La Mala Suerte Is Following Me

Who would think that opening an umbrella indoors brings bad luck? Not Miguel! A fun and relatable read for any superstitious kid looking to make their own luck.

Award-winning author Ana Siqueira proves that superstitions cross cultures in this fun and heartfelt picture book with integrated Spanish words. Time to cheer Miguel on!

Miguel’s abuelita warned him that opening an umbrella in the house will bring La Mala Suerte (Mrs. Bad Luck) who will follow him wherever he goes, and now Miguel’s life is ruined!

Miguel’s abuelita warns him that opening an umbrella in the house will bring La Mala Suerte (Mrs. Bad Luck) who will follow him wherever he goes. Now Miguel’s life is ruined!

He trips, fails an exam, and he can’t block a shot to save his life at soccer practice. Nothing works to get rid of Mrs. Bad Luck—looking for a four-leaf clover, sweeping, auntie’s "existential" oils . . . Now what?

Using integrated Spanish words and playful language, La Mala Suerte Is Following Me takes a silly and heartfelt look at superstitions. Award-winning author Ana Siqueira proves that superstitions cross cultures in this fun and relatable read, perfect for all readers.

Also available in Spanish.

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.

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Omnibus

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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Usually 300-600 pages
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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