Wednesday Webcomics: Slice of Life Webcomics to Check Out!

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For this week’s Wednesday Webcomics, I recommend some of the slice of life webcomics I’ve come across recently. These webcomics contain hilarious scenarios, mental health check-ins, social commentaries, explorations of gender identity and sexuality, and more.

The slice of life genre shows snippets or interconnected events of a character’s (or characters’) life. Some works in this genre are autobiographical, and some of the stories aren’t limited to realism. Most readers enjoy slice of life for the concise storytelling, the comical scenarios, or commentary on certain issues. From the realities of being a parent to providing uplifting messages to targeted readers, the 13 webcomics below are worth checking out.

Afro Adventures by MysticalScribbles

The creator, Nigerian-Dutch and living in the Netherlands, shares her stories and thoughts. Some of her episodes are sweet and comical (i.e., eating too much candy, recommending cartoons to people), while other episodes provide important and positive points about Black people’s hair.

Brown Paper Bag by saigo

An episodic comic about the creator’s life in India. The episodes include social ironies and double standards, commenting on gender dynamics, class, the generational gap, and more.

Stir-fried Feelings by Vanilla Beanbaby

The daily life and experiences of, as the creator describes herself, an island girl. Staying home during the ongoing pandemic, exercising, and experiencing hectic and awkward moments.

Mando Mango by The Kao

A slice of life webcomic by the creator of Magical Boy. The webcomic contains scenes and funny moments from the creator’s life. Also, there are straws. And taking photos of clouds while visiting Boston for the first time (for reference!).

The Kao’s partner (IcarusMask/CK) has a slice of life webcomic, too, called Name Pending.

Catch Me! Fight Me! Love Me! by Sharean Morishita

Morishita, the creator of the webtoon manga Love! Love! Fighting!, has revamped the story on WebToon. Oriana finds herself in a reality TV show (in South Korea) with the “Don’t Care Bear” Jae-Hwa.

Ava and Bird by Dylbee

Bird, a closeted trans woman, meets Ava (cis lesbian). The two begin dating and then falling in love with each other. Bird’s new relationship will eventually provide the strength she needs to live her own life. A gorgeous webcomic about self-discovery and acceptance.

The creator is also creating animated videos featuring the characters on YouTube.

Hyperfocus by Kip

The creator shares moments of his life as a trans guy on the ace/aro spectrum. Some of the episodes feature guest comics by other trans writers and creators.

ADHD (Always Distracted Hailey Delgado) by dellcartoons

Hailey Delgado, a freelance journalist, tries not to let ADHD control her life, but it’s difficult not to get distracted at times. And it’s annoying when you forget things constantly. I relate to this webcomic a lot (I have ADHD, too).

SarcasticTherapy by SarcTherapy (creator’s site is unavailable)

While sharing moments from the creator’s life, the webcomic discusses mental health, depression, and social anxiety. The creator does check-ins with his readers as well.

Beware of Toddler by geogantart

An adorable and funny webcomic about a stay-at-home father and his unpredictable toddler. Clogged toilets, tantrums, and moments of joy included.

The Prettiest Platypus by Platypus_Pro

Lillie explores her gender identity after learning that she’s trans. I especially appreciate how Lillie’s cis friends give her space to figure herself out instead of talking over her and violating her boundaries.

Daybreak by Moosopp

An endearing webcomic about Marcus and Cog, two Queer Black guys. Marcus has a sarcastic sense of humor. Cog dreams of becoming a professional actor. I enjoy the character dynamics and dynamic art style.

Goose, Goose, Duck by NotARealFox

A story about the secrets we keep from the people close to us. It also has a coming out narrative that I personally don’t see too much of.

Do you have a favorite slice of life webcomic not listed here? Feel free to comment below. I’d love to hear from you!

For more great webcomic recommendations, check out our Wednesday Webcomics archives! You can also find more slice of life comics on my Valentine’s Day special and my cat comics recs!

Author: Bradda M.

Bradda M. currently lives in Virginia. He teaches ESOL (English to Speakers of Other Languages) at a public school and spends his free time reading and watching movies each night with his partner. For The Geekiary, he writes about webcomics and SFF media.

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