What a fantastic comic shop! The Grumpy Old Man's Comics & Collectibles has tons of long boxes and…read moreshort boxes filled with back issues, newer books, and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and very helpful throughout our visit. One of the best parts was that there was truly something for the entire family. We all had a great time digging through the boxes, searching for books to add to our collections, and enjoying the treasure hunt. If you're a comic collector and find yourself in the Seattle area, this is definitely a must-stop shop. We had an amazing time and look forward to visiting again.

I did not expect such a well-organized and friendly comic book shop from the name! But coming…read moreinside I was greeted by friendly staff and was presented with nicely organized rows and boxes of comics. They have quite the selection! I came in for Free Comic Book Day, picked up a few free old FCBD issues, and browsed. We even met the shop dog, Molly (I think?). When I couldn't find what I wanted, I asked the shop owner and he was kind enough to find them for me and explain some things about it. I bought the issues and left happy :)

If I could give six stars, I would. Over the years, I've frequented boatloads of comic shops along…read morethe west coast and Outsider is truly my favorite. They have an enormous selection of comics, zines, graphic novels, and more. Looking for the latest premiere titles from DC / Marvel / Image / etc.? They got you. Looking for some hot new manga? They got you. Maybe you want some fresh, totally unique indie publication that none of your friends have heard of yet? They. Got. You. But their crazy-diverse selection isn't even what makes Outsider a truly great shop; it's their staff and the vibe they've created. Navigating geek culture can sometimes be a treacherous (gatekeeping and elitism abound). But not at Outsider. All geeks seem to be truly welcome: from hardcore fans, to casual readers, to absolute noobs looking for a place to begin exploring printed media, Outsider's staff will be there to help people find what they're looking for. Outsider is an absolute gem.

You guys need to update your open hours here. I arrived on a Saturday after 11am, and I'm sad to…read moresee that you're not open yet. You have to run your store in whatever way makes sense for you, of course. Just as feedback, though, it's hard having a regular work schedule and kids to manage on the weekends to shop here... which I very much want to do!

Dude is legit he always has great back stock and it's hella organized for real!!…read more I'm so glad he is back and I love it

If you're someone who loves comic art and covers, you MUST visit this place. The room itself is a…read morevisual treat, with at least a thousand square feet of comics on display, serving as the backdrop for an exquisitely organized selection of back issues. And on the floor are boxes and boxes of 25-cent comics for good rummaging. Prices were more than fair, and even at checkout, the owner took a few bucks off the prices, as he engaged in very friendly and helpful conversation. As a customer who is just getting back into collecting, this was an awesome experience. Enjoy!

When I used to live in the area, I would always pass by the place on my downtown walks. I would…read morealways think its a children's bookstore based on the front look, but thanks to Seattle Independent Bookstore Day, i found an excuse to just take a peek without awkwardly walking away. I was wrong. Its more than a children's bookstore. They have books for all ages, greeting cards, games, and even toys. Each aisle/section is labeled easily for you to know what type of genre you are looking at. When walking in, was greeted immediately. Wasn't busy 30 minutes before close, but there were still a few people in here besides mem There is an abundance amount of books galore. One side is for kids and one side is for adults/young adults. They have used and new books. There are a few books that have creases on the bind though, but its a small bundle of them. Overall, will definitely come back again.

I love the selection of books and the staff was extremely helpful in making sure i felt welcome and…read morethat my questions were answered! Additionally the costs here are well worth it! I definitely will be coming back.

When I decided to reduce plastic waste in my household four years ago, I had to target my biggest…read moresource of plastic waste: Amazon plastic envelopes. Amazon had been an indispensable way to purchase books and anything at all. The unfortunate side of that is: LOTS OF PLASTIC WASTE. Not to mention trigger consumption! It's so easy to purchase anything. Just press a button and it's at your house in a day or two. This convenience is burying us. When I confronted this egregious source of plastic waste, we began ordering books from Magnolia's Bookstore and haven't looked back. They have a phone number you can call! If they don't have a book you want, you can order it! Sometimes I had to wait. And you know what? We didn't suffer! We had something to look forward to. We have done this a number of times - even when the prices are higher. Convenient and plastic things are cheaper on the front end, but far more expensive on the back end. For wildlife. For the ocean. For our health. Plastic is forever. There is no away. It continues to break down and complicate so many natural life cycles and ecosystems. So yeah, I am happy to pay the extra $$, and support our local bookstore in the process - especially Magnolia's bookstore! When my books come, they are delivered in a cardboard box from the publisher. A fantastic sustainable solution to packaging! The employees at Magnolia's bookstore are incredibly warm and friendly. They will wrap your books in beautiful paper if you want! Free of charge! They sell paper gift certificates, and even have a rewards program that earns me a free book every now and again! What's more, the store has a conscience! This year Magnolia's Bookstore is donating a $50 gift certificate to Magnolia's first ever "Reuse Raffle", in support of Earth Month! If you attend Magnolia's Vino in the Village event in April (discovermagnolia.com) and bring your own wine glass, you'll not only reduce Magnolia's single-use plastic waste footprint, but you'll earn a chance to win a gift certificate from Magnolia's Bookstore (your wine will taste better in glass too, so I'm told). I value a store that supports reuse in this way. I will definitely bring my own wine glass knowing I could potentially win a gift certificate for my favorite bookstore!! Viva local bookstores!! Thanks Magnolia's Bookstore for the wonderful things you for our community, and the planet!

Keeping this review short and sweet to match the small footprint yet amazing selection of this…read morehidden, off the beaten path gem of a bookstore. I grew up regularly getting birthday gifts for friends from Magnolia's Bookstore. Yes, I was THAT kid who brought books to the party xD prob explains why I'm so verbose now ;P I digress... I get warm and fuzzies thinking back to childhood memories walking in, feeling welcome (I think a classmate's mom possibly worked here at that time, OR we truly visited frequently enough that we were indeed familiar customers), and taking our time browsing the wide selection to pick the just-right book. Today, when I visit my parents in Magnolia, I will always take any opportunity to step into the shop and step back in time. I feel as welcome as ever, and I kid you not -- it smells just as it did 2.5+ decades ago. Books aren't marked up, so value is standard, and it sure does feel good to support LOCAL. They still have their neon blue complimentary book marks. I sure hope they still provide wrapping services with fun, thin, curly ribbons placed on top like a dollop of whipped cream. If you're in Magnolia and still enjoy the feel of turning literal pages, stop by to find something to keep your nose in!

Ilan is super nice and always gives me the best recommendations. When I went in today, he was super…read morefriendly and helped me find all the comics I was looking for and a few more I didn't know I needed. Today he recommended this Wonder Woman comic to me with beautiful art and I've been loving it so far. The first time I visited Mighty Moose, I was looking for Shadow Service published by Vault Comics. I was travelling shortly, but Ilan found all the issues for me and held them until two months later when I returned. I really appreciated him going above and beyond to get me the comics I wanted. When I went in today, Ilan was working on a video of some super vintage comics for social media and it was really cool to see them up close. Yes their cards can sometimes be overpriced (I collect Pokemon cards), but sometimes there are great deals! Ilan sold me his entire stock of leftover Halloween Pokemon cards early last year for super cheap and I gave them out to my nieces and nephews who adored them!

Do not sell your comics at Mighty Mouse I brought In a comic that eBay last soles were like 30-50 $…read moreand wanna know what he offered 3$!!!

Owner is very sweet and took the time to talk me through selling to them as a new collector. Store…read morecredit is kept track of by them and a great selection of Pokemon TCG singles. Very organized store and 2 price system offering a lower price to rip in store. Thanks for the singles and taking my plastic packages when I rip in store. Excited to come back again and again.

Adam and Jo are super friendly and make each visit great…read more Couldn't recommend this place enough for the value they provide to collectors and the community. If you're looking for reasonably priced options, this is the place to check out!

Super cute + quaint bookshop. They have small sections for the books, but I somehow found 4+ books…read morethat interested me. Love the personalized recommendation note cards underneath a lot of the titles. They also sell the books for face value, which I think is pretty great for a small bookshop. Overall, will definitely come back for another browse and to see new recommendations! A great way to spend a day in Ballard :)

This local bookstore is on a busy street in Ballard. Parking can be challenging but I often find…read moreparking near the restaurants and shops across the street. I stopped by this shop while I waited for the pie shop next door to open, and I'm grateful for it. Staff were very friendly, left me to walk around as I looked for a book, and were helpful when I let them know the genre I typically like. They were well read, kind of like librarians. I found two great books, one of which is now one of my favorites and the other that I have yet to read, made it to Barack Obama's list for the year so it seems interesting. I have since visited again to pick up more books. Would recommend a visit!