Biographical Note:
Lincoln Peirce has been drawing the "Big Nate" comic strip for more than 20 years. Born in Ames, Iowa, Peirce grew up in Durham, New Hampshire. As a kid, he began creating his own strips in the sixth grade. Peirce taught high school in New York City and has created several animated pilots for Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon. He lives in Portland, Maine, with his family.
Marc Notes:
These strips appeared in newspapers from August 28, 2006, through April 1, 2007.;Nate Wright is an eleven years old sixth grader who has the distinction of setting the record for school detentions.
Review Quotes:
"Big Nate is super funny. I love these books." (Appeal-Democrat)
Review Quotes:
"...In addition to the graphic storytelling, Nate's cartoons interspersed among Peirce's panels could provide teachers and librarians with great opportunities to incorporate this series into programs or lessons on cartooning and writing." (Snow Wildsmith, Booklist)
Review Quotes:
"...if you're looking for a new series to introduce your kids to this upcoming holiday season, chances are they'll really like these collections." (Rich Johnston, Bleeding Cool)
Contributor Bio:Peirce, Lincoln
Lincoln Peirce has been drawing the Big Nate comic strip for more than 20 years. Born in Ames, Iowa, Peirce grew up in Durham, New Hampshire. As a kid, he began creating his own strips in the sixth grade. Peirce taught high school in New York City and has created several animated pilots for Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon. He lives in Portland, Maine, with his family.