Begin with Wonder

A beautifully decorated five-year guided mindfulness journal that brings Mary Oliver's wonder and wisdom into your everyday life.

Discover a daily ritual of presence and poetry with this guided journal featuring 365 quotation prompts, each a line from Mary Oliver’s most beloved poems. Every entry contains the space for five years of reflections—inviting you watch yourself evolve as you slow down, look closely, and find inspiration in the everyday. Sample quotes include:

• Most things that are important, have you noticed, lack a certain neatness.
• After excitement we are so restful. When the thumb of fear lifts, we are so alive.
• I didn't behave like anything you had ever imagined.

Whether you’re beginning your morning routine, deepening your journaling practice, or gifting a moment of pause to someone you love, Begin with Wonder offers a tender, grounding companion of wise words and poetic reflections.

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