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Indie comic shops in Washington

9 comic shops in Washington carry indie and small press comics, out of 67 comic shops we list in the state. Each one is here because a customer review or the shop's own website mentions indie or small press comics; the proof is under each shop. Call ahead before a long drive, since what a shop offers can change.

9Shops
6Cities
67All comic shops in WA

All 9 shops, by city

Comics Place

107 W Holly St

Buys comics Back issuesManga
4.8Rating
648Reviews
5Extras

Surprisingly big, good layout, has tons of great books (including indie publishers, weird graphic novels, and works by local artists), as well as a wide selection of games.

From a customer review

Action City Comics & Toys

2016 S 320th St Ste M

Back issuesFree Comic Book DayIndie & small press
4.8Rating
250Reviews
5Extras
Indie & small press: mentioned in 1 customer review

Subspace Comics

3333 184th St SW Ste g

Back issuesMangaIndie & small press
4.6Rating
254Reviews
4Extras

They did have a lot of indie comics bit I did not like the big two selection.

From a customer review

Danger Room Comics

201 4th Ave W

Back issuesMangaIndie & small press
4.7Rating
237Reviews
4Extras

There's a pretty wide selection of independent stuff and kid-friendly titles, as well as a few shelves for local zines.

From a customer review

Phoenix Comics & Games

113 Broadway E

Back issuesMangaSignings
4.6Rating
934Reviews
7Extras

I especially appreciated the specialty shelves for LGBTQ+ comic creators and spotlighting local creators.

★★★★★ Mike, Feb 2020

Outsider Comics

831 Hiawatha Pl S

MangaIndie & small press
4.8Rating
414Reviews
3Extras

Outsider Comics is an absolute gem of a shop, with a fantastic selection of indie titles and a welcoming, community-focused vibe.

★★★★★ Tanner, Mar 2026

Fantagraphics Bookstore And Gallery

1201 S Vale St

MangaIndie & small press
4.8Rating
205Reviews
2Extras

And the selection of indie comics and graphic novels available here is hard to beat!

From a customer review

Push/Pull

2000 NW Market St

Pull listsIndie & small press
4.8Rating
187Reviews
3Extras

The staff are always incredibly helpful and have given me great recommendations for zines and comics as well as art supplies.

From a customer review

Arcane Comics

1207 N 152nd St C

Back issuesMangaIndie & small press
4.8Rating
340Reviews
5Extras

(Making a box is super easy and I haven't had any issues in the time I've been coming here, they also really help support independent creators which is a huge plus for me)

From a customer review

Indie & small press in Washington, by city

The number is shops with indie or small press comics; each city link opens every comic shop we list there.

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