About Luann

Get hooked on the life of this sixteen year-old girl.

Readers of all ages love Luann, the exciting comic strip by Greg Evans that brings to life the daily drama of being a young woman. Evans' strong characters, compelling storylines and genuine humor captivate millions of readers every day. Since it began in 1985, Luann has earned a loyal following. Teens everywhere relate to Evans' insightful humor and true-to-life characters.

In all storylines, Evans holds Luann up as a fine example of the positive power cartoons can have. "I've always felt that adolescence is a very funny time -- except when you're in it," says Evans. "My aim is to touch readers' hearts as well as their funny bones." A proven favorite, Luann consistently ranks among the top five comic strips in reader surveys.
Evans is also applauded for touching on the real issues that teens face -- from puberty and unrequited love to peer pressure, drugs and alcohol. Evans won the National Cartoonists Society's 2003 Reuben Award for Cartoonist of the Year, on his sixth nomination.