Little Archie Comics Digest Magazine #29
In "Bird Is the Word," the girls dive into a gum-chewing craze to collect free movie star pictures, sparking a quiet mystery when Evelyn vanishes—leaving behind only whispers and a trail of empty wrappers. Written and illustrated by Dexter Taylor, this 1988 digest captures the small-town charm and playful intrigue of Riverdale, with Taylor’s expressive art bringing the girls’ antics to life on a cover by Dexter Taylor.
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The girls take up buying and chewing gum so they can get free pictures of movie stars. They start to suspect that Evelyn, who hasn't been seen in days, may be starting her own collection.
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