LOUD HOUSE VOL. 28: NIGHT HAUNTS

NIGHT HAUNTS! It’s a celebration of all things Lucy Loud in this spooktacular special! The Ghosts of Ghoul Manor come out to play…a roleplaying game! But can Dad put aside his wizard obsession to get into the spirit of things? Then, Lucy has a vision that Cliff is looking for love! Can the Louds claw together a romance for the cat? And when the Morticians Club goes out for a gloomy afternoon picnic, the weather turns all wrong. It’s sunlight and flowers everywhere! It’ll take an extraordinary invention to bring the vibes back down to the shadows where they belong. Fifty pages of love for Lucy Loud—it’s the hilarious Halloween treat you’re dying for! Another jam-packed anthology of heartfelt stories by the talent behind the Emmy-nominated series THE LOUD HOUSE and THE CASAGRANDES!

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