You Are Seen

ECPA BESTSELLER • A devotional to help teens battle stress, depression, and anxiety by offering the deep truth that they are seen, valued, and loved in Christ—with a real teen’s perspective, parent-led wisdom, and insights from mental health professionals

“A gentle hand on a teenager’s shoulder every anxious morning and the steady voice whispering, ‘You matter,’ every sleepless night.”—Tricia Goyer, USA Today bestselling author and co-host of The Bible for Kids podcast

Being a teenager is wonderful and amazing . . . but it can also be hard and confusing. Maybe you’re struggling to find peace in your life. Or you feel alone, like nobody cares about you. You might wonder where you belong or why you were born. Perhaps you’re hurting so much it’s difficult to even make it through the day.

These things may all be true. But here’s a deeper truth: God has a purpose and a plan to give you a beautiful future. You are seen by Him. And this devotional will help you turn to the Bible, speak your truest thoughts to God, and hold on to hope.

Because He is right here with you—every hard day, every single breath—and things will only get better with God by your 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