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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 7 PM |
About Desert Island
Desert Island is a comic book store located in Brooklyn, New York. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. Desert Island is a Williamsburg shop devoted to independent comics, graphic novels, zines, artists' books and prints, much of it carried on consignment. Press coverage has singled out its curated, art-filled space, and it has been part of the Brooklyn small-press scene since 2008. Google reviewers most often mention its graphic novels, prints and indie comics, along with the curated selection. Desert Island is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 328 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for trade paperbacks, rare Silver Age keys, modern variants, local comic shops like Desert Island in Brooklyn are the heart of the New York collecting community. Visit Desert Island online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
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Desert Island reviews
Is Desert Island well reviewed?
Desert Island has a 4.8-star average from 328 Google reviews. That ranks #4 of 14 rated comic book stores in Brooklyn once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 14 rated comic book stores in Brooklyn is 4.6 stars, so Desert Island is above the local average.
Frequently asked questions about Desert Island
Where is Desert Island located?
Desert Island is located in Brooklyn, New York at 490 Metropolitan Ave.
Does Desert Island sell back issues?
Yes, Desert Island maintains a back issue inventory. Visit or call to ask about specific issues, runs, or keys you're looking for.
What should I expect at Desert Island?
Desert Island is a local comic book store in Brooklyn, New York. Expect new releases, back issues, graphic novels, and a knowledgeable staff who can help you discover new titles or track down specific issues.
When is Desert Island open?
Desert Island's listed hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday Closed; Wednesday 12 to 7 PM; Thursday 12 to 7 PM; Friday 12 to 7 PM; Saturday 12 to 7 PM; Sunday 12 to 7 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near Desert Island?
The closest are PopFuzz in Brooklyn (0.6 mi), Action City Comics in Brooklyn (0.6 mi), Comic Book Station in Brooklyn (0.8 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Desert Island
The closest other comic book stores to Desert Island, by distance:
PopFuzz
Action City Comics
Comic Book Station
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