Lovers' Lane (1949) comic books 1953-1955

Stories and art by Frank Bolle, Robert Martinott, Ken Landau and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. War widow Mary faces friction with new love Charles because she has two kids. Reporter Sally romances newspaper editor Jay, but when she fakes a story, their careers are shot. Blanche breaks up with Martin because he moves too fast, then becomes alarmed when her sister starts dating him. Test of Love; My Love Affair with a Bombshell; Where Lovers Meet; All I Want Is You; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Frank Bolle, Ralph Owen and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Ann should be happy with fiance Bob, but she can't help dreaming of an ideal lover who doesn't exist. Sparks fly when news photographer Terry is assigned to work with handsome reporter Rick on a kidnapping case, in the first part of a three-part story. Faded Southern belle Simone is torn between the ancestral home where her aging father lives, and her love for Gene, who wants to move on. My Dream Lover; Front Page Love Story; Love Divided; Repentance; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Photo cover by Black Box Studios. Stories and art by Ralph Owen, Allen Baron and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Struggling small-town actress Meg realizes that Broadway is a brutal world, just like hometown boyfriend Andy said. In the second part of "Front Page Love Story," news photographer Terry is torn between reporter Rick and rival newshound Rudy. Joan's parents don't want her to date Tom, but it turns out they have ulterior motives. Shattered Dreams; Broadway Scandal; Terry Sanders Outsmarts Herself; Boy Crazy; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by John Forte, Al Wenzel, Robert Martinott, Ralph Owen and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Through a convoluted series of events, Sherril takes the place of her dead friend, but when romance comes calling, she doesn't know how to reveal the truth. The conclusion of the three-part "Front Page Love Story" that began in issue #30, as news photographer Terry learns the truth about Rudy and decides between Rudy or Rick. Controlling Della marries Tom to keep him from straying, but he doesn't see it that way. Also featuring a vintage PSA for the Junior Red Cross and 1950s-era makeup advice. Front Page Love Story; Busy Junior Red Cross Councils; I Lived a Lie!; Spite Marriage; Makeup Tips and Tricks; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Photo cover by Black Box Studios. Stories and art by Dick Rockwell, Ralph Owen, Al Bare and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Actress Rona, burned by romances with theater boys, finds trucker Bill more to her liking. Rival ranchers Steve and Carol find their romance strained when Steve goes to work for Carol. Broken-hearted Sandy vows to never love again, but then Ken comes along. Don't Ever Leave Me; Could I Trust My Heart?; I Hated the Man I Loved; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Fred Kida. Stories and art by Ben Brown, David Gantz, Robert Martinott, and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. After her sweetheart is killed in the war, June goes to work in an aircraft factory and faces too much attention from her fellow workers. Sheila resists her friends' efforts to set her up with a guy, but Jerry is very charming. Carey thinks artist Sandy should focus on his straight job, but Bohemian Evelyn and her Greenwich Village pals encourage him to follow his dreams. The Odds On Love; Dont Let Me Love; Scheming Hearts; Greenwich Village Romance; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Fred Kida. Stories and art by Robert Martinott, Al Luster, Al Wenzel and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Lorry falls for bullfighter Johnnie in Mexico, but his dangerous profession threatens to split them apart. Eddie pretend-dates Jeanne to get her to take romance more seriously, and winds up falling for her for real. Kate dates the foreman at her father's logging camp, and a jealous lumberjack tries to sabotage the whole operation. Romance In Mexico; Should You Write a Love Letter?; Love's No Gamble; The Flirt; Surrender to Love; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bob Fujitani. Stories and art by Al Wenzel, Moe Marcus, Al Gordon, John Belfi and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Redheaded Kathy, daughter of a forest ranger, woos Wallace, but his selfish demands almost get them both trapped in a forest fire. Nurse Ann loves doctor Frank, but then handsome patient Tom winds up in their ward. Desert diner waitress Betty runs off with handsome stranger Earl, not realizing he's a crook on the lam until it's too late. Heartbreak Inn; I Sacrificed Happiness!; I Ran From Love; Dance Hall Girl; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Fred Kida. Stories and art by Charlie Tomsey, Al Bellman, Al Wenzel, Art Gates and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Judy wants the financial security of boring accountant Albert, but she really loves messy garage mechanic Mike. Womanizer Don tries to straighten up his act after he meets Sally. Ann pretends to be her roommate Vickie to correspond with overseas soldier Ted. A Stranger's Kiss; I Chose Love; Lady Killer; Secret Love; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Fred Kida. Stories and art by Bill Woolfolk, Al Wenzel, Jay Scott Pike, Robert Martinott and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Penny, an orphan, is so desperate for love that soon she has a bad reputation with the boys. Redheaded ice skater Rusty secretly loves her coach Mike, but he's all business. German immigrant Greta arrives in the US to be with Hal, only to find he's met someone else. Also featuring a vintage ad for a Tom Corbett, Space Ranger "Invisible Helmet." Love Starved; Love on Ice; Trust Your Love; Girl Unwanted; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bill Walton. Stories and art by Bill Walton, Bob Bean, Louis Zansky, and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Terry tries to keep her showbiz family secret from her boyfriend, in a story (and cover) featuring an appearance by a young Frank Sinatra. Belle and Dan have an epic soap-opera marriage that includes him losing a leg in Korea and her fling with a married friend, more like a Tennessee Williams play than a romance comic. Nightclub singer Beth flees her job and her fiance after cad George convinces her she's killed a man. Frank Sinatra Tells the Story... Her Secret; Jealous Revenge; Till Death Do Us Part; Eloise Taylor Talks About... Petting; Love Customs; Blackmail Proposal; Love Problems. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Fred Kida. Stories and art by George Tuska, Ann Brewster, Bill Walton, C. H. Moore, Kurt Schaffenberger and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. 1950s music star Frankie Laine (also featured in a photo on the cover) must resolve the misunderstanding that threatens to drive Jill and Doug apart. After smooching a married man in her office, Angie flees the resulting scandal and meets handsome but standoffish Jarman in Cape Cod. A month before her wedding, Joan's old flame comes back to stir up trouble, in a story featuring art by future Superman artist Kurt Schaffenberger. Plus 1950s-era advice on blind dates and going steady. Frankie Laine Tells About... Jealous Hearts; The Charm Clinic; Passion In the Storm; Haunted Heart; Strange Love Customs; Heart's Choice; Do's and Don'ts of Blind Dating; Eloise Taylor Talks About Going Steady. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bill Walton. Stories and art by Ann Brewster, Tony Cataldo, Carl Pfeufer, and Eloise Taylor. From the publisher of Crime Does Not Pay, Lover's Lane offered somewhat edgier, more lurid tales than other romance comics of the era. Real-life 1950s musical celebrity Ray Anthony appears in the story (and cover) to intervene when Marcy and David face the end of their romance and their musical act. Returning from military service in Korea, Tim learns Elva has moved on, so he dates librarian Janie. Dan fears he must leave Nancy rather than have her face the scandal that he's an ex-convict. Love Song for Two; Those Three Little Words; Eloise Taylor Talks About... A Lovelier You!; My Love Couldn't Wait; Man With a Past. Final issue of the series. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.