HALF OF THE CROWN MANGA VOL. 1

When Penny Chiu, a girl haunted by the unseen world, is invited to a new school, she didn't expect to be sharing a space with the standoffish yet kind Issei Akuzawa, much less her soul; however, their bond might be the deciding factor in an ancient conflict as it finally comes to a head. Part of Cosmic Lion Productions’ new CLManga line With nearly 17k readers on Webtoon, Ro Higashi's HALF OF THE CROWN is well-established, and CLP is proud to bring you the first-ever print edition. As Ro observes, this new version has some enhancements: "As a kid, I wanted to be a writer. I had no idea I was dyslexic, and a 3rd grade teacher told me I was a bad writer. So in a fit of ODD, I decided from then on, I would draw my stories instead, dyslexia be damned. Some of the speech in the book is refined from the webtoon panels. Since I wrote those parts when I wasn't managing my dyslexia well, the printed comic is more concise and easier to follow, in my opinion, although the story remains the same. "

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