There’s nothing quite like cracking open a comic book and seeing yourself in the story. For years, queer women were either erased from mainstream comics or relegated to subtext and subplots, but today, sapphic representation is thriving in graphic novels, indie comics, and even mainstream superhero books. Whether you’re into fantasy, sci-fi, horror, slice-of-life, or romance, there’s a lesbian comic out there for you. Here are over 25 must-read lesbian and wlw (women-loving-women) comics and graphic novels!
Fantasy & Sci-Fi
Monstress – Marjorie Liu & Sana Takeda
A dark fantasy epic with stunning art and a complex world inspired by Asian mythology.
Heathen – Natasha Alterici
A Viking-inspired fantasy about a lesbian warrior on a mission to free women from the rule of the gods.
Rat Queens – Kurtis J. Wiebe & Roc Upchurch
A rowdy, hilarious fantasy adventure with a diverse, queer cast of badass mercenaries.
On a Sunbeam – Tillie Walden
A beautifully illustrated, queer sci-fi love story about found family and intergalactic restoration.
The Wicked + The Divine – Kieron Gillen & Jamie McKelvie
Urban fantasy where gods reincarnate as pop stars. Features queer characters and stunning art.
Bitch Planet – Kelly Sue DeConnick & Valentine De Landro
A feminist dystopian comic where non-compliant women are sent to an off-world prison.
The Infinite Loop – Pierrick Colinet & Elsa Charretier
A time-traveling love story between two women fighting against a society that sees their love as an anomaly.
Princeless: Raven the Pirate Princess – Jeremy Whitley & Rosy Higgins
A queer, feminist, pirate adventure starring a rebellious princess turned swashbuckling captain.
Horror & Mystery
The Low, Low Woods – Carmen Maria Machado & Dani
A chilling, feminist horror story about two girls uncovering dark secrets in their eerie town.
Insexts – Marguerite Bennett & Ariela Kristantina
A gothic horror series featuring monstrous transformations and a sapphic love story.
G. Willow Wilson’s Poison Ivy
A solo series focusing on eco-horror with occasional sapphic romance elements.
Superheroes & Mainstream Comics
Batwoman – Multiple Writers & Artists
Kate Kane, aka Batwoman, is one of the most well-known lesbian superheroes in DC Comics.
Harley Quinn: The Animated Series Comics – Tee Franklin & Various
Expanding the sapphic chaos between Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy.
America Chavez (Solo Runs) – Gabby Rivera & Joe Quinones
Featuring Marvel’s powerhouse Latina lesbian hero, America Chavez.
Angela: Asgard’s Assassin & Queen of Hel – Marguerite Bennett
Marvel’s celestial warrior navigating battles and romance with Sera.
DC Bombshells – Marguerite Bennett & Various
A reimagining of DC heroines during WWII, including Harley and Ivy’s romance.
Romance & Slice-of-Life
Sunstone – Stjepan Šejić
A sapphic romance about BDSM and emotional connection, with a surprising amount of depth and humor.
Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me – Mariko Tamaki & Rosemary Valero-O’Connell
A beautifully illustrated, emotional YA story about a toxic relationship and self-growth.
Road Queen & Vampire Blood Drive – Mira Ong Chua
Butch/femme romance with humor, drama, and plenty of swoon-worthy moments.
If You’ll Have Me – Eunnie
A heartwarming college romance between two sapphic women figuring out love and life.
Mimosa – Archie Bongiovanni
A witty, heartfelt look at middle-aged queer life and friendships.
Paris – Andi Watson & Simon Gane
A dreamy, fairytale-like love story between two art students in Paris.
Coming of Age & Memoirs
Messy Roots – Laura Gao
A poignant, funny graphic memoir about growing up Chinese American and wlw.
Flung Out of Space – Grace Ellis & Hannah Templer
A graphic biography of Patricia Highsmith, author of The Price of Salt.
Go with the Flow – Lily Williams & Karen Schneemann
A feminist coming-of-age story featuring queer characters tackling period stigma.
Navigating with You – Cassio Ribeiro & Jeremy Whitley
A sweet teen romance featuring disabled and queer characters on a book-finding adventure.
Brownstone – Mar Julia & Samuel Teer
A coming-of-age story about family, identity, and community featuring a lesbian side character.
Queer As All Get Out – Shelby Criswell
A graphic nonfiction book highlighting ten inspiring queer historical figures.
Where to Start?
If you’re new to lesbian comics, On a Sunbeam, Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me, and Heathen are fantastic entry points. If you love superheroes, dive into Batwoman or America Chavez. Horror lovers should check out The Low, Low Woods or Insexts.
No matter your taste, there’s a sapphic story out there waiting for you. For more lesbian books check out our latest list.
