They Were in Love

Mary Fleener’s They Were in Love is a single-issue comic from 1986, a raw, autobiographical snapshot of a fleeting romantic encounter. Known for her distinctive, woodcut-inspired linework and unflinching honesty, Fleener captures the awkward, electric tension of two people connecting for a night. This debut issue stands as a small but resonant artifact of the alternative comics scene of the 1980s, showcasing a singular voice in confessional storytelling.