Blood in the Ink

In a world where Knowledge is power, books bring status to the elite and death to everyone else in this dystopian romance from the author of the Ever Seas series.

Darcy Whitlock is a damn good thief. To keep food on the table, she swindles and sells illegal books from the Evolved citizens, elite who hoard knowledge for prestige. During a risky book grab, Darcy is caught by the government’s cruelest enforcer: Tyran Blackwood. Everyone knows Blackwood has the ability to turn blood into monstrous weapons, and he takes pleasure in doing so.

When Darcy narrowly escapes, she thinks she got lucky, until an ambush kills her best friend. Darcy’s rage inspires her to target the Evolved, and Tyran is more than happy to be her mark. But their game of cat and mouse unknowingly reveals deeper secrets than Tyran or Darcy anticipated, and the only way to survive just might be to become allies.

But after a devastating betrayal strikes, the budding passion between Darcy and Tyran sparks a rebellion that might destroy everything they know—and everyone they 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

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