Comic books in 'Romance'

Cover art by Al Avison. Too Many Boyfriends; Carol C. had three boys in love with her which was great for her until she had to decide who would take her to the prom. He Hypnotized My Heart!; Alice Clark's father was a night station manager and her mother worked during the day so one of them was always asleep, which made it difficult to have her friends over. I Had To Choose Between L'Amour or Love!; Nancy had dated Gordon steadily, but something was missing; All he wanted to do was go to movies and baseball games, and she wanted more. They Laughed At My Sweatheart!, art by Ray Bailey; Linda was always one of the more popular girls, and when she went to a barn dance outside of Riverside, she had to work to ward off guys. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Al Avison. Stories and art by Warren Kremer, Lee Elias and Jack Kamen. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Jo marries struggling artist Grant against her family's wishes, but their life together is one of strife and jealousy. A love triangle develops between roller-derby teammates Carl, Margery and Edith, in a story written when that sport was new. Vivian goes to a masquerade party to test Gary's love for her, in one of two stories by EC legend Jack Kamen. Very Personally Yours; Framed By Love; My Dream Came True!; I Played A Dangerous Game; Love Laughs; Blonde Crazy. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Al Avison. Hidden Heartbreak; Kathie Thomas thought that her dreams had come true when she was hired as the personal secretary for Patricia Harlow, one of the top dress buyers in the city. My Untamed Heart, art by Tom Hickey; Parkville was a quaint New England town full of history; Some of the new history was the romance between Judy Dunn and Lee Sanders that was going great until Peter Byrnes arrived to write a book on the history of the town. Broadway Lights, art by Bill Draut; Jennie Traynor loved to dance, and dreamed of being on the big stage. Treacherous Kisses; Jean Davies is the daughter of the mayor's daughter and always in the public eye; too much so if you ask her father, who insists that she stop being the headline in Burt Medford's gossip column. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Al Avison and Joe Certa. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Rebellious Jeanie falls for handsome Craig, but he turns out to be a heel. Like many stories of this period, this one is reprinted from an earlier issue, but has been revised in the wake of the Comics Code to tone down any salacious elements, including changes to Jeanie's dresses. Fran suspects Ted is only dating her to advance his career at her dad's store. Spoiled rich girl Bette dates other men after a tiff with her boyfriend. My Rebellious Heart; Rate Your Date-Ability; Jealousy; Bargain Counter Wife; Love Thief; Out of Bounds; Our Lonely Hearts; Another Cinderella. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Lee Elias and Bob Powell. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Sylvia is torn between her reliable boyfriend and a good-looking rebel. When Brad is charged with a crime, Ellen can provide his all-night alibi, but if she does, her reputation will be destroyed. Elsa finds out the boy she loves was just stringing her along. Plus a quiz to determine if it's really love, featuring whimsical illustrations by Lee Elias. Torn Between Loves; Test for True Love; They Laughed at Me!; My Big Story; Shadow of Love; I Betrayed My Heart; Double in Hearts!; His Love Was a Lie. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories reprinted from Hi-School Romance #22. "Newspaper Stranger," art by Jack Sparling; Gary Palmer arrives in the California mountains to write a story on a festival celebrating their Spanish heritage; The school assigns Rita, their best history student, to explain their local customs to Gary; Rita and Gary fall madly in love but he has contempt for the sleepy town. "Hero's Girl" text story. "Tease!", art by Bob Powell; Some girls are cautious with their kisses, but Janie Carson was very generous and was the most popular girl at East High School; When she decides to run for class president, she finds her opponent is a new student, Walt Paine. "I Fell in Love with My History Teacher" text story (reprinted from Hi-School Romance #2), art by Bob Powell. "I Wanted Happiness"; Kay dates Stan Dryden, a much older man who her friend warns is not the marrying kind; The two date against her parents wishes and face her father's wrath when they arrive home; Stan temporarily calms the father down but soon keeps Kate out too late and is forbidden from seeing her; That night Kay sneaks out of the house as the couple race across state lines where Kay expects to be married. "Words Of Love" text story. "Flight From Heartbreak," art by John Sink; Greatly affected by her parent's divorce when she was five Helen avoided romantic relations until Dean Randall came to town. Dean had every girl's heart fluttering; Helen's friend Trudy was his first date and she fell head-over-heels for him; Dean soon called on Helen and she accepted; They became a steady item until she felt trapped and suddenly broke it off. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover art by John Sink. Summer Song, art by John Sink; While swimming across the lake, Ginny has a cramp; Luckily, Pete Howard was in a rowboat and saved her. House ad for Harvey's line of romance comics: First Love, Hi-School Romance, Love Problems, and First Romance. No Greater Love, art by Bob Powell; Charlie Thomas had dated May Wilson for several weeks, and was always impressed with her maturity. First Love, art by Tom Hickey; Jackie Lang had always wanted to act, but was also too self-conscious to go on stage; When Allan Brady, the new drama teacher, held auditions, she reluctantly tried out, and won the starring role. Love Without Honor, art by Tom Hickey; Donna Blake was hopelessly in love with Bill Carson, but she was a plumber's daughter and Bill's father, Jeb, was a wealthy land developer. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Al Avison. Nocturne, art by John Prentice; Dede Fleming had spent her life working with Professor Stern to become a concert violinist and was at the peak of her success. Devoted Moments, art by Bob Powell; Louise Dall's father was the owner of a large lumber company having large financial problems; He called her to go to Maine to help and she asked her wealthy fiancé, Brad Walters to come along. House ad for Harvey's upcoming line of romance comics: First Love #57, Love Problems & Advice #36, Hi-School Romance #49, First Romance #36 and True Brides' Experiences #14. Outsider, art by Bill Draut; "Okies" was another name for American gypsies; migrant workers who followed the crops; That was what the Parsons family did, and Marcy hated that life even though Jim, her friend since childhood, encouraged her to dream. I Lied To My Love, art by Al Avison; Ann had "made it"; She was attending Mardsley, one of the most fashionable private schools in the country; But she quickly saw that being there was not enough. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Al Avison. Stories and art by Bill Draut and Joe Certa. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Struggling actress Eve learns that her ambitious ex-friend Claire has designs on her boyfriend Scott. Farm girl Janie feels excluded from her peers at school because of her plain clothing and heavy workload, but at least Lanny seems to like her. May's dedication to work gets her a stand-offish reputation that undermines her desire to win Bill's love. My Shattered Love; I Was A Misfit!; Nobody's Sweetheart; Brief Enchantment; No Other Love; Dare I Marry This Man?; My Friendly Enemy. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bob Powell, Tom Hickey and Lee Elias. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Fran doesn't tell handsome junior executive Jim that she's only sixteen, and he's not happy when he finds out. Thrill-seeking Debbie dates classmate Johnnie because of his car, but gets a rep as a fast girl, in a story with some cool car art by Bob Powell. Marian gives up boy-next-door Bob for freewheeling writer David, but her friends and family think that's a mistake. Made for Each Other; Price Tag on Love; My Heart's Desire!; I'm Bored!; Heartbreak; A Fool in Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Al Avison. Stories and art by Bob Powell and others. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Lois gets together with handsome campus jock Pete, but she's afraid he only sees her as a "petting partner." Ann falls hard for football star Rick, but she just can't seem to get his attention. Struggling art student Kit finds a job and love on a department store's marketing team. Second String Sweetheart; Just One More Kiss!; Hand-me-down Lover; Prelude to Tears; I'll Always Love You; For Pete's Sake! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover art by Al Avison. Stories reprinted from Hi-School Romance #24. "Sham," art by Bob Powell; Marge was from the wrong side of the tracks and wealthy Sally Croft would never let her forget it; One day Alan Grafton, a wealthy school mate, offered to drive Marge home; They dated but always went out to remote places. Marge was furious when she learned that Alan asked Sally to the dance because his parents expected him to date someone in her class. "Pointers on Poise"; Tips on when and how to use poise, one of the most valuable of all charm traits. "One Night of Danger," art by John Sink; Pat liked Johnny Blaine but was not ready to go steady, especially when Mike Morse offered a ride in his new car; Pat thrived on attention and to make Johnny jealous she accepted Mike's invitation to the dance; Afterwards they drove off to be alone and kissed; When Pat asked Mike to stop, it threw him into a rage; Driving wildly, he hit a man. "Stolen Moments"; Tom McCoy was the youngest and best looking teacher on campus; After class Janet Lansing stayed behind to speak to Tom; Sparks flew and they kissed but Tom withdrew, insisting a relationship between student and teacher was impossible. "My First Romance" text story. "The Bitter Truth," art by Bill Draut. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories reprinted from Hi-School Romance #27. "No Place to Go," pencils by Bob Powell; After Jean's mother had died, Pop promised he would protect her and he was certain that Bill was after nothing more than Jean's kisses; After the two snuck out to discuss their love, Pop had the police find them; But when Jean goes to the rooftop to ask God why he had forsaken Bill and her, Pop realizes they are truly in love and goes to get Bill. "Career Crazy" text story. "Fun in Fads"; Fads to show the two of you are together: matching cotton shirts, stuffed animals, dog collars, fly swatter and a fur choker with your guys name on it. "Love Needs No Alibis," pencils by Al Avison; While Steve was twenty-one and working in construction, Vickie was only seventeen and still in high school; They loved each other, but Steve's insecurity made him insanely jealous. "Unlucky to Love"; Edna had only brought bad luck to the men she loved; George Parrish failed his exam after Edna broke his glasses; Phil Walker was disfigured by a horrible accident in chemistry class; Bert Norden was in the hospital for months after a tragic motorcycle accident. "Graduation Day" text story. "Reckless Boy... No Kisses!", art by Ray Bailey; Janet had developed a reputation as being "fast and loose" but decided to change her ways by finding a job; Through the classifieds, she met Tom Weldon who was taking care of his much younger brother and sister after his parents had died. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby. Stories and art by Ray Bailey, Tom Hickey and Al Avison. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Marcy becomes the town's bad girl, and causes a scandal by dating multiple men. Relocating from a small town to New York, Valerie sets out to prove that she can have any man she wants. Peggy is pursued by a man she doesn't want, as she pursues a man who doesn't want her. Plus a cover by comics legend Jack Kirby, king of the romance comics at the time. Someone to Love!; Marry Me Quick; Shape Up for a Show; Easy to Love; Hidden Love; Brains of Brawn; Runaway! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby. Stories and art by Jack Kirby and Bob Powell. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Marcy's new classmates can't let her forget that she's the child of migrant workers, in a story that reveals the social structures of the post-WWII era. Lorna dances to forget being abandoned by her father and swears never to fall for any man, until she meets Larry. Teen Mary weds much older Emil to escape her abusive family, but then she meets handsome Don, who is her own age. Plus a quiz about popularity (that's really about good behavior). This issue's reprinted stories include at least one new panel by comics legend Jack Kirby (p. 4, panel 3), probably to make the story compliant with the new Comics Code. Plus a cover by Kirby, the king of the romance comics at the time. Scandalous; The Typical Bachelor; Popularity Quiz; I Dared to Hope; Rendezvous with Youth; Nothing Like A College Man; Return to Heartbreak. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby. Stories and art by Bill Draut and Bob Powell. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Ann finds love and friends at an exclusive private school, but feels she must hide her nouveau riche background from new beau Tony. Jeanie runs with a fast crowd in order to be near Biff. Troubled Nancy becomes a kleptomaniac, but Perry helps her realize she can deal with her problems another way. Plus a cover by comics legend Jack Kirby, the king of the romance comics at the time. Rage of Night; Ashamed to Love; Jane Learns-What Every Girl Should Know About Skin Care; Trapped by Design; Tempted!; Glamor; All the Answers! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by John Prentice, Warren Kremer, Ray Bailey and Bob Powell. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. In the world of 1950s hot-rod racing, a volatile love triangle develops between Vic, May and Hank. Patti gets a factory job and begins a romance with plant foreman Larry, but he doesn't realize she's still in high school. Helen masquerades as her cousin to play tennis at a country club, but soon falls for tennis pro Tom. Plus a cover that may be the work of comics legends Jack Kirby and Joe Simon. Love Me Tonight; Perfect Love; Sewing Strategy!; Without Regrets; Kid Stuff!; My Lonely Heart; Stolen Dream. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Jack Sparling. Puppy Love, art by Manny Stallman; Jerry was the boy next door who grew up next to Sue...and was hopelessly in love with her; But Sue had fallen in love with handsome Dave Moran, her father's prize student. Love Can't Be Bad, art by Bob Powell; Ellen Wilson was a sickly child who didn't do well in school; And even when her health improved she remained an "Ugly Duckling"; So, she took matters in her own hands dressing provocatively, and going further than other girls. Meant For Each Other, art by Tom Hickey; With her father's illness, Meg gives up her social life and help support the family by working as a model at the local dress shop and for artist Greg Davis. House ad for the upcoming issue of First Romance #43. Jeannie's Man, art by Ray Bailey; Jeannie Evans had been the class President and the most popular girl in school...until she moved in the middle of her senior year; At the new school, she was alone until she met Ted Keating. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover art by Al Avison. To Find My Love, art by Bill Draut; Jeff and Laurie had a very emotional relationship, but while she worked hard studying art, Jeff played. One More Time, art by John Prentice; May was beautiful, and worried that all the men in her life loved her for that physical attribute alone; But, then she met Ted, the only man who did not spend every night extolling her beauty. House ad for Harvey's upcoming line of romance comics including: First Love #71, Love Problems and Advice Illustrated #45 (which was never published), Hi-School Romance #58, First Romance #43 and True Bride-To-Be Romances #21. Burning Memory, art by Ray Bailey; Holly Talbert had kept the secret that her mother was a thief and in prison to herself for years. Search for Love, art by Bob Powell; Pamela had hoped to go to college and escape her dreary summer job working in the office of the coal mine. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover art by Al Avison. Resort Romeo, art by John Prentice; June Baker and her mother manage a summer resort, the only thing her father left them after his death. House Ad for True Bride-to-Be Romance 22. Yesterday's Love, art by Al Avison; Carla has been dating Bern Madsen, and she is ready to marry him but still thinks of Jeff Condon, a pilot she met while he was on furlough from Korea. House ad for First Love 24, Love Problems and Advice Illustrated 49, Hi-School Romance 61, First Romance 44, and True Bride-to-Be Romances 22. School Boy, art by Bill Draut; Sharon hates watching her sister Elaine suffer through, married to Phil who "gets by" working at a gas station. First Claim on Him, art by Bob Powell; Judy works at the Hi School Music Shop, and was intently listening to the new record by Joe Banner, when he enters the store. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover art by Al Avison. Too Young, art by Al Avison; Wendy and Eric meet on the beach during a New England summer; Following a whirlwind romance, they elope and marry. Lost Love; Even though Nancy Harris was a year younger, she planned to marry Ben Carter after high school. House ad promoting First Love 74, True Love Problems and Advice Illustrated 49, Hi-School Romance 61, First Romance 64, and True Bride-to-Be Romances 23. All in Fun; All Sandy can think of is applying to medical school, but Ginny Ross wants excitement; After breaking up with Sandy, Ginny starts seeing Bix, the wild, carefree guy with no ambition. Love Without Honor, art by Tom Hickey; Donna Blake was hopelessly in love with Bill Carson, but she was a plumber's daughter and Bill's father, Jeb, was a wealthy land developer. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Jack Sparling and Al Avison. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Diner waitress Lucy is torn between her boss Carl and trucker Sam, but then Sam asks her to do something she just can't do - steal from Carl. Dale falls for a sailor, but her jilted aunt warns her that sailors will only break your heart. Joyce finds love while acting in a summer-stock show, but soon learns that showbiz is a harsh mistress. Plus a cover that may be the work of comics legend Joe Simon. Helpmate; Warned Against Him; Picnic Date; Backstage Love; I Mortgaged My Heart! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Lee Elias and John Sink. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Carol discovers that her man-crazy friend Arlene has set her sights on her boyfriend, handsome Steve. Nona dreams of a man who will take her away from her puritanical grandparents so she can enjoy life. Debbie is so obsessed with new clothes that she risks losing her beau, Chet. Plus a cover that may be the work of comics legend Joe Simon. Man Chaser; I Had Wedding Day Jitters; The Real Thing; Shattered Dream; Clothes Crazy. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Tom Hickey, Jack Sparling, John Sink and Bob Powell. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Gail is torn between Frank, whom she loves, and Ron, who offers security. Champion roller-derby girl Connie is torn between handsome coach Don and even more handsome fan Michael, in a story written when roller derby was still a new concept. Ginny attends a masquerade party to secretly woo her boss Ted, but dreads what will happen when he learns her identity. I Schemed Against Love; Double in Hearts; Dangerous Deception!; Outside, Looking In; Spring Fever; Fool's Paradise. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Tom Hickey, Jack Sparling, John Sink and Bob Powell. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Stella's honeymoon with Ralph at a romantic resort is ruined when Ralph reveals he'd been there before with someone else. Lucia feels she must hide her background as the child of Italian immigrants from her new boyfriend Dick. Nina is torn between her career as a nurse and a marriage proposal from George. Schoolboy Crush!; Brains or Brawn; I Was Ashamed of My Parents; Wrong Prescription for Love; I Was a Failure on My First Date. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Bob Powell and others. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Debbie falls for her buddy Russ, but finds herself trapped in the friendzone. Gloria is torn between handsome Kip and nerdy Mark, until a student council election forces her to make a choice. Naive Cindy feels the Earth move during a party game of Spin the Bottle, but she doesn't know the identity of the lucky boy she kissed. City girl Marion feels country boy Jack is too fresh when they meet in a haystack, but she warms to him after he works bare-chested in her family's yard. Suspicious Of Love!; In Love; I Flattered Men; A Kiss To Remember; Lovable Yokel!; Hi-School Hi-Spots. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Al Avison. The Outsider, art by Lee Elias; When Claire moved to a new school, she began dating Larry and tried hard to fit in with the friends in his clique. The Taming of a Tomboy, art by Tom Hickey; Donna was the school's best female athlete, but she was really crazy about swing music and wanted to learn to play the trumpet so she could play in a band. Could I Love a "Bad Guy"?, art by John Sink; Before he went into the service, everyone thought George was a misfit. Dancing Date, art by Bob Powell; Sally and Bobby had just decided to go steady, but at the dance Sally only wants to dance with Dick. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover art by Al Avison. Odd Girl Out, pencils by Al Avison, inks by Warren Kremer; Enid, the school's champion swimmer, has always liked Brad, but he is going steady with Sally. My Sister's Husband, art by Al Avison; Ruth lived with her sister Ginny and her husband Spence, but all was not going well for the married couple. House ad for Harvey's line of romance comics: First Love #82, True Love #48, Hi-School Romance #69, First Romance #48, and True Bride-To-Be Romances #26. My Answer!, art by John Sink; Gladys never thought that when she took the job as Dr. Henry Norman's assistant that she would end up engaged to him; Her euphoria was broken one day when she came in to help Henry with an experiment. Not Good Enough - For Me!, art by Tom Hickey; In Europe, Stella's family had been royalty and her mother resents that she has lost all of that by coming to America. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Bob Powell and others. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Fred and Bob are perplexed by June, who seems to have completely different personalities depending on which one of them she's around. A socially awkward "wallflower" has a plan that brings her romance and popularity…in the worst way. Lois tries to help Mac recover his courage and his pilot's license, but first they must clear up some confusion about Bud, the other man in her life. I Was A Wallflower; The Cowboy and the Co-Ed; I Loved A Coward; My Friendly Enemy; Wishing Well. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bob Powell and others. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Quiz-show champ Aline is at a loss for words when it comes to impressing handsome Tony. A land dispute causes Ruth's dad to demand that she stop seeing Ted, the man she loves. Nerdy Della knows she's the only one who really loves Gary, but she can't steal his attention away from the fun-loving girls around him. Plus a cover that may be the work of comics legend Joe Simon. The Quiz Queen; I Longed for Love!; My Love was Forbidden!; One Sided Love; Know Your Own Mind! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. In an unusual story, an amnesiac woman found on the docks is taken in by the waterfront folk and transformed into torch singer Chichi. A jilted woman decides to take out her hatred of men on the next one who comes along. Joan decides that if she's going to be hurt by love, it might as well be with a rich guy. Plus a cover that may be the work of comics legend Joe Simon. Nobody's Girl; Sunday Rendezvous; Jilted; One Crippled for Life; Too Lonely to Care; This Girl's Going Places!; The Truth Hurts. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Al Avison. A romance comic from Harvey, as the teens of the 1950s explore the new world of dating. Kit is torn between Ed and Paul, but a house fire helps her decide which one truly loves her. Sally pretends to be a musical expert to win musician Paul, but soon becomes attracted to her own musical tutor, Steve. Judy has mixed feelings when she learns her childhood sweetheart Roy has become engaged. Available; Is He Too Old for Me?; Always Sorry; Undying Love; Long-shot at Love! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Al Avison. Nineteen and - Never Been Kissed!, art by Doug Wildey; Myrna Drake is the life of every Farnham College party and tries to set up her roommate, Prissy Macklin, for some fun. Ad for Romance Stories of Love #50. Ad for First Love #86. Wally's Girl; Wally Montel met Lucy Barton when he was nine; After grammar school, they saw little of each other until high school, when Wally interrupted Mike Beeler harassing Lucy in the hallway between class. My Tell-Tale Diary, art by Lee Elias; Married on her eighteenth birthday, Nora and her new husband Jim Brex travel to a resort for their honeymoon. My Souvenir of Love, pencils by Al Avison, inks by Warren Kremer; Cynthia and Anne had been friends for years until Larry Benton started attending the same high school; Larry fell hard for Anne, giving her a gold locket. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

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Sacrifice; Cathy was afraid she wouldn't know love when it came to her! Selfish; Was she ashamed of him?...or ashamed of herself for being in love with him? I Was Nobody's Baby; She was an orphan...that's why she wanted so desperately to be somebody's wife. My Ticket To Romance!, pencils by Lee Elias; When a rookie policeman is assigned to the high school beat, where he saves Julia from being hit by a car. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Second Best Beau; He never asked to be number one...how he felt about it was something else again! Shallow Triumph; He would win her love and then lose it again! He knew it would be this way until she found someone else! I Tried To Elope; Love can be so deep at fifteen...why couldn't our parents understand that? Too Shy For Love; Only on the stage could she speak those tender words! It was as if she had a secret love! 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Tom Hickey, Doug Wildey, Paul Reinman, Al Camy, Warren Kremer, and Lee Elias. A romance anthology from Harvey, featuring stories from its 1950s teen romance comics. Betty is happy to be considered an outsider from the rest of the school cliques, but her boyfriend doesn't feel the same way. Rookie cop Paul falls for Julia after saving her from a potentially deadly accident. Myrna offers to let her friend Priscilla "borrow" her boyfriend to get over her fear of dating, in one of two stories illustrated by legendary artist Doug Wildey. Also featuring vintage articles and advice that showcase dating attitudes of the 1950s, including tips on parties, clothing, diet, poise and even finding a husband. Plus a cover that may be the work of comics legend Joe Simon. Popularity Quiz; Sacrifice; How To Plan a Party; Too Tall for Romance?; Selfish; My Heart's Desire!; I Was Nobody's Baby; My Ticket To Romance!; Strange Romantic Customs ; What to Wear; Hi-School Hi-Spots ; Nineteen -- And Never Been Kissed; Our Lonely Hearts; Miracle of Love; Wally's Girl; Rate Your Date-Ability!; Rx for Popularity; My Tell-Tale Diary; My Souvenir of Love; Test For True Love; Commencement Day...; Pointers on Poise; Color Clues! 64 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

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Stories and art by Bob Powell and Matt Baker. A romance anthology from Harvey, featuring stories from its 1950s teen romance comics. Actress Kate falls for director Lon while auditioning for the lead in the school play, but it looks like prima donna Lola is going to steal both from her. A woman feels drawn to a man she sees every day, even though she doesn't know him, in a story by comics legend Matt Baker. Teens Johnny and Marsha decide to elope when their parents won't let them marry, but the resulting trip proves they're really not ready. Also featuring vintage articles and advice that showcase dating attitudes of the 1950s. Plus a cover that may be the work of comics legend Joe Simon. Too Shy for Love; If We Should Ever Meet; Three's a Crowd in Love; Shallow Triumph; I Tried to Elope; Stranded; I Was a Lovesick Fan; Hi-School Hi-Spots; Second Best Beau. 64 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

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Stories and art by Tom Hickey, Jack Sparling, Warren Kremer, Bob Powell and Doug Wildey. A romance anthology from Harvey, featuring stories from its 1950s teen romance comics. Stella's honeymoon with Ralph at a romantic resort is ruined when Ralph reveals he'd been there before with someone else. Lucia feels she must hide her background as the child of Italian immigrants from her new boyfriend Dick. Nina is torn between her career as a nurse and a marriage proposal from George. Also featuring vintage articles and advice that showcase dating attitudes of the 1950s. Plus a cover that may be the work of comics legend Joe Simon. Lip Service; Walk Out Smiling; A Night to Be Loved; Somebody Elses Girl; No Wedding Ring For Me!; Schoolboy Crush!; I was Ashamed of My Parents; What Do Boys Think of Girls?; Wrong Prescription for Love; I Was a Failure on My First Date! Final issue of the series. 64 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

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Volume 1 - 1st Printing. Written by Shimesaba. Art and Cover by Imaru Adachi. Character Design by booota. Yoshida is just your average salaryman, drowning his tears in booze. On his way home one night, he finds a runaway high school girl sitting on the street. She offers to sleep with him in exchange for a place to stay -- but he more honorably offers her work instead. A rom-com between the most unbalanced couple you'll ever find! Softcover, 5-in x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.95.

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Volume 2 - 1st Printing. Written by Shimesaba. Art and Cover by Imaru Adachi. Character Design by booota. Sayu, a runaway girl now living with Yoshida the salaryman, oversees Yoshida's coworker Mishima hugging him in front of the station. Unable to understand her emotions, Sayu runs off to the park alone, in tears. She hears a voice calling out to her... and it's Mishima!?! Softcover, 5-in x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.95.

This item was sent out to members of the media to promote Touchstone Pictures' "High Fidelity" starring John Cusack, Iben Hjejle, and Jack Black. It includes a synopsis, list of characters, promotional information, and introduction to the actors. Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 24 pages, B&W.

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Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia and Joe Gill. Teen love drama that showcases the social mores and concerns of its time and place, often featuring early art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. A principal tells the story of forbidden love between a teacher and a student, in a story that is a product of its times. Hal and his sister Tina hang out at the local "teen canteen," but his fears about her new boyfriend Fred are confirmed when Fred wants to elope. Helen and Penny expect proposals when visiting their boyfriends at the military academy, but they find dismaying rumors instead. Plus a PSA urging high-school students to consider college, and a short comics biography of pop singer Paul Anka. Teacher's Secret: The Teacher-Student Scandal; Something to Think About; Run-Away Kisses; The Empty Room. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani and Joe Gill. Teen love drama that showcases the social mores and concerns of its time and place, often featuring early art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Classmates wonder why Helen never dates boys, but it's because her embittered Aunt Mary instilled a hatred of men in her from a young age. Milly falls for Dennis, but he's put off by her reputation as a "bad girl." Jan gets caught cheating on exams and her whole world collapses, in a 1950s cautionary tale. The Forbidden Subject; Bad Girl; Stolen Love; I Was a Cheat; He's Not for Me! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani and Joe Gill. Teen love drama that showcases the social mores and concerns of its time and place, often featuring early art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Teenage Ethel and Danny want to elope - but is that really the best idea? Seeking a theatrical career, Doris falls for manipulative producer Ross. Vikki meets Ralph on a teen-dance TV show, but soon realizes he's different when the cameras are off. Plus etiquette variations around the world. Too Many Sweethearts; Elopement; The Road to Romance; Confidentially Yours; Dance to Strange Music! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, Charles Nicholas, and Joe Gill. Teen love drama that showcases the social mores and concerns of its time and place, often featuring early art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Donna falls for Alex, but her parents don't approve because of his "foreign" background, in a story that's a product of its times. Joan changes her attitude to be more popular with boys, but Paul is concerned about her resulting "reputation," in the third story in three issues on this topic. Judy's new to Florida, and her parents don't want her dating Native American Hal - but when an alligator attacks, Hal is there to save her. Plus educational pages on genetics vs. environment and the meaning of love. They Didn't Understand; What Is Love?; My Reputation; What Is a School?; My Empty Heart; Dance to Strange Music!; What Am I? 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, and Joe Gill. Teen love drama that showcases the social mores and concerns of its time and place, often featuring early art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Wealthy, beautiful Alice says things like, "Going steady slows a girl down! Life's too short! I want to cram in all the thrills there are while I'm still young enough to get a kick out of them!" in another bad-reputation cautionary tale. Milly dates leather-jacketed bad boy Hank, but when she wants to break it off to date straight-arrow Ben, Hank doesn't take it well. Bob falls for pretty substitute teacher Helen. Plus the etiquette of blind dates, circa 1960. Hit and Run; Boy Crazy; Teen-Age Etiquette; Teacher's Pet; Stolen Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani and Joe Gill. Teen love drama that showcases the social mores and concerns of its time and place, often featuring early art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Linda schemes to meet her new neighbor Marla so she can steal away Marla's handsome boyfriend. Helen falls for handsome but socially inept farmboy Johnny, but tragedy awaits. Loris goes all aflutter when she calls Gladys and Gladys's handsome cousin Jack picks up the phone. When Wrong Was Right; Tears in My Heart; Tonight Is Ours; Teen-Age Talks!; The Night My Love Died; Love Cheat! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by John Tartaglione and Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, Charles Nicholas, John Tartaglione and Dick Giordano. Teen love drama that showcases the social mores and concerns of its time and place, often featuring early art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Kay and Bill meet in the library and hit it off, but when his grades start to suffer, she wonders if she should break up with him for his future's sake. Nora goes to Colorado for health reasons and meets handsome Ron, but she's torn by her commitment to hometown boyfriend Frank. After false charges send her father to prison, Sue decides to get revenge on the handsome son of the man who accused him. Forever and a Day; Revenge Is Sweet; Sharing; Take My Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, and Sal Gentile. Teen love drama that showcases the social mores and concerns of its time and place, often featuring early art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Lucy ignores advice and follows her heart, only to end up in a police station regretting her choices. Marge isn't sure if she is in love with Dave, and then strange visions of her grandmother's life and love send her into Somewhere in Time territory. Plus a three-page comics history of perfume and its use by "smart women" through the ages, in a story that is truly a product of its times. I Was a Teen-Age Fool; That Certain Something; Life Loses to Love; I Count the Tears. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, Charles Nicholas and Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio. Teen love drama that showcases the social mores and concerns of its time and place, often featuring early art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Newly arrived in New York City, Janie falls for bad boy Bengal, head of the Tigers gang, which alarms her parents and teachers. A woman is taken in by her aunt, and feels ashamed of her secret love of her aunt's handsome husband. After Bill suddenly kisses Amy on a construction site in front of everyone, Amy isn't sure how she feels about that. Guilty; Sudden Kiss; The Cheat; Never Love A Tiger. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.