A Booking for Murder

The Next Chapter bookstore in Sedona, Arizona, is the home of a unique book club where cancer survivors like owner Rarity Cole share both literary opinions and emotional support. But sometimes the conversation turns to murder . . .

Rarity is making the most of her second act with her business, her boyfriend, and her beloved Yorkie, named Killer. The Survivors’ Book Club is also thriving. Local author and potential new recruit Lindsey is planning a pet-adoption event at the Next Chapter and writing a history of the Blackstone, a supposedly haunted ruin in the desert that’s been a hotel, a women’s college—and a hospital where the cure was rumored to be worse than the disease.

But Lindsey’s arrival sets off tension with another member due to a past family conflict, and her book project leads the women into an even bigger drama. When Rarity joins Lindsey for a visit to the abandoned building, they discover an old underground morgue—and the body of a horror-film director who’s been scouting for a potential movie location.

Rarity will have to read the clues and find out who’s behind this real-life crime scene—and whether the Blackstone’s creepy history has claimed a new victim . . .

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs