Comics are a powerful medium. With the right words and artwork, cartoonists have the ability to provoke many emotions in readers - happiness, love, nostalgia, grief, anger or fear.

While we love humor and laughter here at GoComics, we also appreciate the beauty in comics that stir up deeper emotions.

Mom's Cancer by Brian Fies

Brilliant and thought provoking, Mom's Cancer is one comic that truly tugs on your heartstrings. Through this graphic novel, cartoonist Brian Fies documents his family's struggle following his mother's lung cancer diagnosis.

A winner of the Eisner and Harvey Awards, Mom's Cancer is honest and unflinching. While hard to read at times, it brings a practical and emotional perspective to the impact that serious illness has on so many patients and families around the world. Follow the journey from the beginning here.

Deep Dark Fears by Fran Krause

Less likely to make you shed a tear, but certainly able to send a shiver down your spine, Fran Krause's Deep Dark Fears highlights irrational terrors and dark thoughts submitted by readers. These creepy tales will have you looking over your shoulder as you learn what keeps others awake at night.

The Worst Thing I've Ever Done by Ted Rall

Equally as haunting, Ted Rall illustrates the shameful secrets of more than 500 Americans in The Worst Thing I've Ever Done. With such harrowing tales, you may find yourself wondering about the hidden lives of your closest friends, or feeling less alone when it comes to the secrets you harbor.