A list of stories in British weekly girls' comic Princess, published between 1960 and 1967 by Fleetway Publications.
Stories Alice in Spaceland Published: 16 October 1965 to 22 October 1966 Writer: Mary Elwyn Patchett Illustrator: Mark Peppé Doctor Dodds takes his daughters Alice and Dinah – along with crewmembers Steve Greg and Tim Stone – on a rocket ride to strange new worlds. Text story; based on Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. Also in Princess Giftbook for Girls 1967 (illustrated by Ferguson Dewar).
Alona – The Wild One Published: 1 January 1965 to 16 September 1967 Artists: Leslie Otway, Jean Sidobre Daughter of a governor in the West Indies, Alona Richards' daring and habit of taking on any challenge in front of her soon earns the girl the nickname "The Wild One". A gifted rider, sailor, swimmer and dancer, Alona never hesitates to help out the needy. Continued in Princess Tina. Also in Princess Gift Book for Girls, Tina (2 September to 15 October 1966, as a preview for Princess Tina), Princess Picture Library No. 111 and June and Schoolfriend Picture Library No. 366.
Annette's Secret Published: 10 June to 12 August 1967 In 1643, with the English Civil War growing in intensity, Caroline Masterman returns home to Mandyke Manor only to find her father – a Royalist colonel – has disappeared. Her Uncle Digby claims Colonel Masterman has defected to the Roundheads, while Caroline finds her beloved governess Mam'zelle Annette is distant and evasive. Surmising something more is at work, Caroline begins to investigate.
The Apple Orchard Summer Published: 25 May to 12 August 1967 Writer: Jennifer Farley Jane and her cousin Timothy holiday in Brittany and soon find clues to ancient treasure buried nearby. Text story.
Belle and Mamie Published: 10 October 1964 to 5 March 1966 Artist: Harry Lindfield Ballet dancers (and inseparable best friends) Belle and Mamie frequently get involved in odd goings-on wherever their dance school mounts a production. Continued from Girl, where it had started as "Belle of the Ballet" in 1952. Earlier storylines from Girl were later modified and reprinted in Princess as "Lyndy of Latymer Grange".
Beth Lawson – Nurse of the Outback
Betty Butterfingers Published: to 24 December 1960 Clumsy Betty's attempts to help around the house inevitably cause more work for her parents. Half-page humour cartoon.
Candy and Mandy Published: 30 January 1960 to 12 October 1963 Artist: Fergusson Dewar Cheerful, diminutive young jockey Mandy's attempts at horse-riding are frequently stymied by her rotund, lazy, mop-topped mount Candy. One-page humour strip, no relation to the characters from the Bunty story "The Best of Friends". Also in Princess Gift Book for Girls 1961 to 1963 and 1970 to 1971, Princess Tina Summer Extra 1968 and Jinty Annual 1985.
Castle in the Mist Published: 10 March to 7 July 1962 Artist: Laurence Houghton Siblings Moira and Robin Tweedie move to Scotland when their father inherits a castle from an unknown distant relative by the name of Duncan MacRae. However, odd happenings begin soon after they arrive and it begins to look like the family have instead been left a curse. Reprinted in Princess from 29 July to 19 September 1967.
Circus Ballerina Published: 30 January 1960 to 12 October 1963 Writer: Ron Clark Artists: Bill Lacey, Charles Paine Raised as part of Duncan's Circus, Sally Doyle desperately wants to be a ballerina, and gets secret lessons from Ms. Novajinsky. Later, Novajinsky and choreographer Lydia Dawney form a travelling ballet company so Sally can perform for both the ballet and the circus. Also in Princess Gift Book for Girls and Princess Picture Library (all even numbers to 1964, occasional 1964 to 1966).
Crocus – The Story of a Remarkable Cat Published: 18 November 1961 to 6 October 1962 Writer: George E. Rochester Alex meets a cat called Crocus, who can both talk and magically disappear when he so desires. Together the pair right local wrongs while Alex keeps Crocus' true nature a secret. Also in Princess Gift Book for Girls 1963.
Dancing into Danger Published: 14 January to 18 February 1967 31/12/66 Artist: Dudley Wynn Promising dancer Hilary Bryce seems set for a glorious career until her parents are killed in a motor accident and she has to live with her Aunt Jean. She continues to dance in local productions around working in Jean's shop, and one day receives a mysterious note from an audience member that seems to offer her a dream professional engagement. However, it seems Hilary' opportunity might not be as straightforward as it first appears.
Daughter of Lorna Doone Published: to 8 May 1965 Illustrator: Clive Uptton The adventures of the resourceful Amber Ridd, of the daughter of Lorna Doone and Sir John Ridd, in 18th century England. Text story. A sequel to the Princess adaptation of Lorna Doone itself. Also in the Princess Giftbook for Girls 1966 (as a picture strip) and 1967.
Daughters of Adventure Published: 30 January 1960 to 2 February 1961 Writer: Marjorie Coryn Illustrator: John Millar Watt The adventures of the resourceful Amber Ridd, of the daughter of Lorna Doone and Sir John Ridd, in 18th century England. Anthology text story, with various fictional heroines through history.
Dorinda Published: 23 July 1966 to 16 September 1967 Dorinda writes letters to her friend Belle, recounting her adventures in London. Text story.
The Flying Nurse Published: to 23 July 1966 Artists: Bill Baker, Don Harley Beth Lawson is a well-known flying nurse. Renamed "Beth Lawson – Outback Nurse" from 16 October 1965. Also in Princess Giftbook for Girls 1966 to 1967.
Fran and the Dolphin Watch Published: 4 February to 18 March 1967 After her father dies, Fran Oliver lives alone at Ashfield Manor. She is pulled into the local magistrate's search for the wanted highwayman Captain Lister, but after meeting the dashing young man starts to doubt his guilt – and the motives of her family lawyer Mr. Truscott.
Gilda – Girl of the Mountains Published: 3 September to 8 October 1966
The Girl Who Knew Everything Published: to 1 May 1965 Dim schoolgirl Kathie Betts suddenly becomes highly intelligence, to the surprise of her peers. Little do they know that her increased smarts are due to her hosting two crash-landed visitors from the planet Trion.
The Girl with the Golden Voice Published: 30 June to 25 August 1962 Orphaned Joanna Johnson has to live with her Aunt Sophie and her cousin Gillian. Sophie is grooming her bratty offspring as a singing star but it is Joanna who has the talent – something her aunt will go to any lengths to keep under wraps. Not to be confused with the story of the same name from Bunty.
The Golden Talisman Published: 31 July 1965 to 24 June 1967 Writer: Sylvia Thorpe Illustrator: Henry Seabright The storied times of a golden brooch that is reputed to bring happiness to all true lovers as it passes from owner to owner over the centuries. Text story.
The Happy Days Published: 30 January 1960 to 16 September 1967 Writer: Jenny Butterworth Artist: Andrew J. Wilson Sue Day relates the madcap events that fill the life of the Day family – city-working Dad, apron-clad Mum, brother Sid, big sister and socially delicate Gloria, dog Rover and double whirlwinds of destruction The Twins, with occasional appearances from Sue's equally cheerful best friend Edie Potter and her brother Tommy. Continued in Princess Tina. Also in Princess Gift Book for Girls and Princess Picture Library (all even numbers to 1964, occasional 1964 to 1966).
Heiress to Tangurau Published: 12 May to 22 September 1962 Orphan Tina Rogers inherits a sheep farm in Tangurau, New Zealand from a distant great uncle. Māori Te Ariki Maru has been appointed foreman; told he is a witch doctor, she is surprised to find him a well-spoken conventionally-dressed man with a doctorate. Tina also makes fast friends with local boy Billy Giles, but finds rival farmer Walt Snaith less welcoming. The story's art has often been credited to Leslie Otway, but this has been questioned by David Roach. New Zealand comics historian Matt Emery has praised the story for its largely accurate representation of both the country and Māori of the time, suggesting at least one of the writer or artist were familiar with the country, speculating that Noel Cook, who had worked for Amalgamated Press and Fleetway Publications, was a candidate.
Highway of the Sun Published: 6 October to 1 December 1962 Artist: Alfredo Sanchís Cortés At the end of the school term, Molly Brennan receives a telegram of an exciting discovery he has made in Peru and books her plane tickets to join him. However, when she arrives she is met by one of his apparent colleagues and watched by strangers, and it turns out others want her father's knowledge.
Jenny – Girl Reporter Published: 25 February to 22 April 1967 Jenny Fraser tries to follow her dream by becoming a reporter for the Sunbourne Mercury, but is turned away as too young. Determined to prove otherwise, she plans to get an interview with American singing sensation Dane Marlowe – only to stumble upon a plot against the balladeer. Previously printed in Schoolgirls' Picture Library No. 64 in 1959.
Jenny Wrenn – Student Nurse Published: 10 March to 15 September 1962 10 March 1962 Artist: Jean Sidobre After a successful interview, Jenny Wrenn is accepted as a student at the Preliminary Training School of Whitecross Royal Hospital. She makes fast friends with two fellow aspiring nurses, Ruth Lomax and Tana Lai, and begins to find there is more to nursing than she thought. Renamed "Jenny Wrenn of Whitecross" from 16 June 1962 after Jenny successfully completed training.
Jenny's Jolly Genie Published: 30 January 1960 to Writer: George E. Rochester Jenny Raynor knocks over an old brass bottle in her uncle's antique shop, summoning the genie Abdul el Ramjar. Putting himself under her control, the genie helps Jenny and her little brother Sammy get into all sorts of japes. Text story. Also in Princess Giftbook for Girls 1961.
Jo on Rainbow Island Published: 30 January 1960 to 11 March 1961 Artist: Bill Baker Finding herself a castaway on Rainbow Island, Jo Laurie makes friends with a native girl called Luana. The pair try to build a raft so they can find their way to Tahia and Jo's father, but soon find that someone might be sabotaging their plans.
Just Jackie Published: 2 February to 12 October 1963 Good-natured Jackie tries to help her mother around the house. Text story.
Lettice Published: 10 October 1964 to 16 September 1967 Artist: John Ryan While enduring a frosty relationship with head Miss Froth and her deputy Miss Tantrum, bespectacled schoolgirl Lettice Leaf frequently comes up on top due to a mixture of unconventional thinking and good luck. Half-page humour cartoon, continued from Girl.
Life with Uncle Lionel Published: 10 October 1964 to 16 September 1967 Writer: Scott Goodall Artist: Hugh McNeill Julie and Robert Bradshaw live with their Uncle Lionel in a rectory in Lower Poppleton. Their uncle is an inventor, and while undoubtedly a genius and a kindly fellow to boot his innovations rarely work as intended, often landing the trio in bizarre situations. Half-page humour cartoon, continued from Girl. Also in Princess Picture Library No. 81, #95 and No. 97 and June and Schoolfriend Picture Library No. 368.
The Limpets Published: 11 August to 1 December 1962 Roxy, Chris, Linda, David and Taggy are five of the best-known children on Bird Island, earning the nickname 'the Limpets' due to the time they spend together. After learning that the island's owner, Mr. Waley, is planning on selling up the gang put their heads together to change his mind.
Linda – Vet's Daughter Published: 8 September to 1 December 1962 Since her mother died, Linda Dell has helped out at her father's veterinary surgery, and soon finds herself learning new skills on the job.
Lucia and the Golden Mermaid