Betty and Veronica Digest (1980 Archie) comic books 2009-2011

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by Barbara Slate, George Gladir, Pat Kennedy & Jeff Shultz Betty tries to live for the 'here and now,' but Veronica is only interested in it 'every now and then!' Then, after accidentally gobbling up goodies meant for the Orphanage Christmas party, Jughead finds a way to redeem himself and keep the Christmas spirit alive. Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, games, and pin-ups! Cover price $2.49.

by Misako Takashima, Mike Pellowski, Jeff Shultz & Tim Kennedy 'Coming to the U.S.A.' This poignant tale details Kumi and her family's arrival in the United States and their introduction to American life and culture, not to mention Kumi's first day at Riverdale High and how she met Archie and his friends. It's a very special day for Archie Comics' newest superstar! Then, a boy's camping trip leaves the girls without plans for the weekend - until they decide to have a slumber party! Of course, true to form, the party will involve every activity but 'slumbering!' Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, games, and more! Cover price $2.49.

by George Gladir, Bob Bolling, Mike Pellowski & Tim Kennedy In 'Flying High,' a 'what if' tribute to the brave female pilots and stunt performers who helped pioneer the early years of aviation, Betty is cast as a stunt flyer, with Archie as her trusty mechanic and Veronica as a flashy movie star looking for a secret stunt double for her latest high-flying feature film. Fans of antique airplanes and Hollywood's golden age will love this story's authentic attention to detail in both its script and art! Then, trying to ease a guilty conscience, Veronica finds a designer store that rents clothes and accessories for her friends who can't afford such luxuries. Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.49.

Cover by Dan Parent. "Culture Shock," pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Al Nickerson; Kumi invites her friends to her house where they learn a little bit about Japanese culture. "Dates & Debates"; Betty and Veronica bring a new girl in town, Kristine, to the school dance. "Winging it!", script by Mike Gallagher, pencils by Dave Manak, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Sabrina wishes for little wings on her feet. "What's One More Blossom?", pencils by Dan Parent; In an attempt to make Archie jealous and to anger Betty and Cheryl, Veronica and Jason pretend to be dating. "Bad News Boys," script and pencils by Holly Golightly inks by John Costanza; The Pussycats agree to perform in a benefit concert for an animal protection group. Archie & Friends and Sabrina DVD's ad. "Fizzed," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Pat Kennedy, inks by Bob Smith; Mr. Lodge tests Lodge Industries newest soft drink on the gang. Plus other strips, pinups, and more. 92 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

(W) Hal Lifson, Bill Golliher (A) Rex Lindsey, Pat Kennedy Join Betty and Veronica in 'Palm Springs Weekend' as they embark upon the jet-settingest weekend trip of their lives. Destination: the ultra-ritzy Riviera Resort and Spa in Palm Springs. It's all brought to you by famed Hollywood columnist Hal Lifson. Just like his column, this comic book travelogue is loaded with sizzling celebrities, magnificent homes, breathtaking scenery, and total trendsetters. Lifson also has a fondness for the sensational '60s, on full display here as the Riviera's design is based on architecture of the decade. So pack your bags and buy your tix - it's the hippest trip you'll ever take! Then, Betty's Uncle Clarence is in town doing his clown act at the circus, but when his two assistants catch colds, Betty and Veronica are enlisted to don makeup they've never worn before! Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

Written by Mike Pellowski, and George Gladir. Art by Jeff Shultz. The girls think summer means a break from education, but little do they realize how much 'Class Action!' their recreational plans are! Veronica is happy to have Archie to herself for the maiden voyage of her dad's new cruise ship, but when circumstances cause Archie to stay behind with Betty, he's cruising for a bruising! Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and games! Cover price $2.69.

Written by Dan Parrent and Mike Pellowski. Art by Dan Parrent and Bob Bolling. Betty reads Alice in Wonderland to the kids she's babysitting and realizes the characters are just like her friends in Riverdale. Deciding to tell the story from her point of view, she casts Veronica as 'The Queen of Hearts' and offers Archie readers a chance to watch the whole Archie gang 'through the looking glass!' Then, Betty and Veronica reminisce about how Veronica just had to have all the best, most expensive toys as a child - so what's changed?! Features Little Archie flashbacks from fan-favorite Bob Bolling. Plus, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

Cover by Dan Parent. "The Past Will Catch Up With You!", script by Dan Parent, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Rich Koslowski; Archie is rescued from Evelyn Evernever twice by a mystery secret agent. "Paddle Boat"; Betty and Veronica take out Veronica's new motorboat. "Metal Meddle"; Sabrina and Harvey use Harvey's metal detector to find a pirate's treasure chest. "One Dad to Many!"; Veronica's new boyfriend's dad keeps coming along on their dates. "Putting Around," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Holly Golightly, inks by John Costanza; Betty and Veronica play a round of miniature golf, but Veronica's competitive nature won't let her play fair. "Show Offs!"; Alex tries to get Josie and the Pussycats to make a TV show but can't find something that works well for them. "Fraidy-Cat Friday"; Melody is superstitious because it's Friday the 13th. "A Bad Attitude!"; All of the Archie gang are in a bad mood. Plus other strips, pinups, and more. 92 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

Written by George Gladir. Art by Stan Goldberg. 'Route 66 Here We Come.' It's both fast and furious - furiously funny and entertaining that is - in this pavement pounding tale of eco-friendly cars, libraries promoting literacy through comic reading, suitcase cars, famous sites like the Cadillac Ranch, and more as the teens rev up for a Route 66 rendezvous! Special guest appearance by Phil Yeh of 'Cartoonists Across America!' Cover price $2.69.

Written by George Gladir. Art by Pat Kennedy. Halloween's a scream for Archie and his friends, but can they find a place to hold their party before All Hallow's Eve? Then, Betty and Ethel consider getting tattoos, and soon realize they must really 'think' before getting permanent 'ink!' Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, games, and more! Cover price $2.69.

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Cover by Dan Parent. "Stuck at Home," script and pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jim Amash; When Veronica doesn't get her grades up her parents prevent her from attending the class trip to London. "Take a Picture!", script and pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Rich Koslowski; Ginger starts a trend of wearing a picture of your love on a t-shirt. It means big trouble for Archie when he has to wear one. "Letter of Appreciation"; Chuck convinces Betty to write a letter to her favorite author. "101 Doll-Motions"; Sabrina wishes for a Party Patty doll for Christmas and accidentally causes one to come alive. "When You Wish Upon a Jar"; Spooky grants Sabrina a wish for her birthday. "Elf for a Day"; Not knowing what to get Veronica for Christmas, Betty decides to offer to be her "Elf for a day" and do her Christmas chores. "Stressmas Time!"; Betty and Veronica agree to split time with Archie in Christmas Eve so he can be with both of them. "Math Wrath," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg; Betty finds out Archie used a computerized pen to take his math test. "Command Performance," script by Angelo DeCesare, pencils by Al Bigley, inks by Al Milgrom; A European Prince asks Josie to marry him and won't take 'no' for an answer. "Melody Malady," script by Angelo DeCesare, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Melody feels that she's the least popular of the Pussycats, so decides she should quit the band. "The Fame Game," script by George Gladir, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Al Nickerson; Betty and her friends, calling themselves The Green Girls, help institute a new policy at the school to save energy. Betty and Veronica Digest #200 ad. Plus other strips, pinups, and more. 92 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

Cover by Dan Parent. "The Dates of Your Lives!", script and pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jim Amash; Ginger Lopez hosts a game show at the Chok'lit Shoppe in which Betty and Veronica have to answer questions about dates they have been on in the past. "A Hot Time Tonight," script by Barbara Slate, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Al Milgrom; On a cold winter night Betty and Veronica fantasize about warmer climates. "Sweater Girl," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan Decarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Jealous of the attention Betty is getting for earning a letter sweater, Veronica purchases a sweater of her own that just happens to have a large 'R' on it. "Anniversary Blues," script and pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Betty thinks that Veronica is upset because Archie missed their anniversary, but actually Veronica is upset that Betty forgot their friendship anniversary. "Ice Princess of the Lost Civilization," script and pencils by Holly Golightly, inks by John Costanza; While skiing in Alaska, the Pussycats and Alan stumble upon the lost civilization of Icelandia. "Friendly Competition," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Jim Amash; Betty and Veronica volunteer at Riverdale Elementary where they meet two little girls who remind them of themselves. Betty and Veronica Digest #201 ad. Plus other strips, pinups, and more. 92 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

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Written by Mike Pellowski. Art by Jeff Shultz. Veronica decides to get a 'Green Machine,' so long as it means she can spend 'green' on new eco-accessories! Then, the girls contemplate what it would be like to be pro athletes - except Veronica, who sees pro sports in a more monetary light! Plus, puzzles, pin-ups, new and classic tales, and more! Cover price $2.69.

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Written by Dan Parent and Mike Pellowski. Art by Dan Parent and Jeff Shultz. Ms. Grundy decides to have the class collaborate on a story by having each write a section. The theme is spring, but somewhere along the line the story turns into an adventure about rampaging robots, a romance where Reggie is the lead Romeo, and a quest to find the perfect burger! Then, Betty and Veronica are astonished when they witness a hapless boy caught between two girlfriends in a loopy love triangle - they can't even imagine such a thing! Plus, other new and classic tales! Cover price $2.69.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. "A Hearty Party," script by George Gladir, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Rich Koslowski; After visiting a wax museum Veronica decides to throw a masquerade party. Archie #606 ad. "Bizarre Bazaar," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Betty and Veronica, along with Nancy, get up at four a.m. to be in line to purchase designer shoes at a fraction of their original cost from a charity event. "Hair's Veronica"; Veronica falls asleep in class and dreams that Dilton's invention gives her a mustache. "Close Call!", script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by John Lowe; Betty is the umpire for a Little League game but neither side likes her calls. "Scent of Success"; Betty sells cinnamon rolls to raise money for some expensive perfume. "House Arrest"; Sabrina's aunts decide to turn the house into a bread and breakfast and unwittingly release a ghost. "Dressing Down!", script by Kathleen Webb, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli; It's school spirit week and Betty bets Veronica she can't follow each day's theme. "On the Job!!", script and pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Veronica and Cheryl meet up at Lodge Industries for "Bring Your Daughter to Work Day." "Pussycats in the Dark!", script by Abby Denson, pencils by Rex Lindsey, inks by Rich Koslowski; The Pussycats instruments are all broken and they go shopping for new ones that light up. "The Nerd Word," script by George Gladir, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Betty is asked to be an honorary member of the Nerd Girls club. 92 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.69.

Written by Dan Parent and Mike Pellowski. Art by Dan Parent and Pat Kennedy. Cheryl Blossom offers 'maid service for a day' as part of a charity auction - and Veronica is determined to be the high bidder! As Cheryl toils, will Veronica 'clean up' on payback she feels owed, or be more 'charitable' in her treatment of Cheryl? Then, Veronica learns that studying isn't all fun and games when comparing study groups with a friend. Plus, puzzles, games, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

Written by Dan Parent and Mike Pellowski. Art by Dan Parent and Bob Bolling. Veronica plans to become famous on ViewTube by filming her beauty regimen on the beach, but when Jughead intervenes, she becomes infamous instead! Then, the has a 'wheelie' good time when they uncover Veronica's childhood unicycle! Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

Everyone is awestruck by Chuck's amazing sand sculpture depicting the famous scene of Archie, Betty and Veronica sharing a soda! The girls think it's award-worthy, but the nearest sand sculpture contest is being held on a neighboring beach, and Chuck is nowhere to be found to build a new one. Is that just the way the sand castle crumbles, or will this monument to the love triangle rise again? Plus, classic tales, puzzles, games, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

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(W) Dan Parent, Mike Pellowski (A) Various Life is a fairy tale in an Archie-ized retelling of Sleeping Beauty starring Betty, with Veronica as the evil queen. A curse placed on baby Betty alters the princess's life forever and threatens to give this story an unhappy ending. Can the magic of cherished friends and the love of a true prince turn the tide? Then, back in the present, the gang is 'Taken for a Ride,' but everyone has their own idea about how to roll out. Cover price $2.69.

(W) George Gladir, Mike Pellowski (A) Various Veronica has 'The Great Idea' to be a living model at the mall and shoppers flock to see her. But what happens when girls flock to see Archie model?! Then, the audience cries 'Don't Make A Scene!' as the gang takes to the stage to act out world-famous romances! Cover price $2.69.