MARVEL ART OF MICHAEL ALLRED

Clover Press is proud to present the next amazing artist in our series, with The Marvel Art of Michael Allred! Michael Allred's illustrious career includes nearly 30 years of Marvel Comics masterworks. His breathless output includes timeless takes on Spider-Man, the unparalleled zaniness of X-STATIX, epochal runs on Marvel's first family the FANTASTIC FOUR, and the cosmic grandeur of a never-more-human SILVER SURFER. Working in tandem with his wife Laura on colors, his instantly recognizable style has graced countless covers and lent a pop panache and nostalgic yet stylishly modern touch to virtually every major Marvel character. This is the first ever collection of the Eisner award-winning artist's fan favorite and critically lauded contributions to the Marvel Universe. The Marvel Art of Michael Allred collects the best and most personal pieces from three decades of his seminal work in the world's favorite fictional universe and includes never-before-seen art, behind-the-scenes material, and copious personal commentary from Allred, presented in a lavish 216 page 9" x 12" hardcover book. As an added bonus, the book features an introduction by Dan Slott and an afterword by Matt Fraction! In addition to the regular edition of this book, Clover Press is proud to also offer an exclusive edition only available to Direct Market shops. This edition will not be available in other stores!

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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