Spirits

In the quiet corners of fantasy and the vibrant intersections of art and narrative, Colin Lor has been quietly building a world entirely his own—one where spirits have stories and young heroes confront the extraordinary. Formerly known as Colin Lawler, Lor blends his talents as an illustrator, animator, and comic creator to bring emotionally rich, visually dynamic tales to life.

His storytelling found new resonance with Spirits: The Soul Collector, an all-ages fantasy comic co-created with Joseph Grabowski. The story follows a young boy with the rare ability to see spirits, weaving grief, courage, and mystery into a narrative that feels both timeless and urgent. It’s a work that doesn’t shy away from darkness but meets it with empathy and wonder—hallmarks of Lor’s creative style.

Raised on a mix of folklore, Saturday morning cartoons, and graphic novels, Lor’s imagination was shaped early by a fascination with the unseen. That fascination drives much of his work, which often explores invisible forces—grief, love, magic—that linger just beneath the surface of ordinary life. His visual style, expressive and kinetic, invites readers not just to see, but to feel the world he’s built.

Though still early in his publishing career, Lor has already earned praise for crafting stories that speak to both young readers and the adults who’ve never lost their sense of awe. When he’s not working on comics or game design, he shares behind-the-scenes peeks and in-progress sketches with his community online, keeping the creative conversation open and alive.

Colin Lor’s work is a reminder that fantasy doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful—it just has to be honest. And in a genre filled with monsters and magic, it’s the quiet truths at the heart of his stories that make them linger long after the last page.

In Joseph Grabowski’s world, storytelling isn’t just entertainment—it’s a way of exploring truth, spirit, and the unseen forces that shape our lives. A writer with a deep love for mythology, philosophy, and spiritual symbolism, he brings a quiet intensity to his work that resonates across genres and age groups.

Grabowski’s writing often dwells in the liminal space where the real and the fantastical meet. In Spirits: The Soul Collector, co-created with Colin Lor, he weaves a narrative of childhood innocence intertwined with deeper metaphysical stakes. At its heart is a tale about grief, hope, and the lengths one brother will go to bring another back from the brink. The story moves through layers of emotion and mystery without losing its warmth, offering younger readers a first taste of the heroic and the unknown—while giving older audiences something more reflective to chew on.

Outside the pages of fiction, Grabowski is rooted in academic and theological exploration. With a background in philosophy and theology, his non-fiction work often touches on themes of tradition, cultural identity, and faith. His voice—whether in essays or fiction—carries the weight of someone deeply attuned to the hidden meanings of everyday life.

Whether he’s guiding readers through a soul-strewn fantasy or offering insight into the moral foundations of society, Grabowski writes with a rare sense of purpose. His work invites readers not just to imagine, but to reflect—and maybe even rediscover the sacred in the stories we tell.