The Great Northern Brotherhood of Canadian Cartoonists

Legendary cartoonist Seth takes readers into the hallowed halls of the G-N-B-double-C—The Great Northern Brotherhood of Canadian Cartoonists–where yesterday’s comics legends and their beloved characters adorn the walls, and only the elite few can get an up close and personal look. That is, until now.

Welcome to the Dominion branch of the Great Northern Brotherhood of Canadian Cartoonists, erected in 1935–the last standing building of the once prestigious members-only organization (the ‘G-N-B-double-C,’ to those in the know). Here, everyone from all branches of the industry—newspaper strips, gag cartoons, nickel-backs, comic books, political art, accordion books, graphic novels—gathered in their dark green b
lazers to drink cocktails, eat, dance, and discuss all things cartooning.

In The Great Northern Brotherhood of Canadian Cartoonists, beloved elder statesman of indie comics and multi-award-winning cartoonist Seth opens the door to an unseen world of Canadian comics: sometimes fictional and sometimes not, sometimes humorous and sometimes bittersweet, but always fascinating in its creative exploration of history and collective memory.

This gorgeous paperback of a D&Q classic is available for purchase on its own or as part of a boxed set, also coming to stores this fall!

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