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About Carol & John's Comic Book Shop
Carol & John's Comic Book Shop is a comic book store and CGC drop-off center located in Cleveland, Ohio. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection, authorized CGC grading drop-off services, buying, selling, and trading of comic collections. Cleveland's legendary independent comic shop since 1981. Enormous back issue collection, CGC submissions, and a store philosophy built around serving real comic readers. Carol & John's Comic Book Shop is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 710 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for CGC-graded slabs, creator signings, trade paperbacks, local comic shops like Carol & John's Comic Book Shop in Cleveland are the heart of the Ohio collecting community. Call ahead to confirm hours and current inventory before visiting Carol & John's Comic Book Shop in Cleveland.
Carol & John's Comic Book Shop at a glance
- Ranked #1 of 5 rated comic book stores in Cleveland by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- The nearest other comic book store is Carol & John's Comic Shop in Cleveland, under 0.1 mi away.
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Carol & John's Comic Book Shop reviews
Is Carol & John's Comic Book Shop well reviewed?
Carol & John's Comic Book Shop has a 4.8-star average from 710 Google reviews. That ranks #1 of 5 rated comic book stores in Cleveland once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 5 rated comic book stores in Cleveland is 4.8 stars, so Carol & John's Comic Book Shop is about the same as the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about Carol & John's Comic Book Shop
Where is Carol & John's Comic Book Shop located?
Carol & John's Comic Book Shop is located in Cleveland, Ohio at 17462 Lorain Ave.
Does Carol & John's Comic Book Shop sell back issues?
Yes, Carol & John's Comic Book Shop maintains a back issue inventory. Visit or call to ask about specific issues, runs, or keys you're looking for.
Does Carol & John's Comic Book Shop offer CGC drop-off?
Yes, Carol & John's Comic Book Shop is an authorized CGC drop-off location. Bring your comics to the store and they will handle the submission process to CGC for grading.
Does Carol & John's Comic Book Shop buy comic collections?
Yes, Carol & John's Comic Book Shop buys, sells, and trades comic book collections. Contact the shop for an appraisal or to discuss selling your collection.
What should I expect at Carol & John's Comic Book Shop?
Carol & John's Comic Book Shop is a local comic book store in Cleveland, Ohio. Expect new releases, back issues, graphic novels, and a knowledgeable staff who can help you discover new titles or track down specific issues.
What other comic book stores are near Carol & John's Comic Book Shop?
The closest are Carol & John's Comic Shop in Cleveland (under 0.1 mi), Doki Doki Anime & Kawaii Shop in Lakewood (2.3 mi), Superscript Comics and Games in Lakewood (2.5 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Carol & John's Comic Book Shop
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