The local directory / United States
Coverage leans almost entirely on Chicago, which holds 20 of the 21 listings, plus one shop in Oak Park. Before buying, call ahead to confirm the store carries the format and age rating you want, can hold an issue, and whether a minor needs an adult with them.
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Comic book store
Listed on Google Maps as a Comic book store — “Hip comic-book shop with evening events”. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
5304 N Clark StComic book store
Listed on Google Maps as a Comic book store. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
3149 W 111th StComic book store
Its Google Maps listing places it under Comic book store. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
5251 N Harlem AveComic book store
A Comic book store in this directory; its Google listing says “Welcoming boutique for comic books”. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
1845 N Western AveComic book store
Its Google listing describes it as “Comic shop stocking independent titles”. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
3244 N Clark StComic book store
Listed on Google Maps as a Comic book store — “New & old comics plus related toys”. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
4835 N Western AveComic book store
Listed on Google Maps as a Comic book store. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
2641 N Kedzie AveComic book store
Listed on Google Maps as a Comic book store. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
1142 W Taylor StComic book store
Its Google listing describes it as “Comic books & restoration services”. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
1617 E 55th StComic book store
A Comic book store listed on Google Maps. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
3804 N Western AveComic book store
A Comic book store listed on Google Maps. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
2868 N Lincoln AveComic book store
Its Google listing describes it as “Mainstay for comics & graphic novels”. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
77 E Madison StComic book store
A Comic book store in this directory; its Google listing says “Mainstay for comics & graphic novels”. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
5028 N Clark StComic book store
Its Google listing describes it as “Mainstay for comics & graphic novels”. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
3120 N Sheffield AveComic book store
Listed on Google Maps as a Comic book store. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
4354 N Milwaukee AveComic book store
Its Google Maps listing places it under Comic book store. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
520 N Michigan Ave Ste 222Comic book store
A Comic book store in this directory; its Google listing says “Comics, games & collectibles specialist”. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
328 Madison StComic book store
Its Google Maps listing places it under Comic book store. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
2512 W 47th StComic book store
Listed on Google Maps as a Comic book store. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
1632 N Milwaukee AveComic book store
Its Google listing describes it as “Graphic novel & comics store with events”. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
6443 N Sheridan RdComic book store
Listed on Google Maps as a Comic book store. Comic shops carry current issues, graphic novels, and merch that teens actually follow — ask staff what the series order should be, or use a gift card.
3417 W Peterson AveNo. The 21 shops are what this directory has catalogued as of 2026-09-14, concentrated in Chicago and Oak Park, so large parts of the state are not represented at all. The number says nothing about inventory depth, back-issue availability, pricing or current hours, so verify those with the shop directly.
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