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Lovelorn #1

Aug 1949 · American Comics Group · 0.10 USD
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Lovelorn #1 is a romance anthology containing multiple stories. One story follows Bill and Pamela through their high school years, beginning with their first meeting and progressing through senior prom, where Bill asks Pamela to the dance despite her initially wanting to attend with another boy. After prom, their relationship deepens, but complications arise when Pamela's wealthy aunt offers her an opportunity in theater, creating conflict between her ambitions and her devotion to Bill. Another story depicts a soldier named Jake who receives a harsh telegram from his sweetheart Jill, rejecting him and declaring she never wants to see him again; however, when Jake arrives in New York, he discovers Jill's true feelings and they reunite, with Jill jumping overboard from a ship in her emotional desperation before Jake rescues her.

Contains 5 stories
Twice I Loved!
12 pp · Romance
Claire AndrewsFrank VickersMaryDan Matthews
Rich Little Poor Girl
10 pp · Romance
AmyPamela GrantMrs. GrantBill GreggEdmond Oliver

In "Rich Little Poor Girl," Amy, a young woman from a struggling background, finds herself overshadowed by her wealthy cousin Pamela, who not only steals Amy’s boyfriend Bill but also takes her place in a glamorous contest to win a date with movie star Edmond Oliver. When the evening turns chaotic and the pair end up stranded after a reckless drive, Amy and Bill must come together to save them—forcing long-buried truths to surface. The story unfolds with quiet intensity, exploring pride, mistaken identity, and the unexpected ways people find redemption.

Dance of Romance
10 pp · Romance
Cora BartonMark EdmondsWandaPeter

In "Dance of Romance," dance teacher Cora triumphs in a contest only to face scorn from critic Mark—yet their rivalry sparks something deeper. As Mark leaves to lead the European Ballet, Cora’s path crosses with star dancer Wanda, setting off a chain of misunderstandings that tests their bond. When Cora steps in at the premiere, her grace and courage reveal a truth that changes everything.

A Sailor's Sweetheart
6 pp · Romance
JillMary AmbersJake MillerTonyAce Sanders

In "A Sailor's Sweetheart," Jo and sailor Jake share a tender romance sparked on a double date with Mary and Tony—until a misunderstanding at a dance, sparked by a chance encounter with Ace, sends their relationship into turmoil. When Jill nearly drowns in a boating accident, Jake’s quick rescue becomes the turning point that might just mend what was broken.

Romeo of the Ranch
7 pp · Romance
Diana MorrisonTex RandallHarry Thompson

In "Romeo of the Ranch," aspiring author Diana arrives in Arizona seeking material for her next novel, only to find herself entangled with cowboy Tex—whose feelings are real, even if hers were initially just research. When her boyfriend and agent Harry orchestrates a publicity stunt to reunite them at a rodeo, Diana’s growing affection becomes real, but not before she learns the truth behind the staged romance. Written by an unknown author and illustrated by an unknown artist, this 1949 romance captures the bittersweet ache of love found—and lost—amidst dusty trails and Hollywood dreams.

ComicBooks.com Value

Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Good) $61
CGC 9.4 · 1 in census $1,423*
CGC 9.2 none in existence
CGC 9.0 none in existence
CGC 8.5 none in existence
CGC 8.0 none in existence
CGC 7.5 none in existence
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CGC 7.0 · 1 in census $231*
CGC 6.5 · 2 in census $194*
CGC 6.0 none in existence
CGC 5.5 · 2 in census $141*
CGC 5.0 none in existence
CGC 4.5 · 1 in census $115*
CGC 4.0 · 1 in census $100*
CGC 3.5 · 1 in census $89*
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Reprinted in Cinderella Love #16 (1951)

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