Big Nate and Friends

A long-running newspaper comic strip series from Andrews McMeel, Big Nate and Friends collects the daily adventures of sixth-grader Nate Wright and his classmates. Written and drawn by Lincoln Peirce, the strip has been a mainstay in funny pages since 2011, offering a warm, humorous look at middle school life. Its enduring popularity stems from its relatable take on friendship, schoolyard antics, and the universal trials of growing up.