Horror Comics: DC Horror Presents and The Moon Is Following Us #1
The horror season is significantly strengthening in the comic world with two standout releases: on one hand, DC Comics officially presents its new specialized imprint DC Horror Presents, and on the other, the acclaimed independent comic The Moon Is Following Us #1 by the talented Daniel Warren Johnson arrives in stores. These publications represent a notable expansion of the offerings in the horror and graphic fantasy genre, demonstrating the vitality and creative diversity that currently characterizes the ninth art. 🎃
DC Horror Presents: The Formal Commitment to Horror
The new DC Horror Presents imprint marks an institutional commitment to the horror genre, offering readers self-contained stories and miniseries that explore different subgenres within horror, from the supernatural to psychological terror, backed by the rich mythology of the DC universe.
Features of the DC Horror Imprint:- Special formats with emphasis on artistic and narrative quality
- Participation of creators recognized in the horror genre
- Exploration of classic DC characters through the lens of horror
"Horror in comics has always been a fundamental genre, and DC Horror Presents celebrates this tradition while taking it to new narrative territories" - Editor of the DC Horror imprint
The Moon Is Following Us #1: The Independent Horror of Daniel Warren Johnson
Daniel Warren Johnson, recognized for acclaimed works like Murder Falcon and Extremity, returns with The Moon Is Following Us #1, a work that combines his distinctive and raw visual style with a personal and emotionally charged horror narrative.
Highlighted Elements of the Work:- Visceral and expressive art characteristic of Johnson
- Narrative that balances supernatural elements with human drama
- Cover and design that reflect the emotional intensity of the story
The Renaissance of Horror in Contemporary Comics
These releases fit within a context of resurgence for the horror genre in comics, where major and independent publishers are betting on narratives that explore fear, the unknown, and the supernatural from fresh and innovative perspectives.
Current Trends in Horror Comics:- Fusion of genres (horror-fantasy, horror-science fiction)
- Focus on psychological and atmospheric horror over explicit gore
- Stories with thematic depth and complex character development
The Future of the Genre in the Publishing Landscape
The simultaneity of these releases is no coincidence, but rather reflects a particularly fertile moment for horror in comics. Both the institutional bet by DC Comics and the authorial proposal by Daniel Warren Johnson demonstrate that the genre has multiple paths to explore and a public eager for intense narrative experiences that challenge their expectations and awaken their deepest fears. 📖