Northwords

From trauma to transformation, graphic novels have become a powerful medium for confronting the darker corners of the human experience. In this bold and visually compelling panel, artists and authors E.M. Carroll, Alison McCreesh, Royce, and Richard Van Camp delve into the creative and emotional terrain of illustrating pain, resilience, fear, and hope. Moderated by writer  Jamesie Fournier, the conversation will explore how darkness on the page can spark dialogue, healing, and catharsis—and why some stories demand to be drawn.