The Art Of Business:
ALTERNATE REALITY COMICS
At 4800 S. Maryland Pkwy. In Las Vegas is a portal to worlds beyond the one we know. This portal to dimensions undreamed in the minds of most mortals is the comic and memorabilia shop called Alternate Reality Comics. Ralph Mathieu the owner of the shop has been running it since taking ownership in 1995.
The store has a wide range of comics and trade paperbacks, as well as, a large selection of manga titles. As you walk in, many collectable sculptures and action figures line the shelves behind the counter, while a selection of comic related t-shirts are displayed, for those who want to proclaim their fan-dom in a more fashionable light.
With a friendly and helpful manner, Ralph always seeks to bring the latest titles to his steady flow of customers. Ever knowledgeable about the comic industry, Ralph does his best to keep his clientele up on the latest in’s and out’s of an ever growing industry that spans everything from top grossing films, straight to DVD animated releases, video games, collectables, and apparel. On any occasion you will enter the store walking into a discussion on the merits of the latest comic property to make it to the big screen, or a recently released animation production.
Yet, Alternate Reality is more than just a store to shop for comics, it is a place where collectors and enthusiasts gather to share their thoughts on the latest trends and news of an industry always in transition. From caveman walls to web-comics man has always told tales, of the creative visions of the fantastic. Alternate Reality Comics is a place where the creative visions of the imagination touch hands with the realities of our minds, and take us on journeys to galaxies light years away, yet as close as the turn of a page.
Though mostly dealing with currently published fair, Ralph does keep a wall of more out of print titles, for those shopping for back issues. He also doesn’t hesitate to recommend other shops that cater more to back issues; should a customer be questing for a particular issue to add to their collection. Other in shop collectables include Ralph’s own collected Wall of original artwork from some of the industries top professionals some of whom he has hosted at the stores many signings, and events like “Free Comic Book Day”.
From books celebrating art greats like Jack “KING” Kirby and Frank Frazetta, to ground breaking trade paperbacks such as WATCHMEN and V For VENDETTA, Alternate Reality Comics is the place to stay on top of what’s going on in the manifold worlds of the comic book industry. So if you’re in need of a break from the days mundane pursuits take a trip to 4800 S. Maryland Pkwy, and immerse yourself in a new reality. The new reality of the many worlds held within the doors of Alternate Reality Comics. You may also contact them on the web at: http://alternaterealitycomics.net . or call at:702 736 3673