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ARCHIE
ARCHIE: VARSITY EDITION VOL. 1 (HC)
ARCHIE, one of the longest-running titles in comic book history, is rebooted here in this full-color collection that brings together top creators in comics to create a new and definitive take on the classic characters. This book captures the bite and hilarious edge of Archie’s original tales in a modern, forward-looking manner, while still retaining the character’s all-ages appeal. ARCHIE: VARSITY EDITION VOL. 1 is the premium, hardcover collection of issues #1 – 12 of the best-selling ARCHIE series by Mark Waid.
Script: Mark Waid
Art: Fiona Staples, Annie Wu, Veronica Fish, Thomas Pitilli, Ryan Jampole, Andre Szymanowicz, Jen Vaughn, Jack Morelli
Cover: Fiona Staples
978-1-68255-839-3
$34.99 US/$36.99 CAN
7 1/2 x 11”
HC
352 pp, Full Color
Direct Market On-Sale Date: 2/20
ARCHIE 1941 #5 (of 5)
Archie Andrews—MIA and presumed dead! His friends and family—devastated! Don’t miss out on the conclusion of this headline-making comic event!
Script: Mark Waid and Brian Augustyn
Art: Peter Krause, Kelly Fitzpatrick, Jack Morelli
ARCHIE 1941 #5 CVR A Reg: Peter Krause, Rosario “Tito” Peña
ARCHIE 1941 #5 CVR B Var: Jerry Ordway, Glenn Whitmore
ARCHIE 1941 #5 CVR C Var: Tula Lotay
On Sale Date: 2/6
32-page, full color comic
$3.99 U.S.
BETTY AND VERONICA #3 (of 5)
“Senior Year, Pt. 3: Winter”: Betty’s severely questioning her college options while Veronica’s father meddles with her college plans once more—she’s upset, but something happens that makes it even harder for her to tell him how she feels.
Script: Jamie L. Rotante
Art: Sandra Lanz, Kelly Fitzpatrick, Jack Morelli
BETTY AND VERONICA #3 CVR A Reg: Sandra Lanz
BETTY AND VERONICA #3 CVR B Var: Jen Bartel
BETTY AND VERONICA #3 CVR C Var: Rebekah Isaacs, Kelly Fitzpatrick
On Sale Date: 2/27
32-page, full color comic
$3.99 U.S.
JUGHEAD THE HUNGER #12
And Bingo was his name-o! Jughead’s enigmatic and demented werewolf cousin Bingo Wilkins returns! But where has he been? And what does his return mean for good ol’ Jug?
Script: Frank Tieri
Art: Joe Eisma, Matt Herms, Jack Morelli
JUGHEAD THE HUNGER #12 CVR A Reg: Adam Gorham
JUGHEAD THE HUNGER #12 CVR B Var: Dennis Calero
JUGHEAD THE HUNGER #12 CVR C Var: Bill Galvan, J.J. Harrison
On Sale Date: 2/20
32-page, full color comic
$3.99 U.S.
ARCHIE CLASSIC
ARCHIE AND ME JUMBO COMICS DIGEST #15
BRAND NEW LEAD STORY: “Hamburger App Hunt” Dilton’s developed a smartphone app as that tracks golden hamburgers that have been hidden all around Riverdale—and whoever finds the most wins a free month of food from the Chock’lit Shoppe! Jughead’s determined to be the winner!
Script: Francis Bonnet
Art: Bill Golliher, Bob Smith, Jack Morelli, Glenn Whitmore
Cover: Bill Galvan, Ben Galvan, Rosario “Tito” Peña
On Sale Date: 2/20
192-page, full color comic
$6.99 U.S.
ARCHIE JUMBO COMICS DIGEST #296
BRAND NEW LEAD STORY: “Love Those L.I.P.S.!” Archie tries to coach Moose on romance, and Midge is sure to be in for a surprise at her boyfriend’s new debonair ways!
Script: Bill Golliher
Art: Jeff Shultz, Bob Smith, Jack Morelli, Glenn Whitmore
Cover: Bill Golliher, Jim Amash, Rosario “Tito” Peña
On Sale Date: 2/6
192-page, full color comic
$6.99 U.S.
ARCHIE & FRIENDS: MUSIC JAM #1
Archie and his friends present a collection of quarterly classic-style stories sure to be music to your ears! Follow Archie from the record store to the recording studio to the music awards in this collection of stories of musical mishaps and mirthful melodies!
Script: Dan Parent,
Art: Dan Parent, Jim Amash, Bob Smith, Glenn Whitmore, Jack Morelli
A&F: MUSIC #1 CVR A Reg: Jeff Shultz, Rosario “Tito” Peña
On Sale Date: 2/13
24-page, full color comic
$2.99 U.S.
ARCHIE 1000 PAGE COMICS PARTY (TR)
We’re throwing a PARTY with over 100 of Archie’s most hilarious and entertaining stories!
Script: Various
Art: Various
Cover: Dan Parent
978-1-68255-837-9
$14.99 US/$16.99 CAN
4 7/8 x 6 9/16”
TR
1000 pp, Full Color
Direct Market On-Sale Date: 2/13
ARCHIE 3000 (TR)
Travel to the 31st Century with Archie and his friends! In the year 3000, Riverdale is home to hoverboards, intergalactic travel, alien life and everyone’s favorite space case, Archie! Follow the gang as they encounter detention robots, teleporters, wacky fashion trends and much more. Will the teens of the future get in as much trouble as the ones from our time?
Script: Various
Art: Various
Cover: Chris Lie, Bob Smith
978-1-68255-841-6
$10.99 US/$11.99 CAN
5 1/4 x 8”
TR
224 pp, Full Color
Direct Market On-Sale Date: 2/27
B&V FRIENDS JUMBO COMICS DIGEST #268
BRAND NEW LEAD STORY: “Reptile Rendezvous!” Betty and Veronica get introduced to the wild world of reptiles! But soon Veronica discovers that another kind of animal might be the perfect pet!
Script: Bill Golliher
Art: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski, Jack Morelli, Glenn Whitmore
Cover: Jeff Shultz, Rosario “Tito” Peña
On Sale Date: 2/27
192-page, full color comic
$6.99 U.S.
WORLD OF ARCHIE JUMBO COMICS DIGEST #86
BRAND NEW LEAD STORY: “Clean Start” Archie has to cancel a date with Veronica because he has chores that must be done. Veronica shows up at Archie’s house, angry, but finds that sharing the work with Archie can actually be pretty romantic!
Script: Angelo DeCesare
Art: Pat and Tim Kennedy, Jim Amash, Jack Morelli, Glenn Whitmore
Cover: Dan Parent
On Sale Date: 2/13
192-page, full color comic
$6.99 U.S.
MERCHANDISE
BETTY WOMEN’S T-SHIRT
Are you a Betty or a Veronica? Rep your favorite gal! Short sleeve classic fitted tee featuring a Betty line art face print. 100% cotton. Exclusive design by Rachel Antonoff. Available for women, sizes XS – XL.
Ship Date: 2/13
On Sale Date: 2/27
$25.00 U.S.
VERONICA WOMEN’S T-SHIRT
Are you a Betty or a Veronica? Rep your favorite gal! Short sleeve classic fitted tee featuring a Betty line art face print. 100% cotton. Exclusive design by Rachel Antonoff. Available for women, sizes XS – XL.
Ship Date: 2/13
On Sale Date: 2/27
$25.00 U.S.
B&V BEST FRIENDS PIN SET
A new take on the classic “best friends” heart, now featuring your favorite gal pals and rendered in sophisticated gold and white. Keep them both for yourself or give one to your bestie! Each heart half is approximately 1.25″ high and made of super shiny, jewelry-quality white hard enamel with gorgeous, glossy gold plating.
Ship Date: 2/13
On Sale Date: 2/27
$10.00 U.S.
B&V GIRL TALK COLLAR PIN SET
With a delicate chain “phone cord” connecting them, Betty and Veronica look adorable chatting away pinned to either side of your collar in gorgeous full color! Each GIRL TALK collar pin set includes one Betty and one Veronica pin, connected by a 4″ gunmetal chain. Each pin is approximately 1.25″ high and made of super shiny, jewelry-quality hard enamel in gorgeous full color with screenprinted details and glossy gunmetal plating.
Ship Date: 2/13
On Sale Date: 2/27
$10.00 U.S.
JUGHEAD BEANIE
Our knit beanie is inspired by Jughead Jones’ signature hat, which is dark gray and features a unique crown shape. Also comes with a small square patch on the side featuring the Betty and Veronica logo in pink. One size fits all.
Ship Date: 2/13
On Sale Date: 2/27
$15.00 U.S.
JUGHEAD PIN
Everyone’s favorite burger lover is finally here as an enamel pin! Pairs perfectly with our classic Betty or Veronica pins if you want to announce your #Riverdale fandom—or looks great by himself if you’re a comics purist! Each JUGHEAD JONES pin is approximately 1½” high and 1″ wide and made of super shiny, jewelry-quality hard enamel in gorgeous full color with glossy gunmetal plating.
Ship Date: 2/13
On Sale Date: 2/27
$10.00 U.S.
SABRINA PIN
Make some magic with this bewitching enamel pin featuring the legendary Sabrina the Teenage Witch! Each SABRINA pin is approximately 1½” wide and made of super shiny, jewelry-quality hard enamel in gorgeous full color with glossy gunmetal plating.
Ship Date: 2/13
On Sale Date: 2/27
$10.00 U.S.
SABRINA WOMEN’S T-SHIRT
There’s a new witch in town! Get ready for the spookiest season in our Sabrina the Teenage Witch tee, featuring Sabrina Spellman comic art! Printed on a super soft, 100% ringspun cotton tee. Tee is a full length (not cropped) standard women’s fitted tee. Runs small, so size up for a looser fit! Available for women, sizes SM – XXL.
Ship Date: 2/13
On Sale Date: 2/27
$25.00 U.S.
