Roma comic books issue 3

Vol. 3, No. 3 - September 1925. 6.75" x 9.75", 136 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.20.

Photo Cover by Carlyle Blackwell, Jr. Stories by Natalie Krigstein and unknown. Art by Alex Toth, Bernard Sachs and unknown. In this issue: "Out of Sight...Out of Heart" with art by Alex Toth and Bernard Sachs; "Lost Springtime"; "Unhappy Triangle"; subscription winners list in 1-page "Girls' Romances"; "Exit- Romance" with story by Natalie Krigstein; 2-page text story "Identity Known!"; "Love at Second Sight"; and 1-pager "Our Love"! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Written by Fred Kennedy. Art & Cover by Nick Marinkovich. As the Romans attempt to break free from the rain-soaked Teutoburg Forest, Arminius sets his armies upon them once again. In the wake of this attack, will Honoria be able to ignore the painful truth: that the man she most trusted has betrayed the empire they're both sworn to serve? 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Fred Kennedy. Art & Cover Art by Nick Marinkovich. As the Romans attempt to break free from the rain-soaked Teutoburg Forest, Arminius sets his armies upon them once again. In the wake of this attack, will Honoria be able to ignore the painful truth: that the man she most trusted has betrayed the empire they're both sworn to serve? 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Fred Kennedy. Art by Nick Marinkovich. Cover Art by Valentine De Landro. As the Romans attempt to break free from the rain-soaked Teutoburg Forest, Arminius sets his armies upon them once again. In the wake of this attack, will Honoria be able to ignore the painful truth: that the man she most trusted has betrayed the empire they're both sworn to serve? 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Fred Kennedy. Art by Nick Marinkovich. Cover Art by Kyle Charles. As the Romans attempt to break free from the rain-soaked Teutoburg Forest, Arminius sets his armies upon them once again. In the wake of this attack, will Honoria be able to ignore the painful truth: that the man she most trusted has betrayed the empire they're both sworn to serve? 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

Written by Fred Kennedy. Art & Cover Art by Nick Marinkovich. As the Romans attempt to break free from the rain-soaked Teutoburg Forest, Arminius sets his armies upon them once again. In the wake of this attack, will Honoria be able to ignore the painful truth: that the man she most trusted has betrayed the empire they're both sworn to serve? 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

Tales of secret love, heartbreak, unrequited love, and reconciliation. Beautiful Alma is so afraid of random dangers that she's practically agoraphobic, and that's hard on a romance. New arrival Lila falls for handsome Allan, but soon learns that he and his brother are social outcasts, because of their odd behavior. 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. Plus a PSA for Savings Bonds featuring the original Captain Marvel. The Alarmist; Guardian of My Heart; Belle of the Ball; I Lived in the Past. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories by unknown. Art by Goot (?), Charles Nicholas & Vince Alascia and unknown. Featuring: "David's Promise"; "By Love Reborn"; and "Only One Day of Ecstacy..."! Plus: letters page "Just Jeannette" by Jeannette Copeland. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.15.

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(W) Chip Zdarsky (A) Rachael Stott (CA) Rachael Stott Now that the Canadians have made their move, Chef-9 races to find Service-1 before it’s too late! The fate of two nations hangs in the balance in this explosive finale! Every issue from DSTLRY is presented in our perfect bound Prestige format, featuring wraparound covers with spot gloss on robust cover stock, complemented by 48 pages of exquisite interior stock. It’s the DSTLRY difference. For fans of Blade Runner, The Island, and We Stand On Guard. 48 pages, T+, Full color Cover price $8.99.

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(W) Chip Zdarsky (A) Rachael Stott (CA) Paulina Ganucheau Now that the Canadians have made their move, Chef-9 races to find Service-1 before it’s too late! The fate of two nations hangs in the balance in this explosive finale! Every issue from DSTLRY is presented in our perfect bound Prestige format, featuring wraparound covers with spot gloss on robust cover stock, complemented by 48 pages of exquisite interior stock. It’s the DSTLRY difference. For fans of Blade Runner, The Island, and We Stand On Guard. 48 pages, T+, Full color Cover price $8.99.

Limited 1 for 5 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover.(W) Chip Zdarsky (A) Rachael Stott (CA) Leslie Hung Now that the Canadians have made their move, Chef-9 races to find Service-1 before its too late! The fate of two nations hangs in the balance in this explosive finale! Every issue from DSTLRY is presented in our perfect bound Prestige format, featuring wraparound covers with spot gloss on robust cover stock, complemented by 48 pages of exquisite interior stock. Its the DSTLRY difference. For fans of Blade Runner, The Island, and We Stand On Guard. 48 pages, T+, Full color Cover price $8.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.00

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(W) Chip Zdarsky (A) Rachael Stott (CA) Eliza Ivanova Now that the Canadians have made their move, Chef-9 races to find Service-1 before it’s too late! The fate of two nations hangs in the balance in this explosive finale! Every issue from DSTLRY is presented in our perfect bound Prestige format, featuring wraparound covers with spot gloss on robust cover stock, complemented by 48 pages of exquisite interior stock. It’s the DSTLRY difference. For fans of Blade Runner, The Island, and We Stand On Guard. 48 pages, T+, Full color Cover price $8.99.

Vol. 3, No. 3. May 1925. Cover of John Gilbert and Aileen Pringle by Leo Sielke, Jr. 8.5" x 11.5". 144 pages. Black and white. Cover price $0.25.

Stories and art by Art Cappello, Don Sherwood, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Women face the struggle of finding the right man, in romance comics that reflected the hairstyles and fashions of the 1970s. Audrey fears that she's too "square" to find a boy. But bespectacled Pat doesn't fit in with the crowd either. Claire has been dating Gary since they were freshmen in high school, but now as a senior, she's casting an eye toward Don. That just provokes Don and Gary to get into a fight on the beach. Plus a pinup of teen heartthrob David Cassidy from the TV show "The Partridge Family." The cover is an adorable mash-up of multiple fashion and hair choices of the "hippie" era. Another Brand of Kisses; Beware of Green Eyes; Ill Stay Square; Forever Lonely. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

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Photo cover. Three's a Crowd in Love; At school, Judy never noticed Vera until a party; During the party, Vera told Judy that her mother had died, and she had to take care of her father. My Route to Romance text story. I Was the Loneliest Girl in School, pencils by Bob Powell; Boys treat Penny like a princess but she'd rather be treated as an equal. Sweetheart He Left Behind; Bill returns from military service a mature man and ends his relationship with Fran. Baby Sitter's Blues, art by John Sink; Mrs. Pembley wants David, a West Point cadet, to court socially prominent Valerie Brooks but he takes a liking to humble babysitter Jean instead. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

#13 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 1 in indicia. Photo Cover. Stories by Jack Kirby? and unknown. Art by Jack Kirby, Bill Draut, Vic Donahue, Joe Simon? and unknown. If she were his bride, she knew she would live a life of loneliness! Don't miss..."Sailor´s Girl!" Also featuring: "Daughter of Misfortune!"; "Friends -- Lovers no More!"; "Good Scout!"; and 2-page Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story "[Other Side of the Tracks]"! Plus: 2-page text story "To a Lovely Lady"! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Add to cart GD- 1.8 $66.00 View scan 3 1/2" cumulative spine split. Water damage. Staple rust.

#14 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 2 in indicia. Photo Cover by Theda and Emerson Hall of "Barbara Bates, Warner Bros. Starlet." Stories by unknown. Art by Jack Kirby, Bill Draut, Bruno Premiani?, Vic Donahue and Joe Simon. Featuring: "Runaway Bride!"; "No Prescription for Love!"; "The Man for Us!"; "The Barrier Between Us!"; and a 3-page Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story! Plus: 2-page text story "Cruise to Romance"! Also: 1-page Good Manners Will Make You RATE with Your Date advice column! 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

#15 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 3 in indicia. Photo Cover of Joan Vohs by Carlyle Blackwell, Jr. Stories by Jack Kirby? and unknown. Art by Jack Kirby, Bruno Premiani, Bill Draut, Vic Donahue, Joe Simon and unknown. The love she could not bring out in the open -- "Back Door Love!" Also featuring: "Lady, I´ll Break You!"; "Deathbed Vow!"; "Merciless!"; and 2-page Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story "[Is it Wise to be Deceitful?]" Plus: 2-page text story "No Time for Laughter"! 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

#16 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 4 in indicia. Photo Cover of Shirley Johns by Theda and Emerson Hall. Stories by Jack Kirby? and unknown. Art by Jack Kirby, Bill Draut, George Roussos, Mort Meskin, Joe Simon and unknown. Featuring: "Dance Hall Pickup!"; "The Wolves of the City!"; "The Girl I Left Behind!"; "Janet Loves Janet!"; and "His Engagement Ring!" Plus: Good Manners Will Make you Rate with your Date 1-pager; 1-page article "The Beauty Clinic"; and 1-page article "How to Get Over a Broken Heart!" 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart GD 2.0 $15.00 View scan Centerfold detached and an additional center wrap detached at one staple. Water damage.

#17 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 5 in indicia. Photo Cover of Alice Ann Kelly, Warner Bros. Starlet, by Carlyle Blackwell, Jr. Stories by Jack Kirby? and unknown. Art by Jack Kirby, Lee Elias?, Bill Draut, Bruno Premiani, Joe Simon and unknown. From her nearness flowed a subtle power that could move a saint! Don't miss..."The Girl Who Tempted Me!" Also featuring: "I Want Him Back!"; "When a Puppy Love Grows up!"; "Love's little Teacher!"; 2-page Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story "[Man-Stealer]"; and 1-page Charmaine story "Glamor Can be Yours"! Plus: 2-page text story "Love Trouble"! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart VG 4.0 $43.00 View scans Cover loose at one staple. Staple rust with migration.

#18 on cover, Vol. 3 No. 6 in indicia. Photo Cover of Dona Hughes by Theda and Emerson Hall. Stories by Jack Kirby? and unknown. Art by Jack Kirby, Bill Draut, Mort Meskin, Joe Simon and unknown. Look into the heart of a woman who knows she is losing her man! Read..."Just No Good!" Also featuring: "Make Believe Lover"; "I Own this Man!"; "Mother Tags Along!"; and 2-page Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story "How to Tell the Right Man!" Plus: 2-page text story "Flight from Love"! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

#19 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 7 in indicia. Photo Cover. Stories by unknown. Art by Jack Kirby, Mort Meskin, Joe Simon and unknown. The story of an ex G.I. who longed for the girl he left in Paris. Now he was back to claim her...but she had changed. Was she..."That Kind of Girl!" Also featuring: "The Fisherman's Daughter!"; "The Misfit!"; "Tainted!"; and 3-page Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story! Plus: Poise, background to beauty, that fresh look and your smile in 1-page The Beauty Clinic article! And: Understanding, character, appearance, taboos, personality quiz in 1-page What Men Think About Women article! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

#20 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 8 in indicia. Photo Cover of Eva Gernhardt. Stories by unknown. Art by Jack Kirby, Bill Draut, Mort Meskin, Bruno Premiani, John Severin, Bill Elder and unknown. What was this strange fascination that tied a girl to the man she feared? Read..."Hands off Lucy!" Also featuring: "Mad About the Boy!"; "The Prophecy!"; "No Girl Loves a Phoney!"; and 2-page Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story "[Life holds enough problems]"! Plus: There's Romance in the Stars! 1-pager; 1-pager "Do You Know Your Wolves?"; 1-page article "Stop That Complex!"; and 1-page article "That Well-Dressed Look"! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

#21 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 9 in indicia. Photo Cover. Stories by unknown. Art by Jack Kirby, Mort Meskin, Bill Draut, Leonard Starr, John Severin, Joe Simon, Bill Elder? and unknown. Featuring: "I Want Your Man!"; "The Woman Who Lost Him!"; "Let´s Pretend"; "With All My Love"; and 2-page Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story "[Happy Marriage]"! Plus: There´s Romance in the Stars! 1-pager; 1-page article "Age to Marry"; and 1-page article "Be Natural"! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

#22 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 10 in indicia. Photo Cover. Stories by unknown. Art by Jack Kirby, Leonard Starr, Mort Meskin, Bruno Premiani, Joe Simon and unknown. Featuring: "The Savage in Me!"; "Sister Was a Stinker"; "Child Bride!"; "I Never See Helen Alone"; "Change Your Name to Mine!"; and 2-page Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story! Plus: 1-page article "Is Your Heart Lonely?" Also: 1-page article "Accent on Accessories"! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

#23 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 11 in indicia. Photo Cover. Stories by Joe Simon & Jack Kirby and unknown. Art by Joe Simon, Jack Kirby and unknown. The shameful confessions of a wayward teenager! Read..."Gang Sweetheart"! Also featuring more tales of young love! Plus: 2-page Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic story! And: 1-page article "Are You Fickle?" 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Whole #24. Volume 3 No. 12. Art by Jack Kirby, Mort Meskin, Bruno Premiani, Bill Draut and Joe Simon. The famed title that spawned a decades-long trend in romance comics, created and produced by Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. #24 on cover; Vol. 3 No. 12 in indicia. Heiress Liza falls in love with Jeff, but her father thinks he's a fortune hunter. Nicky rebels against her criminal father in favor of peach farmer Swede. Sweethearts meet on V-J Day, in a story inspired by the famous Alfred Eisenstaedt photograph of a U.S. Navy sailor kissing a woman on the street in Times Square. Buy Me That Man!; Man Bait!; Nancy Hale's Problem Clinic; The Little Things Remind Him of You; Can Others See Through You?; Danger, Man Trap!; Take a Chance!; About Your Face; Portrait of a Lady! 52 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Art by Al Hartley and others. Tales of romance from legendary early independent comics publisher ACG. A woman lets her jealous nature get the better of her; Thelma is so set on getting back at the man who broke her heart, she doesnt notice the one who really loves her; Mary learns how the Valentine Ranch got its name; Rich girl Dona meets a man money cant buy. Also, readers send in their personal love stories. I Was My Mother's Rival!; The Shattered Heart; Jealous of a Shadow; Romance on Valentine Ranch; Money Can't Make Marriage; Breaking the Ice; Readers' Romances; Afraid of Love. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. A small-town girl struggles to admit that she loves a man who's engaged to another woman. A teacher finds love with a stranger on a cruise, but she's not sure she can trust him. A woman relocates to escape her sullied reputation, only to find the past catching up with her. Somebody Else's Sweetheart; Shameless; He Was Strange and Romantic!; Strange Romantic Customs; Love Takes a Holiday; Postmark for Love. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Dick Giordano. The Dark Closet, pencils by Charles Nicholas, inks by Vince Colletta; Betsy's patient is a controlling woman who fakes illness to keep her son from marrying. Please, Let Me Go, art by Pete Morisi. Happy Birthday. Stories reprinted from Nurse Betsy Crane and Romantic Story. 36 pgs. $0.60. Cover price $0.60.