Invisible Wounds: Graphic Journalism

Jess Ruliffson's Invisible Wounds: Graphic Journalism (2022–present, Fantagraphics) collects firsthand accounts from veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, rendered in her stark, empathetic visual style. This single-issue comic distills years of interviews into a powerful work of nonfiction, using the comics medium to explore the lingering psychological toll of combat. It stands as a vital, intimate document of modern warfare, giving voice to experiences often left unheard.