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Going Steady #5

May 1960 · Prize · 0.10 USD
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This anthology issue features multiple romance stories centered on teenage dating and relationships. One story involves a girl named Deb facing a moral dilemma when her boyfriend Rocky asks her to help him cheat on a history exam, forcing her to choose between her feelings for him and doing the right thing. Another story depicts a girl named Debbie whose parents disapprove of her dating George, leading to family conflict and ultimately a resolution where George wins them over. The issue also includes an informational feature titled "Notes and Nonsense on Mad Daddies and Stuff," offering dating advice and etiquette tips for teenagers, along with articles on fashion signals and automotive culture.

Contains 3 stories
Cool, Midge, Cool!
8 pp · Romance
MidgeRocky BarlowMidge's motherChester GroveMr. Thaxter

Midge's head is turned when Rocky Barlow, the school's most popular basketball player, suddenly takes notice of her at a game and dance—but as their romance heats up, she finds herself drawn deeper into his world, helping him with schoolwork and facing pressure from those who warn her she's being taken advantage of. When Rocky's true nature is revealed during a crucial history exam, Midge must decide what her heart really means and what she's willing to compromise for love. A classic 1960 tale of teenage romance, where first passion collides with hard truths.

Chicken Love
5.66 pp · Romance

Victor is a shy young man harboring a secret crush, spending his nights walking past her house—until Kathy catches him and calls his bluff, forcing him into an uncomfortable dance date. What starts as an awkward pairing becomes complicated when Victor's nerves get the better of him, but a chance encounter with someone unexpected at a school dance offers him a surprising second chance at romance.

Date Insurance!
6 pp · Romance

Deb is torn between accepting George's class pin and going steady—a safe bet for guaranteed dates—until a chance encounter on the school steps reveals that her real strength might lie elsewhere. When she finally gives George her answer, it sets her on a path toward discovering what true "date insurance" really means. A charming 1960 romance about finding confidence in yourself rather than settling for security.

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Full credits

artist, inker Joe Simon
letterer Sam Rosen
cover pencils, inks Joe Simon

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