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First Love comic books issue 9

  • Issue #9
    First Love Illustrated (1949-1963 Harvey) 9

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    Cover by Al Avison. Stories and art by Tom Gill, Al Avison and Lee Elias. Harvey's entry in the romance-comic genre includes love poetry, advice to readers, and occasional pre-Code notoriety. Vera feels stuck between two worlds because she's only 15, but looks 21. After Trina wins a small fortune, fiance Fred borrows money against his better judgment, giving the impression he's only after her money. Ginny suspects the worst when fiance Kip is seen with beauty Drucie. Plus "true" reader tales of love, love poetry from classic authors, and vintage love advice. I Passed for 21; Special Firsts; Love Made me Miserable; Dinner for Two; Love Makes the World Go 'Round; No Excuse for Love; Love Laughs; Your Problem; I Paid for Love; Engagement Ring; Spotlight on Love. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #9
    Love at First Sight (1949) 9

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    Alice Kirkpatrick cover. In order of appearance: "Make-Believe Wife" art by Alice Kirkpatrick; "I Ran Away From Love" reprinted in "Glamorous Romances #86; "Kisses for Rich Men Only"; and "Steppingstone Fiancé". "Your Charm Guide: Sleeping Beauty, First Aid for the Wardrobe..." text article reprinted from "Glamorizing Yourself..." in Glamorous Romances (1949) #46, and reprinted as "Glamorize Yourself..." in Glamorous Romances (1949) #74, "Your Charm Guide..." in Love at First Sight (1949) #27, "Rest to Look Your Best..." in Ten Story Love Vol. 36 (1955) #1, and "For a More Glamorous You..." in Complete Love Magazine Vol. 32 (1956) #4. 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.