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The GlobalComix Most Popular of 2023 feature series continues today with the Crime genre. This year, we’re featuring the top 10 from publishers and the top 10 from creators for each category.

We’ll cap things off on January 1, 2024, with two features: the top 10 overall from publishers, and the top 10 overall from creators.

Without further ado, here are the top 10 most popular Crime series by Creators:

Preheat

Published by Bilvy Jay Lee, 75 pages

A young and ambitious baker loses her cafe in a disastrous fire, but sees none of the insurance payout. In a desperate attempt to get her life back on track, she turns to smuggling illegal goods through her...

The GlobalComix Most Popular of 2023 feature series continues today with the Crime genre. This year, we’re featuring the top 10 from publishers and the top 10 from creators for each category.

We’ll cap things off on January 1, 2024, with two features: the top 10 overall from publishers, and the top 10 overall from creators.

Without further ado, here are the top 10 most popular Crime series by Publishers:

Nottingham

Published by Mad Cave Studios, 609 pages

In this twisted medieval noir, the Sheriff of Nottingham hunts a serial killer with a penchant for tax collectors. The Sheriff’s investigation makes him the target of England’s most...

The GlobalComix Most Popular of 2023 feature series continues today with the Drama genre. This year, we’re featuring the top 10 from publishers and the top 10 from creators for each category.

We’ll cap things off on January 1, 2024, with two features: the top 10 overall from publishers, and the top 10 overall from creators.

Without further ado, here are the top 10 most popular Drama series by Creators:

in/habitants

Published by inhabitants.zone, 944 pages

in/habitants is a contemporary cyberpunk slice-of-life comic that follows the lives of its diverse cast of characters as they navigate through a world filled with technology, injustices, and...

The GlobalComix Most Popular of 2023 feature series continues today with the Drama genre. This year, we’re featuring the top 10 from publishers and the top 10 from creators for each category.

We’ll cap things off on January 1, 2024, with two features: the top 10 overall from publishers, and the top 10 overall from creators.

Without further ado, here are the top 10 most popular Drama series by Publishers:

Drawn Together

Published by MediBang Inc., 167 pages

With BL manga as her greatest and only love, Aizawa is destined to be forever alone. All her time not spent in the office is spent fawning over fanart of her favorite pairing, completely...

The GlobalComix Most Popular of 2023 feature series continues today with the Slice of Life genre. This year, we’re featuring the top 10 from publishers and the top 10 from creators for each category.

We’ll cap things off on January 1, 2024, with two features: the top 10 overall from publishers, and the top 10 overall from creators.

Without further ado, here are the top 10 most popular Slice of Life series by Creators:

Living Heroes

Published by Steph Williams, 30 pages

Living Heroes is a fancomic that blends the '90s sitcom Living Single and some of my favorite Marvel characters. Misty Knight, Storm, Monica Rambeau, She-Hulk, Sam Wilson, Wyatt...

The GlobalComix Most Popular of 2023 feature series continues today with the Slice of Life genre. This year, we’re featuring the top 10 from publishers and the top 10 from creators for each category.

We’ll cap things off on January 1, 2024, with two features: the top 10 overall from publishers, and the top 10 overall from creators.

Without further ado, here are the top 10 most popular Slice of Life series by Publishers:

Sunstone

Published by Top Cow, 1216 pages

Two women deal with modern themes of sex, relationships, and fetishism in this erotic romantic comedy. So beware all who enter, because, to quote a few hundred thousand readers on DeviantArt:...

Welcome to the GlobalComix Most Popular of 2023, our annual feature series celebrating the most popular stories over the past year on GlobalComix. This year, we’re featuring the top 10 from publishers and the top 10 from creators for each category.

We’ll cap things off on January 1, 2024, with two features: the top 10 overall from publishers, and the top 10 overall from creators.

Without further ado, here are the top 10 most popular Thriller series by Creators:

The Silver Eyes - Project Charlotte

Published by Vsemily, 263 pages

A fan-adaption of Scott Cawthon and Kira Breed-Wrisley's "The Silver Eyes". With some things changing or staying the...

Welcome to the GlobalComix Most Popular of 2023, our annual feature series celebrating the most popular stories over the past year on GlobalComix. This year, we’re featuring the top 10 from publishers and the top 10 from creators for each category.

We’ll cap things off on January 1, 2024, with two features: the top 10 overall from publishers, and the top 10 overall from creators.

Without further ado, here are the top 10 most popular Thriller series by Publishers:

Eros/Psyche

Published by ABLAZE, 179 pages

From the artist of the bestselling Faithless series…comes Eros/Psyche. “The Rose” female boarding school is paradise for young...

Contrasting feelings of sweet and sour flavors create a diverse meal for this week's Fresh Friday Features. Be inspired, motivated, and then disgusted, horrified, and bewildered, we all need a balance of good and bad to appreciate things!

As the famous Bob Ross said, “It's like in life. Gotta have a little sadness once in a while so you know when the good times come.”

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked:

• Comic - The Tea Dragon Society: After discovering a lost tea dragon in the marketplace, Greta learns about the dying art form of tea dragon care-taking from the kind tea shop owners, Hesekiel and Erik.
• Graphic Novel - Demon Bitch- The Books!: She's a...

Explore real-life stories with this week's What's Trending. These comics traverse diverse narratives, from historical accounts and biographies to thought-provoking explorations of contemporary issues. With vivid illustrations and authentic storytelling, they are engaging and with enlightening perspectives on the multifaceted aspects of reality.

Martyrs of the Sky, 110 pages - Published by kxmpfflieger, (cc/ @kxmpfflieger)

The Great War rages in Europe. Within the chaos, warfare evolves, ushering in the conquest for air superiority. In January 1917, the RFC's 24th squadron welcomes new recruits, meanwhile in Jagdstaffel 11, a new commanding officer arrives to the...

Warm up the console and prepare for our Popular Last Week with all the hottest titles! It's a journey through virtual landscapes, blending the excitement of gaming with compelling narratives that explore the human experience within these digital realms.

From epic quests and virtual adventures to the challenges of gamers, it'll be an immersive and entertaining exploration of the ever-evolving universe of video games.

The Quarter Circle, 167 pages - Published by DyanomicArts, (cc/ @Dyanomic)

Xue Lai is the heir to a multi-million dollar conglomerate. To ensure he becomes a worthy successor he must study diligently. Or at least he would... If he actually felt like it....

We're excited to reveal the 2023 GlobalComix Black Friday Sale, featuring big discounts on hundreds of series and more than one thousand PDFs. From 12:01 AM PST on November 24, through 11:59 PM PST on November 27th, get your favorite PDFs from the publishers and creators below starting at 30% off.

Save even more on select bundles, between 40%-80% off. You can browse all discounted PDFs here, with a list of all participants below, including overviews of the offers available and links to browse.

Top Cow

Top Cow is running a promotion for 30% off all individual releases, in addition to a variety of bundles themed around genres and some of their most...

The whimsical and enchanting world of Popular Last Week is here, blending the allure of magic with the levity of comedy, offering delightful narratives filled with spellbinding antics, mischievous spells, and humor that sparkles like fairy dust.

From wizards with a penchant for pranks to misadventures in enchanted realms, these stories promise a lighthearted and magical escape.

The Vampire Slayer Volumes, 391 pages - Published by BOOM! Studios, (cc/ @GCpartnerships)

The WILLOWVERSE continues with Willow Rosenberg, now not only a powerful witch but also the Chosen One. While Buffy still struggles with her powerless predicament, feeling envy and frustration as her sense of...

GlobalComix is proud to announce a complete redesign of the web reading experience. We learned a lot of lessons about delivering an unparalleled experience while building the GlobalComix app, and we’re excited to start bringing that back to GlobalComix.com with the rollout of our new web reader.

Redesigned User Interface

A modern user interface design allows us to provide all the details you need clearly and concisely. We've collected all the vital information in a splash overlay, with more details available by clicking/tapping the info button at the bottom of the screen.

Want to know what genre, theme, or tags are set for the book you’re reading? You can...

Beat the odds with this week's Fresh Friday Features, an inspiring list to help you overcome any challenge! Whether joining your dream sports team, saving the world, or even just yourself, beat the odds and make all your dreams come true!

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked for this week:

• Comic - Elmwych: The ongoing adventures of the Elmwych Paranormal Investigation Club.
• Graphic Novel - Astrion: Mahonia has just recovered from the aftermath of the war with Independent Space Federation. But a new threat has appeared on the horizon.
• Manga - Soccer In The 6ix: In 2026, the FIFA World Cup is coming to Toronto (aka "the 6ix") and 15 other cities in North America. Toka,...

Embark on a mind-bending journey with What's Trending, exploring the intricacies of psychological fiction. Question everything and trust nothing while you traverse the enigmatic realms of the human mind, unraveling mysteries and navigating the delicate balance between reality and illusion.

SHELTER, 1179 pages - Published by wufargia, (cc/ @wufargia)

Behind closed doors, Ruka's life is an unforgiving hell with his cruel, abusive uncle. With no way out, his closest friend offers an immersive virtual reality world as an escape and reprieve from the daily torture. Will VR prove to be a new safe haven? . . . or just another hell?

Story and Art by wufargia

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The vibrant tapestry of everyday life continues today with our Popular Last Week, all beautifully woven with LGBTQ themes. These comics capture the diverse and authentic experiences of LGBTQ individuals navigating the complexities of relationships, identity, and self-discovery.

Heartwarming stories, relatable characters, and genuine representation, these comics offer a delightful exploration of the everyday moments that make up the rich life within the LGBTQ community.

I'm Mortal, 638 pages - Published by J. Lovelace, (cc/ @JutaLovelace)

Morty is a reaper, but he wishes to befriend a human. It's not easy, since most humans see him as an intimidating skeleton, which...

When life gives you lemons, just make lemonade! For our Fresh Friday Features, we've got a wonderful selection of comics showcasing that mindset is everything! You can be bitter, or you can be better. Our choices, thoughts, and feelings can affect the outcomes of our lives, and sometimes, all it takes is a little optimism.

These characters go through those difficult and sweet times of life, and they all take on those challenges, a little differently. We hope you'll find them inspiring and even wholesome!

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked four titles with deliciously sweet and sour storylines!

• Comic - Phineus: Teen Wizard: Phineus and friends in magic school. The 80s were...

Our What's Trending today features the sporting world, bringing the passion and intensity of the sports arena to life, whether it's on the racetrack, in the ring, or out in left field. With compelling, strong characters, dynamic action sequences, and the thrill of competition, these stories offer a riveting exploration of the dedication, perseverance, and camaraderie that define the world of sports.

Triple Crown, 113 pages - Published by Mythoverse Comics, (cc/ @MythoverseComics)

The daughter of the greatest racing driver in history devotes her life to completing her family's legacy, by reaching the pinnacle of racing: The Triple Crown of Motorsport. She must master...

Our interview series with the creative team behind Monster Forge Halloween Special: gHosts continues today with Chynna Clugston Flores, known for her manga-influenced teen comedy series Blue Monday. She's worked for publishers such as Oni Press, Dark Horse Presents, Double Feature, Action Girl Comics, Marvel Comics, DC Comics and many more small press individual comics.

Read on to learn more about Chynna, her experience working in many roles, an entire host of influences and inspirations, and working with the creative team Monster Forge put together for gHosts, and her love of horror.

You can start reading gHosts #1 here. Get your downloadable PDF to support the...

Our interview series with the creative team behind Monster Forge Halloween Special: gHosts continues today with Vamp, an actor, host, producer, and lover of all things spooky. Vamp is known for The Fiends, Ghosted, and amazing Halloween and horror-themed outfits and cosplay. She's worked on Ahsoka and more than 20 other TV series, video games, music videos, and films.

Read on to learn more about Vamp, her excitement around working with the creative team Monster Forge put together for gHosts, and her love of horror.

You can start reading gHosts #1 here. Get your downloadable PDF to support the creative team for only $0.99.

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Blending drama with abundant wholesome humor, our Popular Last Week offers heartwarming and laughter-filled narratives that showcase the beauty of comedy even in the most dramatic moments. From quirky characters and witty dialogues to amusing situations and genuine emotions, these stories deliver a delightful exploration of the human experience, where laughter often becomes the best remedy for life's challenges.

Sameelea, 294 pages - Published by Lykune, (cc/ @lykune)

Sandee is the boy Sam loves since childhood, but due to certain circumstances, they got separated. After a few years, Sam finds Sandee again and discovers that he has lost his memory. Sam then decides to help him...

With great power, comes great responsibility, such is a common thread in our Fresh Friday Features today! All of us, to some degree, stand on an edge between being happy and miserable, safe and unsafe, good or evil. Walking the line between two different worlds, and realities, or having to make a hard choice can weigh on our souls.

How do you decide? Which path will you choose? Read these stories of an ever-changing and ever-chaotic natural force called life that makes us laugh and contemplate our place within the universe.

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked four titles featuring delightfully dangerous and horrifying tales!

• Comic - Mother Wilds: Deep in the lands far from her...

Take an epic journey into the world of mythology with What's Trending, comics that have captured the imagination, all entwined with the enigmatic and thrilling essence of myths. These comics transport you to a realm where ancient legends come to life, intertwining with modern narratives to create heart-pounding tales of gods, monsters, and legendary quests.

Anti-Christ, 114 pages - Published by Dren Productions, (cc/ @drenproductions)

Sam has been genetically engineered by terrorists to be the Anti-Christ and destroy the western world, but she wants out of the game and decides to kill herself instead. The problem is she can't die, because a higher power has special plans...

It's time to wrap up October and our Halloween 2023 features with the Best of Horror 2023! We've gathered up the top 12 comics of horror over the last 30 days all into a single list here for you! From ghastly encounters, to twisted villains and the darkness shrouding the evil in the shadows, you might want to leave the light on...

Nightwalkers, 72 pages - Published by Source Point Press, (cc/ @TravisM)

Seren is an addict in recovery at a rehabilitation center secluded in the mountains, COMPLETELY ISOLATED from the outside world. When Seren and the other patients wake to find themselves locked inside and abandoned by the center's staff, they must decide whether to wait...