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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richardfox4mo ago

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

william664mo ago

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

the_kelly2mo ago

Oh man that is SO true! I've noticed people just go with whatever is easiest or most popular, and that's usually how you end up with a halfway job or a meal that's just okay. The REAL gold is always hidden a bit, you just have to be willing to put in a little effort to find it.