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Cover: Dick Giordano
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Teen Secret Diary #1

Oct 1959 · Charlton · 0.10 USD
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In "When You Went Away," a quietly poignant tale from 1959, Margaret—a shy, overlooked girl from a small town—steps into a new life in the city, transforming herself both inside and out. With a fresh start and a bold new look, she reunites with her former boyfriend Bud, only to find herself redefining her worth in a moment that feels both tender and transformative. Written by Joe Gill and illustrated by Vince Colletta, the story unfolds with a gentle, observant touch, while Dick Giordano’s cover captures the quiet drama of change.

Contains 4 stories
When You Went Away
5 pp · Romance
Eddie GrangerLinda

When Eddie Granger leaves for college, he and Linda promise to stay true through the distance, but silence from him during the holidays leaves her wondering if he’s moved on. His sudden return sparks a quiet moment of reconciliation, where old doubts are met with a simple truth—his absence wasn’t a betrayal, just the weight of growing up.

I'll Be Seeing You
7 pp · Romance
Louise BrowningPierre DumasMr. DumasMrs. DumasYvonne DumasFred Lang

Louise Browning arrives in Paris as an exchange student, settling in with the Dumas family and quickly finding herself drawn to Pierre Dumas. As her time in France winds down, her growing feelings for him lead her to introduce her American classmate Fred Lang to Pierre’s sister, Yvonne. With the summer ending and her departure near, Louise carries the quiet hope of a future reunion—when Pierre will soon come to the USA.

I Joined A Teen-Age Gang
5 pp · Romance
Chick BennetDorothy "Dot"Johnny Barnes

When her boyfriend Chick joins a motorcycle gang, Dorothy "Dot" finds herself torn between loyalty and fear for his future. Determined to understand the world he’s entered, she boldly joins the gang too—dressing the part with a leather jacket, dungarees, and boots. Johnny Barnes gives her a ride on his motorcycle, but Chick grows uneasy, making a tense agreement: he’ll quit if she leaves the gang behind.

I Was Alone!!
5 pp · Romance
MargaretMiss PutnamBud GrantMr. Soames

Margaret, a quiet young woman still grieving the loss of her parents, leaves her small town behind for a fresh start in the city. After a new look and a new job, she unexpectedly reunites with her former boyfriend, Bud Grant, who’s now more than just a memory. As their long-awaited date approaches, Margaret transforms once more—determined to be the woman he might finally see.

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Full credits

writer Joe Gill
artist, inker Vince Colletta
cover pencils, inks Dick Giordano

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