Archie Comics First Looks: ARCHIE ALL-STARS VOLUME 3: THE CARTOON LIFE OF CHUCK CLAYTON, ARCHIE’S DOUBLE DIGEST #206, BETTY & VERONICA #246 and SONIC UNIVERSE #13







ARCHIE ALL-STARS VOLUME 3: THE CARTOON LIFE OF CHUCK CLAYTON
RIVERDALE’S RESIDENT CARTOONIST TAKES CENTER STAGE IN THIS SPECIAL STORY!
Originally appearing in the pages of ARCHIE & FRIENDS #126 through #129, “The Cartoon Life of Chuck Clayton” focuses on Chuck’s efforts to share his artistic talents with neighborhood kids, and the special relationships he develops as he teaches cartooning.  It all starts when Chuck is asked to teach an after-school program in cartooning to elementary school kids… and it isn’t long before he learns the kids can be more hyperactive than his doodles!  But Chuck is determined to connect with the kids and help them create the next comic book classics.  Along the way, he gets some help teaching from an unlikely source, and reaches out to a troubled child known for spreading graffiti.  Can Chuck’s world of collecting, drawing, and teaching kids how to make their own comics take on new meaning?  The answer’s just a splash panel away!  This poignant tale comes courtesy of someone who knows their way around both creating and teaching comics, namely acclaimed writer, children’s art advocate, and organizer of the world’s only “Kids’ Comic” convention, Alex Simmons.
SCRIPT: Alex Simmons
ART: Fernando Ruiz
Shipping Date: February 10th, 2010
On Sale at Comic Shops: February 17th, 2010
Newsstands: March 2nd, 2010
96-page, full color tradpaperback
$11.95 US









ARCHIE’S DOUBLE DIGEST #206
“The Archies Return to Beverly Hills”: After their first thrilling adventure in Beverly Hills (from December 2008’s ARCHIE’S DIGEST #250), The Archies have returned for more fun in the “Golden State!”  This time, they’re playing a gig at the fabled Beverly Hills Hotel’s Crystal Ballroom, where many a movie star, president and other dignitaries have been entertained throughout the years!  Of course, they plan to make time for some of the city’s other famous landmarks, too, including the Fountain Coffee room – home of grilled cheese and tomato sandwiches and the famous “Orange Freeze” drink, and the many shops on Rodeo Drive, including Guzzi and Dolsay & Cabana!
SCRIPT: Hal Lifson
ART: Rex Lindsey
“Do the Right Thing”: Archie faces his biggest dilemma: do what’s right (keep his date with Betty) or rock ‘n’ roll all night (at a concert with Veronica)!
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher
ART: Tim Kennedy
“Loving the Library”: Girls can read boys like open books – especially when those boys (like Archie) volunteer at the library just to meet girls!
SCRIPT: John Rose
ART: Tim Kennedy
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: February 10th, 2010
On Sale at Comic Shops: February 17th, 2010
Newsstands: March 2nd, 2010
176-page, full color digest
$3.99 US










BETTY & VERONICA #246
“The Great Debate”: Riverdale High’s biggest fashion plate squares off against its most practical dresser in a debate on formal school attire versus casual wear… and you’ll never guess which sides Betty and Veronica take!
SCRIPT: Hal Lifson
ART: Jeff Shultz
“Timely Tales”: Veronica grows very impatient with the service at a local restaurant, leading to the question, “should the customers be called ‘waiters’ instead of the servers?”
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski
ART: Jeff Shultz
“Same Game”: Veronica gets more than her “share” when she has to share a dorm with Betty and two other girls at a teen fellowship retreat designed to promote cooperation and team-work!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski
ART: Jeff Shultz
“Technologically Challenged”: A zapped battery in Veronica’s cell phone cuts off the lines of communication with Betty at a crucial moment: just when a new girl threatens to move in on their Archie!
SCRIPT: Kathleen Webb
ART: Jeff Shultz
Shipping Date: February 10th, 2010
On Sale at Comic Shops: February 17th, 2010
Newsstands: March 2nd, 2010
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US







SONIC UNIVERSE #13
“Journey into the East Part One: Endless Reach of Fate”: After a fierce battle with the Spider Ninjas, Sonic rescues Sally, Tails and Monkey Khan from the Gossamer Clan Cave in which they’ve been imprisoned.  Things get introspective as Sally blames herself for the recent turn of events, but when they all meet the Bride of the Endless Reach, our heroes realize they are in the middle of a much bigger picture than they thought!  Ties into this month’s SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #210
SCRIPT: Ian Flynn
ART: Tracy Yardley. 
Shipping Date: February 10th, 2010
On Sale at Comic Shops: February 17th, 2010
Newsstands: March 2nd, 2010
32-page, full color comic
$2.50 US

BETTY & VERONICA #246
“The Great Debate”: Riverdale High’s biggest fashion plate squares off against its most practical dresser in a debate on formal school attire versus casual wear… and you’ll never guess which sides Betty and Veronica take!
SCRIPT: Hal Lifson
ART: Jeff Shultz

you know, i can't believe that i'm sided with veronica. but she's right. just because girls multitasks and do more activities, doesn't mean they have to dress like slobs. but i'm also sided with betty a little here; people should dress whatever they want.

i'm fine with dressing up casual in certain situation, but sloppy jeans and sweatshirt everyday like they just got up from bed to school is sending a bad message; it's okay to look like hell, as long you're good in the inside    i'm not a high maintenance woman nor dressy like veronica, but sometimes girls really need some effort to look their best, no matter how busy they are and what size they are. you wanna look good, people will take you seriously and some respect. i'm not saying they need to dress up like a snob everyday. i'm saying that they need to put some efforts; wear clean jeans, mix and match the clothes, wear sport wear while doing sports, but still looking good. casual can look nice. trust me on this, they will feel good about themselves too because they're making some efforts and it pays in the end.

granted, i haven't read the whole story, so i dunno how it ends -- maybe they'll come up with a middle solution? i hope so.

I agree though, veronica in the conservative side? doubtful.

i think they can be casual and look good at the same time.

yep, i also prefer casual. i am not really a high fashion taker. but i think what veronica is trying to point out is, girls shouldn't be slobs. i look at the pics beside her, and the girls' clothes seems sloppy.

i actually wanna know the end of this story, i hope they reach a common ground.

i like casual fashion like this (for teenagers): Casual Chic or like Casual Smart

As much as I dislike the idea of a dress code at my workplace (at my workplace it's black and white...NO COLOUR), I would have appreciated one at my high school, just because as someone who came from a family that struggled financially, it would have made me feel somewhat better knowing I didn't have to "compete" with the rich kids.  We'd all look the same.

i live in SEAsia, where all schools wearing uniforms. i love it, because we don't see any differences between rich/poor. everyone is equal here. i'm 30, and everytime i drive past a high school where the kids are hanging out wearing their uniforms, i just missed it (wearing high school uniform). i have friends that are coming from different backgrounds, but we never actually paying attention where they come from. public school and private school are the same here; everyone is wearing uniforms.

but like i said before (way back in another thread), most americans hate the idea of uniforms because they're afraid of losing their identity. i had an american friend who went to my high school years ago, and she hated wearing the uniforms. she said that she felt like a sheep. i disagree with her -- but i guess it's just a culture thing.

Plus, I dunno 'sloppy' could be confused for 'poor'

only in the eyes of judgmental people, i guess. because i think students can look clean and sharp no matter what.

only in the eyes of judgmental people, i guess. because i think students can look clean and sharp no matter what

I don't know about that, I live in a below poverty commune, and the kids are all over the place dress wise. Plus if the parents don't care the kids won't care.  I'm just saying if you don't have the money and your an active kid its going to be hard to look sharp.  Plus, kids can be pretty cruel to others who dress differently then the norm anyways.
Why uniforms are best.

Plus if the parents don't care the kids won't care.  I'm just saying if you don't have the money and your an active kid its going to be hard to look sharp.  Plus, kids can be pretty cruel to others who dress differently then the norm anyways.
Why uniforms are best.

good points. sometimes i forgot parents role in this.