Challengers Comics + Conversation, a recipient of the Will Eisner "Spirit of Comics" Retailer Award, has been recognized as the "Best Place to Buy Comics Minus the Comic Book Guy" (Chicago Reader, Jun 13), "Best Comic Book Shop" (New City, Nov 12), "Best Comics Shop" (Chicago Reader, Jun 10), and "Best New Comic Book Store" (Chicago Magazine, Aug 09). With over 60 years of combined comic retail experience, owners Patrick Brower and W. Dal Bush strive to bring Chicago a full-service, technologically interactive comic store that captures the same level of wonder and enjoyment as the comics they sell, read, and discuss. Customers praise Challengers Comics for its amazing selection, excellent recommendations from the friendly and unintimidating staff, and the store's well-organized and easy-to-browse layout. The shop also features a dedicated section for local comics, showcasing the work of area artists and writers. Additionally, there is a separate room for young readers, offering a wide range of age-appropriate comics and books. Reviewers express their delight with the store's customer service, highlighting the staff's respect and care in handling and shipping purchases, as well as their enthusiasm for discussing the latest comic news and happenings. Challengers Comics has become a go-to destination for both longtime and new comic enthusiasts, offering a welcoming and engaging environment to explore the world of sequential art.
I cannot gush enough about this store. I traveled into town to see a concert and did my usual tradition of seeing what comic book stores are like there. This place blew me away. The selection is amazing, excellent recommendation from the manager. All in all, a very friendly and unintimidating place to look for comics.
May 2024
Great comic book store. They have section for young readers and a huge selection of collectors book.
March 2024
Nice comic book shop, nice selection of back issues that I didn’t have! :-)
