It's like you belong in a club. People who collect comics you instantly have something in common, she said. Miller said some comic books entertain mature readers with a satrical view of life. Comics provide quick insight into social issues like drugs, homosexuality and family relations. There are pro-choice comics, a series called Gay Comics and even Grateful Dead Comix.
Many comics satirize everyday life while others parody U.S. politics.
Mature readers appreciate and understand these views, Miller added. The characters and creativity of the books make them enjoyable, he said. Miller said comic books are not soley for men. Women comic buyers are more interested in the stories based on characters than those based on action and fight scenes, Miller said. Books like Sandman, Elfquest, Crow and Vamprellia sell very well to women, Miller said.