Cover: Dan DeCarlo & Rudy Lapick

She's Josie #8

Sep 1964 · Archie · 0.12 USD

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In "The Unhappy Hero (Chapter 1)," Josie finds herself at the center of a rivalry that takes a surprising turn when Albert and Alex’s feud escalates into a near-miss with a speeding car. Written by Frank Doyle and brought to life with Dan DeCarlo’s signature style—pencils and inks by DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick—this 1964 issue captures the classic Archie charm with a moment of unexpected heroism. The cover, also by DeCarlo and Lapick, perfectly frames the chaos and comedy of the moment.

Contains 5 stories

The Unhappy Hero (Chapter 1)

8 pp · Humor

In "The Unhappy Hero (Chapter 1)" from She's Josie #8 (1964), Albert and Alex clash once more over Josie, their rivalry turning chaotic when Alex hurls Albert’s guitar at him during a street crossing. A lucky dodge saves Albert from a speeding car, and Melody steps in to argue that Alex’s reckless move actually saved his life. Grateful and surprised, Albert makes a surprising promise—any wish, even for Josie, is Alex’s to claim.

Saved by the Belle (Chapter 2)

6 pp · Humor

In "Saved by the Belle (Chapter 2)," Albert’s gratitude turns into an endless, well-meaning shadow as he shadows Alex wherever he goes, determined to keep him close—especially when Alex finally gets a chance to spend time alone with Josie. Their attempt to sneak off to the beach for a quiet getaway is foiled when Albert shows up, armed with smiles and relentless cheer, ready to spoil the moment with his unwavering presence.

And Away We Go (Chapter 3)

5 pp · Humor

A Fishy Tale!

1 pp · Children

Happy Ending (Chapter 4)

5 pp · Humor

In "Happy Ending (Chapter 4)" from She's Josie #8 (1964), Josie and Alex make a frantic dash across the water in a speedboat, trying to outrun Albert’s relentless gratitude—only to be pursued by Albert in Alexandra’s boat, joined by Pepper and Melody. When they finally reach a deserted island, Alex thinks he’s finally free, but just as he breathes a sigh of relief, Melody steps forward with her own claim: he saved her life, too.