Love Diary (1949-1955 Our Pub.) comic books

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Stories and art by Bernie Krigstein, Mort Leav, Bob Rogers, and Art Peddy. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Spurned nurse Vicky infects herself with a dangerous tropical disease to prove her doctor boyfriend's vaccine works, and to prove his love for her as well. Model Kathy breaks up with hometown boyfriend Tommy in favor of fast living with playboy Roger, and soon regrets it. Gloria is attracted to bad boy Don until he takes her hostage during a police chase, in an early story by future EC art legend Bernie Krigstein. I Was Branded a Flirt!; Shall I Pet?; I Wanted Excitement! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Bernie Krigstein, Mort Leav, M. Seymour, and Mort Lawrence. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Vacationing at a resort, Laurie pretends to be wealthy to attract rich Ted, but band leader Jock likes her the way she is. Jim is living dangerously when he splits with nurse Victoria to date femme-fatale sculptor Beth. Pathological liar Beth endangers both her romance with Donald and her father's life with her falsehoods, in an early story by future EC art legend Bernie Krigstein. Also, a fitness PSA by Krigstein, for which his wife Natalie served as the model. I Was a Poor Imitation; Girls Who Go Wrong; Man Hungry; Tone Up Time; Approved Doctors Diet; I Was Jealous of My Love; Liar. 52 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Leav, Dorothy Woolfolk, Art Peddy, Ed Robbins, Herb Siegal, Burt Frohman and Mort Lawrence. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Aspiring opera singer Mona falls for jazz musician Jerry, but her unrealistic dreams of music stardom drive them apart. Amnesiac Lois learns the truth about her past and her lost love Stephen. Sally is torn between rough-and-tumble Rocky and handsome but deceptive Paul, whom she meets at the country club. Plus "Ray Mann" advises girls not to be a gossip or a "date snatcher." I Lied To My Heart; Miss X: The Girl Without a Past; Be Honest: Are You a Moral Marauder?; Prescription For Happiness; Movie Crazy; I Hated Men. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Leav, Art Peddy, Rafael Astarita and Mort Lawrence. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Nouveau riche Linda wants to enter high society and date broker Ellsworth, but after losing her fortune, she learns just how loyal Ellsworth is. Wealthy Pamela whisks doctor Jim into a cushy job without scruples, or his nurse girlfriend Vicky. A coal miner's daughter and the handsome son of the mine's owner are trapped together after a cave-in. Bought Love; She Wanted My Man; Check List For Marriage; A Spot in the Sun; Prescription for Happiness; Stolen Kisses. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Leav, Art Peddy, Rafael Astarita and Mort Lawrence. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Stephen breaks up with businesswoman Kathy because she always has to be the boss, even away from the office. Arlene seeks help from "Ray Mann" because her possessive nature drives men away. A mountain-climbing accident helps Francine realize which man she truly loves, but it may be too late. Love Tyrant; Prescription for Happiness; Hardboiled Heart; Is Risking Your Reputation Worth Popularity?; Too Sure of My Man; Sky High Romance. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Leav, Bill Woolfolk, Syd Shores and Mort Lawrence. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Mary wants a change from stable boyfriend Bob, but slick Steve is really a con man. Ellen likes to play the field, even though her sister warns her about her "reputation," but that doesn't matter to Harvey. Lorraine is torn between her successful modeling career and her love of hometown lawyer Jim, in a story that takes place in "Gotham City." Imitation of Love; They Called Me Bad; Start Getting the Most Out of Life; Prescription for Happiness; All That Glitters; My Secret Shame; Her Fatal Beauty. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Bill Everett, John Rosenberger and Paul Parker. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Janet dates airline mechanic Hal, unaware that he's actually a test pilot, until the dramatic first flight of her father's new plane. Nancy dances in a nightclub and learns hard lessons about love and work, in one of three stories in this issue illustrated by Marvel legend Bill Everett. In another Everett story, fisherman Jim settles down to run a tour-boat business with Meg, until Meg's brother needs rescue from a ship in trouble. Never Love a Pilot!; Too Young For Love; Waiting For Larry; Prescription for Happiness; Love in a Storm; Spoiled Darling. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Dorothy Woolfolk, Henry Fasano and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Ballet dancer Nina must choose between her childhood sweetheart Bob or her career, but then she gets an offer for a European tour. Shirley's mother tries to sabotage her romance with Ralph because she has abandonment issues. Amy and her chemist father work as migrant field hands for the Shay family orchard, but Amy's father is working on a pesticide that could change their fortunes. Plus a PSA for supporting teachers and education, "The Classroom Secret." Wedding Dress for Sale; Wait for Me, Darling; No More Secrets!; Prescription for Happiness; Mama's Girl; The Wrong Kind of Love; The Classroom Secret. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by John Buscema, Dorothy Woolfolk, Henry Fasano, Bob Rogers and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Med student John proposes to Gale, but they soon realize that John's family is trying to sabotage the romance, in an early story by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Peggy worries that her secret first marriage will scuttle her romance with handsome Alan, and asks "Ray Mann" for advice. Lois is torn between an exciting life as a nightclub cigarette girl with a jazz musician boyfriend, or a quiet romance in the country with farmer Tom. John's Other Love!; Poor Little Rich Girl!; Prescription for Happiness; Someday I'll Find You!; Make Haste Slowly; Big City Girl. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by John Buscema, John Forte, Vince Alascia, Dorothy Woolfolk, Bill Woolfolk, Bob Rogers, and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Sharon tries to rush into marriage with tennis star Rudy and risks throwing him off his game, in an early story by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Singer Janice is treated terribly by Tom, but can't bring herself to end the relationship. Doris's habitual lateness threatens both her job and her romance with attorney Jeff. I Loved a No-Good Guy; Jilted!; Prescription for Happiness; A Perfectly Miserable Evening; Love Thief; Too Late for Love! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by John Buscema, Arthur Seymour, Vince Alascia, Miles Cahn, Bill Woolfolk, Bob Rogers, and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Stephen is torn between steady Beth and exciting bad girl Roxy, in an early story by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Movie star Lily tries to control the image and behavior of her daughter Jane, but Jane is ready to be her own woman. Kathy has daddy issues and mistrusts men, but Denis tries to love her anyway. Wanted: A Man of My Own; They Called Me Plain Jane; Prescription for Happiness; Journey to Romance; Secrets from a Love Diary; Bewitched; I Belong to You. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Lawrence, Syd Shores, Vince Alascia, Miles Cahn, Bill Woolfolk, Dorothy Woolfolk, and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Poverty-stricken Bess is torn between gangster Tony and cop Joe, until her brother's life hangs in the balance. Laura marries for money, leaving her unprepared for both her husband's dreams and his financial hardships. Gale prefers to play the field with men, even plotting to set up her boating boyfriend Barry with her friend Nancy. Back Alley Girl; I Married for Money!; How to Get a Man and Hold Him!; Prescription for Happiness; Man Crazy!; I Was a Slave to Tradition! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Paul Parker, John Forte, Vince Alascia, Chuck Miller, Bill Woolfolk, Dorothy Woolfolk, Bob Rogers and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Farmer's daughter Johanna runs off to the city with traveling salesman Frank, but Frank's wife is the punchline of that joke. As the Korean War heats up, Lorraine and her sister June must each deal with the consequences of the draft for the men they love. Betty's compulsive-shopping problem threatens to ruin both her job and her romance with Don. Betrayed; They Called Me Spitfire; Secrets From a Love Diary; Prescription for Happiness; Lonely for Love; I Was a Spendthrift! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Mort Lawrence, Harry Anderson, CF Miller, and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). In a story that's a real document of its times, factory worker and war widow Ruth is reluctant to tell her new love Greg about the baby from her marriage, in case he is scandalized. Ginny tries to convince returned soldier Fred that she's no longer the child he once knew. Compulsive liar Joyce finds both her job and her relationship with Van threatened by her problem. My Hidden Past; The Boy Next Door; Secrets from a Love Diary; Prescription for Happiness; Little White Lies. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Harry Anderson, Bill Woolfolk, and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Naive Ellen has to grow up fast when she's romantically torn between Howie and his brother Bruce. Party girl Tess seeks advice from "Ray Mann" in convincing Andy that she's ready to settle down. Betty has a fear of giving birth after her sister's death, but new husband Stanley wants a family. A Tease; First Date; Prescription for Happiness; Afraid To Be a Wife. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Bill Woolfolk and others. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Anne is dating nerdy Martin, but secretly seeing bad boy Fred on the side. Sisters Alice and Elaine come into conflict over Elaines fiance Ben. Lila tries to manipulate Barry with phony tears and emotional neediness, but eventually, he's had enough. My Savage Love!; My Sister's Shadow!; Prescription for Happiness; I Was a Sensitive Soul. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Syd Shores, Al Gordon, Rocco Mastroserio, Harry Anderson, Mort Leav and Bob Rogers. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Waitress Betsy falls for Chad, who owns the diner where she works, but Chad only has eyes for chorus girl Sharon. Karen is so tightfisted with her money that it drives her fiance Donald to break it off with her. Socially awkward Mary doesn't know how to approach Kevin at office get-togethers. Wake Up and Love!; A Penny For My Heart!; Prescription for Happiness; The Loneliest Girl in Town! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by John Buscema. Stories and art by John Buscema, Ed Robbins, and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Carhop Linda falls for busboy Rick, but he's secretly wealthy, in an early story (and cover) by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Socially awkward Nella wants to break out of her shell, but aggressive Johnny is the wrong guy for her. Nan and Judy set their sights on college hunks Glenn and Alex. Weekend of Shame; Cupid's Little Helper!; Secrets From a Love Diary; Prescription for Happiness; Open Season for Romance! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by John Buscema. Stories and art by John Buscema, Bill Woolfolk, Harry Anderson, Syd Shores and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Viola drives away everyone with her withering commentary, including her boyfriend, in an early story (and cover) by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Shelley falls for fun-loving Dennis, but his irresponsible nature gets her fired from the bank. Cruise passenger Lisa falls for ship steward Jeff, but he makes some unfortunate assumptions about her motives. Darling, Theres No Tomorrow!; A Heart Like Stone!; Secrets from a Love Diary; Prescription for Happiness; Passions Whirlpool! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by John Buscema. Stories and art by John Buscema, Bill Woolfolk, Ed Robbins and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Jan swears she'll never love again, but then she meets Peter at a New Year's party, in an early story (and cover) by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Buscema also drew the Prescription for Happiness story, in which Gertrude asks for advice from "Ray Mann" on dealing with Jack's gambling addiction. Sheila's doomsayer persona drives away boyfriend Guy, until a flood crisis forces her to make a choice. Stars in her Eyes; Make Way for Love; Prescription for Happiness; Calamity Jane! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart GD- 1.8 $249.95 or Best Offer View scan 3.75" Cumulative spine split. Cover detached at one staple. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor. Other items consigned by humble cow

Cover by John Buscema. Stories and art by John Buscema, Bill Woolfolk, Bob Rogers and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Stephen is torn between steady Beth and exciting bad girl Roxy, in one of two early stories (and cover) in this issue by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Buscema also drew "Love Slave!," in which Carla falls for boxing champ Ray while on vacation, forcing boyfriend David to step up. Movie star Lily tries to control the image and behavior of her daughter Jane, but Jane is ready to be her own woman. Bewitched; Secrets From a Love Diary; Prescription for Happiness; Love Slave!; They Called Me Plain Jane. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.