OCTOBER GIRL VOL. 3

18-year-old Autumn Ackerman has always dreamed of a more magical world, but ever since she learned that she was one of the Night Folk, a race of incredible creatures that lie in the shadows of our world, the world has become a nightmare. Strange powers, family secrets. ancient enemies, and now her own father is dead, leaving Autumn with nothing but more questions about who she is and what the Night Folk really are. But the one person who can answer her questions, the October King, leader of the Night Folk and Autumn's grandfather, is dying, and the only hope of saving him lies in a place Autumn has only seen in her dreams, a place many of the Night Folk fled to centuries ago when humanity turned on them, including her grandmother-the Night World. Now Autumn has to find a way to the Night World and unravel the secrets of the Night Folk to save her grandfather and her world. Along the way, she will face old enemies and new friends, and discover the truth about the Night Folk. The critically acclaimed October Girl series continues with an all new adventure from Mad Cave/Maverick and Matthew Dow Smith (DC's MISFITS OF MAGIC and the AMELIA SHADOWS series).

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