Tate Dived

A moving picture book in which a misunderstanding about the fate of a beloved dog leads to a child’s joyful reimagining of what it means to say goodbye. A story of love, longing, and the imaginary underwater adventures of a scuba diving beagle.

When a mom tries to find the right words to tell her son that their dog has died, he mishears her and finds himself imagining that Tate dived instead. The thought is enough to pull him out of his sadness and into the ocean, where he pictures Tate swimming, floating, moving like he used to as a puppy. As much as he misses his best friend, it’s a comfort to think of him out there on a whole new adventure, sniffing the seaweed the way he used to sniff the trees, making friends with puffer fish, and meeting enormous whales that look just like his favorite chew toy. It’s a relief to imagine that he’s safe and happy, even though it was his time to swim away from them. It makes missing him a little bit easier. It makes his heart feel a little bit bigger.

Tender and evocative, this picture book offers a deeply comforting approach to loss. Bestselling author Jennifer E. Smith and award-winning illustrator Leo Espinosa bring warmth and hope to this heartfelt portrayal of grief and the love that remains.

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