Isle Of Comics in South Williamsport is one of the thousands of comic book shops around the world celebrating the largest event in the comic book industry on Saturday, August 14th: Free Comic Book Day (FCBD). Each year, thousands of participating stores give over six million comic books to millions of fans to introduce them to the wonders of comics.
“Free Comic Book Day is a great event for the whole community. Bringing everyone together, finding books for everyone to enjoy, and seeing people of all ages — children, teens, and adults — sharing our passion for comics is incredible,” said Tracey Yeagle, owner of Isle Of Comics, “Even if you’ve never picked up a comic book, we want to welcome everyone to Isle Of Comics on August 14th, because there are so many amazing comics this year and we can’t wait to share them”.

This is the 4th year Isle Of Comics celebrates FCBD, offering the community a fun, family-oriented event where everyone can find a comic they’ll enjoy. Stop by and meet award-winning Archie comic book artist Dan Parent, Dave Sharpe artist and letterer for Aftershock, DC, and Valiant, Darren Auck (Marvel – Ren & Stimpy and Rocko’s Modern Life), Howie Noel (South Williamsport Native – Image Comics), Bryn Allen, Mike Hunter, Topaz Strange, Kyle Witcoski, Jared Brown, and more local artists, writers, and creators.

“With awesome titles like Dan’s book Archie: Past, Present & Future Fun, Dave’s book We Live: the Last Days, and others like Spider-Man/Venom, Star Wars: High Republic, & Sonic the Hedgehog – just to name a few, we’re sure there’s a comic book for everyone,” Yeagle continued, “Comics are a fun and enduring form of entertainment for readers of all ages to dive into as imagination comes to life. Whether it be popular comics, film, television shows, or video games, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.”

Regular updates, information about comic books, and a list of participating publishers and their free comics are all online at http://www.freecomicbookday.com. Updates regarding Isle Of Comics’ event can also be found on their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/IsleOfComics.

Free Comic Book Day kicks off at 10:00 a.m. and runs until 4:00 p.m. at Isle Of Comics, 56 West Southern Avenue in South Williamsport. Call 570-322-4753, or follow us on Facebook & Instagram.

ABOUT FREE COMIC BOOK DAY — Celebrating its 20th year, Free Comic Book Day is the comic book specialty market’s annual event where participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely free to anyone who comes into their comic shops. The event is usually held the first Saturday in May, but due to COVID has been rescheduled for later in the year. It is the perfect opportunity to introduce friends and family to the many worlds of wonder available at local comic book shops. From super-heroes to horror to action/adventure and beyond, Free Comic Book Day has a comic book for everyone.