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Archie Comics in March 2012

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ARCHIE COMICS MARCH 2012 SOLICITS

ARCHIE #631

“Another Love Song” – The Pussycats are in town and Valerie has big news for her on-and-off-again boyfriend Archie: Her family is moving to Riverdale! Not everyone is thrilled with the news, however, as Betty and Veronica don’t need the competition! The girls may have found the perfect boy to get their mind’s off Archie, though – Valerie’s brother!

Script: Dan Parent

Art & Cover: Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 3/14

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 3/28

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
ARCHIE AND FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #14

Pureheart the Powerful in “Mite and Maim” – When bright-eyed reporters Betty and Veronica capture evil-doer The Octopus assaulting the mayor on camera, they’re guaranteed a front page scoop! Not about to let the story see the light of day, The Octopus apprehends the girls. Who should stand in the way but Pureheart the Powerful! Will Pureheart’s strength be able to withstand Veronica’s kiss in order to save the day or will The Octopus manage to stop the presses?

Script: Frank Doyle

Art: Bob White

Cover: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 3/7

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 3/21

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.
ARCHIE MEETS KISS: COLLECTOR’S EDITION (HC)

The biggest band in rock history invades Riverdale! When the Archies find their town overrun by monsters because of a spell gone wrong, can rock legends KISS save the day? Sabrina the Teenage Witch is also featured adding a magical touch to this epic crossover. Prepare for the craziest match up in Archie history since “Archie Meets The Punisher”! The Hardcover Collector’s Edition collects all four parts of the mini-series, reprints of the variant covers by Francesco Francavilla, foreword by Gene Simmons, plus contains 48 pages of extras not found in the regular trade paperback edition including a KISS photo gallery, the original pitch and script and other bonus material! A must-have full-color edition for KISS and Archie fans alike!

Script: Alex Segura

Art & Cover: Dan Parent

978-1-936975-14-3

$29.99/$34.00CAN

6 5/8 x 10 3/16”

Hardcover

160 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 4/11
ARCHIE MEETS KISS (TR)

The biggest band in rock history invades Riverdale! When the Archies find their town overrun by monsters because of a spell gone wrong, can rock legends KISS save the day? Sabrina the Teenage Witch is also featured adding a magical touch to this epic crossover. Prepare for the craziest match up in Archie history since “Archie Meets The Punisher”! The trade edition features a foil enhanced cover and collects all four parts of the mini-series, reprints of the variant covers by Francesco Francavilla plus a foreword by Gene Simmons and other bonus material! A must-have full-color edition for KISS and Archie fans alike!

Script: Alex Segura

Art & Cover: Dan Parent

978-1-936975-04-4

$12.99/$14.99CAN

6 5/8 x 10 3/16”

Trade Paperback

112 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 4/11
B&V FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #223

Betty & Veronica in “May We Have This Dance?” – The girls prepare to get their groove on by competing with the rest of Riverdale’s wannabe dancers for a spot on “American Dance-A-Thon”! In need of a dance partner, Veronica calls up Archie who jumps at the chance to be on TV! But will Cheryl cut in when Archie is forced to choose a partner for the special “Spotlight Dance”?

Script: Dan Parent

Art: Dan Parent, Jon D’agostino

Cover: Dan DeCarlo

Shipping Date: 3/14

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 3/28

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.
BEST OF SONIC THE HEDGEHOG (HC)

After nearly twenty years of comics, specials and mini-series, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG has told hundreds of stories! Through the laughs and thrills, the action and adventure, the highs and lows, some stories stand out among the rest – presented here for the first time ever in this thematic graphic novel collection! From the titanic clash of “Mecha Madness” to the universe-shattering epic “Order from Chaos”, join us as the Archie Comics Sonic team picks their favorite stories from the history of the series! Don’t miss out on this deluxe, collectible hardcover edition – a must-have for any Sonic fan! Plus all-new cover art from Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante and insights from the Sonic creative team!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante, Tracy Yardley, Jamal Peppers, Terry Austin, Jim Amash, John Workman and Matt Herms

Cover: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante

978-1-936975-06-8

$24.99/$27.99CAN

6 5/8 x 10 3/16”

Hardcover

144 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 5/23
BETTY AND VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #200

Veronica in “Not So Clothes-Minded!” – In order to break Veronica’s habit of arriving late for class, Mr. Weatherbee sentences her to community service! Intent on helping the struggling thrift store she’s been forced to aide, Ronnie utilizes her fashion sense for good in a way nobody thought possible! Can the conceited socialite make a difference and learn a lesson in the process?

Betty in “Triangle Wrangle” – Trying to secure a summer job, Betty turns to Lodge Land where Archie and Adam are working as rival vampires! But will the boys’ antics vying for Betty’s affections help or hinder her job hunt?

Script: Bill Golliher, George Gladir

Art: Pat Kennedy, Stan Goldberg, Jim Amash, Al Milgrom

Cover: Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 3/28

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 4/11

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.
JUGHEAD #212

In Jughead’s seemingly never-ending quest to find a place to call home, the teen and his canine companion Hotdog shack up in the unlikeliest of places: Lodge Estates. Not accustomed to a life of luxury, will Jughead conform to high society or will his slovenly ways put him back on the street? Plus, how does Mr. Lodge plan to use his new houseguest to his advantage?

Script: Craig Boldman

Art: Rex Lindsey

Cover: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 3/7

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 3/21

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
JUGHEAD DOUBLE DIGEST #179

Jughead in “Picture Perfect” – Lights! Camera! Burger! Pop hires an agency to take pictures for a Chok’lit Shoppe ad but first they must piece together the perfect burger. As Jughead learns, creating photogenic food is a work of art but will Pop be smiling at the results?

Script: Craig Boldman
Art: Rex Lindsey

Cover: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 3/7

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 3/21

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.
KEVIN KELLER #2

Kevin Keller in “May I Have This Dance?” – As newly appointed class president, Kevin is in charge of selecting the theme for Riverdale High’s prom. That’s easy compared to the decision of who Kevin will take to the dance! And if things weren’t complicated enough, Kevin has a secret admirer hoping to be Kevin’s date…

Script: Dan Parent

Art & Cover: Dan Parent

Variant Cover: Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 3/28

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 4/11

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
LIFE WITH ARCHIE #18

“Archie Marries Veronica” – Not even a brush with the law can keep Veronica from investigating the mysterious mining accident that befell Archie and Reggie! Why did Ambrose drag them down there and what will they discover on the other side?

“Archie Marries Betty” – In the alternate reality, Archie digs deeper into the mysteries surrounding Dilton, Fred Mirth and Memory Lane! Plus what exactly did happen with Veronica’s missing plane? Things are about to come to a head as this issue blows open the lid on every crazy event that lead us to this point! You are not going to want to miss the thrilling conclusion!

Script: Paul Kupperberg

Art: Fernando Ruiz, Pat Kennedy, Tim Kennedy, Al Milgrom, Bob Smith

Cover: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 3/14

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 3/28

64-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.
MEGA MAN #12

“The Return of Dr. Wily” Part Four: This is it – the grand finale of “THE RETURN OF DR. WILY”! Dr. Wily has hidden himself in his latest fortress and surrounded himself with killer robots as he plots his counter-attack. Can Mega Man breach the defenses and stop the mad scientist in time? Maybe not alone – but the Original Robot Masters have got his back! It’s all-out robot warfare in the explosive conclusion!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Ben Bates, Gary Martin, John Workman and Matt Herms

Cover: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante

Shipping Date: 3/28

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 4/11

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
MEGA MAN FCBD 2012

“Let the Games Begin!” – Don’t miss the first classic issue of the hit new MEGA MAN comic series! The future looks bright when brilliant and benevolent Dr. Light unveils his latest creations: the Robot Masters! But when the nefarious Dr. Wily steals them for his own sinister purposes, there is no one left to stop him. No one – except Mega Man! Plus bonus features and a preview of the all-new series: THE NEW CRUSADERS!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante, John Workman, Matt Herms

Cover: Chad Thomas, Fabio ReDivo and Evan Stanley

Shipping Date: 3/7

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 5/5

32-page, full color comic
SONIC GENESIS (HC)

Part of SEGA’s heavily promoted Sonic the Hedgehog 20th anniversary event, this is what Sonic fans have been demanding – his fist deluxe hardcover edition! Sonic: Genesis is a highly collectible book with a foil-enhanced cover and features the biggest, most talked-about Sonic comic story of all time, which leading video game website IGN called the comics’ “definitive story”! This hardcover collection includes the complete “Genesis” epic, with art by Patrick SPAZ Spaziante, who is creating his highly anticipated first interior Sonic story artwork in nearly ten years! All this plus tons of bonus features that will give fans new and old an in-depth look at the story that changed Sonic the Hedgehog comics forever!

Script: Ian Flynn
Art: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante

Cover: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante

978-1-879794-89-4

$24.99/$27.99CAN

6 5/8 x 10 3/16”

Hardcover

144 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 3/14

SONIC PRESENTS KNUCKLES ARCHIVES 2 (TR)

Hot off the heels of his successful debut graphic novel, Sonic’s original “friendly nemesis” takes on all new challengers in the pulse-pounding Knuckles Archives 2! Dive in as Knuckles investigates the mysteries of his origins and the wonders of the Floating Island. Knuckles’s past comes back to haunt him – and in a big way! New villains arrive as the Dingo Regime is thrust

back into fray, while the old villains of the Dark Legion and Enerjak return to wreck havoc! Collects two complete story arcs from Knuckles the Echidna # 4-9!

Script & Art: Various

Cover: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante

978-1-879794-98-6

$9.99/$10.99CAN

5 x 7 3/8”

Trade Paperback

160 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 3/21
SONIC SELECT 5 (TR)

Blast into the past at Sonic speed with this flashback-themed edition of the hugely successful Sonic Select graphic novel series! You’ll catch the early adventures that turned Sonic and the Freedom Fighters into the heroes they are today! From the founding of the team to the secret past between Princess Sally and Knuckles – it’s all here! But this volume doesn’t just live in the past. Sonic and the leading ladies of the comic tell and experience major events in their lives, shaping their characters and events in the comics for years to come! Sonic Select 5 collects stories from Sonic Super Specials #5, 8, 9 and 11.

Script & Art: Various

Cover: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante

978-1-936975-05-1

$11.99/$12.99CAN

6 x 9”

Trade Paperback

128 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 4/25
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #235

“Remember the Fallen”: The Freedom Fighters are torn apart in the fallout from last issue. Sonic and his friends must deal with the loss in their own way, and it will change the team forever. When Silver the Hedgehog arrives looking for “the traitor,” will the weary Sonic give him a chance to speak?

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Tracy Yardley!, Terry Austin, John Workman and Matt Herms

Cover: Yardley!, Austin and Herms

Shipping Date: 3/21

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 4/4

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG FCBD 2012

“…Two Steps Back: SPECIAL EDITION” – “Genesis” may be over, but that doesn’t mean Sonic has saved the day! The Death Egg II still menaces New Mobotropolis, and Dr. Eggman has one more sinister trick up his sleeve. It’s a desperate race against time as Sonic and Sally try to prevent another world catastrophe, and the ending will leave you speechless. Plus bonus features and a preview of the all-new series: THE NEW CRUSADERS!

Script: Ian Flynn.

Art: Ben Bates, Terry Austin, John Workman and Matt Herms

Cover: Tracy Yardley! and Matt Herms

Shipping Date: 3/7

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 5/5

32-page, full color comic
SONIC UNIVERSE #38

“Scrambled” Part Two – The hunt is on! Dr. Eggman goes into all-out war with G.U.N., all in an attempt to smoke out his wayward lackey, Snively! Meanwhile, in the heart of G.U.N. headquarters, Snively seeks the next step in his master plan: a girl named Hope!

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Jamal Peppers, Jim Amash, Jack Morelli and Steve Downer

Cover: Jamal Peppers, Jim Amash and Matt Herms

Shipping Date: 3/7

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 3/21

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
STAN LEE’S MIGHTY 7 #1

“How it all Began!” – Stan Lee Comics presents “MIGHTY 7,” a sensational new superhero property from the creator of Spider-Man, the X-Men and more!! When a crew of sinister, alien prisoners and their jailers are blasted across the galaxy, their ship lands smack dab in front of legendary comic book creator Stan “the man” Lee! What does this alien arrival mean for planet Earth?! Reality meets fantasy as the “Mighty 7” journey begins! Order 200 copies of Mighty 7 #1 and receive a limited edition variant cover signed by Stan Lee! Excelsior!

Script: Tony Blake & Paul Jackson w/ Stan Lee

Art: Alex Saviuk, Bob Smith, John Workman and Tom Smith

Cover & Variant Covers: Alex Saviuk and Tom Smith

Shipping Date: 3/7

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 3/21

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
WORLD OF ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #16

Archie in “Charity Ball!” – Veronica signs the gang up to play in her father’s charity baseball game benefitting the march of dimes! Fly balls and home runs abound as the team pulls together earning more money for the charity each time they score! How much will the team manage to raise by the final inning? Find out in these pages!

Dilton in “Brain Buster” – The gang takes turns testing out Dilton’s new invention – a phone with artificial intelligence! After a couple test runs go awry, will the phone prove its worth in Archie’s hands or end in catastrophe?

Script: John Rose, Mike Pellowski

Art: Stan Goldberg, Al Milgrom

Cover: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 3/21

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 4/4

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.

Archie Comics First Look: Jughead #210

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JUGHEAD #210

“Jughead in Psyche-Out!” – Archie’s best pal continues his search for a place to call home… at least temporarily. After yet another living situation goes awry, Jughead finds shelter with Riverdale High’s resident pop psychologist, Trula Twyst! Jughead hopes to use the opportunity for Trula to analyze him and sort out his family issues before he over stays his welcome! However, Jug may not be the only one taking advantage of his stay…

Script: Craig Boldman

Art: Rex Lindsey, Jim Amash

Cover by Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 11/2/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 11/16/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 11/22/11

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US
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Archie Comics Solicitations for January 2012

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ARCHIE COMICS SOLICITS JANUARY 2012

ARCHIE #629

“ARCHIE MEETS KISS PART 3 – Rock ‘n Roll All Fright” – In part three of the most historic team-up in comics, the Archies learn more about what brought the KISS members to Riverdale, and how the two groups have to unite to stop a band of monsters from turning Riverdale into a forgotten town, full of zombified teens!

Script: Alex Segura

Art & Cover: Dan Parent

Variant Cover by Francesco Francavilla

Shipping Date: 1/11/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/25/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 1/31/12

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #226

“Archie Gets Some Tough Love From Dr. Bill” – Archie is the subject of a television segment “Tough Love” when he visits the Dr. Bill show. The reluctant TV show guest must sweat it out under the studio lights when he’s taken to task by gal pals Betty and Veronica on which of them he will finally choose! What will be Archie’s decision when Dr. Bill poses the ultimate question on national television?

Script: Hal Lifson

Art: Norm Breyfogle

Cover by Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 1/25/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/8/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 2/14/12

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.
ARCHIE AND FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #12

Jughead as Captain Hero in “Multiple Madness” – Captain Hero battles the nefarious Witch Doctor who’s up to no good! Captain Hero aligns himself with Pureheart the Powerful and Super Teen to outnumber the evildoer but using his ditto machine to duplicate himself, which Witch is real? See if our hero can figure it out in time before his super human appetite does him in!

Script: Frank Doyle

Art: Bob White

Cover by Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 1/4/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/18/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 1/24/12

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.
BETTY AND VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #198

Betty and Veronica in “The Protector!” – Mr. Lodge’s private screening room has been converted into a silent movie theatre for the kid’s enjoyment! Archie offers his protection to the girls if the horror movie becomes too scary but will Archie be up to the task when the lights go down? And the only thing Mr. Lodge has to beware is Jughead’s monstrous appetite!

Betty in “Rhyme and Reason” – Betty’s baby-sitting gig leads to story time where Betty breathes new life into old nursery rhymes to prove to the young boys she’s sitting that fairy tales aren’t so boring after all!

Script: George Gladir

Art: Pat Kennedy, Stan Goldberg, Ken Selig

Cover by Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 1/25/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/8/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 2/14/12

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.
B&V FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #221

Betty and Veronica in “Trip Slip Up!” – Betty’s sprained ankle looks to put a kink in her ski trip with the Veronica and Nancy! Not prepared to leave their friend out of the mix, the girls bring her along unaware that Betty’s injury may turn out to be the best thing that could have happened to her!

Script: Mike Pellowski

Art: Jeff Schultz, Al Milgrom

Cover by Dan DeCarlo

Shipping Date: 1/11/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/25/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 1/31/12

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.
JINX (SC)

Archie is proud to present this top-notch new full-color original graphic novel for tween and teen girls created by award-winning writer/artist team J. Torres and Rick Burchett. The high literary quality of the book has led Archie to launch a simultaneous Smythe-sewn hardcover edition ideal for libraries and collectors.

Feisty tomboy high school freshman Jinx explores the social perils of the high school experience as old friendships change and she struggles with the new expectations attached to becoming a young woman.

The good news is the gang’s all here at Rose Valley High: her best friends Greg and Roz as well as her greatest frenemies Charlie and Gigi. The bad news is the old gang isn’t acting quite the same in their new environment. Charlie acts like a bully when he isn’t simply acting strangely around Jinx.

However, a new school means new rules, such as no co-ed teams, which means she can’t even play ball with the boys who were in little league with her. As rules and relationships become more complicated, one thing remains the same: Jinx means bad luck to anyone who gets in the way of her getting her way!

This outstanding graphic novel is a bright, full-hearted coming of age story told with great humor, charm and compassion.

Script: J. Torres

Art: Rick Burchett

Cover by Rick Burchett

978-1-879794-91-7

$9.99/$10.99CAN

6 x 9″

Trade Paperback

112 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 1/25/2012
JINX (HC)

Archie is proud to present this top-notch new full-color original graphic novel for tween and teen girls created by award-winning writer/artist team J. Torres and Rick Burchett. The high literary quality of the book has led Archie to launch a simultaneous Smythe-sewn hardcover edition ideal for libraries and collectors.

Feisty tomboy high school freshman Jinx explores the social perils of the high school experience as old friendships change and she struggles with the new expectations attached to becoming a young woman.

The good news is the gang’s all here at Rose Valley High: her best friends Greg and Roz as well as her greatest frenemies Charlie and Gigi. The bad news is the old gang isn’t acting quite the same in their new environment. Charlie acts like a bully when he isn’t simply acting strangely around Jinx.

However, a new school means new rules, such as no co-ed teams, which means she can’t even play ball with the boys who were in little league with her. As rules and relationships become more complicated, one thing remains the same: Jinx means bad luck to anyone who gets in the way of her getting her way!

This outstanding graphic novel is a bright, full-hearted coming of age story told with great humor, charm and compassion.

Script: J. Torres

Art: Rick Burchett

Cover by Rick Burchett

978-1-936975-00-6

$16.99/$18.99CAN

6 x 9″

Trade Paperback

112 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 1/25/2012
JUGHEAD #211

“The Jug Who Came In From The Cold!” – Jughead has burned a few bridges in his ongoing search for a place to lie his head which leads him to his last resort! Reggie invites Jughead to crash at his place in an attempt to alter his image after a girl turns him down for his bad rep. But will the unlikely duo be able to work past their trust issues and make their living arrangement work?

Script: Craig Boldman

Art: Rex Lindsey, Jim Amash

Cover by Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 1/4/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/18/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 1/24/12

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
JUGHEAD DOUBLE DIGEST #177

Jughead in “Best Friends!” – Jughead is heading to the Winter Resort with his best bud – Archie! Only problem is Jughead’s pet Hot Dog was under the impression that that was him! Determined to confirm his role as Jug’s best friend, Hot Dog pursues his master on vacation in hopes of earning his place as top dog!

Script: Tom DeFalco

Art: Ron Frenz

Cover by Ron Frenz

Shipping Date: 1/4/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/18/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 1/24/12

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.
KEVIN KELLER #1

It’s a bunch of firsts for Kevin Keller in the FIRST issue of his ongoing series. It’s his FIRST time as Riverdale High class president. And he gets published in the Riverdale newspaper for the FIRST time. Oh yeah, and Kevin gets ready to go on his FIRST date! What??!! Kevin’s never been on a date before? That’s the reaction everybody has, as they can’t believe cool, good-looking, mild mannered Kevin Keller has never been on a date. And when he’s made attempts in the past things go terribly wrong…..it turns out Kevin Keller is actually bad at something…..DATING! But the Riverdale gang, along with his old friends and family step in to help ol’ Kevin out. With his friends and family at the helm can anything possibly go wrong? Of course!!! But Kevin will get through it anyway!!!!

Script: Dan Parent

Art: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski

Cover by Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 1/25/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/8/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 2/14/12

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
KEVIN KELLER (HC)

The secret is “out” and Kevin Keller is here, starring in his very own deluxe oversize full-color hardcover graphic novel!

Kevin Keller is Archie’s first gay character and the most popular addition to the Riverdale crowd in years. This edition includes the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Comic Book-nomiated story, “Isn’t it Bromantic,” where Kevin first meets Archie, Jughead, Betty and Veronica, and also explores his love of journalism, his desire to serve in the military in the footsteps of his father, a retired colonel, plus fascinating and fun insights into Kevin’s life growing up as an Army kid prior to Riverdale.

Kevin’s first comic appearance in 2011 sold out immediately in the comic book market and marked the first time Archie ever went back to print on a comic book title. Kevin’s stories have continued to receive a tremendous amount of positive press through mainstream and trade outlets such at the AP, ABC News, USA Today, IGN, Newsarama, The Scripps Howard News Service, Publishers Weekly and Library Journal.

The deluxe volume includes Kevin’s first two appearances in Veronica 202 & 205 and the full 4-issue run of the Kevin Keller miniseries.

Script & Art: Dan Parent

Cover by Dan Parent

978-1-879794-93-1

$19.99/$22.99CAN

8 3/8 x 10 3/4″

Trade Paperback

160 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 2/8/2012
LAUGH WITH ARCHIE

Only Archie can claim the place of #1 best-selling kid’s magazine line at general retail in North America – Archie sells millions of its Double Digests to families each year. For the first time, Archie is replicating the bestselling format in a full-color mass market paperback that provides the same popular value as its Double Digests.

Loaded with jokes and comic stories that kids and families love and have come to elect from Archie, Laugh with Archie features 336 pages jam-packed with Archie jokes and comics in full color for only $7.99!

Add some color and FUN to your mass-market book section with the proven success of Archie!

Script & Art: Various

978-1-879794-92-4

$7.99/$8.99CAN

4 1/2 x 7″

Trade Paperback

336 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 2/1/2012
MEGA MAN #10

“Dr. Wily Returns” Part Two: Dr. Wily is back, and this time he has EIGHT NEW Robot Masters of his own! Mega Man must track down and defeat each one before they complete their missions and conquer the world for their mustachioed master. It’s hard enough when each new Robot Master is deadlier than the last, but how can the Blue Bomber succeed with Quick Man tripping him up every step of the way?

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Ben Bates, Gary Martin, John Workman, Matt Herms

Cover by Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

Sketch Variant Cover by Ben Bates

Shipping Date: 1/25/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/8/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 2/14/12

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
SONIC GENESIS (HC)

Part of SEGA’s heavily promoted Sonic the Hedgehog 20th anniversary event, this is what Sonic fans have been demanding – his fist deluxe hardcover edition! Sonic books are Archie’s bestselling graphic novels.

Sonic: Genesis is a highly collectible book with a foil-enhanced cover and features the biggest, most talked-about Sonic comic story of all time, a fresh origin story popular with regular readers and a great way to be introduced to Sonic. This story has already received coverage by Nintendo Power Magazine, Game Informer magazine, Newsarama and CRR.

Sonic: Genesis features tons of brand new artwork from fan-favorite artists such as Tracy Yardley and Patrick SPAZ Spaziante, who is creating his highly-anticipated first interior Sonic story artwork in nearly ten years!

Sonic the Hedgehog is a hugely successful, multimedia, instantly recognizable brand that has sold 70 million video games the world over. From the Saturday morning hit cartoon Sonic X to the classic SEGA games and everything in between, the Sonic comics incorporate characters and stories from all corner of the Sonic brand.

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

Cover by Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

978-1-879794-89-4

$24.99/$27.99CAN

6 5/8 x 10 3/16″

Trade Paperback

144 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 11/17/2011
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #233

“The Trial of Geoffrey St. John”: Fresh from the epic “Babylon Rising” arc in Sonic Universe, Sonic and Tails investigate the fate of their enemies before hurrying home for the trial of their former ally, Geoffrey St. John. How did this international man of mystery become an Ixis wizard? Where do his true loyalties lie? The answers fans have been demanding finally arrive!

Script: Ian Flynn.

Art: Steven Butler, Evan Stanley, Terry Austin, John Workman and Matt Herms

Cover by Ben Bates

Shipping Date: 1/18/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/1/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 2/7/12

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
SONIC UNIVERSE #36

“Babylon Rising” Part Four: Babylon Garden has been found! New Mobotropolis is under siege! The Battle Bird Armada attacks from the sky, and Sonic enters into a desperate race against the Babylon Rogues! As chaos reigns, an ancient secret will be revealed that could destroy not only the cities, but the entire world! You cannot miss the stunning conclusion to artistic legend Tracy Yardley’s debut Sonic Universe arc!

Script: Tracy Yardley!

Art: Tracy Yardley!, Jim Amash, Phil Felix and Stephen Downer

Cover by Tracy Yardley! and Matt Herms

Shipping Date: 1/4/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/18/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 1/24/12

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US.
SONIC UNIVERSE 2: 30 YEARS LATER

Archie’s successful Sonic Universe comic book series is collected in full-color, full-size graphic novel form, great for kid readers who love the Sonic videogame characters as well as collectors who love larger-form comics. Ideal for either adult or kids’ graphic novel sections.

By popular demand, we’re going back to the future! It’s now thirty years down the line and King Sonic is on the throne. An unstoppable force threatens to destroy Angel Island and the world. It’s up to a new generation of Freedom Fighters to save the day Collects issues 5-8 of the Sonic Universe comic book.

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Tracy Yardley!

Cover by Tracy Yardley!

978-1-879794-94-8

$11.99/$12.99CAN

6 5/8 x 10 3/16″

Trade Paperback

112 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 2/15/2012
SONIC SUPER SPECIAL #2

The Adventure continues! SONIC SUPER SPECIAL MAGAZINE is the first ever Sonic comic magazine in Archie history, packed with over 100 pages of comics, news, features, never-before-seen artwork and a foil-enhanced Cover by Sonic artist extraordinaire Tracy Yardley! This magazine-sized, quarterly collection takes new readers on a take a look back at the story that changed everything: “Sonic Adventure”! From the discovery of the United Federation to a deadly close encounter with the monstrous CHAOS! Sonic super-fans will also be treated with part two of the SONIC TIME LINE, featuring more brand-new art from fan-favorite artist Jamal Peppers! All this plus an interview with artist Tracy Yardley! and tons of bonus features you won’t find anywhere else!

Script: Various

Art: Various

Foil Enhanced Cover by Tracy Yardley!

Shipping Date: 1/11/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 1/25/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 1/31/12

128-page, full color comic

$9.99 US.
WORLD OF ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #14

“Top Dog!” – With dog themed movies on the rise, Archie and the guys aim to find the perfect extreme sport vehicle to launch Hot Dog into the spotlight! Once they capture their stunt on film, the only thing left to do is enter it into a contest! Will fortune and glory follow for our furry star?

Reggie in “Blank Space” – As the gang watch the latest space shuttle launch, they envision what space travel might be like if they were so lucky as to trek through the galaxy. But are any of them really cut out to be astronauts?

Reggie in “Reality Frost Bites” – Reggie has one thing on his mind to escape the bitter cold of winter – girls in bikinis! However his daydreams are getting him into hot water with Mr. Flutesnoot! Good thing Reggie has a back up plan!

Script: George Gladir, Mike Pellowski

Art: Tim Kennedy, Bob Bolling, Jeff Schultz, Jon D’Agostino, Jim Amash

Cover by Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 1/18/12

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 2/1/12

On Sale on Newsstands: 2/7/12

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.

Archie Comics First Look: Jughead #209

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JUGHEAD #209

“BUILDING A BETTER JUGHEAD”

Jughead and Moose make an unlikely team, but when Jughead needs a place to stay, he finds a soft bed, and some hard exercise at Moose’s house. It’s too bad sharing their conflicting routines means bruises and weight gain.

SCRIPT: Craig Boldman

ARTIST: Rex Lindsey

COVER: Fernando Ruiz, Rich Koslowski

Shipping Date: 8/31/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 9/14/2011

Newsstands: Week of 9/20/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
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Archie Comics in October

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ARCHIE COMICS SOLICITS NOVEMBER 2011

ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #224

Archie in The Big Ditch – Jughead has a science project due in a week but it’s not going to get done if his lab partner (and supposed best friend!) doesn’t stop ditching him. Will Archie stop putting off his his pal or will Jug end up with a failing grade thanks to his flaky friend?

In additon, Mr. and Mrs. Andrews are “Going Batty” when they discover a loose bat in the attic! Mr. Andrews decides to take matters into his own hands but he qualified to handle the flying rodent?

Those stories plus Archie in “Kiss Amiss!” in which Arch spreads holiday cheer throughout the halls of Riverdale High with his strategically placed mistletoe but not if the Bee has anything to say about it! Will Archie be the first to serve detention for puckering up?

Script: Paul Kupperberg, Mike Pellowski, Bill Golliher

Art: Pat Kennedy, Bob Bolling, Jim Amash, Tim Kennedy

Cover by Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 11/23/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 12/7/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 12/13/11

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US

ARCHIE AND FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #11

“Archie as Captain Pureheart in the Knack of Time” – Veronica is in the clutches of the The Time Wizard and it’s Captain Pureheart to the rescue! Teaming up with Evilheart, the former foes do battle with the master of time while being transported from one century to the next! Journey along with our heroes through the ages as they attempt to save the damsel in distress while searching for a way back home.

Script: Frank Doyle

Art: Bill Vigoda, Mario Acquaviva

Cover by Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 11/30/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 12/14/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 12/20/11

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US

BETTY #195

Betty and Me in “Mission Implausible” – Archie is in the clutches of the enemy (a.k.a. Veronica)! Betty’s mission, should she choose to accept it, is to lure him back using all her skills. Will Betty succeed in her quest, or will Archie manage to resist her charms? In “Pass Me By”, Mrs. Andrews plays cupid by inviting love sick Betty in for a chance meeting with her son, but will their paths cross as planned? And last but not least, our favorite teenage witch Sabrina does her best to prevent her aunt from transforming her boyfriend into a primate but you’re guaranteed to witness some monkey business in “An Uncle’s Monkey”!

Script: Al Hartley, Frank Doyle, Dick Malmgren, Joe Edwards

Art: Al Hartley, Dan DeCarlo, Joe Edwards, Jon Diagostino, Rudy Lapick

Cover by Dan DeCarlo

Shipping Date: 11/16/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 11/30/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 12/6/11

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US

BETTY AND VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #196

Betty and Veronica in “Then and Now” – With a little help from their friends, Betty and Veronica put on a show illustrating just how different life was for teenagers in the past in comparison to the modern conveniences teens take for granted in our modern society and just might learn something in the process.

And don’t miss Archie and the Gang in “It’s a Wrap!” where they set up a gift wrapping service in the mall during the holiday season. Archie can’t seem to catch a break as each gift is increasingly more difficult to wrap than the last! But hey, it’s for charity! Meanwhile Reggie might be spending Christmas in the hospital wrapped in bandages if he can’t keep his mitts to himself!

Script: George Gladir, Bill Golliher?
Art: Tim Kennedy, Stan Goldberg, Ken Selig, Jim Amash

Cover by Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 11/16/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 11/30/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 12/6/11

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US

B&V FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #219

Betty and Veronica in “This Looks Like a Job For a Sugarplum!” – Christmas is fast approaching and as Betty and Veronica prepare for the merry occasion they are paid an unexpected visit from Sugarplum the fairy. Upset at having been recently fired by Santa himself, the girls attempt to help Sugarplum get back on her feet with a new job. However, her innate spirit of giving doesn’t exactly help matters!

The story continues in “For the Love of Archie” after the unemployed fairy decides to model herself after Veronica and begin a career in shopping! Things get heated when Sugarplum’s newfound desire to be like Veronica piques her interest in Archie.

In “Hello Dolly”, Sugarplum sees an opportunity to help out a poor family for Christmas but accidentally end up on the opposite end of the gift giving, literally!

Our story concludes with “It’s My Party and I’ll Fly if I Want To!” in which Sugarplum helps the girls pull off their Christmas party where a jolly visitor not on the guest list just might stop by!

Script: Kathleen Webb, Bill Yoshida?
Art: Dan DeCarlo, Barry Grossman, Jimmy DeCarlo

Cover by Dan DeCarlo

Shipping Date: 11/2/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 11/16/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 11/22/11

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US

JUGHEAD #210

“Jughead in Psyche-Out!” – Archie’s best pal continues his search for a place to call home… at least temporarily. After yet another living situation goes awry, Jughead finds shelter with Riverdale High’s resident pop psychologist, Trula Twyst! Jughead hopes to use the opportunity for Trula to analyze him and sort out his family issues before he over stays his welcome! However, Jug may not be the only one taking advantage of his stay…

Script: Craig Boldman

Art: Rex Lindsey, Jim Amash

Cover by Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 11/2/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 11/16/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 11/22/11

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US

JUGHEAD DOUBLE DIGEST #176

“Jughead and Jellybean in The Choice and The Challenge!” – It’s time for the annual Riverdale Winter Carnival featuring rides, games and best of all, a Christmas cupcake eating contest! Delighted at the prospect of competing, Jughead declares this will be the best Christmas ever! In order to take on legendary competitive eater, Two-Fisted Toni, Jughead must prepare for the match and secure his victory. Only problem is Jug’s parents have saddled him with babysitting duties watching kid sister Jellybean! Can Jughead juggle his responsibility to his family as well as his appetite for winning?

“Jughead in A Season To Remember” – Jughead skipping breakfast? Archie arriving early for school? Pop’s Chok’lit Shop lacking customers? Jughead shares with the class memories of the previous winter when the cold was so bitter it had an unusual effect on the residents of Riverdale!

Script: Tom DeFalco?
Art: Ron Frenz

Cover by Ron Frenz

Shipping Date: 11/30/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 12/14/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 12/20/11

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US.

KEVIN KELLER #4

“Kevin in Taking the Lead!” – Kevin is flying high after having represented Riverdale High on “Witmasters” and coming out the winner! Now with class elections starting up, Veronica schemes to utilize Kevin’s momentum into a successful campaign for president! But not everyone is backing Kevin as his opponent’s prejudice results in dirty politics! Can Kevin rise above and prove he’s the man for the job?

Script: Dan Parent?

Art: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski

Cover by Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 11/30/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 12/14/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 12/20/11

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US

LIFE WITH ARCHIE #15

“Archie Marries Veronica” – There’s trouble in paradise as Archie deals with the painful split from his wife Veronica who, to Archie’s horror, is making tabloid headlines with her romantic exploits! Archie’s not the only one with problems though as Jughead’s business may go up in smoke and something is amiss with Dilton’s amazing discovery!

Plus, in “Archie Marries Betty”, what do Archie’s day dreams have to do with Veronica’s mysterious disappearance and how will Dilton’s multiverse theory come into play? Another piece of the puzzle falls into place and you won’t want to miss it!

Script: Paul Kupperberg?
Art: Fernando Ruiz, Pat Kennedy, Tim Kennedy, Al Milgrom, Bob Smith

Cover by Glenn Whitmore

Shipping Date: 11/9/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 11/23/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 11/29/11

64-page, full color comic

$4.99 US

MEGA MAN #8

“Time Keeps Slipping” Part Four: The finale to Mega Man’s newest adventure! Dr. Wily has captured Roll and turned the eight Robot Masters against Mega Man! Can the blue bomber and Federal agent Jill Alomar turn the tides, save Roll, and bring down Dr. Wily for good? Don’t miss this thrilling conclusion! ?

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Chad Thomas

Cover by Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

Shipping Date: 11/23/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 12/7/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 12/13/11

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #231

“Lost in the Moment”: The world is safe – but at a terrible cost. As Sonic tries to rally the Freedom Fighters, Dr. Eggman unleashes his Titan Metal Sonic on the city! Can our heroes salvage the fight, or is there just too much chaos to handle? Then, in “Haunted,” the effects of “Genesis” bring back some old problems for Ixis Naugus. ?

Script: Ian Flynn

Art: Ben Bates, Evan Stanley, Terry Austin

Cover by Ben Bates

Shipping Date: 11/16/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 11/30/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 12/6/11

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US

SONIC SUPER SPECIAL MAGAZINE #1

Sonic the Hedgehog’s 20th Anniversary celebration kicks into high gear this fall with the all-new SONIC SUPER SPECIAL MAGAZINE! Get your need-for-speed on with non-stop action and tons of heroes and villains from the SONIC THE HEDGEHOG games and cartoons! This magazine-sized, quarterly collection takes new readers on a journey into GENESIS, a bombastic birthday bash with Shadow the Hedgehog, and the incredible assault on Eggman’s Empire! Sonic super-fans will also be treated with part one of the SONIC TIME LINE, featuring new art from fan-favorite artist Jamal Peppers, as well as tons of bonus features!

Script: Ian Flynn.

Art: Patrick Spaziante, Tracy Yardley!, Jamal Peppers, Terry Austin, Jim Amash, John Workman, Jason Jensen and Matt Herms

Enhanced Cover by Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

Shipping Date: October 12th, 2011

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: October 26th, 2011

On Sale on Newsstands: November 1st, 2011

128-page, full color magazine

$9.99 US

SONIC UNIVERSE #34

“Babylon” Part Two: The Babylon Rogues have found the way to revive the long-lost city of Babylon Garden! The only thing standing in their way is the entire Battle Bird Armada. Feathers fly as the feuding factions finally throw down for the first time! Rogues vs. Armada! Jet vs. Speedy! The Battle Lord in action! You cannot miss this intense installment!?

Script: Tracy Yardley!

Art: Tracy Yardley!

Cover by Tracy Yardley! and Matt Herms

Shipping Date: 11/9/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 11/23/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 11/29/11

32-page, full color comic

$2.99 US

WORLD OF ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #12

First up is “The Challenge” where budget cuts to Riverdale High have the students pitching ideas on how to save the school money. With the school in financial crisis how will Betty manage to write a comedy about school life? Or is her class project the key solution?

After that, Archie attempts to beat the holiday rush in “Holiday Hassle” by getting a jump start on his Christmas shopping but will planning in advance pay off?

Finally, it’s the last day of school before winter break and Ms. Beazly has whipped up a Christmas feast for the students of Riverdale but with no one to cook for at home Ms. Beazly is a regular Scrooge. Wanting to do something special for the lonely chef, Jughead will attempt to return the favor in “Now You’re Cooking!”

Script: George Gladir, Mike Pellowski

Art: Stan Goldberg, Randy Elliott, Tim Kennedy, Jim Amash, Rich Koslowski, Ken Selig

Cover by Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 11/9/11

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: 11/23/11

On Sale on Newsstands: 11/29/11

160-page, full color comic

$3.99 US

GRAPHIC NOVELS

ARCHIE CYBER ADVENTURES

Archie Cyber Adventures picks up where the real world leaves off. Dive right into a new gaming universe filled with danger and excitement. When Dilton Doiley’s newest invention goes awry, Archie’s pals ‘n’ gals are trapped inside the game! Now it’s up to Archie to save the day! Will he make it in time or will it be “Game Over”?

Artist Joe Staton teams up with writer Stephen Oswald to take you on a wild new adventure full of pixelated peril! Jam-packed with nods to iconic videogames and witty pop-culture references, think of this as where the world of Archie meets Tron!

Ideal for adult and children’s graphic novel sections.

Script: Stephen Oswald

Art: Joe Staton

978-1-8797-9483-2

$9.95/$10.95CAN

6 x 9”

Trade Paperback

128 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 12/7/2011

SONIC SELECT VOL. 4: ZONE WARS

This fourth volume of the popular Sonic Select series collects for the first time the alternate-reality madness of the Zone Wars saga from the Sonic the Hedgehog Super Special comic books plus the entire island adventure from the Sonic Blast Special.

Sonic’s in for more than a world of trouble as he tackles the biggest baddies the multiverse has to offer. It’s a case of mistaken identity as the devious Dr. Eggman and Dimitri swap the minds of Sonic and Knuckles… a “Crisis of Infinite Sonics!”

Script: Dan Slott,

Art: Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

978-1-8797-9482-5

$11.95/$12.95CAN

6 x 9”

Trade Paperback

128 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 11/23/2011

Archie: August 2011 Solicitations

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ARCHIE COMICS FOR AUGUST 2011

Archie ComicsARCHIE #624

“GEEK FACE-OFF!”

Dilton reunites with his former best friend from tech camp, Mark Zuckerberg, to dispute his right to Facebook in court. Even though the judge rules in Dilton’s favor, the Blossom twins own 99% of the profits. Once the air is cleared, Dilton and Mark are friends again and the tide has turned in their favor.

SCRIPT: Dan Parent

ARTIST: Dan Parent, Jack Morelli

COVER: Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 8/10/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 8/24/2011

Newsstands: Week of 8/30/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
Archie ComicsARCHIE & FRIENDS #157

“THE MAN FROM R.I.V.E.R.D.A.L.E. – THE NOSE KNOWS!” & “ENTER THE DEMON”

P.O.P. operatives A.R.C.H.I.E., R.E.G.G.I.E., and J.U.G.H.E.A.D. face off against the infamous C.R.U.S.H. agent Dr. Nose after he subdues Pop and captures V.E.R.O.N.I.C.A. In this thrilling story, the gang must battle explosive robots and corporate espionage to save the day! Dr. Demon is up to no good again in “Enter the Demon,” but can he get to Lodge Industries’ secret weapon before P.O.P. does?

SCRIPT: Frank Doyle

ARTIST: Bob White, Mario Acquaviva, Sal Contrera

COVER: Bob White

Shipping Date: 8/3/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 8/17/2011

Newsstands: Week of 8/23/2011

Comic, 32 pages, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
Archie ComicsARCHIE & FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #8

“PUREHEART THE POWERFUL EVILHEART’S REVENGE”

Who would have thought Reggie could get any worse than he already is? Archie’s Pureheart is faced with the battle of his life when Evilheart faces off against him to win the affections of Betty and Veronica.

SCRIPT: Frank Doyle

ARTIST: Bob White, Mario Acquaviva

COVER: Barry Grossman

Shipping Date: 8/10/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 8/24/2010

Newsstands: Week of 8/23/2011

Digest, 160 pages, 30 lb. newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
Archie ComicsARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #221

“BALL IN THE HALL,” “COMP-EATING,” “E-CON-NOMICS,” & “PHONE A FRIEND”

In “Ball in the Hall,” Archie and Sayid search the school for the prankster behind the dangerous bouncing ball. Jughead races through a hotdog contest in “Comp-Eating” only to walk away when he’s almost at the finish line. Even though Archie wants to win, ol’ Jughead is in it for something else entirely. It’s hard to make it in the comics business, and as Chuck and Archie learn in “E-Con-Nomics,” you have to stay away from the merchandise if you hope to profit from your own. Be careful, Archie. With the arrival of his new smart phone/“best friend” in “Phone a Friend,” it might not be long before there’s no one left in Riverdale to call.

SCRIPT: Tom DeFalco, J. Torres

ARTIST: Gisele, Pat Kennedy

COVER: Pat Kennedy

Shipping Date: 8/3/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 8/17/2011

Newsstands: Week of 8/23/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
Archie ComicsB&V FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #217

“That Suits Me Fine!”

A day at the beach for Betty and Veronica quickly turns into a fashion competition when Betty’s homemade swimsuit grabs all the attention. With Veronica left in the shadows, she decides to reverse the situation and creates a bathing suit of her own. Too bad no one told Ronnie glue is not an acceptable substitute for needle and thread before she ran into the ocean.

SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski

ARTIST: Fernando Ruiz, Jim Amash, Barry Grossman

COVER: Dan DeCarlo

Shipping Date: 8/17/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 8/31/2011

Newsstands: Week of 9/6/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
Archie ComicsBETTY & VERONICA #255

“BEACH BLANKET BASH-UP,” “CHISEL FIZZLE,” & “THE BEST OF BUDS”

The heat is on! Betty and Veronica go head to head in a contest that will decide who wins Archie’s fiery affections. Round after round the girls battle it out to find that sometimes working against each other has worse consequences than a volleyball loss. Sometimes, the best art is created when you least expect it. In “Chisel Fizzle,” Betty and Veronica help ‘the next Michelangelo’ with his craft. Finally, in “The Best of Buds,” Archie’s #1 girls take a trip down memory lane and recall what makes them the best of friends.

SCRIPT: Paul Kupperberg, Craig Boldman, George Gladir

ARTIST: Jeff Shultz, Jim Amash

COVER: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 8/10/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 8/24/2011

Newsstands: Week of 8/30/2011

Comic, 32 pages, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
Archie ComicsBETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #194

“THE BIG PUZZLE” & “RUNNING GAG”

While Veronica is away fundraising for her country club’s charity, Betty will try for all the time she can with Archie. But poor Betty is alone again once Veronica sees photographs of their adventures and steals him back for an event honoring her. In “RUNNING GAG,” Betty and Veronica take some much needed nature time to hike and stay fit but after learning of a bear sighting, their walk is anything but relaxing.

SCRIPT: George Gladir, Mike Pellowski

ARTIST: Pat Kennedy

COVER: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 8/31/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 9/14/2011

Newsstands: Week of 9/20/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
Archie ComicsJUGHEAD #209

“BUILDING A BETTER JUGHEAD”

Jughead and Moose make an unlikely team, but when Jughead needs a place to stay, he finds a soft bed, and some hard exercise at Moose’s house. It’s too bad sharing their conflicting routines means bruises and weight gain.

SCRIPT: Craig Boldman

ARTIST: Rex Lindsey

COVER: Fernando Ruiz, Rich Koslowski

Shipping Date: 8/31/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 9/14/2011

Newsstands: Week of 9/20/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
Archie ComicsJUGHEAD DOUBLE DIGEST #173

“BFFs…NOT!” and “Food for Thought”

Jughead and Veronica are at it again. In “BFFs…NOT,” they learn that the most turbulent friendships can find a common ground – even if it’s by insulting each other. In “Food for Thought,” Jughead tries to decide what he wants to do for a career. How does his decision bring together two business rivals?

SCRIPT: Paul Kupperberg, Mike Pellowski

ARTIST: Tod Smith, Jim Amash, & Barry Grossman

COVER: Tod Smith, Fabio Redivo

Shipping Date: 8/17/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 8/31/2011

Newsstands: Week of: 9/6/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb. newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
Archie ComicsLIFE WITH ARCHIE #13

“ARCHIE MARRIES VERONICA” & “ARCHIE MARRIES BETTY”

Dilton’s doctoral thesis reveals the existence of an infinite number of parallel realities while Archie’s reality is slowly crumbling around him. Veronica leaves him to find someone more suitable and Jughead finally finds a way to balance work at the Chocklit Shoppe and his marriage to Midge. An exonerated Reggie begins to think of his future, and it seems to include Betty! In “Archie Loves Betty,” Archie finds comfort in teaching and scouting musical talent for Ambrose’s club, the Chowhouse. All the while, Hiram Lodge’s world is dark when Veronica’s plane to their Paris office goes missing, allowing Fred Mirth to continue his dastardly scheme to take over Lodge Industries. Will Mr. Lodge mobilize fast enough to save his company, his daughter, and maybe the world?

SCRIPT: Craig Boldman

ARTIST: Rex Lindsey

COVER: Norm Breyfogle

Shipping Date: 8/31/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 9/14/2011

Newsstands: Week of 9/20/2011

Comic, pgs, lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$3.99 US
Archie ComicsArchie ComicsMEGA MAN #5

“Time Keeps Slipping” Part One:

The evil Dr. Wily may be in jail, but that doesn’t mean the adventures are over for Mega Man! Federal agents are investigating Dr. Light for ties to the Robot Masters’ rampage while sinister figures lurk in the shadows. And why does Dr. Wily look so smug in his jail cell? Don’t miss the beginning of the newest Mega Man adventure! Featuring a painted cover by fan favorite artist Greg Horn!

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn

ARTIST: Chad Thomas, Rick Bryant, John Workman and Matt Herms

COVER: Greg Horn

VILLAIN VARIANT
COVER: Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

Shipping Date: 8/24/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 9/7/2011

Newsstands: Week of 9/13/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
Archie ComicsSONIC THE HEDGEHOG #228

“Genesis” Part Three:

The most talked-about story in Sonic comic history continues as Sonic brings a curious new face into his adventures: Miles Prower, the boy genius! As Sonic and his friends continue the good fight against the evil Dr. Robotnik, the perils get more perilous, old memories begin to resurface, and the Death Egg orbits. Don’t miss the penultimate issue to this anniversary special event!

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn

ARTIST: Tracy Yardley!, Terry Austin, John Workman and Matt Herms

COVER: Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

Shipping Date: 8/17/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 8/31/2011

Newsstands: Week of 9/6/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
Archie ComicsSONIC UNIVERSE #31

“Inside Job” Part Three:

Scourge the Hedgehog, evil doppelganger to Sonic, is half-way to his goal: put together a gang and bust out of Zone Jail! But first he’ll need to win the loyalty of two of the most dangerous members of the Destructix. If he can survive that, the rest is easy: fighting an army of Zone Cops and rival inmates!

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.

ARTIST: Tracy Yardley!, Jim Amash, Phil Felix and Steve Downer

COVER: Tracy Yardley, Jim Amash & Matt Herms (After Spaz)

Shipping Date: 8/3/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 8/17/2011

Newsstands: Week of 8/23/2011

Comic, pgs, lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
Archie ComicsWORLD OF ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #10

“LOVE ME BABY, MUMBAI” PART 2

In the conclusion of “LOVE ME BABY, MUMBAI,” Archie and the gang call it a wrap on Raj’s movie and learn that there are always two choices to make when it comes to love and compromise. Will Raj and Betty find romance or will their Bollywood flirtations end before they even begin?

SCRIPT: Tania del Rio

ARTIST: Bill Galvan

COVER: Bill Galvan, Al Milgrom

Shipping Date: 8/24/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 9/7/2011

Newsstands: Week of 9/13/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
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Archie ComicsThe Best of Archie Comics (softcover)

Various authors/illustrators

978-1-8797-9484-9

$9.99/
$10.99CAN

5 ¼ x7 ½”

Trade Paperback

416 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 7/27/2011

An essential introduction to new readers and a must-have companion for longtime Archie fans – The Best of Archie Comics features the best Archie tales in a stunning 416-page full-color
$9.99 volume.

For 70 years, Archie Comics has been a vital and constant presence in American entertainment and pop culture, selling over 1.5 billion comic books. Archie — the lovable Riverdale teen who constantly finds himself in funny, entertaining and action-packed situations, and his closest friends Betty, Veronica, Jughead and Reggie – continues to be the bestselling kid’s magazine line in North America at retail.

The Best of Archie Comics features classic tales from some of the biggest creative names in the company’s history, including Bob Montana, Harry Lucey, Dan DeCarlo, Sam Schwartz, Stan Goldberg, Dan Parent and more. Hand-picked by Archie historians and experts, the stories collected in The Best of Archie Comics take readers on a veritable pop culture tour of America, from the World War II era to the swingin’ 60s to the present – including anecdotes, memories, historical highlights, exclusive content and more from Archie creators.

The Best of Archie Comics is the flagship title of Archie’s 70th anniversary and will receive intense publicity, marketing and sales support through 2012.
Archie ComicsKnuckles the Echidna Archives Vol. 1

Written by Ian Flynn, Illustrated by Patrick “Spaz” Spaziante

978-1-8797-9481-8

$9.95/
$10.95CAN

5 x 7 3/8″

Trade Paperback

160 pp

Direct Market On-sale: 8/24/2011

Knuckles Archives is Archie’s new SEGA-licensed book series spun off of Archie’s #1 best-selling Sonic Archives line. Knuckles serves as a companion piece to Sonic Archives—each references the other when stories intertwine.

Published in the popular full-color digest format that has done so well in children’s graphic novel sections, this super-sized 160-page title collects comic books Sonic’s Friendly Nemesis: Knuckles #1-3 and Knuckles the Echidna #1-3.

Knuckles is a highly popular character in the Sonic universe. In this volume, dive in as Knuckles investigates the mysteries of his origins and the wonders of the Floating Island and tries to solve the riddle of Archimedes! Brace for the harrowing adventure as Knuckles comes face to face with the dreaded Dark Legion and has his first encounter with Enerjak.

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ARCHIE #622

“The Lost Land” Part 2

The gang’s “Lost Land” adventure continues, but can they survive some dinosaur danger? Watch as Archie and Co. cross paths with a myriad assortment of creatures that shouldn’t even be around anymore! From the all-star team of writer Tom DeFalco (Thor) and artist Fernando Ruiz!

SCRIPT: Tom DeFalco

ARTIST: Fernando Ruiz

COVER: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 6/8/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/22/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/28/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
ARCHIE BABIES

Archie unveils its first-ever original graphic novel in style, as the award-winning creative team of writer Mike Kunkel and artist Art Mawhinney kick off ARCHIE BABIES. Go back to the beginning – before Riverdale High, before Little Archie and discover how the Archie gang was before they could even enter pre-school. From the sandbox to the jungle gym, cross paths with some familiar faces and new friends in this lovable, all-ages romp that’s sure to engage fans old and new.

SCRIPT: Mike Kunkel

ART AND COVER: Art Mawhinney

Shipping Date: 6/6/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/22/2011

Newsstands: Week of //2011

6×9 graphic novel, 128 pages

$9.95 US /
$10.95 CAN
ARCHIE & FRIENDS #156

“The Great Riverdale Comic CON”

The gang converges at the first-ever Riverdale Sci-Fi Convention and find themselves entered in an epic costume contest – but who’s the mysterious robot trailing them? And can Veronica win the top prize when an old rival shows up in the same costume? It’s a pop culture explosion of fun as the Archies, Sabrina, Josie and more cross paths at the biggest entertainment event Riverdale’s ever seen.

SCRIPT: Alex Segura

ART AND COVER: Bill Galvan

Shipping Date: 6/1/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/15/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/21/2011

Comic, 32 pages, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #220

“Follow The Bouncing Ball” and “It’s Just Your Imagination”

When you “Follow The Bouncing Boy,” expect to be ready with bandages and ice packs! Archie invents pogo shoes hoping to make millions of dollars, but will the only one making money be Archie’s doctors? Next, in “It’s Just Your Imagination,” how does a relaxing day at the beach with Betty end up in an incredible pirate adventure?

SCRIPT: Tom Defalco, Bob Bolling

ARTIST: Stan Goldberg, Bob Bolling, Al Milgrom, Jim Amash

COVER: Fernado Ruiz

Shipping Date: 6/29/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 7/13/2011

Newsstands: Week of 7/19/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
ARCHIE & FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #6

“Water Park Lark” and “Hiss-tory Lesson”

In “Water Park Lark,” an incredible discovery at the site of Mr. Lodge’s amusement part not only impacts progress of the construction, but thanks to Dilton, it changes the very theme of the park! Next, Reggie learns a valuable and very expensive “Hiss-tory Lesson” thanks to Jughead and an over-aggressive toy snake!

SCRIPT: Bill Golliher, Mike Pellowski

ARTIST: Stan Goldberg, Tim Kennedy, Jon D’Aguostino

COVER: Fernado Ruiz

Shipping Date: 6/1/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/15/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/21/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
ARCHIE’S WORLD TOUR

When Archie and friends embark on a whirlwind world tour, their first stop is London, where they soon find themselves embroiled in an international spy mystery! This is the first Archie Comics story by acclaimed writer and children’s art advocate Alex Simmons and features the art of Archie veteran Rex Lindsey!

SCRIPT: Alex Simmons.

ART AND COVER: Rex Lindsey

Shipping Date: 6/17/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 7/6/2011

6×9 graphic novel, 128 pages

$9.95 US /
$10.95 CAN
BETTY & VERONICA #254

“Disinterested Parties” and “Party Smarties”

Two parties on the same day! In “Party Smarties”, a lack of communication between Veronica and Mr. Lodge causes both to schedule parties on the same date and in the same place! How will high society mix with the common teenager? Then, in “Disinterested Parties,” Dilton “scientifically” tells Betty the reason Veronica likes Archie so much! So why does this information cause Betty to ignore Archie?

SCRIPT: Criag Boldman

ARTIST: Jeff Shultz

COVER: Jeff Shultz

Shipping Date: 6/15/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/29/2011

Newsstands: Week of 7/5/2011

Comic, 32 pages, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #192

“Luck Struck” and “Testing The Atmosphere”

In “Luck Struck,” Betty and Veronica are told by a fortune teller that after three strokes of good luck, expect one bit of bad luck! But somehow, Betty turns it all into good luck. Then in “Testing The Atmosphere,” the girls try to find a quiet spot on the beach and wait until you see where they end up!

SCRIPT: Criag Boldman

ARTIST: Jeff Shultz, Jim Amash

COVER: Jeff Shultz

Shipping Date: 6/22/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 7/6/2011

Newsstands: Week of 7/12/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
B & V FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #215

“Rivals Forever” and “Just Hot Foot It”

Betty and Veronica have been “Rivals Forever,” but see how they both end up losing out on a date with Archie. Finally, in “Just Hot Foot It,” Reggie decides to help the girls while on a hot beach, but ends up getting himself in trouble with a muscle head.

SCRIPT: Geroge Gladir

ARTIST: Stan Goldberg, Jim Amash

COVER: Stan Goldberg

Shipping Date: 6/8/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/22/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/28/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
JUGHEAD #208

“The Sisterhood of the Traveling Jughead”

We all know Jughead is known for one thing and one thing only, and that’s food! But in “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Jughead,” we soon find out that the guys want other information from Jughead! Since he’s moving in to a house with all women, the guys want to know everything about girls!

SCRIPT: Criag Boldman

ARTIST: Rex Linsey

COVER: Fernado Ruiz

Shipping Date: 6/29 /2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 7/13/2011

Newsstands: Week of 7/19/2011

Comic, 32 pages, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
JUGHEAD DOUBLE DIGEST #171

“Nets To You” and “Bird”

In “Nets To You” the Roman Empire gets some unexpected fun when Archo, Juggo and Mooseius are brought in to help open the new Roman Coliseum…as gladiators! But when Juggo becomes champion, is the prize worth it? Then in “Bird,” Jughead and Archie enter a commercial-making contest for a product they don’t even eat! This will not end well…or will it?

SCRIPT: Geroge Gladir, Mike Pellowski

ARTIST: Tod Smith, Bill Galvan, Jon D’Aguostino

COVER: Fernado Ruiz

Shipping Date: 6/8/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/22/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/28/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
KEVIN KELLER #1

VERONICA #207

Kevin Keller returns to Riverdale in the pages of his own mini-series, from superstar writer/artist Dan Parent. Learn more about Kevin’s background and story before he arrived in Riverdale and met the Archie gang, and pick up the comic that people are already buzzing about. Featuring one of the most popular new characters in Archie history, this series will be a must-have for fans of Archie Comics, Kevin and great comics.

SCRIPT/ART/COVER: Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 5/25/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/8/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/14/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
LIFE WITH ARCHIE #11

Special Summer Swimsuit Issue!

“Archie Marries Betty: Freshman Year–The First Semester” Part 5,

“Archie Marries Veronica: The Trial of Reggie Mantle” Part 5

In “Archie Marries Veronica,” Ronnie makes a surprise discovery that could affect her finances with Archie. Plus, where’s Jughead? In “Archie Marries Betty,” Archie takes a more hard-line approach to his students – but will it work? How will Veronica and Jason Blossom’s relationship…well, blossom?

SCRIPT: Paul Kupperberg

ARTIST: Norm Breyfogle

COVER: Norm Breyfogle

Shipping Date: 6/22/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 7/6/2011

Newsstands: Week of 7/12/2011

Magazine, 80 pgs, Full-Color

$3.99 US
MEGA MAN #3

“Let the Games Begin!” Part Three: Dr. Wily is trying to take over the world with his stolen Robot Masters, but he didn’t count on Mega Man! The young hero is tearing through the would-be world-conquering robots – but is the power going to his head?

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.

ARTIST: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante, John Workman & Matt Herms

COVER: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante

Special “Villain Variant” Cover by Ben Bates!

Shipping Date: 6/22/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 7/6/2011

Newsstands: Week of 7/12/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #226

“Genesis” Part One: You know the hero, you know the villain, but you haven’t seen anything like this! Celebrate Sonic’s 20th anniversary! It’s a brand new adventure as Sonic the Hedgehog investigates the disappearance of many woodland creatures, a sudden army of badniks, and the strange sinister man behind it all. It’s an all new beginning!

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.

ARTIST: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante, Tracy Yardley, Terry Austin, John Workman & Matt Herms

COVER: Patrick “SPAZ” Spaziante

Shipping Date: 6/15/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/29/2011

Newsstands: Week of 7/5/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
SONIC UNIVERSE #29

“Inside Job” Part One: Step aside, Sonic – this arc is starring Scourge! The vicious “Evil Sonic” is under heavy lock-down in Zone Jail. Can it be that the would-be world conqueror has been beaten into submission? And when some unlikely allies arrive, will his ego allow him to accept their help?

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn

ARTIST: Tracy Yardley, Jim Amash, Phil Felix and Ray Dillon

COVER: Tracy Yardley! & Ben Hunzeker

Shipping Date: 6/1/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/15/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/21/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
WORLD OF ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #8

“The Archies In Nashville”

Yeeee-Haw! In “The Archies In Nashville,” the band travel to the Country Music Capital to try their hand at a different style of music. With the help of superstar Jessica Simmers, the only way for them to go is up! Then, in “In No Condition To Work,” not even working for an air conditioning company can cool off Archie’s love of the ladies.

SCRIPT: Hal Lifson

ARTIST: Tod Smith

COVER: Tod Smith

Shipping Date: 6/15/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/29/2011

Newsstands: Week of 7/5/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US

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ARCHIE #621

“The Lost Land” Part 1

What is the secret of San Mantana? In the “Lost Land,” the gang heads south of the equator for an archeological expedition. On a routine hike, the gang discovers dinosaur bones that are only a few months old! And then discover dinosaur bones… on a hungry live dinosaur!

SCRIPT: Tom DeFalco

ARTIST: Fernando Ruiz

COVER: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 5/11/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 5/25/2011

Newsstands: Week of 5/31/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #219

“Tow Wow” and “Wet Behind the Ears”

In “Tow Wow,” Archie’s frustration with his car forces him to join the Motor Club. But Archie doesn’t get his car fixed! He just gets towed everywhere: school, home and even dates! Next, in “Wet Behind the Ears,” Archie can’t seem to keep himself dry! Sprinklers, rain and even water balloons don’t slow him down on his way to a party at Veronica’s.

SCRIPT: Bill Golliher, Mike Pellowski

ARTIST: Pat Kennedy, Jim Amash, Bob Bolling

COVER: Pat Kennedy

Shipping Date: 5/25/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/8/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/14/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
ARCHIE & FRIENDS #155

“Little Archie Pets” Part 2 – “EEEE-Ger Beaver”

The pet adventure concludes! Sabrina’s cat Salem has given all the gang’s pets the power to communicate with one another. As the Power Pets enjoy a day at the zoo they are treated to a concert featuring Justin Beaver who is an instant sensation for both pets and owners alike!

SCRIPT: Angelo DeCesare

ARTIST: Fernando Ruiz

COVER: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 5/4/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 5/18/2011

Newsstands: Week of 5/24/2011

Comic, 32 pages, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
WORLD OF ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #7

“Cafeteria Cook Showdown” and “The Gig”

Riverdale High is in for a culinary treat! In “Cafeteria Cook Showdown,” Ms. Beazley has been selected to compete in the Regional Cafeteria Cook-off…and wait to you see what she makes! Next, “The Gig” finds the Archies competing to be in a movie about a struggling band. But the film is being shot in Alaska!

SCRIPT: Bill Golliher, George Gladir

ARTIST: Stan Goldberg, Al Milgrom, Jeff Shultz, Jim Amash

COVER: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 5/11/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 5/25/2011

Newsstands: Week of 5/31/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
BETTY #192

“Spy Girls – Back in Action,” Part 2

The conclusion of a two-part spy crossover! Pranks and bad behavior are running wild in Riverdale! Agents Betty and Veronica soon discover the problems could be caused by coded messages hidden on the popular kids show Funtime USA! And the main culprit appears to be a lovable clown named Klutzy. Things look to get worse when Funtime USA makes a live stop in Riverdale! Continues from last month’s VERONICA #206.

SCRIPT: Dan Parent

ARTIST: Dan Parent

COVER: Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 5/18/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/1/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/7/2011

Comic, 32 pages, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #191

“Going Green”

When Mr. Lodge introduces his environmentally friendly homes, he agrees to let the gang live in one to try it out! But how will they react to being watched 24/7? In the end, they not only show how the house saves the environment, but they get a song out of it.

SCRIPT: Bill Golliher

ARTIST: Stan Goldberg, Jim Amash

COVER: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 5/18/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/1/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/7/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
B&V FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #214

“Librarians on the Loose” and “Jumping to Conclusions”

Did you ever think librarians were boring people? In “Librarians on the Loose,” Betty discovers it’s not just about checking in and out books! Join Betty and Dilton as they take on a globe trotting mission to collect old and valuable books! Finally in “Jumping to Conclusions,” Betty, Veronica and their friend Nancy find out all the cool stuff they did as kids isn’t as easy when you’re a teenager. In fact, it could be dangerous!

SCRIPT: Bill Golliher, Mike Pellowski

ARTIST: Stan Goldberg, Jeff Shultz, Rich Koslowski

COVER: Pat Kennedy

Shipping Date: 5/4/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 5/18/2011

Newsstands: Week of 5/24/2011

Comic, 32 pages, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
JUGHEAD #207

“In the Family” – Part 1

When Jughead moves in with Archie, he not only brings Hot Dog but he brings all the problems that made him leave his own home! How will Mr. Andrews react to losing his favorite chair to a dog and having a freezer full of dog treats that he accidentally eats?

SCRIPT: Craig Boldman

ARTIST: Rex Lindsey

COVER: Fernando Ruiz

Shipping Date: 5/4/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 5/18/2011

Newsstands: Week of 5/24/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
JUGHEAD DOUBLE DIGEST #170

“Food for Thought” and “A Matter of Taste”

In “Food for Thought,” Jughead tries to decide what he wants to do for a career. How does his decision bring together two business rivals? Finally in a “Matter of Taste” Jughead accompanies Betty and Archie to the county fair. While he was there he decides the food booths are much more fun than the games, until he finds a way to combine the two.

SCRIPT: George Gladir, Mike Pellowski

ARTIST: Pat Kennedy, Mike DeCarlo, Bob Bolling, Jim Amash,

COVER: Pat Kennedy

Shipping Date: 5/4/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 5/18/2011

Newsstands: Week of: 5/24/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
LIFE WITH ARCHIE #11

Special Harry Potter issue! Featuring quizzes, features and much more.

“Archie Loves Betty: Freshman Year–The First Semester” Part 5,

“Archie Loves Veronica: The Trial of Reggie Mantle” Part 5, &

“Li’l Jinx Grows Up” Part 5

NOW WITH 80 PAGES AND MORE NEW STORIES!

In “Archie Loves Veronica,” Ronnie makes a surprise discovery that could affect her finances with Archie. Plus, where’s Jughead? In “Archie Loves Betty,” Archie takes a more hardline approach to his students – but will it work? How will Veronica and Jason Blossom’s relationship…well, blossom? Also, writer J. Torres and artist Rick Burchett continue their acclaimed “JINX” series, telling the high school adventures of the classic Archie character.

SCRIPT: Paul Kupperberg, J. Torres

ARTIST: Norm Breyfogle, Rick Burchett

COVER: Norm Breyfogle

Shipping Date: 5/18/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/1/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/7/2011

Magazine, 80 pgs, glossy stock, Full-Color

$3.99 US
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #225

“One Step Forward . . .”: Sonic’s 25th Anniversary begins HERE with a double-sized Gatefold cover! Dr. Eggman’s newest creation threatens all of Mobius, forcing Sonic to team up with the evil Ixis Naugus. It’s a race against time with a world-changing ending you won’t believe! The prelude to “Genesis” starts here with this anniversary issue!

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn

ARTIST:Tracy Yardley!, Terry Austin, John Workman & Matt Herms

Gatefold Cover by Patrick Spaziante

Shipping Date: 5/18/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/1/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/7/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
SONIC UNIVERSE #28

“Fractured Mirror” Part Four: The Freedom Fighters have fallen! Now the only one left to save this dark world is Silver the Hedgehog! It’s psychic power versus chaos power as our hero from the future goes all-out against the terrifying Enerjak! Don’t miss the cataclysmic conclusion to the Silver Saga!

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn

ARTIST: Tracy Yardley!, Jim Amash, Phil Felix, Ray Dillon

COVER: Tracy Yardley!, Jim Amash & Ben Hunzeker

Shipping Date: 5/4/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 5/18/2011

Newsstands: Week of 5/24/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
MEGA MAN #2

“Let the Games Begin!” Part Two: Rock was just a simple helper-robot. Now he’s the world-saving Mega Man! Armed with only his Mega Buster, can Mega Man face down the Robot Masters? More importantly, can he face his own reservations about fighting his own kind?

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn

ARTIST: Patrick Spaziante, John Workman & Matt Herms

COVER: Patrick “SPAZ!” Spaziante

Villain Variant Cover by Patrick Spaziante

Shipping Date: 5/25/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 6/8/2011

Newsstands: Week of 6/14/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
SONIC ARCHIVES Vol.15

Let the WORLD TOUR begin! Dr. Robotnik may still be missing, but that doesn’t mean life is easy for Sonic the Hedgehog! It’s adventures and mysteries galore as Sonic has his first encounter with the cyborg simian – Monkey Khan! Also featuring the beginning of the epic “World Tour” saga as Sonic and Tails take off to find the vile wizard Ixis Naugus! You can’t pass up on this volume full of first appearances and major turning points for hero and villain alike!

SCRIPT & ARTIST: Various

Cover by Patrick Spaziante

Soft Cover, 5″x 7 3/8″, glossy stock, Full-Color

112 pages. $7.95 US / $8.95 CAN

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ARCHIE #619

“Robbing Arch” – Part Two: “On the Run with Robbing Arch”

The trap has been set! The medieval adventures continue as Arch and his Merry Band of Teens attempt to rescue Princess Veronica from the clutches of the Duke of Doom and the fiendish jester, Chester! But has Robbing Arch just made himself a date… with the Hangman?

SCRIPT: Tom DeFalco

ARTIST: Fernando Ruiz and Jack Morelli

COVER: Fernando Ruiz, Bob Smith and Tito Pena

Shipping Date: 3/16/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/23/2011

Newsstands: 4/5/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
ARCHIE AMERICANA SERIES: BEST OF THE 90s BOOK 2

“Ratman,” “Duggy Wuggy, M.D.,” “Skate Date” and more!

“Ratman” cleans up Megapolis on his way to a showdown with The Punster! Archie takes on the roll of a teen doctor as

“Duggy Wuggy, M.D.” whose biggest challenge is being serious! Then, Archie tries to impress the girls with a

“Skate Date,” but as soon as he puts on the skates, Archie’s not so impressive! Plus, way more of the best Archie Comics from the 90s which, like, totally make this collection the bomb!

SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski, Frank Doyle, George Gladir, Hal Lifson, Dan Parent, Angelo DeCesare, Hal Smith and Kathleen Webb

ARTIST: Stan Golberg, Dan DeCarlo, Rex Linsey, Fernando Ruiz, Jeff Shultz, Harry Scarpelli, Alison Flood, Michael Esposito, Rudy Lapick and Bob Smith

COVER: Rex Lindsey and Tito Pena

ISBN #: 978-1-879794-66-5

Shipping Date: 3/7/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 4/6/2011

Soft Cover, 7″x10″, 96 pgs, glossy stock, Full-Color

$11.95 US
ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #217

“It’s a Steal,” “Career Sphere” and “Sore Loser”

In “It’s a Steal” robbers have the residents of Riverdale terrified, but Archie and Jughead create more fear as they help! Next, in “Career Sphere”, Archie tries to decide his future vocation, but they all end in disaster! Finally, “Sore Loser” finds Archie’s dad following Archie in an attempt to lose weight and write a diet book. Will he lose his mind before he loses any weight?

SCRIPT: Bill Golliher, George Gladir, Angelo DeCesare

ARTIST: Stan Golberg, Al Milgrom, Tim Kennedy, Ken Selig, Bob Bolling, Jim Amash,
COVER: Fernando Ruiz, Bob Smith and Tito Pena

Shipping Date: 3/16/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/23/2011

Newsstands: 4/5/2011
Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
ARCHIE & FRIENDS #153

“The April Fool,” “Noon Too Soon,” “King of Fools” and more!

This April Fools Day it’s Reggie’s Revenge! The King of Pranks will be pranked when four brand new teams of writers and artists take on Reggie and the gang! Comic book legends join forces with Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Sonic the Hedgehog superstar comic writers for foolishly good fun!

SCRIPT: Tom DeFalco, J. Torres, Tania del Rio, and Ian Flynn

ARTIST: Ron Frenz, Tim Levins, Tania del Rio, and Giselle

COVER: Fernando Ruiz, Mike DeCarlo and Tito Pena

Shipping Date: 3/2/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/9/2011

Newsstands: 3/22/11

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
ARCHIE & FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #4

“Adventures in the Wonder Realm” Part 4

“Adventures in the Wonder Realm” continue as Archie, Jughead and Betty fight for their lives against angry food and rock creatures standing between them and freedom! Will Veronica and their new friend Cheroby help the team in completing all the different levels? Or will they be lost in the Wonder Realm forever?

SCRIPT: Stephen Oswald

ARTIST: Joe Staton and Bob Smith
COVER: Joe Staton, Bob Smith and Tito Pena
Shipping Date: 3/23/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/30/2011

Newsstands: 4/12/11

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
BETTY #191

“A Friend to the End,” “The Big Mess” and “The Birthday Bash”

In “A Friend to the End”, Betty’s imaginary childhood friend returns! How can Betty continue with teen life when Miss Fablo looks to pick up where they left off? Then, in “The Big Mess,” Nancy uses her organizing skills to help Betty clean her room, but may have taken on more she can handle! Finally, “The Birthday Bash”, Betty takes full advantage of getting stuck in the car with Archie to outdo Veronica!
SCRIPT: Bill Galliher

ARTIST: Pat Kennedy and Tim Kennedy

COVER: Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 3/23/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/30/2011

Newsstands: 4/12/2011
Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99
BETTY & VERONICA #253

“Your Prom or Mine”

In “Your Prom or Mine”, Betty and Veronica have the difficult task of finding the perfect prom dress. But getting dresses is an easier task than Archie has! Who will he take to the prom? The wrong choice could mean he’ll end up going to this year’s prom alone!

SCRIPT: Dan Parent

ARTIST: Jeff Schultz and Rich Koslowski

COVER: Dan Parent

Shipping Date: 3/30/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 4/6/2011

Newsstands: 4/19/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #189

“Sign of the Times” and “Concrete”

In “Sign of the Times” Betty’s friend Carol’s cartoons aren’t too popular in the school paper, but when Betty gets her to draw a sign for her bake sale, Carol may get a second chance at drawing a crowd! Then, in “Concrete,” Betty’s traumatized when she hears her and Archie’s initials in the cement are about to be covered up! What ultimate gesture of his affection can Archie make to re-cement his love for Betty?

SCRIPT: George Gladir and Mike Pellowski

ARTIST: Jeff Schultz, Jon D’Agostino, Robert Bolling and Jim Amash

COVER: Jeff Shultz, Al Milgrom and Tito Pena

Shipping Date: 3/9/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/16/2011

Newsstands: 3/29/211

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99
B & V FRIENDS DOUBLE DIGEST #213

“East Meets West” and “Whale of a Sale”

In “East Meets West”, Betty and Veronica battle in the Wild West to keep the railroad tracks free and clear of the dastardly Rogue Reggie and his gang of train robbers. Before he strikes again, Sheriff Moose must devise a plan to stop the gang for good! Then, in “Whale of a Sale”, Betty didn’t do financially well at her garage sale, but she certainly makes up for it in valuable time spent with Archie!

SCRIPT: George Gladir

ARTIST: Stan Goldberg, Jim Amash, Jeff Schultz, Al Milgrom

COVER: Tim & Pat Kennedy, Mike DeCarlo and Tito Pena

Shipping Date: 3/30/2010

On Sale at Comic Shops: 4/6/2010

Newsstands: 4/19/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99
JUGHEAD #206

“Snug as a Jug in a Rug” and “Information Please”

“Snug as a Jug in a Rug” finds Jughead so comfortable in his new Snuggly Wuggly blanket he wants to sleep forever! Archie finally gets him out to help him on a job, but Jughead falls asleep in the mailroom and ends up being shipped out as bulk mail! Then in “Information Please”, Jughead’s knowledge saves Ms. Beazly by knowing the secret ingredient in her special dish, Fiesta a la Beazly!

SCRIPT: Craig Boldman

ARTIST: Rex Lindsey and Jim Amash

COVER: Rex Lindsey and Tito Pena

Shipping Date: 3/9/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/16/2011

Newsstands: 3/29/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
JUGHEAD: CROWNING ACHIEVEMENTS

“Something Ventured, Something Gained,” “All You Can Eat for a Dollar,” “The Hideaway,” “The Right Moves,” “Trula Trap,” “Alias: The Claw,” “All Dressed Up,” “The Expert,” “The Secret of Jughead’s Hat,” and “The Jughead List”

The ultimate dish of Jughead comics is served! The waist-expanding 200th anniversary issue with special guest Sabrina the Teenage Witch begins Jughead’s crowning achievements! Plus more food and fine napping to follow as “The Secret of Jughead’s Hat” is revealed along with the definitive “Jughead List” and much more!

SCRIPT: Tom Root, Craig Boldman, Fernando Ruiz, and Hal Smith

ARTIST: Rex Lindsey, Fernando Ruiz, Rich Koslowski, Bob Smith, Jim Amash, John, Costanza, Jack Morelli, Jon D’Agostino, Bill Yoshida, Tito Pena, Stephen Oswald and Barry Grossman

COVER: Rex Lindsey and Tito Pena

ISBN #: 978-1-879794-67-2

Shipping Date: 3/21/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 4/6/2011

Soft Cover, 6″x9″, 96 pgs, glossy stock, Full-Color

$9.95 US
JUGHEAD DOUBLE DIGEST #169

“The Ultimate Temptation” and “Pay-Back Fire”

In “The Ultimate Temptation,” Jughead must decide to save his appetite for an all you can eat spread at Veronica’s party or go to work for an agency offering him a job as a food sampler! One choice will make him a hero! Then, in “Pay-Back Fire”, Reggie tries to get the best of Jughead with his over the top practical jokes, but in the end who is it that gets the last laugh?

SCRIPT: George Gladir and Mike Pellowski

ARTIST: Jeff Schultz, Al Milgrom, Tim Kennedy, Jon D’Agostino

COVER: Fernando Ruiz, Jon D’Agostino and Tito Pena

Shipping Date: 3/30/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 4/6/2011

Newsstands: 4/19/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US
LIFE WITH ARCHIE #9: MAY 2011

“Archie Loves Betty: Freshman Year—The First Semester” Part 3, “Archie Loves Veronica: The Trial of Reggie Mantle” Part 3, & “Li’l Jinx Grows Up” Part 3

NOW WITH 80 PAGES AND MORE NEW STORIES!

The married life continues in “Archie Loves Betty: Freshman Year—The First Semester” Part 3. Archie and Betty struggle as new teachers to connect with their rowdy and sometimes outrageous students.

In “Archie Loves Veronica: The Trial of Reggie Mantle” Part 3, Archie and Veronica take Lodge Industries to new heights! But it’s not part of Mr. Lodge’s plan. Can the two survive his cunning this time?

“Jinx” continues in “Li’l Jinx Grows Up!” Part 3. Jinx continues her linebacker lesson in friendship as she tackles the school and the whole football team!

SCRIPT: Paul Kupperberg, J. Torres

ART: Norm Breyfogle, Rick Burchett, Andrew Pepoy, Joe Rubinstein, Terry Austin, Janice Chiang, Jack Morelli, John Workman, and Glenn Whitmore

COVER: Norm Breyfogle and Tito Pena

Shipping Date: 3/23/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/30/2011

Newsstands: 4/12/2011

Magazine, 80 pgs, glossy stock, Full-Color

$3.99 US
SONIC UNIVERSE #26

“Fractured Mirror” Part Two

Silver the Hedgehog is stranded on a strange, dark version of Mobius and fights stranger, darker versions of heroes you know and love! Perhaps he can get a little help from the all new, all different Freedom Fighters? But will they be enough against the terror of Enerjak?

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn

ART: Tracy Yardley!, Jim Amash, Phil Felix & Ray Dillon

COVER: Tracy Yardley!, Jim Amash & Ben Hunzeker

Shipping Date: 3/2/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/9/2011

Newsstands: 3/22/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #223

“Chaos and the Crown” Part One

The vile wizard Ixis Naugus finally makes his bold move, and the Republic of Acorn will never be the same! As Sonic races to bring the villain down, Dr. Eggman makes the final preparations for his newest scheme in “Special Zone House Call.”

SCRIPT: Ian Flynn

ART: Ben Bates, Jamal Peppers, Terry Austin, John Workman & Matt Herms

COVER: Jamal Peppers, Terry Austin & Matt Herms

Shipping Date: 3/16/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/23/2011

Newsstands: 4/5/2011

Comic, 32 pgs, 40 lb. glossy stock, Full-Color

$2.99 US
WORLD OF ARCHIE #5

“Little Archie/ Tiny Titans” Parts 1-3

The world of Archie Comics and DC Comics collide in the complete collection of the three-part Little Archie/Tiny Titans crossover! Pandemonium and brand new friendships abound as a simple laundry switch leads to adventures with Robin, Beast Boy, Josie and the Pussycats, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and Archie & friends! Plus, is Miss Grundy related to Solomon Grundy?

SCRIPT: Art Baltazar and Franco Aureliani

ARTIST: Art Baltazar

COVER: Art-chie Baltazar

Shipping Date: 3/2/2011

On Sale at Comic Shops: 3/9/2011

Newsstands: 3/22/2011

Digest, 160 pgs, 30 lb newsprint, Full-Color

$3.99 US

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