8-1-08 Lubbock Legacy - Star Comics

Local Business - Star Comics
By Sarazann

“Live Long and Prosper” read the black and sliver banner laid across Sid Devours coffin at the graveside service. Sid was an inspiration to many Lubbock Comic fans, noted by the passionate farewells from so many customers and friends.
His family affectionately referred to all of the comic lovers that frequented his store, Star Books and Comics, as his “kids.”
While Sid’s death was a loss for his comic book family, it also gave them a chance to gain a greater understanding of what his store meant to Lubbock. Star was an institution created through passion for the style of art and love of the creators and patrons. Sid’s store established a solid comic community in Lubbock and it continues to grow today.
In 1977, Don Mitchell started a used bookstore on 34th Street called Star Bookstore. Joe Gulick and his brother, Mike, were friends of Don and suggested Star should sell some comic books. Soon after, in October 1977, Don sold the store to Mike, and the name of the store was changed to Star Books and Comics.
Mike sold the store to a long-time customer, Sid Devours, in 1981. Books and RPG sales were phased out around 1992 to make the store all-comics, all the time. Sid died in August 1999. His nephew, Robert Mora, took over the business and continues to run the shop. He simplified the name to Star Comics.
Robert is an avid supporter of local artists and has worked very hard to create a solid comic community. He encourages local artists to sell their new comics in his store. He supports the art community by volunteering for local art events, such as the Lubbock Comic Book Expo and Lubbock Comic Book Workshop. He also supports the efforts of the Lubbock Sketch Club and its many events.
Robert is well-respected among the many fans who frequent his shop and the community. He continues to support local art and explore new local talent. The store is still located at 2014 34th Street.