The Fat Kid Files (Blog)

Why Collectors Never Actually Stop at One
Why Collectors Never Actually Stop at One
There’s a moment every collector remembers. You buy the first one. Maybe it’s a comic you loved as a kid.Maybe it’s a card you always wanted.Maybe it’s something you swore... Read more...
Garbage Pail Kids: How 1985's Grossest Obsession Still Rules Collectors Today
Garbage Pail Kids: How 1985's Grossest Obsession Still Rules Collectors Today
In 1985, Garbage Pail Kids took over schoolyards, horrified parents, and became the king of gross-out humor. Forty years later, collectors are still obsessed. Here's why GPK remains one of... Read more...
The Black Suit Spider-Man Debate: Which Comic Was REALLY First?
The Black Suit Spider-Man Debate: Which Comic Was REALLY First?
What's the true first appearance of Spider-Man's black suit? Marvel Team-Up #141, Amazing Spider-Man #252, or Secret Wars #8? We break down the 1984 publishing race and the debate that's... Read more...
Raw vs. Graded Comics: Which Should You Collect?
Raw vs. Graded Comics: Which Should You Collect?
Should you collect raw comics or invest in graded slabs? We break down the pros, cons, and best use cases for both to help you make the right choice for... Read more...