Donutella Hamachi and the Drama Queens

From drag star Kim Chi and best-selling author Stephan Lee comes the next installment in the adventures of Donutella Hamachi, the fabulous superhero alter ego of middle schooler Jae Han.

Jae Han and his friends (aka the Library Avengers) are excited about the school play, an original musical based on the work of their favorite comics artist, Park Seon Woo. As the gang decides which parts they want to audition for, Jae Han is content to do the makeup, with a little inspiration from the glamorous Donutella Hamachi—superhero AND makeup executive. But his friends convince Jae Han to go for the main role of the nonbinary Uri. Unfortunately, Pixie Rupelle, your typical nightmarishly talented and precocious theatre kid, is determined to get the part. And if she doesn’t, Jae Han will have her ruthless mother, aka the KraKaren, to deal with.

With its signature mix of comic panels and text, this next book in the Donutella Hamachi series delivers another empowering tale of friendship, community, self-confidence, and standing up to bullies.

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