Lovers' Lane (1949) comic books 1951

Painted cover by Bob Fujitani. Stories and art by Ruth Atkinson, Tom Gill, Tony DiPreta, Hannah Schreiberg, Al Bare, Lee Ames and Ada Nevill. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Newlywed Jack is shocked when he learns that Sheila was married once before. Teen Peggy has a crush on her sister's new husband, much to the consternation of her own boyfriend Ken. May and Roger become engaged while trapped in a stalled elevator together. Love's White Lie; After My Own Heart!; You Can't Marry a Stranger; One Love to Give; The Love Clinic; Ada Nevill Answers Your Love Problems; How Did He Propose? 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Painted cover by Bob Fujitani. Stories and art by Ruth Atkinson, Al McWilliams, Tony DiPreta, Joe Gagliardi, Al Bare, Dick Rockwell, Al Wenzel and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Jean proves suddenly popular with the boys after she starts writing for the school paper, but first she must overcome her shyness. Leila confides everything about her love life to her friend Edna, which inevitably backfires when Gene hears about it. New advice editor Eloise Taylor takes over with a discussion on How to Behave on Your Wedding Day. Terrific painted cover by Bob Fujitani. Two of a Kind; Love Half Given; Eloise Taylor Suggests How to Behave on Your Wedding Day; Cross My Heart; Lucky Bride; The Love Clinic; Love Problems; How Did He Propose? 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Painted cover by Bob Fujitani. Stories and art by Ruth Atkinson, Charles Biro, Allen Baron, Joe Gagliardi, Al Bare, Dick Rockwell, Al Wenzel and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Alice loves doctor Bob, but doesn't understand why he wants to stay in their small town instead of moving to New York City. Eloise advises a young reader on how to relate to other people despite social awkwardness. Musical partners Lois and Bill split up after mixing romance with business, but that doesn't make them happy either. Fair Exchange; Uncle Sam Has a Green Thumb; Letter to My Husband; This Time Forever; Every Girl's Love Song; The Love Clinic; Love Problems; How Did He Propose? 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Painted cover by Bob Fujitani. Stories and art by Fred Kida, Lee Ames, Allen Baron, Robert Martinott, Al McWilliams, Claude Moore and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Cora wants to be on equal terms with her new husband, until he actually starts expressing himself. Newly-married Harriet wants to become the perfect housewife, but hubby Paul isn't ready to grow up quite so fast. Redheaded student Ella has a habit of falling for her handsome teachers. 50-50 Marriage; Love Will Find You Out; The Big Surprise; Love Customs; Stop, Look and Listen - to Love; The Love Clinic; Love Problems; How Did He Propose? 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Painted cover by Bob Fujitani. Stories and art by Dick Briefer, Fred Kida, Dick Rockwell, Bill Walton, Robert Martinott, Frank Borth, Claude Moore and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Edith and Jeff agree to date other people while he's in the service, but neither of them really wants to. Eloise offers advice to a reader on how to handle the temporary separations caused by military service. Joyce's friends Ted and Bob want to date her, but both should have remained in the friend zone, in a story with art by Dick Briefer. Particularly sweet painted cover by Bob Fujitani. Every Girl Has Her Day; Don't Take Me for Granted; Do's and Dont's of Blind Dating; Love Customs; Love Is Where You Are; The Love Clinic; Love Problems; How Did He Propose?; ...Then a Boy Came Along... 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Painted cover by Bob Fujitani. Stories and art by Ruth Atkinson, Frank Bolle, Sid Greene and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Wanda gets new attention from boys after she gets rid of her braces and glasses, but then her parents upstage her at a party. Country boy Bart wants to marry Fay, but she wants to go to the city and start a new life, and he doesn't. Tom doesn't really love Alicia, but being engaged is good for his career, so he won't let her call it off. One+One=Love; You Never Can Tell; Just for the Fun of It; The Love Clinic; Love Problems; How Did He Propose? 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Among the very best of the painted romance covers! And a clench-cover at that!

Painted cover by DownSo. Stories and art by Lee Ames, Robert Martinott, Tony DiPreta, Allen Baron, Dick Rockwell, Sid Greene and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Dorothy finally gets to date Glenn when he returns from the Navy, but she's jealous that she's not his first choice. Bert dares inquisitive Ginger that she can't leave an envelope sealed for six weeks. Judy and Tom meet over a raffle ticket. Slightly sultry painted cover by DownSo. One More Kiss; Poise = Boys; The Sealed Letter; Play it Straight; Extra Special Date; The Love Clinic; Love Problems; How Did He Propose? 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bob Fujitani, Robert Martinott, Ruth Atkinson, Claude Moore, Dick Rockwell, Al Wenzel, Frank Bolle and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Tom wants to go steady with Louise, but she's torn between him and handsome swimmer Andy. Soldier Ray and Alice make a trial separation, but their parents try to help them work things out. Friends Hilda and Nina decide to switch boyfriends for one date, but that proves disastrous. Finally In Love; Mother of the Groom; Love Customs; Never Again; In Your Eyes, My Love; The Love Clinic; Love Problems; How Did He Propose? 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Sid Greene, Robert Martinott, Fred Kida, Al Wenzel, Frank Bolle and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. On their wedding night, Sue regrets marrying Lee and wonders if she should have married Chuck after all. Mark and Olive agree to date other people while he's in the service, but neither of them really wants to. Vera and Walt fall in love while trying to set up their widowed parents with each other. Classic nursesploitation painted cover by an unknown artist. Honeymoon Story; Restaurant Manners; I'm In Love; Another Love Another Kiss; The Love Clinic; Love Problems; How Did He Propose? 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Pierce Rice, Bernie Krigstein, Robert Martinott, Fred Kida, Al Wenzel, Chic Stone and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Newlywed Selma gets some shocking news from new hubby Gary on their honeymoon that makes her want to call the whole thing off. Two pages of vintage advice on keeping your girlish figure, and Eloise Taylor advises Anita, "The girls who are really popular have to work at it!" (featuring inks by no less a figure than future EC legend Bernie Krigstein). Hope and Lois are lifelong friends, until they both fall for Ned. 7-Day Honeymoon; How's Your Figure?; Love Is Full of Surprises; One Moment of Weakness; Change of Heart; The Love Clinic; How Did He Propose? 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bob Fujitani, Dick Rockwell, Al Bare, Fred Kida, and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Babs tries to marry off her sister Ellen after she learns her boyfriend has a crush on Ellen. Doris and Herb face friction in their marriage when she opens her own business and gets a loan from ex-boyfriend Chet. Paul doesn't know if he still wants to marry Rita, now that he's been drafted into wartime service. 3 Wrong Guys; Those Dangerous Weeks; Take a Chance on Love; The Love Clinic; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.