A Reasonable Guide for Unreasonable Women

A bold, empowering guide to finding your voice and harnessing your creative power

Are you an unreasonable woman? You dare to dream big. You know a better world is possible. You’re tired of asking permission and waiting your turn. Because the world needs women’s full creative energy now.

Written by journalist, writer-producer of the critically acclaimed film Mr. Jones, and host of the podcast Gaslit Nation Andrea Chalupa, A Reasonable Guide for Unreasonable Women is an inspiring playbook for readers of all ages and stages to overcome the undermining obstacles in their way and build a better future. With a mix of personal insights, powerful stories, and practical advice, the book is a manifesto for staying grounded and radiating defiant joy amidst the chaos, disinformation, and gaslighting of our time.

Lessons include:

• Embrace your intuition
• Commit to staying human
• Use self-care as an act of resistance
• Practice radical empathy
• Remember that your courage is the best revenge

Whether you’re building a business, launching a passion project, fighting for your community’s rights, unlearning internalized patriarchy, or questioning what difference one person can make in the face of rising authoritarianism, this book will help you create, connect, and use your voice for a greater good.

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