Little Bat and the Queens of the Night

In this awe-inspiring and science-filled picture book, with pictures by the New York Times bestselling illustrator of Odder, join a baby bat and her Mama as they visit the Queens of the Night: majestic flowers that bloom for only one night each year.

Little Bat has been waiting for this all year! For the first time, she is flying to meet the Queen in a grand garden!

Come along with Little Bat, her Mama, and their whole clan as they soar like shooting stars over darkened canyons, desert peaks, and parched riverbeds. But when they finally reach the garden, Little Bat is confused: she sees no Queen -- only boring, spindly cacti. But then... buds begin to tremble...until they burst spectacularly into bloom, with flowers as bright as moonlight. These are the Queens of the Night, and they are awake!

All night, the bats feast, pollinating the flowers... until the sun begins to rise, and the blooms begin to close, and it is time, once more, for Little Bat to fly home and sleep.

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