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Scantily clad men peeking their heads into near-empty refrigerators. Heartstopper 

An LGBTQ webcomic turned graphic novel turn hit-Netflix series – there is no stopping the power of Heartstopper. 

The story follows Charlie, a nerdy outcast who falls for dashing rugby player, Nick. And despite all its wackiness, the story still hits on serious topics like transphobia and discrimination poignantly and sensitively. 

We liked how it wasn’t a typical coming-out story or romance tale that many other gay comics tend to do.

Through recollecting her crush on a schoolmate when she was 12, Sandy determines that she must be gay. They give readers a more visual experience than books. Liebestrasse

We would have described this as the gay version of Cabaret but let’s face it, Cabaret is already pretty gay. Within the LGBTQ community, comedic influencers like Jaboukie Young-White, Bowen Yang, Joel Kim Booster, Ira Madison III, and Thomas Page McBee harness humor to deliver incisive social critique and engage with queer culture in meaningful ways.

Each of these voices brings a unique flair to the digital comedy landscape, addressing complex issues with wit and authenticity.

It also features a lesbian couple, Tara and Darcy, who alongside Charlie, help Nick come to terms with his sexuality.

It began as nothing more than a side project by creator, Alice Oseman, who shared it for free on her Tumblr page. A lot of current comic creators grew up during the days of criminalization and HIV/AIDS, and comics offered a chance of escapism.

Influencers such as Chani Nicholas leverage astrology to investigate the unique challenges faced by queer individuals, offering profound insights that foster empowerment and self-acceptance.

Astrology serves as an essential tool for empowerment, allowing individuals to recognize their strengths and identify areas for growth, both personally and relationally.

Jaboukie Young-White's Twitter feed is a treasure trove of sharp commentary on contemporary issues, with humor that underscores his incisive observations.

Bowen Yang, known for his work on SNL, deftly navigates the intersections of race and queer identity, crafting comedy that both entertains and enlightens. Among them, Robyn Kanner stands out for her commitment to mental health transparency.

Sure, back in the day comic book creators held back from explicit representation of LGBTQ people, but they were always there. They were just written more subtly, using innuendos and suggestive language. 

Thankfully, gay themes in comics have become a lot more predominant, to the point where we have comics with fully-fledged queer love stories (we’re looking at you Heartstopper!).

With the progression of LGBTQ rights, as well as the increase of queer characters in film, television, and theatre, it’s only natural that more gay issues would be explored in comic books.

Plus, a lot of gays LOVE comics!

Each character may have his distinct personality and dress sense but they are there for one another when times get tough.

8. She goes to work at her dad’s mechanic shop. Not only does it feature a fast-paced story, but the ensemble of characters is highly entertaining. Over the years, they become close friends, which leads to Bitty feeling comfortable with coming out to him, and they eventually start dating.

Figures like J. Bob Alotta and Sarah Gunther are at the forefront, sharing valuable insights and fostering community discussions that highlight global LGBTQ issues.

Notable Queer Voices

The landscape of social justice advocacy on Twitter is enriched by the voices of notable queer figures who bring authenticity and insight to the platform.

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Sounds like a lot of fun, until Pan realizes she will have to help fight against a neo-medieval patriarchal society. Quick-witted banter over the breakfast table. Nevertheless, it was one of the first comics to represent those living with HIV in a sympathetic light.

It isn’t all doom and gloom! Andrea Long Chu and Ira Madison III deliver incisive commentary on gender, feminism, and pop culture, ensuring essential perspectives are in the spotlight.