Yoko Nogiri is a Japanese author, artist, and manga-ka whose work often deals with the themes of gender, sexuality, and mythology. Her work focuses on reclaiming myths traditionally associated with women, like the myth of the spider woman. The "spider woman" is a mythological figure who has been reclaimed by contemporary feminists as an empowering symbol for women. The "spider woman" is commonly associated with the idea that she is an independent force that can be both benevolent or evil depending on its needs. Nogiri's comics and graphic novels often deal with feminist themes and narratives of sexuality and gender, addressing issues such as discrimination and discrimination against LGBT individuals. One of her most famous works is a comic series called "Bakuman," which deals with a boy struggling to be a manga artist in his junior high school years.