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Slab city comics currently holds thousands of comic books in stock and we pride ourselves on delivering a high level of service. Travelling man is the uk s friendliest graphic novels and boardgames store. Mcm birmingham comic con uk national exhibition centre. A very large collection of beano, dandy and dennis the menace annuals and books. Shop with us for marvel comics, dc comics, image comics, star wars, doctor who, spiderman, batman, the walking dead and other great cult, scifi and fantasy merchandise, including action figures, statues and toys. At forbidden planet we are passionate about what we do. Forbidden planet uk and worldwide cult entertainment. Find out whats happening at your local comic book shop with our 2020 calendar of special occasions and instore events. Forbidden planet is the worlds largest and bestknown comic, science fiction, fantasy and cult entertainment retailer. In 2002 he realized a lifelong dream of opening a comic shop with his. This secondhand book stall opposite the arndale centre allows passersby to pick up books at bargain prices with boxes offering. Chris was bitten by the comic bug in the mid 80s via marvels g. Comic books at the works buy cheap comic books online. Find comic book shop in manchester, greater manchester using the local store shopping guide.
We have more shows on the horizon, so check them out. Manchester scifi scene welcome new shop with open arms. British and american comics, busts, collectibles, and unique merchandise based on licensed product. A card display in the hoot store that shows several different cards.
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