Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #56

When a frigid ski trip leaves Sabrina and her guardians shivering and running low on magic, they must decide how to use their one spell in twenty-four hours—especially with the cold threatening to ruin the whole adventure.

Archie’s trying to juggle two commitments: helping Betty with the school newspaper and keeping Veronica from dragging Reggie to the ice rink. As he scrambles to avoid disappointing either girl, the pressure mounts—especially when Veronica makes it clear she’s not above making a move without him.

In "Prof. Lovett, Prof. Lovett, Wherefore Art Thou, Prof. Lovett...?!!", the entire school is abuzz over the new drama teacher, Sam Lovett—especially the boys, who can't seem to stop talking about her. Miss Grundy is baffled by the sudden frenzy until she discovers the surprising truth behind the mystery: Sam Lovett is actually a woman.

When the unexpected arrival of the dashing Long Jane Silver throws Riverdale into chaos during mid-term, Jo and her friends find themselves caught in a whirlwind of pirate mischief. With Mr. Weatherbee and Miss Grundy suddenly eager to flee, it’s up to the teens to uncover the truth behind the pretty pirate’s charm—before the whole school gets swept away.

In "Confessions of a True Veronica!", Veronica takes a playful jab at her own fame by drafting her autobiography—complete with grand dreams of stardom—only to see Betty’s reaction shift from amusement to quiet skepticism. As Veronica boasts about her glamorous life, Betty’s growing doubt leads her to suggest a twist: why not let Betty write the real story?

In "On the Ball," Reggie’s frustration over Archie tattling about snowballs spirals into a snowy showdown when he hurls a giant snowball meant for Archie—only for it to misfire and flatten Mr. Weatherbee instead. The chaos unfolds in classic Jumbo Comics humor, where teenage antics and slapstick collide in a frosty, no-holds-barred moment.

In "Flying High," Hilda’s claim of spotting a flying saucer draws skeptical laughs—until she uses a little magic to make the doubters question their own disbelief. Written by a team known for playful twists, the story blends humor and a touch of whimsy in this brief, lighthearted tale from Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #56.

In "Slow Burn Quick Freeze," Veronica sets her sights on the new local hunk, determined to win him over without Betty catching on—especially after Betty’s recent humiliation for trying too hard. With her usual flair and a dash of mischief, Veronica devises a plan that’s equal parts charm and chaos, all while keeping her sisterly rival in the dark.