If You Think You're Lonely Now

The long-awaited, terrifying new novel from Gus Moreno, author of the cult classic This Thing Between Us

When Gabe and Espo buy the long-abandoned, three-flat apartment building in Chicago, it feels like their first real step toward freedom from the 9-to-5 grind. But their plan to renovate and rent out the other two units is immediately beset with challenges from all sides, and not just from inside the building. Gabe and Espo can handle the strange dreams, the oddities found within the walls, the music drifting down from empty attic. It's their families they really have to watch out for.

Gabe’s mother asks him to take in his troubled brother Ruben who is spiraling after his divorce. Espo’s estranged father, a recovering addict needs a place to stay. Now, with each floor of the building occupied, a dark presence begins to make itself known. And Gabe and Espo need to face not only what they’ve inherited—debt, grief, addiction, love—but the terrible possibility that some buildings don’t just hold the past. They feed on it.

Gus Moreno’s long-awaited new novel, If You Think You're Lonely Now, is a brilliant, bone-chilling exploration of love, intergenerational trauma, and the sometimes oppressive weight of filial duty.

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

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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
• 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