Grow, Bloom, Flourish

Find your center and a reason to celebrate with this undated 52-week planner from the author and artist behind My Inner Sky and the New York Times bestseller Am I There Yet?

"Leave self-consciousness. Take the dance shoes." This is one of the many uplifting Mari-isms that grace the pages of Grow, Bloom, Flourish, a bright planner featuring thoughtful check-ins, heartfelt encouragement for daily life, and a page of stickers to mark important dates. Each page sparkles with Mari's signature whimsy as you map out daily goals, tasks, and reminders from week to week.

Customize this undated planner by plugging in your own dates (start with any month--it's up to you!), keeping track of healthy habits and things you're grateful for, and reflecting on your progress, productivity, and overall wellness from month to month. Bright watercolor art dances throughout this planner, keeping you uplifted with Mari as your cheerleader and guide.

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