I Promise You This

Make a promise that will last a lifetime with this heartfelt picture book, full of affirming wishes from a parent or caregiver that encourage children to grow into who they're meant to become.

I promise to notice the ways you are you.
To celebrate each place your spirit comes through.

To delight in the ways that you’re deeply yourself.
And to help you be that, more than anything else.

I Promise You This captures all the wishes you have stored in your heart for your child. Filled with gentle rhymes by M.H. Clark and beautiful, painterly illustrations by Frances Ives, this is a timeless book that children can hold onto for years to come. The messages inside help your child know that you care deeply for them and that you promise to appreciate all the beautiful things that make them themselves.

The fine-art style illustrations capture the deep emotional connection between a child and caregiver and move through child developmental stages, beginning with a newborn embraced by their parent and ending with a young adult saying goodbye to embark on their own journey. Throughout, you'll find many kinds of families in tender scenes of play, exploring, and togetherness.

As you read this book together, your child will hear words of encouragement that they can carry with them for a lifetime, and you’ll be reminded of all the most important promises you want to embody for them each day.

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