The Side Effects of Loving You

Love isn’t always easy. Kaylha Karrington introduces us to three couples striving to achieve happiness and love in some less-than-ideal circumstances.

Draya has given up the hope of being in love ever since her fiancé, Korey, decided to make a fool out of her, so she packs up her son and moves out of their home. Korey, however, has not and will not give up on Draya. He swears he didn’t cheat on her. Draya wants to trust and believe, but she doesn’t know how. Will this couple get it together, or will the possibility of a future together disappear right before their eyes?

Junie and Jace’s relationship has always had highs and lows, but lately there seem to be more lows. Junie is in desperate need of some freedom. Jace’s controlling ways have made her feel like a prisoner in her own home, scared to leave but frightened to stay. What will she choose: Her life or her love for Jace?

Dreux is the hot girl that men want but can’t have, with a past full of regrets and a baby that she loves more than anybody in the world. She just wants somebody that will love her for her, but sometimes the wall she puts up to guard her heart makes it hard for any man to get close to her. Her baby’s father, Max, is set on getting their child taken from her. He almost defeats her until Deion, a well-known lawyer, comes in and helps. Could he be just the man Dreux needs?

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