You're the Actual Best

With sweet rhymes and endearing illustrations, this heartfelt gift book is a celebration of an wonderful friend. It’s a chance to remind a bestie just how much their presence, kindness, and loyalty mean—now and always.

“With you, all the great days are always more great. But the bad days are better too. It’s your words and your kindness… but while that’s all true, it’s mostly your presence. The fact is: it’s you.” —An excerpt from You're the Actual Best

There are some friends who are just so amazing, so generous, so bighearted, it feels like it might be scientifically possible to prove they are the actual best! The pages of this adorable book are here to help you express your immeasurable gratitude for a friend whose goodness is simply off the charts.

An adorable blend of silly and sweet, this gift book is sure to make a loved one smile from ear to heart. Throughout the pages, illustrations of two tiny mouse companions pair with heartwarming rhymes to highlight how special it is to have a faithful friend 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