FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MAMARONECK, NY – April 30, 2007
THE DOG DAYS OF AUGUST JUST GOT HOTTER WITH THE THRILLING CONCLUSIONS TO TWO MAJOR “EVENT” STORIES IN ARCHIE DIGESTS!
In most parts of the country, August is the hottest month of the year… and it may also be the hottest month of 2007 for Archie digests! That’s because two of the most talked-about Archie Comics stories of the year reach their thrilling conclusions that month. You know you’ve been following along, so don’t miss out on these page-turning tales!
As dedicated fans know, there’s been quite a stir over the happenings in BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST as of late. Not only due to months and months of debate over and media coverage surrounding Betty and Veronica’s new looks, but also because of the intriguing story that has brought a new “edge” into Riverdale. This tantalizing tale culminates in BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #154 in a climactic conclusion that draws the “Bad Boy Trouble” saga to a close. The world will finally learn whether rough-and-tumble Nick St. Clair is a true “wild hog” on a souped-up cycle, or merely a misunderstood Romeo worthy of Veronica’s affections. You won’t want to miss the heart-thumping answer, so be sure to reserve your copy of this much-anticipated issue, drawn in an all-new realistic style that has everyone talking!
As if that wasn’t enough to turn Riverdale upside down, another intriguing tale is in full swing in the pages of TALES FROM RIVERDALE DIGEST #23. In “Civil Chores Part Two,” the town is still feeling the affects of Archie’s decision to go on strike claiming his allowance isn’t equitable to his amount of chores. In a shocking turn of events, Jughead joins Veronica and Reggie in a counter-protest! Veronica and Reggie only want to maintain their status as Riverdale’s richest teens, but Jughead has his own ulterior motives. As the story continues, the rest of Riverdale’s fabled teens will choose sides… and you’ll be surprised at not only who turns up, but which side they choose! What will be the outcome? Whatever it is, we wouldn’t be surprised if the crowned-one has the last laugh! Who are the guest-stars? Reserve your copy today to find out!
BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #154, ships 8/15. Full color digest format, $3.69 US. SCRIPT: Melanie J. Morgan. ART: Steven Butler & Al Milgrom.
TALES FROM RIVERDALE DIGEST #23, ships 8/22. Full color digest format, $2.49 US. SCRIPT AND ART: Fernando Ruiz.
