Random House Children's Books
A Wish Made of Poison
A Wish Made of Poison
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“A magical combination of daring heists, an unlikely duo, and found family . . . page-turning fun!”—Demi Winters, New York Times bestselling author of Road of the Bones
In Tindara, magic is born from trauma, and power comes with a deadly cost. Asha’s magical ability manifested the day her parents were murdered by the king’s orders. She can kill anyone with a simple touch because every part of her is poisonous. Consumed with rage against a kingdom that continues to hurt people, she wants to end the entire royal family.
Prince Maxim is dying and nearly out of time—his shape-shifting magic, once a blessing, is now a curse. Desperate for his cruel father’s approval and terrified of losing the only thing that makes him special, Maxim wants control over his power once and for all.
A single wish granted by the goddess Malthea can give both Asha and Maxim everything they want. Asha unknowingly pairs up with the prince in search of the wish. Each with their own secrets and agenda, the hunt becomes increasingly dangerous, but perhaps most lethal of all is what’s brewing between Asha and Maxim . . .
"National Treasure meets Heartless Hunter in this revenge-fueled, slow-burn love story . . ."—Lydia Gregovic, New York Times bestselling author of The Weaver Bride
STANDARD, PRIMARY, DM AND VARIANT COVERS
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.
PRODUCT TYPES
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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