Archie Americana Series #9
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis volume kicks off the Archie Americana Series by spotlighting the best of the 1990s, collecting a selection of stories that capture the decade's distinctive style and humor from Riverdale's classic characters. It features tales by longtime Archie creators, showcasing the lighter, more playful tone that defined the era's comics.
In "Message Mess-Up," Betty scores a surprise win in a contest that lands her and Veronica minor roles on their favorite TV show—only for Veronica to feel sidelined when Betty gets a speaking line and she doesn’t. Tensions flare as Veronica vows to outshine Betty at every turn, turning a fun celebrity cameo into a playful rivalry. Written by Dan Parent and illustrated by Dan DeCarlo, with inks by Alison Flood, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, the issue captures the classic Archie charm with a modern twist. The cover by Rex W. Lindsey perfectly captures the lighthearted drama.
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Betty wins a contest securing her and Veronica bit parts on their favorite television show. But when Veronica learns that Betty gets a speaking line in the show and she doesn't, she becomes determined to upstage Betty any way possible.
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