Runaways By Rainbow Rowell Omnibus

Acclaimed author Rainbow Rowell reunites the teen renegades!

The “it” book of the early 2000s is back, with the original cast: Nico! Karolina! Molly! Chase! Old Lace! And could it be...Gert?! The heart of the Runaways died years ago, but you won’t believe how she returns! But did Chase and Gert’s love survive their time apart? Have Karolina and Nico’s feelings made their friendship impossible? What about Victor Mancha and Doombot, the allies they made along the way? And have they truly seen the last of OG Runaway turned traitor Alex Wilder? Nico learns the shocking truth of her Staff of One! The Gibborim walk the Earth once more! The inspirational Doc Justice seeks to turn the Runaways into his new J-Team! The X-Men have an offer for Molly! And just as the Runaways finally rebuild their lives, everything comes crashing to the ground. But when Doctor Doom becomes emperor of Earth, where will Doombot’s allegiances lie?

COLLECTING: Runaways (2017) #1-38, Runaways (2025) #1-5

Written by: Rainbow Rowell

Penciled by: Kris Anka, David Lafuente, Andrés Genolet, Natacha Bustos, Elena Casagrande, Roberta Ingranata & More

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