PSA: My local shop in Portland changed how I find new comics

I was at Bridge City Comics last month just browsing the new releases. The owner, Mike, saw me looking at a random #1 issue and asked if I liked the writer's other work. I told him I had no idea who that was! He spent about 15 minutes walking me through a few writers and their best story arcs, not just the newest books. Now I pick comics by the creative team first, not just the character or cover. It made finding stuff I actually enjoy way easier. Has anyone else had a shop employee give them a game-changing tip like that?

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richardfox14d ago

Exactly! That's how you find the good stuff.

william6613d ago

Ever notice that's true for finding a good mechanic or a decent takeout spot too? You gotta dig past the obvious stuff.