Romantic Secrets comic books issue 10

Cover pencils by Dick Giordano, inks by Vince Alascia. "The Ideal Man," pencils by Charles Nicholas; Helen dates Paul but asks him to stop gambling before they marry; Paul agrees and "the change was startling!"; Helen discovers she doesnt love the new, conservative Paul; She goes on vacation to think things over and meets Gabe, a "domineering, spoiled brute." "Polly Is Loads of Fun"; Polly moves to Kanesburg and falls in love with Bill, her friend Annes fiancé; Bill reciprocates her affections. "Romance, Age, and Reality" text story. "My Love, My Own," pencils by Charles Nicholas; Elsie dates co-worker Johnny but wishes he had "more drive"; She then goes out with Edgar, the wealthy son of her boss. "Oilfield Gal"; Geologist Sally has a crush on oil worker Barney, but he doesnt view her as feminine enough; Sally has a makeover and goes to a party with Rayburne, who then gets in a brawl with a jealous Barney. "Beautiful World" one-page story; The world is better today "…because last night you kissed me…!" 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bob Powell, Bob Jenney, and Elaine Winters. This early romance comic from Fawcett had particularly complex plots to go with the tears and kisses. On the edge of Death Valley, vacationing Ann falls for handsome hotel owner Jack, but their relationship causes friction between Jack and his aging father. Laura considers herself above the immature crushes her college friends develop on their instructors - and then she meets handsome Professor Barton. Working to resettle European war refugees, soldier and lady-killer Joe sets his cap for beautiful Ericka, but she has no interest in him, in a rare story (with art by Bob Powell) narrated by the male character. Dark Destiny; You're Always Near; To a Man in Love; The Imprisoned Heart. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.