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SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 2011

ARCHIE COMICS FOR SEPTEMBER

ARCHIE: THE HIGH SCHOOL CHRONICLES BOOK 2 TP

Written by Batton Lash, art by Bill Galvin, Al Milgrom.

In this second volume, Eisner-winning writer Batton Lash answers more of the questions about the early years of life at Riverdale High that fans have been asking about for decades! See what happens when Jughead and his family move, Betty and Veronica become Internet celebrities, and Reggie breaks out and finds himself a new group of "Pals 'n' Gals." Catch Chuck's first real foray into the world of comics and find out whatever happened to Pencilneck G.

128 pages, $9.95.

ARCHIE: THE MARRIED LIFE TP

Written by Michael Uslan, Paul Kupperberg, art by Norm Breyfogle, Andrew Pepoy, Joe Rubenstein.

This graphic novel collects stories from Life with Archie Magazine #1-6, the storyline following two separate paths for Archie as a newlywed -- if he had married Betty Cooper, or Veronica Lodge. Archie Marries Betty features the newlyweds as they move to the city to pursue their dreams and are faced with seemingly endless disasters engineered by a sinister figure from the past, and also includes the moving story of the death of their former teacher Miss Grundy. Archie Marries Veronica showcases the newlywed couple struggling to balance business and conscience while trying to keep Mr. Lodge's sensibilities from destroying their ideals, their hometown -- and their marriage. Find out what happens to all of your favorite Riverdale characters!

320 pages, $19.99.

THE BEST OF ARCHIE COMICS DELUXE EDITION HC

Written arnd art by various.

This gigantic 432-page hardcover edition -- an essential introduction to new readers and a must-have companion for longtime fans -- presents the best Archie tales in a beautiful full-size volume. Includes classic tales covering every decade of Archie’s history, from some of the biggest creative names in the company’s history, including Bob Montana, Harry Lucey, Dan DeCarlo, Samm Schwartz, Stan Goldberg, Dan Parent and more! Hand-picked by Archie historians and experts, the collected stories take readers on a veritable pop culture tour of America, from the WWII era to the swingin '60s to the present -- including anecdotes, memories, historical highlights, exclusive content and more from Archie creators. Printed on quality paper, this deluxe edition contains an additional 16 pages of extras not found in the smaller, paperback version.

432 pages, $29.99.

ARCHIE #625

Written by Alex Simmons, art and cover by Dan Parent.

Sometimes an emotional teenager has her reasons. In "Send In The Clowns," Betty is concerned for her classmate, Shrill and wants to help after her break up with Sayid. Betty soon finds that there is more to Shirll's behavior than a broken heart. Her little sister needs cancer treatment and only Ronald McDonald House can help her. It doesn't take much to persuade Veronica to help pay for the treatment and the entire gang are on a plane to pitch in for their new friend and her family.

32 pages, $2.99.

ARCHIE & FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #9

Written by Frank Doyle, art by Dan DeCarlo.

Betty dons her Superteen costume and goes head to head with the consumer, only to find his appetite is too much for her. About to admit defeat, Jughead comes to her rescue and challenges the evil Consumer to a battle of the stomachs. Can Riverdale's bottomless pit defeat the insatiable Consumer? Find out in the conclusion of "Dinner For One."

160 pages, $3.99.

ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #222

Written by Gladir, Goldberg, art by Dan DeCarlo.

Archie and Dilton share a love of reading in "Fantasy Time" but Archie will have to leave his head in the books instead of in dreams if they're are going to come true. After Veronica is named Homecoming Queen, she enlists her friends to build the biggest, most spectacular parade float Riverdale has ever seen. Their work is a success but they're too tired to enjoy it in "Parade Rest."

160 pages, $3.99.

BETTY #194

Written by Frank Doyle, art and cover by Dan DeCarlo.

All of Betty's dreams come true when Archie asks her to be his date at the dance. But she's forced to wake up when she can't afford to buy a new dress. Never one to sulk, Betty gets a job and with Archie at her side. She may not dance the night away, but she still gets Archie in the hilarious conclusion. In the second feature, Katy Keene, Skipper Mason goes on a monkey chase and gets more than he bargained for! Li'l Jinx makes an appearance in "Sounds Fishy," and Archie goes classic in "Errant Boy" from 1957. Finally, everyone's favorite teenage witch, Sabrina, shows up in "Strange Love!"

32 pages, $2.99.

B & V FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #218

Written and art by various.

Betty tries to show Veronica the error of her superficial ways by helping those in need. Too bad Betty just proves Veronica right and gets left in the rain. Maybe Veronica will learn one day, but that won't be any time soon for the spoiled Ms. Lodge.

160 pages, $3.99.

JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #174

Written by George Gladir, art by Pat Kennedy

When Gladys tells Jughead he looks like teen vampire heartthrob, Basil Loverton, he wants to know more about the new movie craze. Taking it as a compliment, he plays into it on his date with her the next night. Unfortunately, Gladys isn't the only one who thinks Jughead looks like her idol and a mob of fans swarm poor Juggie like wild animals. He manages to get away but must end his tortured romance before it even begins -- just like a teen vampire!

160 pages, $3.99.

MEGA MAN #6

Written by Ian Flynn, art by Chad Thomas, Gary Martin

"Time Keeps Slipping," Part 2. Dr. Wily has vanished! Roll has been kidnapped! Dr. Light is in federal custody! What's Mega Man to do? The blue bomber teams up with Cut Man and Ice Man to investigate the ruins of Wily's castle and search for clues, but what dangers await within? And who are these two, new, powered-up Robot Masters?

32 pages, $2.99.

MEGA MAN VOLUME 1 TP

Written by Ian Flynn, art by Patrick "Spaz" Spaziante, Chad Thomas.

Mega Man is the hit new action-adventure series from Archie Comics! Dr. Light wanted to build a better tomorrow with his new Robot Masters, but the evil Dr. Wily reprogrammed them to take over the world! Now it's up to one little robot to save us all -- Mega Man! Collects Mega Man #1-4 plus variant covers, exclusive sketches and special features!

112 pages, $11.95.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #229

Written by Ian Flynn, art by Tracy Yardley, Terry Austin.

"Genesis," Part 4. The 20th-Anniversary Sonic celebration ends with this blockbuster issue! Sonic tackles the treacherous Metropolis Zone alone, while Sally leads her friends through the perils of the Oil Ocean Zone! At the end of the gauntlet lies the Death Egg and an epic battle! Will the world ever be the same again?

32 pages, $2.99.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES VOLUME 16 TP

Written and art by various.

The best-selling Sonic Archives graphic novel series continues! The hunt for the evil Ixis Naugus goes into full swing as Sonic and his best friend Tails continue the World Tour Saga! Can the power of friendship overrule the wills of interdimensional machine-gods? What is the sinister secret of Sand Blast City? And are those duck-bill platypus warriors riding crododiles? Collects Sonic The Hedgehog #59-62.

112 pages, $7.95.

SONIC UNIVERSE #32

Written by Ian Flynn, art by Tracy Yardley, Jim Amash.

"Inside Job," Part 4. The explosive finale to the Scourge Arc! Sonic's evil twin is running with the Destructix, and they're fighting for their lives to escape Zone Jail! If the rioting prisoners don't get them, the Zone Cops will! In the mad dash for freedom, who will escape -- and who will be left behind?

32 pages, $2.99.

SONIC UNIVERSE VOLUME 1: THE SHADOW SAGA TP

Written by Ian Flynn, art by Tracy Yardley, Jim Amash.

Enter the Sonic Universe with the first ever Graphic Novel collection of the new hit comic series! Shadow The Hedgehog, the dark and grim Ultimate Lifeform, embarks on his first mission for the Guardian Units of the Nation! He will travel across time and space, fighting deadly killer robots and facing down beings of god-like power! Collects the entire "Shadow Saga" storyline from Sonic Universe #1-4 plus exclusive sketches and special features!

112 pages, $11.95.

VERONICA #209: VERONICA PRESENTS KEVEN KELLER #3

Written and art by Dan Parent.

Kevin Keller is the new kid in Riverdale and the gang has made him feel right at home. When Wit Masters, a trivia game show for rival high schools comes around, Dilton and the crew want Kevin to represent them for the win. Too bad Kevin has a fear of public speaking. Will he pull it off and get Riverdale the winning championship for the third year in a row or will he choke in front of the big lights?

32 pages, $2.99.

WORLD OF ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #11

Written by Craig Boldman, art by Stan Goldberg.

Pop tells the boys women change their hair after traumatic events and after breaking a date with Betty for another girl, Archie's guilt gets the better of him when he's sees her with a new hairstyle. He invites her to a night on the town but it all backfires for poor Betty when Archie enlists the help of a specialist for her supposed depression. Betty won't be changing her hair again anytime soon after this fiasco! On the eve of his 25th anniversary at Riverdale High School, Coach Kleats recounts some of the highs and lows of his career only to reveal that obstacles often come from within.

160 pages, $3.99.



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