Archie (1943 Archie Comics) comic books

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. "Butler Bumble!", script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie is apprenticing as a butler for career day. "The Big Show," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie enters his grandfather's old car in the auto show. "Stop Thief!", script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie accidentally stops thieves and becomes a hero. "Boom and Bust," script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie keeps blowing things up in chemistry class so nobody wants to work with him. "Archie's Choice," script by Barbara Slate, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie wins a free dinner for two at a fancy restaurant and has to decide who he'll take. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.19.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. "A Chance to Shine!", script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie has to pose as Mr. Shine and sell floor cleaning products after the regular guy hurts his ankle. "Big City Blues," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie goes to the big city to visit his cousin Albert and meets people like he sees on TV. "To Sleep - Per Chance," script by Greg Crosby, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie can't sleep no matter how hard he tries. "No Sweat, Coach!", script by Mike Pellowski, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Coach Kleats warns the guys not to leave sweaty clothes and socks in the lockers. "Plaidness Madness," script by Craig Boldman, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Mr. Lodge asks for Archie's help in picking out a jacket for Veronica but when Veronica looks in the store window and sees the one he picked out she tells Archie that its horrid so the gang try to convince her that style is in. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.19.

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"Small is Big" (by George Gladir & Stan Goldberg): After being outdone by Adam last Valentine's Day, Archie is determined to make his gifts to Betty bigger and better... until he realizes it's all the 'little things' Adam does that wins Betty over! "A Likely Story" (by Greg Crosby & Stan Goldberg): Archie's writer's block is made of concrete, but he's determined to smash through it in time to hand in his creative writing assignment! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.19.

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Stories by Greg Crosby, Kathleen Webb and Angelo Decesare. Art and Cover by Stan Goldberg & Bob Smith. Archie invites Veronica on a picnic, but discovers that the secluded, romantic spot is overrun by others when they arrive there in "Pickin' a Perfect Picnic Place"! Plus: When Pops advertises a two-for-one burger special, Archie thinks he can afford dates with both Betty and Veronica if they eat there in "No Free Lunch (Or Dinner)"; Archie offers successful dating tips gleaned from his years of experience in "Little Advice"; and Archie and Jughead help Archie's dad relive a day from his youth in "The Hole Truth!" Also: 8-page insert "Batman's Activity Book" sponsored by Campbell's Soup, with art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty. 40 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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by George Gladir, Kathleen Webb, & Stan Goldberg. "It's My Life": In the classic tradition of Archie stories that break down the "fourth panel," Archie ponders his existence as the star of comic book misadventures...or rather, what life could be like free from the constraints of the funny pages! Along the way, he imagines himself as a superhero, a manga character, and more! "Mean Girls": Move over, Lindsey ? Betty has her own "mean girl" to deal with in the form of Veronica! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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"The Book Report": It's a familiar chapter in the epic novel that is Archie Andrews' life: with Veronica to distract him and technology to baffle him, can he possibly get his book report finished in time? "A Sour Note": Complication is on the menu when Veronica is taken to dinner by yet another of her father's client's sons... and Archie and Betty are dining at a nearby table! "Blockhead": Just think of all the money Archie and his dad will save by chopping their own firewood... until the doctor bills for their aching backs arrive! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Direct edition. Includes a download access card for 'The Veronicas' new single. "The Far Out Pharaoh": When his "loyal" subjects arrange a boat ride to his afterlife, Pharaoh Arch-Amon calls for his "mummy!" Don't miss the "ancient antics!" "Energy Saver": A dip in Veronica's heated pool is just the thing for Archie and Betty after a hard morning of snow shoveling, but why is Veronica so exhausted? "Alien Invasion": When he wins a satellite radio, Archie expects to get signals from far off... just not as far off as the outer space signals he seems to be picking up! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Cover by Stan Goldberg & Bob Smith. Stories by Angelo Decesare, Kathleen Webb, George Gladir and Barbara Slate. Art by Stan Goldberg & Bob Smith and Pat Kennedy & Jon D'Agostino. Mr. Weatherbee initiates a 'Spend The Day With Your Teen' at Riverdale, so Mr. Andrews spends a typical school day with Archie in "The Parent Trip"! Plus: Archie forgets a date with Veronica so at school, she gives him a cold shoulder so potent that it eventually encases him in ice in "The Big Thaw"; Archie calls Veronica for a date but gets her answering machine instead in the 1-pager "Getting the Message"; inspired by a simple kiss from Betty, Archie tries to match the gift with something simple yet inspirational in "The Simple Life"; and Archie's mom calls in Grandpa to help Archie overcome his compulsive cluttering in "It Takes One to Know One!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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"The Manga Scene": When Ms. Grundy catches Archie reading a manga comic book, she assigns him a 500 word composition on the subject. Can America's foremost comic book teen learn about his Eastern counterparts before the deadline? "Note Well Taken": When Archie finds his father's old jazz trumpet in the attic, will it strike a joyful refrain or a sour note with dear old dad? "Posing a Problem": When Archie poses for a public service ad, the prospect of becoming a girl-magnet model goes to his head... until Betty and Veronica make him strike a difference pose! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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"Why?": Mr. Lodge's landscape is looking rosier when he comes up with this seed of an idea: give Archie so much yard work that he'll be too tired to date Veronica! "Monstrous Thoughts": A trip to a monster truck rally has Archie thinking big thoughts about big wheels! "Summertime Date": Archie's parents reminisce about the "good old days" of drive-in movies... complete with broken speakers, spilled refereshments, and long trips to the concession stand! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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By George Gladir & Stan Goldberg. "The City Library": Archie and his friends visit the famous Salt Lake City library, and the popular "Night Flight" comic book store inside! Along the way, they meet comic shop owner Mimi Cruz, library director Nancy Tessman, and other real life folks who teach them the importance of literature and all the arts in their state-of-the-art, multimedia facility! "To Act or Not to Act": When the lead actor in the school play falls ill, both Reggie and Archie claim to be the best actor for the part. To determine who the best actor really is, the drama teacher gives them a tough acting assignment: each must act like the other! Will the curtain fall before our hams even reach the stage? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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by Mike Pellowski & Stan Goldberg. "Christmas Toy Story": While playing Santa, Archie learns of a child's wish to get an ultra-rare, super-expensive collectible toy for Christmas... a toy so rare, it would take a miracle! "The Spoiler": Jinx Malloy is back, and strangely, this time he's brought nothing but good luck for Archie and Jughead! "A Really Special Gift": Archie has just the cure for Betty's holiday blues...and it's more than money can buy! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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'Dinner for Six': When the parents of Archie, Betty and Veronica make plans to meet for dinner, the teens are mortified. What if the subject turns to the eternal love triangle? Each imagines, and worries, over what may happen from their unique perspective. Will the dinner conversation leave these love-birds cooked? 'A Real Keeper': Mr. Lodge sends Archie home in the rain so Veronica can date the son of a businessman he's hoping to make a deal with. Will the rich kid be a better investment than Archie, or just another one for the 'loss' column? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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'Zero Hero': Inspired by extreme skateboard star Tony Eagle and looking to help Pop Tate increase business, Archie persuades Pop Tate to open a 'skateboard wing' of the Choklit Shoppe! 'A 'Tax'-ing Situation': Cast your vote for hilarity: Mr. Andrews and Mr. Cooper sit on different sides of the fence when a new property tax to fund parks is proposed, so both of them run for town council! 'A Trust Thing': Claiming it's trust that keeps him and Veronica together, Archie can't help but be 'helpful' to the new girl in school. But can he 'trust' the new girl's boyfriend with Veronica? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Christmas Issue - Celebrate Christmas in Riverdale style! In 'A Not-So-Cool Yule' Archie has a stress-free holiday season, until both Betty and Veronica give him 'matching sweaters' that they expect him to wear, except that the designs the girls chose don't match! It's 'Cold Comfort' when Veronica thinks Archie is being chivalrous about her onion breath, when he merely has a cold! The sight of Archie with a tool kit grip Mr. Lodge and Smithers with an unspeakable in 'The Fix Is In.' And Veronica laments to Archie that 'You Never Listen,' but since he's not paying attention anyway, are her protests all for naught? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Archie, Betty and Jughead decide to make extra money as personal aides, which only leads to romantic misunderstandings¸ canine chaos, garage sale mania, and 'A Yelp for Help!' It's 'Par for the Course' when a golf outing with a potential business partner turns into a golf 'ouching' for Archie! Finally, Archie laments the fact that for someone who doesn't says he's 'Lucklorn,' Jughead sure has a lot of 'good fortune!' 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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by Craig Boldman, Angelo DeCesare & Stan Goldberg. Archie decides to date other girls while Veronica's out of town, but while Archie flirts away, Veronica is only 'One Click Away' as her spies click away on their camera phones! Mr. Lodge has a dream - make that a nightmare - about Archie becoming a 'Teen Tycoon' and a millionaire! Finally, Archie finds the beach has gone to the dogs, especially when a little puppy follows him there. Trouble is, it's a 'no dogs allowed' beach! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Freshman Year: Part 1 of 5 - by Batton Lash & Bill Galvan. The 'Freshman Year' saga begins here! Travel back in time with this five-issue tale that takes Archie and his friends back to their very first year in high school. It all starts with this poignant prologue which finds the gang wondering just what that first year will be like, while reflecting fondly on the past as well. Along the way, the gang must deal with the pending departure of one of their closest friends, as well as their bickering parents. And while the kids count the days until they enter their new school home, someone else is joining Riverdale High, too: Principal Waldo Weatherbee! All this, plus allusions to Captain Pureheart, The Man from R.I.V.E.R.D.A.L.E., Veronica's worldwide travels, and more! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Freshman Year: Part 3 of 5 - by Batton Lash & Bill Galvan. 'Freshman Year: Winter Term.' Archie reflects on the term just past, pining over Veronica and lamenting how she went away during the holiday break. Hoping to stay close to Veronica, Archie joins the drama club - the perfect indoor activity during the frosty winter months. But being part of such a large club is hardly the way to gain exclusive quality time with Veronica. Will their reunion be everything Archie hopes, or will the eternal love triangle get off to a rollicking start with friction between Betty and Veronica instead? And will Moose ever be introduced to Midge? Other surprises in store for the gang this second term include some new faculty members as well as the departure of the expelled school bully, Jared McGerk. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Freshman Year: Part 4 of 5 - by Batton Lash & Bill Galvan. The Thilling 'Freshman Year' Saga Continues! The first year of high school has been an eventful one for Archie and his friends, and it's all leading towards a whirlwind finale! But the teens still have some time to go yet. In this latest installment, they are evaluated by their teachers who report their progress to their folks on 'parent-teacher' night. How will they fare once their parents learn how they're doing? Meanwhile, in social life, love triangles abound, and so do pranks - some playful, some nasty. But none nastier than the bikers who have been bedeviling the town. All this, plus a surprise or two! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Freshman Year: Part 5 of 5 - by Batton Lash & Bill Galvan. 'Freshman Year: Spring Term.' As the first year of high school winds down, the teens anticipate the summer break - but not before having a 'Spring Formal' to send off the school year. But a few uninvited guests have crashed the dance, including an unwelcome band of bikers who have an axe to grind with the school, especially a freshman named Archie! Who are they and what is their problem? Plus, the spy in Riverdale is finally revealed! Will Mr. Weatherbee prevail? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Written by Barbara Slate, and Mike Pellowski. Art and Cover by Stan Goldberg. Archie plays' The Volunteer,' spending time with an elderly man at the seniors' home, and learns he's not the only one caught in the middle of an eternal love triangle! Then, Archie enjoys the tree in his backyard, until Reggie reminds him how much work it will bring come fall! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Hal Lifson. Art and Cover by Stan Goldberg. It's peace, love and rock 'n roll as Archie Comics commemorates the 40th anniversary of the original Woodstock concert! The Archies use the concert as an opportunity to promote environmental issues, while their parents see the event as a chance to relive and reminisce about their own experiences at the original Riverstock. This story is filled with the best the '60s had to offer - from peace symbols to colorful fashions, it's all here in this tuneful tale! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.50.

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Archie Marries Veronica Part 1: The Proposal - Written by Michael Uslan. Art by Stan Goldberg. It's the milestone 600th issue and we're serving up the Archie story of the century as Archie marries Veronica! Could it be true? Has Archie finally decided to take the plunge and propose to comics' favorite rich girl? Make way for this special story that takes a look at Archie and his friends after they graduate college. Will the friends stay in Riverdale or disperse? What would lead Archie to have marriage on his mind? And why would he choose Veronica over Betty? How will Betty react? Two things are certain: with the Lodges as hosts, this will be the biggest wedding Riverdale has ever seen! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.50.