Strangers in Paradise
Tilsner · 1995–2003 · 9 issues
About the series
From 1995 to 2003, Terry Moore's Strangers in Paradise quietly redefined what an independent comic could be, blending slice-of-life drama, dark humor, and a labyrinthine conspiracy plot into an intimate character study. Published by Moore's own Tilsner imprint, this nine-issue series introduced readers to the tangled, emotionally complex relationship between roommates Francine and Katchoo, whose bond is tested by love, secrets, and a past that refuses to stay buried. The book’s raw, human storytelling and Moore’s distinctive black-and-white art made it a touchstone for mature, creator-owned comics, proving that a story about ordinary people could be as gripping as any superhero epic.