A Rainbow in the Cloud

Maya Angelou's wit and wisdom come to life in this 96-page coloring book celebrating her phenomenal way with words and her indomitable spirit.

"All great artists draw from the same resource: the human heart."
Now you can meditate on the encouraging words of Dr. Maya Angelou as you align your own color techniques to her brilliant literary art.
Need a bit of courage? Dr. Angelou would say, "You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them."
Need a little rainbow on a stormy day? Spending time coloring in, "We need joy as we need air," might infuse just the right amount of light into your circumstances.
Feeling lonely? Dr. Angelou's famous quote may be just the balm for you: "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."
Each of these 45 gorgeous illustrations offers a canvas for inspiration, drawn onto luxe paper stock perfect for your select artist tools and packaged in a 9.75" x 9.75" trade paperback package--easy to transport anywhere you might need the wordsmith's sage advice to back you up.

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