Stop in to meet local comics writer David Andry, pick up his new book, ESTUARY: A GHOST STORY, get it signed, and talk comic books. It’s going to be an awesome day. Details inside.
Creative Women Mini-Con RETURNS!
Comics writer David Andry will be at Empire’s Comics Vault to sign his new book, Red Vector, published by Mad Cave Comics, on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
Sacramento comics writer David Andry visits the shop to sign his new book, CRUSH DEPTH. Don’t miss out.
Sin City: The Hard Goodbye. We’re going to discuss it. Want in? Details inside.
Everywhere you turn, it’s Space Bandits. Join the discussion. Details inside.
Join us for a discussion of Hexagon Bridge. Details inside.
This is sure to be one of our most fun discussions. I hope you’ll join us. Details inside.
THE MANY DEATHS OF LAILA STARR will blow your mind. Join us online or in the store to discuss this comic book story. Click through for details.
Join us in the shop with Sacramento creative and comics writer David Andry for the release and book signing of Morning Star. Details inside.
Taurus Comics’ superstart creator Kyrun Silva teaches a workshop on character development for comics and graphic novels—presented by Sac Geeks. Read more for details.
We’re excited to discuss Jeff Lemire’s COSMIC DETECTIVE. All respectful participants welcome. Join us in the shop or online. Click through for more information.
Join us in the shop or online to discuss SUPERGIRL: BEING SUPER, written by Mariko Tamaki. All respectful participants are welcome. Details inside.
Join us in-store or online to discuss Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow. Details inside.
It’s your last chance this year to take advantage of some fantastic deals. Details inside.
Get some of the best deals on comic books and hot sauce that you’ll find all year at our 2023 Black Friday Sale. Read more for complete details.
We’re now accepting unopened toys and new comics for children at the Children's Receiving Home of Sacramento. Plus, take 25% Off donations if purchased at Empire’s. Details inside.
It’s time for the best sale of the year—our EARLY Black Friday Sale. Here’s what you can expect.
Wannabes creator Mitchell Martinez will be in the shop signing copies of the new collected edition of his book.
Don’t miss out on getting your copy signed.
Come down on Saturday, July 15, 2023 and meet the barrier-breaking legend in comics, artist Trina Robbins. Details inside.
Sacramento local creator Chris Wisnia will be in the shop signing books! Please join us.
Eric will be spending the day with us signing issues of White Savior and working on art while doing demos for those who are looking to do the same. Click the image or the event title for more information.
The official website of Empire’s Comics Vault, owned and operated by Ben C. Schwartz and located in Sacramento, CA.
We had such a great time hanging out in the store with Sacramento artist Eric Nguyen. Here’s a photo collage of the event and a link to the replay of our online interview.
I’m excited to have Sacramento’s own Eric Nguyen in the shop to sign his new book White Savior. Learn all about it in this post.
I'm excited to share the completion of many years of work. Also, I'd like you to know, that I''ve started a new email newsletter to talk about all my creative work. If you're a fan or just curious, please check it out on Substack.
We have a great group of guests at this year’s Creative Women Mini-Con 2025 on Saturday, October 11, starting at Noon. This year we welcome first-time exhibitors and some past favorites. Click through to find out who are joining us this year.