Archie Double Digest http://archie-blogs.archiecomics.com/archiedoubledigest/ It’s twice the laughs and twice the trip-ups as Archie and company deliver hilarious situation one after another in the pages of Archie’s Double Digest. In addition to the typical high-jinx of Archie, Jughead, Betty, Veronica, and Reggie, you’ll be treated to special appearances from favorite characters from the zany “Madhouse”: Captain Sprocket, alien chums, crazy scientists, and more! Plus hop aboard the Archie Time Machine to hang out with Archie 1, where you’ll see Archie and his friends in the caveman era, or go “back to the future” to Archie 3,000, featuring the gang a full millennium in the future!! So join Archie as he stumbles and fumbles his way through pages of his uproarious Double Digest! en Copyright 2008 Thu, 01 May 2008 14:21:15 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Archie Comics First Look: ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #188 Image
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“Catch Phrase”: Archie tries to be the “early bird” at the fishing hole, but as the fish are biting, it’s sleep Archie’s fighting!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski. ART: Randy Elliott.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: April 23rd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: April 30th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: May 13th, 2008
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ARCHIE'S DOUBLE DIGEST #190
"Gull-ible": An adorable, charming story presented in the much-loved "silent pantomime" style of Archie stories past. Lovebirds Archie and Betty meet some real "love birds" as they spend a day at the beach.
SCRIPT: Angelo DeCesare.
ART: Bob Bolling.
"Absence Minded": Feeling slighted by his friends, Archie can't help but see reminders of them along every mile of beach.
SCRIPT: Angelo DeCesare.
ART: Bob Bolling.
"The Cupid Caper": Cupid thinks his assignment to bring Archie and Betty closer together is a cake-walk. He hasn't counted on Veronica showing up!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Randy Elliott.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: July 2nd, 2008
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On Sale on Newsstands: July 22th, 2008
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“Happy Birthday… NOT!”: Tired of being pulled at like a stick of taffy, Archie decides to spend his birthday apart from Betty and Veronica… but for how long?
SCRIPT: Barbara Slate. ART: Pat Kennedy.
“Cold Shoulder”: Archie discovers he has seasonal allergies – namely winter snow shoveling and spring cleaning!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski. ART: Bob Bolling.
“Trouble in Store”: Mr. Andrews decides to take up a new sport: competitive grocery shopping!
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher. ART: Pat Kennedy.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: March 19th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: March 26th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: April 8th, 2008
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"Gadgets Galore": Archie learns that
"geek is chic" when he dons glasses and offers to help all the technologically-challenged damsels in distress he can!
SCRIPT: George Gladir. ART: Pat Kennedy.
"Mad Fad!": Waking up in a sleepy haze leaves Archie a mismatched mess – and an unlikely fad-starter, much to Veronica’s chagrin!
SCRIPT: George Gladir. ART: Bob Bolling.
"Them’s Fighting Words": When Archie finds himself in the middle of a feud between Jughead and Veronica, each person tries to convince Archie that the other is a bad influence on him. How will Archie decide between his best friend and his best girl?!
SCRIPT: Kathleen Webb. ART: Randy Elliott.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales! SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: May 28th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: June 4th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: June 17th, 2008
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"Catch Phrase": Archie tries to be the "early bird" at the fishing hole, but as the fish are biting, it’s sleep Archie’s fighting!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski. ART: Randy Elliott.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: April 23rd, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: April 30th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: May 13th, 2008
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ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #185 "Freeze Framed": Archie hopes the seasonal photos he submitted to the local newspaper’s "Winter Wonderland" competition don’t meet with a frosty reception! SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski. ART: Randy Elliott. PLUS: Other new and classic tales! BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups! Shipping Date: January 2nd, 2008 On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: January 9th, 2008 On Sale on Newsstands: January 22nd, 2008 Full color digest format $3.69 US.]]> http://archie-blogs.archiecomics.com/archiedoubledigest/2008/01/first_look_archie_double_digest_185.html http://archie-blogs.archiecomics.com/archiedoubledigest/2008/01/first_look_archie_double_digest_185.html First Look Wed, 02 Jan 2008 03:08:24 -0500 Mike Pellowski talks about Archie mike_pellowski.jpg archiereporter150.gif

Archie: When did you first discover Archie Comics?

 Mike Pellowski: I first started reading Archie Comics in the late 50's and early 60's.  Bob Bollings Little Archie was my favorite.  I began writing Archie stories around 1985. I first worked on the newspaper strip and penned some comics.  I began to do more Archie titles and Archie's commercial comics soon after. 

Archie: You were a professional football player, how did that lead to writing comics?

 Mike Pellowski: I always wanted to be two things--a pro athlete and most of all a writer.  After being captain of the Rutgers football team, I had pro trials with the New England Patriots (NFL) and the Montreal Alouettes (CFL).  I played for a semi-pro team connected with the Patriots.  After two years of pro and semi-pro football, I began writing and published my first comic boo story in 1974.  Back then I wrote mystery, sci-fi, war and adventure comics. 

Archie: You have been able to add sports themes to many of your stories. Was the emphasis on sports your idea or was it an editorial idea?

 Mike Pellowski: Many of my stories deal with sports, friendship and family values.  I base many of my stories on personal experiences from my past as a player/coach, fan and spectator. I also have children, 3 boys and 1 girl, all of whom played sports, including soccer, cross country, cheerleading, baseball, football, basketball, track and other sports. I was also a High School coach and local cable TV. sportscaster. I've also written many sports books for youngsters. 

Archie: What values do sports teach young people?

 Mike Pellowski: Sports teach youngsters self-discipline, teamwork, respect, patience and a sense of fair play, at least I hope they do. 

Archie: What type of reaction did you get from fans when your story “Fast Track to Success” was publicized in NASCAR Illustrated?

 Mike Pellowski: Actually, since I'm seldom on the internet, I'm not sure what the reaction to the story was. I hope it was positive. I thought it was a great vehicle for Betty, no pun intended. 

Archie: You have been a very prolific writer. What are the elements of a good story?

 Mike Pellowski: I've done over 500 Archie stories, 1,000 stories, articles and scripts and around 250 published books.  I follow a simple formula. Start with a solid plot.  A good story has a beginning, a middle and an end that makes sense and is the culmination of events leading up to the point. The rest is fleshing out with snappy dialogue, jokes, etc. 

Archie: You have written Archie stories for 5 pages to full length; which do you prefer?

 Mike Pellowski: I enjoy doing 5 pagers and full length stories depending on the plot. Some silly classic Archie style stories fit the 5-6 page format best. However, I guess I like full length stories most. It's better for story development. 

Archie: You storyboard your stories, how close is the finished comic to the story board?

 Mike Pellowski: Usually the finished art is very close to the storyboards depending on who the penciller is. Sometimes the perspective of the panels changes. I did spend some years doing cartoons and I have illustrated a few of my trade joke books. 

Archie: What make the Archie characters appealing to you?

 Mike Pellowski: Archie and the Gang are the greatest. The things I admire most in real people I find in the Archie characters...honesty, loyalty, true friendship, family values, respect for others and the environment.  Each character is well defined and funny and attractive in his or her own way. I wish I could live in Riverdale. If Coach Kleets or Coach Clayton ever retire, I'm applying for the job.

 

Archie: What exciting things do you have lined up for fans in 2008?

 

Mike Pellowski: I think the Archie characters are going to stay true and lovable while managing to change with the hectic times we live in.  I have a daughter who is very much like Betty--strong, confident, athletic, intelligent and determined.  Betty may become an astronaut.  Ron might too if she could find a designer astronaut outfit.  (P.S. Just keep Archie away from the launch button. No accidents, please!

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"Career Fear": Archie, Betty, Veronica, and Betty each spend a day with a family member to determine if they really want to follow in their footsteps. Needless to say, those are days their family will never forget!
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher. ART: Tim Kennedy.
"Pop Goes the Pizza": Pop Tate longs to impress his father, a famous chef. Can Dilton’s "Pizza Popper" invention help, or will it just "cheese" up matters?
SCRIPT: Angelo DeCeserare. ART: Tim Kennedy.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales, including the "animated" Sabrina!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: March 5th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: March 12th, 2008
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"Bird Brainer": Archie installs a birdbath near his bedroom window so he can hear their delightful singing – until a viewing of a vintage horror film casting his feathered friends as fiends leads to a nightmare most "fowl!"
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski. ART: Pat Kennedy.
"Company Picnic": Archie and Betty finally have a picnic all to themselves… or do they?
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski. ART: Henry Scarpelli.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
PLUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
Shipping Date: February 13th, 2008
On Sale at Comic Specialty Shops: February 20th, 2008
On Sale on Newsstands: March 4th, 2008
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