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Cover: Al Hartley

My Own Romance #31

Jun 1953 · Marvel · 0.10 USD
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In "Should A Girl Wait," newlyweds Marion and Frank navigate the quiet drama of adjusting to married life after moving into Frank’s family mansion in New York. As Marion strives to fit in with his elite circle, she transforms her style and throws lavish parties—only to be gently reminded by Frank that he loves her for who she truly is. A heartfelt moment of connection unfolds in this 1953 romance, drawn with quiet sincerity by Al Hartley, whose expressive art brings the emotional beats to life. The cover, also by Hartley, captures the tender, introspective mood of the story.

Contains 4 stories
Should A Girl Wait
5 pp · Romance
ElaineEddieThelmaReggie

In "Should A Girl Wait," Elaine faces a quiet test of loyalty when her fiancé Eddie is drafted and sent to Korea. After a single date with another man, she chooses to wait, turning down social invitations and holding fast to her promise for two long years. When Eddie finally returns, their reunion is a quiet triumph of patience and love.

Tony's Kiss
7 pp · Romance
GwenGwen's motherTony RossiniBillyLil

In "Tony's Kiss," Gwen finds herself caught in a web of misunderstandings when her engagement to Billy unravels after he catches her kissing the charming but reckless Tony at a party. Though Gwen insists the kiss was forced—orchestrated by jealous Lil—Tony’s bold reappearance stirs emotions neither can deny. As secrets surface and feelings deepen, Gwen must confront her heart while Tony’s unexpected letter offers a chance at a reunion that leaves her fate hanging in the balance.

A Shoulder To Lean On
6 pp · Romance
Betty FormsJim Town

In the quiet snowfall of a ski vacation, Betty finds an unexpected connection with Jim, a man who prides himself on independence after a lonely childhood. When a sudden blizzard traps them together and Jim loses his sight in the snow, he must lean on Betty in ways he never thought possible—leading to a quiet, heartfelt shift in his understanding of love and trust.

Marrion Gets Married!
5 pp · Romance
Marion Telka BeldonFrank BeldonPapa TelkaSue TelkaKeith Farrel

In "Marrion Gets Married!" from My Own Romance #31 (1953), Marion settles into married life with engineer Frank at his family mansion in New York. Adjusting to her new world, she transforms her style and hosts glamorous gatherings, hoping to win approval from Frank’s social circle. When Frank returns from a trip, he’s surprised by the change—but his reaction reveals what truly matters.

ComicBooks.com Value

Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Good) $293
CGC 9.4 · 1 in census $7,215*
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 none in existence
CGC 6.5 none in existence
CGC 6.0 · 1 in census $852*
CGC 5.5 none in existence
CGC 5.0 · 2 in census $681*
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artist, inker Al Hartley
cover pencils, inks Al Hartley

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