Why Webtoons Are Taking Over
If you've been hearing about webtoons but don't know where to start, you're in the right place. Unlike traditional Western comics or Japanese manga, webtoons are designed for vertical scrolling on your phone—making them incredibly easy to binge during your commute or lunch break.
Perfect Starter Series
For Action & Fantasy Fans
- Solo Leveling by Chugong – If you loved series like One Punch Man, this power-fantasy about a weak hunter becoming the strongest will hook you instantly. Available on Tapas and the official Solo Leveling app.
- Tower of God by SIU – Think Hunter x Hunter meets epic world-building. A boy climbs a mysterious tower to find his friend. Read it on Webtoon.
- The Beginning After The End by TurtleMe – A reincarnation story that rivals any isekai anime. Perfect for fans of Mushoku Tensei.
For Romance Readers
- True Beauty by Yaongyi – High school drama meets makeup transformation. If you enjoyed To All The Boys I've Loved Before, this is your next obsession.
- Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe – A modern retelling of Hades and Persephone with stunning art. This one actually originated on Webtoon's English platform!
For Thriller & Horror Enthusiasts
- Sweet Home by Youngchan Hwang & Carnby Kim – Monsters, survival, and psychological horror. The Netflix adaptation brought this to mainstream attention.
- Bastard by Carnby Kim – A serial killer thriller that will keep you up all night. Seriously, don't start this before bed.
Where to Read
Webtoon (LINE Webtoon) offers the largest free library with ad-supported reading. Tapas is great for indie creators and licensed Korean series. Manta provides unlimited reading for a monthly subscription—perfect if you're ready to dive deep.
Pro Tips for New Readers
- Start with completed series if you hate waiting for updates
- Check the comments section—the community discussions are half the fun
- Many popular webtoons have anime or K-drama adaptations, so you can continue the story in different formats