Outsider Comics is a queer, trans, woman of color owned local comic book store located in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle, WA. We cater to readers of all ages and experience levels, specialize in indie and local publishers, and are proud to host an LGBTQIA+ inclusive environment.You can find the latest graphic novels, zines and items made by local artists and crafters, geeky fashion and jewelry, games, gifts, and much more in our store. You can also find a curated selection of our inventory in our online store.

We have a 100% mask required policy. We ask that everyone over the age of 3 wear a face mask in the store. Free face masks are provided, but we appreciate it if you bring your own.

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Outsider Events


Join us for game nights, signings, book release, conventions, and more! You and check out our event calendar below for a quick glance at our upcoming events or visit/follow our Eventbrite page for more details and to RSVP for events.All our events are free and Eventbrite tickers are not required to attend most events, though we ask you to RSVP if possible since we are a small space and may need to cap event sizes if we have too many RSVPs.

Subscriptions and special orders

Subscribing to your favorite comics is the best way to support your local comic book store! You get comics regularly plus a discount on (almost) everything in the store for every active title you subscribe to!If you would like to start a new subscription or if you are a current subscriber and would like to make changes to or have questions about your subscription, please e-mail subscriptions@outsidercomics.com.---We don't have everything in stock because we don't have infinite space/money but we can probably special order it for you! Want us to special order something for you? Email us at subscriptions@outsidercomics.com! You don't have to be a subscriber for special orders, but subscribers get their usual discounts on special order items as well!

Store Policies (Returns, Etc.)

We accept returns on most items in new condition within 14 days of purchase for any reason. Refunds will be made in the form of store credit.What do we mean by new?
* If the item was shrink wrapped or sealed, the seal must not be broken.
* Books should be in unread condition.
* Clothing should be in unworn condition.
* The item should be undamaged.
* Basically, if we can sell it as new, then it's new!
If the item you got was defective or damaged in some way, we will gladly exchange it within 14 days of purchase! Just let us know and we'll get it fixed.The following items cannot be returned or exchanged:
* Single issue comics that are not in bag and board.
* Earrings, undergarments, and other similar items for sanitary reasons.
* Trading / collectible card games. (Magic, Pokemon, Flesh and Blood, etc.)
* Mystery boxes, blind boxes, mystery bags, mystery book bundles, etc.
Thanks for understanding and supporting your local small business!

Contact Information

Want to get in touch? E-mail us at info@outsidercomics.com; if you'd like a more immediate response, call us at (206) 535 8886 or visit us at 223 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 during out business hours.(If you call outside business hours and leave a message we will likely not get back to you any time soon because we're mentally ill millennials who cannot deal with voicemail.)

SundayNoon to 6 PM
MondayClosed
Tuesday1 PM to 6 PM
Wednesday1 PM to 6 PM
ThursdayClosed
Friday1 PM to 6 PM
SaturdayNoon to 6 PM