Random House Children's Books
Always One More Time
Always One More Time
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ABOUT
Tallie’s life sometimes feels like one long missed connection. She never knew her mom, who died the day Tallie was born. And seven months ago, Tallie spent five magical hours with Thomas, a boy who felt like her soulmate, only for them to get separated. Life spins on, but she knows there’s an unfinished love story out there, waiting for her.
Now Tallie’s facing something even bigger: the same heart condition that killed her mom. In forty-nine days, she’ll have the surgery that could save her—or end her story forever. Determined to live before she dies, Tallie decides to track down Thomas. She finds his phone number and sends a text . . . but the wrong boy replies.
Owen is sarcastic, witty, and complicated, and nothing like the sunny, cheerful boy she thought she wanted. But he offers to help her search. And the more time they spend together, the more Tallie wonders if the connection she’s been chasing has been right in front of her all along.
From the bestselling author of Everything, Everything and The Sun Is Also a Star comes a once-in-a-lifetime romance about the magic of a perfect almost and the miracle of an accidental always.
STANDARD, PRIMARY, DM AND VARIANT COVERS
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.
PRODUCT TYPES
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