Spaceman: The Return

Where on Earth have you been, Spaceman? New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Randy Cecil proves, yet again, that life on this planet is rare and special indeed, not least with a loyal, tail-wagging friend by your side.

With a heart the size of the cosmos and wry humor to spare, this gentle sequel to the award-winning The Spaceman, which The Wall Street Journal deemed an “absolute sweetie of a picture book,” reunites bookish earthlings with a certain beloved alien—and not a moment too soon. With a replacement ship en route to retrieve him, the tiny spaceman is steeling himself to depart our beautiful planet and return to his dry, dusty duties. He wants nothing more than to stay. He’ll miss his wondrous adoptive home with its fantastical beasts, enormous fruits, and swimming rocks, but his fate, it seems, lies elsewhere. Unless? Unless a cherished friend should bound in and something extraordinary happens. Young sci-fi and fantasy fans will applaud the triumphant return of a hero with a knack for friendship who reminds us that everything we need—and could ever need—is right before our eyes.

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