Views from the Overlook

A brand-new, chilling anthology of short stories set in the most famous haunted hotel in fiction, inspired by Stephen King’s iconic #1 New York Times bestseller, The Shining

Jack Torrance’s poison may have been alcohol, but there are many drugs of choice—ambition, wealth, status—and all of them are tantalizingly close at hand at the Overlook Hotel. Immortalized in Stephen King’s 1977 novel The Shining, the Overlook Hotel occupies a central role in the horror universe. Nestled within its sprawling grounds and labyrinthine hallways are endless unimaginable horrors—looming topiaries come to life, a never-ending masquerade, the undead ghosts of patrons grasping for company. The Overlook may have been destroyed alongside its final caretaker, but its legacy—and the terrors it contains—live on.

In Views from the Overlook, over thirty of this generation’s greatest dark fiction writers have come together to make sure of that, chronicling the many guests, employees, and spirits in the hotel’s history. Featuring stories by bestselling and award-winning authors such as Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Daniel Kraus, and Paul Tremblay, Views from the Overlook offers a new set of scares that’s sure to thrill the most discerning guest.

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