Whether she’s described as an older woman, a maturing woman or a woman of a “certain age,” Alice is just trying to make it in a society that doesn’t “see” her. The series explores our main character’s struggles with herself, her relationships and society in general.
ARCTIC CIRCLE by Alex Hallatt
Oscar, Ed and Gordo are three migrant penguins who leave Antarctica for a new life in the North Pole in this green-themed strip.
BARNEY GOOGLE AND SNUFFY SMITH by John Rose
Snuffy Smith is a bodacious hillbilly who lives in the Appalachian town of Hootin’ Holler with his tolerant, caring wife, Weezy.
BEETLE BAILEY by Mort, Greg and Brian Walker
Beetle Bailey avoids both work and Sarge’s wrath while sleeping through life in uniform as the Army’s laziest private.
BETWEEN FRIENDS by Sandra Bell-Lundy
Three women in their 50s find solace from the growing pains of middle age in gossip, friendship and wine.
BLONDIE by Dean Young and John Marshall
This enduring domestic comedy stars Blondie and Dagwood Bumstead, a happily married couple living an everyday, normal life.
BREAK
by Nate Fakes
Take a break from your day with this quick and fun cartoon that finds an absurd commentary in everyday objects, from the twisted mind of Nate Fakes.
THE BRILLIANT MIND OF EDISON LEE by John Hambrock
Meet Edison Lee, a 10-year-old boy genius who always has something to say about American politics and culture.
CARPE DIEM by Niklas Eriksson
Niklas Eriksson “seizes the day” with irreverent humor. His unique look at everyday life is populated with an odd assortment of characters from dinosaurs and cavemen and knights and witches to modern-day couch potatoes and Stone Age diets.
CURTIS by Ray Billingsley
Feisty 11-year-old Curtis and his mischievous little brother Barry are kept in line by their on-the-ball mom and frazzled dad.
BEWARE OF TODDLER by George Gant
Creator George Gant’s real-life adventures in stay-at-home parenting inspire this sentimental strip featuring The Toddler, an energetic, imaginative and plucky 2-year-old.
by Dan
upside-down birds soar and a slice of pie hides in every corner.
DADDY DAZE by John Kovaleski
A feel-good strip about the special relationship between a father and son, and the adventure of co-parenting.
This world-famous troublemaker charms readers with his innocent mischief.
A surreal place where eyeballs hover, dynamite sizzles,
BIZARRO
Piraro and Wayno
DENNIS THE MENACE
Created by Hank Ketcham By Scott Ketcham, Marcus Hamilton (D) and Ron Ferdinand (S)
DUSTIN by Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker
At 23, Dustin Kudlick lives at home—unmarried, unemployed and unable to see that as a problem.
DUMPLINGS by Victor Van Acker
Dumplings follows Dani and her dog Benny as they traverse the ups and downs of life; everything from student council coups to exam anxieties, to tongues frozen to stair railings.
THE FAMILY CIRCUS by Bil and Jeff Keane
Heartwarming comic features Mommy and Daddy, and their four children: Billy, Dolly, Jeffy and PJ, whose daily antics highlight the poignant truths to be found within the family circle.
FLASH GORDON by Dan Schkade
The intergalactic voyager’s journey through space and time never ceases to intrigue fans.
CELEBRATING 5 YEARS
GEARHEAD GERTIE by Mike Smith
Gertie is a Dale Earnhardt fan first, a grandma second, a wife third, and after that, who cares? When you love race day as much as Gertie does, you’re always on the right track!
HÄGAR THE HORRIBLE by Chris Browne
Looting. Plundering. Pillaging. Making it home in time for his wife’s dinner. It’s all in a day’s work for this lovable Viking.
INSANITY STREAK by Tony Lopes
This whimsical take on the gag-a-day panel delivers boundless opportunities for laughs—no character, setting or topic is too out there. And with Aussie Tony Lopes at the helm, you could end up anywhere!
JUDGE PARKER by Francesco Marciuliano and Mike Manley
A serial strip about a lawyer who stoically handles drama inside and outside of the courtroom.
LEGALIZATION NATION by Box Brown
Legalization Nation is a comic strip aiming to educate consumers and patients about the complexities of the emerging legal cannabis industry.
MACANUDO by Liniers
Wildly inventive, this gorgeously watercolored strip travels an imaginary universe with humor, charm and irreverence. Everything is cool!
MALLARD FILLMORE by Bruce Tinsley with Guest Artist Loren Fishman
A right-wing duck, who works as a hard-hitting TV reporter, tackles issues of the day in this conservativeleaning strip.
MANDRAKE THE MAGICIAN by Fred Fredericks
This well-dressed superhero uses sleight of hand, hypnosis and other magic tricks in his fight against evil-doing criminals.
by Jules Rivera
Avid environmentalist
Mark Trail teaches readers to preserve nature’s three most valuable “W’s”: woods, water and wildlife.
The American dream is alive and well in this family-focused strip starring the Flagstons.
HI AND LOIS by Brian Walker, Greg Walker, Chance Browne, and Eric Reaves
MARVIN by Tom Armstrong
The adults in Marvin’s life love this toddler’s mischievous antics and mature insights.
MARY WORTH by Karen Moy and June Brigman
Mary offers advice and support to characters she meets in this timehonored continuity.
MUTTS by Patrick
McDonnell
Best friends Earl the dog and Mooch the cat live life the way it should be, sharing friends, food and naps in this beloved strip.
The Phantom is a silent, stealthy avenger with a centuries-old birthright to restore justice. THE PHANTOM by Tony DePaul, Mike Manley (D) and Jeff Weigel (S)
POPEYE by Randy Milholland (S) and Bud Sagendorf (D)
Spinach-loving Popeye and iconic characters Olive Oyl, Swee’Pea, Bluto and Wimpy star in this legendary comic strip.
PRINCE VALIANT by Thomas Yeates and Mark Schultz
Prince Valiant is a sweeping historical strip about a gallant, righteous prince and his endless quest for adventure.
NEVER BEEN DEADER by Tommy Devoid
Follow Lifeless Carl’s trials at his thankless day job in the offices of Afterlife Industries, where he works in the Department of Intake for the recently deceased. If you thought the 9-to-5 was a grind, try the 9-to-eternity.
RAE THE DOE by Olive Brinker
Come join Rae and her adorable LGBTQ+ woodland friends as they explore coming of age as young adults in today’s world full of overwhelming challenges and very bad puns.
OLIVE & POPEYE by Randy Milholland
Find out what Olive and Popeye get up to when they’re not together—from Olive’s yoga classes with her pal, Mae, to Popeye’s adventures with his adoptive dad, Whaler Joe!
FASTRACK
by Bill Holbrook
Workplace woes, technology glitches and angry bosses are the norm in this droll depiction of employment at a big corporation. ON THE
and mating
REX MORGAN, M.D. by Terry Beatty
A principle-driven medical practitioner has a flawless knack for diagnosing illnesses and uncovering corruption and misconduct.
ROSEBUDS by Deon Parson
This heartwarming and humorous comic set against the backdrop of sibling rivalries and deep familial bonds centers around the daily lives of three sisters, Rosa, Maria, and Maricela Gonzalez.
RHYMES WITH ORANGE by Hilary Price and Rina Piccolo
Rhymes with Orange casts a glorious spotlight on life’s everyday minutiae and enables us to laugh at all of our quirky foibles.
From dating
rituals to lapsed social graces, Pardon My Planet pokes fun at politically incorrect, ego-driven behavior.
PARDON MY PLANET by Vic Lee
SAFE HAVENS by Bill Holbrook
A group of friends grow up together, from toddlers playing at Safe Havens Day Care to young adults enrolling at Havens University and beyond!
SALLY FORTH by Francesco Marciuliano and Jim Keefe
SAMPLES D The trials and tribulations of a thriving working woman, her ever-understanding husband and their precocious teen daughter.
TODD THE DINOSAUR by Patrick Roberts
Follow along with the comical adventures of a restless 7-year-old, 12-foot-tall, 3 ton T. Rex and the single guy in charge of his care.
SHOE by Gary Brookins and Susie MacNelly
When not eating at greasyspoon diner Roz’s Roost, the feathered denizens of Treetops, East Virginia, work at the local newspaper.
SIX CHIX by Isabella Bannerman, Bianca Xunise, Susan Camilleri Konar, Mary Lawton, Maritsa Patrinos and Stephanie Piro
Six female cartoonists reveal the quirky pleasures and challenges of everyday life as a woman in this innovative strip and panel format.
Humorous chronicles of the outdoor-oriented culture of America’s Last Frontier. For sale internationally only. TUNDRA by Chad Carpenter
ZIPPY THE PINHEAD by Bill Griffith
Philosophical strip starring Griffy and Zippy, who represent the dual personalities of adult and child that exist in us all.
ZITS by Jim Borgman and Jerry Scott
Sixteen-year-old Jeremy deals with high school, while his parents try to figure out the mysterious science of raising a teenager.
A cast of furry characters solve mysteries and teach young readers about art, nature, pets and health. SLYLOCK FOX by Bob Weber Jr.
TAKE IT FROM THE TINKERSONS by Bill Bettwy
Nothing comes easily in life, especially for the Tinkersons. But, in the rat race of life, family comes first.
by
A warm glimpse at the wonders of childhood seen through the eyes of a boy named Tiger and his scrappy friends.
TIGER
Bud Blake
CLASSIC COMICS
BRINGING UP FATHER by Frank
Johnson
Maggie and Jiggs were the first comic stars to achieve worldwide fame.
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The daily misadventures of lazy and chronically out-of-work Moose, his wife, Molly, their kids and an assortment of pets. MOOSE & MOLLY by Bob Weber Sr.
VIEW SAMPLES
THE KATZENJAMMER KIDS by Hy
Eisman
The longest-running strip in history stars twin boys, Hans and Fritz, who misbehave and rebel against any sort of authority.
VIEW SAMPLES
DIGITAL COMICS
SAM & SILO by Jerry Dumas R
R Buddies Sam and Silo remind readers of a simpler time as they enjoy life in their charming, nostalgic town.
DIGITAL COMICS
AMBER WAVES by David Phipps
A heartland-America comic strip focused on rural life, small-town observations, and the humor found in everyday moments across the American landscape.
GRAVY by Ellen Liebenthal
A lighthearted observational humor comic offering witty takes on relationships, aging, work, and the absurdities of modern life.
COMICLICIOUS by Olivera Vukovic
A semi-autobiographical, semi-fantastical comic, inspired by people, life and movement. Artist Olivera Vukovic welcomes a lot of guest characters into her mini comics letting them pass through while telling their stories.
This groundbreaking comic strip follows a hip JewishAmerican family, fueled by caffeine and gasoline, as they juggle relationships, careers and tradition at the fast pace of modern life. EDGE CITY by Terry and Patty Laban
by Ricardo Martínez and Ignacio Moreno
A vibrant comic series set on a distant planet teeming with strange creatures and alien societies following an unlikely human hero: a short, chubby, balding astronaut.
by E.S. Glenn
Indie underground cartoonist turned magazine contributor E.S. Glenn shares hidden gems that he lovingly calls Remixed New Yorker Cartoon Rejects, newly infused with irreverence.
by Tyler Dewhirst
Nibbles and Scratch, two extraordinary alley cats who live just outside a bustling bagel shop, offer readers a fresh, witty, and heartwarming look at the world through feline eyes.
ODDLY ENOUGH by Vaughan Tomlinson
A surreal single-panel humor comic offering quirky, unexpected perspectives that find comedy in the strange and slightly offbeat.
INTELLIGENT LIFE by David
Reddick
Celebrating the world of geek and pop culture, Intelligent Life follows Skip, Gwen, Mike and Barry at work and at play, including a healthy dose of gaming, film, comics, TV, cosplay conventions and sports obsessions!
PALURDEANDO by Guillermo Saldaña
A daily comic panel from Guillermo Saldaña's alter ego, Willy Black, as he navigates the oddities of existence, "Palurdeando" celebrates the random and absurd.
Holbrook
KEVIN AND KELL by Bill
One’s a predator. One’s prey. Together, they’re a happy family in a world where animals are people, and some people eat each other.
Bill was tired of his 9-to-5 office job, so he quit to become a barbarian warrior! Follow Bill and a colorful cast of characters on his hapless adventures in this high fantasy satire.
PAJAMA DIARIES by Terri Libenson
Terri Libenson’s classic semi-autobiographical story of working mom Jill Kaplan, a freelance graphic designer doingher best to keep up appearances.
by Bill Bettwy
Animals worldwide have taken the oath to protect the planet since it appears humans are not interested in doing so. Special Agent Cow, Chicken, Pig and Dog make it their mission to get others to reuse, reduce and recycle.
LEGEND OF BILL by David Reddick
DIGITAL COMICS
THE SAGA OF BRANN BJORNSON by Stephen Webster
Brann Bjornson, a Viking, copes with the modernization of his medieval Nordic world, where mead, magic and horned helmets coexist with IT trolls and HR witches.
SUBURBAN FAIRY TALES by Francis
Bonnet
This whimsical comic strip reimagines your favorite fairy tale characters as modern-day suburbanites.
Spoiler alert: It’s less “Happily Ever After” and more “Happily Ever Disaster!”
TBD (TOONS BY DAN) by Dan Misdea
Toon in for some of the best, worst, and weirdest ideas by award-winning cartoonist Dan Misdea, who shares his curated collection of single-panel cartoons.
TINA’S GROOVE by Rina Piccolo
What do you get when you mix quirky co-workers, questionable customers and a sensible, lovable career waitress? The answer is Tina’s Groove—the comic strip that delivers quick wit, lively humor and lots of laughs.
WILLY BLACK by Guillermo Saldaña
Taking inspiration from the everyday, Guillermo SaldaÑa captures humorous, sarcastic, meaningless, or enjoyable moments of life, exposing Willy Black to a problem that is alien to none: existing.
WORKING CATS by Maritsa
Patrinos
In the lively world of Brooklyn bodega cats, we find Taki, a spirited young kitten eager to make his mark, learning under the watchful eye of Sula, a wise and experienced feline.
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EDITORIAL CARTOONS
DRAWN TO POLITICS
Featuring a collection of insightful and unpredictable cartoons like John Branch, David M. Hitch, Mike Smith and others, our Drawn to Politics editorial cartoon package will appeal to readers of all stripes.
Whether you're looking to enhance your print editorial pages or add compelling visual commentary to your website and social media platforms, these cartoons provide the perfect blend of wit and relevance to keep your audience informed and entertained.
COLUMNS
LIFESTYLE, ADVICE + COMMENTARY
Readers throughout the world will benefit from the honest and humorous consumer advice about car repair.
HINTS FROM HELOISE
This trusted adviser is dedicated to helping readers simplify their lives with tips about lifestyle management. Heloise offers service journalism at its best.
THE TRAVEL TROUBLESHOOTER by Christopher Elliott
A consumer travel advice column from National Geographic expert Christopher Elliott, offering practical solutions to flight cancellations, billing disputes, lost luggage, and other common customer-service challenges faced by modern travelers.
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ENTERTAINMENT
CONTRACT BRIDGE by Steve Becker
A weekly bridge strategy column featuring expert hands from major competitions and top players, plus a challenging Friday quiz to sharpen bidding and gameplay skills.
ROYAL STARS by Georgia Nicols
Check in daily for a long-form dose of mystical revelations. The Royal Stars includes an in-depth look at your birthday personality and a star rating from difficult to dynamic to guide your daily decisions, along with the day’s astrological forecast.
YOUR INDIVIDUAL HOROSCOPE by Mecca Woods
Get a daily dose of Mecca’s expert guidance in using astrology as a reliable tool for uncovering opportunities and moving past challenges on your journey to your best self.
The founder and CEO of Work It DAILY offers weekly career advice so workers of all ages find the success and satisfaction they want and deserve.
KOVELS: ANTIQUES AND COLLECTING by Terry and Kim Kovel
These leading antiques experts demystify collecting. They offer up-to-date information, useful advice, historical context on readers’ antiques, and bargainhunting tips.
A popular pundit on the national scene and editor of National Review Lowry has an established reputation as a hard-hitting writer and commentator. RICH LOWRY
J.T. TALKS JOBS by J.T. O’Donnell
SAMPLES
MIND + BODY FITNESS
DR. ROIZEN by Dr. Mike Roizen
Cleveland Clinic’s Dr. Mike Roizen offers tips on health and wellness, and how to extend quality of life using the Longevity Playbook.
Accurate information and expert advice on alternative health care, prescription and over-the-counter drugs. THE PEOPLE’S PHARMACY by Joe and Teresa Graedon
TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH by Dr. Keith Roach
An informative and educational column, answering questions about infectious diseases and public health issues. Written by Dr. Keith Roach, a highly respected physician at Weill Cornell Medical College.
SPORTS
MASTER STROKES
Each week, PGA-certified Top 100 U.S. golf instructors offer professional advice, and Phil Franké, illustrator of Golf Tips magazine, provides three illustrations.
RACING THIS WEEK
Authoritative coverage of the fast-growing and phenomenally popular sport of stock car racing, including driver rankings, cup standings, stats, series schedules and more.
ORIGINAL JOHN ALDEN KNIGHT SOLUNAR TABLES
Be in the know when it comes to the best hunting and fishing times. The Solunar Tables are an indispensable guide for sportsmen throughout the country.
PUZZLES + GAMES
WORD GAMES
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JOSEPH CROSSWORD & CRYPTOQUOTE
DAILY CRYPTOQUOTES — Here’s how to work
SHEFFER CROSSWORD & CRYPTOQUIP
PREMIER SUNDAY CROSSWORD & CRYPTOQUIP by Frank Longo
This entry-level crossword keeps the grid light and fun, with accessible clues that appeal to players of all ages. Perfect for a quick commute or anytime your brain needs a pick-me-up.
One letter stands for another. In this sample, A is used for the three L’s, X for the two O’s, etc. Single letters, apostrophes, the length and formation of the words are all hints. Each day the code letters are different.
Elegant gridwork and witty clues are sprinkled throughout this trusty daily crossword that takes things up a notch. It’s just the right size for a brain challenge in less than 30 minutes.
One letter stands for another. In this sample, A is used for the three L’s, X for the two O’s, etc. Single letters, apostrophes, the length and formation of the words are all hints. Each day the code letters are different.
CRYPTOQUOTE
Do you love to savor a crossword experience with engaging wordplay and fun themes? The Premier is for you. Includes Cryptoquip, a substitution cypher with a punny solution.
Saturday’s Cryptoquip: IF SPIDERS ATTENDED COLLEGE, WHAT FIELD OF STUDY WOULD THEY BE LIKELY TO PICK? WEB DESIGN. Today’s Cryptoquip Clue: G equals H
Saturday’s Cryptoquote: TRULY, THOUGHTS ARE THINGS, AND THEIR SCOPE OF OPERATION IS THE WORLD ITSELF. — NAPOLEON HILL
The Cryptoquip is a substitution cipher in which one letter stands for another. If you think that X equals
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Readers love this daily bite of delight that packs all the fun of a larger-size crossword into a petite 5x5 grid.
Yesterday’s Cryptoquip: HISTORICAL REALM IN WHICH NOODLE SOUP WAS CONSUMED AS THE CHIEF STAPLE FOOD: THE RAMEN EMPIRE. Today’s Cryptoquip Clue: J
Yesterday’s Cryptoquote: MY INTEREST IS IN THE FUTURE BECAUSE I AM GOING TO SPEND THE REST OF MY LIFE THERE. — CHARLES F.
Place the words in the criss cross style grid, using word length and crossing letters as your clues. The circled letters will reveal the answer to the theme of the day.
by
Helene Hovanec
Plus One is a word search with a twist! To find the words in the provided list, you’ll need to add a letter. Keep track of what you add to reveal the answer to the day’s riddle.
VISUAL + TRIVIA
One of the world’s most popular word games. Find hidden words on the horizontal, vertical or diagonal.
In this confounding word puzzle with rebus roots, a carefully constructed set of pictures reveal a common word or phrase. WORD SLEUTH
HOCUS-FOCUS
Two similar drawings are presented, and players are challenged to find the differences.
Readers of all ages will love these unique hybrid illustrations that are part cartoon, part puzzle and totally fun! MazeToons features mazes with cartoon illustrations, which are integrated as part of the solvable maze.
The logic puzzle that inspired a worldwide craze. For each puzzle, use the numbers 1-9 only once per row, column and 3x3 box. Challenge level builds from Monday to Sunday.
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EXPERT SUDOKU
If you’re on the hunt for sudoku battle, choose the expert sudoku, which delivers more timeconsuming, challenging puzzles every day.
CHALLENGER
It’s the space-efficient numbers game! Fill a grid with the correct digits so all rows add up the right way. Put your solving skills to the test and beat the challenge time.
DIAGONAL SUDOKU
The daily diagonal sudoku raises your traditional experience to the X factor. Satisfy rows, columns and boxes, plus an additional X that crosses the entire grid.
STACKED SUDOKU
Level up your sudoku! Use traditional sudoku logic to fill all empty squares, but you’ll need to account for four additional 3x3 overlayed shaded boxes.
MINI SUDOKU
Smaller than the standard Sudoku, these sticky 6x6 puzzles are easily digestible, and appeal to adults and kids alike.
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Can you guess today’s fiveletter word? Each try gets you closer, as you find out which letters are right and more importantly in the right place. You get five tries to get there. New word every day!
The word of the day gets personal! Guess today’s name of the day. There are varying lengths, and you’ll get more guesses the longer the name is.
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King Features Creators Honored at the 2025 Reuben Awards
In 2025, King Features Syndicate was proudly represented across the National Cartoonists Society’s highest honors and awards, reflecting the depth, longevity, and creative excellence of its roster. Chance and Chris Browne were awarded the NCS Medal of Honor for their lifetime achievements in cartooning, including their work on Hägar the Horrible and Hi and Lois. John Kovaleski, creator of Daddy Daze, received the Silver T-Square in recognition of his outstanding service and commitment to the cartooning community. Legendary artist Sy Barry, whose influential work helped define The Phantom, was honored with the prestigious Elsie Segar Award at the age of 96.
King Features’ excellence was further underscored by major competitive wins and nominations across divisional categories. Ricardo Liniers earned the award for Best Newspaper Strip for Macanudo, praised for its whimsical humor and imaginative storytelling, while Bob Weber Jr. and Scott Underwood took home Variety Entertainment honors for the enduringly clever Slylock Fox. Additional nominations for Dan Misdea (Toons by Dan, Gag Cartoons), Jeff Parker and Steve Kelley (Dustin, Newspaper Strip), and Wayno (Bizarro, Newspaper Panel) highlighted the breadth and diversity of voices that continue to define King Features’ leadership in comics.
