A home-cooked year

“Annie’s recipes are simply delicious” Gill Meller

“A Home-cooked Year is a triumph. Annie’s recipes are thoughtful, dependable, and delicious” Maunika Gowardhan, author of Curry

“Filled with accessible ingredients and recipes for real family life, Annie’s collection is a celebration of comforting favourites, simple midweek meals, and delicious dishes made to bring people together” Cherie Denham, author of The Irish Kitchen

This book is for anyone who has opened the fridge and sighed, who has felt the pinch of a stubborn budget and the craving for something delicious, nourishing, and joyful.

Annie Mae Herring turns the 5pm panic into a plan with dishes built around what’s in season, what’s affordable, and meals that will be eaten and enjoyed by everyone at the table, including the kids.

With seasonal shopping lists and meal plans that tackle midweek cravings and weekend appetites, as well as notes on how to batch, repurpose, and plan for the week, Annie brings the joy back into home cooking.

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

Hardcover (HC)

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

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• 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