Against the Odds Pompeii

This historical fiction chapter book series features decodable tales of survival against the odds for children aged 10-14

Against the Odds: Pompeii is part of the new Against the Odds series, a captivating collection of fiction books inspired by true events. In this instalment, Mount Vesuvius is erupting! Ash is falling like snow and thirteen-year-old Fabia knows something is terribly wrong. Will she escape Pompeii in time to survive this epic disaster?

Each title in this collection unravels the extraordinary experiences of young people overcoming incredible challenges. Whether it’s facing the unknown or triumphing against the odds, these stories are both riveting and inspiring.

This historical learn-to-read series for children offers:

• Popular and captivating topics featured in a historical fiction chapter book series.
• Decodable text in Hi-Lo style that makes the story accessible for striving readers.
• A focus on prefixes, suffixes, and word roots that enhances decoding, spelling, and vocabulary.
• Engaging stories that follow historical fiction narratives–inspired by true events–to engage and motivate reluctant readers.

The Against the Odds series focuses on morphology, which is largely important for improving spelling and reading comprehension. Pompeii focuses on multiple common noun suffixes. to empower children to become fluent independent readers. Serving as a vital bridge between decodable and mainstream books, this book will empower readers to confidently understand the meaning from text alone.

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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