Ratface Does Not Want to Be Your Friend

A hilarious picture book about not forcing friendship, starring a girl who's used to getting her way and an uncouth city rat, from Eliza Kinkz, author-illustrator of Mistaco.

Ratface lived in the greatest city on earth and slept on an old diaper by the dumpster. His only companion was a worm . . . or was it a crunchy spaghetti noodle? Obiously, he had everything he needed.

Tinky Suarez slept in a grand canopy bed, had a custom stretch limo, and handed out ponies like party favors just to make friends. But Tinky was lonely.

When Tinky’s limo runs over Ratface, she decides they should be best friends. To her complete shock, Ratface isn't interested! Maybe he just needs some sophisticated mayhem to change his mind?

Gloriously honest, Ratface Does Not Want to Be Your Friend proves you don’t have to like everyone, and they don’t have to like you . . . and that’s totally okay. A laugh-out-loud read about boundaries, big feelings, and finding the right friends, not all the friends.

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