Life Story (1949) comic books 1949-1951

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. During a rough patch with her boyfriend Joe, Edith starts seeing bowtie-wearing Randy on the side. Carol is so obsessed with the romantic ideals of the past, she can hardly relate to the man she's with in the here and now. Helen enjoys walking in the rain and brooding over her loneliness, but that's how she meets handsome Tod, who comes to her aid when she twists her ankle. Plus an interview with movie star and Rat Pack member Peter Lawford. My Secret Love!; Exclusive Interview with Peter Lawford; Memory Lane; The Troubled Heart; None But the Lonely. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Selfish Mary figures out how to use the nearby orphanage to win a man, which works great until he finds out. Toni is perfectly comfortable doing "man stuff," like changing a spare tire on their date, but that messes with Rand's ideas of what women should be like. Sylvia dumps Adam when his business is failing, in favor of wealthy Joe, but it turns out she had feelings for Adam after all. Plus an interview with movie star Tom Drake. I Destroyed My Love; The Way of My Heart; Exclusive Interview with Tom Drake; On the Altar of Romance; Darling Mine. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Carol pushes her younger sister Edna to excel at the piano at the cost of her social life or love for Johnny, and is surprised when Edna finally rebels. Aspiring model Tina moves to the city to learn from her aunt Harriet, but when she steals Harriet's boyfriend Fred, she's gone too far. Circus aerialist Joan is displeased with her new partner Jerry, but when he's injured in a fall, she risks all in a dangerous act to aid his recovery. Plus an interview with screen legend Burt Lancaster, early in his career. No Life of Her Own; Too Young to Know!; Exclusive Interview with Burt Lancaster; Goodbye, My Love! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Dancer Ginny is dating ordinary joe Bert, but her way of talking down about "ordinary" people is off-putting. Nursing student Fran is disappointed that nursing is more work and less glamour than she expected - and then she meets handsome patient Homer Hotchkiss. Carol is used to getting her own way with Pete, but when she hinders his dream of opening his own store, she learns where his priorities lie. Plus an interview with screen legend Van Johnson. No Ordinary Girl; Angel of Mercy; Exclusive Interview with Van Johnson; Scorned; Her Own Way! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Eddie Robbins and Sheldon Moldoff. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Bernice likes to play armchair psychologist to her friends and their problems, but then she finds love, and she can't think her way through that. Selfish Carol blows off her social work for the disadvantaged for her date with Andy, but Andy doesn't think that's kosher. Lily has a weakness for a smooth talker, but then she meets a man who means more than simple flattery. Plus an interview with screen legend Alan Ladd. Admiration; Too Smart for Love; I Lived a Lie; A Love Symphony; Exclusive Interview with Alan Ladd; The Tormented Heart. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Lois's habit of spreading reckless gossip causes discomfort for her friends, and almost ends her relationship with Rex. Jealous nurse Carla suspects something's going on between her roommate and her boyfriend - but by the time she finds out it's a surprise party for her, it's too late. Farmgirl Amy falls for hired hand Vince, but her possessive nature keeps them from socializing with anyone else and drives a wedge between them. Plus an interview with actor Dane Clark and a pinup of "Heartthrob of the Month" Dennis O'Keefe. Gossip Girl; I Was Possessive; Exclusive Interview with Dane Clark; Doubtful Heart; Portrait of Julia. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bob Jenney and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. The opening caption of the first story says it all: "Kitty thought she could play with fire without getting burned. She felt herself immune to the exciting habits of the wrong kind of people. But too late, she found that the love that dwelt in her heart for teacher Paul had been blackened by the tarred brush of her association." Lydia falls for handsome trumpet player Ted, but she has a long memory for grievances and she doesn't forgive easily. Marlene disregards her parents' advice on love as old-fashioned, until she realizes they might know what they're talking about. Plus an interview with screen legend Gregory Peck, early in his career. I Gambled With Love; Exclusive Interview with Gregory Peck; Love Evens the Score; Modern Girl. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Jean likes bending the rules, but when she meets Dan, she learns that some rules aren't meant to be broken. Bette tells fibs that drive ex Tommy away from his new gal Doris, but soon her lies cause things to spin out of control. Helen is stingy in both matters of the wallet and matters of the heart. Plus an interview with screen legend Joel McCrea and a pinup of "Heartthrob of the Month" Dick Powell. Rebellious Heart; My Broken Vow; Love's Betrayer; Exclusive Interview with Joel McCrea; The Sparing Heart. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Lois's odd prejudices against redheads and other "types" of people damage her relationships, especially with redheaded Bill. Bonnie has trouble keeping her promises, and that affects her relationship with Jerry, especially when she neglects his younger sister. Kay lives in a coal town and has disdain for working-class Joes, but when she meets out-of-towner Dan, she doesn't realize that he's one too. Plus an interview with movie star Guy Madison. The Strange Delusion; Exclusive Interview with Guy Madison; The Entombed Heart; I Dreamed Life Away; My Perfect Love. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Claire tries to hide her sister Helen's kleptomania, but on a double date, things disappear and the truth quickly comes out. Gloria's obsession with fine jewelry affects her romance with Mack and her relationship with her struggling father, who could use the money more. Ruthie meets Steve by chance and begins dating him, but he's put off by her introverted personality. Plus an interview with movie star Jack Carson, and a PSA for U.S. Savings Bonds featuring the original Captain Marvel (Shazam). Love Rejected; Traitorous Heart; Passion for Diamonds; Exclusive Interview with Jack Carson; My Foolish Obsession. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. When Anita learns her aunt Cora wasted her life following a man around, she decides to take out her anger on all men. Actress Rita thinks theater manager Leonard is just trying to use her for free publicity, but he has a more personal interest. Sparks fly when angry loner Mickey meets boxer's sister Lucy. Plus an interview with movie star Helmut Dantine, and a PSA for U.S. Savings Bonds featuring the original Captain Marvel (Shazam). Malice Was My Sin; Counterfeit Love; Exclusive Interview with Helmut Dantine; Night of Heartbreak. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Eileen is eager to be the first of her friends to marry and have a big elaborate wedding, but she's not particular about her choice of husband. Rita falls for Jack, but she also dates his brother Bob, and sooner or later they're going to find out about each other. Diana doesn't believe in her inventor husband Phil's work, until it's too late. Plus an interview with Oscar-winner/B-movie legend Ray Milland. My Hearts Awakening; Deception; Between Two Brothers; Exclusive Interview with Ray Milland; Of Life and Love. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Wally Wood and Bob Powell. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. This particular issue features art from two future greats of the 1950s, Wally Wood and Bob Powell. Farm girl Nan falls for the handsome stranger she rescues from a car wreck. In the Wood story, tough girl Amy protects her J.D. brother from the law and collides with handsome attorney Stan. In the Powell story, teacher Helen falls for handsome fellow teacher Hank, but having his little brother in her class could cause conflict. Plus an interview with screen legend Gene Kelly! Another Spring; Exclusive Interview with Gene Kelly; Bittersweet Memory; No One but You; Dead End for Love. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Nancy falls hard for Ken, but her efforts to control his life just drive him away. Carl decides it's time to tell Claire about the woman he lost. Irene falls for co-worker Al, but when she's slighted, she can't forgive. Plus an interview with Sonny Tufts, future star of Cat Women of the Moon. My Fear-Filled Heart; Out of the Past; I Was Heartless; Exclusive Interview with Sonny Tufts; Farewell, My Fantasy. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. In an offbeat story, a male doctor in a women's prison falls for inmate Marie, but life has been too hard for her to love easily. Francine secretly resents her successful friend and housemate Dorothy, and it's worse when they both fall for the same man. Sue intends to marry her way to success, but handsome Lloyd isn't in her plans. A Heart in Chains; Girl Overboard; My Cruel Love; Misguided Values; Love Around the World. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze, Bernard Sachs and Myron Fass. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Carol meets Jack during a dance at the Gayland club, but it turns out he's looking for a partner for his dance act, not his love life. Heartbroken Julie decides to pawn her engagement ring, and meets handsome pawnbroker Dan in the process. Fern breaks away from her overprotective father, but it turns out he had reasons for his concern. Plus an interview with screen legend Paul Henreid. Strange Destiny; For the Love of Money; Loves Guiding Light; Exclusive Interview with Paul Henreid; The Wayward Romance; Romance Oddities. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Judith's marital bliss is spoiled by the knowledge that her husband Ned used to date Agnes, and she suspects he's not really over her. When Jim and Ellen's farm fails, it may spell the end of their marriage as well. Wowed by Don's fame as a star quarterback, Sheila marries him, but when his career is over, her love fades as well. Love on the Rebound; Heart of Despair; On Wings of Love; Until Death Do Us Part. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Ellen wants to adopt orphan Denny from the orphanage where she volunteers, but laws of the time don't allow unmarried women to adopt, so she convinces handsome Brad that she loves him. Alice falls for handsome country doctor Jon, but she hasn't been entirely honest with him. Eileen falls for Sid, but when he's injured, she goes to pieces. Plus an interview with screen legend Henry Fonda. Love Is Not Enough; Meeting at Night; Exclusive Interview with Henry Fonda; Fearful Deception; My First Romance. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Working on a remote island for Bruce, Ann decides to convince him to woo her by collapsing in his arms. Stella loves single father Chris, but feels threatened by his relationship with his son Jackie. Sally wants a better life for herself and Joe, so she tries to convince him to blackmail her boss after she learns of some shady dealings. Plus an interview with music legend Frank Sinatra. Goal of Glory; A Wronged Love; Exclusive Interview With Frank Sinatra; All or Nothing. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Factory girl Teresa loves teacher Gene, but fears she's not smart enough for him. Eileen loves Martin, a doctor, but when his surgery on her brother goes wrong, she says things she can't take back. Cannery worker Ann dates the owner's son Pete, and schemes to place her needs ahead of Pete's dreams. Plus an interview with movie stars Guy Madison and Gail Russell. Tears for Teresa; Too Young to Know; Exclusive Interview with Guy Madison and Gail Russell; Belated Sorrows. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Redheaded Dina and partner Jeff open a hamburger stand on the beach, but when she thinks he's taking advantage of her, she sells it to spite him, then realizes her mistake. In a Western tale, Carol, "as delicately beautiful as a prairie flower," falls for Clay, not realizing that he's an outlaw until it's too late. Jane feels threatened by Gerald's attention to his greenhouse business, so she tries to sabotage its success, but that won't go unnoticed. A Tainted Memory; Dawn of Despair; Loves Rival. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Rita falls in with a girl-gang that dates men and then robs them, but when she meets Mark, she wants to change her ways. Beauty queen Sue must pretend her fiance Bob doesn't exist as part of her management contract, a decision she later regrets. When ex-football star Jerry has a nervous breakdown after a career-ending injury, fiancee Alice decides she can no longer stand by him. A Tainted Memory; Dawn of Despair; No Love Without Faith; Loves Rival. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Marc Swayze and Bob Powell. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. In a story with moody, noirish art for a romance comic, Alicia gets herself into deeper and deeper trouble after accidentally absconding with the company's bank deposit, and her security-guard boyfriend Sid may not be able to get her out if it. Marge uses her beauty to attract a man who will take her away from her seaside fishing village, but a storm may destroy their chances for happiness, in a story by comics legend Bob Powell. Betty is a career girl and Mike doesn't have a problem with that, but when he gets a job in her department, conflict exists where none was before. Panic!; Love's Last Gesture; Steak and Potatoes; Case for Heartbreak. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and Bob Powell. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Carrie gets distraught when fiance Neely has to take in refugee relatives, thinking they are invading her happiness, but a near-accident on a mountain road gives her perspective. Valerie loves Greg, even though he's married to someone else, and her obsessive love risks destroying his marriage, in a story with art by Bob Powell. Jen rejects struggling musician Ted in favor of someone more successful, but later realizes Ted was the one all along. Bitter Triumph; Len McAllister; For One Alone: Sorrows Serenade Moment of Decision; Song of Heartbreak. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Judith returns to her hometown after a long absence, determined to get revenge on Arlene and steal Nick away from her. Andrea resents her mother's concerns as she starts dating and carousing with a hip young crowd, but she never thinks to ask why she's so concerned. Nurse Kay has a long string of failed romances with handsome patients, but she's hoping that Jerry will be the one who calls back when he's well again. Loves Last Rites; None So Blind; Gift Horse; The Only One. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bob Powell and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Judith escapes from a near date-rape and an auto crash, but in her shock, she believes that she's the one who did something wrong. Redheaded Gina owns a racecar, and when she falls for handsome driver Marty, it affects her love of the dangerous sport, in a story with art by Bob Powell. Janice secretly loves Ben, but she clings to her relationship with Lloyd out of spite. Barrier to Love!; Tension; Cruise for Romance; My Fatal Impulse. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Ray Bailey and Mike Sekowsky. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. A series of bad choices leads redheaded Francie from working in a lawyer's office to a stand-off between the cops and her gangster boyfriend. Reenie is torn between sorrow at the retirement of her father, a baseball legend, and attraction to Rip, his handsome protege. Gae finds a way to secretly loan Terry the money to stay in school, but this being the 1950s, Terry gets all bent out of shape when he finds out where the money came from. I Was a Gangsters Girl; Gone Is My Love; Rite of Spring; This Man Is Mine. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bob Powell and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Strong, willful Claire loves handsome Monty, who works in her father's factory, but workplace strife causes romantic tension, in a story with art by Bob Powell. Nan falls for handsome garage owner Bill, but when his shady past catches up with him, she thinks they should flee. Rejected by her handsome boss Ralph, redheaded Tania gets a broken leg in an accident, and imagines that her recovery will give her time to win him over. My Guilt; Remember the Day; Harvest Moon; Turmoil. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and - in the later issues - sometimes crime. Redheaded reporter Lora is intrigued by the retiring billionaire she's profiling, but gets a little too close to his handsome son. When her fiance Harvey is paralyzed in an accident, Mona is forced to admit she didn't really love him - a situation made worse when she falls for his handsome doctor. June falls for customs agent Dan when he catches her smuggling perfume over the Canadian border, but as their relationship develops, so does her smuggling career. Man of Action; Give Me Your Love; The Last Laugh; Tangled Lives. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bob Powell and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Massage therapist Harriet tries to steal away the boyfriend of her mentor Maxine, and the result is enough drama for a reality show, in a story with art by Bob Powell. Lila is prejudiced against European WWII refugee Joseph, but finds herself strangely attracted to him. Stunt-cycle rider Streak falls for fellow performer Jean, and tries to turn his life around after she's injured, in a rare romance story with a male protagonist. The Unloved; Design for Heartbreak; Alligator Tears; The Grandstander. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Marc Swayze and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Cora becomes a champion in the new sport of roller derby, but she's torn between childhood sweetheart Eddie, who promotes Cora's team, and his handsome assistant Neil. Trucking company owner Dorrie falls for one of her drivers, Dan, but an accident makes her see things with a new clarity. Ann schemes against handsome Dean, who inherited her intestate step-father's farm, but before her schemes bear fruition, she's fallen for him. Plus a pinup of " Glamour-Boy of the Month " Peter Lawford. I Was a Roller Derby Champion; Goodbye, My Love; Fish for Love; Heartbreak's Heir; The Grandstander. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bob Powell and others. Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and reconciliation. Kathy develops a fixation on David, but David doesn't know that Kathy's sister is his ex Laureen, who's been confined to an institution, in a story with art by Bob Powell. When Deena's writing career blossoms while her boyfriend Harvey is still struggling, it causes inevitable conflict. Jane seeks reconciliation with Dan, and luckily her brother knows them both. Plus a pinup of "Glamour-Boy of the Month" Alan Ladd. The Hidden Lie; All That Heaven Can Hold; Lady in Love; A World of Her Own. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Romance comics from Fawcett with tales of love, betrayal, heartache and - in the later issues - sometimes crime. Magician's daughter Janis helps gambler "Tony Curtis" with his stacked-deck schemes, but when she meets handsome Sam, she wants to go straight. Ava's beauty allows her to toy with men, until Jon wins her heart, but he's put off by her manipulative ways. Ann gets a job as a nanny for handsome widower Ralph and his young daughter Diana. Another Kind of Life; I Hate You, Darling; Model Romance; There Goes My Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.