How My Cute Girlfriend and I Started a Love Story, Volume 1

A sweet office romance GL between a cute, friendly girl and her seemingly stoic colleague—who actually has an adorable clumsy side!

Office lady Kako Yokosawa loves cute things, and that includes herself!

She wears her cute face like a shield, her greatest strength against an uncaring world that judges her based on shallow assumptions. When stoic, intimidating saleswoman Chiaki Kurusu asks her out to dinner, Kako gives her the same brush-off she does every guy who asks her out just because she's a pretty face... only to be shocked when Chiaki calls her bluff.

As the two women grow closer, blurring the line between friends and something more, Kako makes a shocking discovery: beneath her cold and professional mask, Chiaki hides a soft and earnest side... one that might be even cuter than Kako's!

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