Torsobear

In the tradition of anthropomorphic crime fiction, Torsobear (2019–present, Source Point Press) follows a grizzled, beer-bellied bear detective investigating a string of bizarre murders in a city populated by animal-people. This three-issue series blends hardboiled noir with absurdist humor, earning a cult following for its deadpan tone and striking black-and-white art. It’s a lean, memorable genre mashup that proves a simple premise—a bear with a badge—can still feel fresh and inventive.