Celebrating Free Comic Book Day in Castro Valley

in Castro Valley is one of thousands of comic book shops around the world celebrating the comic book art form on Saturday, May 5.

On Free Comic Book Day, over 3.3 million comic books will be given away by participating stores, introducing as many people as possible to the wonders of comic books!

“The wide array of comic books being published today ensures that readers of all ages — children, teens, and adults — can find something appropriate that will stir their imaginations,” said Mike Cresser, owner of Crush Comics.

Celebrating its eleventh year, Free Comic Book Day has proven to be a smashing success, spreading the word that comics are terrific reading.

“Even if you have never picked up a comic book, stop into Crush Comics because you never know what you will end up finding,” Cresser said.

"We at Crush Comics want to spread the word that comics are perfect for today’s times," Cresser continued. "Comic books and graphic novels are considered hip, hot and smart. Comic Books have propelled to the front ranks of pop culture, many being adapted into movies. The first weekend of May is going to be a big day in the comic book world.”

Regular updates, information about comic books, and a list of participating publishers and their free comics are all online at www.FreeComicBookDay.com.

Free Comic Book Day kicks off at 11 a.m. and runs until 6:30 p.m. at Crush Comics located at 2869 Castro Valley Blvd in Castro Valley (next to the Chabot Theatre).