Wonder Wheel

The bright lights of a summer fair hop from character to character to show each one’s individual wonderings, as they imagine what it’s like to fill the shoes of another stranger at the carnival.

We all feel something missing, and there’s always somebody wishing for what we have, wishing to be how we are without even trying.

It's a busy day at the carnival, and colorful characters abound: stilt walkers, clowns and strongmen, fortune tellers and human canon balls, and lots and lots of families.

As the crowd churns and swirls, curiosity passes from person to person. The strongman wonders, what’s it like to be a mom? The mom wonders, whatis it like to know the future? The psychic looks at riders on the merry-go-round, and wonders what it’s like to be carefree.

If only everyone could hear each other’s hearts. From our bird’s eye view, we see: we all wonder. We all feel something missing, and there’s always somebody wishing for what we have, wishing to be how we are without even trying.

Wonder Wheel hums with the crystal-clear tones of a story perfectly told. Cecilia Ruiz’s inimitable artwork is bright, bold, and utterly joyful, and her spare text pierces to the core. Hand this book to anyone in the world; they will find themselves in the pages, and it’s a good kind of finding.

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