Sift Through Half A Million Comics At Third Planet Sci-Fi Superstore In Texas
By Katie Lawrence|Published June 14, 2022
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
Picture this: it’s late and you have school in the morning, but instead of sleeping, you’re camped out under the covers, flashlight in hand, reading a comic book. If your childhood looked anything like that, your own personal paradise is waiting at Third Planet Sci-Fi Superstore in Houston. One of the best comic book stores in Texas, this 8,000-square-foot institution is stocked with roughly 70,000 comics, plus other vintage items sci-fi fans are sure to love.
Shelves lined with comic books extend from right near the front entrance to the back wall, with nearly 70,000 to choose from (plus hundreds of thousands more in warehouses.)
Try as you might to stay frugal, chances are you'll come home with more than you bargained for. After all, who could say no to an original Superman or Wonder Woman action figure?
The store regularly holds sales in which items are heavily discounted, so keep an eye out if you're looking to score some good deals.
Stock up on all your favorite comics for an epic binge-a-thon that will take you back to the good old days of reading under the covers with a flashlight.
While you're at it, snag some playing cards, games, and even clothing - all sci-fi and/or fantasy related, of course.
Visit the store's website or Facebook page for more information, including current hours.
Have you ever been to Third Planet Sci-Fi Superstore? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience. Tell us in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for another of the best comic book stores in Texas.
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