In a quiet café near the Odéon, nestled between bookshops, journalist Sévan Dudognon sat down with French author Elizabeth Holleville for an interview. The session, initially delayed by a microphone malfunction, was eventually conducted using a phone recording. Holleville, who studied illustration at the Estienne school in Paris and later specialized in comics at the EESI in Angoulême, has been creating fanzines and publishing short stories on the online platform Grandpapier. Her first graphic novel, L'Été fantôme, was released in 2018 by Glénat, a publishing house she continues to work with. Holleville’s storytelling often delves into themes of inheritance, unresolved emotional conflicts, and the lingering effects of the past. Her work shows the influence of writers like Stephen King, as well as a deep appreciation for cinema, with nods to directors such as David Lynch, Roman Polanski, Benoît Aster, and Alice Mitchell. Her artistic style is marked by a bold black line, reminiscent of the American artist Charles Burns, and often uses muted tones like violets and greens to evoke a sense of unease. Her latest project, inspired by the renewed interest in folk horror following the release of the film Midsommar, explores themes of motherhood and the societal pressures tied to demographics. Holleville aims to reclaim the dignity of motherhood, moving away from the negative stereotypes often linked to it, such as hysteria. The cover of her new work sets the tone, and the 240 pages that follow solidify her position as a rising talent in the French horror genre. Through her unique blend of visual and narrative storytelling, Holleville continues to carve out a niche in contemporary French comics. Her ability to weave personal and societal themes into her work has garnered attention, and her latest project is expected to further establish her reputation in the field.