TIM BURTONS THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS THE SHIVER OF CHRISTMAS TOWN #4

SHIVER IS ON THE LOOSE! While still recovering from the tricks perpetrated by the rascally trio of Lock, Stock, and Barrel, the residents of Christmas Town now face a far greater threat to their civic harmony. With an unleashed Shiver finally showing his scary side, and Oogie Boogie’s ghouls running rampant in pursuit, the cozy little holiday town’s first-ever Halloween celebration looks as though it’s going to be permanently derailed. But with luck — and a bit of teamwork — Sally, Mrs. Claus, and their group of unlikely heroes might yet save the day! Grab a cup of cocoa and settle in by the fire for the chilling conclusion to TORUNN GRØNBEKK and EDU MENNA’s multi-holiday madness in Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Shiver of Christmas Town #4 — featuring colorfully frosted covers lovingly baked by JAE LEE & JUNE CHUNG, SOO LEE, and ALAN QUAH, as well as a special selection from the Disney Library!

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