To some of us, owning a comic book store seems like a dream. We drool as Sheldon and Leonard browse through Stewart’s comic book store, and wish we had something like that here. Well, we do!

In 1993, Chris Zepeda, Carla and Dale Frost opened Excalibur in Shreveport, originally located on Mansfield Rd. Today it dwells 802 E. 70th St.

“Excalibur is a great source for comics,” said Excalibur shopper Robert Silvie, II. “Specifically, the back issue collection is excellent.”

In addition to comic books, Excalibur is home to graphic novels, collectors items, DND books, Magic cards, and baseball cards.

“Excalibur is for everyone,” said Zepeda. “For the comic readers, its the comic book store. For the card collectors, its the card store.”

Zepeda is always eager to help you find anything you are looking for. When he didn’t have “The Legend of Oz: The Wicked West” Vol. 1, he ordered it, and I had it in a week. If there is a series you read religiously, he will set it aside for you every time it comes out, similar to a subscription list. The store will also buy collection items from customers.

“My favorite part of owning a comic book store is being able to talk about comics all day with people who are really passionate about it,” said Zepeda. “I enjoy helping them fulfill their collections, and it’s fun when they discover a new series.”

“Since the early ‘90s, I have been a satisfied patron of Excalibur Comics, Cards and Games!,” said Brad Campbell. “Their selection of comic books, graphic novels, and collectibles is unmatched by any other retailer in the Shreveport-Bossier area. The exemplary staff is not only helpful and friendly, but they are also very knowledgeable of the products that they sell. It’s a fun place to shop.”

The store also has a lot to offer kids, as Zepeda has a daughter who loves sci-fi. Marvel and DC have younger versions of superheroes (Captain America is Zepeda’s favorite, due to his stance on “equality for the American dream”) and there’s always the reliable Archie Comics that have been around since the 40’s. They are always bringing out new things to get kids more interested in reading, including having My Little Pony graphic novels in its inventory…who knew?

You can also find Excalibur at our local Ark-La-Tex Comic Con, based in Texarkana, Texas, which just had its third annual comic con in September.

There is no other place like this in within a 70 mile radius. It is truly a place we geeks, nerds, dorks, collectors, gamers, and comic book readers alike can shop and call home.

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