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Comic Book Store, Bookstore, and Hobby Store
Greenwich Village, New York
"other accouterments of the nerd lifestyle"(10 Tips)
"Amazing selection of comics, graphic novels, books, games and toys."(7 Tips)
"graphic novels in the World!"(8 Tips)
"One of my all-time favorite comic book shops!"(4 Tips)
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Sid ElizabethApril 17, 2012Gosh how do I edit tips? Anyway the staff member headed me in the right direction and opened me up to the comic world!
Scott BleicherSeptember 7, 2014Too many backpacks in too narrow aisles, but fills a big nerd hole in the Union Square area. Better than their old corner lot, but wish they'd open up the basement level for back issues.
Tina Bou safiFebruary 28, 2013This is what a geeky heaven looks like, you have iron man, batman, wonder woman.... The comics, the Tshirts, The zombies...
Not what it used to be. Singles selection can be tricky, but most desirable trades are in stock. Seems to focus more on toys, accessories, etc. lately, and feels less homey than their old location.
They usually have a large assortment of signed comics available at cover price.
Jim McDermottDecember 31, 2012Been here a million times, always thinking this time it'll go better. And it never does. Save yourself the trouble and head to Midtown.
Pepe PesanteOctober 15, 2013"New" location is smaller than previous, but better organized. Great selection!
This place really have to be forbidden! I love this place and i want everything👊
Rob E.July 27, 2012They moved down the block from their former corner location. Now they're between E. 12th & E. 13th streets.
Michael R.March 8, 2011Still has great stuff. Check out Jim Hanley's Universe over at the Empire State building - another great comic store.
They tend to have a small selection of current issues on the stand, but a wide variety of back issues piled up in the back stands. Read more
They moved down the block a little bit. I don't like it :/ I loved when they were on the cornee!
Thomas LlamaFebruary 2, 2011This is a very cool, well-organized comic and fandom shop. Pst, magna figurines in the back.
Just moved a couple doors down Broadway -- MUCH bigger location AND they don't force you to check your bags now. Aces!
The staff who works in here is very nice, an they open until late midnight sometimes
On Thursdays you can get a free bag of single issue comics.
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Sydney Rappis - 8.3
"don't let the comic nerdom deter you. they have vintage glossies and laminated centerfolds, too 👌🏼"
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