Young Love (1949-1957) comic books

Add to cart GD+ 2.5 $90.00 View scans 3/4" Cumulative spine split.

Photo cover. Entire issue overseen by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. "For Handsome Men Only!", art by Bruno Premiani; Connie chooses artist Don over his businessman brother Norman because Don is more handsome; They become engaged but Connie learns Don is a no-talent freeloader who has been cheating on her, while Norman is a kind, reliable fellow. "Taken For A Ride!", art by Bill Draut; Young engineer Bill dates Edith, but her expensive tastes strain his meager salary; He spends all of his savings and even takes out a loan; Hes fired when his boss finds out, and Edith dumps him; Bill gets a manual labor job and is befriended by diner waitress Betty. "The Life of the Party!", pencils by John Giunta, inks by Manny Stallman and Joe Simon; Bill and April are engaged, but he leaves to work in Alaska for two years, to save money so they can be married "years sooner!"; 18 months later, he writes and breaks up with her; April resumes her social life and tries to be the "life of the party" but cant forget Bill. "The Beauty Salon" one-page story. "My Promise!", pencils by George Gregg and Jack Kirby, inks by George Gregg; Sallys fiancé Bob leaves to study in France for 2 years, and makes her promise to be faithful to him; Sally meets new town dentist Terry and they fall in love, but she resists. "The Trouble With Julie" text story, art by Jack Kirby. "The Boarder and Baby Sister!", art by Bruno Premiani; Vic returns to her hometown after working as a model in New York; Her mother and younger sister Jan run a boarding house, and Vic meets handsome tenant Guy; Guy plans to open a dress store and offers Jan a job as his assistant and model. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Jack Kirby and Joe Simon. Art by Bill Draut, Vic Donahue, Mort Meskin, and Leonard Starr. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. No issue number listed on cover; Vol. 2, issue #6 in indicia. Actors who can't stand each other must play a romantic scene together. Phyllis is smitten with ladies' man Bill, who's already broken her best friend's heart. Judy falls for Dave, who resembles her departed sweetheart Scott. Smooth Operator!; The Love Fakers!; Are You Welcome?; One Mad Moment!; Because You Look Like Him!; Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic; Summer Beauty Tricks by Charmaigne; Her Kind of Man! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart GD 2.0 $40.00 View scan Lateral spine tears. Two center wraps detached at one staple. Water damage. Residue.

Cover by Jack Kirby. Art by Bill Draut, 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 #16 on cover; Vol. 4, issue #4 in indicia. Jack is concerned about Merry's wild friends, but she rejects his controlling behavior. Claire fears for her fiancee's health because he plays football with a heart condition. Tom falls for his mother's maid Gerta, but both fear her disapproval. The Reformer; Bring A Friend; Will You Help Me?; It's The Little Things; The Upstairs Maid; When He Begins To Tire; Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic; Huntress. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Jack Kirby. Art by John Severin, Mort Meskin, 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 #17 on cover; Vol. 2, issue #11 in indicia. Mildred hopes Scott's money will get her out of poverty, but he's got a couple of surprises for her. Janie fakes a fiancee to impress her friends, but scares off the man who actually loves her. Bitter redhead Della doesn't trust any man - even the one she should. The Quiet One; I Saw Him First; Will You Help Me?; The Blind Date; Go Home and Grow Up; Personality Plus; I Promised Never To Marry; She Loves Too Wisely. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Art by Bill Draut, John Prentice, Mort Meskin, Marvin Stein 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 #23 on cover; Vol. 3, issue #5 in indicia. Edie says whatever will win a guy's attention, even if it's a lie. Paul gives his maid Peggy a "My Fair Lady" makeover, and inevitably falls for her in the process. Warning signs of bad boyfriends and other love advice. Also featuring a vintage ad that offers to help women and men gain weight, a sign of its times. Maid to Order!; Does He Treat You Right?; Will You Help Me?; Cradle Robber!; Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic; In Love With Two; Wrong Number!; Half an Hour To Beauty; Nag, Nag, Nag! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Art by Bill Draut, John Prentice, Mort Meskin, Marvin Stein and George Roussos. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #24 on cover; Vol. 3, issue #6 in indicia. A pro gambler decides to go straight after he falls in love. Nancy Hale gives advice to girls who are thinking of eloping. A soldier stationed on the remote tropical island Bongao is accidentally betrothed to a local. I'll Bet My Love!; Glorify Your Hair; Left at the Altar!; Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic; Don't Tell on Me!; Don't Get Serious; Native Wedding! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Art by John Prentice, Bill Draut, Mort Meskin, and George Roussos. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #27 on cover; Vol. 3, issue #9 in indicia. Helen fears that Rick is planning to dump her. Gayle wants to romance klutzy Clark, but she has to keep saving him from disaster. Ruth is bored with the same old pick-up lines. Also featuring a vintage ads for the book "How to Get Along with Boys" and "How to Hypnotize" (!). The Brush Off!; Save Me! Lose Me!; You Can Look Like A Glamour Girl for Under $10; Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic; Love Proof!; Are You Good Marriage Material?; The Way They Met!; More About Beauty; Fresh as Daisy! 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Art by George Roussos, Mort Meskin, 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 #35 on cover; Vol. 4, issue #5 in indicia. Jimmy determines to win Martha away from her disabled fiance Steve. Bill is a little too trusting where Charlie and his girlfriend are concerned. Country girl Marcy starts to run with a fast crowd that likes to jitterbug and race their jalopies. The Lonely!; Mind Your Manners!; Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic; Heart of Gold!; More Than Beauty by Charmaigne; Fast Crowd! 44 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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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.

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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.

Add to cart GD 2.0 $7.00 View scan .5" Spine split from top. Centerfold detached at one staple. Staple rust.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.