Secrets of Love and Marriage (1956) comic books 1957-1959

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Jon D'Agostino and Dick Giordano. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Angela just wants to help her sensitive artist husband Bill sell his paintings, but he sees her as interfering with his work. Rising actress Janice returns to her hometown and finds she still loves her sweetheart John, but she isn't willing to give up her career for him. An ailing teen makes a miracle recovery when her boyfriend shows up at the door. A Wife Is a Partner; The Last Act; Reloads; The Man Said "No;" Don't Worry, Dear; Quick Cure. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, Jon D'Agostino and Dick Giordano. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Successful Bob and Lisa seemingly have everything, but Lisa still feels angst for what they've lost along the way. Marian gets a secretarial job to meet a husband, but even after she falls for Dan, she's not ready to give up her job. Linda is shocked and horrified when she learns how much debt Johnny accumulated while they were getting married. Second Love; My Husband, My Career; The Greatest Adventure; A Shattered Dream; Unworthy; Man Trap. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, Bill Molno, and Vince Alascia. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Trudy tells Diana how she came to hate her new husband Rick. Hedi and John go on a honeymoon train trip, even though their marriage was arranged by their families and they don't really know each other. Brainy beauty Sue has no patience for dumb guys. I Hate Him; Second Wedding; No Prince Charming; Glorious Gloria; Which?; The Extra Girl. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Sal Trapani, Bill Molno, and Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Sheltered Alice finds love with Ted, but her family thinks there's something cold and standoffish about him. Kitty thinks Al has been killed in action, and believes she'll never date again, but the new guy in her life looks and acts an awful lot like Al. Helen weds two-fisted engineer Hank, "hard as nails, afraid of no man, devil-may-care," then is surprised that Hank has a hard time fitting in to corporate suburban society. Plus a PSA for church attendance. Ill-Fated; Dinner Date; Only a Wife; My Last Date; Accidental Meeting; True to Type; First Meeting; Model Husband; The Truth, Darling; Two Alone; Jealous; Success, My Love; They Haven't Changed a Bit!; Can You Forgive Yourself?; Career Kisses; Find the Strength for Your Life; Mortgaged Heart. 64 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Stories and art by John Tartaglione, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Teaching in a rural area, Annie falls for adult student Jeff, but meets opposition from Mrs. Hanlon. Accused of embezzlement, Tom risks losing his job, his freedom, and his relationship with Norma. Bonnie, a district attorney, falls for her number-one counterfeiting suspect, handsome restaurateur Buck. Lesson in Love!; A Baby's Love; I Hate Him; That Smith Girl; Flirt!; Minklined Misery; The Courtship of Sue Turner; Too Rich, Too Poor; A Glimpse of Paradise; Mountain Mission; To Hate or to Love?; And Never Return. 64 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

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Cover by John Tartaglione. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Connie drops steady Ben to marry Eric, who says things like "I'll tell you the entrancing story of my life," but wealthy Eric is not prepared for hardship. Dot isn't sure how to tell handsome photographer Guy that she's not her sister, professional model Harriet, especially after she falls for him. Vacationing Barbie is intrigued by the handsome portrait hanging on the wall in her bed & breakfast. Moment of Decision; My Model Romance; Love Is Blind; Hard to Please!; Calling Cupid; Portrait of Romance. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, John Tartaglione and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. During her wedding rehearsal with Fred, Lisa realizes she doesn't love him and can't go through with the wedding. Practical real estate agent Barbara falls for Gil, the impulsive artist, but his wild-spending ways and lack of organization cause friction. Newlyweds Al and Betty endure a visit from her interfering mother. Runaway from Love; Love Isn't Logical; The Honeymoon Is Over; Cinderella in Washington; Mother-in-Law; The Man I Married. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Sal Trapani, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Louise's mother wants her to date the boss's son, but she falls for struggling actor Greg. Eloping couple Bill and Junie get lost on the way to the justice of the peace. Lois is the caretaker for her disabled father, but keeps this a secret from Larry, the guy he's dating, because she's afraid it will scare him off. Coincidence!; Imperfect Husband!; Sole Support; Gertrude Gets a Genuine Genius; Elopement!; Recommended to Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, George Wildman and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Marie marries workaholic engineer Red, but she isn't prepared for the financial struggles of a young married couple. As Cindy marries Charles, she's overcome with the feeling that he doesn't really love her and he's just doing what is expected of him. Barbara is intrigued by the handsome gambler who loses a small fortune every night in her uncle's Vegas casino. For Richer, for Poorer; The Tearful Bride; Is It Possible?; Nosey Little Girl; Unlucky in Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Mona marries Bert, captain of a luxury liner, but she isn't prepared for the long absences or the many social events he is required to attend. Alma, struggling with the responsibilities of new motherhood, gets some straight talk from her mother. Jean should be living a fan's dream after she marries singer Ted Thomas, but being an artist's wife brings unexpected problems. The Captain's Wife; The Bride's Attendants for a Formal Wedding; The Marriage Game; Men Are That Way!; I Married a Crooner. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, Vince Alascia and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Kathy marries her older boss Lance, but finds married life boring until she starts going to parties, where she meets Peter. Sue's mother is opposed to her dating actor Ted because of the instability of the actor's life. Beautiful Mavis has trouble finding someone who appreciates her inner beauty, until a disfiguring auto accident. Wall of Beauty; The Age of Love; Mother Said No!; E. S. and P. L. Equal Love; Mrs. Heaths Romance. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Nancy meets Brad on a ski vacation and they plan to marry, but Brad is unhappy with his job, and that threatens their future together. Kathy works the perfume counter in a department store, which is where she meets fellow employee Joel, but Joel isn't who he seems. Claire's friend Dave gives her a total makeover to attract her boss Gordon's attention, but why is Dave being so helpful? I Criedf You; Worthy of Him; A Love So True; No Greater Love; Strange Ending. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Dave's girlfriend has a deep jealousy that leads to an obsession with Linda and a foolish race to a crossing with a freight train. Karen plans to elope with Phil, but the chaotic ride to the judge proves Phil's not the one, as she falls in love with Bob, their best man. This story features art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. On the eve of their wedding, Christy gets a telegram from Lance that he's married someone else. Best Man; Lovers' Quarrel; Blinding Hate; He Left Me; Lost Love; No Question of Food; Tears of a Fool; Jilted! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. After years of running her family's household, Nora is ready for Hal to run their new family - whether he wants to or not, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. In another Sinnott story, Marie seeks counseling for a post-breakup depression and falls for her psychiatrist. Jan is shocked when Phil ends their long-distance romance, but she doesn't know he's lost his sight and doesn't want to be a "burden." Lover Be Strong; The Years Between; The Brush-Off; Breakdown. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Lisa marries Vance, owner of a modeling agency, but feels insecure about her looks compared to the beauties he sees every day, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Spoiled Marsha marries Jess, but isn't prepared for the demands of housewifery in the '50s, and would rather just watch TV. On the rebound after breaking up with Dick, Nan marries Ben on impulse, but has second thoughts after their wedding day. Beauty for Sale; The Awakening; Fun for Kids; Cold Heart; Marry in Haste. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.