ROM comic books issue 15

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Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema. Rom returns to the home of Brandy Clark's parents to find it empty. Meanwhile, Clairton's County Coroner may have discovered evidence of something very strange going on in town. And, Steve escapes his Dire Wraith captors but can he reach the church on time and prevent Brandy from marrying his evil doppelganger. 32 pages. Cover price $0.50.

Photo cover. "The Choice," art by George Evans; Eileen meets Dennis at the train station; Dennis comes back from war and Eileen must tell him that she met Homer while Dennis was away and will marry Homer. "Guilty Love"; Madge is coming home on a bus, sitting next to Sam Nevins when the bus goes off a ravine and 18 die but Madge saves 6 people and also pulls out Sam from the wreck; Sam does not survive and Madge commits a crime of opportunity when she takes the $9,000 from Sam Nevins's pouch. "Handicap for Love" text story by John Martin. "A Hollow Triumph"; Laura lives in a small resort town and hates summer residents, calling them "outsiders"; This includes the recently moved in Dr. Chelsen; Despite their dating, she refuses at first to let him treat Jimmy, the delivery boy, when he is run over by an outsider. Life Story comic ad. True Confessions comic ad. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Vol. 15, No. 5. April 1938. Includes scandalous stories like: "Is Jean Harlow Dead? Her Mother Says NO!"; and "Should Girls Go the Limit Before Marriage?" Full-page color ads for Maybelline, Irresistible, and Lucky Strikes. Cover by Earl Christy. 8.5" x 11.5". 128 pages. Black and white. Cover price $0.10.

Vol. 15, No. 6. May 1938. Includes scandalous stories like: "Schoolgirl Temptation"; and "Daughter of Shame". Full-page color ads for Glazo, Irresistible, and Chesterfield Cigarettes. Cover by Earl Christy. 8.5" x 11.5". 122 pages. Black and white. Cover price $0.10.

First 20c cover priced issue. Cover by Art Cappello? Stories by unknown. Art by Charles Nicholas, Leandro Sesarego, Tony Tallarico?, Art Cappello and Vince Alascia. Featuring: "Love Me True"; "Taurus, Where Are You?"; "For Gremmies Only!"; and "A Different Me..."! Plus: letters page "Teen-Age Troubles" by Harold Gluck. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.20.

"Love Held Me Prisoner," "Night From Heartbreak," "Unforgettable Kiss," and "Remember Me." Letters to the editor answered by Julia Roberts! (No no, not THAT Julia Roberts.) Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by John Tartaglione, Dick Giordano, Paul Reinman, and Vince Colletta. Women navigate America's dating landscape in the 1950s and 1960s. Her fiance's family wedding ring has a tradition of bringing happiness, but it brings Sally a broken heart. Redheaded Las Vegas girl Lu Anne thinks she knows better than to date the men who come into her dad's casino, but then she meets Doug. Flora falls for her roommate Rita's boyfriend, but can she win him away from beautiful, glamorous Rita? The Ring of Happiness; How He Proposed; The Odds Against Love; Autumn Leaves; Second Love; Another Girl's Man. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover pencils by Al Avison. "My Desperate Heart"; Ellen had just started going to Baldwin Junior College, but her relationship with Tim had gotten serious; At the dormitory, she was introduced to Karen Marshek a beautiful exchange student from Switzerland; When Tim came over for their date, Ellen introduced her to Karen; But, when Tim offered to help Karen study American government, she had a bad feeling. "Rebound Bride" text story. "To Love or to Honor"; Even though Maxine was still in high school, she had planned out her life; She'd marry Ralph Shore; He'd become manager of the store and life would be perfect; The problem was that Ralph hated the store and wanted to be a gardener; Infuriated that he wanted to work in the dirt, Maxine broke off with Ralph. "Goddess of Love" text story. "Kiss Away My Tears," art by Bob Powell; Meg Thomas had been dating Joe Higgins all through the senior year; On the night of the Spring Formal, Joe popped the question, and Meg happily agreed to marry him; When Joe took her to meet the parents, they were ecstatic and insisted that Meg come with them to their lodge in Maine right after graduation; As she prepared to leave she confessed to her girlfriend, Sonja, that she was a bit conflicted and hoped that the time in Maine would help her answer all questions. "Shortcut to Love!" 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Matt Baker. Stories and art by Matt Baker and Dana Dutch. Tales of teen angst and amour, often featuring art and covers by celebrated good-girl artist Matt Baker. Beautiful Marlene has a thing for soldiers, but gets a reputation as a "one-date girl" around Camp Roberts, in a story with art by Baker. In another Baker story, Carol's fits of jealousy wind up driving Davy away. Redheaded showgirl May can't help coming on to every handsome man she meets, and that includes her sister's boyfriend, Gregory. My Heart Was Blind to Love; I Was an Army Camp Pick-Up; I Ran Away from Shame; I Made a Game of Love; Spitefulness Robbed Me of Romance. 7 1/2-in. x 11-in., 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Last 10c cover priced issue. #115 on cover; Vol. 15 No. 1 in indicia. Cover by Bill Draut? & Joe Simon? Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. He'd like to go out tonight, but Vinnie's coming over to help him with math. But is he making a big mistake, going with her? Is he letting her run his life? Featuring: "No Trespassing"; "Too Young For Love"; "The Price Of Love Comes High"; "Understand Me"; and "Never Let Him Know"! Plus: Nancy Lee Hale letters page "Problems"; 1-page Charmaigne article "Fashion Fads"; and an illustration of Ed Byrnes and some women's fashions that might appeal to him in the 1-page "Fashionating Stars"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

First 12c cover priced issue. #116 on cover; Vol. 15 No. 2 in indicia. Cover by Joe Simon? Stories by unknown. Art by Bob Powell, Joe Orlando? and unknown. Featuring: "Meant For Each Other"; "Different Worlds"; "Hey, Pal!"; "Daredevils!"; and "That Wonderful Boy Next Door!" Plus: Nancy Lee Hale letters page "Problems"! Also: 1-page Charmaigne article "Be an Expert"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

#117 on cover; Vol. 15 No. 3 in indicia. Cover by Joe Simon? Stories by unknown. Art by Bob Powell Studio, Jack Abel? and unknown. Featuring: "Hurricane Station"; "By Love Deceived"; "Ignored by Love"; and "Summer Thunder"! Plus: He wants Linda to promise that there won't be anyone else! He'll always love her in..."Substitute For Love"! Also: 1-page Charmaigne article "Race Horse Eating"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Art by Bill Draut and Bob Powell. The famed title that spawned a decades-long trend in romance comics, created and produced by Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. #118 on cover, Vol. 15 No. 4 in indicia. A research scientist gets a makeover to learn about love outside the lab; Sandy's overprotective sister won't let her date George, but Sandy suspects she wants him for herself; Alice gets caught up in a modern-day Pygmalion-style makeover by a handsome eccentric. Together; The Man With the Fickle Heart; Nancy Hale Advice; Week-End Debutante; Pygmalion Was A Piker; Watch Bands; A Love Song. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

#119 on cover; Vol. 15 No. 5 in indicia. Cover by Joe Simon? Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. Lorry thinks Skip is being very rude, and wants him to go away! But Skip thinks Lorry is acting like a silly kid -- after all, that four-flusher has tried his line on three girls before Lorry! He doesn't love her! You'll remember this story every time you break a date -- "Love Is Where You Find It"! Also featuring: "My Forgotten Romance"; "The Sensitive Type"; "Life's-Work Love"; and "Irritating Gal"! Plus: 1-page Charmaigne article "Beauty Clinic"! And: 1-page Nancy Lee Hale text piece "It's All Over"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

The famed title that spawned a decades-long trend in romance comics, created and produced by Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. #120 on cover, Vol. 15 No. 6 in indicia. Aspiring songwriter Kay falls for pop singer Buddy's smooth lines; An old memento gives Claire another chance with her ex Jim; Boxer Bob falls for Aggie, but then faces her brother in a championship bout. My Love Song for Buddy; The Gold-Plated Football; Nancy Hale Advice; Between Two Loves; Nail Polish; Twistin' Gal. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Edited by Stan Lee? Stories by unknown. Art by Bill Everett, Hy Rosen, Bill La Cava, Christopher Rule and unknown. Carol thinks that admitting her past with "Spike" will ruin her engagement to Brad, the attorney prosecuting "Spike" for murdering Chester Hall, in "Don't Cry, My Heart!" Plus: Evie is so determined to escape the tenement district by marrying a wealthy man that she drives away all her friends in "I Dared to Dream!" Also: Ann agrees to marry Frank, but falls in love with Burt instead in "My Secret Love!" And: Lois can't break through the bitterness of widower Bob next door, until his son Jackie gets sick in a How I won the man I love! 1-pager! Plus: While waiting for his dates with Celia every night, Gregg falls in love with her roommate Nina in the 2-page reprint text story "Beauty Unveiled"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Matt Baker. Stories and art by Matt Baker and others. Beautiful covers and art by legendary good-girl artist Matt Baker elevate St. John's 1950s romance comic above the norm. Sandy swears revenge against her husband Bill for ruining her father's oil business, in a cautionary tale with art by Baker. Nora's boyfriend Dick finally returns from military service, but he's behaving strangely and tries to break it off with her for unknown reasons. New doctor Helen faces prejudice over her gender from arrogant surgeon Warren, in a story whose art may be the work of pioneering female comics artist Lily Renee. Cover by Baker is more than a little suggestive. Canine Cupid; Twice Guilty; The Frightful Truth; Wife Without Principles; For Nurses Only. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Lee Elias. Stories and art by Bob Powell and others. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. Mary nurses Ken back to health after a plane crash, but knows he'll be returning to his girlfriend Nora. Nurse Eve loves soldier Bill, but fellow nurse Doris lets her know she plans to steal him away. Photographer's assistant Liz loves shutterbug Tommy, but he only has eyes for redheaded model Joann. Seven Days to Love!; Heartbreak Flight; Vacation Romance; Shameless Hussy; If We Had Never Met; No Strings Attached!; Kiss in the Dark; Love Makes the World Go 'Round. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by John Martin and J. A. Symonds. This early romance comic from Fawcett had particularly complex plots to go with the tears and kisses. Ann agrees to date handsome oil wildcatter Vic as part of Doris's plan to win him back, but then she falls for Vic herself. Gambler Montana wins the Bar-K Ranch during a card game, and his new ownership is fiercely opposed by Nan, the former owner's daughter, who is strangely drawn to him. Ella harangues her boyfriend's unemployed brother when his plans for an education get in the way of her plans for marriage. And a romantic poem by J. A. Symonds in comics form. The Hired Heart; Saga of the Sage; First Aid for Love; Love at the Door; Love's Lament. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG. A woman dedicates herself to helping humankind, but allows no time for love; A girl is led astray by communists, in a story clearly inspired by the Cold War red scares; Castaways on a desert island find love. Do-Good Girl. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Matt Baker. Stories and art by Bernard Sachs, Ben Brown and Dave Gantz. Love plus war equals bittersweet 1950s drama, featuring art by good-girl art legend Matt Baker. Military nurse Peggy goes against the wishes of her fiance and boss John and ventures to the shores of Korea to help wounded soldiers. After a deadly crash, air traffic controller Valerie enlists in the Air Force, hoping to forget the tragedy. Bill eludes some MPs with help from a special Sergeant, in a story with a twist ending. Plus a letters page offering to connect overseas GIs with romantic pen pals. I Was a Nurse on a Hospital Ship; Guilt Deferred My Desire; No Dollar Dates for Me!; Some Sergeants Are Sweethearts; Correspondence Club; I Had No Faith in Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by Ken W. Fitch, Jay Disbrow, Louis Zansky and Wally Wood. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. After many letters to her beau Dan, stationed overseas, Toni finally decides to tell him the truth. Helen must choose between secret romance with Alan, whom she loves, or a public relationship with Theo, a man she tolerates, in a story with art by comics legend Wally Wood. Socially awkward redhead Linda sheds her glasses and becomes a sought-after beauty, but still can't win the man she loves. Take Back Those Words; How Cruel My Love; I Gave My Heart to One Man; I Waited for the Man I Love; My Empty Dreams. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Murphy Anderson, Priscilla Willard, and Arthur Peddy. This early romance title from Ziff-Davis focused on the struggles of domestic life. Helen is so conflicted over husband Mike's racing that she has nightmares of cars trying to eat her, in a story with art by comics legend Murphy Anderson. Redheaded Sharon intends to be faithful to soldier husband Bruce while he's overseas, but then old flame Johnny starts showing her a lot of attention. In an unusual story that reflects its times, atomic scientist Bill is assigned to a remote desert town for a top-secret military project, but his wife Helen can't take the isolation and lack of privacy. I Was a Lonely War Bride; Alone with You; Marital Mix-ups; Psychology Can Help Your Marriage; My Own Worst Enemy; White-Collar Wife. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by Matt Baker and others. Original, pre-Code romance stories from Canadian publisher Superior, often featuring a crime or mystery element and plentiful good-girl art. Agnes can't attract the attention of Jeff, the manager where she works, but another woman gets him all to herself. On the eve of her marriage, Marge becomes insanely jealous, in a story featuring art by good-girl art legend Matt Baker. Heart In Torment; You Must Trust Love; Kisses Through Tears; Price of My Jealousy. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by Harold Larsen, Gene Fawcette, Manny Stallman, Myron Fass and Louis Ravielli. Tales of romance with lush, lurid covers reprinted from Avon paperbacks. This issue reprints Romantic Love (1949) #5 in its entirety. Margo falls for a baseball player after shes waylaid by a foul ball; Susan tries to win wealthy Dexter by pushing his girlfriend out a window; A supposed sorority initiation turns out to be a plot to separate Audrey from her boyfriend; Supposedly innocent Andrea is secretly plotting to steal her roommate Ritas boyfriend Al, but hes not having it. Afraid to Love!; With Evil in Your Heart; Love Me Always Darling!; Two-Gun Lady; Innocence Was My Angle! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover photo of Elizabeth Taylor and Don Taylor from the film classic Father of the Bride. Stories and art by Jack Sparling, Alice Kirkpatrick and Sam Burlockoff. Romantic drama from Toby Press. Stella finally has the chance to marry her childhood sweetheart Bob, but she's not sure she can go through with it. Bill has a wonderful relationship with Linda, but he loses his perspective when he falls for Carol, who finds him tiresome. A comics biography of screen legend Rita Hayworth. The Wedding; The Cheat!; May I Help You, Sir?; Second Chance; The Hayworth Story. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.