Penny Century

Jaime Hernandez’s Penny Century (1997–2000, Fantagraphics) is a seven-issue spin-off spotlighting the titular character and the wider, vibrant world of Maggie Chascarillo, Hopey Glass, and the Costigan sisters. Written and drawn exclusively by Hernandez, this series deepens the lives of these beloved characters with his signature blend of punk-rock energy, nuanced emotion, and sharp, expressive linework. It matters as a key chapter in Hernandez’s long-running Love and Rockets universe, offering a focused lens on friendship, identity, and the passage of time in a richly realized Southern California setting.