NORTH VALLEY GRIMOIRE VOL. 1

SPYCRAFT MEETS SPELLCRAFT in North Valley is a slick, James Bond-style adventure fused with the supernatural suspense of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. This thrilling comic adaptation of the hit novel by author Blake Northcott (Barbarella, Catwoman) features art by Giuseppe Cafaro (Suicide Squad, Witchblade). Father Division, a CIA black-ops unit clandestinely hunts – and eliminates – the most dangerous threat in history – MAGICK. On a routine assignment, Agent Malek discovers a spell book more powerful than a nuclear weapon is loose amongst the public. As the world continues to spiral, it’s business as usual in North Valley—a sleepy suburb known for little more than golf courses and overpriced real estate... until a series of murders casts a shadow over the town. When Calista Scott investigates the death of her classmate, she uncovers the most dangerous weapon in existence – The North Valley Grimoire. “I love this book. Blake Northcott has seamlessly shifted genres and proven she’s as masterful in magic and fantasy as she was in science-fiction. Don’t pick this up unless you’re prepared to not put it down.” - Mark Millar (Writer of Marvel's Civil War, Kick-Ass and Kingsman)

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