An Alien's Guide to Dinosaurs

Join a quirky crew of alien scientists in this out-of-this-world dinosaur adventure that makes learning prehistoric science hilarious and fun!

Hop aboard a spaceship and join a ragtag team of aliens as they study the most fascinating planet in the universe: Earth. And what could be even more exciting? Dinosaurs, of course!

Hit the time-travel button on the spaceship's control panel and step back to the Mesozoic Era to meet your favorite prehistoric creatures. What did Earth look like 240 million years ago? Who would win in a race between a Compsognathus and an Allosaurus? And which creature had armor over its eyelids?

With jokes, poetry, and fascinating prehistoric facts courtesy of your alien tour guides, this isn’t just another dinosaur encyclopedia - it’s an extraterrestrial experience!

Inside this prehistoric adventure, you’ll find:

• A hilarious alien perspective offering a fresh take on prehistoric life to keep readers laughing while they learn.
• Comic-style illustrations bringing the Mesozoic Era to life in a highly accessible format for reluctant readers and comic lovers.
• Solid STEM education combined with entertaining storytelling to educate children on a multitude of exciting topics.
• Written by a BAFTA-winning author, Myles McLeod, with his signature, fun and engaging storytelling.

Perfect for fans of graphic novels, aliens, and adventure, this engaging book brings the past to life through vibrant artwork and a cast of lovable extraterrestrial guides. A brilliant gift for curious kids aged 7 to 9.

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