How to Love a Sinking Island

At once incisive and tender, heralded as “a landmark of craft and conscience” (Tracy K. Smith), this debut from award-winning poet Lana Reeves rigorously examines the effects of island colonialism at the geographical, spiritual, and cellular level

A collection lush with the peoples and landscapes of Hawai‘i, How to Love a Sinking Island explores what it means to be of a settled place, and the moral and physical obligations that ongoing colonialism demands. Fearless in her self-examination, and deeply loving of the islands she calls home, Lana Reeves negotiates her identity through questions of autonomy, familial inheritance, reparations, and stewardship, calling her community—and island communities across the globe—into dialogue around the responsibilities, and joys, of interrogating our relationship to place, of communing with our histories, and of imagining our imperiled future. Musically dazzling and polyvocal in form, How to Love a Sinking Island announces the arrival of a luminous new poetic voice that celebrates the hybridity of the body, its multitudes of expression, and its liberatory sound.

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

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