Little Red and the Midnight Spell (or, The Swan Princess and the Big Bad Wolf)

What would happen if Little Red Riding Hood had a curse on her hands, and the Swan Princess went up against the Wolf? Fairy tales meet Freaky Friday in this series by New York Times bestselling author Kim Bussing, where there’s a magical mix-up for every princess!

Rue desperately wants to be a princess. It is her greatest wish—one she keeps as close to her heart as her precious red cloak, the memory of her older brother, and the secret fevers that keep her up at night. Unfortunately, wish-granting is in short supply where Rue comes from . . . or so she thought, until she suddenly wakes up in a palace right as the royal family disappears.

Odette, on the other hand, can't think of anything worse than being a princess. All she wants is the freedom to explore, spend time with her swans, and find out what really happened when her sister went missing. So when the chance arises to leave her title behind, she jumps on it—and straight into a plot that finds her going head to head with the most dangerous animal in the kingdom.

Happily-ever-after couldn’t feel farther away. Can Rue save the royal family before it's too late? And can Odette find a way to live her own dreams?

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