MARIEKE NIJKAMP (she/they/any) is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of novels, graphic novels, and comics. Marieke is a storyteller, dreamer, globe-trotter, and geek. Before pursuing her lifelong passion for writing, she majored in philosophy and medieval history. She loves to go on adventures, roll dice, and daydream. She lives and writes in Small Town, The Netherlands.
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CRITICAL ROLE is one of the fastest-growing independent media companies in the world, starting as a roleplaying game between friends and evolving into a new kind of organization dedicated to storytelling, community, and imagination. As Critical Role continues to expand the unique universe it has created, with complex stories set in an ever-evolving world, it also continues to create more ways to experience Exandria, including books on the New York Times Best Sellers list, comic books and graphic novels, collectibles, tabletop and roleplaying games, podcasts, live events, and a highly anticipated animated series, The Legend of Vox Machina, airing exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. With an original cast of award-winning veteran voice actors who are also co-founders of the company, including Matthew Mercer, Ashley Johnson, Marisha Ray, Taliesin Jaffe, Travis Willingham, Sam Riegel, Laura Bailey, and Liam O’Brien, Critical Role is committed to ensuring anyone can discover its stories, characters, and community.