The Complete Microwave Cookbook

Forget lukewarm leftovers, sad soggy veg, and over cooked jacket potatoes – when used properly, your microwave is your kitchen’s best kept secret!

Make the most of this marvelous and often overlooked machine with The Complete Microwave Cookbook, and learn how to poach en papillote, whip up steamed puddings in mere moments, braise, boil, stew, bake, and even fry.

With recipes for delicious breakfasts, weekday dinners and weekend indulgences, this is the book you need for all your microwave inspiration. From easy and delicious breakfasts like luxury berry-pistachio porridge or herby eggs baked en cocotte, to fresh healthy lunches like lemony spelt salad, and hearty dinners like classic creamy chicken casserole – plus snacks, sides and treats covering everything in between.

Whether you’re new to microwave cooking or a time-pressed pro, this book is all you need to enjoy simple, flavorful, home-cooked microwave meals in minutes.

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