Love Diary (1949-1955 Our Pub.) comic books 1954

Cover by Harry Anderson. Stories and art by John Buscema, Bill Woolfolk, Chuck Miller and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Ann is unable to love because of past trauma, but maybe Owen will be different. Trick rider Jill falls for rodeo co-star Tex, but doesn't want a life on the road. Glitzy model Renee is attracted to down-home farmer Sam, and asks "Ray Mann" if such a thing could ever work. Cold, Cold Heart; Don't Marry That Man!; Prescription for Happiness; No Wedding Dress For Me! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Mike Suchorsky. Stories and art by Bill Woolfolk, Mike Suchorsky and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Caregiver Joan falls for Neil, the son of her elderly client, but his fiancee Margo isn't above playing dirty. Jean tries to flee the scandal in her past, and fears loving Jim as a result. Dancer Irene wants to move to the city and follow her dreams of showbiz, but comedian Red is the only one who believes in her. Behind Closed Doors!; The Girl with a Past!; Prescription for Happiness; Dance for Me, Darling! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Mike Suchorsky. Stories and art by Bill Woolfolk, Mike Suchorsky, Paul Parker, Chic Stone, Pete Riss, Bernard Sachs and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Tomboy Buzz lets her friend Priscilla give her a makeover, as 1950s boys aren't ready for the real Buzz. Ilene asks "Ray Mann" how to tell her long-distance boyfriend that she's met someone else. In a rare romance tale told from a male POV, Murray is engaged to stable Irene, but falls for bad girl Francie. Pick-Up!; The Way to a Man's Heart!; How I Found Glamor!; Prescription for Happiness; Blonde, Beautiful, and Bad! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bill Woolfolk, Mike Suchorsky, Paul Parker, and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Diner waitress Annie falls for drifter Bill, and stands by him when he is accused of a crime. Georgia runs away to join the circus, where clown Elmo tries to warn her away from handsome animal trainer and heartbreaker Alex. Steve asks "Ray Mann" for advice in dealing with Nancy's constant complaining. Stranger To My Heart; I Wanted Excitement!; Prescription for Happiness; Too Smart For Love! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Bill Woolfolk, Mike Suchorsky, Pete Riss, and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Aspiring singer Carol gets a job performing in a mob-owned nightclub, over the protests of her fiancee Eric, a music teacher. A wayward hat brings love to two generations of the same family. While hospitalized, Lucy falls for handsome doctor Martin, but Jane wants to put a stop to all that. Our Song of Love!; What Every Girl Wants!; Secrets From a Love Diary; Prescription for Happiness; Crazy For His Kisses. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Buscema. Stories and art by John Buscema, Bill Woolfolk, Mike Suchorsky, Pete Riss, Bernard Sachs and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Evelyn falls for restless, buff Tod, but he's not ready to settle down, in an early story (and cover) by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Jilted Donna gets stranger Joe to pretend to be her new boyfriend, but soon he isn't just acting the role. Helen asks "Ray Mann" if she should follow her fiance to South America. Jilted!; Speak No Evil!; Prescription for Happiness; Lover Don't Leave Me! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Buscema. Stories and art by John Buscema, Bill Woolfolk, Harry Anderson, Pete Riss, Bernard Sachs and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Argumentative Doreen almost ruins her romance with Tad when she meets his family, in one of two early stories (and cover) in this issue by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Buscema also drew the Prescription for Happiness story, in which Sue asks "Ray Mann" if her love of bandleader Larry can survive his sudden fame. Marsha is the life of the party, until her youth and carelessness create a scandal. Thrill Crazy; Battle of the Bulge; Prescription for Happiness; Fightin' Irish! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Buscema. Stories and art by John Buscema, Bill Woolfolk, Bob Rogers and Mort Leav. A post-war, pre-Code romance comic from pioneering female publisher Rae Herman of Orbit-Wanted (who doubled as Love Diary's advice columnist, Ray Mann). Stephen is torn between steady Beth and exciting bad girl Roxy, in one of two early stories (and cover) in this issue by future Marvel and Conan legend John Buscema. Buscema also drew "Love Slave!," in which Carla falls for boxing champ Ray while on vacation, forcing boyfriend David to step up. Movie star Lily tries to control the image and behavior of her daughter Jane, but Jane is ready to be her own woman. Bewitched; Secrets From a Love Diary; Prescription for Happiness; Love Slave!; They Called Me Plain Jane. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.