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I noticed a big change in how my comic shop handles new release day
About two years ago, new comic day at my local shop, The Dragon's Hoard, was just a crowded free-for-all. People would grab stacks and the popular books were gone by noon. Now, they have a pull list system where you can reserve your books, and they hold them behind the counter for a week. The owner told me they started it after a regular missed out on a key 'X-Men' issue and got really upset. The whole vibe in the store is calmer now, and you can actually browse. Has your local shop made a change like this to keep fans happy?
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sammartinez19d ago
Man, I get that feeling completely. Missing the book you were looking forward to all month is such a gut punch, especially if it's a big story moment. That hunt is only fun if you actually find the thing at the end. Having a copy saved for you just takes the stress out of it.
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jordan_henderson1319d ago
Oh wow, that's a huge upgrade! My shop did the same thing a while back and it saved my life. Nothing worse than rushing in on your lunch break only to find the shelf picked clean. Hey @owens.blair, it's a big deal when you've been waiting for that next chapter all month! The "hunt" is only fun if you actually win sometimes. Having a copy with your name on it is the best feeling.
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Okay but is missing a comic book REALLY that big of a deal? It's just paper and ink, you can find it online or trade for it later. The old way sounds more fun and exciting anyway, like a hunt.
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