Order of the Night Jay (Book 3): The Mountain Calls

Camp Jay Bird is wilder than ever as nervous bear Frank and excitable raccoon Ricky try to stop an evil ghost from acquiring a magic feather that grants wishes.

Things at Camp Jay Bird are wilder and weirder than ever. Ricky’s getting slimed, Edna can’t stop tripping over everything, and the food in the mess hall is almost as scary as the ghosts haunting the hills outside. The source of all the trouble? The Night Jay’s Feather, a magical artifact that can grant the wishes of anyone who holds it…if they pay the price. The meanest counselors in camp have it, an evil ghost named Jed wants it, and Frank and Ricky are the only ones who can stop them before the full moon rises and the Night Jay comes to collect. It’s a scary situation, to say the least, but maybe Frank and Ricky can finally get their first merit badges!

Scores are settled and secrets are revealed in the thrilling conclusion to The Order of the Night Jay.

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