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Girly (2003–2010)

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
Bucko Jeff Parker; Erika Moen 2011–2012 Features an "uninhibited" lesbian main character [3]
Capitol Hillbillies Chris Lange 2007–2015 Revolves around the lives of four queer men. [4]
Curvy Sylvan migdal 2008– Features two lesbian protagonists in a relationship. [2]
DAR! Erika Moen Moen's auto-biographical comic follows her as she explores her own sexuality. [2]
Finn and Charlie are Hitched Tony Breed Features a gay couple in a slice-of-life story. [4]
Girls With Slingshots Danielle Corsetto 2004–2015 Main character Hazel surrounds herself with various LGBT friends [4][2]
Go Get a Roomie! Chloé C 2010– Features a lesbian protagonist and explores sexual themes. [5]
Gunnerkrigg Court Tom Siddell 2005– Features various LGBT characters, including a same-sex couple. [6]
Jane's World Paige Braddock 1998– Most of the central characters, including the titular Jane, are gay women. [7]
Kate or Die Kate Leth 2012– Covers issues including bisexuality and feminism. [2]
Khaos Komix Tab Kimpton 2006– Features eight college kids of various sexualities and gender identities. [4][5]
Kyle's Bed & Breakfast Greg Fox 1998– Covers controversial LGBT topics such as marriage equality, HIV/AIDS, body fascism and conversion therapy. [1][4]
The Less than Epic Adventures of TJ and Amal E.K. Weaver Follows the relationship of two homosexual men. [4][2]
Ménage à 3 Gisele Lagace; Dave Lumsdon 2008– Explores "themes of sexual awakening" [5]
Oglaf Trudy Cooper Explores various sexual themes. [5]
The Princess Christine Smith 2010– Sports a transgender protagonist, among various other LGBT characters. [8]
Questionable Content Jeph Jacques 2003– Includes transgender woman Claire, as well themes of sexuality. [8]
Young Bottoms in Love Tim Fish Features "more realistic" portrayals of homosexual characters. [2]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b Palmer, Joe (2006-10-16). "Gay Comics 101". AfterElton.com. p. 3. Archived from the original on 2007-10-15.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g Wheeler, Andrew (2012-06-29). "Comics Pride: 50 Comics and Characters That Resonate with LGBT Readers". Comics Alliance. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  3. ^ Brown, Ruth (October 3, 2012). "Book Review: Jeff Parker and Erika Moen, Bucko". Willamette Week. Archived from the original on September 5, 2013.
  4. ^ a b c d e f Grabowy, TJ (2012-09-17). "Strip Tease: 7 Queer Web Comics You Should Be Reading". Queerty. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  5. ^ a b c d Moondaughter, Wolfen (2013-02-18). "Not Safe for Work". Sequential Tart. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  6. ^ Townsend, Alex (2015-11-20). "Webcomic Spotlight: Interview With Gunnerkrigg Court Creator Tom Siddell". The Mary Sue. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  7. ^ Sen, Jai (2013-10-18). "Paige Braddock Changes the World Without Bending or Breaking It". The Clyde Fitch Report. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  8. ^ a b Wolfe, Tash (2015-02-23). "Visual Representation: Trans Characters In Webcomics". The Mary Sue. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
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