The Big Shot Bear

A brand-new story about loyalty, trust, and standing up to bullies in the beloved Adventures of Adam Raccoon series from author and Disney animating legend Glen Keane!

When King Aren goes away on a journey, Adam Raccoon and his friends dive into the job the king gave them of picking apples. But before long, Beelzy Bear, a pompous bully, shows up and throws everything into chaos. He interrupts the apple picking and soon has almost everyone listening to his wild stories about himself. Adam hopes King Aren will return soon and handle the bear. But when Beelzy announces that he will be the new king instead of King Aren, the animals of King's Woods will have to decide where their true loyalties lie.

Paired with the energetic and graceful illustrations from Disney animating veteran Glen Keane and interwoven with the lesson of loyalty, trust, and learning how to stand up to bullies, The Big Shot Bear is a brand-new Adam Raccoon adventure kids and parents will love adding to their collection!

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