True to Life Romances (1949) comic books 1950-1952

Add to cart CGC 4.0 $400.00 View scans Paper: Off white to white Label #4065566013

NOTE: #9 on cover, but this is actually #2 for the True to Life Romances series. -L. B. Cole cover. "No. 9" on cover. All stories reprinted in Confessions of Love (1953 Star Pulbications) #11. In order of appearance: "Stardust Can Blind You" script by Kenneth William Fitch, art by Manny Stallman; "Farewell to Love" art by Alvin C. Hollingsworth; "Deadline for My Heart" art by Norman Nodel; and "Love's Crash Landing". "Heartbreak in the Village" text story. Indicia states "True-To-Life Romances". 36 pages. Full color. Cover Price $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart FR/GD 1.5 $249.95 or Best Offer View scan Lateral spine tearing. Cover detached at one staple and two center wraps detached. Water damage. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor. Other items consigned by humble cow

Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by Martin Rosenthal, Milt Hammer, Norman Nodel and Manny Stallman. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. Two people meet when she tows his car after it gets stuck in the mud, but she's not impressed even after learning he's a handsome banker. Exes are forced to work out their issues when they meet again as a pro boxer and sports reporter, featuring a classic panel of the teary-eyed gal in a filmy negligee, the back of one hand resting tragically against her face. Recuperating veteran Ben learns Margie has dumped him from the redhead who secretly loves him. The Bittersweet Trail; The Man Who Did Not Love Her; The Lady and the Hombre; Because I Once Loved. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by George Peltz and Manny Stallman. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. A couple tries to keep their date a secret from nosy friends and neighbors. Rancher Louisa is torn between cowpokes Fred and Phil, until a horse attack decides the matter. The Secret Date; Song At Twilight; Fear Haunts My Love; Break A Girl's Heart; A Gift of Roses. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart GD- 1.8 $169.95 or Best Offer View scan 4" cumulative spine split. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor. Other items consigned by humble cow

Cover by L. B. Cole. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. Hollywood comedian Jackie finds love with struggling starlet Brenda, but she has trouble getting close because he's always cracking jokes. Redheaded heiress Caroline loves middle-class John, but her wealthy family interferes, until her dying grandfather has the last laugh. Small-town sweetheart Ed wants to marry Sue, but she wants to see the world first. Love's Last Laugh; Legacy of Love; My Secret Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by L. B. Cole. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. Hollywood comedian Jackie finds love with struggling starlet Brenda, but she has trouble getting close because he's always cracking jokes. Redheaded heiress Caroline loves middle-class John, but her wealthy family interferes, until her dying grandfather has the last laugh. Small-town sweetheart Ed wants to marry Sue, but she wants to see the world first. Love's Last Laugh; Legacy of Love; My Secret Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

L.B. Cole cover. Contains original and reprinted material as noted. In order of appearance: "I Saved My Love for Him" art by Arthur Gates, retitled and reprinted with alterations as "When You Love Too Much..." in My Personal Problem (1955-56 Ajax) #4 and "At Long Last!" in Secret Love (1957 Four Star) #3; "I Wanted Two Men" retitled and reprinted from "I Wanted Both Men" in My Love Secret (1949) #26; and "My Bargain with Life" retitled and reprinted from "The Man I Wronged" in My Past (1949 Confessions) #8. "My Daring Date.." text story retitled and reprinted as "My Pickup Date" in Confessions of Love (1953 Star Pulbications) #12. Indicia states "True-To-Life Romances". 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart GD+ 2.5 $240.00 View scan 3" Cumulative spine split. Cover detached at one staple and coming loose at the other.

Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by Jay Disbrow and others. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. Prim Miss Carter meets a handsome stranger during a vacation at a dude ranch. Bob's neglected wife allows herself to be tempted by a redheaded stranger. My Desire for Love; For Love of Money; My Runaway Romance; Honeymoon Heartbreak; My Marriage Mixup. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by Jay Disbrow and others. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. Thinking of Jan, his sweetheart back home, is all that keeps a wartime soldier going. A woman feels that her beau doesn't make enough time for them to be together. A decorated veteran misleads his girlfriend about his tragic romantic past. Dream of Love; My Double Dilemma; Part Time Sweetheart; Tears of Joy; My War Hero's False Heartbreak. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by Jay Disbrow, Jack Kamen and Al Feldstein. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. War widow Lorna isn't sure that she can love again. A story with mildly risque pre-Code bad-girl art, as Wendy is shocked when she catches new hubby Bob enjoying a burlesque show - but the real problem is he hates living with her folks. A story with art by EC legends Jack Kamen and Al Feldstein. Saucy narration and swimsuit pose on the cover by L. B. Cole. My Love Was Auctioned; My Road to Heartbreak; Tears of Joy; Fool's Desire. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.