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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2009

ARCHIE COMICS FOR FEBRUARY

ARCHIE #606

Written by Michael Uslan, Craig Boldman and Angelo DeCesare, art by Stan Goldberg.

"Archie Gets Married: the Epilogue": The amazing events that occurred in Archie #600-605 have left Archie in a daze! He doesn't know how to explain it to his friends... especially Betty and Veronica! Can he readjust to the way things used to be before he walked up Memory Lane? "Unflappable": Archie comes up with a new way to break a date with Veronica: he'll push her buttons until she breaks the date with him! "Career Weak": An all-week Career Fair at school has Archie leaping from job to job. If only any of them were paying gigs!

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

ARCHIE ALL-STARS VOLUME 3: THE CARTOON LIFE OF CHUCK CLAYTON

Written by Alex Simmons, art by Ferando Ruiz.

Riverdale's resident cartoonist takes center stage in this special story! Originally appearing in the pages of Archie & Friends #126-129, "The Cartoon Life of Chuck Clayton" focuses on Chuck's efforts to share his artistic talents with neighborhood kids, and the special relationships he develops as he teaches cartooning. It all starts when Chuck is asked to teach an after-school program in cartooning to elementary school kids... and it isn't long before he learns the kids can be more hyperactive than his doodles! But Chuck is determined to connect with the kids and help them create the next comic book classics. Along the way, he gets some help teaching from an unlikely source, and reaches out to a troubled child known for spreading graffiti. Can Chuck's world of collecting, drawing, and teaching kids how to make their own comics take on new meaning? The answer's just a splash panel away! This poignant tale comes courtesy of someone who knows their way around both creating and teaching comics, namely acclaimed writer, children's art advocate, and organizer of the world's only "Kids' Comic" convention, Alex Simmons.

96 pages, $11.95, in stores on Feb. 17.

ARCHIE & FRIENDS #140

Written by Batton Lash, art by Bill Galvan.

"Freshmen Year -- The Missing Chapters: Jughead": For years, fans of Archie Comics have wondered what happened in the years before the fabled teens of Riverdale entered high school. How did everyone meet? Were the teachers always at the high school? Did all of Archie's friends always live in Riverdale? Just when did the "eternal love triangle" first start? In the "Freshman Year" saga, originally presented in the pages of Archie #587-591, readers finally learned the back-story behind Riverdale's fabled cast of characters. But that wasn't the whole story! Starting with this issue and running through four consecutive issues, writer Batton Lash fills in the blanks, giving readers an even bigger glimpse of what went on with Jughead, Betty & Veronica, Reggie, Chuck, and Pencilneck G. In this issue, we follow Jughead as his family moves out of Riverdale. What is life like in his new town? Can he make a friend as loyal as Archie? Who is Sadie -- just a friend, or something more?

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Feb. 10.

ARCHIE'S DOUBLE DIGEST #206

Written by Hal Lifson, Bill Golliher, John Rose and various, art by Rex Lindsey, Tim Kennedy and various.

"The Archies Return to Beverly Hills": After their first thrilling adventure in Beverly Hills (from December 2008's Archie's Digest #250), The Archies have returned for more fun in the "Golden State!" This time, they're playing a gig at the fabled Beverly Hills Hotel's Crystal Ballroom, where many a movie star, president and other dignitaries have been entertained throughout the years! Of course, they plan to make time for some of the city's other famous landmarks, too, including the Fountain Coffee room ­ home of grilled cheese and tomato sandwiches and the famous "Orange Freeze" drink, and the many shops on Rodeo Drive, including Guzzi and Dolsay & Cabana! "Do the Right Thing": Archie faces his biggest dilemma: do what's right (keep his date with Betty) or rock Śn' roll all night (at a concert with Veronica)! "Loving the Library": Girls can read boys like open books -- especially when those boys (like Archie) volunteer at the library just to meet girls! Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

176 pages, $3.99, in stores on Feb. 17.

BETTY & VERONICA #246

Written by Hal Lifson, Mike Pellowski and Kathleen Webb, art by Jeff Shultz.

"The Great Debate": Riverdale High's biggest fashion plate squares off against its most practical dresser in a debate on formal school attire versus casual wear... and you'll never guess which sides Betty and Veronica take! "Timely Tales": Veronica grows very impatient with the service at a local restaurant, leading to the question, "should the customers be called 'waiters' instead of the servers?" "Same Game": Veronica gets more than her "share" when she has to share a dorm with Betty and two other girls at a teen fellowship retreat designed to promote cooperation and team-work! "Technologically Challenged": A zapped battery in Veronica's cell phone cuts off the lines of communication with Betty at a crucial moment: just when a new girl threatens to move in on their Archie!

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Feb. 17.

BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #202

Written by Dan Parent, Mike Pellowski and various, art by Parent, Jeff Shultz and various.

"Writer's Blockheads": Ms. Grundy decides to have the class collaborate on a story by having each write a section. The theme is spring, but somewhere along the line the story turns into an adventure about rampaging robots, a romance where Reggie is the lead Romeo, and a quest to find the perfect burger! "Memory Lapse": Betty and Veronica are astonished when they witness a hapless boy caught between two girlfriends in a loopy love triangle... they can't even imagine such a thing! Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

88 pages, $2.69, in stores on March 3.

BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #178

Written by Bill Golliher, Mike Pellowski, Tim Kennedy and various, art by Dan Parent, Pat Kennedy and Terry Augstin.

"Plant One on Me!": Pop Tate's Chok'lit Shoppe turns into a little shop of horticulture when Betty & Veronica give him a plant... and it just so happens to be a hungry one! "Production Meeting": Betty and Veronica relive their first steps... via Betty's parents' handheld video and Veronica's parents' professionally produced video! "My Lucky Boyfriend/Worse for Wear": it's two stories in one, as both Veronica and Archie offer up accounts of the same event, each from their unique points of view! Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

176 pages, $3.99, in stores on Feb. 10.

JUGHEAD & FRIENDS DIGEST #36

Written by George Gladir and various, art by Bill Galvan and various.

"Tagger's Delight": Jughead must clear his name when graffiti artists start painting images of his crown all over Riverdale. When the trail leads to an art gallery, Jughead realizes he's not the only one who's being "framed!" Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

88 pages, $2.69, in stores on Feb. 10.

JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #158

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

"Battle of the Bots": Jughead doesn't make the basketball team as his parents hope, but Dilton and Chuck convince Jughead that his imagination would make him a formidable teammate on the robotics team. Can Jughead's unique intelligence help machines with artificial intelligence score baskets? "A Pair with Flair": In a follow-up to the previous story, the robotics team takes on various other problems at Riverdale High ­ like school budget cuts in the maintenance and cafeteria crews, tardy students and more. But have they created a Frankenstein's monster in the process? Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

176 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 3.

PALS 'N' GALS DOUBLE DIGEST #139

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

"The Chatty Charioteer": Archie goes Greek without having to join a college fraternity in this "what if" tale that imagines the teens of Riverdale in Ancient Greece! Can Archio beat Reggio in the big chariot race? Will Bettina and Veronique forever debate which of them is Archio's biggest fan? One thing's for certain ­ this story is one for the history books! "Let Your Hair Down": After a week of science-fact with Professor Flutesnoot, the kids are ready to enjoy the local science fiction convention... but they're not the only ones! "On the Face of It": The object of Reggie's affections is compromised... when his own beloved face gets a zit! Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

176 pages, $3.99, in stores on Feb. 24.

SONIC UNIVERSE #13

Written by Ian Flynn, art by Tracy Yardley.

"Journey into the East Part One: Endless Reach of Fate": After a fierce battle with the Spider Ninjas, Sonic rescues Sally, Tails and Monkey Khan from the Gossamer Clan Cave in which they've been imprisoned. Things get introspective as Sally blames herself for the recent turn of events, but when they all meet the Bride of the Endless Reach, our heroes realize they are in the middle of a much bigger picture than they thought! Ties into this month's Sonic the Hedgehog #210.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Feb. 17.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #210

Written by Ian Flynn, art by Steven Butler.

"Home Invasion Part One": In the aftermath of the "Iron Dominion" saga, things are bleaker than ever for our heroes, as one after another is "legionized." Amy, Geoffrey St. John, Rotor and the others do their best to be brave in the face of impending doom. But Eggman, the Iron Queen and Snively aren't exactly seeing eye to eye, which may provide hope for our heroes. Not to mention the intrepid team of first-rank heroes waiting for the proper moment to swoop in like the cavalry! Ties into this month's Sonic Universe #13.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on March 3.

TALES FROM RIVERDALE DIGEST #37

Written by Tim Kennedy, Craig Boldman and various, art by Pat Kennedy, Fernando Ruiz and various.

"Bite Plight": it's tooth or consequences for Jughead when the tooth fairy undervalues his tooth. Meanwhile, Archie is gaga over the fetching fairy while Betty takes a shine to her hunky supervisor! We promise you, this is one story you'll love to sink your teeth into! "Egology": Everything you always wanted to know about big egos... straight from that most vain and conceited of wise guys, Reggie! Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!

88 pages, $2.69, in stores on Feb. 24.

VERONICA #199

Written and art by Dan Parent.

"Ms. Lodge Goes to Washington": When the teens go to Washington, DC on a class trip, they visit all the historic sites, including the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, National Archives and more! They also have an opportunity to meet President Obama in a question and answer session, and to everyone's surprise, it's Veronica who asks the President how to help the economy. Taking the President's message about job creation to heart, Veronica puts Archie to work at Lodge Mansion... conveniently forgetting to tell her dad! She also gives Betty a job, strictly to keep her away from Archie! Will Veronica help stimulate the economy, or will she merely help stimulate her father's anger?

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on March 3.



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