Simply Stevie

A girl with an overactive imagination who struggles to stay focused adapts to life at a new school in the first book of a hilarious middle grade graphic novel series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Sara Shepard.

Eight-year-old Stevie has what her parents call a racecar brain: she loves noticing new things around her, and often finds it difficult to focus. Stevie is a star at her small and quirky school, where learning is playing, there are no tests or homework, and she and her best friend Maggie win awards for their creativity and imagination.

When her house floods and her family has to suddenly move, Stevie has to transfer to—gulp—a new school with less free time and way more rules. Some of the teachers even think Stevie is difficult because she gets distracted and can't seem to sit still.

Stevie copes by talking with her wise inner voice, as well as her annoying older brother Nathan. When things go from bad to worse at the new school, can Stevie find a way to speak up for herself, and show everyone there's more than one right way to be?

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