Maisy: Time for Preschool

A brand-new toddler range for the very first stories!

Maisy's back with a fresh new look – featuring updated branding, eye-catching covers, and exciting novelty formats – while staying true to everything readers love. Step into her happy, child-led world, full of warmth, curiosity, and everyday adventures. Lucy Cousins' iconic hand-painted Maisy artwork remains instantly recognizable and as inviting as ever. For over 35 years, Maisy has been a trusted first friend to millions, with gentle humor, independence, and gender-neutral appeal. She offers families reassurance and fun, sparking confidence and imagination, and laying the foundation for a lifelong love of books.

Spin the wheel to choose for Maisy!
Little ones decide what happens next in this interactive twist to Time for Preschool (with Time for Bed coming soon)! By spinning the wheel to choose Maisy’s activities, snacks, and games with friends, children can gently explore routines while building a sense of agency. These books offer a playful reading experience, also helping to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. An entertaining, engaging choice for toddlers!

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