Archie's Double Digest Magazine #142

Archie is caught red-handed on this fun cover, clutching a hammer and horseshoe while instructing someone to tell Veronica he's "very busy preparing for my exams" — all while a bemused blonde relays the message by phone. Stan Goldberg's pencils and Bob Smith's inks bring the gag to life with Archie Comics' signature warmth and comedic timing, with lucky charms and study materials scattered across the desk hinting at just how "prepared" our hero really is. This 2003 digest packs in plenty of laughs across its double-sized pages — perfect for longtime fans and newcomers alike.