Calamity James and the Tombstone Inferno

You’ve heard of Jesse and Frank James, but in this action-packed alternate-history adventure from the bestselling Johnstones, it’s their little brother, Calamity, who, despite his worst efforts, steals the show.

JOHNSTONE COUNTRY. WHERE LEGENDS DIE AND FOOLS RUSH IN.

The yellow-bellied Robert Ford has shot the infamous Jesse James to death—thanks to a tip from Jesse’s own brother, Calvin “Calamity” James. Cal swears it isn’t his fault. How was he supposed to know who Ford was, much less that he was gunning for Jesse? His older brother Frank, who’s even more ornery than Jesse was, believes the family name and legacy would be better off with Cal pushing up daisies in Boot Hill.

While Frank pursues his brother for revenge, Cal arrives in Tombstone, Arizona, reuniting with the love of his life, dance-hall gal Clumsy Catherine. Still reeling from the unsettled dust and acrid gun smoke following the gunfight at the O.K. Corral, Tombstone’s citizens are on edge with itchy trigger fingers. So when Cal and Cat extinguish an out-of-control fire by dynamiting buildings, the couple find themselves run out of town on a rail—into Pleasant Valley where Cal brands the wrong cattle, starting a range war.

And when Frank catches up with him, Cal realizes the West just isn’t big enough for someone as unlucky as he is . . .

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