What Girls Keep in Their Pockets

During World War II, a young girl navigates leaving behind her home and beloved dog after the London Blitz. A timeless historical coming of age exploration of girlhood and grief from the award-winning author of And We Stay, perfect for fans of The Night War.

The year is 1941, and as bombs fall on London, Bee Knightley is sent to the one place she might be safe: a remote Scottish island called Rum, where she will stay with the aunt she never knew existed. She is expected to live her life as normally as she can.

Except life on Rum is anything but normal. Her aunt lives alone at the edge of the sea, the fog rolls in heavy at night, and the locals whisper legends of a selkie roaming the island. Missing her family and her beloved dog, Bee longs for home. But as she explores the island with its windswept cliffs, wild ponies, and mysterious castle, she uncovers startling secrets that change everything she thought she knew about herself.

A timeless historical coming-of-age story woven in vivid, lyrical prose, award-winning author Jenny Hubbard’s What Girls Keep in Their Pockets is a tender, wistful exploration of leaving childhood behind.

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