HOST MORTEM

ON TELEVISION, THEY PRETENDED TO BE DETECTIVES. NOW THEY HAVE TO BE REAL ONES TO SOLVE AN ACTUAL MURDER! Former Carmen Sandiego hosts Kevin Shinick and Greg Lee spent the '90s pretending to solve mysteries. Now, thanks to a time portal, they're trapped in 1947 Hollywood having to solve real ones, armed with little more than quick wits and a head full useless trivia. In this game show, gumshoe graphic novel, when a murder tied to Humphrey Bogart's The Big Sleep threatens to rewrite history, the clues become humor, hosts and homicide. Part L. A. Confidential, part Only Murders In The Building, HOST MORTEM is a darkly funny, time-traveling noir adventure that asks: Are TV hosts really smart? Or do they just hold the answers? From Bestselling author and Emmy winning writer Kevin Shinick.

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