The comic book industry has never been thriving like it is now. With new movies from Marvel and DC on the horizon, it’s clear that the comic book invasion is well underway. Bay Area retailers recently held Free Comic Book Day to celebrate the growing comics community and enjoy some local business.

Hollywood’s comic-based films for audiences of all ages continually bring in profits, and the comic book genre has proved its staying power in this digital age. This weekend locals can pick up free comic books in celebration of the eighth annual international Free Comic Book Day.