Alana

Alana is a Dutch comics character who debuted in the magazine Tina in 2007, created by Gerard Leever. She appears alongside characters such as Sas ten Velde, Snotje, and Prinses Simone in stories aimed at young Dutch readers.

Alana made her debut in the pages of Tina in 2007, brought to life by creator Gerard Leever for DPG Media Magazines — and nearly two decades later, she's still going strong, with 88 catalog appearances that speak to a genuinely enduring place in the hearts of Dutch comics readers. A Modern Age character through and through, she's spent her run in the company of memorable figures like Sas ten Velde, Snotje, and Prinses Simone, the kind of cast that gives a series its warm, lived-in personality. With at least one key collector issue to her name and a presence stretching from 2007 all the way to 2025, Alana is a testament to the staying power of great character work in European girls' comics — well worth seeking out for anyone curious about the rich world beyond the American mainstream.