Franka

Franka, a Dutch comics series launched by Hjemmet (later Egmont) in 1986, follows the globe-trotting adventures of its resourceful, red-haired heroine. Created and primarily written and drawn by Henk Kuijpers, with additional scripting by Rolf Kirknes, the series blends stylish European album art with light-hearted mystery and intrigue. Though it has spanned decades, its single-issue format keeps each story a self-contained, elegantly crafted caper. Franka endures as a beloved figure in European comics, celebrated for its strong female lead and Kuijpers’ polished, cinematic storytelling.