Weird But True! Christmas: Expanded Edition

Deck the halls with boughs of holly—an evergeen shrub that ancient Romans believed protected against lightning strikes! Unwrap 350 festive facts (including 50 new ones) in this fully updated fact book from National Geographic Kids, perfectly sized for stocking stuffers!

It’s true—even Christmas can be weird! Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with wacky facts, stats, tidbits, and traditions about the most wonderful time of the year. Did you know that Santa's reindeer are probably all female? Or that artificial snow can be made from seaweed? Or that "Jingle Bells" was the first Christmas carol sung in space?

This expanded edition of Weird But True! Christmas has been fully updated, and features 50 brand-new facts with holiday spirit. Kids and grown-ups alike will ho ho ho when they unwrap this fun and festive little book, perfect for stuffing stockings or hiding under the tree!

Can’t get enough Weird But True? There’s a whole universe of books to discover! Check out:

• Weird But True! Halloween
• Weird But True! USA
• Weird But True! Dinosaurs
• Weird But True! Space
• Weird But True! Disney

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.

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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

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• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
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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