While Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples' acclaimed series isn't quite complete—Vaughan has suggested it will run for 108 issues—being at issue #72 makes now an ideal time to dive into Saga. Starting digitally is a great approach, and you have several excellent options for reading this incredible space fantasy on your mobile device or tablet. We've outlined the best ways to get started.
Where to Read Saga Online
Read Issue #1 For Free on Image's Website
The best place to start
Saga Chapter 1
See it at Image Comics
Begin by sampling Saga #1 for free with no commitment required. This is a perfect way to see if the story suits your taste while appreciating Fiona Staples' stunning artwork. The first issue is available directly from Image Comics' website.
Read for Free Using Hoopla
Read for free on Hoopla
Saga Book One: Deluxe Edition
See it at Hoopla
You can read the entire available Saga series for free through Hoopla. Keep in mind that using Hoopla requires linking an active library card to your account and selecting your nearest local library. Your available titles will depend on your library's collection, so selection may vary outside major cities. Despite this, Hoopla remains one of the top platforms for free online comics and eBooks.
Subscribe to Kindle or ComiXology
Saga #72
$1.99 at ComiXology
ComiXology Unlimited, offered through Amazon, is arguably the best way to read comics online. For Saga, you can get the entire Volume 1 collection (issues #1-6) free with a 30-day trial. After catching up, you can switch to buying single issues monthly as they are released.
Try GlobalComix
GlobalComix is another free option for reading Saga
Saga Vol. 12
See it at GlobalComix
GlobalComix is a newer, creator-focused platform that helps artists track analytics and monetize their digital comics. While its overall selection is smaller than other services, it does offer Saga. Signing up is free.
What If I Prefer Reading Saga in Print?
Saga Compendium 1
See it at Amazon
Many comics enthusiasts, including myself, prefer physical copies. Fortunately, you can purchase various collected editions of the story so far, with many often on sale at Amazon. Options include the standard trade paperbacks, currently up to Volume 11 (Volume 12 releases May 13), or the oversized Saga: Compendium One, which collects issues #1-54 and is frequently discounted.
