Instant Journal

No time to keep a journal (let alone a bullet journal)? This simple, clever book is the answer.

The benefits of journaling are widely known--giving us greater clarity and focus, and allowing us to record the fleeting moments of our daily lives. But the sad truth is that many of us are too busy or stressed to keep a journal in the first place. Finally, help is on the way.

Instant Journal is illustrator Mia Nolting's five-minute solution for anyone who wants to keep track of their emotions, productivity, goals, social life, and more. It's filled with hand-lettered checklists, pie charts, and other tools designed to help you make note of your daily experiences--one two-page spread per week, plus a second spread each week for free-form note-taking.

If the prospect of bullet-journaling from scratch makes you want to run and hide, Instant Journal offers a simpler way to stay connected to what matters most--and have fun as you make each page your own.

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