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Sparkplug Books

Alternative Comics Publications

Wow Cool has been publishing and distributing the finest comics, zines, music and more since 1988. We specializes in indie comic books and graphic novels, with a large selection of Image, Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, Fantagraphics, Drawn & Quarterly, manga, children’s and young adult books. Our header art is by Andy Ristaino.

Visit our Outlets in Upstate New York

  • Wow Cool @ Paper Moon

    Paper Moon is Troy’ finest newstand, bookstore and event host. Wow Cool supplies most of the comic book and graphic novel selection. Online orders are available for pickup at Paper Moon.

    42 4th St., Troy, NY 12180

    Paper Moon 

  • Cromulent Comics

    Free Comic Book Day
    Saturday, May 3 9am-4pm
    10% 0ff Sparkplug & Alternative

    Cromulent hosts a whole section of Sparkplug Books and Alternative Comics publications.

    362 Congress Street Troy NY 12180

    Cromulent Comics 

  • Wow Cool @ Braveheart

    Wow Cool curates the comics section at Braveheart Books in Stephentown, NY. An amazing selection of used books, comics, records, jewelry, home decor, name brand clothing and more in two buildings! Braveheart is closed for the season. They reopen on Saturday, May 3.


    874 State Route 43, Stephentown, New York 12169-1917

    Braveheart Books