Spooky #138

Harvey Comics' pint-sized phantom is up to his usual mischief in this 1973 entry — the cover finds Spooky mid-"BOO," having burrowed underground to pop up through the dirt while a startled little critter perches atop a pink letter "O" above him. The bright yellow cover and that big pink "BOO" split between earth and surface perfectly capture the cheerful, harmless haunting energy that made Spooky such a delight for young readers. A fun issue with the promising story title "Spook Wanted," this 20-cent Harvey gem also spotlights the broader cast of Harvey favorites — Poil, Casper, The Ghostly Trio, and Wendy — previewed in the side panels.