I Picked Up a No-Good, Useless Prince, Volume 2

In this cozy fantasy rom-com offering a unique twist on the prince-and-commoner relationship, an innkeeper takes in a banished prince — who also happens to be her idol. Volume 2 of the series.

The Prince Kulhi Revival Project is going… surprisingly okay?

Under innkeeper/fangirl Emma’s tutelage, (former) First Prince Kulhi is learning to tackle laundry, cleaning, and the mysterious art of tea parties… with mixed results.

Just as “Kul” begins to find his footing around the inn, Nagi — Emma’s childhood friend and a talented fisherman — arrives looking for a job. Emma is grateful for the extra help, but Kul can’t help feeling more useless than ever beside this boisterous, beefy sweetheart. With a guy like that around, what use is someone like Kul…?

When a stranger shows up at the inn asking after the missing prince, things get even more comically complicated for Emma, Kul, and Inujirou.

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