Terms & Reference

Anime Merchandise

Anime goods, figures and merchandise.

Apparel & Merch

T-shirts, hats and other branded merchandise.

Appraisals & Grading

Values collections and prepares items for professional grading.

Arts & Crafts

Craft kits, art supplies and make-it-yourself projects.

Audio Equipment

Turntables, stereos and other audio equipment.

Audiobooks

Audiobooks sold in store or through the shop's partner.

Back Issues

Vintage and collectible comic books.

Board Games

Board and card games for the table.

Box Breaks

Live box and case breaks customers can buy into.

Buys Collections

Purchases collections from customers for cash or store credit.

CCG & TCG

Collectible and trading card games, singles and sealed.

Children's Books

Picture books, early readers and books for young readers.

Coins & Currency

Collectible coins, currency and bullion.

Collectibles

Action figures, statues, and memorabilia.

Comics

Wide selection of comic books.

Consignment

Sells customer-owned items on their behalf for a share of the sale.

Consoles & Accessories

Game consoles, controllers and accessories.

Dollar Bins

Discount boxes of inexpensive back issues to dig through.

DVDs & Blu-ray

Movies and TV on DVD and Blu-ray.

Educational & STEM Toys

Learning toys, STEM kits and educational games.

Ephemera

Postcards, maps, old advertising and other paper collectibles.

Event Space

Room set aside for signings, launches and community events.

Exhibitions

Exhibits on display for visitors.

Games

Tabletop games and gaming accessories.

Gift Shop

A shop selling gifts and merchandise on site.

Grading Submission

Assistance with third-party grading submissions.

Imports

Goods imported from outside the local market, such as Japanese releases.

In-Store Pickup

Order ahead and collect in store or at the curb.

Kids Section

A shelf or corner stocked with all-ages comics for younger readers.

Local Authors & Artists

Books and work by local writers and artists.

Magazines

Magazines and periodicals, current or back issues.

Manga

Japanese comics and graphic novels.

Model Kits

Plastic model kits, including Gunpla and scale models.

Model Trains

Model railroad trains, track and scenery.

New Releases

This week's new comics on the shelf.

Online & Mail Order

Sells online and ships orders as well as trading in store.

Original Art

Original pages and artwork by comic creators.

Paints & Hobby Tools

Miniature paints, brushes and hobby tools.

Posters & Prints

Posters, art prints and wall art.

Pre-orders

Takes orders for upcoming releases.

Pull & Hold Service

Recurring comic reservation service for customers.

Puzzles

Jigsaw and other puzzles.

RC Vehicles

Radio-controlled cars, trucks, planes and parts.

Records & Vinyl

Vinyl records, CDs and cassettes.

Repairs

Repairs consoles, audio gear or other items for customers.

RPGs

Tabletop role-playing games and accessories.

Sanctioned Play

Officially sanctioned organised play and tournaments.

Signed & Autographed

Signed books, cards and memorabilia.

Slabs

Graded and certified comics, cards or games in sealed slabs.

Special Orders

Orders titles the shop does not keep in stock.

Statues & Figures

Statues, busts and action figures.

Subscriptions

Standing subscription orders for ongoing series.

Supplies

Bags, boards, sleeves, binders and other supplies for storing a collection.

Toys

Toys and games for kids and collectors.

Trades & Graphic Novels

Collected editions and graphic novels.

Trading Cards

Sports and entertainment trading cards.

Used Books

Second-hand books bought and resold.

Used Games

Pre-owned games bought and resold.

Variants

Variant and alternative covers.

Video & Retro Games

Video games, including classic and retro titles.

Vintage

Older stock from earlier decades: comics, cards, toys, games or records.

Vintage Clothing

Vintage and second-hand clothing.

All are Welcome

Reviewers say everyone gets a warm welcome here, whoever they are.

Ask the Staff

Reviewers say the staff know their stuff and are glad to help you find it.

Back Issue Destination

Reviewers say the back issue boxes are the reason to come.

Community Hub

Reviewers say this is where the local comics community gathers.

Digger's Delight

Reviewers say the bins reward a good long dig.

Events & Atmosphere

Reviewers say the events, and the room they happen in, are the draw.

Great for New Readers

Reviewers say this is an easy first comic shop to walk into.

Hidden Gem

Reviewers say this shop deserves to be better known than it is.

Indie Friendly

Reviewers say the indie and small-press shelves get real attention here.

Local Spotlight

Reviewers say this shop puts local creators and local work front and centre.

Pull List Paradise

Reviewers say the pull and hold service is run well.

Staff Picks That Slap

Reviewers say the staff recommendations are consistently worth taking.

Variant Hunter

Reviewers say this is the shop to find variant covers.

Worth the Drive

Reviewers say this shop is worth going out of your way for.

Accessible Entrance

Step-free entrance into the shop.

Accessible Parking

Parking spaces designated for guests with accessibility needs.

Accessible Restroom

A customer restroom with accessible fittings.

Accessible Seating

Seating usable by customers with mobility needs.

ATM / Cash Machine

A cash machine on site or immediately outside.

Bike Parking

On-site bike rack available for customer use.

Card Payment Accepted

Major credit and debit cards accepted at checkout.

Coffee

Complimentary or for-purchase coffee offered in store.

Drinks & Snacks

Snacks and beverages available for purchase on site.

Food

Hot food or a kitchen on site.

Free WiFi

Free wireless internet access provided for guests.

Game Library

A library of games visitors can play on site.

Gaming Tables

Shared tables open for casual or organised play.

Kid-Friendly Space

A space set up with younger visitors in mind.

LGBTQ+ Friendly

The shop welcomes and supports LGBTQ+ customers.

Listening Station

Somewhere to listen to a record before you buy it.

Lot Parking

Dedicated parking lot or private garage for customers.

Mobile Payment Accepted

Digital wallet and tap-to-pay options accepted at checkout.

Pet-Friendly

Well-behaved pets are welcome in the shop.

Public Restroom

A restroom customers can use.

Public Transit Nearby

Convenient access to nearby bus, train, or transit stops.

Reading Area

Somewhere to sit and read before you buy.

Seating

Chairs or benches for customers to sit.

Street Parking

Customer parking available in nearby street spaces.

Vending Machines

Vending machines for drinks or snacks on site.

Back Issues

Deep back issue boxes covering earlier runs and single issues.

Buy & Trade

Buys collections and accepts trade-ins for cash or store credit.

Dollar Bins & Bargains

Discount bins and bargain boxes worth digging through.

Events & Signings

In-store appearances and signings by creators.

Graded & Slabbed

Graded, slabbed and certified books for collectors.

Graphic Novels & Trades

Collected editions and graphic novels across the shelves.

Indie & Small Press

Strong selection of independent and small press comics.

Kids & All-Ages

All-ages comics chosen with younger readers in mind.

LGBTQ+ Focused

Queer creators and stories given shelf space and attention.

Local & Regional Interest

A deep shelf of books about the shop's own region.

Manga & Global Comics

Manga and comics translated from around the world.

Original Comic Art

Original pages and artwork by comic creators, for sale.

Pull & Hold Service

A pull list run well enough to be the reason regulars stay.

Rare & Antiquarian Books

Rare, antiquarian and out-of-print books for collectors.

Toys, Statues & Collectibles

A serious range of toys, statues and collectibles, not a single shelf.

Underground & Alternative

Underground, alternative and countercultural comics.

Vintage & Key Issues

Vintage books and key issues for collectors.