The Lie and How We Told It

A single-issue comic from Fantagraphics, The Lie and How We Told It (2018–present) is a poignant, graphic novel-length story by cartoonist Tommi Parrish. It follows two old friends reuniting over a night of drinking, their conversation weaving through past hurts, unspoken truths, and the fragile intimacy of reconnection. With Parrish’s expressive, watercolor-infused artwork, the comic explores the messy, human weight of memory and the lies we tell to protect ourselves and others. A quietly powerful work, it stands as a standout example of contemporary queer comics and the emotional depth possible in a single issue.