STONEBREAKER

“Middle-school readers will love this strong young woman and her dramatic fantasy-adventure. ” - Booklist Four years after saving her brother, Anya continues to explore the endless, twisting streets of the mystical city, Noridun. With the help of her friend Toris-the demon librarian-she hunts for a cure to her brother’s amnesia. Meanwhile, a pair of mysterious strangers arrives in Anya’s home village. They have a plan that could change everything…! Stonebreaker is the much-anticipated sequel to Peter Wartman's acclaimed first graphic novel, Over the Wall. With stunning fantasy vistas, immersive world-building, and fluid action-packed art, Stonebreaker cements Wartman’s status as a break-out new talent to watch out for. Winner of the Moonbeam and Indie Book Awards. Peter Wartman is the creator of the acclaimed Over The Wall graphic novel. He’s currently hard at work drawing the new Avatar: The Last Airbender graphic novel series from Dark Horse Comics. He lives in Minneapolis.

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