HANK HOWARD PIZZA DETECTIVE A SLICE OF LIFE

SPECIAL DELIVERY! New York Times best-selling writer Robert Venditti (SUPERMAN ‘78) and world-renowned comics legend David Lapham (STRAY BULLETS) join forces to unveil the latest and greatest addition to the comic crimefighters canon - HANK HOWARD, PIZZA DETECTIVE. But you’ve never seen an action hero quite like this. Meticulously curated, this hefty collection contains every sizzling in-universe Hank Howard adventure published to date including CALIGULA’S SAFE, THE COUNTERFEITER’S GAMBLE, THE BAD GOODS, and both explosive two-part blockbuster stories: THE TWO HOLLYWOODS and A SLICE OF LIFE. Buckle up to meet Hank Howard, Pizza Detective -- a man who lives and breathes the high-stakes, adrenaline-fueled, thrill ride world of pizza crime. Pizza crime has taken Hollywood, Florida to the brink, and Hank Howard, the street-smart corporate for Big Caligula's Florida's premier pizza-chain is the one man who stands in its way. Whether he’s chasing down hijacked food trucks, going toe-to-toe with an Aussie drug syndicate pushing contraband pies, or hunting down a stone-cold killer, Detective Hank Howard will stop at nothing to protect and serve pizza. Because nothing tastes better than justice.

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