Big Nate by Lincoln Peirce for July 10, 1998

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Dr. cesspool tries to sell his children's book to a publisher... Publisher: Doctor, I think you have a problem with your main character. Publisher: "Ulrich the ulcer" Is simply not compelling enough! He doesn't do anything! Kids want to read about characters who are active! Dr.Cesspool: Hey, Ulrich is very active! He grows!.. He bleeds!... He causes gastrointestinal distress and severe abdominal pain! Dr.Cesspool: That's where " Andy the antacid comes in! Publisher: Andy doesn't float my boat, either. He's such a pill.