Encounter

Allentown, Pennsylvania's comic book community has a dedicated home at Encounter, located at 811 Union Blvd. The shop operates throughout the week, opening its doors Monday through Sunday, making it accessible to collectors and readers across the full schedule. A phone number and website are listed for the shop.

Like many local comic shops, Encounter serves as a gathering point where enthusiasts can browse new weekly releases, explore back-issue bins, and connect with fellow fans. These neighborhood retailers often maintain pull lists and subscription services for regular customers, stock trade paperbacks alongside single issues, and create informal spaces for the comics community to meet and share their interests.