Minimum Wage

Bob Fingerman’s Minimum Wage is a sharply observed, semi-autobiographical slice-of-life series from Fantagraphics that has chronicled the misadventures of struggling cartoonist Rob Hoffman and his friends in 1990s New York City. First published in 1995, the series blends humor, romance, and a gritty urban realism, capturing the creative and financial frustrations of young adulthood with an unflinching yet affectionate eye. Fingerman’s distinctive black-and-white art and deadpan dialogue define the book’s intimate, low-key tone, making it a cult touchstone for indie-comics fans who appreciate honest, character-driven storytelling.