ARCHIE DIGEST (2009)

"(W) George Gladir, Mike Pellowski (A) Tim Kennedy The local paper is sponsoring a contest to see who can go out on the most frugal date; don't they realize that in 'A Cheap Date Contest' that Archie is the certain winner? Then, Archie enters his modified lawn mower in a special race for former clippers - after all, they get great 'grass mileage!' Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more!"

"(W) Mike Pellowski, Bill Golliher (A) Jeff Shultz, Pat Kennedy Happy days are here again as the gang takes readers on a trip through the fabulous '50s, staging a musical set in the days of greasers, bobby sox and sock hops! Then, a teen products marketing company decides to study the 'typical teen' - only to end up in Riverdale, naturally! Plus, other new and classic Archie tales!"

"(W) George Gladier, Mike Pellowski (A) Tim Kennedy, Bob Bolling 'The Last Day of School' has arrived, and the teens may be surprised to find that the faculty is looking forward to their 'vacation' as much as the kids are! Archie, Reggie and Jughead reminisce about 'Swing Time' when they used to swing from and through the trees as little kids, but when they attempt to try it again, they learn just to 'leaf' some memories alone! Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and games!"

"(W) George Gladir (W/A) Fernando Ruiz (A) Bob Bolling When Mr. Weatherbee's away, the boys will play - and their game of choice is 'who will ask Wendy Weatherbee out first?!' Then, Archie rides the waves on a surftastic day, but will he keep his eyes on the foamy waves or wavy forms of the bikini babes watching? Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more!"

"(W) Mike Pellowski (A) Bob Bolling Archie and Reggie bet one another a free meal for whoever can catch the most fish, but can they can get the fish to cooperate? Then, whether he realizes it or not, Archie's summer job as kiddie pool lifeguard bears a striking resemblance to Mr. Weatherbee's position as principal! Plus other new and classic Archie tales!"

"(W) Hal Lifson (A) Rex Lindsey Riverdale's famous rock band is on a jaunt across the pond to follow in the footsteps of their idols, The BeatBoys! Along the way, they encounter all the sites befitting rock royalty, including Abbey Road Studios, Carnaby Street, the Dorchester Hotel and more. It's a 'Hard Déjà vu's Night' for bubblegum's premiere popsters! Plus, other new and classic tales, pin-ups, puzzles, and more!"

"(W/A) Dan Parent (W) George Gladir (A) Stan Goldberg Get set for Veronica's most unusually-themed Christmas party yet, with gifts that come straight from the heart instead of the bank account! Then, Mr. Weatherbee's Christmas break isn't so cheery when he ends up a shut-in due to his fractured foot, but it isn't long before his students show up to restore his holiday spirit in this poignant tale! Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more!"

"(W) Mike Pellowski (A) Pat Kennedy Ahoy, ye hungry vagabonds! Archie and his friends have a swashbucklin' good time when they visit a pirate-themed restaurant. Then, a sprained ankle leads to all of Archie's friends competing to help him out - and he loves the attention! Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more!"

"(W) John Rose, Bill Golliher (A) Pat Kennedy, Tim Kennedy Archie is determined to take Betty to the big dance, and he won't let little things like inclement weather, a car in need of repair and lack of funds get in the way! Then, when Reggie unleashes a practical joke spree, the teachers enlist the other students to fight... err.. prank back! Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more!"

"(W) George Gladir, Mike Pellowski (A) Tim Kennedy, Bob Bolling A snow day means no school, but Archie's cheers soon turn to 'Snow Woe' when his dad turns down the thermostat! Then, everyone knows Archie is a good sport, but has his father's 'Blood Line' made him as good an athlete as his dad was? Plus, other new and classic tales."

"(W) George Gladir, Mike Pellowski (A) Pat Kennedy, Jeff Shultz When school budget cuts hit, Archie is forced to home school via computer. Will he be late for class in his own home? Then, a snow day brings out the adventurous side of Archie and the warm side of his wardrobe! Plus, other new and classic stories, puzzles, pin-ups, and more!"

"(W/A) Various Archie finds a way to make mowing the lawn go faster - way faster - by pretending his rider mower is a race car! Archie thinks he'll have to 'kiss' his favorite 'kissing tree' goodbye when a local developer threatens to raze it for a convenience store. Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more!"

"(W/A) Various Archie has always been popular with the ladies, but when he wins the use of a sports car for a week, one passenger seat is simply not enough! Then, Archie has to write a story for English class, but he's stuck at 'Once upon a time!' Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more!"

"(W/A) Various Archie and his friends learn that sometimes 'old school' can be 'way cool' - literally! Then, with the latest superhero flick hitting the multiplex, Archie and Jughead imagine what their friends would be like if they had super powers. Plus, other new and classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more!"

"(W/A) Various Jughead not napping for two whole days? Reggie passing a mirror without looking at his reflection? These and other unbelievable stories are unveiled as the gang chats it up on the hot summer beach. Then, it's the first day of summer, and Archie is up to his elbows in yard work! Is there a light at the end of the hedge trimmer? Plus, classic tales, puzzles, pin-ups, and more!"

"(W) Mike Pellowski (A) Various The Archies comeback plan falls on deaf ears as their manager tries to give them some help with a little 'Band Aid.' Then, Archie is 'Snooze Alarmed' when he stays up late to work on a paper and finds out the real test is if he can stay awake in school!"