About Cards Mania
Cards Mania is an independent trading card media project covering sports cards, Pokémon, TCG, vintage cards, grading, collecting, card storage and hobby news. We publish guides, news roundups and explainers for collectors of every level — from someone opening their first pack to long-time hobbyists tracking releases, parallels and grading trends.
What we cover
Our editorial focus spans the modern and vintage trading card landscape. We cover sports cards (football, basketball, soccer, baseball and more), Pokémon and other TCGs (Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece TCG), grading services and submission tips, storage and protection, set checklists, release news, market trends, beginner guides and essential gear for collectors.
Editorial standards
Every article on Cards Mania is researched against primary sources such as official manufacturer announcements (Topps, Panini, Pokémon Company, Konami, Wizards of the Coast), grading company communications (PSA, BGS, CGC, SGC) and reputable hobby news outlets. We aim to clearly separate verified facts from market opinion and to update content when new information becomes available. We do not publish guaranteed price predictions or investment advice.
How articles are researched
Our research workflow starts with the official source (set checklists, press releases, manufacturer pages). Where applicable we cross-reference with established hobby publications, marketplaces and grading population data. Guides involving physical products are based on widely available collector practice and documented manufacturer guidance. When a topic is opinion or community-driven (for example, which storage method collectors prefer), we say so.
Affiliate disclosure
Cards Mania may participate in affiliate programs with retailers and marketplaces relevant to the trading card hobby. When we link to a product, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you choose to make a purchase. Affiliate links never determine our editorial coverage or recommendations. We label sponsored content clearly whenever it appears.
Corrections policy
If you spot a factual error, an outdated checklist, a broken link or anything that needs revisiting, please contact us. We review correction requests promptly and update articles with a brief note when a material change is made.
Contact
You can reach the Cards Mania editorial team by email at contact@cardsmania.fun or via the contact form.
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Who writes Cards Mania
Articles are produced by the Cards Mania Editorial Team, an independent group of writers and researchers focused on the trading card hobby. Cards Mania is a publication, not a marketplace or a retailer.
