Young Love (1949-1957) comic books 1953-1955

Art by Bill Walton, Bob McCarty, John Prentice, Mort Meskin and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #41 on cover; Vol. 4, issue #11 in indicia. An American soldier in occupied Berlin falls for Greta, but can't bear to tell her he killed her brother. Fran loves no-good Phil, but he's always on the lookout for the next hustle. Nightclub cigarette girl Janie is looking for a rich husband, but she thinks playboy Randy isn't it. Forget Me, Fraulein!; Beauty Aids; Poor Risk for Marriage; A Husband's Ideal; Part Time Charmer!; Loving Is Believing; Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic. 40 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by Bill Draut, Morris Waldinger, John Prentice, Mort Meskin and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #42 on cover; Vol. 4, issue #12 in indicia. A hitchhiking waitress and the trucker who picks her up find themselves in a tight spot. Dale is afraid her own reputation will be tainted after her sister is involved in a scandal. Jerry becomes intrigued with the frumpy woman working in his sweatshop. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Girl Hitchhiker!; Sincerely, Sue; Scarlet Sister; Your Wardrobe; Horoscope Marriage!; The Outsider; The Creep!; Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic. 40 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Photo cover. "Teen-Age Widow," script and art by Jack Kirby; 17-year-old Clara marries Ken before his military deployment; On their honeymoon, hes reported killed in an avalanche; Clara takes a job as governess for widower Tods daughter so she can remain at the site until Kens body is recovered in the spring, but stays on even afterwards; Tod introduces Clara to his employee Herb and they date, but Herbs mother disapproves. "You're Engaged" advice article. "The Wonderful Person!", script by Natalie Krigstein, art by Bill Draut; Ella works for Bill, a middle-aged newcomer who appears to be altruistically helping improve their small town; She admires Bill and even falls in love with him, so she refuses to listen to her boyfriend Jim, who claims Bill must have ulterior motives. "Marriage to a Tree!" one-page non-fiction story. Untitled Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story, art by Jack Kirby; Thelma has received marriage proposals from handsome football player Eddie and nice, studious assistant librarian Morton; She asks Nancy Hale which one she should marry. "Coiffure Magic" advice article, art by Mort Meskin. "Girl Friday!", art by John Prentice; Ella has been Berts private secretary for 8 years; she loves him, but hes already married; After Berts invalid wife dies, Ella encourages him to take a vacation; Bert returns with a new, young girlfriend, Maude. 44 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by Al Eadeh, Mort Meskin and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #44 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #2 in indicia. Two auto mechanics are both secretly in love with the boss's daughter, Mary. Champion swimmer Julie is forced to choose between her sport and the man she loves. Fran is torn between her boyfriend and his flirty brother. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Also featuring a vintage ads for the book "How to Get Along with Boys," "How to Get Along with Girls" and "How to Write Thrilling Love Letters." Unspoken For!; Green-Eyed Monster; Facts on Love; What's Mine is Yours!; Glasses Win Glances; Once a Champion. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by Bill Draut, John Prentice and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #45 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #3 in indicia. Cora learns Floyd's secret, and it threatens to tear their marriage apart. To date Ella, Steve must win over her bratty little brother, who looks like Dennis the Menace. Nancy's new hubby Joe is terrible with money, so they have to move in with Nancy's folks. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Terrible Secret!; The Mean Little Cupid!; Boy-Crazy; I Like It Here!; Something Special; Stab in the Back! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Natalie Krigstein, Bill Draut, Al Eadeh, Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #46 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #4 in indicia. Trudy's dalliance with a strange boy leads to a fight and a scandal. Diner waitress Sally takes a shine to unemployed Doug, and helps him get his life together. A long-distance love triangle develops among three ham-radio hobbyists. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Ashamed to Face Him!; The Perfect Setup!; Blueprint Husband; Out of the Blue!; Hey, Hold It!; The Hard Guy! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by John Prentice and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #47 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #5 in indicia. Marcy doesn't know how to tell the handsome sailor she just met that she's engaged. Amy is concerned when best pal Nancy starts dating a ladies' man. A reporter's wife fears for his safety when he investigates mob figures. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Too Late to Tell Him!; Farewell Note!; Young Love's Fashion Corner; That Other Girl!; The Web We Weave!; One to Make Ready; Out All Hours! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Photo cover. "Don't Wait for Me!", pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Joe Simon; Russ goes off to fight in Korea, leaving his girlfriend Amy behind; Matt, an Army friend of Russ, visits Amy and says Russ hasnt written because he was wounded; Matt falls in love with Amy. "The Marrying Kind," pencils by Jack Kirby; 18-year-old Lucy decides to marry Bob, an older crew member shes just met on a cruise; Her older sister opposes the match, but when she meets the handsome ships captain she finds romance of her own. "Let's Go Dutch" advice article. "Cold Shoulder for Two!", pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by George Roussos; Jerri and Patrice are both dumped by their boyfriends; Jerri falls into depression and her "continued morbid behavior" leads to "a state of collapse!" Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic advice column, pencils by Jack Kirby. "How Can You Pretend About Love!", art by John Prentice; Sherry and Jeff are engaged but shes adopted and wonders who her real parents might be; She thinks she might be of "aristocratic stock"; Her adopted parents give Jeff the address of Sherrys mother: she lives in a slum and is an aged slattern. "Love, Honor and Betray!", art by Bill Draut; Alans wife dies in childbirth and he is bitter; he leaves the child behind and goes to South America to work for 3 years; Alan returns and wants to claim Steve, but Jean is his legal guardian and wont give him up; Alan romances Jean and marries her so he can claim his son. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by John Prentice, Bill Draut and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #49 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #7 in indicia. Poverty-stricken Milly doesn't think she's good enough for wealthy Robert. Lorna is torn between practical farmer Andy and pie-in-the-sky dreamer Joe. A widow and widower marry, but he's still haunted by his first wife. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Riff-Raff; Taken for Granted; Highway of Dreams!; The Doormat; Spit and Polish; Ghost of His First Love! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by Bob McCarty, Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #50 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #8 in indicia. Kay marries Charlie while Hank is stationed overseas, but Hank swears to get her back. Norma becomes a business tycoon by running a chain of hot-dog stands. A drifter tries to win over his puritanical female boss on a tropical island plantation. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Wedding Present; It's Our Anniversary!; Norma the Queen of the Hot Dogs!; He's Gone!; Two Kisses for Your Anniversary!; Good Manners Will Make You Rate With Your Date; Well Groomed; Miss Puritan! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by Bob McCarty, Mort Meskin, Bill Draut, Al Eadeh and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #51 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #9 in indicia. Terry questions her own motives in marrying wealthy Colin. Nurse Lois knows that handsome patient Grant is suffering from a broken heart. Redheaded speed demon Ellen meets handsome cop Ben while street-racing in her souped-up jalopy. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. To Marry For Money; The Will To Love; Roughhouse Ready; Give Me Your Blessing; What Advice Would YOU Have Given?; Speed! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Art by Bob McCarty, Bill Draut, and Bill Benulis. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #53 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #11 in indicia. Davis learns too late that Mona must control everything in her life. Jilted Sheila can't let go, in a story with exceptionally nice art by Bill Benulis. Della can't help falling for Lee's smooth lines. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Smother Love; You'll Be Sorry; Charm; Love Isn't Enough; Good Manners Will Make You RATE with Your Date; Shyness; Sweet Talking Man. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by Bill Draut and John Prentice. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #54 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #12 in indicia. Angela's jealousy pushes Bert into Ruth's arms. Small-town shopkeeper Kitty shelters a handsome fugitive from justice. Bad girl Mona falls for straight-arrow Mart. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Ill Make You Pay!; Kisses from a Stranger; Love Thy Neighbor; Shameless!; Good Manners Will Make You Rate with Your Date; Walking; Love Me — Love My Family. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Prentice. Art by Bill Draut, John Prentice and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #55 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #1 in indicia. Members of teen-age girl gangs fight over a man. Meg feels guilty for loving widower Neil while his wife was still dying. Julie is shattered when her ex gets engaged to someone else. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Priceless bad-girl cover by John Prentice. The Guilt in My Heart; Eat the Alphabet; Another Girl's Engagement Ring!; Love War; Ready for Freddie; Bad Penny. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Mort Meskin. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #56 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #2 in indicia. A woman is afraid her sister Jill will break the heart of the man she herself loves. A girl regrets running off to elope with bad-boy Rod, when she learns about the murder he committed. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Two Sisters — One Man; Too Young to Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Prentice. Art by Bob McCarty, John Prentice and Mort Meskin. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #57 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #3 in indicia. A couple plans to run off and get married, but ends up in jail instead. A woman finds herself in a compromising position with an aspiring writer. Distraught over losing her husband, Anne gives up their baby for adoption. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. A Happy Ending; Life of the Party; Hurry Up Marriage; Another Woman's Baby; Carbon Copy; Beaten Woman. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by John Prentice. "The Unblessed Events," art by Bill Draut; Teenager Sherry is mortified when her mother and father announce that theyre having another baby; Sherrys boyfriend Joe doesnt understand why Sherry is so upset; she even moves out of the house and gets a job. "A Man To Marry!", art by Ernie Schroeder; Studious Hal proposes to fellow college student Julie, but she is Steves girlfriend; Steve is overbearing and possessive; Steves mother says she was courted by her husband and by Ed, 20 years before: she preferred Ed, but Steves father swept her off her feet. Julie chooses Hal. "Conversation Pieces" article by Nancy Hale. "Perfect Lady!", art by John Prentice; Former artist Larry is now down-and-out, after being jilted by singer Joan; Doris, who lives in the same boarding house, nurses Larry back to health from pneumonia; Doris gets Larry an art commission from the ad agency where she works, but he says he cant draw anymore. "A Lesson in Love!" one-page story, art by Art Gates. "I Was Heartsick!" one-page story, art by Art Gates. "Firm Foundation" article by Charmaigne. "Live, Love and Be Married!", pencils by Mort Meskin, inks by George Roussos; Wayne and Ginny get married on a whim and move into an old house that needs work; Wayne cant keep a job because his "heart isnt in it!"; Ginny is consoled by her boss George; Wayne demands his share of his inheritance from his brother and buys a greenhouse. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Prentice. Art by John Prentice and Mort Meskin. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #59 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #5 in indicia. Ted's wife Carol tires of his overwork and finds a new man to spend her evenings with. Edith sets her sights on Russ, even though he's already engaged to Alice. Myra flips out when her sister Sharon starts dating the guy who dumped her. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Neglected Wife; Special Occasion; Woman Driver!; Little Cheat!; Girlfriend Wanted; Little Miss Know-It-All! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Prentice. Art by John Prentice, Dick Malmgren and Mort Meskin. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #60 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #6 in indicia. Janet fears losing her man to the one woman who knows her dark secret. A woman feels that her reputation has been destroyed by scandal. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Outcast!; Summertime; I'll Tell on You; Desperate to Marry; Penny Wise; Positively Yours; One Woman Man! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bill Draut. Art by Jo Albistur, George Roussos, Mike Roy and Mort Meskin. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #61 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #7 in indicia. A woman fears losing her sister to the one man who can destroy her reputation. Peggy falls hard for Frank, but he's just after a good time. Square Ken lectures Louise for running with a fast crowd. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Just For Kicks; Skillful Shopper; Mother Never Told Me!; Miss Moneybags; Ready for Marriage?; Tragedy for Three! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Prentice. Art by W. G. Hargis, Bill Draut, Art Gates, Leonard Starr and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #62 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #8 in indicia. Marsha fools Johnny with her innocent act. A modern-day Cinderella story plays out among three sisters. Ann can't let herself love again after losing test pilot Rex. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Cinderella's Sisters; So Little Time For Love; The Jones Boy; Teen-Age Temptress; Too Darned Innocent; Summer Hair; My Scheming Sister. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Bill Draut. Art by Pete Morisi, Bill Draut, Art Gates, Myron Fass, Ross Andru and Mike Esposito. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #63 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #9 in indicia. Sue is torn between her bedridden husband and the man she really loves. College gal Louise goes for shallow football hero Kurt instead of stable Bob. Habitual liar Jane risks losing the man she loves, in a story featuring an image of the main characters actually surrounded by hundreds of floating hearts. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Another Love; Beauty Tips; The Kid Next Door; College Romeo; Lovely Liar; Live a Little; Romantic Free-for-All! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bill Draut. Art by Bill Draut, Jo Albistur and Ann Brewster. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #64 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #10 in indicia. Cindy can't tell her cousin Marge that she's fallen for Marge's boyfriend Harry. Ellie gets attention by pretending to be helpless, but Bill starts to see through her game. Classic romantic firefighter rescue cover by Bill Draut. Also, the first issue with the Comics Code seal on the cover. Kissing Game; Hair Care; Weeping Widow; Love Me, Love My Sister; Feel Beautiful; Lovely Little Faker. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Mort Meskin. Art by Bill Draut, Jo Albistur and Carl Pfeuffer. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #65 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #11 in indicia. June breaks off her engagement with enlisted Phil, but he's not ready to let her go so easy. Neglected Bobbie grows up to be a party girl, but that's no way to find lasting love. Beth gets in over her head when she pretends to be a worldly woman. Who Keeps the Faith; Career Girl; The Wild One; Foolishly Wise; In Fashion; Get Out of Town. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Mort Meskin. Art by Bill Draut, Bob McCarty and John Prentice. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #66 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #12 in indicia. Martha sees a cruel chance to get Bob back after his wife dies. Nurse Jane Foster (no relation to the Marvel character) is torn between doctor Richard and pilot Steve Martin. Karen is keeping her first marriage secret from her fiance, but then her ex-husband shows up. Just for Spite!; Remember Me?; How About a Date?; A Big Mistake; Till the End of Time; Dream Girl; Smile and Tell; Past Mistakes!; The Proposal. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Mort Meskin. Art by Mort Meskin and others. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #67 on cover; Vol. 7, issue #1 in indicia. Ginny is happy to marry Bill, but friend Hilda sees trouble ahead. Madge fears losing Don when his ex Rita returns to town. Jo struggles to cope when her husband faces heart surgery. Hazardous Honeymoon; Wanda Wright Says; Change of Heart; One Summer Song; Parents and Dating; The Desperate Time. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.