Omaha the Cat Dancer

From 1986 to 1994, Kitchen Sink Press published Omaha the Cat Dancer, a groundbreaking anthropomorphic comic series that blended adult drama with social commentary. Written primarily by Kate Worley and illustrated by Reed Waller, the strip followed the life of Omaha, an exotic dancer, and her complex relationships with characters like Chuck Katt and Joanne Follett. Known for its mature themes and frank sexuality, the series pushed boundaries in independent comics while maintaining a strong emotional core. It remains a landmark work for its thoughtful exploration of freedom, politics, and identity through a furry lens.