Sweethearts Vol. 2 (1954-1973) comic books 1955

Cover by Leon Winik and Ray Osrin. Sweethearts was the first monthly romance title. Redheaded car-hop Helen is torn between Bob with his jalopy and Lew with his limo, in a story with some nice good-girl (and good-car) art. Two friends make a bet on Beverly Bopworthy's chances in a violin contest. Plus an immortal love poem from India, land of the Kama Sutra, and a comics biography of war hero/movie star Audie Murphy. Runaway Girl; The Mistletoe; Be-Bop Bopworthy; Illustrated Great Love Poems: Indian Love Lyric; Romance on the Menu; Audie Murphy: Typical American in War and Peace!; Changing Styles in Glamour! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Leon Winik and Ray Osrin. Sweethearts was the first monthly romance title. Pathological fibber Judy finds that her embellishments might cost her the love of a truly genuine guy. Kathy falls for the handsome costumed guy she meets during Mardi Gras, but he has to leave before she can even learn his name. Love Walks in Truth!; Diane Carroll Says; My Masquerade. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

"The Heart's Surrender"; Elaine yearns to become a stewardess and leave behind her boring job and boring steady date, but is hampered by her negative attitude; Then her roommate introduces her to a handsome pilot. "The Happiness and Heartbreak of Vicki Carter: Love's Sacrifice" text story. "Poetic Love: She Was a Phantom of Delight"; Illustrations aligned to William Wordsworth's poem. "Poetic Love: A Gleam of Sunshine"; Illustrations aligned to William Wordsworth's poem. "Memory Lane"; Carol meets the man of her dreams, but is unable to enjoy what she has because of her incessant nostalgic longing for a romanticized past. Plus: letters page "Ask Diane Carroll"! And: 1-page text article "Diane Carroll Says." 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Ken Battefield and others. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Joan loves Bob, whom she met in an orphanage when they were children, but their path to romance is plagued by false starts and family drama. An "exclusive" interview with Hollywood romantic lead Van Johnson (actually reprinted from Motion Picture Magazine). Ginger's fiery temper is out of control, but she doesn't realize it until she totals both Bill's car and their relationship during a fight. My Fabulous Heart; Exclusive Interview with Van Johnson; My Words Condemned Me; Betrayed by My Temper. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Art Gates and Anne Fielding. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Sad-eyed Bette returns to the seaside hometown she'd tried to move away from, and falls for the handsome amnesiac who wanders into her diner. In another story, Betty gets some pointed love advice from her mom. Ruth's dreams of a great romance from the days of chivalry almost blind her to the charms of Mel, right in front of her. Lost Interlude; Love Was at a Standstill; Belle of the Ball; I Lived in the Past. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jon D'Agostino. Stories and art by Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio, Bill Molno and Ken Battefeld. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Joan fears she's getting bored with fiance Ted and their couple-friends, Ann and Sandy. Mary realizes her long-distance romance with Marv isn't working when she finds an unsent letter Marv was writing to her. Donna fears that her bad luck affects everyone and everything around her, especially her love life, and then she meets Frank at her new job. Love Is Where You Find It; He Turned Against Me; Long Distance Wife; The Extra Guest; A Wayward Heart. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.