Magnolia & Vern: The Storm

In this debut 2016 one-shot from creator Amanda E. Ahlstrom, a young girl named Magnolia and her companion Vern weather a powerful storm that upends their small town. The issue introduces a quiet, character-driven tale of resilience and friendship, with Ahlstrom handling both writing and art to craft a self-contained story with a gentle, atmospheric tone. A modest but heartfelt entry from an independent creator.