Planet Series #6

In "A Strange Good-Bye," Didi and Wade share a fleeting summer romance with the best intentions—no drama, no distractions, just mutual respect and a promise to keep things simple. Three years later, Didi finds herself still haunted by the quiet intensity of that brief connection, wondering if a moment meant to be forgotten might have been something more.

In "Once Kissed," stewardess Miriam and Australian pilot Brett navigate a long-distance romance strained by grueling schedules and miles between them. When Brett’s letters cease and rumors of his sudden leave surface, Miriam finds herself drawn across continents to uncover the truth, following a trail that leads deep into the Australian outback.

In "Second Look," Letitia Harrison finds her world upended when movie mogul Sam Jarvis moves to Europe, sending her from the glamorous sidelines to a new role under the watchful eye of Buddy Hersey. Now forced to prove her worth beyond her looks, she navigates the shift with quiet determination—though her past and present are about to collide in ways she never expected.

In "The Thrill Seekers," Teresa grapples with guilt after Mark is seriously injured in a crash he blames on her urging him to speed. As he recovers, his demands grow more intense, pushing her toward marriage, but with the guidance of Dr. David Quinn, she begins to reclaim her sense of self. The story unfolds with quiet tension, exploring how emotional pressure and misplaced responsibility can strain even the closest bonds.

In "A Fool in Love," Pam’s quiet devotion to Ray is tested when her friends tease her and her parents worry—she’s pouring her savings into his education, but Ray seems distant, even laughing with another girl. As doubts creep in, Pam must wonder: is she truly seeing Ray, or just the version she wants to believe in?

In "Runaway!" from Planet Series #6 (1978), 20-year-old Melissa finds herself torn between her parents’ strict rules and her feelings for Chad. After being sent to the Caribbean to break up their romance, she stays behind to work on the island, savoring her newfound freedom—though her heart still longs for the boy she left behind.

In "Moment of Glory," Whit’s dedication to his medical studies keeps him close to Carla, who quietly supports him with care and cash. Though she sees his devotion as a sign of affection, she struggles to notice the quiet distance in his eyes—his heart not quite where hers is.

In "Up-Tight," Jo and Edward’s road trip takes an unexpected turn when they stop to help a stranded motorist, only for Gina to realize that the man she thought she knew is far more rigid—and less romantic—than she’d imagined. Written with quiet wit and drawn in crisp, expressive lines, this seven-page romance from Planet Series #6 captures the moment a relationship’s foundation starts to crack under the weight of unmet expectations.

In "My Husband's Old Girlfriend," Ellen and Lou’s happy marriage is quietly tested when Lou’s old friend Rita reenters their lives, casting a subtle shadow over their joy. A year later, a visit from Rita sparks the couple’s first real disagreement, revealing tensions beneath the surface of their seemingly perfect life.