Love comic books issue 4

Limited 1 for 10 Variant Cover B by Nick Percival. Joe R. Lansdale (w) o Peter Bergting (a) o menton3 (c) A new vision of the most famous H.P. Lovecraft story concludes, courtesy of Joe R. Lansdale and company! After gaining access to the fabled Necronomicon, four young friends attempt to harness its power to stop the cosmic horror they have unleashed upon an unsuspecting world. Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Ken Bald. Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG, one of the earliest of the romantic comics genre of the postwar era. Scientists discover an immortal lost race in the jungles of Peru, but when the king offers to make Gloria his queen, she must choose between him and handsome scientist Andrew; A woman chasing a wealthy husband finds herself more attracted to handsome valet Bob; A romance told from the male viewpoint, as inventor Ed tries to choose between sexy but heartless Sylvia or nice-girl secretary Judy. Romance Can Be Risky; The Star and the Starlet; My Heart Went Astray!; The Real Thing; Man in Love!; Strange Marriage Customs; Love of a Government Girl. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Photo cover. "Scandal or Romance," pencils by Alice Kirkpatrick; High school teacher Phyllis agrees to tutor Don, a returning veteran who wants to go to college; They fall in love, which causes the town to talk and Phyllis is given 24 hours to break up with him or be fired; She makes a speech—choosing her love for Don over her job--to the assembled parents and they change their minds: she can marry Don and still teach. "They Fought for Happiness," art by Everett Raymond Kinstler; Allegedly true story of the romance between film actors Jean Simmons and Stewart Granger. "Big-Hearted Fix" text story. "Letter Perfect," art by Irv Novick; Advice on writing letters to a boyfriend in the military. "I Loved a Toreador," inks by Bernard Sachs; Teacher Kate visits Mexico on vacation and meets old school friend Allan; They fall in love, but Kate learns hes now a bullfighter; She is opposed to bullfighting and also fears for Allans life, especially when hes gored by a bull. "The Voice of My Heart," art by Irv Novick; Thelma loves Garry but when he goes away to college, she dates mechanic Tim; Garry quits school and comes home, and Thelma dumps Tim. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Written by TERRY MOORE Penciled by CRAIG ROUSSEAU Cover by TERRY MOORE She's lean! She's mean! She's green! She's...what? She's not green? Oh. Sorry. Getting her and Hulk mixed up. Check out the most awesomest series in the universe featuring said universe's favorite redhead, by STRANGERS IN PARADISE writer Terry Moore, and art by the fantastical CRAIG ROUSSEAU! 32 PGS./All Ages Cover price $2.99.

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By David Chelsea. Issue four concludes the adventures of the intrepid adventurer David Chelsea as he makes his way down the winding path of love, still convinced that his heart's desire lies in the eyes of lanky, loopy Minnie Maurier. Sometimes innocent, always naive, David's daily trials and tribulations will charm every reader who's ever been in love or in lust. Cover price $3.50.

Pre-Code romance comic from Canadian publisher Superior, featuring elements of crime, infidelity and good-girl art that later romance comics eschewed. A redheaded woman fears she can never love again, until she meets the one soldier who can change her mind. Lovers separated by circumstance long for reunion. A new bride has difficulty adjusting to married life, but a dalliance with a sleazy stranger is probably not the solution to her problems. My One Mistake; Lover Come Back; The Bride Wore Tears; Unfaithful? 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Written by Francesca Perillo. Art and Cover by Stefano Cardoselli. JoJo has discovered where Gilda, the love of his life, is being held against her will, and nothing will stop this smitten robot from reuniting with the woman he adores… Not even the very heavily guarded home that belongs to Alfonso Polpette, the Mafia leader. Go, JoJo! Go! 28 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

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Written by Florentino Florez. Cover by Guillermo Sanna, Jacques Salomon. Art by Jacques Salomon. An adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft's The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath unlike anything you've read before. His fondness for cats may prove to be the only thing that can save Randolph Carter from the increasing number of nightmare creatures that are not only trying to prevent him from reaching Kadath but keep him permanently trapped in their hellish environs. And once his feline friends intervene, he finds himself yet again on his journey, not knowing which humans he can trust. As a bonus, also includes the original prose story! 32 pages, full color. Rated Mature Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Florentino Florez. Art by Jacques Salomon. Cover by Alvaro Sarreseca. An adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft's The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath unlike anything you've read before. His fondness for cats may prove to be the only thing that can save Randolph Carter from the increasing number of nightmare creatures that are not only trying to prevent him from reaching Kadath but keep him permanently trapped in their hellish environs. And once his feline friends intervene, he finds himself yet again on his journey, not knowing which humans he can trust. As a bonus, also includes the original prose story! 32 pages, full color. Rated Mature Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Florentino Florez. Art by Jacques Salomon. Cover by Moy R. An adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft's The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath unlike anything you've read before. His fondness for cats may prove to be the only thing that can save Randolph Carter from the increasing number of nightmare creatures that are not only trying to prevent him from reaching Kadath but keep him permanently trapped in their hellish environs. And once his feline friends intervene, he finds himself yet again on his journey, not knowing which humans he can trust. As a bonus, also includes the original prose story! 32 pages, full color. Rated Mature Cover price $3.99.

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Limited 1 for 10 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Florentino Florez. Art by Jacques Salomon. Cover by Jacques Salomon. An adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft's The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath unlike anything you've read before. His fondness for cats may prove to be the only thing that can save Randolph Carter from the increasing number of nightmare creatures that are not only trying to prevent him from reaching Kadath but keep him permanently trapped in their hellish environs. And once his feline friends intervene, he finds himself yet again on his journey, not knowing which humans he can trust. As a bonus, also includes the original prose story! 32 pages, full color. Rated Mature Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 20 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Florentino Florez. Art by Jacques Salomon. Cover by R Moy. An adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft's The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath unlike anything you've read before. His fondness for cats may prove to be the only thing that can save Randolph Carter from the increasing number of nightmare creatures that are not only trying to prevent him from reaching Kadath but keep him permanently trapped in their hellish environs. And once his feline friends intervene, he finds himself yet again on his journey, not knowing which humans he can trust. As a bonus, also includes the original prose story! 32 pages, full color. Rated Mature Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 30 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Florentino Florez. Art by Jacques Salomon. Cover by R Moy. An adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft's The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath unlike anything you've read before. His fondness for cats may prove to be the only thing that can save Randolph Carter from the increasing number of nightmare creatures that are not only trying to prevent him from reaching Kadath but keep him permanently trapped in their hellish environs. And once his feline friends intervene, he finds himself yet again on his journey, not knowing which humans he can trust. As a bonus, also includes the original prose story! 32 pages, full color. Rated Mature Cover price $3.99.

Painted cover by Carey. Stories and art by Bob Fujitani, Bob Lubbers, Pat Rooney, Fred Kida, Ruth Atkinson, Jerry Grandenetti, Bill Walton, and Ada Nevill. 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 Delilah O'Neill gets a reputation as a "jilt" because she likes boys but doesn't want to get married. Bus driver Louise feuds, then flirts with a Navy yard worker who thinks her job isn't fit for a woman. Advice credited to actors Barbara Bates and Jerome Courtland on courtship behavior in the 1940s. The Love Diary of a Jilt; Doctors Honeymoon; I Pledge My Heart; My Unknown Sweetheart; How to Behave During Courtship; Who's Your Prince Charming?; The Love Clinic; Ada Nevill Answers Your Love Problems; How Did He Propose?; He Stole My Heart. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Written by MAC CARTER. Art by TONY SALMONS. Cover by ADAM BYRNE. The nightmares of H.P. Lovecraft have leaked from his brain into the world. All that he loves, all of Providence, is at risk. His mother has emerged from her catatonic state to take charge: with the police hot on his trail, her son must flee. But the detectives are the least of his worries. While in the asylum, Lovecraft unwittingly created a hellish creature that now, beyond his control, has set its sights on Sylvia! Lovecraft won't leave town and save himself without making a stand for the only woman he's ever loved. But can he get there in time? And what will happen to him? It's the final horrific chapter! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $4.99.

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Written by Frank J. Barbiere. Art and Cover by Victor Santos. Chapter Four: 'FINE YOUNG KNIVES' 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Frank J. Barbiere. Art and Cover by Victor Santos. Chapter Four: 'FINE YOUNG KNIVES' 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

Volume 4 - 1st Printing. Written by Rikito Nakamura. Art and Cover by Yukiko Nozawa. Translated by M. Fulcrum. THE SECRET INGREDIENT IS LOVE! As their eyes meet across the lunch line, Rentaro meets his newest soulmate in the feisty foodie Haraga Kurumi. But her hangry demeanor prevents her from joining the Rentaro family melting pot. To help her fit in, the whole harem joins Kurumi in an eating contest. Their hearts and stomachs will be bursting! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 204 pages, B&W. Older Teen (15+) Cover price $13.99.

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Imogene Williams photo cover. "Dangerous Love!"; Bettys father Mike runs a logging camp and zealously prevents the workers from approaching Betty; However, she and newcomer Larry fall in love, but when her father threatens to kill him, Betty tells Larry she doesnt care for him. "Heart Sick" poem by Lizabeth Wall. "Love Thief"; Nurse Celia works with Dr. Peter in a malaria control station in the Philippines; Peters wife Elaine is also there: she hates the living conditions but says her husband is her life; Celia and Peter have an affair and Elaine finds out. "Platter Patter" record reviews. "Your Handwriting" article by Ellyn Lee. "Thrill Hungry!"; Although she has an engineering degree, Barbaras father and foreman Red wont allow her to enter a tunnel they are digging; Barbara has herself appointed a city building inspector and goes into the tunnel. Darling Romance #4 ad. "Cinema Chatter" movie reviews. "The Darling Bandbox" article by Miss Darling; Helpful fashion and household hints. "Second Fiddle Wife"; Petroleum engineer Dale and his wife Meg are transferred to Tampico, Mexico; Meg dislikes the accommodations and complains: Dale says hes not leaving but Meg is free to go. "Hello Darling" poem by May Richstone. "What's on Your Heart?" advice column by Laura Brown. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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NOTE: Fall Special. Stories and art by Mark Stegbauer, Lea Hernandez, J. Torres, Justin Steiner, Janet L. Hetherington, Mike Norton, and J. Bone. Cover by Andi Watson. A light-hearted anthology combining two of the all-time great comics genres: superheroes and romance. Robot-like powers cause romantic confusion; a superheros girlfriend has a mystery ailment; a math-based super-team forms an equilateral love triangle. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by Jay Disbrow and others. Romance comics from L. B. Cole's Star Publications. Numbering continues from Confessions of Love (1953 Star Publications) #14, confusingly enough. Gary longs for love, but women pass him by because he's not handsome or handy. Con man Bill Hale kills and swindles his way to a fortune in black gold in oil-boom Oklahoma. Convict Frank convinces the parole board that he's fallen in love and wants to go straight, but is soon blamed for another murder. The Longing Heart; I Waited For Him; I Fought For My Love; My Tragic Affair. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Sheldon Moldoff, Edd Ashe, and Marcia Snyder. For those who love a little horse opera with their soap opera, Fawcett presents tales of romance and heartbreak on the Western frontier. Ann tracks down Hank, the man she loved, on a mission of vengeance, believing that Hank murdered her brother. Bill, the foreman of a rail crew, falls for Jenny, the daughter of the railroad's owner, when fate and sabotage throws them together. While visiting her uncle's ranch, Jane from "back East" meets ranch foreman Tex, who doesn't cotton to women getting underfoot. Prairie Justice; Rails and Romance!; Melody Ames, the Prairie Minstrel Part 4; Can Love Escape?; For the Love of Jane. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Written by Justin Jordan. Art and Cover by Donal Delay and Omar Estevez. Philo, Bob, and Zoe are on the run from the Cupidae. They have a plan, kind of, but the solution might be way worse than the problem. 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

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Cover A by Thomas F. Zahler. The continuing adventures of comicdom's favorite super-couple! The Crusader has faced many menaces in his career: the Fearleader, the Weather Witch, and, of course, the Evil Brain. But is he ready to face his toughest opponent yet: The United States Tax Code? It's a battle royale for the world's most powerful accountant. Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 10 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover by Chris Bailey. The continuing adventures of comicdom's favorite super-couple! The Crusader has faced many menaces in his career: the Fearleader, the Weather Witch, and, of course, the Evil Brain. But is he ready to face his toughest opponent yet: The United States Tax Code? It's a battle royale for the world's most powerful accountant. Cover price $3.99.

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(W/A) Thomas F. Zahler (CA) Thomas F. Zahler, Mike Manley After last issue's surprise announcement, Amazonia has returned to her home dimension of Leandia. And that's not the only thing that's new. Darkblade has sidekicks to train, Amazonia gets a replacement back on Earth, and Abby's bookstore does something it never has before. The baby's not the only change that's coming. Cover price $3.99.

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WRITTEN BY JAY FAERBER AND KEN SIU-CHONG; ART BY LONG VO, CHARLES PARK, JO CHEN AND ALAN TAMM; COVERS BY LONG VO AND WHILCE PORTACIO In stores September 3. The Zentraedi have targeted the Micronian fighter aces for elimination as Miriya and Max face each other for the first time in death-defying combat! Plus, in the backup tale, the filming of "Little White Dragon" is winding down, but Rick and Minmay are growing further apart as combat and death take their toll on Rick. All orders will be filled with covers by Long Vo (50%) and Whilce Portacio (50%). FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 6) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY JAY FAERBER AND KEN SIU-CHONG; ART BY LONG VO, CHARLES PARK, JO CHEN AND ALAN TAMM; COVERS BY LONG VO AND WHILCE PORTACIO In stores September 3. The Zentraedi have targeted the Micronian fighter aces for elimination as Miriya and Max face each other for the first time in death-defying combat! Plus, in the backup tale, the filming of "Little White Dragon" is winding down, but Rick and Minmay are growing further apart as combat and death take their toll on Rick. All orders will be filled with covers by Long Vo (50%) and Whilce Portacio (50%). FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 6) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by H. Houel and others. Romance comics with teen angst from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. Fleeing a marriage arranged by her cruel stepfather, Linda falls for Hank, but she believes he's already engaged to someone else. Blonde "hussy" Marsha throws herself at Bob, much to Anne's disgust, in a story (and cover) with vintage warnings about the dangers of "teasing." Storm of Passion; My Love - Not for Sale; I Found Love; Just As We Were; The Last Laugh!; Our Love Drama. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Written by Garth Ennis. Art by Mark Dos Santos. Cover by Russell Braun. Revelations abound as Marcy and Penny check out the local rock scene, Call-Me-Dave discovers Huck Yeager's true intentions, and Myles and Valerie's surveillance turns up something rather unexpected. Meanwhile, Marv, Mike, Chip and Jev get in over their heads with Mr. Monsta - whose surprising preoccupation with taxidermy sets alarm bells ringing. Its Part Four of the greatest love story since God met the Virgin Mary! 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 10 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Garth Ennis. Art by Mark Dos Santos. Cover by Russell Braun. Revelations abound as Marcy and Penny check out the local rock scene, Call-Me-Dave discovers Huck Yeager's true intentions, and Myles and Valerie's surveillance turns up something rather unexpected. Meanwhile, Marv, Mike, Chip and Jev get in over their heads with Mr. Monsta - whose surprising preoccupation with taxidermy sets alarm bells ringing. Its Part Four of the greatest love story since God met the Virgin Mary! 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.

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Stories and art by Bob Oksner, Alice Kirkpatrick, Merrylen Townsend and Jack Sparling. Ziff-Davis published the first incarnation of this influential romance title. Amanda meets her horrid relatives at the reading of her uncle's will, but also meets handsome family friend Ray. Store clerk Nancy falls for co-worker Frank, unaware he's actually the boss's son. Ann, a nanny, is subjected to jealous abuse from her employer's fiancee Paula, but luckily, she has the kid on her side. The Unexpected Legacy; Love on Trial!; Man Hunt; Model for Romance; Cindy; Big Act; Dream House; The House on the Hill. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Painted cover. In order of appearance: "Could Love Stand Such Separation?" reprinted in Glamorous Romances (1949) #77; "Those Forbidden Dates" reprinted in Glamorous Romances (1949) #74; "To Make Him Notice Me" reprinted in Ten Story Love Vol. 33 (1954) #2; and "Whirlwind Proposal" reprinted in Love Experiences (1949) #24. "Help Yourself to Allure: For Prettier Smiles...New Dental Miracles, Home Skin Treatments, Home Aids to Beauty..." text article reprinted as "The Charm Corner..." in Real Love (1949-56 Ace) #38, "Glamorizing Yourself..." in Glamorous Romances (1949) #56, "Your Charm Guide..." in Love at First Sight (1949) #23, and "Hints For Beauty..." in Ten Story Love Vol. 33 (1954) #1, and partially reprinted as "Help Yourself to Allure..." in Love Experiences (1949) #27 and as "For a More Glamorous You..." in Complete Love Magazine Vol. 32 (1956) #3. 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

Topless cover by Nathan Lorenzana - Limited to 50 copies. 20 pages, full color, adults only.

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Cover by Gilbert Hernandez. A Love & Rockets comic. Drink, Fucker!; two friends wax philosophical in a bar. Mosquito; A murder in the village. Who Cares About Love?; Assorted misunderstandings among the characters. Father's Day; A father goes in search of his absent teenage daughter. Gilbert Hernandez nude self-portrait. Scripts and art by Gilbert Hernandez. 28 pgs., black-and-white. $2.95. Cover price $2.95.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Jon D'Agostino and Dick Giordano. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Angela just wants to help her sensitive artist husband Bill sell his paintings, but he sees her as interfering with his work. Rising actress Janice returns to her hometown and finds she still loves her sweetheart John, but she isn't willing to give up her career for him. An ailing teen makes a miracle recovery when her boyfriend shows up at the door. A Wife Is a Partner; The Last Act; Reloads; The Man Said "No;" Don't Worry, Dear; Quick Cure. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Written by Teren Mikami. Art and cover by Musshu. Translated by Avery Hutley. Adapted by Amanda Lafrenais. Still fake-dating Satsuki, Renako finds herself caught in a dangerous love triangle between herself and the two starlets of Ashigaya High. As their conflict reaches its peak, and Satsuki's true feelings towards Mai begin to emerge, Renako suggests a three-way battle to save her clique, her peaceful high-school life, and above all, her friends' relationship! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, B&W. Older Teen 15+ Cover price $13.99.

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Written by Magdalene Visaggio. Art by Eva Cabrera. Cover by Tess Fowler. Breakups aren't usually quite this violent. The fighting Kims square off against Kim D's ex-girlfriend in the final act of a messay affair that will only end with someone lying bloody on the ground. Dramatic? You bet! 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

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by Andi Watson Just when you think nothing can stop Jack and Nora from becoming an item, a certain someone rocks the boat by spreading rumors about her and The Fader. While the couple sorts it out, Nora gets an offer she just can't refuse. b&w, 32pg $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Donten Kosaka. Translated by Elena Kirillova. Adapted by Tabby Wright. Meet Setsuna. She's cute, sexy, and deadly. When she's not out murdering people as a professional assassin, she's nesting at home, trying to adjust to a domestic life with her new husband. She skewers ingredients for dinner, draws a knife on unwanted solicitors, and sleeps with one eye open, just in case enemies sneak in. Her lovestruck husband doesn't ask her a lot of questions about her day job, so this arrangement can work if love conquers all, right? This romantic comedy is dangerously sexy! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Older Teen (15+) Cover price $12.99.