Call of the Dead

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES • The paths of two of Disney's scariest villains—Sleepy Hollow's Headless Horseman and Fantasia's Chernabog—collide in the thrilling conclusion to the fan-favorite series!

Two dark villains rise, shrouding the land in darkness. . . .

You may think you know the story of every villain in the Book of Fairy Tales—including those of the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow and Chernabog of Bald Mountain. But in the Many Kingdoms, the land that connects these stories, these two mysterious figures will cross paths in a most unexpected way. . . .

When Chernabog awakens from a long sleep and summons an army of the dead to fight alongside him, the Headless Horseman must heed the call. But the two want different things: Chernabog, control of the Many Kingdoms, and the Horseman, revenge on a foe from his past.

Only the keepers of the Book of Fairy Tales—the Odd Sisters and the Ladies of Light—can protect the Many Kingdoms from this growing threat. But to defeat these villains, they must uncover what, exactly, made Chernabog and the Horseman into the terrifying figures they are today—and what they are willing to do to stop them.

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