What makes a comic book store great is always the staff. The staff at JHU are simply amazing. I…read morethink of them as friends rather than staff. Dani, Nick and Ron are the most helpful, outgoing people you'll meet. I look forward to going to the store to discuss comics, movies and more. If you want to the whole nerdy, geeky experience go to JHU. Even if you don't know what to read just ask them, they'll always recommend something great.

Amazing staff, very helpful. Not sure what my collection would look like without their helpread more

I want to tell you about a holiday kindness done for my family by a local business…read more My family is a comic book loving family. I donated my old collection of books and graphic novels to the high school, we hit all the movies, etc. Of course this makes us supporters of the geekery here in Matawan. So much so, I follow them across social media. Well at the start of March when the pandemic was starting to get noticed, I lost my job as a private company school bus driver because of school closures and my son became very sick, not covid related. Worryingly sick. We were at the ER three times, ended up with a specialist at Children's Hospital in New Brunswick, and finally a diagnosis with an autoimmune disease, something terrifying during a pandemic. It's been hard and scary, and now we're stuck inside like my son is the boy in the bubble, and I've talked about this on Twitter over the past month. Well the geekery reached out to me on Twitter. They noticed its been a hard time for us and how sick my son has been and asked if they could bring him an Easter basket to brighten his day. Less than 5 minutes later there was a package on my back doorstep. Thank you to the geekery for offering something fun and unexpected! It's good there's still kindness being shared during this frightening time. I hope when this is all over and we can start going out to the shops again, the geekery is still around filled with heroes both fictional and very real.

Amazing selection, knowledgeable employees, and they have something for the geek in everyone.read more

Updated, I love this shop and the people who work there, they are friendly, reasonably priced and…read morethe shop is well organized and its easy to find what you're looking for and comfortable if you're just browsing. Mike the owner is very accommodating and it very fair to sellers when making offers to buy their books. (Often explaining how much they would be resold for an makes a reasonable offer based on that price). Mike and Jackie have excellent knowledge about Comics, Toys and Funco Pops and serious collectors shop there weekly because of them. I'm at a total loss for why there are some bad reviews here, Yes they have a sign that they are always buying, but you are best calling ahead and asking when the owner is in (which is almost all the days). As he is the one that will make the best offer and he really knows what sells well and doesn't. (Avoid Sundays and Mondays if you are there to sell your collection). Word to the wise, when selling a collection, it is always best to call ahead, see when the best time to visit is and see if they are interested in your collection. If they are, this is a great place to deal with as you won't get robbed. Naturally they are a business and need to stay profitable and need to buy at a rate that allows them to mark it up, but you aren't going to walk in with a rare comic that is worth $500 and walk out with 20 dollars, I've seen Mike buy and he is very honest. (Sometimes that means that he has to refuse to buy items that he can't sell, and other times people walk out with much more than expected. A reviewer complained about parking during a snow storm. My feeling is that the person with the car parking problem wasn't even dealing with the people who own the comic shop, probably from another business or an irate person who is a customer of the vacuum shop. Another reviewer said that they didn't feel comfortable there and I find this hard to fathom, I've always felt comfortable there and noticed that they treat their regular customers like family, often knowing about them, their jobs and families and remembering to ask them about things that they have shared about their lives (Changing Jobs, Children's health, Weddings, loss of family members, etc.).

I only ever stopped into Main Street Comics once while passing through the area. I was certainly…read moreimpressed with how clean and organized the store was, along with their overall collection of back-issue books. So, I spent some time going through most of their bins. Unfortunately, the condition of those back-issue books rarely reflects the significantly higher prices they charge. As an avid comic collector and seller myself, I'm well aware of market value. And their prices are well -above- market value. Keep in mind, this is only regarding their back issues. The new release section had standard new-release pricing and was well stocked. So if I ever decide to visit again, it will only be for the new releases and nothing else.

Started going to Dewey's regularly after my local comic store went online only. And believe me, it…read moretook me a while hunting for the next perfect comic shop when my old one had done such an amazing job over the years. Unbelievable, but there are a lot of comic shops around that are just not professionally run (I'll just leave it at that) Dewey's is definitely a solidly run comic shop. I had been to them a few times in their old location, but parking was horrible over there so I didn't go often. Their new location in Dover actually has great parking so it is easy getting there. At first, the professionalism of the store sold me on making it my regular store. But as I kept going back, i realized just how amazing the staff is there. They know their comic stuff, and are really friendly. I found out after I had praised John (the main counter staff) to a friend that he has been there for many years and is a big part of the store's appeal... I can definitely see that as he's been nothing but amazing to me.. When I set up my pull list in the beginning, I mentioned that in addition to my main books could he throw anything Captain Cold related in. Yes, i know it was a vague request that couldn't be "programmed" easily, but I figured I'd mention it. And I've been delighted to find non-Flash books with Captain Cold showing up in my box. That was impressive on quite a few levels. I joined Dewey's for the professionalism, but am staying because of the friendliness and amazing attention to small details... highly recommended!

What a great shop. It's so cool on the inside.it has a very sleek look to it! The employees are…read moreknowledgeable & friendly. The shop has a nice collection of New comics ...old comics....Toys and all the supplies you need! A comic shop I highly recommend!

Kaboom! Pow! Bang!…read more Thank you Paradox comics for always being there when we need you! Holy Miracles Batman! The awesome Paradox staff has helped us find #1 back issues that have been decades old and still in mint condition. Shazam! The marvelous staff has stocked the shelves with the newest figures, nostalgic figures and also some jaw dropping collectible figures. Hulk Smash! Monstrous prices during their yearly anniversary sale! Great Hera! Paradox welcomes all, children, boys and girls, adults, collectors, nerds, fans and newbies. Up, up and away! Paradox staff steps up in cosplay during the free comic book day (1st Saturday of May) and entertains the kids and fans standing on line. We have brought our nephews and nieces and they loved taking pictures with the staff in costume. Merciful Minerva! Something for everyone from, DC, Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek to Aliens and Anime! Titans Go! If you are lookin for comics, figures, gifts or browsing. You will not be disappointed. #thankyouthursday2021

Paradox Comics is a small shop that gets a lot done. It shares a storefront with a restaurant and…read moremetered parking is available on the street. Interior is not large, but they use the available space well. Paradox has a wall of new pull books and many shortboxes of back issues. Above these shortboxes are a fair selection of toys and collectables. Behind the counter are Pop Vinyl's, variant comic covers, and wall books. They also sell some sports cards and collectable card games. Employee was helpful and knowledgeable. This is a good small shop that has just about everything you would want out of a local comic shop.

There is no more Complete Card Shop in the area. Hands…read moreDown. The BEST place to, not only get cards, but your supplies as well. The whole staff, not just the owners, are knowledgeable and always willing to talk shop. I can't give a better recommendation than that.

American Legends hasn't carried comic books for quite a few years. They were selling comic book…read morebags and cardboard backs, but they aren't carrying any of those items any longer as well.

Super cool comic book store. There's a large about of decently priced comics. There's a lot of…read moretoy/action figures new & old school. I'd highly recommend this spot for your geek needs! The dude at the counter was helpful & was chill to talk to. Will definitely swing by there again when I'm back in that area. Keep up the good work!!!

I'm sure glad I didn't live nearby when I was a kid, all my lawn cutting, snow shoveling, and baby…read moresitting money would've been left here!

True to their name they have a lot of comics and a lot of collectibles. The downstairs has comics…read morefor a dollar didn't look through the entire collection, but they had quite a large selection. I came here with my daughter and we ended up buying Barbie stickers so I was really happy that they were in stock. Service was really friendly! It was rainy when I came in and they helped me with my stroller. I would definitely recommend peruse through their comic books selection. They even had a manga section with really funny tidbits about what the manga was about.

Wow! Hidden gem store in Park Slope! They have great back issues and fair prices! I'll be back!…read more And I'm telling friends!

The store is beautiful and the items unique. If you want run of the mill...go to the SI Mall. If…read moreyou want your $25 item wrapped and bagged like it's coming from 5th Avenue and presentation matters to you...this is your shop. The owner knows her gifts and can help you select and find what you need. This shop is leaps and bounds above the Hallmark, everyday commercial shopping spots that overrun the Island. It's like Christmas everyday at Gifted and it's my go to place when I need a gift...PRONTO! I've observed some obnoxious folks shop at this place and the owner keep her cool! Sorry "one individual" didn't have the same experience, but it isn't going to stop me from shopping there.

Very nice gifts for family and friends. On Mother's Day I got my mother a lovely body wash set that…read moreshe loved. There are so many different options that are perfect for almost any occasion.