Harbor Lights, Harbor Nights

Brimming with the small-town heart and seaside charm of Martha’s Vineyard, and set in the historic fishing village of Menemsha, the latest Up Island novel finds bookshop owner Maddie Clark facing a new set of joys and trials. . .

Maddie, Rex, and their beloved surprise baby, Liliana, are officially a family. The Vineyard is in bloom with late spring pastels, and Maddie’s bookshop, her grown son, and Grandma are thriving. Alas, a phone call from Maddie’s attorney brings sad news. His mother, Evelyn, is dead. Evelyn was like a sister to Maddie’s late mother. More recently, Maddie’s father had grown close to her.

Evelyn was found in her stately home’s award-winning garden. Natural causes are assumed—until an autopsy reveals Pokeweed poisoning. The leaves aren’t normally toxic, though combined with Evelyn’s heart condition they could be. But did she even grow Pokeweed? Could her death have been a mistake . . . a suicide . . . or foul play?

Amid the troubling questions, Maddie is in for more unexpected news—a bequest that will grant her a large responsibility and a not-so-small fortune. But she’s barely absorbed the information when a hidden part of Rex’s past surfaces and threatens their marital idyll. Then a shocking arrest is made for Evelyn’s murder. Certain the police are wrong, Maddie is determined to unearth the truth—a pursuit that will test her most cherished bonds like never before . . .

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