LOVE EVERLASTING VOL. 1

Multiple Eisner Award-winning writer Tom King (The Vision, Mister Miracle,Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow) and critically acclaimed artist Elsa Charretier (November,The Unstoppable Wasp, Harley Quinn, Infinite Loop) deliver a haunting, genre-defying tale in the graphic novel seriesLove Everlasting.Joan Petersen is a woman caught in a surreal loop of doomed romance. One moment she’s the starry-eyed secretary in a 1950s office affair; the next, she’s tangled in a dust-choked Western love triangle, or swept into the arms of a soldier during wartime. From high school hallways to bloodstained battlefields, each of Joan’s lives brings readers a new setting, a new lover—and the same inevitable, gut-wrenching end.But Joan is starting to remember. And she’s starting to resist.As her impossible journey unfolds and a mysterious cowboy enters the picture,Love Everlastingtransforms into a gripping meditation on free will, fate, and the cultural myths that shape our ideas of love and identity. Blending classic romance comics with an unsettling sci-fi twist,Love Everlastingis the perfect read for fans of stories likeWandaVision,Russian Doll, andEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.Collects LOVE EVERLASTING #1-5

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