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Archie Comics First Looks
All-Stars, Archie Digest, Betty & Veronica, & Veronica

Archie's Double Digest #205
Writers: Tim Kennedy (A) & George Gladir (B-C)
Art: Pat Kennedy (A), Jeff Shultz (B), & Bob Bolling (C)
Publisher: Archie Comics
Publication Date: January 13, 2010
Format: FC, 176 pages
Price: $3.99

Story:

IT'S ANOTHER BLAST FROM THE PAST, AS MADHOUSE'S RONALD THE RUBBER BOY MAKES A BIG AND BOUNCY COMEBACK!

"The Return of Ronald the Rubber Boy": Originally seen in the pages of ARCHIE'S MADHOUSE, Ronald had the bad habit of swallowing chewing gum. He swallowed so much gum that he began to take on its elastic properties, making him the goofy teenage equivalent of some famous super-stretchy guys! Now he's back and bouncier than ever, in a tale that's sure to stretch your funny bone!

"The Pro": Archie looks just like a famous snowboarder who's popular with the ladies... and he aims to meet those ladies by pretending to be that snowboarder!

" Down Memory Lane ": Archie reminisces about the love triangle throughout the years and how Betty & Veronica have always competed for him!

PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!



Archie & Friends #139
Writer: Alex Simmons
Art: Dan Parent
Publisher: Archie Comics
Publication Date: January 13, 2010
Format: FC, 32 pages
Price: $2.50

Story:

FEATURING THE WINNER OF THE SPECIAL KIDS' COMIC CON/TIME OUT NEW YORK COMPETITION!

"Summer Spring Show": When Betty and Veronica babysit a girl named Summer, they're in for a really big show... and they're the stars! Summer is a "showbiz kid" with a flair for the theatrical, and she literally shines the spotlight on Betty and Veronica as she engages them in interactive skits, songs and more! Summer was the winner of the special contest at this year's Kids' Comic Con. Time Out New York Magazine's Time Out Kids web page held a poll where kids were asked who their favorite comic book characters are, with the grand prize being the chance to be drawn into an Archie comic book! Summer chose Betty and Veronica... and now, just like her faves, Summer is a part of comic book history!

PLUS: "Moose & Me": When the gal pals get together for some girl talk, they compare each others' boyfriends, leading Midge to introduce her friends to "the REAL Moose!"


Sonic the Hedgehog #208
Writer: Ian Flynn
Art: Steven Butler
Cover: Patrick "Spaz!" Spaziante
Publisher: Archie Comics
Publication Date: January 13, 2010
Format: FC, 32 pages
Price: $2.50

Story:

"Iron Dominion Part One": The unthinkable happens as the Iron Queen finds a way around New Mobotropolis's defenses! It's a full-scale invasion by the forces of evil, and it's up to Sonic and Tails to save the day! But what hope do they have when yet another of their friends falls prey to the Iron Queen's powers?


Betty & Veronica Double Digest #177
Writer: Mike Pellowski
Art: Pat Kennedy (A), Tim Kennedy (B) & Jeff Shultz (C)
Publisher: Archie Comics
Publication Date: January 13, 2010
Format: FC, 176 pages
Price: $3.99

Story:

"NOT Second Best" Veronica is unfazed that Betty is better at winter sports - as long as there's a line of cute boys willing to help her at the ski lodge, she doesn't mind at all!

"Going Around in Circles": Mr. Weatherbee introduces the new teacher to all the various circles of friends that populate Riverdale High, not to mention its famous triangle of love!

"It's Shoe Time": If the shoe fits, wear it... but whatever you do, don't go shoe shopping with Betty & Veronica!

PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!





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