Living Brave

From New York Times bestselling author Kobi Yamada and artist Charles Santoso, this adorable all-ages picture book is filled with bite-sized pieces of wisdom to help you practice courage as a skill, embrace your fears, and bravely live a life you love.

As part of the beloved Add More Goodness series, this little book will empower you to step into a courageous life, one small act of bravery at a time. Filled with uplifting messages that frame courage as a life skill, each page is both a gentle challenge and an encouragement. Kobi Yamada’s words push readers to step beyond their comfort zones—and to keep moving forward, even if we’re still a little afraid:

• "Get started. The first step to any adventure is to take the first step."

• "Be open to new things. Get comfortable being uncomfortable. Do something you’re a little not ready to do."

• "Be brave in your pursuits. Limits and fears can often be confused with one another."

These simple yet powerful pieces of wisdom are paired with Charles Santoso’s intricate illustrations, which follow the adventures of an adorable hedgehog. A naturally timid creature, the main character is seen unfurling from its defensive ball and engaging in various acts of bravery, reinforcing the book’s theme in an endearing way. Living Brave also features fun cameos of the duckling, bear, raccoon, and sloth characters from the previous books in the series.

This book reminds you that the more you practice courage, the greater its power becomes. Living Brave makes an empowering gift for children or adults and is perfect for graduation, new ventures, life transitions, or retirement. Read through the whole book in a quick sitting for a big dose of motivation, or flip through the pages to find a single mantra to hold onto for the day. You’ll find that the way to living brave is simpler than you may think.

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