Conventions & Collecting

One of the biggest complaints I hear about from other attendees… and one that I can honestly say I have voiced is guest cancellations.  Often, guests scheduled to attend conventions are forced to cancel.  This can happen at any point once the guest is confirmed.  I have seen it happen days after confirmation all the way until hours or even...

Due to its massive popularity, conventions have popped up across the United States, and in fact the world.  From major cities to small towns, everyone is joining in on the cultural phenomenon.  But why?  Why are so many people interested in the comic conventions?