The Debris Field

The beloved memoirist and bestselling author of RUNNING WITH SCISSORS returns with his first novel in 27 years.

Set in 1990s New York City, The Debris Field follows a wealthy nuclear family—a photographer mother, an early .com squatter father, their loner son and fashion-obsessed daughter—who have everything. Or do they?

Living bored in the ultimate apartment, enjoying fancy take-out, their household help, and the ultimate white privilege—the luxury of being dispassionate—the Biltstone family finally comes to life after seeing something on TV. A plane crash in suburban Ohio is dominating newly available 24-hour cable news, and it takes an event of this magnitude to unify the family, or even get them out of the house. They all know instantly what they must do: embark on an absurd journey—a family vacation of sorts—to experience the scene of their and the country's obsession. And once they are there, we come to find, truly, who they are.

Augusten Burroughs’s first novel in twenty-seven years, The Debris Field is distinctly Augusten Burroughs: scathing and funny, it wickedly skewers white privilege via a family and decade that come vividly alive, from the clothes, food, and furniture to the casual racism, and distinctly pre-9/11 mélange of ease and doom. It is provocative and satisfying, with writing that is lyrical and potent, darkly funny and deeply true.

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.

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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

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• 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