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Welcome to the GlobalComix Most Popular of 2024, our annual feature series celebrating the most popular stories over the past year on GlobalComix. Each day, we'll feature the top 10 from publishers and the top 10 from creators for each category. We’ll cap things off on December 31st, 2024, with two features: the top 10 from publishers, and the top 10 from creators.

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

1. The Secret of Brightshore, 124 pages - Published by Kobi-Tfs, (cc/ @Kobi-Tfs)

The city of Brightshore has a problem. All the women in the city are changing in Bimbos! A group of women band togethor to...

A long journey is ahead for the characters in this week's Fresh Friday Features; so grab your best walking shoes as you set out on these adventures! From being cursed to roam the Earth forever, seeking out a magical artifact, or a place to call home, these stories are sprawling adventures that will keep you engaged with the turning of a page.

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked:

• Comic - The Goddamned: It's 1,655 years after Eden, and life on earth has already gone to hell. The world of man is a place of wanton cruelty and wickedness. Prehistoric monsters and stone-age marauders roam the land.
• Manga - Lone Wolf and Cub: An epic samurai adventure of staggering...

Sometimes, the path to self-discovery means getting completely lost. Today's Fresh Friday Features dives into journeys where characters desire to be far from the familiar, and will face unexpected twists and challenges that ultimately lead them to new understandings of themselves. Ready to join them in finding purpose in the unknown?

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked:

• Comic - Bare Bones: Calavera, better known as the Grim Reaper, is no longer the fascinating and terrifying figure he once was.  Burn-out is looming and a vacation is in order. But without death to regulate life, the throes of conflict are gaining territory...
• Graphic Novel - The Village of Lost Memories:...

Our Creator Interview series returns with an interview fit for the frightful season. Steve Urena has been creating comics balancing humor with horror. I recently got to meet him at a Nashville Comic Arts Festival and was really pleased to get to talk with him about his work. I'm super excited to share this interview, and I'm sure you'll find it a sweet treat.

GlobalComix: Tell us a little bit about your work, yourself, and how you got into making comics!

Steve Urena: Hi! I’m Steve Urena, and I am an indie comic creator based out of CT. I’ve been writing comics since 2020 and I am best known for my horror comedies. I’ve loved comics since I was a kid...

Our Creator Interview series returns with Sean Wood, writer of The Fog Within. Its hero has an incredibly unique set of powers, with lots of homage to some of the best comics of the 1990s. The third issue is also currently on Kickstarter, already having blasted past its intended goal! I'm excited to share this unique comic with you and the mind behind it.

GlobalComix: Thank you for joining us today! Tell us a little bit about your The Fog Within, yourself, and how you got into making comics!

Sean Wood: My name is Sean Wood and The Fog Within is my first chance to write my own comic. I was born into this comic book world. My dad had built up a collection from the mid...

Our Creator Interview series is back this week with veteran animator and creator of Steamroller Man, Matt Schofield. With a stunning background in animation with well-known films like Prince of Egypt and The Iron Giant, T.V. shows like The Simpsons, Matt has so much knowledge to share about visual narrative. I am so excited to share this interview about his career and storytelling, let's go ahead and get to the good part.

GlobalComix: For those new to your work, can you tell us a little bit about your career so far and some of your favorite projects?

Matthew Schofield: Sure thing! I’ve spent my career in the animation industry. I started back in the animation boom of...

Life can seem bleak, but today's Fresh Friday Features offers lights among a sea of darkness. These comics will uplift you spirit, fighting against evil and negativity with weapons of humor, love, and child-like wonder.

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked:

• Comic - 1 AND A HALF: After accepting his master's "Eternal Gift", Sebastian became the living nightmare every child and pregnant woman is afraid of.
• Comic - Buni: The twisted and side-splitting hilarity of Buni! Always positive, Buni doesn’t understand that the cute world he lives in is usually out to get him.
• Comic - Lore:  A girl named Charlene gets invited to the adventurer clan's exam. Her...

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...

In our Fresh Friday Features this week, these four indie comics illuminate the theme of fighting for the right to live life on your terms. We'll read about courageous characters who defy societal norms, challenge oppressive systems, and embrace the pursuit of personal freedom.

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked four titles that'll give you a peek into the ordinary lives that maybe aren't so ordinary anymore!

• Comic - Graveneye: Isla’s house has seen its share of blood, horror, and the depths of the human soul, cursed with sentience.
• Graphic Novel - Journee: Ex-SWAT officer Lyssa starts a new job in personal security where she is tasked with protecting a young...

Our Fresh Friday Features spotlights characters navigating the challenges of change with resilience and courage. These comics capture the essence of transformation, as protagonists confront their fears, adapt to new circumstances, and ultimately find strength in the face of adversity. Whether it's embarking on a journey of self-discovery or standing up against the tides of change, these stories inspire readers to embrace the evolving nature of life and the unwavering spirit within us all.

This week, ArtCrumbs picked four titles that'll give you a peak into the ordinary lives that maybe aren't so ordinary anymore!

• Comic - Progression: After his parents' tragedy,...

Welcome to  Fresh Friday Features, indie comics that showcase characters brimming with tenacity and fighting spirit. From epic battles to personal struggles, these stories highlight the indomitable strength of the human spirit, the forever warrior's internal fire, making them a must-read for fans of action, adventure, and inspirational storytelling.

This week, ArtCrumbs picked four titles that'll give you a peak into the ordinary lives that maybe aren't so ordinary anymore!

• Graphic Novel - Samurai Grandpa: A mysterious figure from retired samurai Ojichan's past resurfaces and his granddaughter goes missing. Now he is forced to set out on one last...

Meet the makers of worlds and universes in today's Fresh Friday Features! From the chaotic evil to the lawful good, the highest-ranking gods, and the smallest of young child gods, there's a force to be reckoned with in all of them. Don't pick a fight or upset any of these characters, or you might catch their almighty wrath!

This week, ArtCrumbs picked four titles that'll give you a peak into the ordinary lives that maybe aren't so ordinary anymore!

• Comic - God Summoner: Adelice Belmont, a gifted girl with the powers of a Summoner, and her struggle to return to her family, alive.
• Graphic Novel - The Mythics: A group of teens from around the world who...

Each comic in our  Fresh Friday Features weaves a mesmerizing tale, where characters grapple with the weight of promises and broken vows, and suffer the repercussions of ancient curses. From haunting mysteries to moral dilemmas, these comics offer an intriguing exploration of the human condition, reminding us of the power of our words and the ripple effects they can create. Explore the consequences of unfulfilled oaths and supernatural afflictions.

This week, ArtCrumbs picked four titles that'll give you a peak into the ordinary lives that maybe aren't so ordinary anymore!

• Comic - The Fairy's Curse & the Mage: Allie and Castio, are called to find the...

These comics on our Popular Last Week will whisk you away! Celebrate the irresistible charm of our feline friends and cat-based characters on National Kitten Day with heartwarming tales, hilarious moments, mischievous antics, and of course adorable cats! These cat-centric comics will fill your heart with joy and remind you of the magic that cats bring into our lives.

Cat@NET, 68 pages - Published by Cat@NET, (cc/ @Cat-at-Net)

Join Iago and his cat-gang on their adventure to find out how the cats got into the internet...! :3

Story and Art by Cat@NET

PENNY & YAMI : Nightmare in Peach Haven, 90 pages - Published by CuixCorp. Comics, (cc/ @CuixCorp)

In this spooky collection for our Fresh Friday Features, we explore the enigmatic world of ghosts and the paranormal, as each comic takes you on a haunting journey through spectral encounters and spine-chilling mysteries. From spine-tingling ghost stories to investigations of the unknown, these comics will capture your imagination and keep you on the edge of your seat, exploring the realms where the living and the dead intertwine.

This week, ArtCrumbs picked four titles that'll give you a peak into the ordinary lives that maybe aren't so ordinary anymore!

• Comic - Tenea: A young girl from the Horned Gophers tribe who fights against dark forces
• Graphic Novel -...

You thought your life was wild? Unleash your primal side with our What's Trending, featuring Anthropomorphic characters in all kinds of situations! High School classes, fighting off raiders, solving crimes, and succubi. You know, the usual stuff!

NINJA HIGH SCHOOL, 4769 pages - Published by INDY COMICS, (cc/ @APDALLAS)

A ordinary boy's life changes when a ninja and an alien enter his life.

Story and Art by INDY COMICS

Succubane, 704 pages - Published by Fenris Fenn, (cc/ @Fenris)

Working with a wolf-girl and a she-orc to hunt down sexy demons would have sounded like an awesome adventure to North. But after a fallen warrior casts him into...

For this week's edition of Fresh Friday Features, we're reminiscing about the things we lost along the way: Pokémon cards, socks, remotes, or maybe something a bit more serious, like secret family truths, magic, or entire worlds! It's time for a quest of epic proportions to claim back what is rightfully yours! Read on and support these characters in the quest for the lost.

This week, ArtCrumbs picked four titles that'll give you a peak into the ordinary lives that maybe aren't so ordinary anymore!

• Comic - Dahlia in the Dark: A fast-paced, action, fantasy thriller about family and hidden truths.
• WebComic - Pipeline Lizards: Four friends meet a...

In this edition of Fresh Friday Features, we bring you four comics that invite you to step into the lives of their characters, experiencing their triumphs, challenges, and ordinary moments that make life extraordinary. From bustling city streets to garbage collection centers in space, these comics offer glimpses into the lives of their heroes.

This week, ArtCrumbs picked four titles that'll give you a peak into the ordinary lives that maybe aren't so ordinary anymore!

• Comic - Don't Spit in the Wind: When one of Travis’ crew members goes missing near an old nuclear facility Travis’ job becomes a bit more complicated.
• Comic - Dusters: Ash, Emily, Jacob,...

Step into the sun-drenched world of summer and embark on thrilling adventures with this curated collection of six comics filled with summer mysteries. These stories combine the warmth of the season with the excitement of a mind-boggling mystery, transporting readers to picturesque settings where secrets lurk beneath the surface! This What's Trending has the perfect page-turning companions for those long, lazy summer days.

Black Lotus, 196 pages - Published by itsajart, (cc/ @itsAJArt)

Black Lotus it's a story about a young man who is trying to find the man who murdered his father and collect answers as to why he was killed. along the way he meets several friends in attempt...

From gripping mysteries to pulse-pounding action, these stories explore the intersections of identity, love, and danger, providing a captivating and diverse reading experience that celebrates both the suspenseful and the inclusive. Our Popular Last Week offers a unique and empowering twist on the genre.

Across Your Shattered Sky, 97 pages - Published by Llewellyn, (cc/ @Llewellyn)

“If you want to live, there is only one rule: you cannot fall in love." Suffering from an oddly selective amnesia, lonely youth Kyo believes to have finally reunited with his beloved friend Sora. As they learn of love & the dark secrets they share, they find their own inner-demons may be...

From surreal landscapes to dystopian societies, these stories navigate the disorienting yet thrilling experience of stepping into the unknown. Exploring the themes of transformation and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of the unknown, these Fresh Friday Features offer a thrilling escape into realms where the line between reality and fantasy blurs.

This week, ArtCrumbs picked four titles that'll transport you to new worlds! In our line-up this week, we've got one comic from each category to vary up your weekend reading!

• Comic - Meme Heroes: One day you open your cell phone and find that it has become a self-help reincarnation system, you think you can...

Today we've got an enchanting journey where mythical creatures roam hidden in the nooks and crannies of our everyday world with this collection of six indie comics. Our What's Trending delves into the theme of fantastical beasts, reveals the extraordinary in the ordinary, and unveils the magical creatures lurking just beyond our perception.

Lost souls, 236 pages - Published by MousyLou, (cc/ @mousylou)

Follow the journey of two Lost Souls, one a lab experiment that has only recently tasted freedom, the other a mysterious girl hiding from the world with only spirits for company. Watch how their fates collide and their primal natures clash against one another all the while...

Embark on an inspiring journey of personal growth and transformation with this captivating collection of comics that celebrate the joy and resilience of turning over a new leaf. These four uplifting titles will fill your heart with hope and motivate you to make the best of every new phase in life. Our Fresh Friday Feature today reminds us that every new chapter is an opportunity for growth, strength, and embracing the extraordinary within ourselves.

This week, ArtCrumbs picked four titles that they feel deserve more reads! In our line-up this week, we've got one comic from each category to give you a varied list of must-reads for your weekend!

• Comic - Gods & Snakes: A...

Celebrate the vibrant spirit of Pride Month with a dazzling selection of romance comics that beautifully embrace LGBTQ+ themes. These six enchanting titles will sweep you off your feet with heartfelt love stories and diverse characters who navigate the complexities of romance, identity, and acceptance. This week's What's Trending is a delightful celebration of love in all its glorious forms.

Fine Print, 188 pages - Published by Top Cow, (cc/ @vincelongo)

How do you deal with a broken heart? Junk food? Excessive drinks? Dubious contracts with ancient gods? When it comes to Lauren Thomas, the queen of bad decisions, the answer is always the worst possible choice....

Welcome to a world where individuality takes center stage, where embracing your distinct voice becomes a superpower. In this captivating Fresh Friday Feature, we celebrate the art of following the beat of your own drum. Join us as we explore the lives of extraordinary characters who dare to break the mold, inspiring us to stay true to ourselves and march to the rhythm of our own hearts.

This week, ArtCrumbs picked four titles that they feel deserve more reads! In our line-up this week, we've got one comic from each category to give you a varied list of must-reads for your weekend!

• Comic - The Amazing Shakes: Rockin' music meets the supernatural! Begone, bad vibes!
• Gra...