Sweethearts Vol. 2 (1954-1973) comic books 1956-1969

Cover by Dick Giordano and Jon D'Agostino. Stories and art by Edgar Allan Poe, Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Bill Molno and Dick Giordano. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Eve thinks she and Jimmy are too young to think about marriage before high-school graduation, but Jimmy disagrees, in a story that shows the Charlton influence, for better or worse. Shy Jack struggles to let Merry know how he feels about her. Sally finds handsome boy-next-door John boring, and dates loser Eddie instead, but a storm at sea shows her which one she can depend on. A comics version of the classic love-and-loss poem by Edgar Allan Poe, "Annabel Lee." Too Young; Shy in Love; Annabel Lee; The Love Hydrant; Return Match; Love's Stormy Path; The Big Diamond; Love Finds No Fault; Stand-by Date; Helpful Hannah and Harriet. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover pencils by Dick Giordano, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Shattered Dream," pencils by Charles Nicholas, inks by Vince Alascia; After her father goes bankrupt and has a nervous breakdown, Claire gives up her college plans and is hired for "bench work" at a factory by foreman Sam; Claires boyfriend Tom dumps her; Claire meets Frank at a party of her former, upper-class friends, and is ashamed to admit shes a factory worker. "My Two Selves"; Beth is considered a "bookworm" by her crush, study partner Rick, but other boys like Nat and Burt find her attractive and fun when she lets her hair down; Rick discovers he likes the "new" Beth in a romantic way, but she wants to be loved for her true self. "The Love Bug" text story. "Mask For Love," pencils by Charles Nicholas, inks by Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio; Boxer Shane meets upper-class Lauren when he rescues her from her wrecked car, but their personalities clash; Lauren is repulsed when she attends a boxing match and thinks Shane is a dumb thug. "I Knew You Wouldn't Call," pencils by Charles Nicholas; Engineering student Paul and Jane have a summer romance; He returns to school in the fall but promises to call her. "Course of True Love," pencils by Charles Nicholas, inks by Vince Alascia; Lawyer Ray returns from military service and is reunited with his sweetheart Sally; Wealthy widow Jane becomes Rays most important client and monopolizes his time; Sally and her mother leave to help Aunt Mary run the family farm after her uncle has a stroke. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, and Dick Giordano. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Distraught over her dead-end job as an "elevator operator," struggling artist Lois can't bring herself to date handsome Phil, who is also an elevator operator. Joan hits it off with Tom on their blind date, then agonizes when he doesn't call the next night. Sandra plans to marry rich, handsome Jack, but wonders why he never lets her meet his mother...until she meets her. Going Up; Little White Lie; True Love; You and Your Prince Charming; Letter on a Rainy Day; Restless Heart; At First Sight. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, and Sal Trapani. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Nancy dreams so much of the mythical "Mr. Right" her mother told her about, she ignores handsome Dale and his entreaties to dinner and date. College student Emily is on cloud nine dating handsome jock Larry, and hardly notices that her old friend Paul (who looks exactly like '50s-era Clark Kent) is smitten with her. Mary judges every guy she dates by how well he'll make a future husband and father, which kind of spoils the mood. I'll Know My Love; Gigolo on Horseback; Love Is in the Heart; Two and Two Make Five; Rotten Luck; Blueprint for Love; The Outdoor Girl; An Older Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover photo features '50s teen heartthrob Sal Mineo. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas and Sal Trapani. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Redheaded Eileen is ready to marry Dan, her high-school sweetheart, until wealthy Miss Rink casts doubt on their future together. A woman is outraged to see Burke the elevator operator repeatedly kissing a female resident of his building. (It's his wife.) Cleo is engaged to George, but then she meets his handsome brother Andy during the wedding preparations. One Last Kiss; The Easy Path; A Furtive Kiss; Happy Houseboat; A Greater Love; Conflict. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Bill Molno and Sal Trapani. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Jim loves beautiful Doris, but she's bored with small-town life and ready to get out and experience the world. After Babe is caught by the other office workers kissing handsome Henry, she pretends it was a joke, but that just breaks his heart. Lila avoids the guy her dad is setting her up with by going to an off-season hotel, where she meets handsome Red, and finds the love she was avoiding. Plus a biography of '50s teen idol Tommy Sands. The Lovely Rebel; Laughter… Then Tears; Glamor Boy; The Tommy Sands Story; Chance Meeting; Anothers Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, and Sal Trapani. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Ellen loses Gus to Corinne, whose father can grant him a powerful position, but Ellen's convinced he doesn't really love Corinne. Marion smells the wrong perfume on her husband Frank's shirt and is convinced he's having an affair, so she pretends an affair of her own. Clair has a lifelong crush on football hero Flash, five years her senior, but when they finally date, it's disappointing... or is it? A New Love; The Gift of Faith; The Shy Casanova; True Love; Hero Worship; Freedom to Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia, with a photo of Ricky Nelson. Stories and art by John Tartaglione, Vince Alascia, and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Bohemian dancer Sara falls for square TV producer Sheppard, and wonders if they can make it work despite their wildly different lifestyles. Linda falls for handsome Howie on their date, but she doesn't understand his stand-offish behavior. Redheaded Ruth is studying wildlife of the desert when she meets rugged Clint, who thinks the desert is no place for a woman. Plus a biography of '50s teen idol Ricky Nelson. Love Is a Gamble; The Serious Type!; Spoiled; Ricky Nelson; Desert Romance; Tears of Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jon D'Agostino. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, Vince Alascia, and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Ginny treasures a stuffed panda Tim won for her when they were first dating, but as their marriage disintegrates, the panda goes missing. Sally is ready to marry wealthy lawyer Ben, but her old friend Dave warns her that Ben is too self-centered. Rhonda fears for Vince when he plays sports, because she lost her first boyfriend Tommy in a skiing accident, and she doesn't know how to tell Vince about Tommy. Plus a vintage PSA for church attendance ("Worship together this week") and the March of Dimes. A Token of Love; Will You Love Me Ever?; His and Her Honor; My Fearful Heart! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano, with a photo of Pat Boone. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, John Tartaglione, Vince Alascia, and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Verna can't stop thinking about Ralph, but he only stops by her antique shop when it's raining. Doris prefers to play the field, until she meets handsome med student Garth. Beth lives in a seaside resort town, where she's torn between local Allan and vacationing dreamboat Kenneth. Plus a vintage PSA, Janice Has a Date and 'Fun with Pop'. Too Many Sweethearts; Rainy Day Sweetheart; Be Patient with Me; Charcoal Broiled Chicken; Wave of Love; Janice Has a Date and 'Fun with Pop'; The Meaning of Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover inks by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, John Tartaglione, Vince Alascia, and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Laura's shyness is so pronounced that her parents hire a specialist: enter handsome Bill. Redheaded Sheila searches for her missing beau Bob, unaware that he's an amnesiac after a robbery gone wrong. Steve breaks up with Freda after she flirts with another man, and she can't stop thinking about him. Shortcut to a Career; Shy Girl; The Third Rose; Cute Cloud; First Heartbreak, Then Love; The Haunted Heart! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano, with a photo of Jimmy Rodgers. Stories and art by Dick Giordano, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Claire decides to test Brook's love for her by pretending to date someone else, just to see how he'll react. Lois must care for her invalid husband Jeff after an accident, and a friend asks if this is the married life she pictured for herself. After Rita gets her picture taken with a star musician, she fabricates an entire relationship for the benefit of her friends. Plus a profile of musician Jimmie Rodgers, the "Sweetheart of the Month." Love Test; ... Or for Worse!; Darling Artie; Sweetheart of the Month: Jimmie Rodgers!; The Opportunist; Love Is a Sudden Thing! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Dick Giordano, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, Vince Alascia, and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Marie is torn when she's attracted to the man who arrested her brother, in a story that may be the work of noted good-girl artist Matt Baker. Jane decides to play "hard to get" with Bill, but she shouldn't toy with his emotions. Eva falls for Bob, but first she must find out if the rumors about him are true. Plus a vintage PSA, Janice Has a Date and 'Fun with Pop'. Pity Isn't Love; Love Is a Game; Scandal; Ashamed; The Boy Next Door. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover inks by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. A woman's scarf leads to romance, but later, his loss of interest in the scarf suggests to her that he's getting ready to move on. After a big fight, redheaded Gina remembers her first dates with Neil. Sharon loves football player Jack, but he has no confidence in himself, so she sets out to change that. Plus vintage advice for readers on money and marriage. The Scarf; He Loves Me Not; Money Matters May Mar Marriage; Playing the Part; The New Dress. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Nobody understands why Dory won't marry her small-town boyfriend Fred - least of all Fred - but she wants something more than life in Plainville. Nurse Donna falls for handsome patient Bud, but then she meets his controlling Aunt Mae. Janet works in a truck stop and has put her country-club days behind her, until she meets her old boyfriend Sam, who is still part of the upper class. Plus a vintage full-page ad for a home-study course in nursing ("Enjoy steady pay every day as a Nurse"), right in the middle of the nurse story. The Man I Love; The Wrong One; The Biggest Treasure of All; I Don't Belong. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover inks by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, Jon D'Agostino and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Betty has social anxiety and can't tell handsome new neighbor Larry how she feels about him. Reporter Ann interviews local hero Cliff and finds him a conceited snob - but undeniably handsome. Sue is concerned when her sister starts dating notorious ladies' man Mark Miller...but then Mark tells Sue he's really interested in her, not her sister. Near You; Snap Judgment; Interview with a Hero; Yes, Yes, Yes!; Mistrusting Miss; When Marvin Returns. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.