Dada's Story

In this lyrical intergenerational picture book, a nonbinary child sits beneath a beautiful tree in a city park with their Dada and learns about their beloved grandfather's childhood in pre-Partition India.

One Sunday, beneath Dada’s favorite oak tree in their local city park, Noor listens as their grandfather shares memories of his childhood in a village in pre-Partition India. Noor is swept into the joyful story of Dada's best friendship that blossomed under an ancient banyan tree. It didn't matter that Dada was Muslim and his friend Rishi was Hindu. But when the British divided the land, homes, families, and friends were torn apart. Dada's family was forced to leave for a new country.

Tender and expansive, Dada's Story introduces young readers to the legacy of Partition through the intimate bond between a child and grandparent. This magical, heartfelt story written by acclaimed author Fatimah Asghar is paired with luminous, vibrant artwork by Tara Anand. The tree roots that appear in the story, in both words and imagery, are depicted across time and place, rejecting traditional notions of borders and identity to celebrate all the ways we are connected by the love we share.

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