The Lone Wolf

A gentle wolf must find the courage to protect his three piglets in this sumptuously illustrated picture book that turns "The Three Little Pigs" on its ear.

Viggo doesn’t fit in with the other wolves in the forest. Big Bad and his pack are fierce and ferocious, while Viggo prefers playing board games and making cupcakes. He tries to make friends with the gentler forest creatures, but everyone is too afraid of wolves to come near, so he settles into a quiet life as a lone wolf deep in the woods.

One day, a trio of tiny orphan piglets turns up at Viggo’s door, and caring for them brings new life into his home. With Big Bad's pack on the prowl, Viggo knows he must keep the piglets safe—and that he can’t do it alone. So he goes on a quest to search for a brave and strong hero among the forest creatures he encounters. But who will be strong enough to keep the big bad wolves at bay?

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