Tuesday, March 20, 2007

Archie offers "Little Archie" on Free Comic Book Day

If you know anything about the comic-book world, then you're familiar with Free Comic Book Day, which this year is May 5. If you aren't, Free Comic Book Day is a single day when participating comic-book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely free to anyone who comes into their stores.

Archie Comics has been there since the beginning with original art and all-new stories. This year, Archie is offering two all-new comics for Free Comic Book Day: a Little Archie comic that will be the first new Little Archie comic in years, and a Sonic comic.

Little Archie -- Free Comic Book Day Special!
“Legend of the Lost Lagoon”

Little Archie, several campers and two counselors are boating on Loon Lake when they are suddenly caught in a dangerous storm. A golden owl, thought only to be a legend, directs them to the safety of a hidden tunnel that leads them to yet another legend, The Lost Lagoon.
STORY, ART and COVER: Bob Bolling.

Sonic the Hedgehog -- Free Comic Book Day Special!
"Unburying the Hatchet"
What could be better than Dr. Eggman's killer robot, Metal Sonic? How about the real thing! What has turned Sonic against his friends in Knothole, and who among our heroes has to power to stop the true blue hero-gone-bad?
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn ART: Tracy Yardley! (pencils) and Jim Amash (inks).
Fiercely free cover by Spaz!

If you don’t know where to find the closest comics shop, call 1-888-COMIC BOOK (1-888-266-4226).

Elsewhere in Archie Comics ...

BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST DOUBLE DIGEST #151
THE BEGINNING OF A SPECIAL FOUR-ISSUE SAGA FEATURING RIVERDALE’S FAVORITE TEENS IN A WHOLE NEW LOOK! “Bad Boy Trouble”: When Nick St. Clair rides into Riverdale on his motorcycle, Veronica is smitten. She likes Nick's air of assurance and his knack for getting noticed. The only problem is Nick gets noticed for all the wrong things! Nick quickly alienates all of Ronnie's friends, especially Betty. Is this handsome rebel the boy of Veronica's dreams, or just plain trouble? Will Betty and Veronica's friendship come to an end over the new boy in town? Don’t miss the first part of this epic four-part tale, drawn in an all-new style, to be continued the following issue! SCRIPT: Melanie J. Morgan. PENCILS: Steven Butler. INKS: Al Milgrom. PLUS: Other new and classic tales! SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents. BONUS: Puzzles, games and your chance to “Find Your Name in Print!”
On sale newsstand May 15, 2007
Full-color digest format
$3.69



ARCHIE'S CAMP TALES #1
Ah, summer! Free time, warm weather, and outdoor activities... and no better time for Archie Comics! With kids home from school and adults on vacation from work, casual comic reading goes up. Especially casual Archie comic reading! Whether looking for a quick read on the beach, in the backseat of the car on the way to some vacation destination, or simply some entertainment for a rainy day, Archie Comics offer something fun for everyone. And let us not forget those countless kids who've spent evenings reading and swapping Archie Comics under the covers! For decades, s Archie Comics have made their way into countless summer campers' backpacks… and for decades, the writers and artists at Archie have provided readers with stories of Archie and his friends' adventures at summer camp! Now, some of the best of these stories are collected in a special 5 x 7 & ½ inch edition. Each story is meticulously restored and printed on high-grade paper, so you can feel like you're camping right alongside Archie, Betty, Veronica and the rest! SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
On sale newsstand June 12, 2007
112-page, full-color paperback
$7.49

ARCHIE #575
"Bee on the Lookout": After a whole school year of run-ins with one another, Archie and Mr. Weatherbee decide to start the summer vacation with a restful day at the beach… each with the mistaken notion that the other will never be there! SCRIPT: Angelo DeCesare. ART: Stan Goldberg. "Summer Musings": An internship at the local newspaper has Archie fearing he'll be cooped up inside all summer, but a surprise assignment puts him right where he longs to be! SCRIPT: George Gladir. ART: Stan Goldberg. "Good Taste in Cars": Mr. Andrews's new hybrid SUV runs on recycled cooking oil… and soon all the neighborhood critters are running after it, entranced by the aroma! SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski. ART: Stan Goldberg.
On sale newsstand June 5, 2007
32-page, full-color comic
$2.25


ARCHIE & FRIENDS #110
IT'S ANOTHER SUPER-HEROIC ADVENTURE FOR THE QUEEN OF THE CATWALK! "Four Color Fun": Fresh from the excitement of ARCHIE & FRIENDS #107, where Katy starred as the Web's love interest in a mega-blockbuster movie production, Katy is back for another issue of high-flying heroics! Katy is clearly a hero to the many fans who show up to meet her at the mammoth California Comic-con, where she's promoting her epic "Web Returns" film. While there, she sets out on a comics quest of her own that's sure to be as thrilling as her celluloid exploits! SCRIPT AND ART: Andrew Pepoy. PLUS: "Living Lodge": Mr. Lodge decides to put his handheld daily reminder device to the test by giving one to each of Veronica's friends… only who's going to remind Archie to actually use it? SCRIPT: Angelo DeCesare. ART: Stan Goldberg.
On sale newsstand June 19, 2007
32-page, full-color comic
$2.25

ARCHIE DIGEST #235
The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales. SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents. BONUS: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"
On sale newsstand June 19, 2007
Full-color digest format
$2.49


ARCHIE'S DOUBLE DIGEST #179
Double your pages, double your Archie and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales! SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents. BONUS: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"
On sale newsstand May 29, 2007
Full-color digest format
$2.49





BETTY #165
"Fan Elan": When Betty wins a date with celebrity heartthrob Jason Jarson, will it be a silver screen classic or an all-time turkey? SCRIPT: George Gladir. ART: Stan Goldberg. "My Loss is My Gain": Betty loses a five dollar bill, but gains much more in the search that follows! SCRIPT: Kathleen Webb. ART: Stan Goldberg. "Then & Now": Betty and Archie catch the "pioneering spirit" at a living history museum, but when they're done, it's Betty who's still the handy one! SCRIPT: George Gladir. ART: Stan Goldberg. "Trying Not to Get BURNED": Betty sees red – literally – when she forgets to bring her sun screen lotion to the beach! SCRIPT: Kathleen Webb. ART: Stan Goldberg.
On sale newsstand June 5, 2007
32-page, full-color comic
$2.25 US.


BETTY & VERONICA #227
"Losers Can Be Choosers": Betty & Veronica's performance in the big beach volleyball tournament is less than stellar, but they certainly look fashionable as they flop! SCRIPT: George Gladir. ART: Jeff Shultz. "The Things You Find": When Betty and Veronica have a competition to see who can come up with the best outfit from garage sale purchases, they learn that everything old is new again! SCRIPT: Kathleen Webb. ART: Jeff Shultz. "Two of Club": Veronica has Betty pose as a rich cousin at her "beach club for wealthy girls," but if it's one thing Betty's not, it's a "poser!" SCRIPT: Angelo DeCesare. ART: Jeff Shultz.
On sale newsstand June 12, 2007
32-page, full-color comic
$2.25

BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #78
"Let's Talk Tiki": An Hawaiian themed party—and the new hunk in town who's invited to it—inspires Betty and Veronica to compete in the food, decoration and of course, hula dancing departments! SCRIPT AND ART: Dan Parent.
On sale newsstand May 22, 2007
Full color-digest format
$2.49

BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #175
Bright and brassy, bold and beautiful, blonde and brunette-- teen dream queens Betty & Veronica romp through this collection of new stories and classic tales! SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents. BONUS: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"
On sale newsstand June 12, 2007
Full-color digest format
$2.49


BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #152
THE SECOND PART OF A SPECIAL FOUR-ISSUE SAGA FEATURING RIVERDALE'S FAVORITE TEENS IN A WHOLE NEW LOOK! "Bad Boy Trouble Part 2": The story that has the news media abuzz continues in this issue! Wild Nick St. Clair is a motorcycle-riding bad boy who's stolen Veronica's heart, but not those of her friends. Is Nick the misunderstand romantic he's convinced Veronica he is, or really a wolf in a biker's clothing? Reaction to the Riverdale teens' makeover has been swift, with mentions on TV, in newspapers, and especially on the internet, raising anticipation levels for this epic to unprecedented heights! Don't miss the latest installment of this thrilling tale, drawn in an all-new realistic style that has everyone talking! SCRIPT: Melanie J. Morgan. ART: Steven Butler. PLUS: Other new and classic tales! SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents. BONUS: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"
On sale newsstand June 19, 2007
Full-color digest format
$3.69

JUGHEAD #181
"Misery Date": When Jughead agrees to take the new girl on a date, he borrows some advice from Archie… as well as Archie's sweater, car and cash! "Missed Kiss": A case of mistaken identity finds a pair of mysterious lips kissing Jughead as he sleeps… and Jughead is determined to taste that yummy flavored lipstick again, even if he has to kiss every girl in Riverdale to find those lips! "Babe Magnet": Taking his baby sister Jellybean for a stroll is no walk in the park for Jughead, especially when her cuteness attracts so many girls! SCRIPTS: Craig Boldman. ART: Rex Lindsey.
On sale newsstand May 22nd, 2007
Full color digest format
$2.49



JUGHEAD & FRIENDS DIGEST #20
"The Summer Job": Jughead finds the perfect job for someone inclined to avoid work - he finds a job in which Hot Dog does all the work for him! SCRIPT: George Gladir. ART: Fernando Ruiz. PLUS: Other new and classic tales! SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents. BONUS: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"
On sale newsstand June 5, 2007
Full-color digest format
$2.49



JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #131
Its double-decker sandwiches and double-trouble as the irrepressible Jughead tilts the laugh-o-meter in this uproarious collection of new stories and classic tales! SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents. BONUS: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"
On sale newsstand June 12, 2007
Full-color digest format
$3.69


PALS-N-GAL'S DOUBLE DIGEST #112
The spotlight is on the wonderful cast of Archie supporting characters, in this double digest featuring new stories and classic tales. SCRIPT & ART: Various talents. BONUS: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"
On sale newsstand June 5, 2007
Full-color digest format
$3.69



SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #84
"Truth Be Told": When Sabrina rejoins the current Four Blades, is it out of genuine interest or merely a way to keep tabs on Shinji's mysterious new girlfriend, Hemlock? Further complicating matters, Sabrina and Harvey continue to grow closer as a couple, but can Sabrina ever really reveal her biggest secret to Harvey? What would Harvey's reaction be if she did? And is there any further fallout from last issue's surprising revelation about Bartholomew? Buckle your broom-belts, Sabrina fans… many magical answers await you this issue! SCRIPT AND ART: Tania del Rio.
On sale newsstand June 12, 2007
32-page, full-color comic
$2.25


TALES FROM RIVERDALE DIGEST #20
"Model Citizen": When talent scouts from a trendy modeling agency visit Riverdale, Veronica does all she can to get their attention. As usual, she has some tough competition… no, not Betty, not Cheryl but none other than that rascal Reggie! Will their pretend poise prove to be no match for their massive egos? SCRIPT AND ART: Tim Kennedy. PLUS: Other new and classic tales! SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents. BONUS: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"
On sale newsstand May 22, 2007
Full-color digest format
$2.49

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