Phoebe and Her Unicorn

Dana Simpson’s Phoebe and Her Unicorn (2014–present, Andrews McMeel) brings a modern, whimsical sensibility to the classic comic-strip tradition, following the adventures of a young girl and her magical, narcissistic unicorn friend. While the series is Simpson’s own creation, it pays clever homage to the work of Lewis Carroll and Sir John Tenniel, whose influence is felt in its playful language and occasional visual nods. Across 21 issues and counting, this charming strip has become a gentle, enduring favorite for readers who love witty friendship stories and a touch of fantasy.