Gallery Archives - Desperate Living

The long-forgotten series of gruesome British digest-sized horror comic books from the 1970s.

The cute, suggestive, outrageous and morally unacceptable world of yesteryear’s romantic gestures.

The anonymous magazine, book and LP appearances of the woman who would later become a pin-up legend.

A festive feast of classic crime, sci-fi, western and romance books and magazines celebrating the yuletide season.

The ultimate visual guide to the King of the Monsters.

A collection of classic – and not-so-classic- artwork from the days when each country had unique and extraordinary film poster art.

The world’s favourite fashion doll might be having a moment in the spotlight right now – but she has always had all manner of exciting adventures.

A pictorial guide to the British origins of Bob Guccione’s glamour magazine.

It’s not all about flowers and romance – here are the movies that rip the heart out of Valentine’s Day.

An impressive catalogue of graphic novels from Barcelona.

A collection of festive movies that are most definitely on the naughty list.

Looking back at the glory days of the festive magazine and comic book cover.