Close Encounters is a UK retailer specialising in comics, graphic novels, manga and related reading and collecting interests. Based at 20 Allhallows in Bedford, the business also serves customers online, with a broad catalogue spanning more than 100,000 comics in stock. Its comic selection includes DC, Marvel, Image and independent titles, alongside featured releases and promotional offers.

Graphic novels are available from major publishers and independent creators, while the manga range includes titles from publishers such as Dark Horse, Kodansha, Seven Seas, Square Enix, VIZ Media and Yen Press. Customers can also browse books across genres including crime, historical fiction, horror, romance, science fiction and young adult. Additional products include comic storage supplies and merchandise such as Funko Pop figures.

Close Encounters ships all comics bagged and boarded, and invites customers to submit wants lists for titles they are seeking. The website provides account and wishlist features, customer support, delivery and refund information, and stock notifications for unavailable items. Its catalogue features new comics, collected editions and novels