Now That We Draw Vol. 5

FAKE LOVE, REAL FEELINGS

IRL love is an impossible game for aspiring mangaka Uehara-kun and Miyamoto-san. Neither of them has the romantic experience to be able to write a realistic romantic comedy, so now they’re living it instead—by pretending to date each other!

But matters are complicated by the arrival of Uehara-kun’s ultra-cute childhood friend, Love-chan, now a shonen mangaka wunderkind. And Miyamoto-san’s dreamboat mentor, best-selling shojo mangaka Yumemigasaki-sensei, is making Uehara-kun feel inadequate in every way. Will Uehara-kun and Miyamoto-san be able to declare their feelings, or will too many mangaka spoil the plot?

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

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• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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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