Comix Revolution — Local services in Elk Grove Township

What I find to be truly impressive about this particular location is in its thoroughness and cleanliness. Most comic stores share a similar sense of controlled chaos, with crowded shelves of well-thumbed comics and bins of aged single-issues trying the maximize space, but squashing displays together in a tight space so you cannot remember where that favorite issue of Daredevil was. While there are these elements here there is also a care for order I do not normally see at any comic store. An intent to maintain the beautiful nature of the merchandise and present it in such a manner to inspire awe and reverence, space to breath.

There is not much to say about the building itself, it is a strip mall like many, but with space enough to allow for presentation. I am an avid collector and understand the overhead required for any store front, but I truly appreciated the care that went into the display of omnibuses and collectibles. Not to mention they are are professional in understanding the value of their products. I found a beautiful hardcover copy of "Age of Apocalypse" that would rival ANYTHING online in price or quality.

With great, accessible parking, and convenient hours (even on weekends) I can definitely recommend this location for any serious comic collector. Where I might draw a small umbrage is that this is a location where you should expect to browse in silence. I noticed there was not a warmth of commentary that you might expect for people sharing a passion for comics. Rather the air is of nearly religious silence. I personally like to chat about just how strong Hulk is, or wax philosophical about the Punisher, but if you are seeking deep conversation this might not be the location for you. Despite a half dozen visits I found the atmosphere here to be more a museum than a spot for passionate comic...

Driving around today with my 15 year old daughter, she spotted the Green Lantern logo in the window of a comic shop. Knowing I am a GL fan, she said “”Dad, look!”

We walked in a few minutes before closing. The man on staff (assuming he was the owner) was clearly perturbed. I explained I had not been in a comic shop for many years and just wanted to look around for a few minutes. I quickly picked up a couple of books with the intention of purchasing. However, less than two minutes after walking in, the man says “we’re closed now, you have to go.”

It was very uncomfortable and a bit sad for my daughter. I set the books down and we left.

Granted, the man may have had plans. Maybe he was pressed for time? Or, he was just not very nice. are better ways to handle this situation. What is it about business owners that think they are doing customers a favor by being in business.

If you’re a comic book fan in Chicago’s Northwest suburbs, I recommend you find...

My son has developed a love of comic books and comic drawing over the last few years, and so I’ve been taking him to comic book stores in the suburbs and city in support of his hobby. The store is clean and seems to have a nice selection, so it’s a shame the man behind the counter seems to despise children and can’t help but to scoff and glare at them while they are in the store. I don’t at all expect a comic book store to be a kiddie playzone, or for my kid to be catered to or coddled in any way, but at the very least don’t make us feel uncomfortable. I purchased something anyway and the man couldn’t even have muster some common courtesy during the transaction. I’ve been to quite a few comic book stores with my son now and it always mean a lot to him when the employees strike up a conversation about the comics he’s chosen. Definitely don’t expect that kind of customer service or humanity...