True to Life Romances (1949) comic books 1951-1953

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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by Ken W. Fitch, Jay Disbrow, Louis Zansky and Wally Wood. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. After many letters to her beau Dan, stationed overseas, Toni finally decides to tell him the truth. Helen must choose between secret romance with Alan, whom she loves, or a public relationship with Theo, a man she tolerates, in a story with art by comics legend Wally Wood. Socially awkward redhead Linda sheds her glasses and becomes a sought-after beauty, but still can't win the man she loves. Take Back Those Words; How Cruel My Love; I Gave My Heart to One Man; I Waited for the Man I Love; My Empty Dreams. 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. A nurse is torn between a handsome patient and the man who loves her, but doesn't need her as much. A woman wonders if her luck with romance will ever change, in a story with art possibly by comics legends Wally Wood or Matt Baker. Unlucky Love; My Two Loves. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by L. B. Cole. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. Sylvia tells the scandalous tale of how she dated wealthy men for the gifts they gave her, in the provocatively titled " My Love Was for Sale." Biddie isn't sure how to counter the accusation that she married Ted for convenience. A couple elopes, but his wealthy, controlling family attempts to drive them apart. He Cast Me Aside!; My Love Was for Sale; I Played With Fire. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by Jay Disbrow and Ken Battefield. Romance comics with "real world" problems from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. Bill and Grant are so divided over Betty's love that they come to blows, and that's just the start of the story. Marilyn falls for Steve, but she can't guess at the secret that's keeping them apart. "Miss Ashton" provides vintage romantic advice and tips on overcoming shyness for readers. Also featuring a vintage ad for "Jail-Jamas... the provocative gift for prisoners of love": striped "jailbird" pajamas sold in His and Hers sets. Torn Between Two Loves; Love Questions; Advice for the Shy Girl; My Hour of Love; Heartbreak. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

L.B. Cole cover. Contains original and reprinted material as noted. In order of appearance: "A Wish For Love" art by Jay Disbrow; "My Heart Decided.." retitled and reprinted from "The Choice Was Mine!" in My Secret Life (1949 Fox) #25; and "I Couldn't Love...!!" retitled and reprinted from "I Had No Right To Love!" in My Secret Affair (1949) #1. "Love and Romance.." and "Beauty Hints" text articles. Indicia states "True-To-Life Romances". 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.