ARCHIE COMICS FOR MARCH

ARCHIE #595

Written by Arie Kaplan, Craig Boldman and George Gladir, art by Stan Goldberg.

"Home Insecurity": After robbers break into his safe, Mr. Lodge upgrades his security system to protect his property... but who will protect him from the ever-pervasive new system? "The Fall of Reggie": Realizing how much sympathy accident-prone Archie gets from the ladies, Reggie decides he'll take a few falls of his own... but will the girls "fall" for his scheme? "Prom Preparation": The perfect recipe: the annual prom plus the eternal love triangle equals a comedy of errors!

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on March 25.

ARCHIE & FRIENDS #129

Written by Alex Simmons, art by Fernando Ruiz.

"The Cartoon Life of Chuck Clayton" concludes with this latest installment. Tony Messina is a troubled kid, always getting into mischief. When he gets caught spreading graffiti in his neighborhood, his mother decides it would be best if Tony learned how to use his artistic abilities in a more positive way and enrolls him in Chuck's class. But there's a reason Tony's painted the walls in his town, and when Chuck finds out why, he decides to take action. What reason could Tony possibly have to deface property? Can Chuck find a solution beneficial to everyone?

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on March 24.

ARCHIE DIGEST #252

Written by George Gladir, Mike Pellowski and various, art by Tim Kennedy and various.

"A Cheap Date Contest": The local paper is sponsoring a contest to see who can go out on the most frugal date -- don't they realize "cheap dates" are a fact of life for Archie? "Mow Me Down": Archie enters his modified lawn mower in a special race for former clippers ­ after all, they get great "grass mileage!" Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

88 pages, $2.69, in stores on March 11.

ARCHIE'S DOUBLE DIGEST #197

Written by Mike Pellowski, Dexter Taylor, Bill Golliher and various, art by Taylor, Tim Kennedy, Pat Kennedy and various.

"Write on, Dude!": For Archie, modern homework is more about text messaging than text books! "2 of a Kind": Little Archie visits his grandparents' farm and meets all their new animals, including a monkey that's just like him! "Snack Attack Flak": While waiting for Veronica to get off the phone, Jughead and Archie eat all the appetizers prepared for Mrs. Lodge's fundraiser! Time for the merry munchers to make fast with alternate hors d'oeuvres! Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

176 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 25.

BETTY #179

Written by George Gladir, Mike Pellowski and Bill Golliher, art by Stan Goldberg.

"Those Nasty Budget Cuts": The kids want to hold a "green day" ecological event at the school, but Mr. Weatherbee worries about how much "green" it would cost to hold it! "Greeting Card": Betty gets a job with perks -- literally -- when she takes a position as a perky store greeter! "Yo Taxi": Betty offers to chauffeur Archie around until he earns enough money to fix his own car. Hope she has a lot of gas money! "Dog Daze!": Canine chaos ensues when Betty agrees to dogsit a neighbor's seemingly well-behaved pooch.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on April 1.

BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #169

Written by Dan Parent, George Gladir, Kathleen Webb and Tim Kennedy, art by Parent, Bob Bolling and Kennedy.

"Big Brother Sister is Watching!": When they find out she's working at the Pembrooke café, Betty and Veronica enlist Marcy to spy on Cheryl and her friends. That includes Archie, who's been spending an awful lot of time in Pembrooke since Cheryl moved back there... and getting quite cozy with Cheryl's friend Becky! "Dance, Dance, Dance!": It's time for "Dancing with the Students" when Riverdale High holds a charity dance marathon! "A Good Dressing Down": When it comes to work clothes, Veronica doesn't have a thing to wear! "Promotion Commotion": Veronica finds Archie's job as a radio DJ impressive -- until he promotes a hot female singing act live in the studio! Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

176 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 18.

BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #88

Written and art by Dan Parent.

"Geeks Rule": Betty and Archie get jobs on the "Geek Patrol," a group of computer tech-sperts seen in last month's Veronica #193. To keep Betty from spending so much time with Archie, Veronica joins the squad, too... and it isn't long before she inadvertently unleashes a vicious computer virus! Co-starring computer gurus Dilton and Veronica's cousin, Marcy, this "geek-tacular" issue also features a "techie" quiz, internet tips, geek-chic fashions, and more!

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on March 18.

JUGHEAD #194

Written by Craig Boldman, art by Rex Lindsey.

"Unfair Fair": Reluctantly attending the Job Fair at his parents' insistence, Jughead has a plan: he'll scare away potential employers with tall tales about jobs he's botched. Will his ruse succeed, or will Jughead's fears of gainful employment become a reality? "A Rude Awakening": Hot Dog tries everything he can to wake Jughead up for the grand opening of the "Rise and Shine" bakery. But which is stronger: Jughead's desire for sleep, or his massive appetite? "Sandal Scandal": Ethel buys Jug a pair of ergonomic massage sandals which keep our lovable lazy-boy on his toes all day long!

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on March 18.

JUGHEAD & FRIENDS DIGEST #32

Written by George Gladir, Mike Pellowski and various, art by Tim Kennedy and various.

"Getting His Goat": Jughead and Archie really kick up a ruckus -- literally -- when they bring goats to the school's "Pet Day!" "Missing Link": Jughead waxes poetic about a few of his favorite things... and they all happen to be edible! Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

88 pages, $2.69, in stores on April 1.

PALS-N-GALS DOUBLE DIGEST #130

Written by Fernando Ruiz and various, art by Ruiz and various.

"Snap Decision": Riverdale's resident prankster Reggie takes center stage in this hilarious tale of vanity, camera phones and text messages gone awry! "Science Flair Drama": Raj Patel is back! This time, the aspiring filmmaker decides to help his sister Tina with her volcano exhibit at the science fair. Of course, he can't resist spending more time taping the event than Tina. How long before Tina's temper erupts? Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

176 pages, $3.99, in stores on April 1.

SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #101 PRESENTS - "YOUNG SALEM"

Written by Ian Flynn, art and cover by Chad Thomas.

This reader-requested story-line offers everyone's favorite magical cat Salem in a special 4-issue tale that harkens back to the days when he wasn't an enchanted feline, but an actual boy wizard! In this thrilling tale, you'll journey to Salem's original home on the Saberhagen Farm for the first time! You'll also meet his mother, Felicia, and scruffy Uncle Mort. The tale begins when young Salem finds a talking frog who was once a wizard. The thrills, spills and surprises build from there!

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on April 1.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #198

Written by Ian Flynn, art by Renae De Liz, cover by Tracy Yardley.

"Egg Phoenix Down": The countdown to the epic Sonic the Hedgehog #200 continues! Sonic leads the fully assembled Freedom Fighters and Chaotix on an invasion of Dr. Robotnik's city, but the doctor unleashes a terrifying new weapon that may make their fight a short one!

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on March 11.

SONIC UNIVERSE #2

Written by Ian Flynn, art and cover by Tracy Yardley.

"Time and Again": The second issue of the new, ever-expanding, all-encompassing series revolving around Sonic's many friends and foes, with continuity aligning with the regular monthly Sonic comic. It is the eve of Sonic's big confrontation with Dr. Robotnik, but Shadow and Rouge have other plans. As the three of them embark on a crucial midnight raid, readers will have the opportunity to simultaneously look back on a time when Sonic and Shadow weren't so friendly as they witness the lost tale of their battle for the ARK! It's deja vu all over again as the present and past run parallel in this high-action tale!

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on March 25.