Nightjar

In this four-issue miniseries from Avatar Press (2004–2005), writer Antony Johnston and artist Max Fiumara craft a taut, atmospheric horror story set in a decaying English coastal town. The narrative follows a reclusive young woman who discovers that the local legend of the Nightjar—a creature that steals the souls of the dying—may be disturbingly real. Johnston’s lean, unsettling script pairs perfectly with Fiumara’s moody, textured artwork, creating a slow-burn dread that lingers long after the final page. A standout for fans of quiet, character-driven horror, Nightjar showcases a potent early collaboration between two creators who would go on to make their mark in the genre.