After Party

From the horror powerhouse author of Escape Room comes a dizzying page-turner. On the anniversary of her friend’s disappearance, a girl returns to the party where it happened… but someone might be after her next.

The party’s over… but we’re just getting started.

Last year, Eslin disappeared after the winter dance. Now, only Lucy seems to care that her best friend is still missing. Everyone at school is excited for this year’s dance, but Lucy is determined to uncover the truth of what happened to Eslin, once and for all. Little does she know that Eslin is closer by than she thinks, and facing unspeakable horrors…

When Lucy finds a suspicious note left for Eslin before her disappearance, she discovers that someone with a twisted secret has been stalking the halls of their school. Lucy is about to get some answers—but the truth will bring her dangerously close to Eslin’s kidnapper.

Maren Stoffels’ new page-turner expertly twists reality and will have you questioning everything, right up until the explosive finale.

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