My Beautiful Lunar New Year

Take a leap into a lifetime of learning with My Beautiful Book of Lunar New Year.

This early learning board book introduces very young children to the magical festival of Chinese New Year, when families gather, fireworks light up the night sky, and colorful lanterns fill the streets. This beautiful, photographic book explores the stories and celebrations behind one of the world’s oldest festivals. From the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac to the dancing dragons that bring good luck, every page is designed to spark wonder in babies and toddlers everywhere.

With a classic, beautiful design inspired by the bestselling Anthology series, the book is clear and easy for very young children to follow, and will aid early development and boost vocabulary. The sturdy board book with safe rounded corners is specially made for little hands, and young children will soon be turning the pages themselves, looking and pointing at the pictures, naming objects, joining in with the text, and learning all about Chinese New Year.

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