The Book Hunter

Two rival rare books specialists must work together to unravel the dangerous secrets of a remote mansion, in the next thrilling novel in the Psychic Dogs series by New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz.

Chloe Harper has worked hard to establish herself as the Book Hunter, an expert who uses her psychic talents to find rare and valuable volumes. It’s not been easy. She keeps losing out on the best acquisitions to a mysterious competitor called the Ghost. But now she has an opportunity that could take her career to the next level: an invitation to evaluate the mysterious library of the Neville estate.

A delivery gone wrong at the Museum of Psychic Magicians almost derails the commission before it begins when a wolf-dog hidden in an exhibit takes a sudden interest in her—as do the men hunting the dog. Having acquired a canine companion in need of protection, Chloe hires a security agent to pose as her research assistant. Shockingly, Mercer Knightsmith—the Ghost—shows up for the job.

Things deteriorate at the Neville mansion, where Chloe discovers she is not the only consultant who has been summoned. When one of the guests is murdered by psychic means, it becomes clear that Chloe and Mercer must join forces to survive the danger. But trust isn’t the only thing that can bloom in life-or-death situations. So can a desire that is impossible to ignore. . . .

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