Jodie Doesn't Love Dogs

Some people just don’t like dogs. Or do they? When her friend needs a pet-sitter, Jodie discovers the surprising benefits of having a canine companion in this upbeat story for those on all sides of the dog-love divide.

From the author of the award-winning picture book My Daddy Is a Cowboy and a Coretta Scott King Honor–winning illustrator comes a tale for dog fans and NOT dog fans that touches on themes of friendship, pet care, and all-around good-heartedness. Jodie doesn’t love dogs. She doesn’t love small, cute dogs or big, beautiful dogs. She doesn’t love friendly or funny ones. And she definitely doesn’t love dogs that slobber over everything. But Jodie does love her best friend, Seeley, who is about to go on vacation and can’t bring her cherished pup, Momo. When Jodie agrees to dog-sit, it comes with a lot of things she “doesn’t love”—barking, running around the house, walks, and cleaning-up after. But when bedtime comes and brings with it a thunderstorm, Jodie finds that a snuggly pup is exactly what she needs. With a sympathetic narrative, expressive illustrations, and a clever and heartwarming final twist, this welcoming dog story is sure to have tails wagging.

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