Catwoman: When in Rome: DC Compact Comics Edition

A stylish international mystery from The Long Halloween team of Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale! Catwoman steps into a dangerous world of crime, secrets, and deception, now available in DC’s bestselling Compact Comics Edition format.

She is the world’s greatest cat burglar and an adversary/lover to Batman. But she’s had enough of Gotham City and needs a break from the Dark Knight. What better escape than a European vacation? But it’s not all fun and games, as there’s business to take care of…

Catwoman: When in Rome chronicles Catwoman's mysterious trip to Italy and her dealings with the deadly Falcone crime family. While there, Catwoman must contend with some of Batman’s deadliest villains and a claw-tearing catfight with the lethal Cheetah! It’s an incredible tale about Gotham’s sexiest cat burglar.

Catwoman: When in Rome collects the six-part miniseries by the Eisner Award-winning team of Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale—reunited once again to continue the exciting adventures they began in Batman: The Long Halloween.

Collects Catwoman: When in Rome #1-6.

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