This week as part of Archie Comics First Look program, we have a look at ARCHIE DIGEST #239, BETTY & VERONICA #231 and SONIC X #26.

ARCHIE DIGEST #239

“That Old Buggy”: In this poignant tale, Archie’s grandpa Artie comes to town to see the classic Model T Mr. Lodge is restoring. This leads to an adventurous and funny trip down memory lane, with a surprise twist ending that could only happen in Riverdale! SCRIPT AND ART: Pat Kennedy.

Shipping Date: October 31st, 2007

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 7th, 2007

On Sale on Newsstands: November 20th, 2007

Full color digest format

$2.49 US

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BETTY & VERONICA #231

"The Shoppers": Veronica thinks she's gotten around the hectic shopping season by staying at home and shopping online, until she remembers a gift she forgot… on Christmas Eve, of course! SCRIPT: George Gladir. ART: Jeff Shultz.

"Are You Sure?": Here it is, the story that proves once and for all that Archie is the man of Betty and Veronica's dreams - literally! SCRIPT: Kathleen Webb. ART: Jeff Shultz.

"Santa Shortage": A Christmas party for needy kids without a Santa Claus? Better find a replacement… or two… or three… quick! SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski. ART: Jeff Shultz.

Shipping Date: October 31st, 2007

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 7th, 2007

On Sale on Newsstands: November 20th, 2007

32-page, full color comic

$2.25 US

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SONIC X #26

"The Legend of El Gran Gordo": The newest heroic sensation to hit the mat is the mighty luchador El Gran Gordo! Why isn't Sonic impressed? Because it's Dr. Eggman! What's his wacky scheme this time? Is this turn to the wrestling ring for real, or will Eggman have Sonic on the ropes soon enough?! And what creepy new threat watches from ringside? You'll have to see it to believe it! SCRIPT: Ian Flynn. ART: James Fry (pencils) & Terry Austin (inks). Pile-driving cover by Spaz!
Shipping Date: October 31st, 2007

On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: November 7th, 2007

On Sale on Newsstands: November 20th, 2007

32-page, full color comic

$2.25 US

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