Tickle Monster

This giggle-inducing read-aloud brings the Tickle Monster to life, turning story time into an interactive experience filled with joyful, playful moments for kids and adults alike.

A loveable monster has just flown in from Planet Tickle on a mission to tickle any child who happens to be following along with the Tickle Monster book. Grown-ups read aloud and do the tickling, while children laugh and squirm with delight.

Perfect for parents, grandparents, and caregivers, this book turns story time into an active, joy-filled experience. Every page sparks imagination, invites laughter, and creates memories to last a lifetime.

Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or just-because surprises, this beloved book is a reminder that sometimes the very best gift is simply laughing together.

Warning: uncontrollable giggles may occur.

Praise for Tickle Monster:
- “This book holds the key to having a wonderful bonding and delightful story-time experience. Really fun!”—The Children’s Book Review
- Gifty’s Specialty Gift Product of the Year, Toys and Games, Finalist (2011)
- Mom’s Choice Award, Best Three Children’s Books of 2009
- Mom’s Choice Award, People’s Choice, Gold (2009)
- Parent Tested Parent Approved Media Inc.’s Seal of Approval, Excellence in Parenting Products (2009)

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