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"Secret Marriage," "Kiss and Forget," "Mistaken Heart," and "Love is Not Enough." Cover price $0.10.

San Diego Comic Con Nude Variant Cover by Anthony Spay. Limited to 100 copies. (W) Joe Brusha, Ralph Tedesco, Raven Gregory, Pat Shand. (A) Sheldon Goh, JG Miranda. Calie and Violet find themselves still on the run from Wonderland giving up any attempts at living a normal existence. They try to stay one step ahead of its reach but even as their life on the road continues, beings from the sinister realm spread their evil influence across the Midwestern land. Elsewhere a middle age traveling salesman obsessed with being the best of the best will find that in the world of Wonderland insanity is on sale and all roads lead to madness. And what dark secret does he hold that will give birth to an all new denizen of Wonderland? Find out here in this not to be missed issue!

Cover by Mike Debalfo (W) Joe Brusha (A) Various Check out all your favorite fairy tale babes in their sexiest beach wear in the second installment of Zenescope's Grimm Fairy Tales swimsuit issue. This issue is filled with over 25 images, many of them brand new, as well as a never before published back up short story. Includes artwork from Ebas, Mike Debalfo, Billy Tucci and more! Fairy Tales have never looked better than this. Cover price $5.99.

Stories by Harvey Kurtzman (Hey Look! 1-pagers) and unknown. Art by Harvey Kurtzman (Hey Look! 1-pagers), Morris Weiss and unknown. Hedy De Vine stars in: "Hollywood Hoax"; "Turnabout's Fair Play"; "Country Cut-Up"; and "Double Trouble"! Also in this issue: 2-page text story "Meet the Winner"; Millie the Model in "Her Fraternity Friends"; Tessie the Typist in "Water Worries" with art by Morris Weiss; and two untitled Hey Look! 1-pagers by Harvey Kurtzman. 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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*18+ Mature Readers Only* by Doug Allen and Gary Leib. 32 Pages, B&W. *18+ Mature Readers Only* Cover price $2.50.

Cover by Ham Fisher (credited). Stories and art by Ham Fisher (credited). Ham Fisher's comic-strip boxer has adventures both inside and outside the ring. Working with the French Resistance during World War II, Joe operates a pirate free-radio broadcast, so the Nazis enlist the beautiful spy Baroness Von Shumann to locate his hidden station. The Secret Voice; Uninvited Guests; Death to Traitors; Knobby Goes Softie. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Title becomes Adventures into Terror with issue #43. Cover price $0.10.

Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. Name Game; Clyde Didit is still getting clobbered every time he says "Sock It To Me" or any variation thereof. Little Red Wagon; Alex grabs Josie and takes her for a ride in one of his sports cars, with Clyde stowing away in the back seat. Country Clyde; Josie and Clyde drive Alex's red sports car out to the country, where Clyde gets in trouble with a farmer's livestock. Pussycat; Pepper tries to get Sock to be less brutish and destructive; He vows to be a "pussycat," just as three thugs come along and try to make unwanted advances to Pepper. Scripts by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino. Love Bug, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Alexandra is so pathetically love-struck over Alan M. that she goes into insane ecstasy at the mere mention of his name. A Big Help? humor page with Li'l Jinx by Joe Edwards. Splash of Success, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; The Cabots study abstract art under the guidance of the great Pablo Peculio. Car Wash Woes, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mario Acquaviva; Melody gets everybody soaked while she's trying to wash her father's car. No Sense of Direction, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. 36 pgs. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Cover art by Bill Vigoda. "We Want A Re-Count"; Jughead wins every category in the school favorites because he voted for himself enough to win a majority. "Labor Of Love"; Pop Tate hires Jughead to be a soda jerk, but Jughead doesn't make a very good worker. "Leaf Me Alone"; Mr. Weatherbee offers a day off of school for the student who will rake the leaves; Jughead piles the leaves and starts to burn them; The smoke goes straight into Mr. Weatherbee's office. "Spellbound"; Reggie pronounces the word "xenodochein" and asks Archie to spell it backwards, so Archie spells "it" backwards. "Party Line"; Jughead's father encourages him to be more social since it's his birthday; He overhears his friends planning his surprise party; He invites everyone to the Chok'lit Shoppe that night. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "The Frame"; Jughead has been asked to be part of a sidewalk art show, but he doesn't have the money for frames. Archie Club News, including promo art from the Archie cartoon. "Groovy Tech," script by George Gladir, pencils by Bill Vigoda, inks by Mario Aquaviva; Mr. Weatherbee and Miss Grundy create a summer school program based entirely off student suggestions. "Button Business"; Jughead has great buttons on his hat, and Archie sees a money making opportunity. Bendix Brakes ad with Archie. "Let's Face It!" one-page Li'l Jinx story by Joe Edwards. "Horrors!"; Jughead's mother calls him home, while the gang is watching a horror movie about Frogs at Betty's house. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover by Dan DeCarlo. "Babes in the Woods," script by John Albano, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead goes hiking in the woods alone and runs across three women treed by a bear; Without thought to his safety, Jughead braves the terrible danger. "Catch Match," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead is the pre-tournament favorite to win the free style Frisbee catch until Ethel enters and proves to be his athletic equal. "A Good Pizza Help," script by John Albano, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead keeps trying to help Reggie in order to get the price of a pizza out of him. "Electric Boogie Fashions" illustration by Dan DeCarlo Jr. "The Dream," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; Hot Dog dreams that he's living in a world of anthropomorphic canines and Jughead is his pet. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.60.

Stories by Al Hartley and Milt Gross. Art by Al Hartley, Bob Wickersham and Milt Gross. The Kilroys (Americas Funniest Family!) combined the family humor of the then-new sitcom format with Archie-style teen hijinks featuring Katie, Natch, and pal Solid Jackson. Pop becomes obsessed with winning a radio contest; Natch's car breaks down, so he gets a tow from a trucker who forgets hes back there; A classic Count Screwloose caper by Milt Gross. Pop Wins Out!; To the Rescue!; Soda Jerky; Puppy Love; Kollege Kapers; Man of Distinction; The Trucksters; Longhair; Count Screwloose; Katie Kilroy; Solid Jackson. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Joe Musial. Edited by Ruth Plumly Thompson (sometimes credited as Jo King). Stories and art by William Ritt, Clarence Gray, Brandon Walsh, Nicholas Afonsky, Carl Anderson, Jack Burnley, R. J. Scott, Eddie Sullivan, Charlie Schmidt, Lee Falk, Phil Davis, E. C. Segar, George Clarke, Lou Hanlon, George McManus, Otto Soglow, Eddie Rickenbacker, Clayton Knight, Ed Anthony, Romer Grey, Charles Flanders, Ruth Plumly Thompson, Don Moore and Alex Raymond. Pioneering comics publisher David McKay presents an anthology series featuring reprints of King Features Syndicate comic strips. Mandrake the Magician and Lothar encounter man-eating plants in the X Dimension. Brick Bradford; Little Annie Rooney; Henry; Sport Features; Scott's Scrapbook; Radio Patrol; Mandrake the Magician; Thimble Theatre; Flash Gordon; The G-Man; Bringing Up Father; The Little King; Ace Drummond; Ted Towers, Animal Master; King of the Royal Mounted. 68 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Seely cover. Swimsuit pin-up book with art by Juan Jose Ryp, Ivan Rodriguez, Raulo Caceres, Gabriel Guzman, Richard Ortiz, Matt Martin, Rafa Lopez and Daniel HDR. Full color, 16 pages, slick paper stock. Mature readers. Cover price $2.99.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "The Call Of The Wild," pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Veronica is fed-up with the way that Archie and Reggie wolf down Betty's food at the picnic. Betty Pin-Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo. Archie Pin-Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "The Bathing Beauty," pencils by Al Hartley; Archie, Reggie, and Jughead are judges at a beauty contest. "Basic Needs," script and pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie and Jughead want to build a raft, Betty and Veronica want to rent a boat. "Miss Missed," script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx can't find her dad. Archie Club News. "Looks Aren't Everything," pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Veronica gets bumped by a beach ball. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "The Wheeler-Dealer," art by Al Hartley; Jughead is forced to get Archie's car back when Jughead sells it without Archie's permission. "Midnight Madness," script and art by Al Hartley; Veronica's father thinks Veronica has run away with Archie and Archie's father believes that Archie has run off with Veronica. Betty and Veronica house ad. "Now Hear This...," script and art by Joe Edwards; With her mother's cake burning, Li'l Jinx tries to get the attention of her parents, with no success. Li'l Jinx Pen Pals. "The Exception," art by Al Hartley; Archie tells Moose that humans only use ten percent of their brain; however, it appears that Moose may prove to be the exception. "Loud and Clear," script and pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Using modern communication methods (phones) Veronica has Archie call her every ten minutes so she can keep tabs on Archie; Betty has other ideas and communicates the old-fashioned way with Archie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Mister Sandman," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Joe Edwards; Hearing that Mr. Lodge needs more sand in the soil of his garden, but refuses to buy any, Archie tries to get in good with him by bringing back a trailer full of sand from the beach. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "Wave Knave," pencils by Bob Bolling; Dilton makes a special gyroscopic controlled surf board for Archie to ride in a surfing competition. "One For The Books," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx is desperate to set a world's record at anything. Veronica's Advice Puzzle. "Service Please," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren; Pop won't serve Jughead because he's closed for inventory. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.30.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Stringing Along," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Veronica forces Archie to attend an opera with her. Veronica's Line Puzzle; Follow the path along the design on Veronica's swimsuit, record the letters in order and find out Veronica's message for you. "The Watchdog," pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Reggie tries to use Hot Dog as an excuse to introduce himself to a pretty sunbather on the beach. "Getting To The Point," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx tries to help Mort be more decisive. "Three's A Crowd," pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Betty and Veronica must deal with a stalker at the beach. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

52 page issue. Cover price $0.10.

Don't miss this rare chance to see Brandy and all the critters through the eyes of Adam Hughes! Also, see an unusual series of strips by Frank Cho that document one of his disastrous book signings as he comes face to face with his fans. These strips will convince you that comedy is not pretty. Plus, Frank is on hand to answer your letters and comment on the never-before-seen uncensored versions of his strips! This issue contains strips from Sept. 27, 1999 through Nov. 13, 1999. b&w, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

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"Ride Into Danger"; As it begins to rain, the gang takes cover in an abandoned cabin; The old cabin supports buckle under their weight and careens down the side of a hill landing on railroad tracks. "Play Mate"; Because Little Betty cannot come outside to play, Little Veronica decides to climb up to the window to play only to discover Little Betty has the measles. "The Triumph of Science"; Penny, seeing Fangs beating up on Little Archie and Little Reggie, demands Fangs drops them; Little Dilton suggests the science of Judo to overcome the bully. "Dear Diary"; Little Betty helps Archie prepare a picnic for two mistakenly thinking the picnic is for Little Archie and her. "Pop Flop," script and art by Joe Edwards; Little Jinx cries over an ice cream cone. "Sense and Nonsense"; Little Archie writes a series of cartoons he thinks are hilarious but he finds out the hard way they are not. "Wash 'n' Tear"; Archie believes that by taking a bath he can run faster. "Picture Crazy"; Little Archie gets yet another photo of Little Veronica. Little Betty makes an observation. "The Pen Pal"; Little Betty and Little Veronica write to a pen pal exchange to meet new boys. "House Mouse"; Little Archie and the gang buy some cheese and mouse traps to try to rid the Andrew's household of mice. "Drop-In, Drop-Outs," script and art by Joe Edwards; To rid her wading pool of friends, Li'l Jinx throws in a bar of soap. "Fashion's Passion"; Little Archie compliments Little Veronica on her fur collared sweater; Little Betty learns Little Jughead has a fur collar and upon searching for it discovers it is a white mouse. "The Scooter Race." "A Real Gone Show"; Little Jughead is sharpening his magic act skills when Mr. Weatherbee reveals he wanted to be a magician before going into the teaching profession and teaches Little Jughead some tricks; During the magic show Mr. Weatherbee almost falls prey to a prank pulled by Little Reggie that is meant for Little Jughead. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

Stories reprinted from Frisky Fables Vol. 3 (1947) #8. In order of appearance: "Neddy Bear" art by Al Fago; "Tick, Tack, and Toe" and "Spunky" by Jason Comic Art; "Pidgy and the Magic Paint" art by Harold Abbey; and "Dopsy Durvy" by Jason Comic Art. 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

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52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Canadian edition with same content as U.S. edition. Inside front cover is blank; indica appears on bottom of back cover rather than at bottom of first story page. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Buscema. Stories and art by John Buscema, Bill Woolfolk, and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Swimmer Edith falls for lifeguard Bill, but her athletic prowess may be a hindrance, in an early story (and cover) by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Pilot Jim and stewardess Louise try to get past their night of passion in a mountain cabin. Maid Irene fears her status puts wealthy, handsome Reed out of her reach. Easy to Love!; Flight into Passion; Prescription for Happiness; Dont Change Our Love! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Chic Young. Edited by Margery McKay (sometimes credited as G. Whiz). Stories and art by Lee Falk, Phil Davis, Fran Striker, Charles Flanders, Roy Crane, Robert Storm, Mel Graff, Carl Anderson, Chic Young, Bob Dunn, Joe Musial, Tom Sims, and Bela Zaboly. Lee Falk's adventurer Mandrake the Magician gets top billing in this anthology series featuring reprints of King Features Syndicate comic strips. The Lone Ranger rides again; Heroes on Wings focuses on airman Leon Crane. Mandrake the Magician; Jan and Aloysius; High Spots; Buz Sawyer; The Lone Ranger; Secret Agent X-9; Henry; Little Acorns; Popeye; Blondie; Dollar-A-Dither. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Johnny Craig. Stories by Carl Wessler. Art by George Evans, Joe Orlando, Graham Ingels, and Reed Crandall. One of EC Comics' late New Direction titles, a response to the new Comics Code, featuring medical drama. A physical therapist struggles to help a boy stricken by polio to walk again. Overcome by grief after an accident, Mr. Archer honors his late wife's wishes to be an organ donor, never dreaming of who the recipient might be. So That Others May Walk; Doctor Wizard; New Outlook; Point of View; Worried Sick. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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"So that Others May Walk" illustraded by Reed Crandall leads off another powerful issue of this EC "New Direction" Title. Also in this siiue, you'll find stories by Joe Orlando, Graham Ingels, and George Eveans. Cover by Johnny Craig. Cover price $2.50.

Cover by Gladys Parker. Stories and art by Gladys Parker and Joe Sinnott. One of the first female-centric comic strips, by pioneering female artist Gladys Parker, Mopsy combines an Ever Meulen art style with pantomime-style gags and good-girl art. Mopsy tries investments to get the money for a new convertible, and when that fails, she goes to the horse track. Trudi thinks she's gained weight after her dress shrinks in the wash, in the first published story of future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Mopsy has no luck selling newspapers on the street corner, but everyone wants her superhero comics. Mopsy; Trudi: The Heavyweight; Masked Meeting. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.