Pam the Tortoise Who Doesn't Fart Fireworks

From Nicola Slater, bestselling illustrator of The Leaf Thief, comes a rollicking picture book about a tortoise named Pam who swears to her friends, family, and the narrator of this book, that she is a normal tortoise, and that she absolutely, positively, does NOT fart fireworks.

Pam is a tortoise who claims she doesn't fart fireworks. But there sure are a lot of fireworks and farts in this book. And they seem to always be when Pam is there. But she swears it isn't her. She even has a card that says it, see?

So read this book and decide for yourself: does Pam fart fireworks?

From Nicola Slater, bestselling illustrator of the Leaf Thief series and written by Stuart Heritage, comes a hilarious and unexpected story about a remarkable tortoise with a surprising talent. Perfect for fans of Don't Trust Fish and No One Likes a Fart.

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