Hello Again

From the New York Times bestselling authors of The Myth of Normal, a path forward for parents and adult children locked in a difficult relationship

What happens when the people who shaped you, or the ones you shaped— are the very ones you can’t seem to reach—or can’t bear to be close to anymore?

In Hello Again, physician and trauma expert Gabor Maté joins his son Daniel Maté to illuminate the uniquely charged bond between parents and their adult children—a relationship defined by love, history, and an imbalance of power that never fully disappears.

Drawing on decades of clinical insight, hard-won personal experience, and their widely attended workshops, the Matés show why this “set menu, no substitutions” relationship so often becomes the site of recurring misunderstandings, resentment, withdrawal, or explosive conflict—even when both sides genuinely want things to be better.

This book doesn’t promise a tidy reconciliation or a “happy ending.” Instead, it offers something more realistic and more hopeful: a fresh start—whether that means rebuilding closeness, establishing steadier boundaries, or finding peace at a distance.

Inside you’ll find:

• A clear map of why the parent/adult-child bond is uniquely triggering—and why it’s also uniquely repairable
• Parent and adult-child “prototype” patterns that reveal what’s really happening beneath the argument
• Practical tools to pause, self-regulate, and communicate without collapsing into old roles
• Boundary guidance that protects dignity without hardening into punishment
• A realistic approach to accountability, grief, and forgiveness—without self-erasure
• Paths forward that honor safety, including less contact when that is the healthiest choice

For anyone who has ever thought, “I love them—so why is this so hard?” Hello Again is a wise, steady companion toward clearer seeing, truer connection, and lasting change.

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.

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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