Secrets of Love and Marriage (1956) comic books

Cover by Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Bill Molno, Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio and Vince Alascia. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. When Norma and Bill argue over her cooking, it's a sign of trouble, but prayer puts their relationship back on track. Terry offers to introduce handsome Jim to her college girlfriends, but he's more interested in Terry. Larry thinks Viv wants him to stop working so hard for selfish reasons, but she's actually concerned that he's killing himself with stress. The Prayer; The Conqueror; My Marriage; Duncan's Special Contentment; The Search; Six Months to Live; Time of Decision. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano and Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Bill Molno, Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio and Jon D'Agostino. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Anise stumbles on ailing hermit Les, nurses him back to health, and falls in love. Actress Peggy is torn between director Jack and her fiancé back home. Jim and Lily take a six-month break to see if they're really serious about each other. Explanation Not Necessary; Say When!; The Old Love; Trousseau for a Wife; Too Shy; The Sudden Kiss; Trial Ending; Faint Heart; Song of Sorrow. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Bill Molno, Sal Trapani and Dick Giordano. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Bill and Lise's marriage is barely 24 hours old when his mother visits, but is she truly interfering, or is Lise just oversensitive? Overhearing her husband Burt, Gwen lets jealousy get the better of her. When a woman asks for "a ring," her fiance says he'll call her every day. Two Alone; To Love and Honor; Lee Gets Her Man; Give Love a Chance; Of Course He Will; The Quiet Heart Is Home; The House by the Road. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Jon D'Agostino and Dick Giordano. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Angela just wants to help her sensitive artist husband Bill sell his paintings, but he sees her as interfering with his work. Rising actress Janice returns to her hometown and finds she still loves her sweetheart John, but she isn't willing to give up her career for him. An ailing teen makes a miracle recovery when her boyfriend shows up at the door. A Wife Is a Partner; The Last Act; Reloads; The Man Said "No;" Don't Worry, Dear; Quick Cure. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, Jon D'Agostino and Dick Giordano. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Successful Bob and Lisa seemingly have everything, but Lisa still feels angst for what they've lost along the way. Marian gets a secretarial job to meet a husband, but even after she falls for Dan, she's not ready to give up her job. Linda is shocked and horrified when she learns how much debt Johnny accumulated while they were getting married. Second Love; My Husband, My Career; The Greatest Adventure; A Shattered Dream; Unworthy; Man Trap. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, Bill Molno, and Vince Alascia. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Trudy tells Diana how she came to hate her new husband Rick. Hedi and John go on a honeymoon train trip, even though their marriage was arranged by their families and they don't really know each other. Brainy beauty Sue has no patience for dumb guys. I Hate Him; Second Wedding; No Prince Charming; Glorious Gloria; Which?; The Extra Girl. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Sal Trapani, Bill Molno, and Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Sheltered Alice finds love with Ted, but her family thinks there's something cold and standoffish about him. Kitty thinks Al has been killed in action, and believes she'll never date again, but the new guy in her life looks and acts an awful lot like Al. Helen weds two-fisted engineer Hank, "hard as nails, afraid of no man, devil-may-care," then is surprised that Hank has a hard time fitting in to corporate suburban society. Plus a PSA for church attendance. Ill-Fated; Dinner Date; Only a Wife; My Last Date; Accidental Meeting; True to Type; First Meeting; Model Husband; The Truth, Darling; Two Alone; Jealous; Success, My Love; They Haven't Changed a Bit!; Can You Forgive Yourself?; Career Kisses; Find the Strength for Your Life; Mortgaged Heart. 64 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Stories and art by John Tartaglione, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Teaching in a rural area, Annie falls for adult student Jeff, but meets opposition from Mrs. Hanlon. Accused of embezzlement, Tom risks losing his job, his freedom, and his relationship with Norma. Bonnie, a district attorney, falls for her number-one counterfeiting suspect, handsome restaurateur Buck. Lesson in Love!; A Baby's Love; I Hate Him; That Smith Girl; Flirt!; Minklined Misery; The Courtship of Sue Turner; Too Rich, Too Poor; A Glimpse of Paradise; Mountain Mission; To Hate or to Love?; And Never Return. 64 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

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Cover by John Tartaglione. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Connie drops steady Ben to marry Eric, who says things like "I'll tell you the entrancing story of my life," but wealthy Eric is not prepared for hardship. Dot isn't sure how to tell handsome photographer Guy that she's not her sister, professional model Harriet, especially after she falls for him. Vacationing Barbie is intrigued by the handsome portrait hanging on the wall in her bed & breakfast. Moment of Decision; My Model Romance; Love Is Blind; Hard to Please!; Calling Cupid; Portrait of Romance. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, John Tartaglione and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. During her wedding rehearsal with Fred, Lisa realizes she doesn't love him and can't go through with the wedding. Practical real estate agent Barbara falls for Gil, the impulsive artist, but his wild-spending ways and lack of organization cause friction. Newlyweds Al and Betty endure a visit from her interfering mother. Runaway from Love; Love Isn't Logical; The Honeymoon Is Over; Cinderella in Washington; Mother-in-Law; The Man I Married. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Sal Trapani, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Louise's mother wants her to date the boss's son, but she falls for struggling actor Greg. Eloping couple Bill and Junie get lost on the way to the justice of the peace. Lois is the caretaker for her disabled father, but keeps this a secret from Larry, the guy he's dating, because she's afraid it will scare him off. Coincidence!; Imperfect Husband!; Sole Support; Gertrude Gets a Genuine Genius; Elopement!; Recommended to Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, George Wildman and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Marie marries workaholic engineer Red, but she isn't prepared for the financial struggles of a young married couple. As Cindy marries Charles, she's overcome with the feeling that he doesn't really love her and he's just doing what is expected of him. Barbara is intrigued by the handsome gambler who loses a small fortune every night in her uncle's Vegas casino. For Richer, for Poorer; The Tearful Bride; Is It Possible?; Nosey Little Girl; Unlucky in Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Mona marries Bert, captain of a luxury liner, but she isn't prepared for the long absences or the many social events he is required to attend. Alma, struggling with the responsibilities of new motherhood, gets some straight talk from her mother. Jean should be living a fan's dream after she marries singer Ted Thomas, but being an artist's wife brings unexpected problems. The Captain's Wife; The Bride's Attendants for a Formal Wedding; The Marriage Game; Men Are That Way!; I Married a Crooner. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, Vince Alascia and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Kathy marries her older boss Lance, but finds married life boring until she starts going to parties, where she meets Peter. Sue's mother is opposed to her dating actor Ted because of the instability of the actor's life. Beautiful Mavis has trouble finding someone who appreciates her inner beauty, until a disfiguring auto accident. Wall of Beauty; The Age of Love; Mother Said No!; E. S. and P. L. Equal Love; Mrs. Heaths Romance. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Nancy meets Brad on a ski vacation and they plan to marry, but Brad is unhappy with his job, and that threatens their future together. Kathy works the perfume counter in a department store, which is where she meets fellow employee Joel, but Joel isn't who he seems. Claire's friend Dave gives her a total makeover to attract her boss Gordon's attention, but why is Dave being so helpful? I Criedf You; Worthy of Him; A Love So True; No Greater Love; Strange Ending. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Dave's girlfriend has a deep jealousy that leads to an obsession with Linda and a foolish race to a crossing with a freight train. Karen plans to elope with Phil, but the chaotic ride to the judge proves Phil's not the one, as she falls in love with Bob, their best man. This story features art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. On the eve of their wedding, Christy gets a telegram from Lance that he's married someone else. Best Man; Lovers' Quarrel; Blinding Hate; He Left Me; Lost Love; No Question of Food; Tears of a Fool; Jilted! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Dick Giordano and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. After years of running her family's household, Nora is ready for Hal to run their new family - whether he wants to or not, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. In another Sinnott story, Marie seeks counseling for a post-breakup depression and falls for her psychiatrist. Jan is shocked when Phil ends their long-distance romance, but she doesn't know he's lost his sight and doesn't want to be a "burden." Lover Be Strong; The Years Between; The Brush-Off; Breakdown. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Lisa marries Vance, owner of a modeling agency, but feels insecure about her looks compared to the beauties he sees every day, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Spoiled Marsha marries Jess, but isn't prepared for the demands of housewifery in the '50s, and would rather just watch TV. On the rebound after breaking up with Dick, Nan marries Ben on impulse, but has second thoughts after their wedding day. Beauty for Sale; The Awakening; Fun for Kids; Cold Heart; Marry in Haste. 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, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Future ballet dancer Maria falls in love with Pete, but must keep it a secret from Boris, her stern teacher, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Engaged to ex-football star Biff, Anne falls for pianist Charles, but neglects to tell Biff, in a story that features a classic "race to the airport" romance ending. Louise pays a surprise visit to her husband Kenny at work, and catches him kissing his secretary. Secret Love; Song of Love; Moment of Decision; Just John Smith; I Fought for 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. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Alice marries Scott, but maybe she's not totally over her former boyfriend, Allan. Beth is shocked to see her husband Tom kissing their neighbor Caroline, and is convinced that their marriage is over. Bev marries Jim after a whirlwind romance, but when she finds a photo of a beautiful woman, she realizes how little she really knows about him. Return to Romance; Love Thy Neighbor; Romance Reflections; Marriage for Convenience; The Other Woman. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, Vince Alascia, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Emma is ready to marry Don, but an anonymous letter informs her that Don is not who he appears to be, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. At her daughter's wedding, Rose thinks back to her own wedding, and her long-missing husband Frank. Hal takes his girlfriend Cathy on a sailing trip with his roommate Roy, but Cathy falls for Roy, even though Roy's already engaged. The Letter; The Man at the Wedding; The Reason Why; Grandma Objects; Take My Heart. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Sally marries her father's business partner Bob, but her widowed, controlling father isn't ready to let go of her, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Ginnie dumps struggling artist Gabe and agrees to marry wealthy Halbert, forcing her to make a choice between art and commerce. Di marries trucker Jeff and is lonely while he's on the road, but when her wealthy father tries to intervene, that just makes things worse. Married for Money; Honeymoon for Three; A Cruel Kindness; Marriage Is Not an Escape; Enduring Love; I Was a Lonely Wife. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Sal Trapani, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Amnesiac Beth has no memory of Keith, the man who claims to be her husband, and that's just the start of a twisting murder mystery that literally opens with an explosion. Supermodel Anne marries small-town sweetheart Rod, but she just can't adjust to life on his farm. Del tries to comfort friend Flora after the death of her husband, but learns a secret he must keep from her, in a rare story narrated by the male character. In the Arms of a Stranger; Along Came Love; Find a Fortune; The Birds the Bees and My Dying Love; Letter from a Loved One. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Charles Nicholas, Jon D'Agostino, and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. After learning she only has a year to live, embittered Marian falls for her handsome doctor Bob, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Wealthy Katherine inherits the "contract" of rough-and-tumble boxer Steve, who says things like "When you're mad, doll, you're gorgeous! I could go for a skirt like you!" Miriam struggles to find the strength to go on after her soldier husband Arnold is killed in action. There's Always Tomorrow; Knockout!; Tears at the Wedding; It Has Happened Before; The Search! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Newlyweds find that while love solves some problems, others require negotiation. Ellen struggles to cope after learning her husband Brad is missing in action in Korea, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Mar is too busy with "Women's League" meetings, workouts and art classes to spend much time with husband Tod, but a disastrous home accident gives her a new perspective. Lola works to support her husband, struggling writer Bart, but that causes conflict in the conservative '50s. Forever My Love; No Time for Tod; Try Tenderness; First Anniversary; I Married a Stranger. Final issue of the series. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.