Volcanope

Even the most optimistic volcano needs to let off a little steam sometimes. In this humorous and thoughtful picture book, one little volcano learns that avoiding his feelings can lead to big explosions.

Most volcanoes love to explode in a blaze of anger and fury—but not Ash! He can find the bright side of anything. Was he bothered when pirates dug holes all over him to stash their booty? Nope—he was happy to be included on a treasure map. Did he get mad when a hot-air balloon almost poked his eye out? Nope! He didn't even rumble when a bunch of loud dinosaurs showed up and stomped all over him.

Ash's family tries to encourage him to let off some steam, but nothing ever seems to bother him. It’s best to keep that anger bottled up, right?

Chock-full of silly antics and punny wordplay, Volcanope is a delightful exploration of what can happen when we keep our feelings stuffed deep inside and how important it is to feel your feelings—even the big ones.

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