About jim hanleys universe since 1985, jim hanleys universe has been americas best and most progressive comic book store. Help new yorks jhu comics shop stay in manhattan and move. Thats jim hanleys universe of course, or jhu comics as it is now known. Since jim hanleys universe first opened its doors in 1985, it has become one of new york citys and the countrys most preeminent retailers of comic books, graphic novels, and related merchandise. Jim hanleys universe shopping in midtown west, new york. Since 1985, jim hanleys universe has been americas best and most progressive comic book store. This past friday, as the nation inaugurated its 45 th president. Growing up, going to a comic book store was one of the main things that i looked forward to. Then, yesterday, to keep the party going, joseph phillip illidge and n. In addition to the giveaway books, jim hanleys universe had several comic book creators as guests. Jim hanleys universe is a great comic store located down the block from madison square garden. Jim hanleys universe ltd inc was founded in 1985, and is located at 299b new dorp ln in staten island.
The entry is present with us since sep 9, 2010 and was last updated on nov 14, 20. At jim hanleys universe, we work extra hard to stock the full range of comic titles and related merchandise that is available today. Sikoryak was on deck, signing copies of his dark satirical comic book pamphlet the unquotable trump. Jim hanleys universe has operated for over 20 years as new yorks premier shop for comics and related collectibles.
Back in my teen years i was a regular visitor to jim hanleys universe. Some of the more seasoned comic collectors might recognize the store from the days when it was called jim hanleys universe, founded in 1985, by the eponymous store owner whose opinion on all things comic bookrelated is still respected today. City since 20 and the owners worked at the legendary jim hanleys universe, which originated on staten island in 1985, before that. The service could be a little better but this is a tremendous place to shop for comic related material. Jim hanleys universe will also be extending their store hours on may 4th as they host a special midnight signing with famed comic book author, robert kirkman.
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Writer greg pak herc, upcoming batmansuperman signs at jim hanleys universe on wednesday, april 10 beginning at 6. Jim hanleys universe 4 w 33rd st new york, ny mapquest. Jim hanleys universe prides itself on being the place, where art and literature meet, carrying a varied assortment of old comics, new comics, independently published comics and graphic novels, art books, and books covering all aspects of popular culture as well as other comic book related merchandise. Jim hanleys universe what the world needs now is comic book stores, sweet comic book stores. Jim hanleys universe is a comic book shop in the new york area. Jhu comic books manhattan 481 3rd ave at the corner of 33rd, next to true value hardware new york, new york 212 2687088 store hours. It has a large selection of new books and a reasonable sized back issue section at the back of the store. New york citys premier comic books store, with locations in manhattan and staten island. This episode takes a look at superstar comic book artist jim lee from his first work on samurai santa through his marvel work including xmen to. With locations in manhattan and staten island, we have catered to the needs of comic fans in the tristate area and the world over. Now over two decades in the making, jim hanleys universe is a comic book store for comic book fans.
We open at 12, come early for the best selection of free comics. I was in new york city at the start of the week on business and had enough time to stop in at jim hanleys universe a comic book store that focuses on comics. Founded in 1985 by jim hanley and rich hafstead, jim hanleys universe revolutionized the direct market industry with well stocked, well lit and clean stores, and. Solarman signing at jim hanleys universe nyc graphic.
Jim hanleys universe staten island location closed by. Jhu the descendant of jim hanleys universe, is one of the most famed. Jim hanleys universe becomes part of a much larger comic book. One of the jim hanleys universe locations in manhattan. The store is stocked with everything from mainstream comics like dc and marvel to kids comics, international comics, manga, graphic novels, small press, indie comics and mini comics. Jim hanleys universe welcomes animation veterans ricky. So when you go to pick your comics up there keep a careful eye on the checkout staff. Free in celebration of 2011 new york comic con jim hanleys universe will be hosting a huge signing event featuring a variety of creators from a selection of innovative titles, signing copies of their latest books will be ben mccool pigs, choker, nathan edmondson who is jake. Kirkman, known for his humorous and engaging stories, is the writer behind such popular comics as the walking dead and marvel zombies. Jim hanleys universe celebrates free comic book day cbr. Robert venditti, jose luis garcialopez, dan slott, and chriscross. So, im asking everyone in the nyc comic book reading area to come to jhu this week and spend some money.
Even though its a larger store, jim hanleys universe does a great job of catering to more alternative tastes, with a good selection of independent and international comics and art booksafter all, it respects the comic as an art in all its various forms. Im not a big fan of shopping but im a sucker for a good comic book store. One which the president himself designated for losers. We wanted customers to buy their comics from us, for. I read a lot of the original valiant titles back when i was in high school and college. Jhu comic books 481 3rd ave, new york, new york 10016 rated 4. Jhu comic books have been serving comic book fans in new york. Jim hanleys universe has just about anything youd be looking for in the comic cosmos, probably the broadest selection in the city, especially considering its tireless pursuit of rare independent. Venditti is the writer helming the relaunch of xo manowar from valiant comics. Jhu comic books brands itself as the store where art and literature meet.
However, the staff will be opening a new location with a new name. Jim hanleys universe new york, new york insider pages. They have hundreds if not thousands of different graphic novels as well as tens of thousands of comic books. At our staten island store, from 1 to 3 pm, comic book artist rich perrotta will be signing his comics scissor sisters and hacksaw. Jim hanleys universe is a name comic fans growing up in new york city will know well and now that legacy is in danger of going kaput. Well, in todays issue, harley has words for one of manhattans most famous comic stores, as she is kidnapped by someone posing as a police officer, with nefarious intent. Jim hanleys universe can be found at new dorp ln 325. Jim hanley s is the only reason i will go anywhere near midtown or at least voluntarily. Equal weight is giving between new releases and a respectable stock of back issues, and, like the true aficionados that they are, they take great care to. But many know it for its illustrious history under another name. In all of the 35 plus years ive been reading comic books, not once have i ever read a superhero story set in my old home town of east new york in brooklyn, new yorkand if anyone knows of any others please let me know. With locations in manhattan and staten island, we have catered to the needs of comic. I could spend hours in the comic book store, running around the aisles from the new arrivals in the dc world of batman, to the cutesy teen girl anime section with my business partner, mallory blair we like.
Jim hanleys universe has been new yorks premier comic book retailer for over 20 years. Midtown comics and jim hanleys universe are open for business the beat. Yes, support your local comic store, take care of your pulls if you have them, but stop by jim hanleys universe on 33rd street and buy something. Since 1985, jim hanleys universe has been one of the best comic book stores. Steven harris were on site, at jim hanleys universe. Jim hanleys universe celebrates comic book all stars week. Jim hanleys universe at 299 new dorp ln, staten island, ny 10306. Toward that end, we sat down for an extended interview with nick purpura, the general manager of jim hanleys universe. Jim hanleys universe best place for comic books in new.
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