Cover: Stan Goldberg & Bob Smith

Archie #514

Nov 2001 · Archie · 1.99 USD; 2.39 CAD

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In "Mumps the Word," Archie’s desperate bid to impress Veronica with a fancy date takes a wild turn when he rents out his car for ad space—only to find out she views such antics as beneath her. When paparazzi catch the pickle ad in a compromising moment, the resulting photos spark an unexpected modeling opportunity for Veronica, turning embarrassment into a win. Written by George Gladir and brought to life with vibrant art by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith, and colors by Barry Grossman, this 2001 classic captures the charm and chaos of teenage romance with a side of pickle-powered humor. The cover, also by Goldberg and Smith, perfectly encapsulates the zany spirit of the issue.

Contains 5 stories

Mumps the Word

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie AndrewsJughead JonesBetty CooperVeronica Lodge

Rad Ad

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie AndrewsJughead JonesVeronica LodgephotographersMarv

In "Rad Ad," Archie tries to impress Veronica by selling ad space on his car for a date, only to learn she views such antics as beneath her. When paparazzi catch her in a photo with the pickle ad, the unexpected publicity lands her a modeling gig—leaving her surprisingly grateful, if not entirely sure how it all happened.

New Girl

1 pp · Humor, Teen

Pencils ? [as Kennedy]

Ethel MuggsGladysArchie AndrewsReggie MantleDilton Doiley

A Pizza My Mind

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie AndrewsBetty CooperVeronica LodgeGaston

In "A Pizza My Mind," Archie’s attempt to suggest a simple pepperoni pizza to Veronica’s chef leads to his sudden eviction from the Lodge estate. Desperate for a meal, he turns to Betty, only to find her equally unimpressed when she learns he’s only there because he was kicked out—sending him packing with a slice of cold reality.

What's News?

6 pp

Archie AndrewsJughead JonesPop Tatenew girlboy friendMoose Mason