The Chuckling Whatsit

In this bizarre, one-issue Fantagraphics comic from 2022, Richard Sala—the series' sole artist—unleashes a typically macabre and whimsical tale of strange creatures and eerie happenings. The Chuckling Whatsit stands as a posthumous gem from Sala, a cult creator whose distinctive, gothic-cartoon style made him a beloved figure in alternative comics. Though brief, the series captures the off-kilter charm and dread that defined his work, making it a must for fans of his singular vision.