Summer Is Joyful in El Campo

Enjoy the beauty of summer in el campo as one girl explores Puerto Rico, discovering family, culture, and the joy of connecting to her roots.

A heartfelt picture book celebrating bicultural identity, perfect for families who split their time between places and find connection, culture, and belonging in both.

Summer in the city is sleeping in. It’s jumping double Dutch with friends and playing hide and seek behind and in between cars on the street.

But this summer, a young girl is going to el campo in Puerto Rico with her familia. There, el verano is running up and down hills of green, climbing trees, and picking guayabas with los primos and las primas. It’s falling asleep to el canto del Coquí, while estrellitas twinkle in the sky.

This sweet story celebrates multicultural identities and immigrant families that remain connected to their roots. Also available in Spanish.

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