Young Love (1949-1957) comic books

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Art by Bob McCarty, Mort Meskin, Bill Draut, Al Eadeh and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #51 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #9 in indicia. Terry questions her own motives in marrying wealthy Colin. Nurse Lois knows that handsome patient Grant is suffering from a broken heart. Redheaded speed demon Ellen meets handsome cop Ben while street-racing in her souped-up jalopy. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. To Marry For Money; The Will To Love; Roughhouse Ready; Give Me Your Blessing; What Advice Would YOU Have Given?; Speed! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Art by Bob McCarty, Bill Draut, and Bill Benulis. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #53 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #11 in indicia. Davis learns too late that Mona must control everything in her life. Jilted Sheila can't let go, in a story with exceptionally nice art by Bill Benulis. Della can't help falling for Lee's smooth lines. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Smother Love; You'll Be Sorry; Charm; Love Isn't Enough; Good Manners Will Make You RATE with Your Date; Shyness; Sweet Talking Man. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Art by Bill Draut and John Prentice. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #54 on cover; Vol. 5, issue #12 in indicia. Angela's jealousy pushes Bert into Ruth's arms. Small-town shopkeeper Kitty shelters a handsome fugitive from justice. Bad girl Mona falls for straight-arrow Mart. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Ill Make You Pay!; Kisses from a Stranger; Love Thy Neighbor; Shameless!; Good Manners Will Make You Rate with Your Date; Walking; Love Me — Love My Family. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Prentice. Art by Bill Draut, John Prentice and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #55 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #1 in indicia. Members of teen-age girl gangs fight over a man. Meg feels guilty for loving widower Neil while his wife was still dying. Julie is shattered when her ex gets engaged to someone else. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Priceless bad-girl cover by John Prentice. The Guilt in My Heart; Eat the Alphabet; Another Girl's Engagement Ring!; Love War; Ready for Freddie; Bad Penny. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Mort Meskin. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #56 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #2 in indicia. A woman is afraid her sister Jill will break the heart of the man she herself loves. A girl regrets running off to elope with bad-boy Rod, when she learns about the murder he committed. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Two Sisters — One Man; Too Young to Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Prentice. Art by Bob McCarty, John Prentice and Mort Meskin. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #57 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #3 in indicia. A couple plans to run off and get married, but ends up in jail instead. A woman finds herself in a compromising position with an aspiring writer. Distraught over losing her husband, Anne gives up their baby for adoption. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. A Happy Ending; Life of the Party; Hurry Up Marriage; Another Woman's Baby; Carbon Copy; Beaten Woman. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by John Prentice. "The Unblessed Events," art by Bill Draut; Teenager Sherry is mortified when her mother and father announce that theyre having another baby; Sherrys boyfriend Joe doesnt understand why Sherry is so upset; she even moves out of the house and gets a job. "A Man To Marry!", art by Ernie Schroeder; Studious Hal proposes to fellow college student Julie, but she is Steves girlfriend; Steve is overbearing and possessive; Steves mother says she was courted by her husband and by Ed, 20 years before: she preferred Ed, but Steves father swept her off her feet. Julie chooses Hal. "Conversation Pieces" article by Nancy Hale. "Perfect Lady!", art by John Prentice; Former artist Larry is now down-and-out, after being jilted by singer Joan; Doris, who lives in the same boarding house, nurses Larry back to health from pneumonia; Doris gets Larry an art commission from the ad agency where she works, but he says he cant draw anymore. "A Lesson in Love!" one-page story, art by Art Gates. "I Was Heartsick!" one-page story, art by Art Gates. "Firm Foundation" article by Charmaigne. "Live, Love and Be Married!", pencils by Mort Meskin, inks by George Roussos; Wayne and Ginny get married on a whim and move into an old house that needs work; Wayne cant keep a job because his "heart isnt in it!"; Ginny is consoled by her boss George; Wayne demands his share of his inheritance from his brother and buys a greenhouse. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Prentice. Art by John Prentice and Mort Meskin. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #59 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #5 in indicia. Ted's wife Carol tires of his overwork and finds a new man to spend her evenings with. Edith sets her sights on Russ, even though he's already engaged to Alice. Myra flips out when her sister Sharon starts dating the guy who dumped her. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Neglected Wife; Special Occasion; Woman Driver!; Little Cheat!; Girlfriend Wanted; Little Miss Know-It-All! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by John Prentice. Art by John Prentice, Dick Malmgren and Mort Meskin. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #60 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #6 in indicia. Janet fears losing her man to the one woman who knows her dark secret. A woman feels that her reputation has been destroyed by scandal. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Outcast!; Summertime; I'll Tell on You; Desperate to Marry; Penny Wise; Positively Yours; One Woman Man! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bill Draut. Art by Jo Albistur, George Roussos, Mike Roy and Mort Meskin. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #61 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #7 in indicia. A woman fears losing her sister to the one man who can destroy her reputation. Peggy falls hard for Frank, but he's just after a good time. Square Ken lectures Louise for running with a fast crowd. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Just For Kicks; Skillful Shopper; Mother Never Told Me!; Miss Moneybags; Ready for Marriage?; Tragedy for Three! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by John Prentice. Art by W. G. Hargis, Bill Draut, Art Gates, Leonard Starr and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #62 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #8 in indicia. Marsha fools Johnny with her innocent act. A modern-day Cinderella story plays out among three sisters. Ann can't let herself love again after losing test pilot Rex. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Cinderella's Sisters; So Little Time For Love; The Jones Boy; Teen-Age Temptress; Too Darned Innocent; Summer Hair; My Scheming Sister. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Bill Draut. Art by Pete Morisi, Bill Draut, Art Gates, Myron Fass, Ross Andru and Mike Esposito. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #63 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #9 in indicia. Sue is torn between her bedridden husband and the man she really loves. College gal Louise goes for shallow football hero Kurt instead of stable Bob. Habitual liar Jane risks losing the man she loves, in a story featuring an image of the main characters actually surrounded by hundreds of floating hearts. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Another Love; Beauty Tips; The Kid Next Door; College Romeo; Lovely Liar; Live a Little; Romantic Free-for-All! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bill Draut. Art by Bill Draut, Jo Albistur and Ann Brewster. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #64 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #10 in indicia. Cindy can't tell her cousin Marge that she's fallen for Marge's boyfriend Harry. Ellie gets attention by pretending to be helpless, but Bill starts to see through her game. Classic romantic firefighter rescue cover by Bill Draut. Also, the first issue with the Comics Code seal on the cover. Kissing Game; Hair Care; Weeping Widow; Love Me, Love My Sister; Feel Beautiful; Lovely Little Faker. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Mort Meskin. Art by Bill Draut, Jo Albistur and Carl Pfeuffer. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #65 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #11 in indicia. June breaks off her engagement with enlisted Phil, but he's not ready to let her go so easy. Neglected Bobbie grows up to be a party girl, but that's no way to find lasting love. Beth gets in over her head when she pretends to be a worldly woman. Who Keeps the Faith; Career Girl; The Wild One; Foolishly Wise; In Fashion; Get Out of Town. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Mort Meskin. Art by Bill Draut, Bob McCarty and John Prentice. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #66 on cover; Vol. 6, issue #12 in indicia. Martha sees a cruel chance to get Bob back after his wife dies. Nurse Jane Foster (no relation to the Marvel character) is torn between doctor Richard and pilot Steve Martin. Karen is keeping her first marriage secret from her fiance, but then her ex-husband shows up. Just for Spite!; Remember Me?; How About a Date?; A Big Mistake; Till the End of Time; Dream Girl; Smile and Tell; Past Mistakes!; The Proposal. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Mort Meskin. Art by Mort Meskin and others. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #67 on cover; Vol. 7, issue #1 in indicia. Ginny is happy to marry Bill, but friend Hilda sees trouble ahead. Madge fears losing Don when his ex Rita returns to town. Jo struggles to cope when her husband faces heart surgery. Hazardous Honeymoon; Wanda Wright Says; Change of Heart; One Summer Song; Parents and Dating; The Desperate Time. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Mort Meskin. Art by Mort Meskin, Bob McCarty, Harry Lazarus and Marvin Stein. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #68 on cover; Vol. 7, issue #2 in indicia. Kate feels like an old maid at 22 because all her friends are married, and her nagging parents aren't helping matters. Steve's beautiful letters to Laura make her doubt her love for Phil. Square Ben is torn between stable Anne and exciting co-worker Ruth. No One to Marry; Make-Up; Change of Heart; The Language of Love; Echo of a Dream; Birthday Surprise; Mad About The Girl. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby and Joe Simon. Art by Bob McCarty and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #69 on cover; Vol. 7, issue #3 in indicia. Neglected by her own family, Pam obsesses over the families of the men she dates. In the remote wilds, Jeff struggles to prove he's tough enough for bush pilot Lisa and her father, a mining foreman. Forest ranger Steve falls for redheaded speed demon Linda after busting her for speeding in a national park. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. How's the Family?; Love's Long View; Bright Boy!; The Lady in the Jaguar; A Letter; The Girls Next Door. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby. Art by Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #70 on cover; Vol. 7, issue #4 in indicia. Doris loves co-worker Alex, but he has a secret that will keep them apart. Hildy finds that Andy doesn't meet her unrealistic expectations. Sailor Frankie exaggerates his wooing of Laurie when he talks to his buddies. Too Late For Love!; Gilded Cage; Big Disappointment; A Week In Frisco; Janies Wish; Lovely Little Copycat! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby and Joe Simon. Art by Ann Brewster, Ted Galindo, Bill Draut and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #71 on cover; Vol. 7, issue #5 in indicia. Jen demands that Dave marry her after she adopts orphaned Billy. A bearded pro wrestler sweeps a girl off her feet, literally. A woman doesn't trust her fiance's business sense. At this point in the series, the stories become pretty offbeat for romance comics. Love me or Leave Me; Guessing Game; Easy Way Out; Love That Money!; Romance Rival; Birthday Present. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby and Joe Simon. Art by Mort Meskin, Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #72 on cover; Vol. 7, issue #6 in indicia. Billie hates her ex Joey, but she still loves his jazz trumpet. A family feud is exacerbated by the romance between two young people. Mary's family disapproves of her romance with door-to-door encyclopedia salesman Norman. And My Heart Came Tumbling Down!; Fatten Up; Love and War!; Cinderella Story; Scoop for Love; I Dream of Jeannie. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby and Joe Simon. Art by Mort Meskin, Bill Draut, Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Part of Prize's influential romance comics line, produced by the studio of Captain America creators Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Issue #73 on cover; Vol. 8, issue #1 in indicia. Laura cheats a friend to win a talent agent's business and love, but somebody knows the truth. Kathy struggles to understand that disabled vet Andy doesn't want special treatment, in a story ahead of its time. Football hero Jim wants to marry Nan, but can't accept the choice between family and the game. Final issue of the series; followed by Young Love (1960/03-05) Vol. 3, #5 four years later. Torch Song!; Glasses; Soldiers Homecoming; Bust Up!; The Troublemaker. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.