List of LGBT-related webcomics

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Because of the self-published nature of webcomics, there exists a large amount of online comics that contain or explore lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender-related topics.

Background

LGBT themes and characters were historically omitted intentionally from the content of comic strips and comic books, due to either censorship or the perception that comics were for children. In recent years, the number of LGBT characters in mainstream comics has increased greatly.

There exist a large amount of openly gay and lesbian comic creators that self-publish their work on the internet. These include amateur works, as well as more "mainstream" works, such as Kyle's Bed & Breakfast.[1] According to Andrew Wheeler from Comics Alliance, webcomics "provide a platform to so many queer voices that might otherwise go undiscovered."[2]

List

Title Creator Run LGBT-related content Sources
As the Crow Flies Gillman, MelanieMelanie Gillman 2012– Follows the interactions of a group of queer pre-teens. [3]
Bucko Parker, JeffJeff Parker; Moen, ErikaErika Moen 2011–2012 Features an "uninhibited" lesbian main character [4]
Capitol Hillbillies Lange, ChrisChris Lange 2007–2015 Revolves around the lives of four queer men. [5]
Closetspace Dolari, JennJenn Dolari 2002– Features several transgendered characters. [6]
Curvy migdal, SylvanSylvan migdal 2008– Features two lesbian protagonists in a relationship. [2]
DAR! Moen, ErikaErika Moen Moen's auto-biographical comic follows her as she explores her own sexuality. [2]
Finn and Charlie are Hitched Breed, TonyTony Breed Features a gay couple in a slice-of-life story. [5]
Girls With Slingshots Corsetto, DanielleDanielle Corsetto 2004–2015 Main character Hazel surrounds herself with various LGBT friends [5][2]
Go Get a Roomie! C, ChloéChloé C 2010– Features a pansexual protagonist and explores sexual themes. [7]
Gunnerkrigg Court Siddell, TomTom Siddell 2005– Features various LGBT characters, including a same-sex couple. [8]
Jane's World Braddock, PaigePaige Braddock 1998– Most of the central characters, including the titular Jane, are gay women. [9]
Kate or Die Leth, KateKate Leth 2012– Covers issues including bisexuality and feminism. [2]
Khaos Komix Kimpton, TabTab Kimpton 2006– Features eight college kids of various sexualities and gender identities. [5][7]
Kyle's Bed & Breakfast Fox, GregGreg Fox 1998– Covers controversial LGBT topics such as marriage equality, HIV/AIDS, body fascism and conversion therapy. [1][5]
The Less than Epic Adventures of TJ and Amal Weaver, E.K.E.K. Weaver Follows the relationship of two homosexual men. [5][2]
Ménage à 3 Lagace, GiseleGisele Lagace; Dave Lumsdon 2008– Explores "themes of sexual awakening" [7]
Oglaf Cooper, TrudyTrudy Cooper Explores various sexual themes. [7]
The Princess Smith, ChristineChristine Smith 2010– Sports a transgender protagonist, among various other LGBT characters. [10]
Questionable Content Jacques, JephJeph Jacques 2003– Includes transgender woman Claire, as well themes of sexuality. [10]
Transe-Generation Nishi, MattMatt Nishi 2005– Gag strips about the daily life of an FtM transsexual. [6]
Venus Envy Lindsay, ErinErin Lindsay 2001– Features MtF transsexual character adjusting to school life as a girl. Also features an FtM transsexual and a lesbian. [6]
Young Bottoms in Love Fish, TimTim Fish Features "more realistic" portrayals of homosexual characters. [2]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 Palmer, Joe (2006-10-16). "Gay Comics 101". AfterElton.com. p. 3. Archived from the original on 2007-10-15.
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Wheeler, Andrew (2012-06-29). "Comics Pride: 50 Comics and Characters That Resonate with LGBT Readers". Comics Alliance.
  3. ↑ Bezner, KM (2015-09-28). "Growing Up Queer: Should You Be Reading 'As the Crow Flies'?". Comics Alliance.
  4. ↑ Brown, Ruth (October 3, 2012). "Book Review: Jeff Parker and Erika Moen, Bucko". Willamette Week. Archived from the original on September 5, 2013.
  5. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Grabowy, TJ (2012-09-17). "Strip Tease: 7 Queer Web Comics You Should Be Reading". Queerty.
  6. 1 2 3 Seabrook, Laura. "Trans Web Comics - Transition Stories, Switch-Around, Personal Histories, Theory, Incidentals and Gag Strips". Gender Centre. Retrieved 5 January 2016.
  7. 1 2 3 4 Moondaughter, Wolfen (2013-02-18). "Not Safe for Work". Sequential Tart.
  8. ↑ Townsend, Alex (2015-11-20). "Webcomic Spotlight: Interview With Gunnerkrigg Court Creator Tom Siddell". The Mary Sue.
  9. ↑ Sen, Jai (2013-10-18). "Paige Braddock Changes the World Without Bending or Breaking It". The Clyde Fitch Report.
  10. 1 2 Wolfe, Tash (2015-02-23). "Visual Representation: Trans Characters In Webcomics". The Mary Sue.
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