Sweethearts Vol. 2 (1954-1973) comic books
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Published 1956 by Charlton Comics Group.$45.00
View scans- Centerfold detached at one staple.
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.
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Published 1960 by Charlton Comics Group.$24.00
View scan- Corner piece torn out, slightly affects art.
Edited by Pat Masulli. Cover inks by Vince Colletta. Stories by unknown. Art by Joe Sinnott? & Vince Colletta and Charles Nicholas & Sal Trapani. They were in love and time seemed to fly on the wings of their romance! But then the past rose to haunt her and threaten her future! She found that she had to..."Break With The Past"! Also featuring: "Typed By Romance"; "The Man Who Dared"; and "A Woman Scorned"! Plus: 2-page text story "Love Permit"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.
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Published Jul 1962 by Charlton Comics Group.$41.00
Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott 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. Newlywed Doris accompanies hubby Cleve everywhere, even to sports games and things she'd rather skip, and wonders why he feels smothered. Peg and Bud meet for numerous dates, but circumstances keep interrupting them just when things are heating up. Ruth loves sailor Sam, but her friends think she can do better, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Plus a vintage ad for color stills of popular stars of the day, including Troy Donahue, Sandra Dee, Pat Boone and other teen heartthrobs of the '50s. Together My Love; Sunshine Rain; Kiss Love Goodbye; Martha Marsden Meditates; The Wrong Love. 32 pages, Full Color.
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Published 1963 by Charlton Comics Group.$15.00
View scans- .5" Spine split from botton. Centerfold detached. Staple rust. Rust migration.
Cover inks by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Vince Colletta and others. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Wealthy Pamela dates grease monkey Jerry, but he's uncomfortable with her family and threatened by her wealth, wanting to support them both. Librarian Jane makes herself over into a vivacious redhead to attract handsome actor Brad, but it turns out he likes the librarian type. Kathy has a lot of explaining to do when Mark and Lloyd finally find out about each other. Detour to Love; Glamor Girl; The First Love; Blind Jealousy. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.
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Published Mar 1964 by Charlton Comics Group.$37.00
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$12.00
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Cover inks by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Vince Colletta, Sal Gentile 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. Cal and Margo want to get married, but her parents take her on a cruise to Europe first, to see if that changes how they feel. Hildy and Jack have a Grease-style summertime romance at camp, but she's puzzled by his behavior back in the real world. Helen falls for handsome, two-fisted truck driver Bruce when he punches out a guy for making a pass at her. Test of Love; Just for Laughs; Woman Chaser; Sweet Second Thoughts. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.
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Published Jan 1970 by Charlton Comics Group.$10.00
Edited by Sal Gentile. Stories by unknown. Art by Charles Nicholas & Vince Alascia and unknown. Featuring: "Poor Little Me" and "A Smashed-Up Heart"! Plus: Who would ever believe that a bashful wallflower would wind up with the yummiest man in town? It's a surprise twist in..."My Kissin' Cousin"! Also: 1-page story "Wrong For Me"! And: letters page "Teen-Age Troubles" by Harold Gluck. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.15.
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Published Mar 1970 by Charlton Comics Group.$4.80
Edited by Sal Gentile. Cover by Scoott (?) and Nestor Olivera. Stories by unknown. Art by Scoott (?), Charles Nicholas & Vince Alascia and Nestor Olivera. She has all she yearned for! Why isn't Teresa happy now? Find out in..."I'll Have More Than Anyone"! Luella swings with style in..."Too Much"! And Vince will never hold her in his arms again...because they tell her he's dead! Don't miss..."Why Can't I Cry"! Plus: 1-page story "He's Too Much"! Also: letters page "Just Jeannette" by Jeannette Copeland. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.15.
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Published Nov 1971 by Charlton Comics Group.$2.50
Edited by Sal Gentile. Cover by Art Cappello? Stories by unknown. Art by Leandro Sesarego, Pete Morisi and Charles Nicholas & Vince Alascia. 'Till Derek came along, she had never heard of a rock festival...she tried to change because she loves him so, but she's still..."From Another World"! Also featuring: "Good-Bye, Paradise"; "How to Heal a Broken Heart"; and the 1-page stories "Heartbreak" and "Lesson in Love"! Plus: letters page "Just Jeannette" by Jeannette Copeland. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.20.
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Published Apr 1972 by Charlton Comics Group.$3.20
Edited by Sal Gentile. Cover by Gustavo Trigo & Mauser. Stories by unknown. Art by Gustavo Trigo & Mauser, Art Cappello, Charles Nicholas & Vince Alascia and Don Perlin. Melinda doesn't like dating Joel...then sneaking away to spend her time with Bud! See how she fares in..."Cutting Out"! Also featuring: "Too Many Lovers"; "Loving Care"; and the 1-page story "Too Much"! Plus: pin-up of Bobby Sherman! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.20.
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Published Apr 1973 by Charlton Comics Group.$2.50
Edited by George Wildman. Cover by Art Cappello. Stories by unknown. Art by Art Cappello, Charles Nicholas & Vince Alascia and unknown. She knows that Bob is in love with her, but no matter how wrong it is...she wants Gary! Don't miss..."Substitute Kisses"! Also featuring: "Cupid Travels Tourist" and "The Girl"! Plus: 1-page story "Lonely Week-End" illustrated by Joe Staton! And: pin-up of Brian Forster! Also: letters page "Just Jeannette" by Jeannette Copeland. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.20.
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Published Dec 1973 by Charlton Comics Group.$4.00
$4.00
Stories and art by Art Cappello, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. 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 loves the danger and excitement of dating a race-car driver, until tragedy strikes. Seeking a rich husband, Eve goes sailing at the marina and meets Rick, but Rick isn't what he seems. Paula has a crush on Dean, the married man she baby-sits for, but it seems an impossible love. Loser's Reward; What Are Friends For; Love and Money; Just Jeannette; The Now Feeling; A Love I'll Never Know! Final issue of the series. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.