Hannah McCann has won the 2025 First Graphic Novel Award with an extract from her graphic novel-in-progress, St Brigid & Me.

Emma Hayley, founder of SelfMadeHero, who will publish the completed book in 2027, says of St Brigid & Me: ‘Covering the important topic of abortion, the author blends memories of their own involvement in prochoice rallies while showing the nuances of a sensitive subject. As folklore, myth and tradition combine, the author’s personal story and fascination with St Brigid lends a universal appeal to the narrative.’

Hannah McCann is an artist from Tyrone, now living in Yorkshire, who loves to draw and make art. Currently, Hannah works full-time in reprographics within education, and is a member of Leeds Comics Collective, fitting in drawing projects on the side.

Hannah was revealed as the 2025 winner on 19th January 2026 at Waterstones Piccadilly.