The Wayside Guide to Baking and Bloodlust

Pair one grumpy vampire prince with a passionate lawyer, add in a magical hotel brimming with feral fairies and anxious pixies . . . you’ve got the perfect recipe for an enchanting romance.

Slowly rebuilding her life after a devastating divorce, Sophie Cooper is one assignment away from becoming senior partner at her law firm. All she has to do is find out who owns her strangely perfect apartment building, and if there’s something shady going on with the eccentric and secretive residents—including the good-looking but weirdly intense Raphe Darksson.

Raphael Darksson, heir to the Vampire Throne, has worlds to conquer and skulls to crush. However, his only means of universal travel, Number Five Wayside Hotel, has run out of fuel in the most un-magical of places. When Raphe discovers that Sophie is investigating Number Five he decides to use his masterful powers of seduction—and his and Sophie’s shared love for the Great British Baking Show—to reveal her nefarious objectives.

Agreeing to co-judge Wayside’s bake-off, Raphe and Sophie find their chemistry in the kitchen isn’t limited to their delicious bakes. Attraction alone, however, won’t overcome family expectations that keep them from putting their own happiness before their burdensome responsibilities. Can Raphe convince Sophie to trust him or will they deprive themselves of the sweetest treat of all?

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