Online comics The Ultimate Comic Review
If you’re hunting for a daily dose of laughter, Online comics are the best remedy—and today, we’re rolling out the red carpet for the uproarious world of Spectickles by Bill Abbott. This comic/cartoon review dives into the quirkiest, wittiest, and most relatable online comics you’ll find anywhere on the internet. Whether you’re a seasoned webcomic connoisseur or just desperate for a little light-hearted fun between Zoom meetings, these online comics bring instant joy, sharp wit, and pure, goofy fun right to your screen.
Meet the Artist: Bill Abbott
Bill Abbott is the creative mind behind Spectickles, a cartoon series celebrated for its instantly recognizable art and unapologetically dry humor. With a decades-spanning career, Abbott’s cartoons have appeared in major newspapers, magazines, greeting cards, and have even taken over the digital world through syndicated online comics. His work has received numerous accolades, including features in Reader’s Digest and GoComics, and his signature style—those pointy glasses and droll, expressive faces—has become a staple in the comic scene.
#1 DIY Disaster: “What Else Did You Fix Today?”
In this delightfully offbeat panel, a well-meaning husband turns the dinner table into a DIY disaster, installing a ceiling fan right into the meal. It’s the kind of “helpful” fix that only leads to airborne peas and spousal eye-rolls—classic Spectickles! If you’ve ever lived with a serial tinkerer, this online comic will feel way too real.
#2 Santa’s New Sleigh Team: “How’s the New Diversity Program Going?”
Santa’s new sleigh team is a parade of workplace inclusion: an elephant, a turtle, a duck, and, naturally, some confused reindeer. This strip hilariously pokes fun at corporate buzzwords and holiday traditions in true online comics style. The visual gag alone is worth the scroll!
#3 Ice Skating Wipeout: “Why’d You Stop?”
Spectickles’ take on ice skating pairs marital trust with slapstick timing: a sudden stop mid-lift means disaster for one partner and a faceplant for the other. The comic timing is as sharp as the skates—if you love physical comedy, this one’s for you.
#4 The Snack Attack Countdown: “Hurry! Our New Year’s Resolutions Start in Ten Minutes.”
Nothing says “online comics” like this strip’s take on last-minute snacking before midnight. Surrounded by snacks and guilty glances, our heroes cram in junk food before the annual guilt-fest begins. Relatable? Painfully so.
#5 Backyard Blast Zone: “Ease Up on the Lighter Fluid and Let Me Know When the Grill Lands.”
When backyard barbecues go nuclear, it’s time for a new grill (and maybe a new yard). The flying grill, scorched earth, and deadpan wife make this online comic a must-share with your favorite grill master.
#6 New Year’s Eve, Sleepy Style: “Hey! Did the Ball Drop Yet?”
This online comic turns New Year’s Eve into a snooze-fest as the family dozes off waiting for midnight. Bonus points for the sleepy party hat—because who hasn’t rung in the new year in slippers?
#7 Bargain Bites Back: “How’d It Go With Your Discount Dental Implants?”
Not all deals are created equal. This strip’s “discount” smile is a visual punchline that sticks with you. If you’ve ever regretted a Groupon, you’ll laugh (and maybe cringe).
#8 Royal Budget Cuts: “I Take It My Throne Goes Here.”
The king arrives—with his folding chair. Royalty has never looked so underwhelmed. This online comic is perfect for anyone who’s had big dreams and a budget throne.
#9 Fridge Fights Back: “The Fridge Took Out a Restraining Order on Us.”
Some relationships get a little too intense—especially with the fridge. Spectickles takes “snack attack” to a legal extreme, and the deadpan delivery is flawless.
#10 Canine Bed Politics: “Hush Up! You’ll Wake Up the Dog!”
Dog lovers, unite! In this hilarious twist, the dog is the one to pamper, while the humans awkwardly share the leftovers of their own bed. A classic in online comics pet humor.
#11 The Office Overachiever: “You’re the Most Dedicated Guy in the Company, Bob.”
Here’s a salute to “Bob,” the literal wooden cutout at work. If you’ve ever felt invisible at the office, this one’s your spirit comic.
#12 Potato Chip Diagnosis: “Your Blood Test is Remarkably Similar to a Potato Chip.”
The annual health checkup goes from routine to roasted in one punchline. Abbott’s “funny cartoon strips” are never short on relatable zingers.
#13 Stone Age News Cycle: “I’m Getting to Where I Don’t Even Want to Watch the News Anymore.”
Even the Stone Age had bad news, apparently. Abbott’s blend of modern complaints and prehistoric settings hits home in this witty online comic.
#14 Extreme Kidney Stones: “We’ve Called in a Specialist for This Procedure.”
When your urologist brings a jackhammer, it’s time to rethink those salty snacks. Darkly funny, this panel turns medical mishaps into comic gold.
#15 Coffee Run MVP: “I Need You to Get Them Coffee.”
Office life, in a nutshell. Everyone wants to be part of the dream team—until you realize you’re there for the coffee run.
#16 Viking Permission Slip: “Can Olaf Come Out to Pillage and Plunder?”
Vikings with helicopter parenting? Only in Spectickles. This clever panel mashes history and modern parenting, for a laugh-out-loud result.
#17 Dinner and Plumbing: “Think About When You Want to Get the Stove Fixed.”
Multi-tasking gone mad: spaghetti for dinner and a plumber in the bath. Domestic chaos, Spectickles style!
#18 Santa in Court: “We Warn the Defendant Not to Threaten the Jury With Coal.”
Santa on trial is as funny as it sounds. This legal drama with a holiday twist is a new classic in online comics.
#19 Cowboy Cuisine: “Are You Sure a ‘71 Claret is the Right Choice for These Here Beans?”
Cowboys and wine pairings—because who says you can’t be classy on the trail? The punchline is subtle but pure gold.
#20 Brutally Honest Bathroom Scale: “It Says It Can’t Calculate Your Weight Till It Knows What Year, Make and Model Automobile You Are.”
If you’ve ever feared your bathroom scale had a sense of humor, this is your worst nightmare. Online comics at their most brutally honest—and hilarious.
Quick Summary & Artist Credit
Online comics don’t just bring a laugh—they bring us together in a world that sometimes takes itself way too seriously. From workplace gags to marital mishaps, Bill Abbott’s Spectickles proves that life’s little disasters are much more fun when seen through a cartoonist’s eyes. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the magic of online comics, these Spectickles panels are guaranteed to brighten your day.
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