Archie Comics Digest (1973) comic books 2009-2011

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by Mike Pellowski, Randy Elliott & Tim Kennedy What's the perfect remedy to being stuck in class on a cold winter day? When you're Archie, it's a 'Dream Scene' by daydreaming of beach balls and bikinis, of course! Then, Mr. Weatherbee welcomes the inevitable first mishap of the semester - like a 'Stop Watch,' once Archie, Jughead and Reggie get in trouble, the school year can officially begin! Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and games! Cover price $2.49.

Cover by Rex W. Lindsey. "Beverly Hills," script by Hal Lifson, art by Rex Lindsey; The band goes to Beverly Hills to perform a concert. "Never Kid a Kidder," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie spreads a rumor that there's an eccentric billionaire in Riverdale who's offering rich rewards to people who go out of their way to help clean up the town. "Parting Gesture," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Chic Stone; Miss Grundy gets a new job at a private school, but Archie hatches a plan to get her to stay. "Island Magic," pencils by Chic Stone; Archie is worried about Jughead being too antisocial so Archie forces him to come dancing. "The Same Game," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie makes a fool of himself at the ice rink, showing off for Veronica. "A Good Skate," script and pencils by Dexter Taylor, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Miss Grundy and Mr. Weatherbee go roller skating with the kids. "Home by Seven, Not Eleven," script by John Albano, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Mr. Lodge tells Archie he has to bring Veronica home by 7 o'clock. "Any Port in a Storm," script by Kathleen Webb, pencils by Pat Kennedy, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Miss Haggly asks Archie to stay after school to study for her test. Plus, other new and classic tales, pin-up, games, and more, all wrapped behind a Cool-ifornia cover by Rex Lindsey, inspired by the famous Beatles' Abbey Road album cover! 92 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.49.

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Cover pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "A Time to Reflect," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rich Koslowski; Dilton's Uncle Charlie's time machine sends Archie and Jughead 100 years into the future. "The Two Pretenders," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by John Lowe; With Reggie injured, Archie must take his place as quarterback of the football team for the big game. "Little Sabrina and the Three Dwarfs," script and pencils by Dexter Taylor, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Sabrina's aunts re-tell the story of Snow White. "One For the Book," script and pencils by Dexter Taylor, inks by Rudy Lapick; Little Sabrina animates a plate with witchcraft and nearly blows the family secret to Riverdale. The Adventures of Little Archie ad. "Scandal Sheet," pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Scoop Scanlon, the editor of the school newspaper, writes misleading headlines to get more people to read it, but Archie and Jughead give him a dose of his own medicine. You Can Do a Graphic Novel article by Barbara Slate. "Bleary Theory," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Jim DeCarlo; In a freezing mountain cabin, Archie tries to follow a scientific theory that if you keep your temples, wrists and feet warm, you don't have to wear anything else no matter how cold it is. "The Big Show," script by George Gladir, pencils by Rex W. Lindsey, inks by Rich Koslowski; Archie and Mr. Lodge compete in a classic car show with a Texas oil man of dubious reputation. Sonic Universe #1 ad. Plus, other new and classic tales! 92 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.49.

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(W) George Gladir, Mike Pellowski (A) Tim Kennedy The local paper is sponsoring a contest to see who can go out on the most frugal date; don't they realize that in 'A Cheap Date Contest' that Archie is the certain winner? Then, Archie enters his modified lawn mower in a special race for former clippers - after all, they get great 'grass mileage!' Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

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(W) Mike Pellowski, Bill Golliher (A) Jeff Shultz, Pat Kennedy Happy days are here again as the gang takes readers on a trip through the fabulous '50s, staging a musical set in the days of greasers, bobby sox and sock hops! Then, a teen products marketing company decides to study the 'typical teen' - only to end up in Riverdale, naturally! Plus, other new and classic Archie tales! Cover price $2.69.

Written by George Gladier, and Mike Pellowski. Art by Tim Kennedy, and Bob Bolling. 'The Last Day of School' has arrived, and the teens may be surprised to find that the faculty is looking forward to their 'vacation' as much as the kids are! Archie, Reggie and Jughead reminisce about 'Swing Time' when they used to swing from and through the trees as little kids, but when they attempt to try it again, they learn just to 'leaf' some memories alone! Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and games! Cover price $2.69.

Written by George Gladir, and Fernando Ruiz. Art by Fernando Ruiz, and Bob Bolling. When Mr. Weatherbee's away, the boys will play - and their game of choice is 'who will ask Wendy Weatherbee out first?!' Then, Archie rides the waves on a surftastic day, but will he keep his eyes on the foamy waves or wavy forms of the bikini babes watching? Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

(W) Mike Pellowski (A) Bob Bolling Archie and Reggie bet one another a free meal for whoever can catch the most fish, but can they can get the fish to cooperate? Then, whether he realizes it or not, Archie's summer job as kiddie pool lifeguard bears a striking resemblance to Mr. Weatherbee's position as principal! Plus other new and classic Archie tales! Cover price $2.69.

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Written by Hal Lifson. Art by Rex Lindsey. Riverdale's famous rock band is on a jaunt across the pond to follow in the footsteps of their idols, The BeatBoys! Along the way, they encounter all the sites befitting rock royalty, including Abbey Road Studios, Carnaby Street, the Dorchester Hotel and more. It's a 'Hard Déjà vu's Night' for bubblegum's premiere popsters! Plus, other new and classic tales, pin-ups, puzzles, and more! Cover price $2.69.

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Written by Dan Parent and George Gladir. Art by Dan Parent and Stan Goldberg. Get set for Veronica's most unusually-themed Christmas party yet, with gifts that come straight from the heart instead of the bank account! Then, Mr. Weatherbee's Christmas break isn't so cheery when he ends up a shut-in due to his fractured foot, but it isn't long before his students show up to restore his holiday spirit in this poignant tale! Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Scene in Public," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Pat Kennedy, inks by Jim Amash; Archie, Reggie and Jughead eat at a pirate themed restaurant and think the employees look silly in their costumes. "Good Deed Dilemma," script by John Albano, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie's attempts at doing good deeds backfires on him. "The Return of Cousin Alistair," script by Kathleen Webb, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie's cousin Alistair visits from England and picks up all the gang's slang while in America. "To Sleep - Per Chance," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Archie can't sleep at night but Miss Grundy's class the next day puts him to sleep. "Pin Head," script by George Gladir, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie spends too much on a piece of jewelery for Veronica and confusion follows when she tells him he shouldn't have. "Best-Laid Plans," script by Greg Crosby, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie gets dirty trying to open the fireplace flue. "Playing Footsie," script by Mike Pellowski , pencils by Pat Kennedy, inks by Terry Austin; Archie's life gets easier while he is on crutches. Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! 92 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

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Cover pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Bob Smith. "The Snow Ball," script by John Rose, pencils by Pat Kennedy, inks by Al Milgrom; Archie has enough money to take Betty to the school dance or get his car fixed, but not both. "The Joke's on Who?", script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Al Nickerson; Reggie pulls a series of practical jokes on others at school. "Cold Shoulder," script by George Gladir, pencils by Rex Lindsey, inks by Rich Koslowski; Miss Grundy is afraid all the sick students will pass their germs on to her. "Losin It," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Archie gives his parents a hard time about being forgetful. "The Average Awards," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Archie wins an average good citizen award. "A Chance to Shine!", script by Angelo DeCesare, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Archie has to pose as Mr. Shine and sell floor cleaning products. "MoCCA Madness," script by Arie Kaplan, pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie and the gang visit MoCCA (Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art) in New York. Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! 92 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

Cover pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Snow Woe," script by George Gladir, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Al Nickerson; Archie is glad to have the day off school but since Fred has the heat turned down he soon decides he'd rather be at school where it is warm. MOCCA; Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art ad. "A Likely Story," script by Greg Crosby, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Miss Grundy assigns the creative writing class an assignment to come up with an original story. "A Friend in Need (Is a Pest)," pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie tells Jughead how happy he is to have two wonderful girlfriends, but both Veronica and Betty are seeing other guys. "The Gabooza," art by Joe Edwards; Perkins brings home a strange pet for his son. "The Prediction," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie tries to win an amateur photo contest. "Blood Line," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Jim Amash; Leo and Edgar discuss how Fred was an athletic star in high school and Archie is not. Plus, other new and classic tales. 92 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

Written by George Gladir, and Mike Pellowski. Art by Pat Kennedy, Jeff Shultz. When school budget cuts hit, Archie is forced to home school via computer. Will he be late for class in his own home? Then, a snow day brings out the adventurous side of Archie and the warm side of his wardrobe! Plus, other new and classic stories, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "One Track Mind," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Randy Elliot, inks by Rich Koslowski; Archie imagines he is a race car driver while he is mowing the lawn. "Jack Attack!"; After seeing Mr. Lodge reminisce over an old jack in the box in an antique store, Archie buys it and fixes it up to give to him. "Little Woodenhead"; Betty falls asleep while reading Pinocchio and dreams that Archie's nose grows every time he tells a lie. "Fang Harangue," art be Bob Bolling; Dracula and Igor move to America to escape those who hate them in Transylvania, but find that America's discos and celebrity culture are worse. "The Study Buddy," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Since Archie's grades are poor, he resolves to work with and learn from school genius Dilton Doiley. "Limb Beau," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Randy Elliot, inks by Rich Koslowski; When the owner of the new Quick Mart plans to cut down Riverdale's oldest tree to make way for his parking lot, Archie organizes a protest. Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! 84 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

Archie has always been popular with the ladies, but when he wins the use of a sports car for a week, one passenger seat is simply not enough! Then, Archie has to write a story for English class, but he's stuck at 'Once upon a time!' Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

Cover pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Rich Koslowski. "Splash Down!", script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Jim Amash; Archie and his friends try to find something cool to do on a hot summer day. "That Certain Sound," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie is constantly bothered by loud noises. "Raft of Trouble," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Chic Stone; Archie and Jughead go drifting down the lake on a raft, while Veronica joins Reggie on a speedboat. "Barbecue Blunder!", script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie's family remembers all the fun times over the years having backyard barbecues and Jughead showing up in time for the meal. "Attractive Nuisance," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Chic Stone; Archie brings a big magnet to the beach, and while he's arguing with Jughead about who the "they" are in the term "they say," everyone's metal possessions are attracted to the magnet. "Arch is in the House," script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Veronica buys a fancy dog house and Archie gets stuck inside. "Super Summer," script by John Rose, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Ken Selig; Archie and Jughead discuss what super-powers their friends would have. Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! 84 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rich Koslowski. "The Unbelievable Story," script by George Gladir, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Ken Selig; While at the beach, each person tells an unbelievable story. "Dragons Are a Drag," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by John Lowe; Set in the Renaissance Era, Archie and his band of minstrels are invited to play before the Earl, if they can ditch a bothersome dragon. "The Topper," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; While at the beach, Archie and Jughead discuss all the wacky inventions they think should be invented. "Cool Cookie," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Chic Stone; Archie has to attend an outdoor party at the Lodges' on a "hot, muggy and steaming" night, and finds that all the guests except Veronica are just as miserable in the heat as he is. "The All Time Champ," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; The girls ignore Archie because they are obsessed with the handsome new lifeguard at the beach. "No Contest," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie and Jughead lose a sand sculpture contest but end up catching the eye of a Burger Queen chain and win an even bigger prize with them. Plus, classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! 84 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

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(W) Mike Pellowski (A) Various The Archies comeback plan falls on deaf ears as their manager tries to give them some help with a little 'Band Aid.' Then, Archie is 'Snooze Alarmed' when he stays up late to work on a paper and finds out the real test is if he can stay awake in school! Cover price $2.69.