Pep #170

In "The Elephant Tale!", Josie is heartbroken when she learns Alex has his sights set on Melody, not her—leading to a mix of jealousy and confusion. Pepper steps in to mediate, but even her attempts to clear the air only seem to make things more tangled. Written by Frank Doyle and illustrated by Dan DeCarlo, with inks by Rudy Lapick and letters by Victor Gorelick, this 1964 tale captures the awkward, heartfelt drama of teenage crushes. The cover by Bob White perfectly captures the moment’s emotional weight.