On the Mend

A refreshing contemporary romance about dating after divorce and the ludicrous turns life can take, from barely holding it together to a one-night stand and a love triangle . . . with your ex?

Jules Kessler has been divorced for two years, raising her daughters on her own, when her midlife-crisis-addled ex-husband, Jason, announces he’s engaged to a thirty-year-old content creator. Everyone around Jules is moving forward, so why does she feel so stuck?

At her sister’s insistence, Jules ventures out for the first time in, well, forever, and a deliciously comical one-night stand awakens a long-forgotten spark. Maybe dating after divorce isn’t such a terrible idea after all.

But when Jason unexpectedly lands back in her orbit, old habits creep in, and their complicated history starts to look a lot like unfinished business. Their marriage wasn’t perfect, but did they give up on it too fast?

Then there’s Ben, who makes Jules feel like herself for the first time in years. If only she’d get out of her own way…

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.

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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

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• 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