CHILDREN OF THE PHOENIX VOL. 5: THE PRISON BREAK

The heist of the century saves the future of the Empire! Oskar Källner and Karl Johnsson's science fiction series for middle school children, Children of the Phoenix, has now reached its fifth book about the crew of the spaceship Phoenix. The Prison Break is packed with adventurous escapades, but also deals with the power of the past over the present and the courage to follow one's own conscience. Alice and Elias' journey through the galaxy continues. Brock has been abducted by the Azkalors, and the crew of the Phoenix follows. They are worried about him, but also about Alice. After being kidnapped by the Warders of Retention, she has started hearing voices and seeing things that don't exist. On the prison planet Feroz II, Brock is forced to search for treasures in a lethal jungle. Treasures that are then sold to the highest bidder at the local auction house. Kapa has a plan to free Brock, but will the crew be able to carry it out?

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