When Sun Met Wayne

This brilliantly observed take on sibling relations is about the big, smart, self-sufficient Sun and a small, eager cloud named Wayne who just wants them to make art together. The #1 New York Times bestselling author of Strange Planet is back with another silly take on science!

Did you know the Sun is an artist who loves to draw shadows? She can draw ANY shadow shape. But for hernext art project, the Sun is in search of something new to draw. She just doesn't know what it is yet...

Enter Wayne: a small cloud, and budding artist. He's determined to prove to the Sun that, with some collaboration, they can create a new shape together.

And once the Sun accepts his help, the two just might draw something truly magical.

This symbolic tale perfectly captures the ins-and-outs of sibling relationships while teaching kids about the science of the water cycle, shadows, and rainbows. Adults and kiddos can check out the backmatter to learn more about the science behind rainbows!

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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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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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