Melbourne’s All Star Comics store has been crowned best in the world, scoring the Spirit of Comics Retailer Award at the 26th annual Eisner Awards in the US.

Held annually at San Diego Comic-Con, the world’s most prestigious comic book event, the Oscar-like awards celebrate the best of the industry, from comic book writers, artists and storylines to the bricks and mortar retailers.

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Lonsdale Street’s All Star Comics shares this year’s award with Legend Comics & Coffee in Nebraska.

All Stars co-owner Mitchell Davies, who set up shop with best friend and business partner Troy Varker in February 2011, says they are overwhelmed by the recognition, from their second consecutive nomination.



“I can count on one hand the things I’ve won in my life,” Davies said on Monday. “This is huge. It’s still sinking in, but it’s awesome.”