The Backyard Bird Deck

Stay present, be curious, and live deeply in nature with this deck of 52 cards featuring inspiring quotes and artwork from Amy Tan’s #1 New York Times bestseller, The Backyard Bird Chronicles.

By imagining I was that bird, I felt a personal connection to it and deeper sense of what life is like for every bird: Each day is a chance to survive.

The Backyard Bird Deck features cards with inspiring quotes, musings, and thoughtful questions about nature's everyday wonders. Accompanied by Amy Tan's stunning artwork from The Backyard Bird Chronicles, the cards are packaged in a box that also serves as a tray. Display a card for morning reflection, journal in response to a quote, or give a card to someone else who could benefit from its simple insights. The fifty-two cards offer a unique message for every week of the year.

For those seeking inner peace, an uplifting message, or a deeper connection to the outdoors, The Backyard Bird Deck is a beautiful gift and way to tune into your own backyard chronicles.

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