I WANT TO BE YOUR DOG OMNIBUS

The first new edition in 30 years, I Want to Be Your Dog is the story where Ho Che Anderson announced himself as a creative force to be reckoned with. Mary Greenberg, a Jewish Guyanese woman living in Toronto, is recovering from a bad breakup. One that makes her want to be bad all by herself. Mary’s ex, Xal, is a sadomasochistic abuser and petty thief, lying low in New York City with his brother Baron. Mary was Xal’s collared “dog” but this time around, she wants to be the one holding the leash. That’s when she meets Damian—sweet, soft, and woefully insecure about sex. What starts as a genuine connection becomes an ugly web of moral corruption, domination, and submission. To make matters worse, Mary wants to know what it’s like to kill someone. And that’s before Xal washes up back in Toronto. This new omnibus edition includes, for the first time ever in print, the digital-only short story “Miles From Home”, a gently heartbreaking side sequel focusing on Mary’s sister, Mo, and a brand-new chapter focusing on Mary decades later which is a bittersweet coda to the main story. Plus, bonus material featuring promotional sketches, deleted scenes, and the author’s reflections on the work three decades later. Visually daring and thematically fearless, Anderson’s opus remains as real and raw today.

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