House of Java
NBM · 2000–2001 · 4 issues
About the series
In this four-issue NBM series from 2000 to 2001, writer and artist Mark Murphy crafted a quiet, character-driven slice-of-life story set in a coffeehouse. House of Java explores the intersecting lives of its regulars and staff, offering a warm, observational look at urban community and connection. It stands as a distinctive early-2000s indie work that prioritizes mood and conversation over plot, showcasing Murphy’s gentle storytelling and expressive art.