Marilyn #5 August 1961

In "null," Sally fires back at a letter calling motor-scooter drivers a menace, challenging the anonymous "Car Driver" to prove their point with a demonstration of safe, clear-headed driving—no matter how reckless the test might be.

In "There's No Tomorrow," Linda’s victory in a local beauty contest brings unexpected attention—now an agent wants her to compete in a larger showcase across southern England. When Ron’s mother dismisses the idea as frivolous and demands Linda quit, she surprises everyone by doubling down. With her future on the line, Linda gives Ron a choice: stand by her or let their engagement end.

In "Never to Love," Jo finds herself pushed to the edge in the cutthroat world of 1961 advertising, where toughness is the only currency. When a last-minute crisis forces her to hold a baby during a shoot, the weight of the moment cuts deeper than any jibe from the indifferent photographer.

In "null," Jo’s boyfriend Tab tries to impress her with a handmade teddy bear after seeing her collection of gifts from other suitors—only to find his dog has a much stronger attachment to the creation than she does.

In "null," Garfield’s unexpected freedom after a minor mix-up with his passport leads to an uncharacteristic quietness—until he surprises everyone by diving into a do-it-yourself building book and declaring his plan to construct a garage. The story captures a quiet, wry shift in his routine, full of subtle humor and the promise of something new, all in just two pages.