Tough Fluff #1: A Sheep to Count On

LET'S. GET. WOOLLY! Meet Ewenice (pronounced Yoo-nis), sheep by day, superhero Steel Wool by night. See her battle an evil duck who just can't seem to fall asleep in this hilarious and action-packed black-and-white graphic novel!

Welcome to Breezy Bottoms, where Ewenice the sheep spends her days eating grass. And knitting. And definitely NOT thinking about her past adventures as the secret superhero STEEL WOOL...

Now, something fishy is going on in Breezy Bottoms down by the pond, where the grumpy, sleep-deprived Mallard has an invention that will FINALLY help him get some rest. But in order for the Wheel of Incredibly Sweet Sleep (TM) to work, he must first kidnap all the sheep! Can Ewenice and her super-fan squirrel Argyle save the day? Or is Breezy Bottoms doomed?!

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