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Shes the first black woman on the east coast to own and operate a comic book store. Philadelphia, pa when entrepreneur ariell johnson opened her comic book store and coffee shop in kensington, pennsylvania back in december 2015, it became an instant hit both locally and nationally. The first black woman to own a comic book store on the. The cushions of my friends couch were some kind of rubberized velour, the windows were uncurtained, and at five a. Coastal decor shopping in panama city beach southern. From locally published independent zines to mainstream, big name comics, youll find everything youre looking for at these 20 cool comic book shops across america. Meet the east coasts first black female comic book store. Convention scene is the webs leading source for comic book conventions, comic book creator store signings, and much more. The ecbacc is a 501 c3 nonprofit communitybased organization focused on education, literacy and the arts. In the 1970s, the development of the direct market allowed a widespread network of comic shops to flourish. Johnson has created a very welcoming space for the comic book, scifi and fantasy communities here in. But when it comes to finding inspiration, johnson didnt have. Henrys for delivery, theyll also deliver your orders from east city bookshop and from labyrinth.
A list of the best comic book stores, and what makes them so great. The 33yearold is the owner of amalgam comics and coffeehouse in philadelphia. Yumy odom and the organization was registered in 2008. These are some of the best stores to scratch your comic book itch year round. Not only is she the first black woman to open a comic book store on the east coast, she now has her own marvel comics cover alongside marvel superhero riri. They have a good selection of modern comics, and a handful of silver agecopper comics in the display case at the counter. Only a few years old, its located on a park slope street, where its. When you buy two instock funko pops, grab a third for free on us. The east coast black age of comics closed out its convention this year at the store. The 33 year old is the owner of amalgam comics and coffeehouse in philadelphia. The comic book world tends to skew heavily towards white males. Comic book shops keep nerd culture grounded in reality. Ariell johnson at philadelphias amalgam comics and coffeeshop, several months prior to its opening.
East city bookshop an independent, communityminded and. Comic shop locator find your nearest comic book, graphic novel and pop culture store locator. Americas 10 greatest comic and graphic novel stores. Quimbys in chicago distinguishes itself in the spandexfree side of comics. The oldest us comic book store is reputed to have been gary arlington s san francisco comic book company which was established in april 1968 in the namesake city. There are only five comic book shops owned by africanamericans in the country, according to yumy odom, founder and president of the east coast black age of comics convention. The east coasts first black female comic bookstore owner.
Welcome to east coast comics online store there is no minimum order for merchandise. Bergen street is not a big store, but it is perhaps the most zen comics shop weve ever had the pleasure of frequenting. Being hailed as the first african american woman to open a comic book store on the east coast, she immediately caught the attention of abc news, cnn money, msnbc, and tons of other web sites and. The philadelphia store, whose owner we profiled in 2015, opened its doors in time for the new year. And like americas best independent comic book stores, its staff is eager. Meet the east coasts first black female comic book store owner. Johnson is the first black woman to own a comic book shop on the east coast. Exceptionally faithful to the originals, this series reprinted, in their entirety, issues of twofisted tales, haunt of fear, weird science, crime suspenstories, and other great ec comics from the 1950s. When entrepreneur ariell johnson opened her comic book store and coffee shop in kensington, pennsylvania back in december 2015, it became an instant hit both locally and nationally. Meet the east coasts first ever black female comic book. Being hailed as the first african american woman to open a comic book store on the east coast, she immediately caught the attention of abc news, cnn money, msnbc, and tons of other web sites and blogs. Not only is she the first black woman to open a comic book store on the east coast, she now has her own marvel comics cover alongside marvel superhero riri williams. Finding a great comic book store is a key part of any fans life. The east coasts first black female comic bookstore owner now has.
The east coast black age of comics convention, incorporated or ecbacc, inc. Being hailed as the first african american woman to open a comic book store on the east coast, she immediately caught the attention of abc news, cnn money, msnbc, and tons of other web sites. First black woman to open philly comic shop talks diversity. Please let us know about any inaccuracies by entering corrections in the comments section at the bottom of this page. Find out why comic book shops are a great place to discover comics and join a community of people just like you. The signature event was founded in philadelphia, pennsylvania in may 2002 by mr. The east coast black age of comics convention ecbacc is the philadelphia regions first black comic book convention, bringing together hundreds of comic book, science fiction, and fantasy creators, their colleagues, and their fans.
Hi and welcome to east bay comics, located in beautiful warren, rhode island. Please take a look around, let us know if you have any questions or are looking for something special. Storm was the first black woman heroine that ariell johnson ever saw, and because of her, johnson is now the east coast s first black female comic book store owner. It can be easy to find a store you love and stick with it until the end of time. Black womanowned comic book store gets national attention. East coast black age of comics convention ecbacc united states. How we can support our comic book shops by marvel as we all encounter new and uncertain challenges in response to covid19 and take extraordinary measures to prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone in the industry and beyond, our thoughts are with the entire industry and community we all support. Food, drink, books and games in one deliveryhow can you pass that up. Best comic book stores and dealers in palm coast, fl. Comics autographs toys collectibles see you in 2021 date to be announced meadowlands exposition center, nj see you in 2021 date to be announced meadowlands expo center, nj info. Comic book shops across the us you need to visit geek and.
The other ec east coast comixreprinted some of the greatest works of the william gaines ec comics in this 1970s series. Today, im recapping my trip to panama city beach, where i had the pleasure of staying on the beach for a couple of days and hanging out with some of my blog friends who ive known for a few years. Last week, i had two back to back trips and ill be sharing both of them with you. The comic book store championing diversity youtube. Your one stop pop culture shop in newark, delaware since 1980 reach us at captainbluehen. Find out whats happening at your local comic book shop with our 2020 calendar of special occasions and in store events. Comic convention july 3rd5th at the meadowlands exhibition center n.
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