Para OR Normal Guyz | Spooky Spores and Family Stories: Alisa Kwitney’s How

Join us for an enthralling episode as we sit down with Alisa Kwitney, the acclaimed writer behind the sci-fi horror comic *Howl* from AHOY Comics. Set in the vibrant, countercultural Greenwich Village of the late 1950s, *Howl* blends family memoir with extraterrestrial intrigue, following Ziva Rodblatt as she navigates love, rebellion, and alien spores threatening her bohemian world. We dive into the creative process behind this unique series, exploring how Kwitney wove her parents’ lives—her mother Ziva and science fiction author Robert Sheckley—into a narrative that’s equal parts *Mrs. Maisel* and *Invasion of the Body Snatchers*. Alisa shares insights into her collaboration with artist Mauricet, the influence of 1950s culture, and the challenges of crafting a story that balances humor, horror, and heart. We also delve into her fascinating career, from editing at DC Comics/Vertigo to writing Eisner-nominated graphic novels. Plus, in the spirit of the Para OR Normal, we ask Alisa if she’s ever had any paranormal experiences that could rival the eerie fungal aliens of *Howl*. Don’t miss this captivating conversation about creativity, legacy, and the supernatural!

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