The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic

Instant New York Times Bestseller

USA Today Bestseller

Practical Magic meets Gilmore Girls in this touching and cozy witchy romance debut that explores the shields we build around our hearts to retain our own magic.

This warm and whimsical paranormal romance book for readers of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches includes delicious recipes to try in your own kitchen!

Sadie Revelare has always believed that the curse of four heartbreaks that accompanies her magicwould be worth the price. But when her grandmother is diagnosed with cancer with only weeks tolive, and her first heartbreak, Jake McNealy, returns to town after a decade, her carefully structuredlife begins to unravel.

With the news of their grandmother's impending death, Sadie's estranged twin brother Seth returnsto town, bringing with him deeply buried family secrets that threaten to tear Sadie's world apart.

Their grandmother has been the backbone of the family for generations, and with her death, Sadieisn't sure she'll have the strength to keep the family, and her magic, together.

As feelings for Jake begin to rekindle, and her grandmother growing sicker by the day, Sadie facesthe last of her heartbreaks, and she has to decide: is love more important than magic? Thistouching and cozy small town fantasy romance for fans of The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake isthe perfect heartwarming read to curl up with on a chilly fall night.

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