Instant Attraction

New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis introduces the charming little town of Wishful, California, the perfect place to start over for a woman wanting more from life and man looking for second chances . . .

Numbers cruncher Katie Kramer has been a good girl all her life, but as the sole survivor of a random, traumatic accident, she’s no longer taking things for granted. She kickstarts her new, adventurous life by taking a temp job, far out in the snow-capped Sierra Nevadas, as a bookkeeper for Wilder Adventures and Expeditions in the remote town of Wishful. Cabin life isn’t half-bad . . .

Cameron Wilder never thought he’d be back home with his family, helping his rough-and-tumble brothers run the lodge. With his sparkling ski career and big dreams behind him, the disappointment sours his taste for home. At least he has his old cabin waiting for him, where he can brood in peace. He just never expected to find someone already warming his bed.

Katie’s searching for adventure, and Cam knows just how to give it to her. There’s nothing wrong with a little temporary fun . . . until somebody doesn’t want it to end.

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