One of my favorite past-times is the collection of used and new comics. I possess over 15 150 comic books that include first printings, autographed copies and graphic stories. Most all of my collection is super heroes. As with many small boys, comic books fascinated me. Journeys to unusual planets, strange beings bent on destroying earth just because they will be able to, and the super heroes who must stop the wise guys. If you take all of the elements wanted to draft a tale, shake and toss the concepts around, brainstorm and chuck in a little drama, then you were given a good story. I had comics growing up but never realized the potential market for it. Occasionally I find a comic that I especially remember reading as a kid and take a look at how much it is worth today. I'm amazed and a little insane that I didn't keep them. My current comic book collection began in the mid-1980's when cartoon books were only seventy-five cents .

I was living at home and paid tiny hire. I occurred to note a comic book store not far away from where I had worked. The better part was the comics that were reduced in cost. I might get bags full and read with pleasure into the diminutive hours of the morning. Other times I found autographed copies from the artists or writers and would buy those. When Batman and The Dark Knight series came out I was able to get all 4 first printings. Sadly they were taken, with some other valuable products. My comic collection contains a good deal of graphic stories.

I enjoy both the comic and the graphic novel. While I don't enter into that practice, if you believe the comics you purchase will be worth something, then by all possible means do it. I know some of my comics are worth money but that is not a consideration when I buy them. If I want to read a specific comic, and it is worth money, I'll read it anyhow. It may let down the price, but to reiterate, that's not why I buy them. A lot folk buy covers for their cartoon books. However, you wish to ensure the bags are acid free or it'll affect the appearance of your comics. Storing them in a dry, cool place is preferred. Boxes that are equal in size to the comic are a great idea since they bend extraordinarily simply. Folks collect cartoon books for varied reasons and it's great to find out how to look after them. The chance of comic books rising in value is tough to forecast, yet it can be done. It needs a bit of study and some luck but the danger is worthwhile to many folk. I collect cartoon books because I really like to read them and figure out how the hero will ultimately catch the criminal. No matter what the reason, cartoon books are a staple in our society.