Love and Romance (1971-1975 Charlton) comic books

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Nicholas Zann, Art Cappello, Sal Gentile, Frank Bolle, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Teresa wants to leave her seaside fishing village and go to New York, but Cal must stay for the fishing. Naomi isn't sure why she's drawn to socially inept, studious George, but he's still nicer to her than Mickey. Please, Darling; Marry Me Now, My Love; Turnabout!; Do Your Thing!; Tonight, My Darling; Just Jeannette. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Stories and art by Art Cappello, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. A woman finds comfort and security in Greg's arms... but is it love? After Billy is killed in Vietnam, the girl he left behind struggles to go on, with Billy's friend Milt her only solace. Janice manipulates Guy into leaving sweet, honest Sue for Janice, prompting a friend to tell Janice she's "a clever minx." Forever Yours; Tomorrows Tears; All Is Fair; Blind Date; Shadow in My Heart. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

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Stories and art by Art Cappello, Don Sherwood, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Audrey fears that she's too "square" to find a boy. But bespectacled Pat doesn't fit in with the crowd either. Claire has been dating Gary since they were freshmen in high school, but now as a senior, she's casting an eye toward Don. That just provokes Don and Gary to get into a fight on the beach. Plus a pinup of teen heartthrob David Cassidy from the TV show "The Partridge Family." The cover is an adorable mash-up of multiple fashion and hair choices of the "hippie" era. Another Brand of Kisses; Beware of Green Eyes; Ill Stay Square; Forever Lonely. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Art Cappello and Don Sherwood. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Don Sherwood, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Jeff's girlfriend isn't sure she's ready to be a "swinger." Ellen dreads the blind date her friends are setting her up with at a party. IT specialist Pam has trouble being taken seriously in the male-dominated corporate world of the 1970s, but co-worker Glen in particular gets her teeth grinding. Ginnie has doubts about Barry when she sees him with another woman. Plus a pinup of teen heartthrob Susan Dey from the TV show "The Partridge Family." Let Me Alone!; Not for Me; Free As a Bird; Across a Crowded Room; Love Isn't a Game. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Art Cappello and Don Sherwood. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Don Sherwood, Gustavo Trigo, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Anne falls for Gordon, but she doesn't realize that he's trouble to herself and everyone around him. In a story that showcases the atmosphere and fashions of the era, redheaded Helga isn't sure what to make of her new husband Kenneth and his "swinging" lifestyle. Nurse Lisa's co-workers are used to seeing her in tears, until she meets handsome doctor Ben. Plus a pinup of Shirley Jones from the TV show "The Partridge Family." Love or Glory; Marry a Swinger; The Man of My Dreams; Just Jeannette. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Sal Gentile. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Don Sherwood, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Gina's handsome boss doesn't want her to wear a miniskirt to work, because it distracts him, but maybe Gina would distract him anyway, in a story that showcases the attitudes and fashions of the era. Diane tries to get shy, handsome Walt to come out of his shell. Used to dealing with actors, producer's niece Cleo welcomes a chance at surfing lessons from a "real" guy, Hank. Plus a pinup of teen heartthrob David Cassidy from the TV show "The Partridge Family." Offbeat cover by Sal Gentile. My Shy Guy; Actors Need Not Apply; Heartbreak Revisited; Mini Must Go. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Dumped on the eve of senior prom by her longtime steady Kevin, a woman struggles to move on, but without love. Redheaded Anne fears that Donna is making moves on her boyfriend Brian. Bookish Pete can't imagine that beautiful Tricia could love him. Plus a pinup of teen heartthrob Bobby Sherman. Balm for a Bitter Heart; Those I Love; Teen-Age Troubles; The Creep Next Door. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

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Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Fred Himes and Tony Tallarico. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Cindy falls for handsome sailor Jonnie, who works for her father. Jessica has a dark secret that she can't bring herself to tell the man she loves. Plus a pinup of teen heartthrob Bobby Sherman (the second in two issues). Everything But Love; A Fence Built by Love; When Will They Tell Him About Me? 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Jack Abel. Stories and art by Jack Abel, Art Cappello, Don Sherwood, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Buttoned-down first-grade teacher Marion can't help falling for Clinton, the hep new science teacher who drives a sports car and wears Fred Jones-style ascots. Redheaded Ellen loves college student Jeremy, but will he remember her after the semester is over? Plus a pinup of TV's The Partridge Family. I Love You, Teacher; Hell Never Notice Me; Happiness Now; The Tears of Springtime. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Ben Brown, Art Cappello, Don Sherwood, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Wendie discovers the downside of beauty, as too many of the wrong guys ask her out, in a story featuring some good-girl art by Art Cappello. Miranda is driven to distraction by fellow student Jimmy, but he doesn't seem to know she's alive. Stephanie is ready to dump Doug after she sees him kiss another woman, but it's all a misunderstanding, as a helpful TV broadcast explains. Plus a pinup of TV's The Partridge Family. A Tear and a Drop of Blood; The World's Greatest Lover; Out of It. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Widow Laura keeps her young son a secret from Rob after they start dating, but sooner or later he's going to find out. A woman falls in love with her sister's fiancé. Plus "some heavy advice" on socializing. Hidden Evil!; 5 Easy Ways to Become Unpopular; My Last Chance for Love; Dog Watcher; Each Time They Kiss. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Ben Brown, Art Cappello, Tony Tallarico, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Brian's girlfriend wants to break up with him so he can get out of his mill town and go to college. When wealthy, handsome Douglas returns to the marina where Polly works, she sees her chance to get him to notice her. Cara finally confronts Tony after he keeps interfering with her relationship with Tony's brother. Plus a pinup of teen heartthrob Susan Dey from the TV show "The Partridge Family." This Is Goodbye; Tears in August; Heart of Stone. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Tony Tallarico, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. A woman meets a man who's been stranded on a remote island like a modern-day (1973, that is) Robinson Crusoe. They fall in love, but can she convince him to leave his island home? Grief leads to love for a couple. Too Good; A Sad Beginning; Robinson Crusoe, 1973. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Ben Brown, Art Cappello, Tony Tallarico, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Marian falls for Cal, who works at her father's company, and carries a torch for him for years. A masquerade party (featuring Marian in a leggy Mata Hari costume) gives her the chance to get his attention. In Paris, tourist Linda is swept off her feet by handsome artist Paul. Kevin returns from Peace Corps service with malaria, but his longtime girlfriend isn't sure how to tell him she doesn't love him anymore. Some Day; Pretend I Love Him; Puppy Love! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Ben Brown, Art Cappello, Tony Tallarico, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. On vacation in Hawaii, Jonathan meets beautiful Gina, but he's already engaged to Muriel. A woman moves to the big city and finds it lonely and frightening, until she meets the right man. A woman meets a handsome stranger on a plane and determines to win his heart. Lonely Nights; We Have Each Other; Not His Type. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Ben Brown, Art Cappello, Tony Tallarico, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Tess and Mark love to go on skiing trips together, but she's afraid she saw him with another woman at the latest ski lodge. Lilian has trouble meeting men who can see past her beauty. But while volunteering at the VA hospital, she begins reading to David, a blinded veteran, and they develop a bond. The Discovery; Not for Me; Lovely and Unloved. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Jack Abel and Fred Himes. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. In a story that illustrates its era, Gail's yen for romance puts her at odds with her fellow women's liberation protestors. (Or as the opening narration puts it, "All of us didn't despise men to the same extent!") Lucinda is engaged to Warren, but she's still not happy, and meanwhile a scheming associate wants to put Warren behind bars. The Winning Sex; Deny Thy Love; Why Arent I Happy? 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Art Cappello and others. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Janice makes an accusation against her neighbor Leon that quickly spins out of control. Tricia is engaged to Chris, but really loves Hugh; but Gail, who secretly loves Chris, has the solution. A beautiful woman feels left behind because her friends, "all of them less prettier than I," are already getting married. The Put-On; Love, Honor and Cherish; Please Let Me Love Him. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

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Cover by Demetrio Sánchez Gómez. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Demetrio Sánchez Gómez, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Donna's father and friend Jay keep telling her that Brad is no good for her, but she doesn't believe them, until she catches Brad kissing Toni. Cleo decides to become a "spinster" like her mentor, successful businesswoman Agatha - until she meets Agatha's handsome nephew Jeff. A woman with a modern outlook tells Lester to cool his jets, but Lester is already in too deep. Who Needs Love; That Special Night; To Hold On or To Let Go; Sweet Victory. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

Cover by Enrique Nieto. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Enrique Nieto, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Didi and Wade have a summer fling and promise not to let things get serious, but three years later, she still can't forget him. A couple's romance is detoured by forces beyond their control. Offbeat cover by Enrique Nieto. Too Soon for Kisses; No More Kisses; A Strange Good-Bye. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Enrique Nieto, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Cara meets Edward on vacation and tries to leave before she falls in love with him, but it's too late. Nina's desire for the best in life ruins her relationship with Don. In the spirit of its era, the cover features multiple symbols of feminism, and the last story is titled "Call Me Ms." Unloved; More of Everything; Call Me Ms. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

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

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

Cover by Sururi Gümen. Stories and art by Art Cappello, Demetrio Sánchez Gómez, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Susan just isn't sure where she fits in, until she returns to her grandfather's fishing village and meets Ed. After Judith spots handsome account exec Cameron at an office Christmas party, she gets a spot as his secretary and makes herself indispensible. A Perfect Catch; Refuge; One Other Love; Big Dummy! Final issue of the series. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.