Everything seems to be getting more expensive these days thanks to the rising price of fuel and the cost to transport goods throughout the country.  This cost trend has impacted comics as well.  Think about how much a monthly title cost only a year or two ago compared to today’s prices.  The fair weather collector is almost forced to get serious and budget for their addiction, wait and search the back issue bins, wait even longer for a series trade, or just abandon the hobby altogether.  However there is a solution … web comics.  I’ve observed the online comic trend gaining popularity and have jumped on board myself.  In the technocracy we live in is there ever a time where a computer and the Internet aren’t within arms reach?  Think about how many issues could be held on one flash drive with no chance of degradation from time or the elements.  Entire collections can become completely portable, totally accessible and always in mint condition.  Of course this is in the distant future, and digital texts may never replace the actual feel and smell of a new book in your hands, but it is worth exploring, especially for independent creators who often have no venue for their work.  Take Oddnik for example.  This site has a variety of material for comic lovers of all ages and can be read with a few quick clicks of on a keyboard at no cost to the consumer.  Comics like Holliday, Gnorm and Uno offer a depth to comics that traditional “super hero” books ignore.  So, if you’re interested in creative stories and solid artwork, check out what the site has to offer, and keep an eye on the blog for new posts about this site, suggestions on other great web comics, and other random tidbits about all aspects of comics.

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