Writer's Block Bookstore was named Best Independent Bookstore in Orlando Weekly's "Best of Orlando" survey: "With two locations in Winter Park and Winter Garden, your new and used book options abound at Writer's Block Bookstore, an independent venue that also stocks your journaling and gift bag needs. Our readers recommend enjoying a glass of wine while browsing titles during Wine Down Wednesday or Thirsty Thursdays."
Best Comic Shop honors went to Gods & Monsters: "Nestled in the heart of the I-Drive area, this eclectic comic book and collectibles shop gives locals incentive to venture into the tourist zone. Packed to the gills with funnybooks, graphic novels, toys, statues and gaming supplies, Gods & Monsters has it all... including an apocalyptic speakeasy, Vault 5421, accessible only from the rear of the store."