The Spicy Bedtime Companion

Thirty tantalizing stories written especially for couples, from the queen of the naughty bedtime story.

In Naughty Bedtime Stories and Bawdy Bedtime Stories, Lloyd spun stories sexy enough to keep readers up all night. Here are thirty more, all packed with heady eroticism?and guaranteed to turn up the heat?

In one tale, it?s a would-be author?s first jab at an erotic short story. Fortunately, the luscious heroine he creates shows up in the flesh, and just in time to help. In another, a flesh-and-blood man creates his perfect cyber-woman. And with her expert hands and mouth, she fits him like a glove. And in a third, paper-thin hotel walls are all a lonely businessman needs to fulfill his fantasies, when he has neighbors so vividly—and loudly—fulfilling theirs.

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