Comic books in 'Romance'

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Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Art Cappello and Charles Nicholas. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Marion's reserved ways get her accused of being "backwards," until she falls in love with Kyle. Nina has met so many money-grabbers that she doesn't trust Ray to be different. Cleo breaks her engagement with Mark and tries again. Nice Girl, Nasty Man; Once Burned; Almost a Honeymoon. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

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Cover by Jack Abel. Stories and art by Art Cappello and Demetrio Sánchez Gómez. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. A beautiful woman finds that men are always falling in love with her, but she's yet to find the one she loves. Pride prevents a woman from dating if she thinks guys are just feeling sorry for her. I'm the Girl They All Love; The Moment We Met; Don't Pity Me! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

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Australian Series. Cover by Keith Chatto. Contains story from "Dream A Romantic Picture" #23.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by J. Torres. Art by Eric Kim. Joel hates Korea. Why he agreed to teach there defies his comprehension. He can't wait to return to normal life. His year of teaching is almost over and then he'll finally be free. But Joel's life is about to go from dark dreams to cotton candy kisses and it's all because of Hana. The very sight of this girl sends him flying straight to cloud nine, but won't another year in Korea send him crashing back down? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 72 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.95.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by J. Torres. Art by Eric Kim. All of a sudden Korea is looking a lot better to Joel. Actually, that's a lie. Korea is still looking like a rotten, smelly place with weird people and weirder food. Hannah, the new receptionist at the school Joel teaches at, on the other hand, is looking mighty fine. But will the girl of Joel's dreams ever actually make it into his days or did he extend his stay in Asia for nothing? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 72 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by J. Torres. Art by Eric Kim. It was a long, cold winter on the Korean peninsula, but spring is finally here! The air is getting warmer, the birds are chirping, and the flowers are in bloom. Could the winter of Joel's discontent finally be over? With Hannah working with him, things are definitely looking up! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 72 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

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Volume 4 - 1st printing. Written by J. Torres. Art by Eric Kim. Joel finally asks Hannah out on a date and she says yes! Maybe his decision to stay in Korea for another year was the right choice. Only one problem... does Hannah know this is a date or could something have gotten lost in translation? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 72 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing. Written by J. Torres. Art by Eric Kim. Time is running out for Joel. If he doesn't make a move on Hannah soon, he's going to lose his chance forever. But can he get over his Korean cultural hang-ups in time to make his play for the girl of his dreams? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 72 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.95.

Add to cart CGC 4.0 $290.00 View scans Paper: Off white to white Label #4096604018

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Painted cover. In order of appearance: "Warned Against Her" art by Sam Cooper, reprinted in Love Experiences (1949) #31; "In Debt to Each Other" art by Chuck A. Winter, reprinted in Real Love (1949-56 Ace) #67 and Weird Love (2014 IDW) #8; "I Lied to Keep Him" reprinted in Glamorous Romances (1949) #82; and "No Chance with Men". "Your Charm Guide: Check That Popularity Hazard! Tips on Shoe Buying, Seven Ways to Stay Slender..." text article reprinted as "Glamorizing Yourself..." in Glamorous Romances (1949) #66, "Help Yourself to Allure..." in Love Experiences (1949) #29, and "Don't Handicap Yourself..." in Ten Story Love Vol. 35 (1955) #6. 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Alice Kirkpatrick cover. In order of appearance: "Dangerous Kisses"; "Trapped by Love"; "I Bought a Man"; and "Rodeo Girl". "Your Charm Guide: Truth and Consequences, Pep up Your Life, Break the Ice of Loneliness..." text article reprinted from "The Charm Corner..." in Real Love (1949-56 Ace) #35 and Real Love (1949-56 Ace) #46, and reprinted as "Brighten Your Living..." in Ten Story Love Vol. 34 (1954) #6. 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photo cover. Contains original and reprinted material as noted. In order of appearance: "Easy to Put Off"; "Open to Heartbreak"; "Second Best with Her" reprinted from Love Experiences (1949) #15; and "Love at Your Own Risk" reprinted from Glamorous Romances (1949) #61. "Your Charm Guide, Make the Most of Your Charm: The Secret of Popularity, So You're the Quiet Type, You're a Good Date If..." text article reprinted from "Chats on Charm..." in All Love (1949) #26, "The Charm Corner..." in Real Love (1949-56 Ace) #39, "The Secret of Popularity..." in Ten Story Love Vol. 32 (1953) #2, "Glamorize Yourself..." in Glamorous Romances (1949) #72, and from "Chats on Charm..." in Ten Story Love Vol. 35 (1955) #6. 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photo cover. Contains original and reprinted material as noted. In order of appearance: "Half-Hearted Fiancé"; "Suddenly There Was Love"; "So He'd Forget Her"; and "Not Free to Love" reprinted from Glamorous Romances (1949) #63. "Your Charm Guide: How to Be Photogenic, Ten Secrets of Charm..." text article reprinted from "The Charm Corner..." in Real Love (1949-56 Ace) #29, "Your Charm Guide..." in Love at First Sight (1949) #18, and "Glamorize Yourself..." in Glamorous Romances (1949) #78. 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Volume 23, Issue 1 - June, 1944. 6.75" x 9", 98 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.10.

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Volume 26, Issue 1 - June, 1945. 6.75" x 9", 100 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.15.

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Volume 30, Issue 2 - November, 1946. 6.75" x 9", 100 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.15.

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1st printing. Written by Len Wallace and Michelle Silva. Art by Dave Tunney. What if the one that got away kept coming back? Norm Raymer, an aspiring comic artist, has a turbulent relationship with Maggie. With their passionate ups and downs, is this love, or merely youthful lust? For better or worse, Norm and Maggie must discover whether or not they can ever really make it as a normal couple. Can you really be a normal couple when your whole life is just fodder for your comic book? A new romantic comedy graphic novel for young comic nerds in love. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 168 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $14.95.

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Stories by unknown. Art by Bill Ward and unknown. Featuring: "Dangerous Deception" starring Cora Preston, Jimmy Bell, Kerr Grant, Linda Crane and Stella Sand; "Romance Cottage" starring Ann Brody and Roger Eaton; "Love Under a Cloud" starring Al Pace, Della Morris, Jim Welch, Mr. Morris and Mrs. Vercek; and "Tempest in the Timber" starring Dave Bennett, Mike Peavy, Rusty Rourke and Tom Rourke. Plus: 2-page text story "My Love Confession" starring Dave Rocklin, Ed and Riley. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photo Cover by Len Ufland of Bobbie Moore. Stories by unknown. Art by Reed Crandall, Paul Gustavson? and unknown. Tormented hearts and joyous dreams -- all are present in these dramas of desire! Featuring: "Night of Surrender" starring Bruce Gaines, Mr. Dunson, Mrs. Desser, Polly Long and Wade Hamlin; "Helpless Helen" starring Christie, Helen Carter, Kit, Marge and Walt Byers; "Shackles of Devotion" starring Dr. Dennis Moran, Mrs. Maxwell, Lenore Maxwell and Reverend Hinchley; and "They Called Me Hussy" starring Karen Moore, Mrs. Purdy, Sheldon Drake and Stella Purdy. Plus: 1-page text story "The Love Charm" starring Grace Woolescroft and Harry Lincoln. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photo Cover. Stories by unknown. Art by Charles Quinlan and unknown. She wouldn't stand by and let her man be stolen from her -- not without a fight! Don't miss the heart rendering story of Kaye Warren's bitter battle to win her man in "Flames of Fury," also starring Ronny Stevens, Donald Prescott and Gloria Farnsley. Also featuring "Men Were My Hobby" starring Babs Blanchard, Miss Morgan, Paul Delwood and Todd Morgan and "Stolen Kisses" (pencils by Charles Quinlan) starring Diana Dunlop, Jeff Burton, Peggy Crowder and Colonel Stanley. Plus the retitled reprint story "I Loved an Actor" starring Marcia Farrell, Steve Prince, Hal Gage and E.C. Farrell. And: 1-page text story "A Night to Remember" starring Lenore Grant. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photo Cover. Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. For a while, her head and heart were in the clouds...but she soon realized that she wanted more than a Greek god! Don't miss..."Perfect Male" starring Aunt May, Brad Harrison, Doug Ramsey and Joan Curtis. Also featuring: "Plans for Myself" starring Billie, Neila Stevens, Officer Malloy, Phil Tyler, Rod Bailey and Vince Cantrell; "I Rode the Winner!" starring Brent Harding, Carl, Jill Anderson, Jim Pearson, Marco and Uncle John; and "Stage Door" starring Aunt Hetty, Babs Baker, Jeffrey Horne, Maisie and Ray Jordan. Plus: 1-page text story "Blind Bargain" starring Al Palmer, Grant Guthrie and Julie Apley. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photo Cover of Faith Domergue. Stories by unknown. Art by Bill Ward?, W.G. Hargis?, Little Al, Gene Colan and unknown. She, a lonely widow, did not dare dream of love -- she was forced to choose a man with money! Read..."Johnny Picks a Father" starring Glen Harris, Johnny Shelby, Kaye Shelby, Mrs. Logan and Winfield Grayson, Jr. Also featuring: "No Chance for Kisses" starring Anne Haymes, Mrs. Barker, Nancy Barker and Paul Linter; "Spinster by Choice!" starring Agatha Henry, Bert, Jim Drew, Judith Clark, Penny and Stan Mallory; and "I Was a Third Wheel" starring Beth, Brenda Gibson, Gloria Shields, Marty Coleman and Roger Douglas. Plus: 1-page text story "Be Yourelf [sic]" starring Barry Mathis and Marcia Garson. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photo Cover. Stories by unknown. Art by John Forte, Gene Colan, Bill Ward? and unknown. Featuring: "Laughing Stock" starring Hank Davidson, Mrs. Davidson, Miss Garson, Nan, Sharon Duvall and Shorty; "Love Thief" starring Dr. Yates, Florence Worth, Neil Worth, Paul Tracy and Peggy Williams; and "Million Dollar Baby" starring Jack Wright and Valerie Ladd. Plus: She felt forced to keep her secret love for Don locked forever in her heart! Read..."Hero Worship" starring Betty, Don Stuart, Gail Blair, Jane Landis and Ken. Also: 1-page text story "Just for Spite" starring Billy Hammond, Gale, Marty Parker and Peggy Richmond. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photo Cover. Stories by unknown. Art by Charles Sultan? and unknown. Although Tom accepted her ardent kisses, she knew her love was not wanted! Read..."I Was Reaching for the Moon" starring Ada, Danny Mowbray, Holly Wilson and Tom Hunter. Also featuring: "Wait for Me, Darling" starring Betty Hobson, Dr. Banning, Fred Beale and Rush Larimore; "Be Your Age" starring Don Foster, Mr. Kelsey, Shelby Lewis and Wally Byers; and "I Played the Field" starring Barry Dunlap and Jill Barclay. Plus: 1-page text story "Dream Regained" starring Avis Martin, Bert Powers, Charlie Peck and Kelly Peck. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photo Cover. Stories by unknown. Art by Ogden Whitney, Ruth Atkinson?, Jon Blummer, Leo Morey and unknown. She knows he's not the kind of man she dreamed about -- he's no good -- but in spite of that, she loves him! Don't miss..."I Fell for a No-Good Guy" starring Dave Wilson, Floyd Collins, Lorna Forbes and Marge. Also featuring: "Man-Crazy" starring Dale Medford, Evan Warfield, Joan Danby and Mrs. Danby; "Night of Temptation" starring Ben Travers, Don McMasters, Mrs. Eilers and Nina Travers; and "We Drifted Apart" starring Diane Forrest, Jim Forrest, Lou and Terri Page. Plus: 1-page text story "Jealousy Destroys" starring Janet Morris, Marcie Maddon and Shep Huntley. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Alfred Grenet. Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. Debbie loved Mike, but could he ever understand that Harry needed her? Read..."Off-Beat Romance"! Also featuring: "Staged Wedding" starring Aunt Nora Colby, Emily Ridgeway, Lyle Ridgeway, Nicky Shaw and Sandra Colby; "Kiss of Danger" starring Gail Dumont, Kit Brown, Mr. McRae and Pete Bartel; and "No Cure for Disillusion" starring Carol Oakes, Dr. Vail Thompson, Dr. Vic Campbell and Henry Oakes. Plus: 1-page text story "Man on the Rebound" starring Cathy Miller, Irene Dorn and Ken Walker. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Bernie Krigstein, Mort Leav, Bob Rogers, and Art Peddy. 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). Spurned nurse Vicky infects herself with a dangerous tropical disease to prove her doctor boyfriend's vaccine works, and to prove his love for her as well. Model Kathy breaks up with hometown boyfriend Tommy in favor of fast living with playboy Roger, and soon regrets it. Gloria is attracted to bad boy Don until he takes her hostage during a police chase, in an early story by future EC art legend Bernie Krigstein. I Was Branded a Flirt!; Shall I Pet?; I Wanted Excitement! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Bernie Krigstein, Mort Leav, M. Seymour, and Mort Lawrence. 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). Vacationing at a resort, Laurie pretends to be wealthy to attract rich Ted, but band leader Jock likes her the way she is. Jim is living dangerously when he splits with nurse Victoria to date femme-fatale sculptor Beth. Pathological liar Beth endangers both her romance with Donald and her father's life with her falsehoods, in an early story by future EC art legend Bernie Krigstein. Also, a fitness PSA by Krigstein, for which his wife Natalie served as the model. I Was a Poor Imitation; Girls Who Go Wrong; Man Hungry; Tone Up Time; Approved Doctors Diet; I Was Jealous of My Love; Liar. 52 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Leav, Dorothy Woolfolk, Art Peddy, Ed Robbins, Herb Siegal, Burt Frohman and Mort Lawrence. 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). Aspiring opera singer Mona falls for jazz musician Jerry, but her unrealistic dreams of music stardom drive them apart. Amnesiac Lois learns the truth about her past and her lost love Stephen. Sally is torn between rough-and-tumble Rocky and handsome but deceptive Paul, whom she meets at the country club. Plus "Ray Mann" advises girls not to be a gossip or a "date snatcher." I Lied To My Heart; Miss X: The Girl Without a Past; Be Honest: Are You a Moral Marauder?; Prescription For Happiness; Movie Crazy; I Hated Men. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Leav, Art Peddy, Rafael Astarita and Mort Lawrence. 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). Nouveau riche Linda wants to enter high society and date broker Ellsworth, but after losing her fortune, she learns just how loyal Ellsworth is. Wealthy Pamela whisks doctor Jim into a cushy job without scruples, or his nurse girlfriend Vicky. A coal miner's daughter and the handsome son of the mine's owner are trapped together after a cave-in. Bought Love; She Wanted My Man; Check List For Marriage; A Spot in the Sun; Prescription for Happiness; Stolen Kisses. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Leav, Art Peddy, Rafael Astarita and Mort Lawrence. 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). Stephen breaks up with businesswoman Kathy because she always has to be the boss, even away from the office. Arlene seeks help from "Ray Mann" because her possessive nature drives men away. A mountain-climbing accident helps Francine realize which man she truly loves, but it may be too late. Love Tyrant; Prescription for Happiness; Hardboiled Heart; Is Risking Your Reputation Worth Popularity?; Too Sure of My Man; Sky High Romance. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Leav, Bill Woolfolk, Syd Shores and Mort Lawrence. 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). Mary wants a change from stable boyfriend Bob, but slick Steve is really a con man. Ellen likes to play the field, even though her sister warns her about her "reputation," but that doesn't matter to Harvey. Lorraine is torn between her successful modeling career and her love of hometown lawyer Jim, in a story that takes place in "Gotham City." Imitation of Love; They Called Me Bad; Start Getting the Most Out of Life; Prescription for Happiness; All That Glitters; My Secret Shame; Her Fatal Beauty. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Bill Everett, John Rosenberger and Paul Parker. 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). Janet dates airline mechanic Hal, unaware that he's actually a test pilot, until the dramatic first flight of her father's new plane. Nancy dances in a nightclub and learns hard lessons about love and work, in one of three stories in this issue illustrated by Marvel legend Bill Everett. In another Everett story, fisherman Jim settles down to run a tour-boat business with Meg, until Meg's brother needs rescue from a ship in trouble. Never Love a Pilot!; Too Young For Love; Waiting For Larry; Prescription for Happiness; Love in a Storm; Spoiled Darling. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Dorothy Woolfolk, Henry Fasano 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). Ballet dancer Nina must choose between her childhood sweetheart Bob or her career, but then she gets an offer for a European tour. Shirley's mother tries to sabotage her romance with Ralph because she has abandonment issues. Amy and her chemist father work as migrant field hands for the Shay family orchard, but Amy's father is working on a pesticide that could change their fortunes. Plus a PSA for supporting teachers and education, "The Classroom Secret." Wedding Dress for Sale; Wait for Me, Darling; No More Secrets!; Prescription for Happiness; Mama's Girl; The Wrong Kind of Love; The Classroom Secret. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by John Buscema, Dorothy Woolfolk, Henry Fasano, Bob Rogers 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). Med student John proposes to Gale, but they soon realize that John's family is trying to sabotage the romance, in an early story by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Peggy worries that her secret first marriage will scuttle her romance with handsome Alan, and asks "Ray Mann" for advice. Lois is torn between an exciting life as a nightclub cigarette girl with a jazz musician boyfriend, or a quiet romance in the country with farmer Tom. John's Other Love!; Poor Little Rich Girl!; Prescription for Happiness; Someday I'll Find You!; Make Haste Slowly; Big City Girl. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by John Buscema, John Forte, Vince Alascia, Dorothy Woolfolk, Bill Woolfolk, Bob Rogers, 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). Sharon tries to rush into marriage with tennis star Rudy and risks throwing him off his game, in an early story by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Singer Janice is treated terribly by Tom, but can't bring herself to end the relationship. Doris's habitual lateness threatens both her job and her romance with attorney Jeff. I Loved a No-Good Guy; Jilted!; Prescription for Happiness; A Perfectly Miserable Evening; Love Thief; Too Late for Love! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by John Buscema, Arthur Seymour, Vince Alascia, Miles Cahn, Bill Woolfolk, Bob Rogers, 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). Stephen is torn between steady Beth and exciting bad girl Roxy, in an early story by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Movie star Lily tries to control the image and behavior of her daughter Jane, but Jane is ready to be her own woman. Kathy has daddy issues and mistrusts men, but Denis tries to love her anyway. Wanted: A Man of My Own; They Called Me Plain Jane; Prescription for Happiness; Journey to Romance; Secrets from a Love Diary; Bewitched; I Belong to You. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Lawrence, Syd Shores, Vince Alascia, Miles Cahn, Bill Woolfolk, Dorothy 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). Poverty-stricken Bess is torn between gangster Tony and cop Joe, until her brother's life hangs in the balance. Laura marries for money, leaving her unprepared for both her husband's dreams and his financial hardships. Gale prefers to play the field with men, even plotting to set up her boating boyfriend Barry with her friend Nancy. Back Alley Girl; I Married for Money!; How to Get a Man and Hold Him!; Prescription for Happiness; Man Crazy!; I Was a Slave to Tradition! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Paul Parker, John Forte, Vince Alascia, Chuck Miller, Bill Woolfolk, Dorothy Woolfolk, Bob Rogers 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). Farmer's daughter Johanna runs off to the city with traveling salesman Frank, but Frank's wife is the punchline of that joke. As the Korean War heats up, Lorraine and her sister June must each deal with the consequences of the draft for the men they love. Betty's compulsive-shopping problem threatens to ruin both her job and her romance with Don. Betrayed; They Called Me Spitfire; Secrets From a Love Diary; Prescription for Happiness; Lonely for Love; I Was a Spendthrift! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Harry Anderson, 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). Naive Ellen has to grow up fast when she's romantically torn between Howie and his brother Bruce. Party girl Tess seeks advice from "Ray Mann" in convincing Andy that she's ready to settle down. Betty has a fear of giving birth after her sister's death, but new husband Stanley wants a family. A Tease; First Date; Prescription for Happiness; Afraid To Be a Wife. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart FR 1.0 $44.00 View scan 6.5" Cumulative spine split. Cover coming loose at one staple. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor. Other items consigned by TheGoodOlDays

Stories and art by Bill Woolfolk and others. 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). Anne is dating nerdy Martin, but secretly seeing bad boy Fred on the side. Sisters Alice and Elaine come into conflict over Elaines fiance Ben. Lila tries to manipulate Barry with phony tears and emotional neediness, but eventually, he's had enough. My Savage Love!; My Sister's Shadow!; Prescription for Happiness; I Was a Sensitive Soul. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart VG+ 4.5 $400.00 View scans Staple rust. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor. Other items consigned by TheGoodOlDays

Stories and art by Syd Shores, Al Gordon, Rocco Mastroserio, Harry Anderson, Mort Leav and Bob Rogers. 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). Waitress Betsy falls for Chad, who owns the diner where she works, but Chad only has eyes for chorus girl Sharon. Karen is so tightfisted with her money that it drives her fiance Donald to break it off with her. Socially awkward Mary doesn't know how to approach Kevin at office get-togethers. Wake Up and Love!; A Penny For My Heart!; Prescription for Happiness; The Loneliest Girl in Town! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart GD 2.0 $175.00 View scan Water damage. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

Add to cart GD 2.0 $225.00 View scan Water damage. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor. Other items consigned by TheGoodOlDays

Cover by John Buscema. Stories and art by John Buscema, Ed Robbins, 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). Carhop Linda falls for busboy Rick, but he's secretly wealthy, in an early story (and cover) by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Socially awkward Nella wants to break out of her shell, but aggressive Johnny is the wrong guy for her. Nan and Judy set their sights on college hunks Glenn and Alex. Weekend of Shame; Cupid's Little Helper!; Secrets From a Love Diary; Prescription for Happiness; Open Season for Romance! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart GD+ 2.5 $150.00 View scan 1/2" Spine split from bottom. Cover detached at one staple. Water spotting. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor. Other items consigned by TheGoodOlDays

Add to cart FR/GD 1.5 $82.00 View scan Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

Cover by John Buscema. Stories and art by John Buscema, Bill Woolfolk, Harry Anderson, Syd Shores 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). Viola drives away everyone with her withering commentary, including her boyfriend, in an early story (and cover) by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Shelley falls for fun-loving Dennis, but his irresponsible nature gets her fired from the bank. Cruise passenger Lisa falls for ship steward Jeff, but he makes some unfortunate assumptions about her motives. Darling, Theres No Tomorrow!; A Heart Like Stone!; Secrets from a Love Diary; Prescription for Happiness; Passions Whirlpool! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.