Betty's Diary #1

Name: Betty's Diary #1
Brand: Archie

Apr 1986 · Archie · 0.65 USD

“The Art Lesson”

In "The Art Lesson," Betty finds herself unexpectedly in charge of Veronica's dog during a weekend trip, only to discover that the quiet Lodge mansion holds more surprises than she bargained for. Written by George Gladir and illustrated by Dan DeCarlo Jr. with inks by Jim DeCarlo, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, this 1986 issue captures the charm and quiet chaos of Riverdale life. The cover by Dan DeCarlo captures the moment with a touch of whimsy.

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writer George Gladir · artist Dan DeCarlo Jr. · inker Jim DeCarlo · colorist Barry Grossman · letterer Bill Yoshida · cover Dan DeCarlo

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Full credits

writer George Gladir

artist Dan DeCarlo Jr.

inker Jim DeCarlo

colorist Barry Grossman

letterer Bill Yoshida

cover pencils Dan DeCarlo

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Betty stays at the Lodge mansion to care for Veronica's dog while Veronica goes away for the weekend with her family, but life in the mansion is not what Betty expected.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).