Barstow

Award-winning horror writing and filmmaking team David Ian McKendry and Rebekah McKendry team up with Eisner-nominated artist Tyler Jenkins in this quirky and gruesome comedy horror graphic novel about a scenic desert, an eccentric town, and demons from Hell.

At the center of the Mojave Desert, at the crossroads between hell and gone, lies Barstow. FBI Special Agent Miranda Diaz is in this godforsaken land on the trail of a missing agent. Agent Lima was in the area investigating human trafficking when he disappeared without a trace. He’s a man she’s never met, and yet her name was the only clue he left behind. Something dark…something demonic…lurks beneath this oddball town and Miranda is determined to unravel the mystery before all hell breaks loose.

Collects issues #1–#4 of the miniseries.

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.

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• 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

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• 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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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