WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25, 2008
ARCHIE COMICS FIRST LOOKS
FIRST LOOK: VERONICA #189
Veronica #189 will arrive in stores on July 2 from Archie Comics. The issue is written by Dan Parent, George Gladir and Mike Pellowski, with art by Parent.
Here's how Archie describes the issue:
"'Carrying the Torch': Veronica agrees to carry the torch at the 'Riverdale Games,' but the only thing 'burning' is Veronica when she spots Archie with his 'old flame,' Cheryl Blossom! 'No Contest': Veronica ponders how Betty can be so rich in spirit when she's so not-rich in wealth! 'Dream Vacation': Veronica finds the yellow-brick road is paved with gold as she falls asleep reading 'The Wizard of Oz!'"
Veronica #189 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.25.
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FIRST LOOK: BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #162
Betty & Veronica Double Digest #162 will arrive in stores on July 2 from Archie Comics. The issue is written by Dan Parent, Mike Pellowski and various, with art by Parent, Bob Bolling and various.
Here's how Archie describes the issue:
"'And the Winner Is... Part 2 of 5': 2008 is an election year, and Archie Comics is no exception as we present a special election of our own: your chance to vote for Cheryl Blossom's new boyfriend! Last issue, Reggie and Cheryl broke up, and Cheryl wound up on the TV show, 'The Lonely Hearts Club' in search of a new beau. Three hot contestants have stepped up for the challenge, and you the reader will witness each of their dates with Cheryl and vote for who you think Cheryl should choose online at www.archiecomics.com! In this issue, Cheryl goes on a date with Austin. He's quite a hunk, but perhaps too much of a nutrition and fitness fanatic for Cheryl's health... unless your votes decide otherwise! Plus: 'Choose or Loose': Betty and Veronica just can't decide which outdoor activity to partake in on such a beautiful day. Can they decide before the rain clouds set in? Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!"
Betty & Veronica Double Digest #162 will cost $3.69.
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FIRST LOOK: ARCHIE DIGEST #245
Archie Digest #245 will arrive in stores on July 2 from Archie Comics. The issue is written by Pat Kennedy, George Gladir and various, with art by Pat Kennedy, Tim Kennedy and various.
Here's how Archie describes the issue:
"'Bare Essentials': Things get hairy for Archie and Jughead when Reggie convinces them they'll go bald just like their fathers! Can Dilton's hair growth formula or the internet's cure help our heroes tackle their mane concern? 'The Big Chase': When Archie agrees to umpire a girls' softball game, his eye is on more than the bats and ball! Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!"
Archie Digest #245 will cost $2.49.
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FIRST LOOK: SONIC X #34
Sonic X #34 will arrive in stores on July 2 from Archie Comics. The issue is written by Ian Flynn, with art by David Hutchison and Terry Austin and a cover by Pat Spaziante.
Here's how Archie describes the issue:
"'Fool Party': When Chris' father holds a charity auction with the top prize being a personal pool party at Thorndyke Manor, guess what egg-shaped no-goodnik places the highest bid? Sonic and Tails make the scene to make sure Eggman doesn't steal it... or more precisely, doesn't steal one of Grandpa Chuck's special motors! Hopefully Eggman won't find out that Sonic can't swim!"
Sonic X #34 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.25.
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