HOGANS ALLEY #25

Hogan’s Alley #25 features a career-spanning interview with Russell Myers, the creator behind Broom-Hilda and the man who is literally in the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest tenure on a comic strip (56 years and counting)! Speaking of witches in the comics, we count down the most powerful witches in the comics. The issue also takes a long look at Jeanie, the newspaper strip written by Selma Diamond, who was also the bailiff on TV’s Night Court, and presents a never-reprinted sequence from the strip. Readers will also learn about the amazing life and adventures of Nedra Harrison, the beautiful and adventuresome woman who was the model for Milton Caniff’s iconic Dragon Lady in Terry and the Pirates. And if you think that paper dolls in the comics didn’t have anything to do with the WWII effort, prepare to change your mind. Hogan’s Alley #25 has all this and more!

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

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• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
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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