Sir Edmund of the Wild West: Mystery in Roswell

The Secret Life of Pets meets Ranger in Time in this humorous, historic, and mildly haunted illustrated chapter book series featuring a service dog who thinks he’s a knight, tasked with chasing the unsolved ghost stories of the Wild West.

Edmund, an extremely handsome goldendoodle and seizure-alert dog of esteemed lineage (according to him) is destined for life in a palace. Buckingham Palace, to be precise. 

But for now… Edmund works as a service dog and companion to a military veteran named Willy, an aspiring ghosthunter with a YouTube show. Together, Edmund and Willy investigate the most compelling cold cases in the Wild West. Edmund’s ability to speak with ghosts comes in quite handy, as does his superior intellect and shiny golden coat. (Of course!)

Their latest case brings Edmund and Willy to Roswell, New Mexico, where they attempt to get to the bottom of the most famous UFO sighting of all time. Little do they know that aliens make frequent visits to Roswell to abduct local dogs—and their investigation will put Edmund at risk!

A funny new chapter book series from an award-winning, bestselling author, capturing the heartwarming bond between man and his best friend—even when his best friend thinks he is a knight. Perfect for readers moving on from The Magic Treehouse and looking for a bridge between chapter books and middle grade.

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.

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Here's a brief overview of the main types:

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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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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