Young Lover Romances #5

When Judy's fiancé Tom begins neglecting her for his beloved service station, she throws caution to the wind and accepts the attention of Pete Beals—the wealthy, reckless son of the town's richest family. As Judy finds herself drawn deeper into Pete's world, she discovers that chasing revenge and excitement can lead to consequences far more dangerous than a bruised heart. This 1952 romance tale explores what happens when a young woman mistakes passion for loyalty, and learns where her true priorities lie.

When a young woman defies her parents to elope with Joel, she discovers that love and determination aren't quite enough to survive the hard realities of city life and marriage. As their honeymoon glow fades and their savings dwindle, Joel makes a painful decision that tears them apart—but a unexpected reunion offers a chance to discover what he's been building in her absence.

This educational feature explores how different cultures throughout history have marked the sacred moment of marriage through ritual and custom—from ancient Greek symbolism and Native American gift-giving to Russian ceremonies of obedience and the playful English tradition of the spice-bun mound. A fascinating look at how the bond between bride and groom has been celebrated and sealed across the world.

A young stenographer's dreams of romance and sophistication finally seem within reach when she wins a contest prize and checks into the exclusive Pine Manor resort, complete with glamorous new clothes and high hopes. When she meets the charming and wealthy Bentley Hoyt, she's swept into a whirlwind week of romance that feels like the answer to all her wishes—until her past unexpectedly arrives to complicate everything. Julie must navigate between the new life she's desperate to hold onto and the connections she's trying to leave behind.

A lighthearted look at how the kiss became a cornerstone of Western romance, "The History of the Kiss" traces the custom from the Celts through royal courts and across continents, exploring how what was once unknown to much of the world became a symbol of love and betrothal. Discover how kissing traditions took root in Scotland, France, Russia, and beyond—and how attitudes toward this intimate gesture have evolved over time.