Have a Great Day

"To have a great day every day it helps to think great thoughts and to concentrate on at least one every day."

-- Norman Vincent Peale

The renowned Dr. Norman Vincent Peale shares a virtual smorgasbord of inspiration and positive thought -- one for every day of the year, including leap year -- to keep your best foot forward all day long.

Here you'll find "thought conditioners" to refresh and reinforce positive attitudes. "spirit lifters" to dispel our doubts and fears and help us persevere through the darkest of days, as well as other "daily vitamins" to keep us motivated and uplifted every day, on such important topics as
-- dealing with criticism
-- reaching our goals -- career and personal
-- learning the art of relaxation
-- finding the strength and power inside everyone
-- turning a negative experience into positive growth and more, to make each day the best it can be -- this year and every year.

Begin Each Day Renewed, Refreshed -- And Glad To Be Alive

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