The Dog from Ipanema

The rollicking story of an exuberant pup’s day at the beach—inspired by the iconic bossa nova song and the beloved stray dogs of Brazil

Small and squat and gold and frisky . . . Meet the dog from Ipanema, an endearing little stray dog full of confidence and energy. Nothing can stop him from having a great day at the beach—not honking cars, fussy sunbathers, or busy futebol players. He’s oblivious to them all! After all, he’s only interested in nonstop play—which eventually leads him to the conclusion that perhaps it might be nice to slow down and find someone to play with?

With vibrant art and rhythmic text, this joyous tale celebrates Brazil’s beloved vira-lata caramelos (caramel-colored mutts) and famed beaches and gives a nod to the iconic bossa nova song.

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