Comic books in 'Romance'

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Ayuko Hatta. After missing out on love because she was too shy to confess her feelings, high school student Satomi blurts out how she feels the next time she gets a crush-and it's to her impossibly handsome schoolmate Yagyu! To her surprise, he agrees to date her. Now that Satomi's suddenly in a relationship, what next? Softcover, 192 pages, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and Art by Ayuko Hatta. After missing out on love because she was too shy to confess her feelings, high school student Satomi blurts out how she feels the next time she gets a crush-and it's to her impossibly handsome schoolmate Yagyu! To her surprise, he agrees to date her. Now that Satomi's suddenly in a relationship, what next? Softcover, 192 pages, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Ayuko Hatta. Summertime by the seaside, a heart-throbbing date, and a first sleepover... After getting a direct blast of romance from Yagyu, Satomi's heart is reaching its limit! Softcover, 192 pages, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Add to cart Very Fine $9.49

1st printing. Collects Imperial (2014 Image) #1-4. Will Mark take the ring of Katie - the woman who has chosen him to be her life-long soul mate? Or will Mark take the crown of Imperial - the hero who has selected him as mankind's next protector? IMPERIAL is a revealing, romantic comedy buddy book with commitment issues (and bonus material) from STEVEN T. SEAGLE (it's a bird..., GENIUS), MARK DOS SANTOS, BRAD SIMPSON, and THOMAS MAUER. Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $14.99.

Cover by Jack Kirby and John Prentice. Stories and art by Jack Kirby and Mort Meskin. Romance comics from Mainline, the publisher founded by romance pioneers Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, creators of Captain America. Rookie baseball player Warren and Patty, daughter of the team's owner, begin a tempestuous romance, in an issue-length story. Five years after Kay marries Ben, Jeff is still trying to convince her that he's the one. The First Pang of Love; Falling Star; Wendy Lane's Romance Clinic; The Challenge; After The Honey-Moon; The Wedding Dress; Marriage or a Love Affair. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bill Draut. Stories and art by Jack Kirby, Bill Draut and Tom Scheuer. Romance comics from Mainline, the publisher founded by romance pioneers Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, creators of Captain America. Marilyn keeps Jim, Bob and Dave going in circles, and Dave is an airline pilot, in an issue-length story. Another story is about the love of a mother for her child, not a typical story for a romance comic. Marilyn's Men, Chapter One: The Scandal; Summer Lovin'; Marilyn's Men, Chapter Two: Set My Heart Free; Marilyn's Men, Chapter Three: Secret Meeting; Wedding Blues; Mother by Proxy. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby. Stories and art by Jack Kirby and Joe Simon. Romance comics from Mainline, the publisher founded by romance pioneers Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, creators of Captain America. In a departure from traditional romance stories, Inky struggles for success as a comic-strip artist, in an issue-length story that may contain autobiographical elements. Search for Inspiration; Romantic Clinic; The Girl, Cute and Cunning; Salesman; A Stranger to Love. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bill Draut. Stories and art by Jack Kirby and Joe Simon. Romance comics from Mainline, the publisher founded by romance pioneers Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, creators of Captain America. A man wonders if any woman is worth a broken neck, even this one. A woman must put love aside while she pursues her dreams of stardom, or so she thinks. A proposal after years of waiting may take an equally long response. Proposal; Wolf Bait; The Right Choice; Hair Styles; Ask Ray Hart; Dress Right; Don't Run My Life. Final issue published by Mainline; Charlton took over the series with issue #5. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby. Stories and art by Art Gates and Bob McCarty. Charlton picks up the romance series created and originally published by romance pioneers Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, creators of Captain America. A woman is so organized she gets the nickname "fussbudget," but even she can't predict what romance will do to her life. A beautiful woman hears "I love you" so often, it's lost all meaning, in a story that may feature art by EC legend Jack Kamen. A woman decides that a man's temper is too much to deal with. Plus a two-pager that may be the work of Doug Wildey. First issue with the Comics Code seal on the cover. Fuss Budget; The Pretenders; New Flame!; Three Little Words; The Flower Dance; False Happiness; The Matchmaker!; I Led Him On! 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Bill Draut. Stories and art by Carl Wessler, Bill Draut, Art Gates and Marc Swayze. Charlton picks up the romance series created and originally published by romance pioneers Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, creators of Captain America. A love triangle develops between two factory workers and the wealthy owner of the factory. When Ned's girlfriend Lisa loses her job, Ned sees marriage as the solution, but Lisa's not so sure. College student Kay dates Clayton to get back at his snobby sister Laura, but doesn't expect to actually fall in love with him. Plus a love-advice feature in which "Love Counselor at Large" Ray Hart advises a woman, a difference of opinions always is stimulating...Keep your mind alert and your sense of humor, and youll have a rare and wonderful marriage! Among Us Girls!; A Love That Was True!; Love Letters; I Deeply Regret; Altar Bound; The New Girl; Ask Ray Hart; A Typical Teen Ager; Once Too Often. Final issue under this title; series continues as I Love You (1955-80 Charlton) #7. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Australian Reprint. Cover by Jack Kirby. Reprints Stories from Romantic Adventures (1949) #59. "Love Can't Be Bought" - Art by Ross Andru; "Romance of a Nobody" - Art by Ogden Whitney; "Too Good For Me" - Art by Sheldon Moldoff; 28 pages, B&W.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Mika Yamamori. Translated by Jessica Latherow. Yoi Takiguchi's long legs, deep voice, and handsome face are the perfect recipe for an attractive guy-until people realize she is, in fact, a girl. Dubbed a "prince" by her peers since childhood, Yoi has all but given up on being seen as anything else. That is, until she bumps into Ichimura-sempai, the school's other prince (who's a he) and gets a taste of what it feels like to be seen for her true self. The story of the two high school princes starts here! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.00

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Mika Yamamori. Translated by Jessica Latherow. Yoi Takiguchi's long legs, deep voice, and handsome face are the perfect recipe for an attractive guy-until people realize she is, in fact, a girl. Dubbed a "prince" by her peers since childhood, Yoi has all but given up on being seen as anything else. That is, until she bumps into Ichimura-sempai, the school's other prince (who's a he) and gets a taste of what it feels like to be seen for her true self. The story of the two high school princes starts here! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Mika Yamamori. Translated by Jessica Latherow. Yoi Takiguchi's long legs, deep voice, and handsome face are the perfect recipe for an attractive guy-until people realize she is, in fact, a girl. Dubbed a "prince" by her peers since childhood, Yoi has all but given up on being seen as anything else. That is, until she bumps into Ichimura-sempai, the school's other prince (who's a he) and gets a taste of what it feels like to be seen for her true self. The story of the two high school princes starts here! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Mika Yamamori. Translated by Jessica Latherow. Yoi Takiguchi's long legs, deep voice, and handsome face are the perfect recipe for an attractive guy-until people realize she is, in fact, a girl. Dubbed a "prince" by her peers since childhood, Yoi has all but given up on being seen as anything else. That is, until she bumps into Ichimura-sempai, the school's other prince (who's a he) and gets a taste of what it feels like to be seen for her true self. The story of the two high school princes starts here! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Mika Yamamori. Translated by Jessica Latherow. Yoi Takiguchi's long legs, deep voice, and handsome face are the perfect recipe for an attractive guy-until people realize she is, in fact, a girl. Dubbed a "prince" by her peers since childhood, Yoi has all but given up on being seen as anything else. That is, until she bumps into Ichimura-sempai, the school's other prince (who's a he) and gets a taste of what it feels like to be seen for her true self. The story of the two high school princes starts here! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

Volume 1 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Both touched by spirits called yokai, Kotoko and Kuro have gained unique superhuman powers. But to gain her powers Kotoko has given up an eye and a leg, and Kuros personal life is in shambles. So when Kotoko suggests they team up to deal with renegades from the spirit world, Kuro doesn't have many other choices, but Kotoko might just have a few ulterior motives …

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 2 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Kotoko investigates the mysterious death of former idol Karin Nanase, who now terrorizes the sleepy town of Makurazaka as Steel Lady Nanase. But with Kurō missing and the threat of the Steel Lady potentially causing harm to the Makurazakas citizens, Kotoko is left with no choice but to team up with Kurōs ex-girlfriend, Saki. And later, as the Steel Lady strikes again, the origins of Kuros bizarre powers are revealed.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 3 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

The uneasy trio of Kotoko, Kurô, and Saki are facing a seemingly impossible challenge in trying to stop the terror of Steel Lady Nanase, the ghost of a dead idol. How can you kill something that wont die even if its neck is broken? The mystery is further complicated when internet rumors appear to be linked to the ghosts origin. Now, Kotoko and Kurô must figure out how to defeat a figment of the imagination! To fight a story with another story, theyll have to pool their resources and Sakis connections to create something convincing. And is there a mastermind behind this phenomenon, or will some questions remain unanswered?

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 4 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Whether or not the spectre of a dead idol is real, the urban legend of Steel Lady Nanase feeds peoples imaginations and results in a murder that hits close to home for Saki. This brutal death causes the legend to further balloon out of control, and Kotoko and Kurô must devise a lie that can counteract the belief that such a dangerous ghost even exists. But matters become complicated when the group discovers that the person behind the myth may be someone Kurô has known all along … What powers can bring a ghost to life, and what motivated this trickery?

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 5 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

With the violence and the urban legend of Steel Lady Nanase only continuing to grow in power, it's up to Kotoko to put a stop to her once and for all—and quickly! Her mission is complicated by the likelihood that Kurô's sickly cousin, Rikka, is the mastermind behind it all. Kotoko gathers "four solutions" to destroy the truth that Rikka has brought to life, but can a lie destroy a fictional monster and create a new truth? Armed only with these imaginative solutions, Kotoko, Kurô, and Saki kick off the decisive battle with Steel Lady Nanase.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 6 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Steel Lady Nanase—the urban legend of a faceless, bloodthirsty phantom who had once been a voluptuous idol—has gone from myth to terrifying reality thanks to Rikkas powers. In order to defeat this fictitious monster, Kotoko continues to present her four solutions to create a new truth, as Kurô uses his abilities to defeat the spectre once and for all. With two solutions rejected and only two remaining, can Kotokos invented inference put the myth of the Steel Lady to rest once and for all, or is the fate of her and Kurôs futures completely out of her hands?

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 7 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Both touched by spirits called yokai, Kotoko and Kuro have gained unique superhuman powers. But to gain her powers Kotoko has given up an eye and a leg, and Kuros personal life is in shambles. So when Kotoko suggests they team up to deal with renegades from the spirit world, Kuro doesnt have many other choices, but Kotoko might just have a few ulterior motives …

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 8 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Totomizu was a flourishing little seaside tourist town until, suddenly, thousands of dead fish started washing up on shore. No one knows whats causing it—no one, that is, but the spectres. They say a strange wooden doll is behind this unnatural phenomenon. Can Kotoko solve the mystery and save the town?

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 9 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Even the mysterious Kotoko Iwanaga was a high school student once, but could a girl like her ever fit in with regular teenagers? There is one student who thinks she would be a great addition to his club, but can he possibly convince the lone wolf to become a member of an organization? Learn how Manabu Amachi manipulated Kotoko into joining the mystery appreciation club!

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 10 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Its been nearly a year, and Kotoko has yet to find Rikka Sakuragawa. Little does she know that Rikka has recently moved into a nice little apartment that came at a very affordable price … because its thought to be cursed! What is causing the series of suicides in her new home? And can Kotoko catch her before she goes on the run again?

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 11 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Twenty-three years ago, Sumi Otonashi was killed in a mugging gone wrong. Or was she? Out of nowhere, her husband Goichi reveals to his heirs that he killed her—and challenges them to figure out how. But can they reach a plausible explanation without knowing he contracted a spectre to do the deed? And what will their own buried secrets bring to light? Kotoko will have to judge the heirs solutions, and lead them to the right answer …

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 12 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

As Rikka continues her solitary journey, she makes the acquaintance of one of Kotokos high school friends, who reminisces fondly of their days in the Mystery Appreciation Club theorizing about dying messages. Meanwhile, a snow demoness has a request for Kotoko, hoping the revered Goddess of Wisdom can find a way to exonerate her human friend of some very serious charges…

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 13 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

To fulfill the Yuki-Onnas request of saving Masayuki, Kotoko pulls out all the stops to teach the misanthrope a lesson hell value forever. The cases conclusion allows Kotoko and Kurô to return to their routines, but memories of Rikka upset their daily calm. The Goddess of Wisdom reminisces of the time she and Rikka collaborated on a murder mystery, one involving a perpetrator who wanted to ensure his crime was seen…

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Volume 14 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Kotokos recollection of a case she solved with Rikka demonstrates how capable they both are, and how difficult of a match it would be should they find themselves on opposing sides. In the present day, Kurô begrudgingly assists Kotoko in her duties of mediating and investigating spectre-related incidents. One such case involves the resentful ghost of a giraffe, and a very familiar face…

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

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Volume 15 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

A deadly incident in the mountains claims the lives of three victims and leaves one fighting for his life. As Kotoko and Kuro prepare to investigate the involvement of a vengeful giraffe spirit, who should they find at the scene but the elusive Rikka Sakuragawa! Though the trio agree to cooperate on the case, Kotoko cant help but wonder what Rikka may have in store...

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Volume 16 - 1st Printing.

Written by Kyo Shirodaira. Art and cover by Chashiba Katase. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley.

Kotoko teeters on the edge of defeat after having unearthed Rikkas plan to make the spectres lose faith in her as their Goddess of Wisdom, but there may still be time to salvage the situation. It all hinges on whether or not she can craft the perfect lie to deter any further investigation of the murder in the mountains and succeed in pacifying the vengeful giraffe spirit! Meanwhile, it seems like Rikka has no intention of disappearing again, so what could she be scheming now…?

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. 16+

Cover price $10.99.

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Cover by Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Bill Molno, Sal Trapani and Vince Alascia. Love blooms in the thorny garden of scandal, courtesy of Charlton. In a story that reflects the attitudes of its time, young widow Sara is afraid to tell new boyfriend Jimmy that she has a son. Carmen loves poor farmer Brick, but considers marrying wealthy Clay to escape from her impoverished life. Sheila moves back to her family mansion and falls for the property's caretaker, Tupper, but dating the servants simply isn't done. Ashamed of My Baby; Late Love; Heart's Desire; Summer Sumac Ripens Romance; Love's Servant; A Single Tear. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Bill Molno, Tony Tallarico and Vince Alascia. Love blooms in the thorny garden of scandal, courtesy of Charlton. Kay suspects her sister Nancy is flirting with Jed just to aid her modeling career, and falls for Jed herself while trying to put a stop to it. Betty meets Hal, an Army buddy of her brother's, but she doesn't know that Hal is suffering from a nervous breakdown and AWOL to boot. Kay fears she's "jinxed" after two of her boyfriends die in unrelated incidents. Her Sister's Beau; They Called Me Bad; Unlucky to Love; Sell That Station; A Forgotten Love; A Gift of the Heart. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Vince Colletta and others. Love blooms in the thorny garden of scandal, courtesy of Charlton. Nella is engaged to Rod, but his friend Hank keeps harassing her and won't take no for an answer. Vivacious singer Kitty secretly loves radio-station manager Hobe, but he thinks she's out of his league. Terry's parents have firm ideas about who she should marry, so they're caught completely off-guard when she falls for auto mechanic Howie. Lost Paradise!; He Was Afraid of My Love; Rosalie's Rain Fish; Change of Heart; Find the Strength for Your Life; How to Fall in Love. Final issue under this title; series continues as Teen-Age Love (1958 Charlton) #4. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

September, 1937. Cover price $0.15.