Bookmans Celebrates Will Eisner Week!
“Will Eisner Week is held every March celebrating comics, graphic novel literacy, free speech, and the legacy of Will Eisner. Will Eisner Week is one of our favorite celebration weeks of the year. Not only does it allow us to spotlight some of our favorite…
Which Fictional School Do You Want to Attend?
It’s back-to-school season and, amidst bemoaning the end of summer, we can’t help but think how much more fun school would be at one of these fictional institutions of learning. Life-threatening? Who cares? At least you won’t be falling asleep on your desk. We couldn’t…
Bookmans Interviews: Author Gene Luen Yang!
OMG, you guys! Bookmans had the HUGE privilege of speaking with the fantastic author and illustrator Gene Luen Yang this week. We cannot express how much this interview has been a tremendous boon for Bookmans. We had TWO Bookmans marketing team members talk to Mr….
Wait, What? Trivia!
One of my absolute favorite things about working at Bookmans is being able to turn my hobbies into my job. From hosting book clubs, weekly rounds of Dungeons and Dragons, and talking to customers about everything from TV shows to the latest R&B album that…
Disney+ Service: the Series I’ll Subscribe For
When Disney first announced it’s new subscription streaming service Disney+, I let out an audible groan. Is this what we needed most in a streaming world monopolized by companies like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon? Another service to willingly throw our money at? I’ve gone a…
MCU’s Phase 4 Breakdown
This weekend, the Marvel teams laid a WHOLE LOT of news on us at once about Phase 4 at San Diego Comic-Con. The unveiling of their future plans for Phase 4, introducing new characters, the blockbuster actors playing them, and the movies they are currently…
Survival Tips for Phoenix Fan Fusion
Its almost the end of May and those of us who like to geek out in the Phoenix area knows what that means. It’s time for Phoenix Fan Fusion and it’s going to get hot! It’s so exciting and there are so many awesome things…
Countdown to Phoenix Fan Fusion
We are 2 days away from the premiere pop-culture convention in Arizona, Phoenix Fan Fusion (formerly Phoenix Comic Con)! We’re talking about an event so big that it engulfs Downtown Phoenix in geek. That is the entirety of the Phoenix Convention Center along with its exterior. Join…
Geeking Out on Sequels
I have some feelings come up every time yet another sequel movie sequel is announced or released. Emotions such as disgust followed by an eye roll. Usually, once the initial feeling has passed, I settle on a sense of nostalgia because I can go back,…
***CONTEST CLOSED*** Ticket Tuesday – Howard the Duck with All Puppet Players!
***CONTEST CLOSED*** Have you ever wanted to see Howard The Duck on the big screen with wise-cracking puppets? The All Puppet Players are here to help you fulfill your cult-classic film fantasy with their puppets as they scream at the screen, crack jokes, and basically…
Are You Ready for the Endgame?
Are you ready for the Endgame? I’m counting the days until April 26th. I purchased my tickets. I am ready. In the meantime, however, I’ve been reading all the graphic novels and immersing myself in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). I also recently rewatched most…
The Best Star Wars Merch for Millennial Kids
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away… Star Wars: A 7.5-billion-dollar franchise. Since 1977, Star Wars has ruled the galaxy. With books, toys, novelties, video games, tv series, and of course the movies, Star Wars has inspired millions. Here is a list…
Freebie Friday: Win Passes to Thor: Ragnarok 3D
**CONTEST CLOSED**October is Frightful Fall at Bookmans and what better way to celebrate than with a bone-chilling superhero/action hero movie? We are giving away FOUR passes to the 3D screening of Thor: Ragnarok on October 30th at 7 P.M. at Harkins Arizona Mills IMAX!
Geeking Out At Bookmans Mesa
Have you wondered what it is like to be as close to paradise as humanly possible? If you haven’t been in our stores lately, now is the time to come back. Whether you are a collector, birthday shopping or doing some early holiday shopping, we have…
Comic Books | Read Em’ Before You See Em’
Bookmans is all about celebrating your inner geek. From Dungeon Masters to Sith Lords and creative cosplayers, all members of the geekosphere are welcome at our stores. That’s why we’ve devoted an entire month to celebrating all thinks geek! Comics are just a small slice of the…
Comic Books | Read Em' Before You See Em'
Bookmans is all about celebrating your inner geek. From Dungeon Masters to Sith Lords and creative cosplayers, all members of the geekosphere are welcome at our stores. That’s why we’ve devoted an entire month to celebrating all thinks geek! Comics are just a small slice of the…
Dear DC, If We May Make A Suggestion. | Bookmans
Whether you liked, loved or loathed the recent incarnation of the worlds greatest detective, DC’s golden boy or the rest of the Super Friends, we can all agree that these films are not doing well. Batman Vs. Superman was not the launch point studio execs had…
Dear DC, If We May Make A Suggestion. | Bookmans
Whether you liked, loved or loathed the recent incarnation of the worlds greatest detective, DC’s golden boy or the rest of the Super Friends, we can all agree that these films are not doing well. Batman Vs. Superman was not the launch point studio execs had…
Graphic Novels With Girl Power
If you haven’t heard by now we’re here to tell you graphic novels are all the rage. Marvel, DC, Image, Top Shelf, Dark Horse and their characters are only the tip of the paneled iceberg. There are more graphic novel distributors, stories and film adaptations than…
Let Your Geek Flag Fly
So much cool stuff happens in May! The weather warms, we celebrate our mothers and Bookmans gets pumped for all things geeky. Bookmans loves to party and not just in our stores. With Phoenix Comicon right around the corner, what better time than now to…