I Think I Made You Up

Debut author Katie Norton’s young adult dual-timeline novel connects two girls across seventy years through an apron, poetry, and Sylvia Plath.

A gentle yet powerful story of mental health, first love, and hope amid uncertainty, perfect for readers who love All My Rage by Sabaa Tahir.

Dorothy, 1954.

Since her mother’s death four years ago, Dorothy has run the household, caring for her younger brothers and grieving father. But she dreams of college and writing. When she meets Charlie, a wealthy summer islander, Dorothy begins to imagine a bigger future—one where she can finally set aside her mother’s apron.

Ella, 2024.

After a difficult year of mental health struggles, Ella and her parents are settling into a fragile new normal. Worried about her friend Marty’s unsafe home life, Ella searches for answers. When she finds embroidery on an old apron, it leads to poetry, hidden messages, and an unexpected connection to Sylvia Plath. As Ella and Marty try to piece together the meaning behind the words, the past begins to speak in ways neither of them expected.

Debut author Katie Norton connects two girls across seventy years in this dual-narrative YA novel exploring mental health, Sylvia Plath, friendship, relationships, hopes, and dreams as Ella and Dorothy learn from the past and grow into the women they want to become.

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

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• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
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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