Melvin Monster

John Stanley's Melvin Monster (2009–present, Drawn & Quarterly) collects the creator's long-lost, delightfully offbeat 1960s comic strip about a sweet-natured little monster in a spooky world. Over three issues, Stanley—best known for his work on Little Lulu—brings his signature deadpan humor and gentle character comedy to a cast of ghouls and goblins who are far more endearing than frightening. Originally published by Dell Comics, this series is a charming, rediscovered gem that showcases Stanley's singular ability to find warmth and wit in the most unexpected places.