Hometown Gothic

The eagerly awaited second novel from GennaRose Nethercott, the award-winning author of Thistlefoot and Fifty Beasts to Break Your Heart, in which a young woman must embark upon a haunted quest to find her missing friend

The frogs of Lonehaven, Vermont have been watching their rural town for centuries. They’ve seen tourists pass through like ghosts, visible for a flash before traveling on to other lands, other lives. They’ve seen teens dream of getting out . . . while driving in circles between the empty lot and the rotary. They’ve watched farm families till ancestral soil. And, from deep in their wet beds, they’ve witnessed best friends Piper and Eels descending into the cellar of the old cinema . . . and only Piper coming out.

This isn’t the first time Victoria Adeline Eels has disappeared. She’s tried to abandon Lonehaven more times than anyone can count. But when phantom clouds of her favorite rare perfume begin manifesting, disembodied, around the village, it becomes clear that this time, not all is as it seems.

Brought brilliantly to life by Nethercott’s signature lyricism and poignancy, Hometown Gothic is an epic ballad stitched through with mysterious carnivals, cursed perfume, haunted bridges, and dark secrets.

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