Hilo Book 11: The Great Space Iguana

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • When a space iguana shows up in D.J.’s backyard, it turns out it’s D.J. who might be the key to saving the universe in this hilarious New York Times bestselling graphic novel series that’s “an action-packed page-turner with heart” (Dav Pilkey, author of Dog Man).

★ “A MUST-HAVE for all children’s graphic novel collections.” —School Library Journal (starred review)

“Delightful, silly, tender, and most importantly: funny.” —Jeff Smith, bestselling author of the Bone comic series

Team Hilo is back! But somehow, a giant space iguana has landed in D.J.’s backyard. Where did she come from? And why is the whole universe out to get her? As D.J., Hilo, and Gina race through space to get their special guest back to her home planet, it quickly becomes clear that they’re in a galaxy of trouble. Because if they can’t return her in time, the whole universe may be in jeopardy! Between some very cranky space monsters, one super annoyed alien dad, and a warrior match combat challenge, the Hilo trio have their work cut out for them. Can they return their new friend back home before it’s too late? And can D.J. really drive a spaceship?

Filled with colorful illustrations and laugh-out-loud text, this action-packed graphic novel series shows that no matter where you come from, kindness, friendship, and choosing your own path are the greatest superpowers of all.

And for an outstanding gift, don’t forget to check out Hilo: The Epic Boxed Set, which includes the first 10 books in the series!

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