The nominations for Image Comics‘ Image Select Retailer Award for Winter 2026 is open, but ends Tuesday, February 17.

Image invites fans to nominate their local comic shops for this award based on criteria such as:

• exemplary customer service
• thoughtful and exciting handselling recommendations
• efforts fostering a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere
• easy-to-browse shelving
• attractive and innovative displays
• forward-thinking customer marketing and out-of-box consumer outreach
• community engagement
• robust inventory of & support for Image Comics and other creator-owned/indie comics

To nominate a shop, simply fill out this form with your local store’s name, location, and summarize some of the ways they store go the extra mile to create a great retail experience for you and other customers.

One winner will be announced on Thursday, February 19 in the evening at the ComicsPRO 2026 Annual meeting retailer event and will receive:

• a commemorative medallion to display with pride
• an Image Select Retailer Award window cling for their store’s window
• a spotlight Q&A to be featured on Image Comics’ social media platforms and Website
• the store’s choice of an exclusive variant, branded as an Image Select Retailer Award winner, with store logo (limited to 250 copies).

The Image Select Retailer Award is an initiative to galvanize recognition of members of the Comic Book Direct Market retail community that are going above and beyond to serve their customers, expand readership, and grow a healthier marketplace.