Teen-Age Love (1958 Charlton) comic books

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Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Professional show divers Ken and Claudia are partners in the pool and out of it, but rival Paula wants Ken for herself. In another story, a different Paula is pressured to marry Frank, but then she meets stage magician Roger, who seems much more mature and poised. Ginnie suspects that Simon is an industrial spy infiltrating her father's company, but she can't help falling for him anyway. A Good Team; The Mature Man; The Truth; Cupid, Look Out!; My Enemy, My Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Handsome, successful attorney Emil is the town's most eligible bachelor, but Judy remembers when she loved and lost him. Bespectacled, practical Shirley goes to Camp Paradise in the Poconos, hoping to meet a man. Marcia finally gets a good modeling job, and the artist happens to be the handsome neighbor she's been crushing on. I Couldn't Change; Romance in Paradise; June 15th; Chickie Loved Trouble; The Man in 210! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Charles Nicholas, and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Cathy's parents think she and Harry are too young to be dating seriously, so they impulsively elope, but that may not have been the best idea, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Terri promises to wait for Marty after he joins the Army, but then she meets handsome neighbor Blake. Plus advice for 1950s teen girls on making yourself attractive. Young and Foolish; The Little Things; Song of Sorrow; My Fickle Heart. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Betty has fun hanging out with the "wild" kids in her class, but that changes after they're arrested, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. After Anita is voted "Campus Queen," she gets to go out with handsome football star Les, but she's forgotten about "best friend" Bob. Hester falls for the handsome new drama coach, Mark, but soon realizes he's just a substitute for her own absent father. Plus a vintage ad for a contest to visit the set of legendary B-movie producer American International's "Off on a Comet" - a movie that was never actually made. Police Raid; No Tinsel, No Bells, Only Love; Don't Ever Change; Barbo The Barbarian; The Mirror! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Charles Nicholas, Dick Giordano, and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Dorothy's childhood sweetheart Tony returns as a "tough" who intimidates her potential suitors, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Rhoda falls for older Ben, but her parents disapprove of their relationship. Steffi falls for Doug, her attractive, indifferent ice-skating coach, but her brother thinks she should go out with Al, who really loves her. An Enduring Love; Judy Loves Eddie; My Heart Cried; Tough Tony's Girl; Handle With Care; Jeannie Finds a Husband; Brothers Know a Thing or Two. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Gina is shocked when she catches her husband dancing with her beautiful, flirty sister Dora, in a story with art (and cover) by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Backwoods beauty Lucille Anne wins a beauty contest and is courted by wealthy Jim, but it's country boy Lonnie who truly loves her. Redheaded Denise is used to getting attention for her beauty, but she doesn't understand why football star Chet treats her coldly. Queen of Heartbreak; Adulation; The Biggest Favor; My Sister's Husband. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio, Dick Giordano, and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Workout partner Joyce helps Richie improve his baseball game, but she's concerned about ladies distracting him from the game - plus, she's secretly in love with him. When Mona's beauty blossoms in senior year, she prioritizes dating over study, but Johnny is concerned that she's going to fail her classes. Sally wonders if she loves soldiers Tom or Joe, and as they prepare to ship out, she must make a choice. Plus a PSA about how church attendance is anti-Communist, "Your Role in the Cold War." How to Catch Love; His Love Was Waiting; Calculated Kisses; Just Lucky; God Is Never Out of Style; Soldier's Gal. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Maurice Whitman, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Receptionist Pat falls for Jim, vice-president of the company where she works - but he's already dating Cary, who owns the company. Nurse Donna is torn between Hal, Dave, and handsome doctor Bud. Painfully shy Connie has trouble meeting guys, so her friends set her up on a blind date with George. Plus a comics biography of American frontiersman Kit Carson. Three Loves; High-Level Competition; Teenage Troubles; Tongue-Tied; Broken Rules, Broken Heart; The Wilderness Scout. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Bill Fraccio, Tony Tallarico, Owen McCarron and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Hurd falls for Ginnie, but her intention was to set him up with her lonely sister, Belinda. Redheaded country girl Ellie agrees to pose for older artist David, but he sees her in a different light when he realizes she's 20 years old. Ruthie, who has an Elvira haircut, starts hanging out with Mikey and his band of juvenile delinquents, causing heartache for her parents. A Boy for Belinda; Love Opened Doors; Martha Marsden Meditates; Growing Up; Waiting for Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Sal Gentile, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Strait-laced Dory is bored with her life, so she goes out for a night of dancing with Joy and her "wild" friends. Debutante Gale marries Chad, her date for the coming-out party, but married life gives them both a reality check. Resort director Mary doesn't have time for the kinds of romances she sees all around her, until she meets new swimming instructor Dick. Swinger; The Non-Genius Genius; Debutante; Nobody Loves Me. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Susy leaves boyfriend Paul for Heavy Hansen, the leader of the Satan's Saints motorcycle gang, but she's just heading for trouble and Paul knows it. A woman waits until the very last dance to see if the guy she's dancing with will actually kiss her. Nella rushes home to the country after her father has a heart attack, and that's where she meets handsome neighbor Pete, who is nothing like the boys in the city. Leader of the Pack; Canteen Corner; The Lonely Place; Will He Kiss Me? 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Gary Friedrich, Joe Gill, Norman Nodel and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Coral is a go-go dancer who performs with her boyfriend Freddy's band, but when the band hits it big, she's not sure if the band or Freddy need her anymore. This story is by famed comics writer Gary Friedrich. Teen Carola thinks her over-protective parents are ruining her social life, but they're just afraid she'll turn out like her rebellious big sister. Connie falls for juvenile delinquent Ben, but she shouldn't have let him drive her new car. The Girl in the Gilded Cage; Canteen Corner; A Heart Free to Love; Styled for Romance; What a Girl Needs. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

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Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. On her sister's advice, plain, tomboyish Laurie gets a makeover and a new attitude, in a story featuring some good-girl art. Keith and his girlfriend find their romance compromised when she must spend a few weeks with her over-protective aunt. Plus fashion advice for 1960s teens. No Hope for Happiness; Don't Get in the Way of My Love; Styled for Romance; Canteen Corner; Through Evil Eyes. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover by Hugo Di Benedetto and Charles Nicholas. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Bill Fraccio and Tony Tallarico, and Hugo Di Benedetto. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Gary and Marie finally reveal their feelings for each other. Charlton's romantic hippie hero, Jonnie Love, tries to help Tessa escape phony guru Al Ibib, in a story featuring some good-girl art by Bill Fraccio. Hooligans make trouble for Ken and his date, so he fights back, but can he really take on all three of them? Another's Arms; Driven to Heartbreak; Just Jeannette; Jonnie Love: The Enchanter; Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

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Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, and Tony Tallarico. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Ted has trouble adjusting to his new life in Colorado, but country girl Ruth is happy to help him learn to ride horses and enjoy nature. Charlton's romantic hippie hero, Jonnie Love, finds trouble with a biker gang after he meets lovely Nina on his latest wanderings. Tenderfoot's Kisses; Just Jeannette; Dreams of Bliss; Jonnie Love: An Angel's Arms. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

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Stories and art by Art Cappello, Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Bill Fraccio and Tony Tallarico (credited as Tony Williams), and Joe Gill. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Tricia keeps dragging her friend along on double dates with guys who just aren't her type, but then a ski trip changes everything. A woman doesn't see any future with the goatee'd man she met on the New York ferry, but he is a good kisser. Plus an adventure of Charlton's romantic hippie hero, Jonnie Love. Poor Little Me!; A Talent for Kissing; Just Jeannette; Jonnie Love: Backlash! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

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Stories and art by Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Rita's wealthy parents try to set her up with country-club kid Tommy, but she's more interested in Ward Kinner and his motorcycle-riding gang of bad boys. Anita says goodbye to Larry while she goes to Nebraska, but she wonders if they can last as a long-distance relationship. While her best friend Gail is away, Rosalie sets out to win over Gail's boyfriend Michael. Wild Kisses; What Does Anyone Know?; Just Jeannette; Another's Love; Cry Among Strangers. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

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Cover by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez. Stories and art by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez and others. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Charlton's romantic hippie hero, Jonnie Love, has a whirlwind romance with Linda, in a story with early art by future DC artist Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez. Katherine goes to France as a model for a high-fashion house, but even with all the foreign gents at her disposal, the man she falls for is American Hugh. Keith isn't the best-looking guy, but when Teresa is surrounded by toughs, he stands up for her. Only the Lovely Are Loved; Imperfect Love; Teen-Age Troubles; Jonnie Love: Stranger in the Night. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

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Cover by Art Cappello. Stories and art by Don Perlin, Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, and Vince Colletta. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. While at one of her cousin Ruthie's "mod" parties, Gina meets Blake, who's totally "marvie," and he seems to think she is too. Luanne is dating Sam, but she develops a yen for Anita's boyfriend Walt, in a story with art by future Marvel legend Don Perlin. Jim doesn't understand how a beautiful woman can consider herself "the ugly one." Where It Ain't at; Oh, Howard; When He's Mine!; Teen-Age Troubles; The Ugly One! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

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Cover by David Mangiarotti and Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez. Stories and art by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, David Mangiarotti, Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Art Cappello and Antonio Colmeiro. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Heartbroken after losing Ted in Vietnam, Gina doesn't know if she can ever love again, but then she meets Lew. Charlton's romantic hippie hero, Jonnie Love, is kidnapped after interrupting a robbery. But fellow hostage Francine helps him engineer their escape, in a story with early art by future DC artist Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez. A Place for Crying; Next Door to Heartbreak; A Sweet Memory!; Just Jeannette; Jonnie Love: Dangerous Kiss. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

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Cover by Art Cappello and Sal Gentile. Stories and art by Nicky Zann, Don Sherwood, Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Art Cappello and Dan Loprino. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Billy Bob loves street racing, but his girlfriend is tormented by every dangerous curve. A female artist falls in love with her model, Bill, but once he leaves, all she has left is his portrait. Plus a pin-up of 1970s teen heartthrob David Cassidy, star of The Partridge Family. Am I Just a Spare Part?; What Do Parents Know?; David Cassidy; Far-Out Father; Teen-Age Troubles; The Art of Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

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Cover by Art Cappello and Sal Gentile. Stories and art by Torre Repiso, Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, and Don Sherwood. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Barbara gets help from handsome new neighbor Bill, but it's important to her that he sees her as a capable person. Charlton's romantic hippie hero, Jonnie Love, gets hassled by Doc after Doc's gal Felicia falls for Jonnie. Plus a pin-up of 1970s teen heartthrob Susan Dey, star of The Partridge Family. Take Him from Her; Susan Dey; The Cheat; Duffy's Girl; Just Jeannette; Jonnie Love: Wild and Wonderful. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

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Cover by Art Cappello and Sal Gentile. Stories and art by Frank Bolle, Vince Alascia, and Gustavo Trigo (credited as Marcos Adan). Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. A married couple's argument turns out to be their first, as they are on their honeymoon. After an injury ends football star Vince's career, Kate tries to give him the strength to go on. Charlton's romantic hippie hero, Jonnie Love, meets Gina and her jealous boyfriend when his motorcycle runs out of gas. Plus a pin-up of screen legend Shirley Jones, star of TV's The Partridge Family. Remember Me, Darling?; Jonnie Love: Make Room in Your Heart for Me; Its a Small World; True Friends; Never Again!; Just Jeannette; That Man. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

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Cover by Jack Abel. Stories and art by Ben Brown, Gary Abel, Jack Abel, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Popular Jan falls for handsome hippie David, who sees through her usual ploys to get male attention and accuses her of being a "phoney." A nurse is jealous of her co-worker Ellen's ease with men, particularly handsome Greg. Plus a pin-up of 1970s teen heartthrobs Susan Dey and David Cassidy, stars of The Partridge Family. Take My Love; Come Join the Club!; Just Jeannette; When Will I Find Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

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Cover by A. Martinez and J. Zuniga. Stories and art by Fred Himes, A. Martinez and J. Zuniga. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Redheaded Sharon has a crush on older Mr. Crockett, and then she meets his son Del, who looks exactly like him. When Sheila starts dating Peter, her criminal brother Bobby suspects that he is a narc who is just trying to get the goods on Bobby. Sweet Revenge!; When He Smiles; Just Jeannette; Stay Out of My Life. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

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Stories and art by Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Charlton's long-running romance comic coincides with the blossoming of America's teen culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. Jill and Deke's new romance is challenged by Jill's disapproving parents. Denise is still smarting from a breakup when she meets Chad, the new guy in town. Charlton's romantic hippie hero, Jonnie Love, finds the angriest, unfriendliest little town he's discovered on his travels. The Town That Forgot Love. Made for Each Other; Find-a-Word Seek-a-Word; Stranger by the Sea; It's a Steal; Just Jeannette; Jonnie Love: The Town That Forgot Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.