This year Free Comic Book Day is extended, and takes place July 15 – September 9, 2020. In an effort to support and nurture specialty comic book shops, to introduce new (and former) readers to the medium, and to thank current comic book readers for their support, participating stores will be giving out free (!!) comics all day!

Special edition comics will be available geared towards new readers. There will be a wide selection of comics and genres available, from traditional super-hero adventures from the big two Marvel and DC, lighter fare from Archie Comics and Disney, as well as manga and works from independent publishers.

Since its inception in 2002, Free Comic Book Day has grown into an event here in the Rocket City, with special appearances by various cos-playing groups, conventioneers, and die-hard fans. Of course, this year is a bit different, and there will be little to no IRL events due to Covid-19. But these local comic shops still want to celebrate and would love for you to drop by – with your favorite superhero masks, of course!

While there, please support the industry and buy some comics. Knowledgeable staff will be on hand to offer recommendations for all ages (youngsters, pre-teens/teens, and the young-at-heart).

The Comics

You can get the full list of free comics available HERE.



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Below are listings of stores in Huntsville and Madison County, special events and promotions, as well as recommendations of what to get for each age group: youngster, pre-teen to teen, and adult. If you enjoy the free comics, also check out other suggested titles for sale.

The Deep Comics & Games

Address: 2310 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville (map)

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Phone: 256-532-1292

Special Events/Promotions : Usually, The Deep celebrates big during Free Comic Book Day, but due to Covid19 there will be no special in-person events this year.

: Usually, The Deep celebrates big during Free Comic Book Day, but due to Covid19 there will be no special in-person events this year. Free Comics to Get : There will be new free comic selections available each week. Check back with them weekly or on their Facebook Page to find out titles.

: There will be new free comic selections available each week. Check back with them weekly or on their Facebook Page to find out titles. Recommendations to Buy: For kids: Mega Man, Sonic the Hedgehog, My Little Pony, The Powerpuff Girls. For younger readers: Silk, Spider-Gwen, Batgirl, and Star Wars.

Haven Comics

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Address: 1871 Slaughter Rd Suite S, Madison (map)

Phone: 256-430-0505



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Josh Olive owns Haven Comics and knows how important comics can be to kids. “I remember vividly my first comic book (X-Men #133), and putting a comic book in the hands of a kid who has never read one before is really special to me. If one kid develops a love of reading from that, it’s all worth it to me!”

owns Haven Comics and knows how important comics can be to kids. “I remember vividly my first comic book (X-Men #133), and putting a comic book in the hands of a kid who has never read one before is really special to me. If one kid develops a love of reading from that, it’s all worth it to me!” Special Events/Promotions : Haven usually goes all-out for FCBD, but also opted to forgo IRL events in 2020.

: Haven usually goes all-out for FCBD, but also opted to forgo IRL events in 2020. Free Comics to Get: My Little Pony, X-Men, Power Rangers, Astrix, The Weirn Books, and more! Selection will change daily.

2nd & Charles in Madison

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Address: 8040 Highway 72 West, Madison (map)

Phone: 256-864-9001

Special Events/Promotions : No special in-person events this year.

: No special in-person events this year. Free Comics to Get: Look for the Free Comics boxes at each register when you check out!

My Comic Recommendations

I must admit I am not current on comics but here is a list of series/graphic novels I have enjoyed over the years.

Lone Wolf and Cub – this father/son story is a clear favorite

Roller Girl – Twelve-year-old Astrid navigates junior high and chases her dream of being a “Roller Girl”.

Saga – Two soldiers from opposite sides of a galactic war risk everything for their child.

Fables – The mysterious Adversary conquers storybook fairytales and legends, causing Show White, Cinderella, the Big Bad Wolf, et al. to escape to New York City.

Persepolis – a young girl’s memoir of growing up in Iran under the Islamic Revolution.

If you have any other recommendations, please leave them in the comments.

Happy reading!