Johatsu / Muhammad Akmal Mohd Yusnazaruddin

RC Publication, founded by Rinsya Chasiani, also known as Aireen Aryana, is a publishing company dedicated to delivering heartfelt stories that explore the depths of love, relationships, and the human experience. Specialising in romance and love novels, RC Publication focuses on creating narratives that resonate with both teenage and adult readers, offering stories that comfort, inspire, and connect emotionally with their audience. The company is committed to showcasing the beauty and challenges of relationships while supporting talented authors in bringing their creative visions to life. One of RC Publication's products, Johatsu: Escape From Darkness, written and illustrated by Akmal, exemplifies RC Publication's mission to deliver emotionally rich storytelling and their ability to publish another genre besides romances. This graphic novel tells the poignant story of Hana, a university student overwhelmed by life's pressures and struggling with her feelings of worthlessness. Unable to cope with the weight of her despair, Hana decides to vanish, becoming a johafsu, a person who disappears without a trace and leaves everything behind, running away from her old and established life. In her isolation. Hana's mind creates an imaginary friend named Aimi as a coping mechanism. Aimi is a source of comfort and encouragement who helps Hana rediscover hope and strength. Through Aimi. Hana starts to rebuild her sense of self-esteem and find a reason to keep moving forward. However, the truth about Aimi's nature is a revelation that challenges Hana's newfound stability, forcing her to decide whether to seek real. tangible help or risk falling back into the darkness she sought to hardly escape. Blending evocative artwork with a deeply emotional narrative, Johatsu is a testament to RC Publication's dedication to producing stories that touch hearts and provoke thought. The graphic novel highlights the themes of mental health. resilience. and self-discovery. aligning perfectly with RC Publication's goal of creating impactful works that leave a lasting impression and memories on their readers.