Archie Giant Series Magazine #204
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "From the Heart," Betty and Veronica take a surprising turn from their usual antics, venturing into Riverdale’s skid row with a heartfelt mission: to help a homeless man find dignity by securing him a job as a department store Santa Claus. Written by Dick Malmgren and brought to life with warm, expressive art by Jon D'Agostino—whose pencils and inks define the story’s emotional core—this 1973 gem captures a rare moment of quiet compassion in the Archie universe, all framed by Stan Goldberg’s classic cover art.
In "From the Heart," the girls set out to deliver Christmas gifts to Archie and Jughead, but Veronica finds herself outshone when the boys light up over Betty’s presents—leaving her to wonder if her own gift might just be the one that truly matters.
In this delightfully quirky 1973 tale from *Archie Giant Series Magazine #204*, Betty and Veronica take a surprising turn from their usual rivalry, teaming up to rescue a down-on-his-luck man from Riverdale’s skid row—only to convince him to don a red suit and bring holiday cheer to the department store. The story’s charm lies in its playful twist on holiday tradition, as the girls’ well-intentioned plan sets off a chain of laughs and unexpected moments.
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Reprinted in Archie Comics Digest #40 (1980), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #17 (1990), Archie's Pals 'n' Gals Double Digest Magazine #109 (2007), Archie's Holiday Fun Digest #12 (2007), Archie's Super Comics Digest #2 (2012), B&V Friends Double Digest Magazine #221 (2012), Archie's Funhouse Double Digest #10 (2015), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #299 (2022), Archie Showcase Digest #14 (2023)
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