A list of stories in British weekly girls' comic June, published between 1961 and 1974 by Fleetway Publications and IPC Magazines.
The 3 Dees Published: 20 January to 28 July 1973 Author: Linda Blake A family keep farm at Furzebrook with some odd animals - notably brave Scottie dog Duncan, gluttonous donkey Daisy and mild-tempered lion Desmond, who work together to keep everyone safe and happy. Text story.
Adventure School Published: 29 January 1966 to 15 April 1967 Artist: Dudley Wynne Kay Douglas wants to be an instructress at the famous Ravensdale Adventure School in the Lake District, and sneaks in to learn about as many outdoor activities as possible to help her case. Reprinted as "School for Sports" between 7 July 1973 and 15 June 1974.
Against All Odds Published: 18 March to 7 October 1961 After her father dies, June Hurst helps her mother run the family's riding stable in Framwell, with beloved horse Blaze and foal Cobweb. However, greedy local businessman Sam Fletcher wants to build a road through the stables, bullying local surveyor Cyril Moss into helping him.
The Amazon Adventurers Published: 12 July to 23 August 1969 Illustrator: Bill Mainwaring Julie Carson travels through the Amazon rainforest with her father Stanley and brother Bob, searching for signs of a lost expedition which disappeared investigating the Angry Mountain ten years before. Journeying there they find themselves kidnapped by a lost, technologically advanced race called the White Ghosts. Text story.
Angie's Angel Published: 7 August to 2 October 1971 Artist: Carlos Freixas Angela West's family rally around to raise the money to get the talented girl into art school in London.
Ann's South Sea Adventure Published: 9 October 1971 to 15 January 1972 Writer: Alan Jason Artist: Edward Dudley Pout Holidaying with her Uncle Ben on his boat in the South Seas, Ann finds herself caught up in the affairs of an island tribe after their chief's son Taibu stows away on board.
Annie's Army Published: 20 January to 26 May 1973 Artist: Robert MacGillivray Annie is the daughter of Colonel Cleaver and lives on base with his unit, the 2nd Battalion of the Royal Loamshires. However, her antics often cause absolute chaos for the men - to the excitement of most, but much to the irritation of Sergeant Vole.
Babette the Brave Published: 16 October 1965 to 15 January 1966 Writer: Michel Regnier Artist: Paul Cuvelier After a plane crash in the Pyrenees, a group of potholers led by the valiant Babette Marcel make their way towards the survivors to provide medical aid. Reprinted from Dientje.
Babs of the Ballet Published: 19 August 1972 to 13 January 1973 Writer: Denise Wackrill Artist: Shirley Bellwood In order to get the financial backing the Highfield Ballet Academy needs to survive, the company accept businessman's daughter Lois, leaving Babs Markham in charge of training the hopeless girl to become a dancer. Text story.
Bambi's Children Published: 18 March to 1961 Author: Felix Salten Text comics adaptation of the novel Bambi's Children.
Bessie Bunter
Published: 30 January 1965 to 15 June 1974 Artist: Cecil Orr Bessie Bunter is an oversized, gluttonous and none-too-smart pupil boarding at Cliff House School. One page humour strip. The character of Bessie (sister of Billy Bunter) was previously in the original School Friend, and was revived in the comic version. Continued in Tammy.
Bijli Published: 28 August 1971 to 13 May 1972 Writer: Denise Wackrill Artist: Reginald Ben Davis The adventures of a curious and friendly mongoose. Text story.
The Bike Betty Built Published: 21 July to 13 October 1973 Artist: Philip Townsend Betty Blake is left with permanent leg damage by a car crash which kills her parents, and finds no comfort from her new guardian, miserable Aunt Gladys. However, she finds she can ride a bicycle expertly, which greatly boosts her happiness, and she persuades a local greengrocer to give her a chance to work as his delivery rider.
The Black Pearls of Taboo Island Published: 18 March to 1961 Ellie Grant's father dreams of upgrading his dispensary on a coral island where they live into a full hospital. After one of their patients tells Ellie of a legend of a volcanic island that produced black pearls, a treasure that would easily fund their hopes, Ellie and her pet monkey Koko set off to find them.
Bobs of Bowmans Green Published: 8 April 1967 to 1 June 1968 Artist: Stanley Houghton Roberta Townley - known to her friends as 'Bobs' - dreams of becoming a vet. She wins the post of assistant to Mr. Mason at Green veterinary surgery, and starts putting her skills into helping the locals and their animals.
Boss of Beadle Street Published: 31 March to 14 July 1973 Artist: Audrey Fawley An unrepealed bylaw grants whoever lives at the site of the Old Beadle's house has a claim to ownership of all of Beadle Street. Current resident Liz Green discovers the archaic ruling and decides to claim her rights. She gets them, but soon finds being in charge of a street isn't all she thought it would be.
Call Me Cupid Published: 10 April to 26 June 1971 Artist: Bill Baker Belinda Lane takes it upon herself to find a new beau for her sister Cherry after her fiancé Bill skips out on their wedding to go to an FA Cup match.
The Castaway Kidds Published: 16 March to 1 June 1963 Artist: Edward Dudley Pout Brought up by their Aunt Agnes in Stepney, orphans Wendy, Tom and Rosabelle Kidd receive a letter offering them the chance to live with their Uncle Roger on a Pacific island. However, a storm forces their plane to ditch and the trio find themselves cast away on a different - and deserted - island. No relation to the Dandy strip of the same name.
Cherry and the Children Published: 30 January 1965 to 13 January 1968 Artist: John Armstrong Cherry Bryant looks after siblings Sue and Tim - as well as Boxer the dog - while her mother works at a cigarette factory, keeping them all safe despite the quartet always getting into scrapes. Continued from Girls' Crystal and School Friend.
A Christmas Miracle Published: 22 to 29 December 1973 Hard-hearted Carol Price finally finds some affection for stray dog Bobby after his owner dies.
Cilla the Chiller Published: 2 September to 18 November 1972 The mischievous ghost of Mistress Cilla haunts Ardupp Hall, teaching disrespectful guests lessons. One page humour cartoon. Later in June Book of Strange Stories and Misty Annual 1981 to 1983.
Cinderella Sam Published: 4 January to 1 March 1969 Artist: Carlos Freixas Shy but kind boarding school pupil Samantha Clayton is subject to a bullying campaign led by fifth-former Sybil Jay, who repeatedly frames her as a coward.
Cinderella Sue Published: 13 to 20 October 1973 Orphaned Sue Gibson lives a simple but happy life on a farm working with an old lady until her aunt and uncle return from abroad, and is less than happy. Despite the kindness of her lovely cousin Norma, Sue becomes increasingly bitter as she believes her new guardians are mocking her homely looks.
Cloris and Claire - The Sporting Pair Published: 18 March 1961 to 4 June 1966 Artist: Roy Wilson Sport-mad friends Cloris and Claire rarely get as far as games due to their propensity for mix-ups and confusion. One-page humour cartoon.
Conflict on Corfito Published: 4 February to 27 May 1967 Writer/s: Artist/s: Bill Mainwaring Two families compete to find treasure on an Italian island - but children Nina Gasperi and Carlo Albanesi find they have common ground, and want to avoid the bitter competition. Reprint of "Island Feud" from School Friend.
Could This Be You? Published: 20 November 1971 to 18 March 1972 An anthology story featuring girls in situations similar to those readers might find themselves in - having a crush on teacher, being bad tempered, feeling left out - and showing a resolution.
Crusaders' Castle Published: 27 November 1965 to 22 January 1966 Artist: Thomas Laidler Betty Blake's Uncle Oliver inherits Crusaders' Castle on a small island off the coast of Cornwall, where she lives with her siblings Tim, Tom and Jessica. However, the family ends up in debt to the island owner My. Sistrom, who tries to use it to drive the family away.
Cry-Baby Chrissie Published: 14 October 1972 to 13 January 1973 Artist: Robert MacGillivray Christine 'Chrissie' Cooper is a student at St. Martha's School for Girls, where her extreme shyness causes her to regularly burst into tears when the centre of attention. She is frequently bullied as a result, with only kindly Brenda Thompson as a friend. One day, Chrissie buys a ring in an antique shop and suddenly finds herself transformed into a more confident person, and begins standing up for herself.
Dark Destiny Published: 20 October 1973 to 2 February 1974 Artist: A. E. Allen New at school together and both orphans, Diana and Cara become friends. Cara has a strange ring and an unusual tattoo on the sole of her foot, and Diana becomes curious about her odd behaviour and the gaps in her memory.
Daron of the Islands Published: 21 November 1964 to 27 March 1965 Artist: Reginald Ben Davis Trudy Lomax is secretary to Professor Simpson on an expedition to search for a Roman galley in the South Seas, and soon becomes fascinated with the strange native boy Daron. Modified reprints of "The Boy Who Guarded Faraway Isle" from School Friend.
Diana's Diary Published: 18 March 1961 to 5 June 1965 Artists: Robert MacGillivray, Colin Merrett Diana Todd receives a diary for her 11th birthday and fills it with the fun and games of her family's daily life. Later modified and reprinted as "Meet the Merries" between 8 March 1969 and 10 January 1970.
Dinah's Ugly Duckling Published: 3 May to 28 June 1969 Dinah Sherwood runs a beauty salon in the Hotel Italia on the Sardinian Coast, and faces the biggest challenge of her career when the snooty Chesney family arrives for a function. She finds the only kind member - a young plain girl called Jackie - needs her help the most.
Dottie Doogood Published: 17 April to 6 November 1971 Kind-hearted Dottie's good deeds backfire. Half-page humour cartoon.
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Down Our Street Published: 5 January to 18 May 1974 Writer/s: Artist: Manuel Cuyás Durán Jessie Blake lives a happy working class life with her cocky brother Darren, her mother who believes the boy can do no wrong and her father.
Emma in the Shade Published: 28 August to 13 November 1971 Artist: Juan Solé Emma Lorne deals with the burden of thinking she has to live up to her famous parents - an actor and an artist - and the pressure the expectations of others bring to her school life.
The Family at Surprise Corner Published: 18 July 1964 to 28 December 1968 Writer: Scott Goodall Sally Starr lives with her family in an antiques store called Surprise Corner, and always finds surprising things happening in her life. Continued from Poppet.
The Firebird Published: 11 May to 15 June 1974 Jilly Lewis arrives in Venice to stay with her penfriend Fiametta de Paravani, only to find the girl's grandfather is being threatened by local hoods. Jilly and Fiametta set about thwarting the thugs.
Flight to Adventure Published: 12 August to 7 October 1967 Artist: Tom Kerr After their plane crashes in the South American jungle, air hostess Linda Martin is left looking after children Peter and Jane Wesley as they try to make their way back to civilisation. Modified reprint of "The Aerial Castaways" from Girls' Crystal.
Flying Mane Published: 16 March to 15 June 1963 Writer: James Stagg Illustrator: Colin Merritt Living on Dartmoor, Ruth looks after her horse Flying Mane and a foal, despite the objections of local landowner Derek Duke. Text story.
Fourth Form Wonder Published: 20 January 1968 to 11 January 1969