Lincoln Peirce is an American cartoonist, writer, and producer. He is best known for creating the comic strip Big Nate, which has been published in over 200 newspapers worldwide. He has also written and illustrated several Big Nate books, which have been translated into over 20 languages. Peirce has also written and produced for television, including the animated series Big Nate, which aired on Cartoon Network. He is a graduate of Colby College and lives in Portland, Maine with his wife and two children. Peirce is an avid reader and enjoys playing basketball and tennis. He is passionate about inspiring young people to pursue their dreams and has been a mentor to many aspiring cartoonists.