Mikki Crisostomo: The Filipina Writer Behind a New York Times Bestseller

Filipino writer Mikki Crisostomo is gaining renewed attention after being featured by ABS-CBN News for her work as a co-writer of a New York Times bestselling graphic novel.

Crisostomo is known for her work in animation and comics, including Disney’s The Owl House and Primos. Her growing international recognition highlights the opportunities Filipino creatives can pursue when storytelling, imagination, and industry expertise come together.

Her journey also resonates with iACADEMY’s commitment to exposing students to professionals who are actively shaping the creative industries. In January 2025, Crisostomo joined iACADEMY’s Vision Open as a guest mentor, sharing insights from her creative career and encouraging aspiring storytellers to write with authenticity rather than pressure.

“When you are writing and you're kinda putting a lot of pressure on yourself, you don’t have to do that. You just need to write what feels right,” Crisostomo shared during her talk.

Her recent recognition underscores the value of bringing real-world creative voices into the learning environment. For iACADEMY, inviting industry practitioners like Crisostomo as Rockstar Guest Mentors is part of helping students see what becomes possible when passion is developed into craft, and craft is taken beyond better.