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Meet the Yuan Twins at Speeding Bullet Comics
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Matt and John Yuan will visit Speeding Bullet Comics from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24!
Matt and John Yuan are comic creators, writers, artists, and actors who work extensively in both comics and television.
Fans may recognize them from appearances in shows and films like Observe and Report, Arrested Development, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., where they played the Chang brothers in the Marvel series.
The twins began self-publishing creator-owned comic books in 2012 and created titles including Serving Supes, Inspector Oh, Love Town, and more!
The brothers also serve as Deputy Publishers for 1First Comics, where they help to continue the legacy of one of indie comics’ longest-tenured publishers.
Celebrate 28 years of Speeding Bullet!
Saturday, June 6, 2026
We are bringing Oklahoma comic creator Don Rosencrans and Oklahoma poet Joshua Walker to the shop as part of our 28th anniversary celebration on June 13! Speeding Bullet officially began on June 8, 1998, following in the footsteps of the previous Millennium Books and Archives Norman.
Don and Joshua will sign from noon-3 p.m. on Saturday, June 13 to help us celebrate 28 years of the store!
Don, a longtime Oklahoma independent comic creator, will be signing the third and concluding issue of his comic book “Dreamscape.” The story features high school student Micah, who has been whisked away to the Dreamscape: a surreal place where spirits go when they sleep — or pass away.
Joshua Walker is an Oklahoma City poet, writer, and creator known online as The Last Bard. His work has appeared in Potomac Review, Solarpunk Magazine, Southern Florida Poetry Journal, Kelp Review, Libre, and numerous other publications. He is the author of The Least Weird Person Awake and has built an audience of more than 310,000 followers across social media. His work blends humor, surrealism, speculative fiction, and poetry to explore the strange corners of everyday life.
The Least Weird Person Awake is a surreal narrative poetry collection that follows one increasingly bizarre night through the eyes of a man who may be the only normal person in a profoundly abnormal world.
Celebrate 28 years of Speeding Bullet!
Saturday, June 6, 2026
We are bringing Oklahoma comic creator Don Rosencrans and Oklahoma poet Joshua Walker to the shop as part of our 28th anniversary celebration on June 13! Speeding Bullet officially began on June 8, 1998, following in the footsteps of the previous Millennium Books and Archives Norman.
Don and Joshua will sign from noon-3 p.m. on Saturday, June 13 to help us celebrate 28 years of the store!
Don, a longtime Oklahoma independent comic creator, will be signing the third and concluding issue of his comic book “Dreamscape.” The story features high school student Micah Parsons, who has been whisked away to the Dreamscape: a surreal place where spirits go when they sleep — or pass away.
Joshua Walker is an Oklahoma City poet, writer, and creator known online as The Last Bard. His work has appeared in Potomac Review, Solarpunk Magazine, Southern Florida Poetry Journal, Kelp Review, Libre, and numerous other publications. He is the author of The Least Weird Person Awake and has built an audience of more than 310,000 followers across social media. His work blends humor, surrealism, speculative fiction, and poetry to explore the strange corners of everyday life.
The Least Weird Person Awake is a surreal narrative poetry collection that follows one increasingly bizarre night through the eyes of a man who may be the only normal person in a profoundly abnormal world.
Ink and Draw is on June 7!
Thursday, June 4, 2026
The latest Norman-based “Ink and Draw” will be held from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 7 at Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N Porter Ave. in Norman. The event is hosted in conjunction with the Oklahoma Comic Arts Foundation.
All comic-book creators, amateur, professional, and everywhere in-between are welcome. Come to the shop and discuss your comic-book work with other creatives, ask questions or just work on your scripts or drawing!
‘Supergirl’ is focus of May book club
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
In connection with the Pioneer Library, Speeding Bullet Comics will host a book club discussion at 6 p.m. May 21.
This month’s book is “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow” from Tom King and Bilquis Evely.
The book description is as follows:
Her planet was destroyed. Sent to Earth to protect a baby cousin who never needed saving. Forever living in his shadow. The “Supergirl” to his Superman. But when Kara is sought out by an alien seeking revenge on who destroyed her world, everything changes. She will need to embark on a mission across space to find herself, defy her pasts, and face her future. From Tom King and Bilquis Evely comes a character-defining cosmic masterpiece for the ages.
The Book Club sessions are hosted by Dave Brown and designed for adults.
‘Art of the Rise of TMNT’ author set for Saturday signing
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
“The Art of the Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” author Colin Stein will be at Speeding Bullet from noon - 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 16!
He’ll be signing his book, answering questions about the show, the Turtles and other items of interest! He’ll also have some exclusive merch on hand, so be sure to make it out on Saturday for this event!
We’re excited to be part of the promotion for this art book celebrating the animated series that launched in 2018.
Book Description: From preproduction sketches to final episode designs, this book offers fans an inside look at the creative process that brought Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to life. Discover concept art, character development, and background designs that capture the series’ distinct style. Featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes commentary from the cast and crew, and the evolution of iconic characters like Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo, and April, this collection celebrates the innovation that made the show a standout in the franchise.
Ink and draw set for May 17!
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
The latest Norman-based “Ink and Draw” will be held from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 17 at Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N Porter Ave. in Norman. The event is hosted in conjunction with the Oklahoma Comic Arts Foundation.
All comic-book creators, amateur, professional, and everywhere in-between are welcome. Come to the shop and discuss your comic-book work with other creatives, ask questions or just work on your scripts or drawing! This month, mentors Jeff Provine and Breyden Boyd are set to be on hand to answer questions and review portfolios!
Free Comic Book Day is May 2, 2026!
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Free Comic Book Day is a day to explore new worlds, meet unforgettable characters, and share the love of comics with friends and family. On Saturday, May 2, 2026, visit Speeding Bullet to grab selected free titles and discover even more from the world of comics!
Get free comics and take your picture with Superman and other costumed heroes!
Speeding Bullet Comics will also have several comic-book creators on hand to share in the fun!
Scheduled to appear are Michael Adams (Kung-Fu Legume), Breyden Boyd (Shape Man), and S.A. McClung (Displacements: Oasis).
Speeding Bullet Comics co-owner Annette Price will kick off the day with a Norman Education Town Hall, co-hosted with fellow NPS Board Member Alex Ruggiers, at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Development Center at 225 N Webster Ave. (formerly the Norman Public Library).
Those interested can discuss thoughts and ideas about Norman education at the Education Town Hall, then come to Speeding Bullet Comics for free comics on Free Comic Book Day! Speeding Bullet is a sponsor of this Education Town Hall!
This year Speeding Bullet is participating in Free Comic Book Day as well as the simultaneous Comics Giveaway Day — both events will run until 6 p.m. at Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N Porter Ave. in Norman, Oklahoma! (Some publishers remain Free Comic Book Day publishers; others will be labeled as Comics Giveaway Day.)
See you there!
Join us for the Central Oklahoma Independent Bookstore Crawl!
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Independent Bookstore Weekend is this weekend!
Independent Bookstore Weekend is coming up on April 24-26, and Speeding Bullet is celebrating along with several great Central Oklahoma bookstores! Get your passport stamped and enjoy several great specials during the Central Oklahoma Independent Bookstore Crawl!
Follow @centralokbookstorecrawl on Instagram for more info and the complete list of participating shops!
As part of the event, prose author and filmmaker B. Glynn Kimmey will sign copies of his book “Children of the Neon Bamboo” from 11-4 on Saturday, April 25 at Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N. Porter Ave. in Norman, OK.
In the novel, a Gen-Xer stumbles through his retelling of the wild, summer adventure of 1990 when in the pursuit of the new Sega Genesis, he and a friend entangle themselves in a cross-country fight over a long-lost ancient samurai sword.
Closed for Easter
Friday, April 3, 2026
Speeding Bullet Comics will be closed April 5, 2026, for Easter. We will be back with new comics on Wednesday, April 8!
Ink and Draw on March 29 with Jeff Provine!
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
The latest Norman-based “Ink and Draw” will be held from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 29 at Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N Porter Ave. in Norman. The event is hosted in conjunction with the Oklahoma Comic Arts Foundation.
All comic-book creators, amateur, professional, and everywhere in-between are welcome. Come to the shop and discuss your comic-book work with other creatives, ask questions or just work on your scripts or drawing! This month, mentor Jeff Provine will be on hand to answer questions and review portfolios!
Provine is a longtime educator and comic-book creator from Norman, Oklahoma.
He founded the publication “Okie Comics” in 2017 and now serves as part of the leadership team of the Oklahoma Comics Arts Foundation as its executive director.
Spring Monster Sale & Signing coming in April!
Monday, March 16, 2026
Coming up soon, April 10-12, is one of our favorite Speeding Bullet traditions: The Monster Sale!
As part of our sale celebration, we will welcome Chuck Miller to sign his novel “Kolchak: The Ripper” as well! He will be in-store from 2-5 p.m. on Saturday, April 11!
Book Description: In one of his earliest supernatural investigations, Kolchak destroyed a seemingly immortal Jack the Ripper. Or did he?
When the monstrous Whitechapel Murderer returns, Kolchak finds himself in another fight to the death–his own and one of his closest friends–with the killer. Carl has to face some hard truths from his own past, and startling revelations about the Ripper’s macabre origins.
Written by the co-author of our top selling Kolchak Double Feature “Night Killers”!
More sale details:
Speeding Bullet’s super-awesome mega-sale starts April 10 and runs through April 12.
How can you qualify for the sale? There are multiple ways to get a sale wristband!
1. Be a subscriber in good standing at the shop OR
2. Be a Speeding Bullet Gold Member OR
3. Purchase a wristband for just $10 OR
4. Confirm your e-mail in-store for our weekly e-mail updates OR
5. Subscribe to Matt’s Substack at https://matthewd2t3s.substack.com/ and show your subscription at the shop OR
6. Get one free with any in-store $50 purchase before April 10.
The Monster Sale wristband makes you eligible for all the weekend’s savings.
Our Fall Monster Sale will feature 50 percent off many back issues and 25 percent off trade paperbacks!
During the sale, all professionally graded/slabbed comics (CGC, CBCS) are 10 percent off the marked price.
Our premium back issues ($25 and up) will be 25 percent off the currently marked price.
Back issues priced at $24.99 and under will be 50 percent off. Buy more than 70 standard back issues and the discount jumps to 70%! (Comic book ’sets’ count as one issue for purposes of the sale.)
Plus, all graphic novels are 25% off! (Does not include any graphic novels pre-ordered or in files.)
Stock up for big savings!
Ink and Draw is on March 8!
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Literati’s gathering of creatives expands to Norman! Come to the shop and discuss your comic-book work with other creatives, ask questions or just work on your scripts or drawing! This month, mentor Jeff Provine will be on hand to answer questions and review portfolios!
The event is set for 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. March 8 at Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N Porter Ave. in Norman!
‘Astro City Metrobook One’ is focus of Feb. 19 book club
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
In connection with the Pioneer Library, Speeding Bullet Comics will host a book club discussion at 6 p.m. Feb. 19.
This month’s book is “Astro City Metrobook One” from Kurt Busiek, Brent Anderson and Alex Ross.
The book description is as follows:
A hero dreams of flight. An alien spy prepares for invasion. A young man is mentored by a hero with dark secrets. A street criminal discovers a hero’s identity. And much, much more. Step into a world of heroes and see them from a whole different perspective. These are the multiple-award-winning stories that began the epic series and changed how we think about superheroes.
Collects KURT BUSIEK’S ASTRO CITY, VOL. 1 (#1-6) & VOL. 2 (#1-12, #½)
The Book Club sessions are hosted by Dave Brown and designed for adults.
Speeding Bullet Comics weather closure, Jan 24 and 25, 2026
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Out of an abundance of caution and care for our staff, Speeding Bullet Comics will close for the weekend of Jan. 25-26.
We plan to return on Wednesday with new comics.
We encourage our friends and customers to stay safe during this extreme weather.
Speeding Bullet Gold and Updated Store Hours!
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Go for the Gold in 2026!
As we start a new year at Speeding Bullet Comics, we’d like to offer our regular customers a chance to buy into the TENTH year of a successful program at the store — now bigger than ever! This is intended for customers who make frequent use of our services and want to support the local economy and Speeding Bullet’s role in the community.
When you buy a Speeding Bullet Gold 2026 membership for $100, here’s what you get:
- A $50 gift card at Speeding Bullet, good for 12 months from the date of issue.
- A trip to the “Gold Box” — pick out $100 in graphic novels from the pre-selected “Gold Box”!
- 12 coupons, one for each month of the year, in a variety of categories, including statues, toys, and back issues. (potential value - $100 plus.)
- Automatic invites to Speeding Bullet sales and events, and early entry in some cases when applicable or possible.
- “Gold Days” — Discounts, specials, and other events exclusively for Gold members.
Sign up by Feb. 11 for an additional free, selected graphic novel!
Our hours for 2026 have updated!
We will be open 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Wednesdays; 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Sundays, and by appointment on Monday and Tuesday. Holidays may affect these hours.
ZOR saves Christmas on Dec. 10!
Thursday, December 4, 2025
The Christmas special “ZOR Saves Christmas” features art from Oklahoma artist Michael Adams, who will appear at Speeding Bullet Comics from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Dec. 10, for new release comics day!
Here’s how publisher Keenspot describes ZOR:
“Little Zoe Richardson tends to lose things, and her trip to meet Santa is no different — she’s lost her ticket to see him! But have no fear. Zoe’s magical friend made from her teardrops, ZOR, is back and ready for another wonderful adventure to save the (holi)day. This epic all-ages Christmas tale takes place inside a bustling shopping mall and stars the littlest hero of them all, ZOR!”
Super Storytime + signing on Dec. 6!
Saturday, November 29, 2025
Make your way to Speeding Bullet on Dec. 6 for a Super Storytime with authors Jonathan Hughes and Penny & Doyle Dodd for their story “Penny Presto and the Boneless Goo Blues!” Sketches available for purchase from Penny while they last!
Speeding Bullet Comics hosts a reading club for elementary school students on the first Saturday of the month during the school year!
All attendees to the first Super Storytime will receive a copy of this month’s book in this combo storytime-signing with local authors and artists!
The reading will take place at 1 p.m. with all authors. The signing is scheduled from noon-3 p.m.
Black Friday weekend deals plus Don Rosencrans signing!
Friday, November 21, 2025
Coming up Nov. 28 and continuing Nov. 29 and 30, Speeding Bullet Comics will celebrate Black Friday plus Small Business Saturday and Sunday!
What type of specials will be available? Check it out!
– Select trades will be $5 and $10! (Look for the markdown table!)
– Comic Book Sets will be 50 percent off!
– Statues will be Buy One Get One Free!
– Toys will be Buy Two Get One Free!
– Comic book back issues will be Buy Two Get One Free!
– All back issues in the bins priced at $4 or under are just $1!
Speeding Bullet Comics will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, for Thanksgiving. We will open at 11 a.m. Nov. 28 with Black Friday deals that continue through the weekend!
Save the date for Don Rosencrans!
Speeding Bullet will welcome OKC artist Don Rosencrans to Norman, OK, for the release of the second issue of his “Dreamscape” series.Don will sign copies from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 29 at Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N. Porter Ave. in Norman, OK. Speeding Bullet co-owner Matthew Price recently talked to Rosencrans about “Dreamscape.”
“Micah Nguyen is a normal high school student with abnormal problems,” Rosencrans said. “After losing his parents in an accident as a small child, he was adopted by a local police officer who worked the scene.”
But all is not as it seems for young Micah.
“Not too long after, he was whisked away to the Dreamscape: a surreal place where spirits go when they sleep, and eventually on a permanent basis when they pass on,” Rosencrans said.
Now, Micah, aided by his pet rabbit Hops, has become the protector of the Dreamscape. But secrets from his past loom.
Find out more as issue #2 hits stands!
‘Team America Racing’ coming in December in Comic Shop News!
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Be sure to let us know if you want to get all six parts of “Team America Racing” in Comic Shop News, starting on Dec. 17!
We will have writer (and our co-owner) Matthew L. Price on hand for the release on Dec. 17 with some special “Team America” goodies!
Check out the news release for “Team America Racing” with more details!
COMIC SHOP NEWS CELEBRATES 2000th ISSUE WITH HISTORIC MILESTONE, EXCLUSIVE TEAM AMERICA RACING COMIC DEBUT
The Nation’s Premier Comics Newspaper Publishing Landmark 2,000th Issue, Celebrating the Heart of the Industry: Local Comic Shops
Portland, Maine – October 9, 2025 – Comic Shop News (CSN), the essential newsprint guide to the world of comics, proudly announces the release of its landmark 2000th issue, hitting comic shops nationwide on December 17, 2025. This celebratory issue marks a historic publishing achievement and also serves as a love letter to comic book retailers, the backbone of the industry.
Reaching this milestone, Comic Shop News is more popular than ever, boasting a dedicated readership of over 34,000 comic book fans across the United States. The 2000th issue is perfectly timed for the holiday season, offering a must-have collectible for pop culture enthusiasts and a perfect gift for comics fans.
“Reaching 2000 issues is a testament to the vibrant, enduring community that gathers in local comic shops every week,” said Dave Witting, CSN Publisher/Editor. “This issue is our way of celebrating that community and giving back to the retailers and readers who have made this incredible journey possible.”
The milestone issue is packed with exclusive content that underscores its importance:
Double-Sized: CSN #2000 is twice the usual length, with 12 pages of news, art and story.
Collector’s Cover: The issue features a stunning flip cover with all-new art from industry legend Howard Chaykin, making it an instant collector’s item.
The Exclusive Relaunch of an Icon: Inside, readers will find the exclusive comic book relaunch of the iconic 80s toy brand, Team America Racing. This special section includes the first issue of the all-new Team America Racing comic book series, available only within the pages of Comic Shop News #2000.
An All-Star Creative Team: The new Team America Racing adventure is helmed by a powerhouse creative team. The series is written by comic-book retailer/filmmaker/journalist Matthew L. Price (The Posthuman Project, The Grave), drawn by artist extraordinaire Josh Hood (Star Trek, Wonder Woman), and colored by the legendary Lorenzo Scaramella (Jonny Quest, Space Quest).
This 2000th issue is more than just a milestone publication; it’s a celebration of the past, present, and future of comics, delivered directly to the hands of the most passionate fans in the world through their local comic shops.
About Comic Shop News:
For over 38 years, Comic Shop News has been the leading source of news, information, and previews for the comic book industry. Distributed for free through a vast network of partner comic book specialty stores, CSN connects fans with the latest releases, creator interviews, and in-depth features, supporting the vital ecosystem of local comic retailers.
‘Bad Gift Insurance’ returns!
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N. Porter Ave. in Norman, OK, is offering customers a chance to do their Christmas and holiday shopping early with Speeding Bullet — and get themselves some presents! We (somewhat jokingly) call it “Bad-Gift Insurance.”
Do your Christmas, holiday or other shopping at Speeding Bullet, or just buy comics like you do every week. With every $50 purchase, we’ll give you a 30% off coupon that you can use on any one item you choose from Dec. 26-28 and Dec. 31.
That means you have four shopping days after Christmas to get what you really wanted!
Of course, if your loved ones are already shopping for you at Speeding Bullet, you win big time because you can combine those 30% off coupons with your Speeding Bullet gift certificates — available in any denomination!
“Bad-Gift” Insurance is available through Dec. 24. You can collect as many 30% off coupons as you like, but you may only redeem one coupon per item.
Fall Monster Sale is Oct. 31-Nov. 2!
Monday, October 20, 2025
Save the date for the Monster Sale!
Speeding Bullet’s super-awesome mega-sale starts Oct. 31 and runs through Nov. 2!
How can you qualify for the sale? There are multiple ways to get a sale wristband!
1. Be a subscriber in good standing at the shop OR
2. Be a Speeding Bullet Gold Member OR
3. Purchase a wristband for just $10 OR
4. Confirm your e-mail in-store for our weekly e-mail updates OR
5. Subscribe to Matt’s Substack at https://matthewd2t3s.substack.com/ and show your subscription at the shop OR
6. Get one free with any in-store $50 purchase before Oct. 30.
The Monster Sale wristband makes you eligible for all the weekend’s savings.
Our Fall Monster Sale will feature 50 percent off many back issues and 25 percent off trade paperbacks!
During the sale, premium back issues ($25 and up) will be 25 percent off the currently marked price.
Back issues priced $24.99 and under will be 50 percent off. Buy more than 70 standard back issues and the discount jumps to 70%! (Comic book ’sets’ count as one issue for purposes of the sale.)
Plus, graphic novels are 25% off! (Does not include any graphic novels pre-ordered or in files or titles already discounted.)
On Oct. 1, release the Kraken!
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
On Oct. 1, 2025, Speeding Bullet Comics will again release the Kraken!
Our Kraken Sale will feature 50 percent off hundreds of trade paperbacks and will continue from Oct. 1 through Oct. 26, Wednesdays-Sundays!
Check out spinners throughout the store marked as Kraken Sale items for great deals! Find amazing deals on titles including hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s books, and more from publishers including Marvel, DC, Image, Dark Horse and more!
Keep checking back during each week of October to see what new surprises the Kraken has found! Kraken Sale items can be found on specially marked racks throughout the store!
Cullen Bunn signing on Sept. 24 and a September to Remember at Speeding Bullet!
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Speeding Bullet has some great events coming in September!
Sept. 20 - Batman Day: Speeding Bullet Comic will have free and limited edition Batman items available while supplies last.
Sept. 24 - Writer Cullen Bunn (Uncanny X-Men, Sixth Gun and many more!) will be on hand with fellow writer JimmyZ Johnston (Tick, Micronauts) to sign comics and answer questions!
Meet writer Cullen Bunn and check out the “Cold Open” of his new series from Ignition, Deluge! Bunn will be joined by writer and frequent collaborator JimmyZ Johnston (”The Tick,” “Micronauts”).
About Deluge: Unlock your horror. Unlock your prison.
A hard rain is falling on Sieverville Correctional Prison for Women. As the river rises and its banks overflow, the same walls that are keeping the prisoners inside the fortress-like structure are failing to keep the water out.
With that water comes something else. Something deadly.
What was once outside is now inside, and the prisoners and guards will have to find a way out, because if the water doesn’t get them, the monsters will
Scheduled from 3-6 p.m.
Sept. 26 - Ben Soto Signing! Artist Ben Soto will be on hand from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. to debut a new story featuring The Grave, the 1920s OKC vigilante created by our co-owner Matthew Price!
Sept. 27 - Local Comic Shop Day - We will have on hand limited-edition items as we celebrate local comic shops!
Elementary Reading Club starts Saturday, Sept. 6!
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Make your way to Speeding Bullet on Sept. 6 for first Super Storytime!
Speeding Bullet Comics will host a reading club for elementary school students the first Saturday of the month during the school year! The first event is set for 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6!
All attendees to the first Super Storytime will receive a copy of this month’s book — the 2025 reprint of “Adventure Comics” #210, featuring the first appearance of Krypto the Superdog!
A young Clark Kent rediscovers a Superboy’s best friend in this heart warming reunion spanning years of time and light-years of space. Introducing Krypto—“The Superdog from Krypton!”
Come to Speeding Bullet for 30 minutes of snacks, activities, and reading hosted by Rachel!
Labor Day sale is Aug 28-Sept. 1, 2025!
Monday, August 25, 2025
Make your way to Speeding Bullet on Aug. 28-Sept. 1 for our Labor Day sales!
Speeding Bullet Comics’ Labor Day sale returns! We will have sales starting Thursday, Aug. 28, continuing through the weekend, and wrapping up with special Monday hours from noon to 3 p.m. on Sept. 1!
THURSDAY and FRIDAY: Selected back issues for just $2! Plus, all bin comics priced at $3.99 or under are $2!
SATURDAY and SUNDAY: Selected back issues for just $1! Plus all bin comics $3.99 or under are $1!
MONDAY: Selected back issues for just 50 cents! Plus all bin comics $4.99 or under are $1!
Additionally, dozens of graphic novels will be buy 2 get 1 free all weekend!
Our August hours are 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Wednesday; 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; and noon-4 p.m. Sunday. We are closed to the public on Monday and Tuesday, but can be available by appointment in some instances. We will be open noon to 3 p.m. on Labor Day.
Book signing on Aug. 23
Monday, August 11, 2025
Prose author and filmmaker B. Glynn Kimmey will sign copies of his book “Children of the Neon Bamboo” from 12-4 on Saturday, Aug. 23 at Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N. Porter Ave. in Norman, OK.
Book description: Wryly surreal— Funny and serious at the same time, a Gen-Xer stumbles through his retelling of the wild, summer adventure of 1990 when in the pursuit of the new Sega Genesis he and a friend entangle themselves in a cross-country fight over a long-lost ancient samurai sword, connecting memorable characters from across history with the aesthetics of the era. Refugees, ninjas, nerds, musicians, soldiers, Dungeon Masters, karate instructors, and beauticians come together for a curious blend of 80s Japanese influenced pop culture and Mid-American grunge. Mountain Dew Moby Dick, literary vaporwave, high-topped Hunter S. Thompson, Taco Bell Tom Sawyer.
Signing on July 12!
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N. Porter Ave. in Norman, OK, will welcome author Preston Poulter of the graphic novel “White Lily” for a signing starting at 11 a.m. July 12! “White Lily” features the real-life story of the two highest-scoring female combat pilots in history. The series will examine their battles both in the air and on the ground as they move from civilian flight instructors during the Battle of Moscow, to fighter pilots during the Battle of Stalingrad, to free hunting aces at the Battle of Kursk.
Also the same weekend is the Weekend of Local, from July 11-13. The City of Norman, in partnership with VisitNorman and the Norman Chamber of Commerce, encourages residents to shop and dine at local businesses. Speeding Bullet Comics will have some specials featuring local and regional authors for those who stop in over the weekend.
Celebrate 27 years of Speeding Bullet
Saturday, June 7, 2025
We are bringing back Oklahoma comics creators Don Rosencrans and S.A. McClung to sign their new comic books as part of our 27th anniversary celebration on June 28! Speeding Bullet officially began on June 8, 1998, following in the footsteps of the previous Millennium Books and Archives Norman.
Don and S.A. will sign from noon-3 p.m. on Saturday, June 28 to help us celebrate 27 years of the store!
‘Crossover’ is subject of June book club
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
In connection with the Pioneer Library, Speeding Bullet Comics will host a book club discussion at 6 p.m. June 19.
This month’s book is the collected edition of the Donny Cates & Geoff Shaw series “Crossover.” We will cover Vols. 1 and 2 in this book club.
Five years ago, the realm of comic book fiction collapsed into our very real world. And now, amidst the chaos, a new threat has risen. Someone, or something, is killing comic book writers and artists all over the country. Watch as the mystery of this serialized killer explodes into four-color carnage!
The Book Club sessions are hosted by Dave Brown and designed for adults.
‘Wolverine’ is focus of May 15 book club
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
In connection with the Pioneer Library, Speeding Bullet Comics will host a book club discussion at 6 p.m. May 15.
This month’s book is the collected edition of the 1982 “Wolverine” miniseries by Chris Claremont and Frank Miller.
Description: Logan’s vacation from the X-Men is interrupted when he discovers that his beloved, Mariko Yashida, has been married off by her criminal father Lord Shingen! When Shingen humiliates Wolverine in front of Mariko, the hero loses heart, drowning his sorrows in beer, bar fights…and the arms of wild assassin Yukio. But when betrayal strikes from an unexpected source, can Wolverine reclaim his honor and rescue Mariko and himself from Shingen’s trap? Secrets, shockers and broken hearts await in Wolverine’s legendary first solo adventure.
The Book Club sessions are hosted by Dave Brown and designed for adults.
‘Wolverine’ is focus of May 15 book club
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
In connection with the Pioneer Library, Speeding Bullet Comics will host a book club discussion at 6 p.m. May 15.
This month’s book is the collected edition of the 1982 “Wolverine” miniseries by Chris Claremont and Frank Miller.
Description: Logan’s vacation from the X-Men is interrupted when he discovers that his beloved, Mariko Yashida, has been married off by her criminal father Lord Shingen! When Shingen humiliates Wolverine in front of Mariko, the hero loses heart, drowning his sorrows in beer, bar fights…and the arms of wild assassin Yukio. But when betrayal strikes from an unexpected source, can Wolverine reclaim his honor and rescue Mariko and himself from Shingen’s trap? Secrets, shockers and broken hearts await in Wolverine’s legendary first solo adventure.
The Book Club sessions are hosted by Dave Brown and designed for adults.
Free Comic Book Day is May 3, 2025!
Monday, April 28, 2025
Free Comic Book Day is held annually on the first Saturday in May.
Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) is the biggest event in the comic book industry—a single day when participating comic book specialty shops give away selected comic books absolutely free to anyone who comes into their shops! Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N. Porter Ave. in Norman, OK, will give away 5 selected free comics per customer throughout the day.
The store will also welcome special guests: comic-book creators Michael Adams (”Kung-Fu Legume”), Mario Wytch (”Sister Powers”) and Breyden Boyd (Shape-Man)!
Plus, get your picture taken with Superman on Saturday morning!
Free Comic Book Day is a worldwide event in which participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away selected comic books absolutely free to visiting patrons.
We will have free comics featuring Superman, Spider-Man and more! Don’t miss this great celebration!
Join the Central Oklahoma Independent Bookstore Crawl
Friday, April 25, 2025
Indie Bookstore Day is coming up on April 26, and Speeding Bullet is celebrating along with several great Central Oklahoma bookstores! Get your passport stamped and enjoy several great specials!
Follow @centralokbookstorecrawl on Instagram for more info and the complete list of participating shops!
Closed for Easter
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Speeding Bullet Comics will be closed on Sunday, April 20, 2025, to celebrate Easter. We will be back on Wednesday with new comics!
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