One membership. Two hundred shops behind it.
Retailer membership is the core of ComicsPRO. It gets you the group rates, the education, the members-only offers, and a vote on what the organization does next.
Storefront retailers only. At least one physical location, actively selling comics.
Retailer membership
ComicsPRO Member Benefits
With ComicsPRO you are a part of a community of comics professionals, as a trade organization, we can give our members great opportunities.
Education year-round
Classes and roundtables at the Annual Conference, plus programming through the year and the members’ resource library. Certifications and workshops including 2026’s Kid Lit Conference.
Members-only promotions
Special books and variant editions offered by publishers exclusively to ComicsPRO members, especially around the Annual Conference.
Retailer Mentoring
Paired with retailers who have already solved the problem you have this week. Run by members, for members.
A vote and a voice
A vote at the annual membership meeting, and representation when publishers or distributors make decisions that affect storefronts.
Exclusive Member Benefits
- Discounts at suppliers and merchandise vendors.
- Exclusive access to members only zoom calls with publishers and creators.
Industry Accomplishments
Together members have worked with publishers and distributors to improve communication and set standards, including the COMET metadata standard, run logistical support for Free Comic Book Day partners, 24-Hour Comic Day and Local Comic Shop Day, and funded the Binc charity auction year after year.
How joining works
ComicsPRO is a vetted organization. That is deliberate. It is what lets the board say it speaks for real storefronts. Here is the whole process, start to finish.
You apply and pay
Fill in your shop details and pay the annual dues. Your membership is created immediately, in a provisional state.
The board reviews it
A director confirms you operate a storefront actively selling comics. This is the vetting step, and it is the reason membership means something.
You’re activated
Your membership goes live. Gated resources, the by-laws, members-only offers, and the group programs all unlock.
You renew annually
We remind you before your renewal date and you can update your payment details yourself. No lapse, no chasing.
Are you eligible?
- You operate at least one physical storefront
- That store actively sells comics
- You’ve invested money, time and industry experience in it
Membership Types
Available now
Retailer
For storefront comic retailers. Full access, full benefits, and a vote.
$299.99
Per year · $149.99 international
In development
More membership types
As of mid-2026, ComicsPRO has a working group dedicated to establishing tiers of membership that will include a broader set of stakeholders in comics retail.
Is this you? Tell us about yourself, and sign up for updates on this project!
Mailing list TBD
Start your application
Takes a few minutes. You’ll pay the annual dues at the end, and your membership sits provisional until a director confirms your storefront.
Ready to apply?
Applications open online soon. Until then, email todd@comicspro.org with your shop name and address and we’ll get you started.