announcement
Explanation
This comic is a meta-announcement from Zach Weinersmith (the comic's creator) rather than a traditional joke strip. It introduces the reader to his wife Kelly Weinersmith, describing her accomplishments -- she's a parasitologist, co-author, and scientist. The comic appears to promote a project or book they're working on together, inviting readers to check out related content.
The humor is lighter and more personal than typical SMBC fare. The comic uses the strip format to make what is essentially a promotional announcement more entertaining and on-brand. By presenting real-life news in comic form, Weinersmith maintains his creative voice while sharing genuinely personal and professional updates with his audience. The casual, self-aware tone ("Please click or just look for today's regular comic if you like") acknowledges that some readers may not be interested in the announcement and provides an easy out. This type of strip reflects the relationship between webcomic creators and their audiences, where personal updates and promotions are woven into the creative work itself.