Blackonomics

In Blackonomics, veteran business reporter Sonari Glinton upends conventional wisdom about the economy by exposing how racism harms it and revealing how equal access to markets is the only way to save it.

Sonari Glinton has often been the only Black man in the room reporting on major news events. Covering business for NPR, he noticed how economists love to talk about the free market, but how can a market be free if so many people are not allowed to participate fully in it?

Blackonomics takes on economic tropes and turns them on their head, simply by adding a Black perspective. His book reveals:

• How companies like McDonald’s and Toyota finally found success when they decided to no longer ignore Black consumers but embrace them.
• Why the sports world is actually among the least open to Blacks.
• How the data shows that Black women business owners are in fact the best bets on Wall Street.

Glinton takes readers on a journey from the boardrooms of Fortune 500 companies to the floors of the auto factories of Detroit, and beyond. His book shares essential stories that are both enlightening and entertaining, to show why racism is bad for business, and how diversity has always been the hidden key to success. This book will give people the information and the courage to get off their butts and help change our economy and society—for everyone’s benefit.

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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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)

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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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• 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