So, This Is Love

Finley and Arthur, who first met in So, This Is Christmas, are back in another charming young adult romance that culminates in an “absolutely swoon-worthy” (School Library Journal) Valentine’s Day surprise.

Finley is excited to return to boarding school at Barrington and reunite with Arthur, with whom she shared an idyllic Christmas romance. But to her surprise and dismay, Arthur is curiously distant and seems unwilling to resume their relationship. Could conniving Bronwyn be the cause? Or did something happen on his trip home to England to visit his wealthy, snobbish family?

Meanwhile, Finley navigates a place for herself at school, with guidance from Ayisha, her friend from home who is already winning hearts as a new student at Barrington.

An eventful ski weekend, an encounter with Arthur’s intimidating father, and some unexpected news from Finley’s parents are only the start of a whirlwind few weeks as Finley helps Arthur decide what he really wants—and how to get it.

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