Welcome!

The Comic Book Collecting Association (CBCA) is a non-profit international organization made up of comic book enthusiasts who share an appreciation for the history, artistic merit, and significance of the comic book medium as an important element of popular culture.

The mission of the CBCA is to promote the comic book art form and hobby of comic book collecting for people of all ages by encouraging fellowship among comic book enthusiasts, providing information and education to the public, and helping to facilitate the buying, selling, and trading of comic books and related material in an environment of trustworthiness and integrity.

Doug Braithwaite, Comic book artist
Dan Cusimano, Flying Donut Trading Company
Steve Eichenbaum, CEO CGC
Danny Fingeroth, Writer, Historian, former Marvel Editor
Jamie Graham, Graham Cracker Comics
Tracey Heft, Restoration Expert
John Haines, Rare Comics
Dave Kapelka, North Coast Nostalgia
Steve Korte, Group Editor, DC Comics Licensed Publishing
John Jackson Miller, Comic book and game writer
Josh Nathanson, ComicLink
James Payette, Rare Books and Comics
Dave Reynolds, Dave's American Comics
Wayne Smith, VP Warner Bros. Entertainment
John K. Snyder Jr., former President, Geppi's Entertainment Publishing & Auctions
Jim Steranko, Comic book writer, artist, historian
Bob Storms, High Grade Comics
Doug Sulipa, Comic World
Ted Van Liew, Superworld Comics
J.C. Vaughn, Gemstone Publishing
Joe Vereneault, JHV Associates
Vincent Zurzolo, Metropolis Collectibles, Inc.

Board is composed of non-member advisers. Organizations are listed for affiliation purposes only.

March 1 - Are you on Facebook? If so, be a Fan of the CBCA.

February 24 - The CBCA is proud to offer an opportunity to win a life-time subscription to GPAnalysis! A winner will be randomly selected from the first 200 CBCA members.

Also, the next 50 people who join the CBCA will be entered into a drawing for a free one year subscription to GPAnalysis.

Thanks to our member, George Pantela of GPAnalysis, for generously offering these exciting prizes!

February 22 - The CBCA is excited to announce the official formation of a Board of Advisors, which features some of the most well-known names within and around our community. From prominent dealers to industry executives to comic pros, the Board of Advisors is composed of individuals who have expressed a desire to associate and assist with our new effort, and provide valuable guidance as to how the CBCA can best serve the community.

We are also very pleased to welcome as our “first” new member: George Pantela of GPAnalysis.com. George has played a significant  role in the community through his innovative reporting service, GPAnalysis.com. We envision a very strong partnership in the coming days and truly look forward to having George work with us to support our Mission.

Check out the Events page for CBCA events. From "Meet & Greets" to Grading Workshops conducted by recognized experts, the CBCA's goal is to offer networking and educational opportunities for comic book enthusiasts. CBCA events are typically open to the public, however, CBCA members enjoy free or discounted admission. For more details regarding an event, visit the CBCA Forum.

Membership in the CBCA means that you agree with the fundamental concept that fellowship, education and ethics will ensure the long-term growth and health of the hobby we all love. The CBCA is for new collectors looking for opportunities to network and learn, as well as more seasoned collectors looking to assist with member events and help shape the direction of the hobby. In any case, CBCA membership should be fun and rewarding!