Via Syfy Wire, Dark Horse Comics have announced a new “Harrow County” spin-off, “Tales from Harrow County: Fair Folk.” Written by Cullen Bunn with art by newcomer Emily Schnall, the four-part series will see protagonist Bernice Anderson becoming targeted by the fair folk, who use her memories “as a weapon against her.” Still reeling from the loss of Priscilla the goblin in the first volume, “Tales from Harrow County: Death’s Choir,” Bernice soon also discovers “something infinitely more disastrous than she could have ever feared might be lurking around the corner.”
Bunn said, “It’s been too long since we’ve visited ‘Harrow.’ But I’m so glad that this is the story that will welcome us back! There’s a big world to be explored, and this time around we’re delving into the realm of the fey folk as much as the realm of the haints. We’re going to answer a few questions, too, such as how Bernice dealt with her dear friend Emmy leaving. This time out, we’re joined by Emily Schnall, who fits right in among the good folks of ‘Harrow.’ I absolutely love her version of these characters, and I think longtime fans of the book will love her work, too!”
Original “Harrow County” artist Tyler Crook said, “I have been a fan of Emily Schnall’s work for a number of years now and I am so excited that she agreed to draw this miniseries. She has such a great sense of nature and horror. She brings so much emotion to the characters and really shines at bringing out the right tone for the story. She’s the perfect artist for ‘Tales from Harrow County.’ And of course, Cullen is killing it as usual; writing a story that is creepy, scary and full of heart.”
Schnall, whose background is in scientific illustration, said “Tyler created a gorgeous, textural world for the series — I cannot get enough of his watercolors — and it’s been a welcome opportunity to break out my own brushes and paint palettes. Most of my work is digital these days, but my first love was ink and watercolor. Another love of mine is illustrating monsters, and this story does not disappoint. I had a great time designing new creatures and drawing some familiar friends. So everyone should get ready for haints and fair folk galore!”
“Tales from Harrow County: Fair Folk” #1 releases July 21.
