Horizon Comics and Collectibles

Like many people, I was initially surprised when Horizon Comics changed from a traditional walk-in comic shop to a membership-based subscription model. Change isn't always easy, and I understand why some people were disappointed. That said, I think many of the recent one-star reviews are really reactions to the business model changing rather than the quality of the service itself. As someone who became a member, I can honestly say the experience has been overwhelmingly positive. The level of customer service has increased dramatically. The owners know what I collect, communicate with me regularly, help me track down books I'm looking for, and provide a level of personalized service that simply wasn't possible under the old model. The membership tiers are flexible, and the entry-level option costs about the same as buying a couple of comics each month. For collectors, that's an incredible value considering the tailored service you receive. Will this model be for everyone? No, and that's okay. If you're someone who just wants to walk into a store, grab a comic, and leave with minimal interaction, there are other comic shops in the Antelope Valley and countless online retailers that can meet that need. But if you're a serious collector who values personalized recommendations, pull list management, and owners who genuinely invest in helping you build your collection, Horizon Comics has created something special. In an era when brick-and-mortar comic shops are struggling to survive, they've chosen to differentiate themselves by focusing on customer relationships rather than trying to compete with online discount retailers. For me, the change has been a huge improvement, and I wholeheartedly recommend at least looking into one of the membership options. I'm glad I made the switch, and I hope this approach helps keep a great local comic shop thriving for years to come.

It used to be a nice place to go with family and friends but it’s closed to the public now and open to people with subscriptions only. Hopefully they add a day for people who can’t afford the monthly subscription in their life but still want to go to their local comic shop.

Seemed closed?! By appointment only? How do you become a member? Weird new policy when we stopped by not sure how to access the store now >_

I love the shop, but being closed on new comic book day two weeks in a row is wild. It takes me almost an hour to get to the shop and I pulled up last week right at 10. Locked. No sign. Waited 20 minutes. Nobody. Ran an errand and came back at 11ish. An employee showed up and said they were closed because the owner wasn't there. I don't know why the other employees can't sell books. This left a pretty bad taste in my mouth. Had to give my money to Bases down the road. At least there was a sign the second week, but man. On new comic book day is a WILD choice.

Really nice shop. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Good selection of new comics and back issues, even some CGC slabs if you're into collecting those. You can do a pull list using comicshub.... purchases earn 10% reward points that can be saved and used on future purchases.