Arm Candy

There's a cougar on the prowl in Manhattan's Upper East Side in the latest laugh-out-loud romance from "Queen of the beach read" (Washington Post Express) Jill Klargman.

Eighteen years ago, Eden Clyde exchanged her dreams of true love for a life of wealth and glamour as the muse and lover of Otto Clyde, the philandering and much older king of the art world. This seemed like a fair bargain at the time, but-as her fortieth birthday looms-Eden realizes the price she's paid. Eden leaves Otto, only to become hot and heavy with Gotham's most eligible bachelor: the much younger Chase Lydon. But when an old flame resurfaces, Eden must decide if she wants the life she's living and loving right now, or the love she left behind.

A poignant and hilarious cocktail of a novel, Arm Candy proves that it's never too late to find true love.

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

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• 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)
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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