Gwandanaland Comics #1883

In "Dishonest Love," art shop owner Rudolph enlists his assistant Elizabeth to convince painter Andrew to copy old masterpieces—just as their secret romance begins to bloom. When Elizabeth uncovers Rudolph’s scheme to pass off forged works as authentic, she orchestrates a bold plan to expose the deception during a staged exhibition. The story unfolds with quiet tension and emotional stakes, as truth and love collide in a world where art and authenticity hang in the balance.

In "Double-Purpose Date," Janice feels her dates with Ted have lost their spark—especially since he refuses to take her to the fast-paced clubs she’s heard about, calling her “too young… too innocent!” Her friend Elaine takes matters into her own hands, going on a date with Ted and dragging him to upscale venues, only to leave him drained and broke. When Ted finally returns to Janice, he’s relieved to be back at the roller skating rink, where the real fun begins.

In "Truant Wife," Kathy’s life shifts dramatically after she marries Tim and starts a family. When pregnancy changes her plans and Tim is drafted, Kathy finds herself navigating new responsibilities—and new choices—alone. As her days grow busier and her paths diverge, she must face the consequences of her choices when Tim returns home.

In "They Said I Was a Bad Influence," Sharon’s bold claims about her romantic conquests catch up with her when her friend Donna gets hurt trying to copy her reckless charm. After losing her job and deciding to leave town, Sharon finds herself unexpectedly drawn to Hank, who quietly admits he’s been hoping she’d change—just not quite like this.

In "Love Me... Love My Boss," Lucille’s impending marriage to her co-worker Barry hinges on a promotion that sends him to another store—just as manager Clay, who’s drawn to Lucille, urges her to support his rival, Morgan. When Barry agrees to let Lucille date Clay during his absence, their growing connection takes an unexpected turn when Lucille and Clay return to find Barry with another woman. The story unfolds with quiet tension and emotional stakes, exploring how love, loyalty, and shifting alliances play out in the backrooms of a department store.

In "Coal Town Girl," Karen, who longs to escape her life in the stifling town of Coalville, finds unexpected connection with Jeff during a trip to the city. When she finally gathers the courage to bring him home and reveal her roots, the two are met with a sudden crisis—her father is trapped in a mine collapse. The story unfolds with quiet intensity as Karen faces her fears, and Jeff’s response offers a tender, grounded moment of truth.