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| Monday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
About Books with Pictures
Books with Pictures is a comic book store located in Portland, Oregon. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. Books with Pictures is a woman-owned, kid-friendly comic shop in Southeast Portland and a 2022 Will Eisner Spirit of Comics Retailer Award winner. It focuses on a curated mix of graphic novels, indie comics and zines, holds events, runs a community Discord and accepts wholesale applications. The shop does not buy used or vintage comics. Google reviewers most often mention its graphic novels and its welcoming, queer-friendly atmosphere. Books with Pictures is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.9 stars from 480 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for graphic novels, manga, the latest Wednesday releases, local comic shops like Books with Pictures in Portland are the heart of the Oregon collecting community. Visit Books with Pictures online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Books with Pictures at a glance
- Ranked #2 of 9 rated comic book stores in Portland by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (10 AM to 7 PM) · Open Sundays (10 AM to 6 PM).
- The nearest other comic book store is Books With Pictures in Portland, 0.5 mi away.
- Find Books with Pictures on Instagram, Facebook.
Comic Cons coming up in Oregon
- Fan Expo Portland — Jan 29, 2027 – Jan 31, 2027, Portland
- Beaver State Comic Con — Jun 12, 2027 – Jun 13, 2027, Redmond
Books with Pictures reviews
Is Books with Pictures well reviewed?
Books with Pictures has a 4.9-star average from 480 Google reviews. That ranks #2 of 9 rated comic book stores in Portland once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 9 rated comic book stores in Portland is 4.7 stars, so Books with Pictures is above the local average.
Frequently asked questions about Books with Pictures
Where is Books with Pictures located?
Books with Pictures is located in Portland, Oregon at 1401 SE Division St.
Does Books with Pictures sell back issues?
Yes, Books with Pictures 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 Books with Pictures?
Books with Pictures is a local comic book store in Portland, Oregon. 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 Books with Pictures open?
Books with Pictures's listed hours are: Monday 11 AM to 6 PM; Tuesday 11 AM to 6 PM; Wednesday 11 AM to 7 PM; Thursday 11 AM to 7 PM; Friday 11 AM to 7 PM; Saturday 10 AM to 7 PM; Sunday 10 AM to 6 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near Books with Pictures?
The closest are Books With Pictures in Portland (0.5 mi), Tasteecat Comics in Portland (0.6 mi), Excalibur Comics in Portland (0.7 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Books with Pictures
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