UNICORNDOG VOL. 1: BEST WISH EVER

In the evergreen vein of unlikely friendships, Max and Unicorndog may be one of the unlikeliest pairs yet. When a birthday wish goes awry, Max is stuck with Unicorndog. She’s part dog, part unicorn, and maybe part corndog (the jury’s still out on that one). The problem is, neither of them know what Unicorndogs can actually do. Play fetch? Be majestic? Do magic? None of those things seem very likely. But as it turns out, unicorndogs do make pretty good friends. Unicorndog might not be what Max wanted, but she’s exactly what he needs. (Probably. ) Told through comic panels and full-page illustrations, each book is divided into three distinct chapters that are perfect for kids who are just learning to read. Mike Lowery is the New York Times bestselling illustrator of Drew Daywalt's No Sam series, Mac Barnett's Mac B, Kid Spy series, and Max Greenfield's I Don't Want to Read This Book.

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