Squishy School #1: Buddy Up!

They’re teeny! They’re friendly! They’re SQUISHY! Join four squishy friends as they navigate making friends on the first day of school in this new, highly-illustrated chapter book series from the author of the Purrmaids series!

Tyra, a quiet dinosaur squishy, likes to be extra prepared. She is also extra excited for her first day at Squishy School! But she’s a little nervous about meeting new squishies. Luckily, the day is filled with a ton of fun things to do. Crafts with glitter? Extra sparkly! Classroom games? Extra silly! Recess on the playground? Extra fun! Turns out making new friends isn’t so hard when you’re up for trying new things. Tyra is ready for an extra special first day at Squishy School!

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:

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

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• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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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