Just Add Junk

Turn everyday scraps into art with a colorful junk journal designed for imaginative, no-pressure play—no rules or perfection required.

Just Add Junk reimagines the traditional junk journal as a vibrant space for self-expression. Illustrator and designer Megan Roy pairs simple prompts with colorful pages and plenty of open space for experimentation, helping users spark their imagination and unleash their creativity. Cut, paste, layer, and collage ticket stubs, packaging, notes, and other bits of everyday life into personal works of art.

Inside this creative art journal, you’ll find:

• Simple prompts that make it easy to begin
  
• Playful, colorful pages with room to experiment
  
• 6 sticker pages for embellishing each page
  
• 6 perforated cardstock pages of original collage materials
  
• A convenient pocket for collecting ephemera
  
• Inspiration for exploring scrapbooking and mixed media using materials already on hand
  

Accessible to beginners yet engaging for experienced makers, this modern junk journal offers a relaxing, screen-free way to preserve memories, try new techniques, and enjoy creative freedom without the pressure of a blank page.

Bold, playful, and ready to personalize, Just Add Junk stands out among gifts for artists, journal lovers, scrapbookers, paper-craft enthusiasts, creative teens and adults, and anyone looking for a fresh, modern approach to junk journaling.

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