Comic Shop Spotlight: Fight or Flight Comics
Aug 31, 2015
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Fight or Flight Comics in Raleigh, NC.
OWNERS: Charles Covar, Casey Kelly, and Daniel Foust
MANAGER: Daniel Foust
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES: 3
YEAR OPENED: 2015
NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 1
STORE SIZE (SQ. FT): 2,497
Favorite Recent Comic Book: Descender, All-New X-Men, and Jem & The Holograms
How was your Halloween ComicFest event? Did not have one yet.
What has been your best promotion or event? Free Comic Book Day.
What recent changes have you made in the store? We move products and furniture all the time. We have a window display we change daily.
What steps have you taken to expand your customer base or to reach out to individuals unfamiliar with your store or comics in general? We do band and school boosters, we have a book club for discussion, and work to cross-promote our products. We have an excellent relationship with other comic shops in the area. Once a month, we have an artist in to meet fans and draw.
What are your plans for the near future? Adding a young person discussion group as well.
How did you choose your store name? A lot of arguing…
What superpower would you most like to have? Dazzler’s powers as in issue #40 during Secret Wars II.
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| This new shop features a number of island displays... | ...A well-lit interior with a spacious floor plan... |
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| ...And some nice wall and ceiling decor. All of which makes for an inviting comic shopping experience! | The new comic wall is easy to browse and features clear signage to alert customers to updated titles. |
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| Select trades and titles are highlighted along this wall. | The shop features a nice variety of manga. |
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| Top picks for all-ages titles are displayed on this table. | And young readers (or the young at heart) can find the latest all-ages issues along this wall. |
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