Frequently Asked Questions

The following are a list of Frequently Asked Questions about Alternate Worlds and this site. 

Click on a question to reveal the answer. 

Who is Alternate Worlds?

Alternate Worlds is the oldest and longest running comic based business in Australia, (launched in 1977). We are now celebrating our 45th anniversary. We also ran the first Comic conventions in this country – Comicon (the original Comicons). Alternate Worlds is a retailer,  wholesaler and distributor of comics, graphic novels, manga, games, magazines, toys, and other pop culture collectables to stores across the country. Alternate Worlds stocks the largest range of comics (both new and old, we have over half a million back issue spanning 100 years, including US, English and Australia comics), graphic novels and manga.

Please note  that our web site is not live and therefore prices can change without notice. This is usually only applicable to individual comic books.

What are our Shipping and Handling rates?

Please click here to see a rough guide to our Postage and Handling Rates.

We will not process your order, or payment, until we confirm freight costs with you, and agree you are happy to proceed with the order.

Most potential FAQ’s are covered in our Terms & Conditions. A link is available on the home page.