November 2008 Archives

ARCHIE DIGEST #249
"Dream Scene": What's the perfect remedy to being stuck in class on a cold winter day? When you're Archie, it's daydreaming of beach balls and bikinis, of course!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Randy Elliott.
"Stop Watch": Mr. Weatherbee welcomes the inevitable first mishap of the semester - once Archie, Jughead and Reggie get in trouble, the school year can officially begin!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Tim Kennedy.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: November 12th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 19th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 2nd, 2008
88-page, full color digest
$2.49 US.

BETTY #177
"The Big Battle": Betty and her friends compare their energy conserving dates... and how their boyfriends did or didn't comply!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Stan Goldberg.
"Down Memory Lane": Thumbing through her diary takes Betty back to Christmas when she was 9 years old.
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Stan Goldberg.
"Secret Shopper": Tired of all the attention Veronica draws when they go shopping together, Betty decides to make a solo shopping trip... and has all the sales clerks competing to sell something to "Veronica's friend!"
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Stan Goldberg.
"The Dilemma": Can Betty find a way to get her boyfriends Archie and Adam to see eye-to-eye?
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Stan Goldberg.
Shipping Date: November 26th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: December 3rd, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 16th, 2008
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

JUGHEAD #192
"On Demand": For his mother's birthday, Jughead creates a coupon book filled with chores he'll do for her - but when it falls into the wrong hands (namely, Reggie's), Jughead finds himself toiling for everyone but his mother!
"Knees Freeze": Shorts in the winter? It could only be Jughead!
"The Hideaway": Jughead loves napping on sofas and sleeping on beds... wait until he discovers sofa beds!
SCRIPTS: Craig Boldman.
ART: Rex Lindsey.
Shipping Date: November 26th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: December 3rd, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 16th, 2008
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

THIS FEBRUARY, ARCHIE TAKES SONIC FANS FULL CIRCLE WITH THE NEW "SONIC UNIVERSE" SERIES!

For over 15 years Archie has been as important a part of Sonic's mythology as the various video games and animated series that bear his name. In fact, in many of the various spin-off comic series, from the mini-series to the 48-page specials to the ongoing monthly series, Archie both adapted famous characters and storylines from the video games and animated shows as well as added a unique spin to each. Furthermore, Archie Comics also added new characters and situations to the canon. For many Sonic fans, the Archie Sonic comics are considered the glue that holds the various interpretations of their hero together.

This February, Archie Comics' role as definitive guardian of the canon will be truer than ever, as everything comes together in a new series called SONIC UNIVERSE. This series will unify the various Sonic continuities as never before, tying up loose ends and making connections for a cohesive, unified continuity. Along the way, we'll deliver some of the popular supporting cast from the many Sonic video games, including many who have never appeared in the comics before!

To underscore Archie's importance to Sonic continuity, there is a major tie-in between the first issue of SONIC UNIVERSE and the latest installment of the SONIC ARCHIVES reprint series, also shipping in February. SONIC UNIVERSE #1 starts with a bang. In the story "Living Weapons," Shadow and Metal Sonic continue their series-spanning fight and wind up in a whole new dimension! As we continue to re-envision Sonic's future, fans can also look to the past by picking up SONIC ARCHIVES #10 to revisit classic Sonic stories, or read them for the very first time. It truly brings things full circle for fans!

Meanwhile, things are as chaotic as ever over in the regular monthly SONIC THE HEDGHOG series, as issue #197 finds Sonic with his hands full dealing with Scourge the Hedgehog, Sally being accused of treason, a lockdown of zones and a new threat that looms on the horizon. These events will have an impact upon the events that transpire in SONIC UNIVERSE, providing a unified and ongoing continuity as the storylines and cast of characters expand. If ever there was a time to jump on board and become a Sonic reader, that time is now! Be sure to order these February-shipping issues:

SONIC UNIVERSE #1
BECAUSE YOU DEMANDED IT: A THRILLING NEW SONIC SERIES THAT RAISES THE STAKES & EXPANDS THE COMIC BOOK WORLD OF SONIC!
"Living Weapons": This is the comic the fans have waited for - an ever-expanding, all-encompassing series revolving around Sonic's many friends and foes whose continuity aligns with the regular monthly Sonic comic. Along the way, we'll deliver some of the popular supporting cast from the many Sonic video games, including many who have never appeared in the comics before! The first issue of
"Sonic Universe" debuts with a story that's out of this world - literally - as Shadow and Metal Sonic continue their series-spanning fight and wind up in a whole new dimension! And things are bound to heat up when Blaze the Cat and a Chaos Emerald enter the mix! Don't miss the explosive beginning of this universe-spanning series!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.
ART: Tracy Yardley!
Dimension-defying cover by Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante
Shipping Date: February 18th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 25th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 10th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #10
The thrilling new series that lets fans relive classic Sonic stories continues! Volume 10 presents issues #37 through #40 of Sonic's ongoing comic book series in a special 5 x 7 & ½ inch edition. These stories continue the artistic change to a more
"dramatic" tone, better aligning the series to the hit Saturday morning animated series then on the air. The emphasis is on the chaos that ensues in the wake of a cataclysmic earthquake, with Robotnik trying to cope with the compromised security of Robotropolis and continue his reign of terror. An even greater threat looms with the rise of Mecha Sonic during the epic
"Mecha Madness" story arc, which leads to court martial proceedings for wrongfully accused Sonic! Each story is meticulously restored and printed on high-grade paper, so you can feel like you're zipping right alongside the cobalt champion as he saves Knothole Village! Stories include:
"The Day Robotropolis Fell" and
"Bunnie's Worst Nightmare" (issue #37),
"The Rise of Robotropolis...The Fall of Sonic" and
"Bedtime Tails" (issue #38),
"Rage Against the Machine" (issue #39), and
"Court Martial" (issue #40).
SCRIPTS: Angelo DeCesare, Rich Koslowski, Kent Taylor, Mike Gallagher, Ken Penders & Mike Kanterovich.
ART: Brian Thomas, Rich Koslowski, Manny Galán, Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante, Ken Penders & Dave Manak.
Colossal cover by Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante
Shipping Date: February 25th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: March 4th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 17th, 2009
112-page, full color paperback
ISBN #: 978-1-879794-39-9
$7.95 US.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #197
"Consequences": Sonic is traversing the Cosmic Highway to the Multiverse with Scourge the Hedgehog in custody, but he doesn't get far before he learns that all the zones are in lockdown. What threat has caused such drastic measures, and can Sonic defeat it? Meanwhile, a hearing is underway to determine whether Princess Sally is guilty of treason. All this, plus a development of cataclysmic proportions that could well mark the beginning of the end as the countdown to issue #200 continues!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.
ART: Tracy Yardley! and Matt Herms.
Cosmically cool cover by Tracy Yardley!
Shipping Date: February 4th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 11th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: February 24th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

ARCHIE #591
THE SCHOOL YEAR WINDS DOWN AND SO DOES THE "FRESHMAN YEAR SAGA" IN THIS THRILLING CONCLUSION!
"Freshman Year: Spring Term": As the first year of high school winds down, the teens anticipate the summer break... but not before having a "Spring Formal" to send off the school year. But a few uninvited guests have crashed the dance - an unwelcome band of bikers who have an axe to grind with the school, especially a freshman named Archie! Who are they and what is their problem? Plus, the spy in Riverdale is finally revealed. Will Mr. Weatherbee prevail? It's a thrilling way to end the school year, courtesy of fan-favorite writer Batton Lash of "Wolff & Byrd" and "Archie Meets the Punisher" fame, along with "Scrapyard Detectives" creator and popular Archie artist/writer Bill Galvan.
SCRIPT: Batton Lash.
ART: Bill Galvan.
Shipping Date: November 19th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 26th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 9th, 2008
32-recycled pages, full color comic
$2.25 US.

BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #166
"Back to Basics": Cheryl gets a surprise visit from her friends from Pembrooke Academy... and that's not all that's returning... by story's end, there just may be a "reversal of fortune" for the whole Blossom family, and perhaps a new beginning, too!
SCRIPT AND ART: Dan Parent.
"Girls' Night Out": With their boyfriends otherwise engaged, Betty, Veronica, Midge and Nancy plan a girls' night out... but plans are made to be broken! Will the gal pals get a chance to bond, or will the boys get back in the picture?
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Stan Goldberg.
ALSO: Little Betty in "A Real Sport": Little Betty becomes a gridiron gal and helps the boys defeat the South Side Serpents in a football face-off!
SCRIPT AND ART: Dexter Taylor.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: November 19th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 26th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 9th, 2008
176-page, full color digest
$3.69 US.

SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #98
"The Final Battle, Part 1": The countdown to the 100th issue continues... and so do the preparations for battle, as enemies are revealed and new allies arise! With the Magic Realm dying and Hemlock revealed as a traitor, Sabrina takes her rightful place as one of the Four Blades. They band with Batty Bartholomew and all the ex-Blades, and even Hilda, Zelda and Salem join the cause. Sabrina, Shinji, Llandra and Narayan also seek out the Four Elementals and convince them to join up through a series of tests. Vosblanc, meanwhile, prepares his own army and gets members of the Magic Council to side with him. Battle lines are drawn, and tensions rise in this thrill-packed issue!
SCRIPT: Tania del Rio.
ART: Lindsey Cibos (pencils) and Jim Amash (inks).
Shipping Date: November 19th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 26th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 9th, 2008
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

SONIC X #39
"Big Trouble in Little Station Square, Part Two": Look out below! Vectorzilla is on a rampage - or is he? When a super-sized Bokkun shows up to save the day, things go from bad to worse! It's up to Sonic and Espio to find the cure before G.U.N. steps in. It's all the action and laughs you've come to expect from SONIC X, and then some!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.
ART: Steven Butler (pencils) and Terry Austin (inks).
Utter chaos cover by Kaiju-crunchin' Patrick "Spaz" Spaziante!
Shipping Date: November 19th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 26th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 9th, 2008
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

ARCHIE COMICS SHIPPING FEBRUARY 2009

ARCHIE #594

"Running in the Fast Lane": Betty convinces Archie to do a marathon with her, but can Archie keep from
"running on empty"?!

SCRIPT: Hal Lifson.

ART: Stan Goldberg.

"An Egg-Cellent Assignment": The
"yolks" on Archie when Professor Flutesnoot has the students take care of eggs to learn about responsibility.

SCRIPT: Bill Golliher.

ART: Stan Goldberg.

"The Replacement": Don't get him wrong - Archie's not the paranoid type - he's just absolutely certain Veronica has replaced him!

SCRIPT: Craig Boldman.

ART: Stan Goldberg.

Shipping Date: February 18th, 2009

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 25th, 2009

On Sale on Newsstands: March 10th, 2009

32-page, full color comic

$2.25 US.

ARCHIE & FRIENDS #128
"The Cartoon Life of Chuck Clayton, Part 3: Waaay Back in the Day": A history teacher at Riverdale Middle School wants to do something new and exciting for her next lesson, so she decides to bring Chuck's comic book workshop in for her class. At first Chuck is overwhelmed, and not just by the kids. Can Chuck overcome his own academic weakness and make history come alive? It's fast-paced sketching, wacky role-playing, and a few trips through time in this third comical tale of
"The Cartoon Life of Chuck Clayton."
SCRIPT: Alex Simmons.
ART: Fernando Ruiz.
Shipping Date: February 4th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 11th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: February 24th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #196
"Big, Big Sleep": Feeling sleep-deprived, Archie turns to the one person who's a model of rest and relaxation - Jughead! Will Archie ever wake up now?
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Tim Kennedy.
"The Past Was a Blast": An 80th birthday party for Archie's grandfather makes the kids reconsider their attitude that older folks
"missed out" on all their modern-day fun.
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Tim Kennedy.
"On the Spot": Feeling self-conscious over the freckles on his ears, Archie takes to wearing earmuffs... all the time!
SCRIPT AND ART: Tim Kennedy.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: February 11th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 18th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 3rd, 2009
176-page, full color digest
$3.69 US.

BETTY & VERONICA #240
"The Face in the Mirror": A poignant tale that asks the question, does Veronica have a conscience after all?
SCRIPT: Craig Boldman.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
"She Just Can't Win": Veronica simply cannot... will not... believe her brand new designer dress was designed by... Betty!
SCRIPT: Kathleen Webb.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
"Economizing": When it comes to saving money, it's all a matter of perspective... and in Veronica's case, the amount of
"zeros" in the final figure!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
"It Takes a Thief": Mr. Lodge gives Veronica an ultimatum: improve her grades or kiss her social life and credit cards goodbye! Will Betty agree to tutor her even after Veronica's stolen yet another date with Archie from her?
SCRIPT: Kathleen Webb.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
Shipping Date: February 4th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 11th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: February 24th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #192
ANOTHER STORY FEATURING RIVERDALE'S LATEST SUPERSTAR, KUMI!
"Culture Shock": Archie, Betty and Jughead get a crash course in Japanese culture at Kumi's house... and we do mean
"crash!"
SCRIPT: Misako Rocks.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
"Fizzed": Veronica and her friends are
"bubbling" over with excitement when Mr. Lodge has them taste-test his new
"Fizzy Fresh" soda!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Pat Kennedy.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: February 25th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: March 4th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 17th, 2009
88-page, full color digest
$2.69 US.

BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #168
"Cool Rule": A mall owner with dwindling sales hopes the Archies will be pied pipers... but instead of mice, he's hoping the rockers lure teens with cash to spend!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
"Calendar Gal": Little Veronica's vanity remains constant from day-to-day... especially when she ends up the subject of her very own photo calendar!
SCRIPT AND ART: Dexter Taylor.
"A Battle Royal": To get Jughead's mind off of food and onto her, Ethel takes a job as a chili dog vendor's mascot - complete with hot dog costume!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: February 4th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 11th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: February 24th, 2009
176-page, full color digest
$3.69 US.

JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #148
"A Tip of the Hat": Jughead begins to think his trademark crown cap may be too recognizable and decides he'd like a change of pace in his headwear. Will Jughead's look be changed forever, or is this merely a detour for Riverdale's
"crown" prince of mirth?
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Tim Kennedy.
"The Fame Game": Despite advice from the famous snowboarder known as
"the Zooming Carrot," Archie continues to be
"the Klutzy Carrot!"
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Tim Kennedy.
"Problems and Solutions": Jughead offers solutions to some of the problems faced today... but the biggest problem may be getting people to take him seriously!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: February 25th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: March 4th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 17th, 2009
176-page, full color digest
$3.99 US.

PALS-N-GALS DOUBLE DIGEST #129
"The High Cost of GAS": Archie's feeling the gas crisis where it hurts - now taking the girls out on dates is even MORE expensive! Dilton's solutions aren't cost-effective and Chuck's cartoon gag didn't lift Archie's spirits, so he turns to Jughead to help... and the fun begins!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Fernando Ruiz.
"Who's Watching Who?":
"Big Bee is watching" when Mr. Weatherbee installs monitors throughout the school... but how long before the watcher is watched himself?
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher.
ART: Bill Galvan.
"The Big 70": A local reporter covering the Chocklit Shoppe's 70th anniversary gets an earful from Pop Tate about the town teens' mouthfuls of goodies downed through the years!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Pat Kennedy.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: February 18th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 25th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 10th, 2009
176-page, full color digest
$3.69 US.

SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #100
SPECTACULAR 100th ISSUE!
"The Final Battle, Part 3 of 3": This is the issue you just can't miss: the exciting conclusion to the Sabrina manga series! The carefully hidden signs and secrets of the past 42 issues are finally explained and revealed in this dramatic issue. Don't miss the suspense as sides are picked in the ultimate battle against Vosblanc when old friends and enemies return to join the fight! In the thick of it all, Sabrina exhibits her most astounding feat of magic yet, finally uncovering the secret of her amazing power. Still, the battle won't be easy--someone on Sabrina's side won't survive... but who will it be? Will Vosblanc be defeated? Will Sabrina end up with Harvey or Shinji? Only time will tell. But one thing is for certain: the Magic Realm will never be the same again!
SCRIPT: Tania Del Rio.
ART: Tania Del Rio and Jim Amash.
Shipping Date: February 11th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 18th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 3rd, 2009
32-page, full color comic,
$2.25 US.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ARCHIVES #10
The thrilling new series that lets fans relive classic Sonic stories continues! Volume 10 presents issues #37 through #40 of Sonic's ongoing comic book series in a special 5 x 7 & �½ inch edition. These stories continue the artistic change to a more
"dramatic" tone, better aligning the series to the hit Saturday morning animated series then on the air. The emphasis is on the chaos that ensues in the wake of a cataclysmic earthquake, with Robotnik trying to cope with the compromised security of Robotropolis and continue his reign of terror. An even greater threat looms with the rise of Mecha Sonic during the epic
"Mecha Madness" story arc, which leads to court martial proceedings for wrongfully accused Sonic! Each story is meticulously restored and printed on high-grade paper, so you can feel like you're zipping right alongside the cobalt champion as he saves Knothole Village! Stories include:
"The Day Robotropolis Fell" and
"Bunnie's Worst Nightmare" (issue #37),
"The Rise of Robotropolis...The Fall of Sonic" and
"Bedtime Tails" (issue #38),
"Rage Against the Machine" (issue #39), and
"Court Martial" (issue #40).
SCRIPTS: Angelo DeCesare, Rich Koslowski, Kent Taylor, Mike Gallagher, Ken Penders & Mike Kanterovich.
ART: Brian Thomas, Rich Koslowski, Manny Gal�¡n, Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante, Ken Penders & Dave Manak.
Colossal cover by Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante
Shipping Date: February 25th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: March 4th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 17th, 2009
112-page, full color paperback
$7.95 US.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #197
"Consequences": Sonic is traversing the Cosmic Highway to the Multiverse with Scourge the Hedgehog in custody, but he doesn't get far before he learns that all the zones are in lockdown. What threat has caused such drastic measures, and can Sonic defeat it? Meanwhile, a hearing is underway to determine whether Princess Sally is guilty of treason. All this, plus a development of cataclysmic proportions that could well mark the beginning of the end as the countdown to issue #200 continues!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.
ART: Tracy Yardley! and Matt Herms.
Cosmically cool cover by Tracy Yardley!
Shipping Date: February 4th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 11th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: February 24th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

SONIC UNIVERSE #1
BECAUSE YOU DEMANDED IT: A THRILLING NEW SONIC SERIES THAT RAISES THE STAKES & EXPANDS THE COMIC BOOK WORLD OF SONIC!
"Living Weapons": This is the comic the fans have waited for - an ever-expanding, all-encompassing series revolving around Sonic's many friends and foes whose continuity aligns with the regular monthly Sonic comic. Along the way, we'll deliver some of the popular supporting cast from the many Sonic video games, including many who have never appeared in the comics before! The first issue of
"Sonic Universe" debuts with a story that's out of this world - literally - as Shadow and Metal Sonic continue their series-spanning fight and wind up in a whole new dimension! And things are bound to heat up when Blaze the Cat and a Chaos Emerald enter the mix! Don't miss the explosive beginning of this universe-spanning series!
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn.
ART: Tracy Yardley!
Dimension-defying cover by Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante
Shipping Date: February 18th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 25th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 10th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
ISBN #: 978-1-879794-39-9
$2.50 US.

TALES FROM RIVERDALE DIGEST #32
"The Missing Manhole Covers": There's a mystery afoot, and it's up to Riverdale's premiere teenage rock band, the Archies, to solve it! Can they solve the mystery of who is stealing the town's manhole covers... and the even bigger mystery of
"why?!"
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Fernando Ruiz.
"Lunchroom Lament": Complaining is on the menu when Miss Beazly tells a new caf�© co-worker of the trials and tribulations of slinging hash for teens! Wait until she gets a load of what's for dessert!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Bob Bolling.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: February 18th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 25th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 10th, 2009
88-page, full color digest
$2.49 US.

VERONICA #193
"Stuck in the '80s": Break out the spandex and hair spray - the Archies are about to go all-out '80s for a special Riverdale High concert and Battle of the Bands contest celebrating the decade! Hopefully Jughead won't get replaced by a drum machine!
SCRIPT AND ART: Dan Parent.
"Geek Chic": When Veronica's computer dies, she calls the
"Geek Patrol" computer experts to help... which brings on Veronica's cousin Marcy, a double date and the mortification of being seen in the
"geek-mobile!" Can Veronica's ego ever live it down?
SCRIPT AND ART: Dan Parent.
"Carpool Cool": Veronica's going green... because her friend Ethan is the hunkiest environmentalist she's ever seen!
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher.
ART: Dan Parent
Shipping Date: February 25th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: March 4th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 17th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US

BACKLIST

RELIVE THE RADICAL ADVENTURES OF THE RED ECHIDNA!

We're happy to make these issues available once more!

KNUCKLES THE ECHIDNA #1
"The Dark Legion - Army of Darkness": When a technological army known only as the Dark Legion invades The Floating Island, it's up to Knuckles and The Chaotix to find out what they're up to. Just what is the Dark Legion? And what does it have to do with Knuckles' past, present, and future? More revelations will be made on the mysterious history of the Echidnas, including Knuckles' lineage as "Guardian of the Floating Island"!
SCRIPT: Ken Penders & Kent Taylor
ART: Manny Gal�¡n & Andrew Pepoy
Cover by Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante & Ken Penders
Shipping Date: February 4th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 11th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: February 24th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$1.50

KNUCKLES THE ECHIDNA #2
"The Dark Legion - Sins of the Fathers": It's not that easy being the "Guardian of The Floating Island". Just ask Knuckles. Of course, he's a little detained at the moment. He's fighting off this nasty group of Enerjak's disciples calling themselves "The Dark Legion"! What do they want? Not much... just the Chaos Emerald and The Floating Island! And if they can't have it, NO ONE CAN!!! Including never before scenes of the Echidnas' history. The second in the triple-combo cover collection.
SCRIPT: Ken Penders & Kent Taylor
ART: Manny Gal�¡n & Andrew Pepoy
Cover by Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante & Ken Peders
Shipping Date: February 4th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 11th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: February 24th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$1.50

KNUCKLES THE ECHIDNA #4
"Lost Paradise - The Phantom City": In a three-part epic, "Lost Paradise" reunites Knuckles with the one person he never ever expected to see. But an even bigger problem occurs when the fabled city of Echidnaopolis reappears, posing a threat to the Floating Island's ecosystem. Don't miss the echidna excitement with regulars Ken Penders, Manny Gal�¡n, and Andrew Pepoy. In the tradition of the first three issues, every three-part story-arc will sport triple-combo covers by fan-fave Pat 'Spaz'iante along with inks by Ken Penders and colors by those maniacs at Heroic Age!
SCRIPT: Ken Penders
ART: Manny Gal�¡n & Andrew Pepoy
Cover by Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante & Ken Penders
Shipping Date: February 4th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 11th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: February 24th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$1.50

KNUCKLES THE ECHIDNA #5
"Lost Paradise - Fallout": The latest chapter in the life of our favorite echidna continues, as Knuckles encounters new enemies and the oldest echidna he's ever met, aother Guardian! You'll meet General Stryker, a cruel and despotic tyrant who rules with an iron fist (Hmmm, that almost sounds like someone we know!) Also, learn the mystery of what happened to Echidnaopolis!
SCRIPT: Ken Penders
ART: Manny Gal�¡n & Andrew Pepoy
Cover by Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante & Ken Penders
Shipping Date: February 4th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 11th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: February 24th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$1.50

KNUCKLES THE ECHIDNA #6
"Lost Paradise - Zero Hour And Counting": With all that's been happening lately, The Floating Island has never been busier. Everything comes to a head as Knuckles risks it all to save his mom from the Dingoes. What will happen to Echidnaopolis? Is it back for good... or will it be destroyed? What lengths will General Stryker go to win? These questions and more will be answered in the conclusion of "The Lost Paradise" in Knuckles #6!
SCRIPT: Ken Penders
ART: Manny Gal�¡n & Andrew Pepoy
Cover by Patrick
"Spaz!" Spaziante & Ken Penders
Shipping Date: February 4th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 11th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: February 24th, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$1.50

One of the most important and successful garage bands of all time, the Archies return for the Christmas season with "The Archies Christmas Album featuring Betty & Veronica"! The Riverdale High quintet scored several top 40 hits, with "Sugar, Sugar" becoming the No. 1 song of the year. The Archies have been named one of the top ten Coolest Cartoon Rockers by AOL Music. Just in time for the Holiday season, band members Archie Andrews, Reggie Mantle, Betty Cooper, Veronica Lodge & Jughead Jones are pleased to release their new album. The Archies Christmas Party combines the best of their trademark sound with the radio sensibilities of today.

Featuring...
Archie Andrews - Lead Guitar, Vocals
Reggie Mantle - Bass Guitar
Jughead Jones - Drums
Betty Cooper - Vocals, Tambourine, Percussion, Guitar
Veronica Lodge - Vocals, Organ, Keyboard
Hot Dog - mascot

With,
Danielle van Zyl - Vocals
Kelly-Lynn - Vocals
Ron Dante - Vocals
Ted Perlman - Programmer, Keys, Guitar
Scott Erickson - Programmer, Keys
Tim Pierce - Guitar
Bo Donaldson - Keyboards
George Eisaman - Guitar
Rick Thibodeau - Bass
Billy Haarbauer - Drums

New and classic Christmas songs include...
1. Here Comes Santa Claus
2. Up on the Housetop
3. Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
4. Holly Jolly Christmas
5. Jingle Bell Rock
6. I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus
7. Run Rudolph Run
8. Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
9. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
10. Sleigh Ride
11. Archies Christmas Party
12. Christmas in Riverdale

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THE ARCHIES CHRISTMAS ALBUM FEATURING BETTY & VERONICA
One of the most important and successful garage bands of all time, the Archies return for the Christmas season with "The Archies Christmas Album featuring Betty & Veronica"!
CD
$11.99

ARCHIE'S CLASSIC CHRISTMAS STORIES VOLUME ONE
It's been on fans' wish lists for years, and now it's finally here: the ultimate Christmas gift! Since their inception, Archie and his friends have delighted readers with scores of yuletide tales. These stories proved so popular that in 1954, an entire series devoted to stories of holiday cheer and good will to men premiered: Archie's Christmas Stocking! Now you can relive the magic, warmth, and hilarity as Archie and his friends show their holiday spirit in this special collection of classic tales from the first decade of Archie's Christmas Stocking. It's a grab-bag of goodies just for you! Featuring a festive foreword by Santa Claus himself!
96-page, full color square bound paperback
ISBN #:978-1-879794-10-8
$10.95 US.

THE ARCHIES: GREATEST HITS VOLUME ONE
Everyone's heard the hit song "Sugar Sugar" and children of the 1970s remember The Archies band from Saturday morning cartoons, but did you know the band actually started in comic books? Inspired by the runaway success of guitar-and-vocal groups like the Beatles, Byrds and Beach Boys, The Archies made their debut in a 1967 issue of "Life with Archie." But that was only the beginning. Looking for a group to follow-up his mega-successful singing group and TV comedy sensations The Monkees, music producer Don Kirschner found the answer when he spotted The Archies in his child's comic book. It wasn't long before a group of studio musicians became The Archies "for real," and began recording music that would become bubblegum pop standards. Simultaneously, the first series of Saturday morning Archie cartoons was developed and it was decided to have The Archies band in the animation as well. THE ARCHIE SHOW premiered on the CBS network on September 14, 1968. An ARCHIES album followed shortly thereafter and the hit single, "Sugar Sugar," became the top-selling single of 1969. The rest, as they say, is musical history! Now fans can relive that history with some of The Archies' most tuneful tales. Features painstaking restoration from original publishing elements, and a special foreword by Ron Dante, the famed singing voice of Archie and a successful singer-songwriter, musician and producer of such multi-platinum acts as Barry Manilow, Cher and Pat Benatar.
96-page, full color square bound paperback
ISBN #: 978-1-879794-37-5
$9.95 US.

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ARCHIE DIGEST #249
"Dream Scene": What's the perfect remedy to being stuck in class on a cold winter day? When you're Archie, it's daydreaming of beach balls and bikinis, of course!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Randy Elliott.
"Stop Watch": Mr. Weatherbee welcomes the inevitable first mishap of the semester - once Archie, Jughead and Reggie get in trouble, the school year can officially begin!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Tim Kennedy.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: November 12th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 19th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 2nd, 2008
88-page, full color digest
$2.49 US.

BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #86
SPECIAL HOLIDAY ISSUE!
"Jingles All the Way": The Sugar Plum fairy is convinced that Betty and Veronica are being manipulated by Archie; while Jingles the Elf thinks Archie would be better off without the girls. They each decide to take matters into their diminutive hands - by adopting human forms to distract the teens! Will their diversions dismantle the love triangle for good, or will there be a merry... and romantic... Christmas for everyone after all?
SCRIPT AND ART: Dan Parent.
Shipping Date: November 12th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 19th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 2nd, 2008
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.

SONIC SELECT VOLUME #2
THE NEW SERIES OF SONIC COLLECTIONS FEATURING CLASSIC TALES FROM SONIC SUPER SPECIALS CONTINUES!
Following in the smashing success of the Sonic Archives series, Archie continues the proud tradition of reprints with Sonic Select! These fully restored and re-mastered 6x9 inch graphic novels feature the best stories taken from the original Sonic Super Specials! Volume 2 presents stories from such classic specials as "Knuckles' Chaotix", "Super Sonic vs. Hyper Knuckles", "Mecha Madness", and "Sonic Live!" Now these hard-to-find stories are conveniently collected in this handsome volume, allowing fans from today and yesterday to add to their stash of Sonic comics, or start a whole new collection! Join the fun and become a part of Archie-Sonic history!
SCRIPTS: Mike Gallagher, Ken Penders, Kent Taylor and Mike Kanterovich.
ART: Art Mawhinney, Patrick Spaziante, Ken Penders, Harvey Mercadoocasio and Rich Koslowski. Super-terrific cover by Patrick "Spaz" Spaziante!
ISBN #: 978-1-879794-36-5
Shipping Date: November 12th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 19th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: December 2nd, 2008
128-page, full color graphic novel
$11.95 US.

For over 45 years, Sabrina the Teenage Witch has been a pop culture phenomenon. From her debut in ARCHIE'S MADHOUSE comics to her successful animated and live-action TV series, Sabrina's popularity has been enduring.

In 2004, having already been the subject of a modern update in the form of Melissa Joan Hart's live-action series, as well as a younger version of the character that appeared in an animated spin-off of the sitcom, Sabrina found herself about to receive yet another makeover. A very special makeover. A MANGA makeover!

It all began when aspiring writer/cartoonist Tania del Rio entered and won a contest that led to her artwork being published in a prestigious collection of new manga talent. Tania's newfound celebrity caught the eye of one of the longest-running comic book publishers in the business... a publisher whose flagship character just happens to have a tic-tac-toe pattern on the side of his red-haired head!

Tania's styling really struck a chord with fans. Month after month, Sabrina readers eagerly awaited the sophisticated mix of magical intrigue, romantic entanglements, and trademark Archie Comics humor that del Rio delivered. Following the style of "shojo" (romance) comics from Japan, Tania not only redesigned the characters to reflect the unique look of manga, but also tapped into the more emotional aspects of shojo storytelling. A key aspect of many shojo manga are tales of romance both told and untold. Tania's new Sabrina stories carried on this tradition, offering romantic intrigue that readers really responded to.

Additionally, del Rio imbued her tales with the complex weight that many manga stories contain. She ultimately combined the romantic, soap opera elements of "shojo" with the more adventurous aspects of "sentai," providing a heft to the series not unlike that enjoyed by fans of Archie's various Sonic the Hedgehog comics. The intrigue was varied in its scope, covering the intimate relationships between characters as well as the fragile dynamics of groups with opposing goals.

Now, over 40 issues later, fans can finally see where it's all been leading in SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #100. In the grand tradition of manga, the story of Sabrina's relationships with Harvey and Shinji, her apprenticeship and adventures in the Magic Realm, and her involvement with the Four Blades movement all come together in one final explosive story you just can't miss! The carefully hidden signs and secrets of the past 42 issues are finally explained and revealed in this dramatic issue. Sides are picked in the ultimate battle against Vosblanc when old friends and enemies return to join the fight! In the thick of it all, Sabrina exhibits her most astounding feat of magic yet, finally uncovering the secret of her amazing power. Still, the battle won't be easy--someone on Sabrina's side won't survive... but who will it be? Will Vosblanc be defeated? Will Sabrina end up with Harvey or Shinji? Only time will tell. But one thing is for certain: the Magic Realm will never be the same again!

SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #100
SPECTACULAR 100th ISSUE!
"The Final Battle, Part 3 of 3": This is the issue you just can't miss: the exciting conclusion to the Sabrina manga series! The carefully hidden signs and secrets of the past 42 issues are finally explained and revealed in this dramatic issue. Don't miss the suspense as sides are picked in the ultimate battle against Vosblanc when old friends and enemies return to join the fight! In the thick of it all, Sabrina exhibits her most astounding feat of magic yet, finally uncovering the secret of her amazing power. Still, the battle won't be easy--someone on Sabrina's side won't survive... but who will it be? Will Vosblanc be defeated? Will Sabrina end up with Harvey or Shinji? Only time will tell. But one thing is for certain: the Magic Realm will never be the same again!
SCRIPT: Tania Del Rio
ART: Tania Del Rio and Jim Amash
Shipping Date: February 11th, 2009
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 18th, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: March 3rd, 2009
32-page, full color comic
$2.25 US.