Confessions of the Lovelorn (1954) comic books 1955-1957

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Tom Hickey and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: Here it is...the story of a love-starved heart...of a woman's fight for happiness! Don't miss..."This Child Is Mine!" Plus: 1-page text story "Teacher's Romance"; "Communist Kisses!"; 1-page text story "Romance Writer"; and "Swan Song to Love!" with art by Tom Hickey. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Howard Alexander, Harry Lazarus, John Rosenberger and Pete Riss. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: Will they be the happiest couple in the world? Look out, sister -- you're in for a surprise! For an amazing story of marital love that misfired, read..."The Man in My Past!" with art by Howard Alexander. Plus: 1-page text story "Too Old for Love"; "Not Even Love!" with art by Harry Lazarus; 1-page text story "Good Old Stevens U.!"; 2-pager "Language of the Heart!" with art by John Rosenberger; and "Troubled Love!" with art by Pete Riss. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Harry Lazarus, Tom Hickey and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: ...8...9...10...he's out! But she still loves Al...he'll always be her champ! Thudding fists...and a woman's heartstrings! Here's the most amazing romance you've ever read -- "Love on the Ropes!" Plus: 1-page text story "It Takes a Smart Girl..."; "Heartlines and Bylines" with art by Harry Lazarus; 2-pager "Courtship Through the Ages," reprinted from Romantic Adventures (1949) #6; 1-page text story "Dress Shop Romance"; and "As Hard as They Come!" with art by Tom Hickey. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Ed Moline, Sam Cooper, Kenneth Landau, Shelly Moldoff and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: No, Tim...no! It's madness to go out onto that bridge! She loves you too much...which she finds out now, after calling you a coward! Deep within every woman, two love ideals strive for mastery! Watch one girl make her dramatic choice in "My Own Heart!" Plus: 1-page text story "Success Story"; "Kisses Bought!" with art by Ed Moline and Shelly Moldoff; 1-page text story "The Captain and the Corporal"; "Cupid #3547!" with art by Sam Cooper; and 100 Ways to Lose a Man! 1-pager "No. 2" with art by Kenneth Landau. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Art by Edvard Moritz, Leo Morey, Shelly Moldoff, Ed Moline, Ogden Whitney and John Rosenberger. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. Red-haired Lydia resists her fathers demands to marry a man from their fishing village, instead falling for a visiting artist; A nurse falls for the handsome doctor she works with, but he loves somebody else; Miles promises his dying uncle that he will never trust a woman with his heart. My Hidden Heart!; Arranged Marriage; Professional Nurse!; The New Floorwalker; A Lesson in Romance!; Never Trust a Woman! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by John Rosenberger, Harry Lazarus, Paul Gattuso and Ogden Whitney. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: She never loved anybody but you, Conrad! Don't pity her...even if there is someone else now! Made a mistake in love? It's not too late to change things! Read what happened in "The Years I Threw Away!" with art by John Rosenberger. Plus: 1-page text story "Daddy's Girl"; "Marriage by the Book!" with art by Harry Lazarus; 1-page text story "Lady of the Ensemble"; 2-pager "That Wonderful Wedding Day!" with art by Paul Gattuso; and "Love's Outcast" with art by Ogden Whitney. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Harry Lazarus, John Rosenberger and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: Her torch songs rocked a nation...but few knew the real secret of her hungry heart! It's all in "No Such Thing as Love!" with art by Harry Lazarus. Plus: 1-page text story "My Love's a Librarian"; "Heart Specialist!" with art by John Rosenberger; Be His Kind of Girl 1-pager "No. 1"; "Forget That Inferiority Complex!"; 1-page text story "Home Is Best"; "Rodeo Romance!" with art by Harry Lazarus; and Be His Kind of Girl 1-pager "No. 2"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by Richard Hughes. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. A girl with an innocent reputation disguises herself to win the fellow she loves; Advice on how to become the kind of girl your guy likes; A rough-and-tumble cab driver wins a womans heart. Little Miss Innocent!; Heart of a Cab Driver!; Big Town Hick!; Be His Kind of Girl; Is He Slow to Speak?; Whom Do I Love?; Decision in the Jungle! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: Greg! Don't go without knowing that she loves you! Can a big city kill romance? Watch Debbie Harris learn the answer...and heartbreak...in "Small Town Belle!" Plus: 1-page text story "The Deeper Beauty"; "A Rendezvous with Romance!"; 1-page text story "Marvin Makes Up His Mind!"; "Crisis of the Heart!"; and "It Happened on Fifth Avenue!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Harry Lazarus, Ogden Whitney and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: Buzz off, waiter! When they want you, they'll call you! But can the waiter leave the girl he loves with him? Summer memories still lingering in your heart? You can face the fall and welcome the winter...just reading of the rich romance that came to Millie in those..."Last Two Weeks in July!" Plus: 1-page text story "Latins Are So Romantic!"; "You Can't Live with Shadows!"; Be His Kind of Girl 1-pager "No. 4" with art by Ogden Whitney; "Picture on His Desk!"; 1-page text story "The Long and Short of It!"; "A True Romance!"; and "How to Discourage a Male!" with art by Harry Lazarus. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. A woman falls in love with a musician whos dedicated to his clarinet (a story that includes the line Dad wants me to go to Harvard – and they dont allow girls there!); In romantic Venice, Bill feels hes not good enough for Jean; Advice on using accessories (in this case, a pillbox hat with a veil) to accentuate your appearance. Second Fiddle to a Clarinet; Love Makes You Tongue-Tied; I Was Jilted; Summer Storm; Strictly Business!; The Added Things! Remembered Romance! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Harry Lazarus and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: He's going to let the whole world know that she's the girl in his heart...and arms! Jill got her man...because she knew where to look for him! You'll learn where, too, in "How to Find Your Mate!" Plus: "Heart's Dilemma!"; 1-page text story "The Biggest Worry"; "Calculating Heart" with art by Harry Lazarus; "Love on the Shelf!"; 1-page text story "I Don't Rate Her!"; "Love Token"; and "Mirror, Mirror, on the Wall!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: A sweetheart miraculously restored to life -- why wan't Helen the happiest girl in the world? You'll find out in "You Only Love Once!" Plus: 1-page text story "Officer #67416"; 2-pager "Don't Be a Date Spoiler"; "Boss Lady!"; 1-page text story "Supermarket Meeting"; "Romance and Tomboys Don't Mix!"; and 1-pager "My Proposal"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Harry Lazarus and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: She wants you to come back to her, Clark! She'll be waiting! Is there a man like Clark in your life? You'll learn about him...and yourself...in "You Can't Wait Forever!" with art by Harry Lazarus. Plus: "Romance Under Par!"; 1-page text story "I Love You, Claire!"; "Afraid to Marry!"; 1-page text story "Don't Be Mad!"; 2-pager "Alan Pops the Question!"; and "Risky to Trifle!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: She was modelling a wedding gown for the fiancee of the man she loves! She wasn't good enough for him -- read the agonizing facts of one woman's tragedy in "Be Still My Heart!" Plus: 1-page text story "Safety First"; "A Matter of Faith!"; 1-page text story "The Love Philtre"; Be His Kind of Girl 1-pager "His Birthday Party!"; and "Past Indefinite!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Art by Harry Lazarus and others. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. Childhood friends Jane and Phyllis compete for the same man in adulthood; Advice on becoming the type of woman men will like; Wendy falls for a failed writer, and cant get him out of her mind after her own fortunes change. Love Thief!; Flowers for Romance; What Type Are You?; What's Morse Code for Love?; I Loved a Failure!; Kid Sister! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by Richard Hughes. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. A girl dates an older fellow and gets a lot of pushback on her age; Advice on the second date; A female scientist falls for her handsome co-worker, but hes only interested in science. Woman Hater!; The Way to a Man's Heart!; You're Not Old Enough!; Upper Class Kisses; Second Date!; Doctor, Darling.... 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Pete Costanza and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: No woman's taking away his freedom! In that case...they're through! Think you've got man problems? Read what Mary Collins faced in "Over 21!" Plus: "Those New York Men!"; 1-page text story "Old-Fashioned Girls"; "Clothes Can Make the Man...Run!" with art by Pete Costanza; 1-page text story "Vacuum Cleaner Juliet"; 1-pager "Invitation!"; and "You Can't Own Him!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: Here's the pulsing story of a girl who broke one heart too many! For a romance that's got everything, read..."Love Story with a Moral!" Plus: 1-page text story "Sentimental Dentist"; "My Sister's Beau!"; 1-page text story "Beauty and the Brute"; "You Can Change a Man!"; and "That Unbreakable Barrier!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. Ellen feels love for her deceased husbands partner, but he knows a secret about the past; A champion skier is torn between a European count and her childhood sweetheart; A short history of romance through the ages. My Husband's Partner!; Cook's Romance; Love Me Forever!; The World's Most Dangerous Game!; Station L-O-V-E Broadcasting!; Doubtful Romance! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Art by John Forte and Odgen Whitney. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. A woman is able to bring a strong man to tears; Circus performers find love; A runaway dog helps a woman find romance. Brain Or Brawn?; She's Wrong For You; Nurses Dilemma; Why Can't I Get a Man?; Television Feud; Romance Under the Big Top; Lost, One Dog... and a Heart! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Art by Ken Bald, John Rosenberger and Kenneth Landau. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. A woman cant stop thinking about the man who got away; Susie meets a man on a train and isnt sure if she loves him or fears him; Advice on securing a marriage proposal. The Man Who Got Away!; Little Hick; Moods Can Be Dangerous!; Man On A Train! Just For Love!; How To Make Him Propose!; Heart of a Nurse! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Bill Fix, John Rosenberger, Charles Sultan, Pete Riss, Sam Citron and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: Are you sure he's right for you? First read what happened to Phyllis Turner in "Like Unto Like!" with pencils by Bill Fix. Plus: 1-page text story "Romance of the Road!"; 1-pager "Class Celebrities" with art by John Rosenberger; "Love on Ice!" with art by Charles Sultan and Sam Citron; 1-page text story "A Kiss Is Worth Far More!"; "For the Love of Helene!" with art by Pete Riss; and 1-pager "How to Meet That Special Man!" with art by John Rosenberger. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Dick Beck, John Costanza and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: Jilted? It happens to many girls! If you want to know what to do about it, read..."Learn to Forget Him!" with art by Dick Beck and John Costanza. Plus: "Ivy Hates Paul!" with art by Dick Beck and John Costanza; 1-page text story "Without Fear"; 1-page text story "The Things That Count"; "That Girl's Got a Temper!"; and "Everyday Girl!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by John Rosenberger, Ogden Whitney and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: She'd dreamed of this moment! They were really engaged...at last. But if you want to avoid the pitfalls of romance, read..."Long Engagement!" with art by John Rosenberger. Plus: 1-page text story "Big Business"; "When the Crisis Comes..." with art by Ogden Whitney; 1-page text story "Cupid's Just Next Door!"; "The Woman in His Past!"; and "It's a Million to One!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by Richard Hughes. Art by John Rosenberger and others. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. A woman feels like she ruins every romance she gets involved with; Julie finds herself competing with a dead woman for a mans love; Advice on the pros and cons of playing hard to get. What's Ambition, Anyway?; Showoff; Haunted Love; Man's Man; Hard to Get!; Romance-Ruiner! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by Richard Hughes and Norman Fruman. Art by John Rosenberger and Pete Costanza. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. A woman gets involved with the wrong man; Babs must choose between a wealthy suitor and her childhood sweetheart; A reporter falls in love with the pro golfer she secretly exposed in a pseudonymous story. The Type That's Poison!; Old Maid; Everything or Nothing!; Meet the Right Guy; Reporter's Romance!; She's Prettier Than You! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: He believed in fate...and she was his fate! All her life, Lila had lost out on love! Read of her rapturous romance in "The Final Victory!" Plus: "The Love Philtre of Butch Heffelspan!"; 1-page text story "Mistaken Identity"; 1-page text story "Love Insurance"; 1-pager "Should You Compete?"; "That Man of Mystery!"; and 1-pager "What's Your Game?" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Harry Lazarus, Milt Knopf and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: A secretary who was crazy about her boss -- an amazing love story you'll be crazy about! Here it is -- "The Love of His Life!" with art by Harry Lazarus. Plus: "Little Girl Away from Home!"; 1-page text story "The Truth About Love!"; 1-page text story "Women Are Funny That Way!"; "Which Way My Heart!"; and 1-pager "Romance Rhyme" with art by Milt Knopf. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Art by John Rosenberger and Howard Alexander. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. A genius falls in love; Advice on not getting a bad reputation; A woman debates whether to date the executive she works for. Love Affair of a Genius!; New Neighbor; How to Get Yourself a Reputation!; Don't Get Mad, Lover!; I Don't Go Out with Executives!; Substitute Romance! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Ogden Whitney, Kenneth Landau, Harry Lazarus and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: She was a smart city girl...and she had to fall in love on a hayride! Here's the real lowdown on romance...in a story you'll remember forever -- "Cupid Is a Horse Named Bertram!" with art by Ogden Whitney. Plus: 1-page text story "Dominating Male"; "25 Men and Me!"; 1-page text story "Age of Chivalry"; "It's Not Too Late!" with art by Kenneth Landau; and "You'll Find Them in Every Office!" with art by Harry Lazarus. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Stories by unknown. Art by Kurt Schaffenberger and unknown. The magazine that dares tell the truth! In this issue: The path of true love didn't run smooth for Andrea! Learn why in a romance that packs a punch -- "Professional Man!" with art by Kurt Schaffenberger. Plus: 1-page text story "Birds of a Feather"; 2-pager "Where There's Life -- There's Love!"; "It's Love That Counts!"; 1-page text story "People Like Us Are Serious"; and "A Vote for Love!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.