The Fairy Tale Fan Club Volume 2

“Happily ever after” is just the beginning as comedian-actor-author Richard Ayoade and award-winning illustrator David Roberts present a second round of fan letters to iconic fairy tale characters—and their wry responses.

What if you could send your fairy tale idols your burning questions? Thanks to a dedicated fan club secretary, many such queries have been asked and answered in this compendium, with surprising results. Have you ever wondered why Puss in Boots wears footwear on only two of his legs (and what the heck happened to his pants)? Do you think the Beast’s evolving relationship with Beauty qualifies him to give marriage advice? What is Aladdin’s opinion of the strategy—when faced with a genie—of simply wishing for . . . more genies? How might the Ogres 4 Ogres Improvement Foundation respond to a grumpy, spiky-haired eleven-year-old who sees being called an “ogre” as a compliment? Learn the uncensored opinions of Robin Hood, Goldilocks, the Pied Piper, Tom Thumb, and several more in this witty collection of missives concocted by Richard Ayoade, cleverly illustrated by David Roberts.

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