A Sorta Fairytale

From the Grammy-nominated and multiplatinum singer-songwriter and New York Times bestselling author Tori Amos comes A Sorta Fairytale, a charming and whimsical prequel to Tori and the Muses about the magic created by working together.

The light in the town of Rose Dover is growing dim under the evil spell of Mr. Bad Man, and a young Tori is determined to help get its spark back. But the task is too big to take on alone. When Tori sends out a call for assistance to Greg the raccoon and all her other animal friends in The Emerald Forest, they are eager to assist. Even with all the creatures and faeries of the forest working, there's still a powerful and necessary force missing—the Muses!

With a little touch of magic and a lot of teamwork, the Muses and Friends of the Emerald Forest get to work building a very special pink piano that will let Tori's music soar and allow Rose Dover to shine once more. But will it be enough to break Mr. Bad Man's spell?

Filled with joy, curiosity, and imagination, this second picture book written by Tori Amos, with otherworldly illustrations by Demelsa Haughton, will once again inspire, encourage, and, most importantly, remind young readers to find inspiration in the things they love and to listen to their own Muses.

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