Where I Want to Be

NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST • Two young teens learn that sisterhood is forever, even after death, in this supernatural coming-of-age novel.

“Griffin artfully dabs details on her canvas, then overlays her story with a supernatural patina that will immediately draw in the audience.”—Booklist, starred review

“Thoughtful, unique, and ultimately life-affirming.”—School Library Journal

As children, sisters Jane and Lily were inseparable. But inevitably, sisters grow up. And while Lily begins to make friends and date boys, older sister Jane wants to stay in the make-believe worlds they had created when they were young. And when Lily starts dating Caleb, Jane merely watches, frustrated and envious of Lily’s newfound life.

Then tragedy strikes and Lily is forced to find her way through a new world full of memories and changes—without Jane. But all the while, Jane is there, watching from the other side.

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