This place is fantastic. I was recently in New London for the first time on a short weekend trip,…read moreand as usual looked up any comic stores in the area I could check out in-between sight seeing. What a surprise to find Sarge's. This has the total old-school comic store vibe that is vanishing more and more these days -- they have plenty of new issues and toys and games, but also an awesome back issue inventory, old toys, old games etc. The staff was super friendly and helpful and honestly I would've spent another hour or two here if my itinerary and wallet were more accommodating. I'll absolutely be back to Sarge's!

We were passing by this town and we found this on yelp. We decided to stop by. The store is pretty…read morebig and has a ton of things. If you like comic books and cards you should definitely come here. My husband spend an hour here and purchased a few comics. Everything was reasonably priced nothing crazy. We had a pretty good experience.

"Well I'm a write a little letter I'm gonna mail it to my…read morelocal DJ" (Chuck Berry) My down-sizing and decluttering mission continues. I've pretty much depleted my decades long accumulation of baseball cards so now I'm into selling off my football cards. I walked into DJ's Comics and Cards to sell six vintage New York Giants cards from the late 1950's and early 1960's. I had done my pricing research, and after correcting for condition and selling to a retailer, I had an idea what to ask for. He offered me $5 less than my assesment, so I countered with his cash offer plus $5 in store credit and that clinched the deal. I ended up using the store credit toward buying a Tom Brady and a Kobe Bryant card for my grandson. DJ's made me a very fair offer and we were both satisfied with the outcome. The store has quite a bit more comics than cards, but I sure enjoyed looking at the shopwcases and rummaging through the commons boxes.

Cancelled my online order and increased the cost. Would not recommend buying from them.read more

If you are looking to pick up a new hobby like Dungeons & Dragons, trading card games like Pokemon,…read moreYu-Gi-Oh, or Magic the Gathering, Dragon's Lair in Wallingford is the spot. They have a variety of comic books, but mostly Marvel (I'm more of a DC fan). They are welcoming for all ages and the staff is friendly, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable about their products. Shout out to Jose! From card packs, card singles, graded slabs--every week there something new to pick up for your collection. The prices are fair, especially with the phenomenon of the cards drastically increasing/decreasing in value each week. You can also trade in cards too. So if you have a ton of bulk, bring it on over here. They also hold card tournaments throughout the week and can teach you how to play.

Great for buying Pokémon cards there but sometimes it gets expensive but I would recommend going…read morethere because they can have cheap stuff to

This isn't a bad comic store. Besides some first rate books, They have a ton of posters, action…read morefigures, and other fanboy items that will bring out the "true believer" in everyone. Why, they even have an adult section which is also very interesting. (Why hello, Bettie Page, how I've missed you. The only fault I can find with the store is that it is kind of small, and its shelving layout makes for a labyrinth of comics and kitsch. However, I suppose for some this is part of this shop's appeal.

I just left this store, and I was honestly floored by the experience. I have been reading and…read morecollecting comics and visiting local comic shops for more than 35 years, and I have never been made to feel so uncomfortable or unwelcome in one. I stopped in around 5:00 on a Monday afternoon and was the only customer in the store. The man behind the counter did not greet me or offer any assistance. That wouldn't have bothered me much on its own, but things got considerably worse when I started looking through the back issues. As I was browsing, he sharply told me to be careful not to bend the comics. I understood his concern--the bins were extremely overpacked--and I politely told him that I would be careful, even though I already was being careful. But he wouldn't let it go. He continued telling me how I should be looking through the comics and repeatedly insisted that I was doing it incorrectly. After more than 35 years of buying and collecting comics, I know how to handle a back issue. I certainly don't need to be repeatedly lectured on how to flip through a comic bin. The entire interaction felt condescending and unnecessarily hostile, and I was made to feel as though I was doing something wrong simply by browsing the merchandise. Needless to say, I will never go back to Alternative Universe. There are too many comic shops where customers are actually made to feel welcome for me to spend my money somewhere that treats a customer this way. A truly disappointing experience.

went here to look at some collectibles and there was fair prices and wide variety. the owner was…read moremore than helpful and showed my boyfriend and I nothing but food product. He also shared some of the events coming up for big holiday sales. definitely coming back.

This store has an extremely large collection of basically anything you could want and it's so fun…read moreto look through the entire history of games right there on the shelves. If you're looking for games, TCG collections or memorabilia from your favorite fandom they probably have it for a great price. John the owner is extremely knowledgeable and gives great care to making sure you leave happy. My boyfriend and I had a blast here. :)

I regret that I don't have any photos to add to this review. The day I went to Harbor Books, it was…read morepouring down rain. My date and I walked to the bookstore in the pouring rain, and not only did I not want to get my phone wet, I also didn't want to have to keep her waiting for me under the downpour any longer than was necessary. I guess I'm a nice guy...Shhhhh! Don't tell anyone! When I realized I would be meeting someone for a date in the area, I went online to see what Old Saybrook has to offer on a Sunday. I hadn't been to Old Saybrook in at least a couple years, and I'm not too up-to-date on the goings on in the area. My search turned up a small cafe nearby...and Harbor Books. After a small but pleasant lunch, we walked to Harbor Books in the rain. Upon first walking in, I noticed a $1.00 bin where all the books were on sale for, yep, a dollar. I noticed one title in there I decided I would pick up and purchase on the way out (I did), one of Mary Higgins Clark's older novels, hardcover, in excellent condition. Looking through Harbor Books, I quickly realized I would need much more time in there than I suspected my date was willing to spend. I guessed 5 hours. No joke. Not only do they have a great selection of titles, they also have a great selection of vintage and antique books. Many of which are in excellent shape and are marked with a great price. There are probably more antique books in this little bookstore than at the antique shop a couple towns away, that has a ton of books. Five hours is likely an understatement. While looking through the bookshelves, I happened upon a book by a local author whom I had met at least a couple times, now about 10 years ago. I picked up the book, and asked the store owner how long he had had that book in stock. He estimated 7-8 years. I put the book back on the shelf, stepped away, then immediately turned back and grabbed it. After bringing the book home, along with a couple others I purchased along with it, I looked up the author online, wondering what he might be up to these days. Turns out he's up to nothing. He's dead. He died about 4 years ago, while his book was sitting on the shelf of this little bookstore, waiting years for me to come and pick it up. I got to thinking: what are the odds? This book, which I am certain had a very small print run, sat on a shelf waiting 7 or 8 years for me to find it, authored by a man I had met 10 years ago, who is now dead. I took it as a sign that the copy of the book had always been mine, waiting there on that shelf until just the right circumstances led me into Harbor Books and to it. The thing is, I'm willing to bet Harbor Books is JUST the right kind of store for that sort of thing. And I think the next time I go in there, I'll likely find something else that was there waiting for me, somewhere in those tightly-packed shelves. What will I find when I go there next? And will it really take 5 hours? We shall see.

My husband and I were in Old Saybrook for an overnight stay. We stayed at a local B and B, had…read moredinner at Penny Lane Pub on Saturday night and attended a wonderful blues concert at The Kate. Sunday morning we had breakfast at Mirsina's which was delicious. We then took a walk on Main Street. We were talking about what a sweet town this is and the friendliness of all the people we interacted with. We enjoy book stores and decided to explore Harbor Books. When we walked in, we greeted the woman at the desk. She was the wife/ owner I believe. We made small talk and looked around for books we might want to buy. During this time, a male patron came in and was talking about a 20th century European history book he had read and asked for help finding 2 other out of print books by the same author. I was preparing to make a purchase of at least 1 or 2 hardcover novels and my husband was interested in local history. A conversation took place between the owner and patron and was pointedly opinionated political talk that was very disturbing and inappropriate. Needless to say, we abruptly left. I am sorry our wonderful overnight was marred by hateful this experience. I will never go there again.

Quaint bookstore located off the town square in Colchester. Provides a selection of adult, young…read moreadult and children's books along with a range of book themed gifts. Staff was polite and engaging and available for assistance as needed. A great independent and affordable bookstore. A great way to support local businesses.

What a fantastic new little bookshop. Author owned, I immediately fell in love with how cozy it is…read moreinside. There's lots of cute little kitschy type gifts you can buy, and I found and bought a fantastic CT cutting board as well as a New England road tripping book. I can't wait to see what they do during the upcoming holiday seasons with their book options!

This is by far the largest scrapbook/papercrafting store I've ever been in! Parking is easy, they…read morehave their own lot. In the store, you'll find a wide variety of papers, stickers, embellishments, stamps, tools and even copic markers. Downstairs, below the retail store, is a wonderful crop space where classes are held. The first time I stopped in was during the 2017 summer shop hop, which offered a percent-off discount to all of the scrapbook stores in New England. They were offering a make-and-take card and happily showed me how to create it. I left with a variety of very unique paper and embellishments that I had not been able to find at other stores. In addition to my visit during the summer shop hop, I've attended two of the Jenn Shurkus Lawn Fawn classes and was really impressed (if you love card making or lawn fawn stamps, look her up)! The classes were really informative and are a great way for me to learn new papercrafting techniques. The best part: you leave with multiple ready-to-send cards. These classes are pretty popular and seem to sell out - but you have plenty of table space while working and there is time for individual help and attention. For an independent craft store, prices are competitive with others in New England - I'm certainly willing to pay just a tad more more for unique products and quality brands from a small business than on generic items you'll find at the big box retailers. The owner and store clerks are always friendly and welcoming. It's about an hour drive for me to get to Papercraft Clubhouse, but I'll be making the trip again soon!

From the moment we walked in, I was absolutely impressed by the selection available and layout of…read morethe store. Not only are stamping supplies grouped by theme and manufacturer, but they have premade card samples of many sets available for inspiration. I found this store while visiting family. We don't have anything like this in Las Vegas, but thank goodness they ship!! What a jewel for crafters. The manager was friendly and helpful and provided so much help and guidance. And while we didn't have time to partake, they have an amazing crafting area in the shop. Prices are amazing and comparable to other online-only shops. They even offer a loyalty program. Overall impression - this shop is amazing and deserves more than 5 stars.