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May 04, 2017 free comic book day is this coming saturday, may 6, and various comic book stores are doing special giveaways and events. Due to the suspended distribution of new print titles by diamond comic distributors beginning april 1st amid the covid19 pandemic, marvel entertainment has decided not to release any new comic book titles digitally either. Wizkids reveals fcbd 2017 marvel heroclix exclusive. Dont forget to browse our fantastic collections of graphic novels and manga that are always available. Free comic book day postponed until summer 2020 ign. Sunday 12 pm to 6 pm monday 12 pm to 6 pm tuesday 12 pm to 6 pm wednesday 10 am to 10 pm thursday 10 am to 10 pm friday 10 am to 10 pm. Come in and we will help you find a new series that you will love. Covers revealed for marvels two free comic book day. May 05, 2018 there are things going on all over town, all day long, so make it a west end comics day but especially a gosh. As long as supplies last on may 2, well be giving away various comics donated by multiple comic book distributors.
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