True Weird Volume 2

Collecting the ambitious, non-fiction comic book short story series depicting some of the world’s strangest true tales continues here!

From James Tynion IV, New York Times bestselling and multi-Eisner award-winning co-creator of Something is Killing the Children, The Nice House on the Lake, and The Department of Truth!

TRUE WEIRD is a black-and-white anthology series featuring stories of ordinary people going head-to-head against the extraordinary, based on true accounts.

Featuring an all-star lineup of writers and artists, describing encounters with cryptids, ghosts, paranormal phenomena, medical oddities, and all manner of the strange!

This volume features twelve of the strangest "true" stories from around the world, with contributions from exciting creators including Jill Thompson, Michael Avon Oeming, Jesse Lonergan, Malachi Ward, Tony Akins, Rachel Deering, Julio Anta, Naomi Franq, Stephanie Williams, Jadzia Axelrod, Eric Harburn, Daniel Hansen, Mark Bouchard, Oliva Stephens, Justin Jordan, Zac Thompson, Eric Zawadzki, Aditya Bidikar, and more!

Collects backup stories from the RED BOOK, LET THIS ONE BE A DEVIL, and the BEAST OF BORIKÉN series as well as stories never before seen in print!

Tiny Onion Studios and Dark Horse Comics present a line of upcoming creator-owned work from the mind of James Tynion IV across a broad spectrum of his interests, from non-fiction supernatural encounters to high concept coming-of-age monster comics.

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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)

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• 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