# How to Start a Webcomic in 2026

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Podcast: [Comic Lab](https://stenobird.com/podcast/comic-lab-687123)
Published: 2026-01-15T13:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Starting a webcomic in 2026 isn’t about chasing algorithms or copying what’s popular — it’s about building something sustainable, creative, and yours. In this episode, Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett break down what new cartoonists actually need to focus on in their first years: writing first, consistency over hype, owning your work, and building an audience the right way.

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