Hardcover Vs Paperback Manga

I have such a hard time deciding whether to buy books hardcover or paperback. I have Stephen King in both options but it doesn’t make the decision any easier.

Can you tell me how you decide whether you buy books hardcover or paperback? What are your deciding factors?

Thanks in advance

Hey guys so I know this isn’t a Star Wars book specific question, but I just wanted to hear your thoughts!

Can someone tell me what the hardcover books are like in terms of size? I bought the paperback versions of the first 3 books and I'm not a huge fan of how they feel. they're very thick but not very tall or wide so they feel uncomfortable in my hands.

As far as I can tell, both exist. Rightstuf only has one set of listings which I'm guessing are paperback? https://www.rightstufanime.com/Barefoot-Gen-Manga-Volume-1-Cartoon-Story-of-Hiroshima

I'm curious to know if there's any differences between the hardcover and paperback editions of the IDW and Ultimate collections. Other than the obvious difference in the type of cover/binding, of course.

I doubt there are, but my searching online hasn't yielded much, so I figured it wouldn't hurt to ask here.

I have the mass market paperbacks for the majority of the cosmere. I don’t own any of the hardcovers. Is there a different in content between the two? Story wise that is. I know, for rhythm of war at least, that some hardcovers have illustrations on the front pages in color.

Guys is there any of you who purchased the paperback? I already seen how the hardcover looks like, but I wanted to check the paperback, and I can't find a single photo of it. I'd be really grateful if someone could send me some pictures! Thanks a lot

A paperback book is much superior to hardcover. Hardcover books are heavier and are much more difficult to read. Every body should read paperback versions of their favorite book.

Might be slightly off topic, but when reading and/or collecting, which version do you prefer? Personally I like paperback more, easier to read for longer periods, a bit more portable, I enjoy the visible wear it can gain over time, and the price usually is cheaper which sweetens the deal a bit!! But that’s just me, how about y’all?

Hey guys!

I saw that Tower of God is up for pre-order on amazon.
There is a paperback and a hardcover edition.

But why is the paperback 288 pages and the hardcover only 164?
Is it an error? The dimensions are the same.

Paperback: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/S-I-U/dp/1990259901
Hardcover: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/S-i-u/dp/1990259766

I’d definitely love to have some hardcovers for manga.

Tower of God: Vol. 1 (B&N)

https://preview.redd.it/mt9at9nau2491.jpg?width=460&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0e46088009467b648048c3a998ad1b1c88d7224d

I do not understand why the the cover for the English TOG is different when every other translation has the same as the original Korean version?

Personally, I like the original covers more since it looks cleaner and true to the series. The English cover just feels claustrophobic since there are so many characters and the title is placed 3 times.

Webtoon's Instagram account posted this news approximately 2 weeks ago with the same cover, so it is probably the final version. I am hoping that a "special edition" will come out with the original/Korean covers since those just look so much better (just a personal opinion).

*Marking this as spoiler since some parts of the cover are from later parts of the story. Please unmark as a spoiler if it does not constitute as such.

**Forgive me if I do anything wrong or outside of community guidelines, I don't use reddit often.

I haven't been able to find a product designed to accomplish this. All I can think of is to use adhesive tape to attach the AirTag to the book's cover, or use tape to make a sleeve to fit around the cover. Has anyone come up with a good solution for this use case?

Personally I like hardback that way I can throw them at my siblings (and they're not as likely to tear) but y'all choose what you want.

Which do you prefer and why? Personally, (when I’m not on my kindle) I like paperbacks. I find them easier to read/hold. Plus they are cheaper!

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It's a typical full-color illustrated children's picture book, standard length. I'm making a hardcover and a paperback, launching simultaneously, and paperback pricing seems to be a lot more all over the map than hardcovers, so I'm wondering what people actually *expect* to pay for a paperback picture book these days (non-classic, non- mass market), and when they'd choose it over a hardcover.

Thanks!

Hello All,

I am looking to buy Kill La Kill manga volume 2 to complete my set. Cannot find this particular volume anywhere. Also, willing to trade /1000 limited edition gold foil hardcover of volume 1 perhaps if the deal is right. Please, comment below if you are willing to sell or work out a deal. Thanks again.

Hey everyone,

Looking to trade some books and see what your trade stacks are looking like. Mainly looking for complete editions and Epics, but always interested in many things.

Shelf: https://imgur.com/a/cCwuLCK

Let me know! Thank you

EDIT: Pride of Baghdad, Hellboy HC, and The Flash by Johns tpb 2 are sold.

I'm asking about stuff like playing cards, play mats, posters, miniatures, etc. If you could have something other than a physical book to use/put on your shelf/display, etc., what would it be?

Im trying to work on some book for KDP and im left confused on this part. I really want my books to be good quality with low content

All prices include shipping and account for PayPal G&S fees. Continental US only. Payment is expected within 24 hours of making a commitment to purchase. More photos available on request.

Stack of books with username and timestamp.

• House of M OHC = $60 https://imgur.com/a/ux26MR0
• X-Men: Messiah Complex OHC = $60 https://imgur.com/a/MB6tGx9 SOLD
• Astonishing X-Men Ultimate Collection volumes 1 & 2 set = $25 https://imgur.com/a/FQlCnwM
• Secret Wars = $20 https://imgur.com/a/caxQQWC
• Clive Barker's Hellraiser issues 13 & 15 = $15 https://imgur.com/a/SiP53C8
• Batman: The Cult 1-4 = $25 https://imgur.com/a/wj1YgkW
• Steve Niles Set of 4 books - Little Book of Horror Volumes 1 & 2: Frankenstein & War of the Worlds, IDW’s Tales of Terror Volume 1 and The Lonely Tombstone = $15 https://imgur.com/a/YDUDutK
• Black Hole by Charles Burns softcover = $15 https://imgur.com/a/gd3N1hD
• The Wedding of Cyclops & Phoenix softcover, former library book = $30 https://imgur.com/a/snIrkwc
• Thor vol. 1: The Goddess of Thunder & vol. 2: Who Holds The Hammer? = $25 https://imgur.com/a/ZU53SX5

$10 each or two for $15 (sets listed count as one book towards the two for 15)

• We Are The X-Men https://imgur.com/a/NiVLmVq
• From The Ashes https://imgur.com/a/AlVGkah
• X-Men: Days of Future Present https://imgur.com/a/XtSv2el SOLD
• Longshot https://imgur.com/a/CsQq5Fz
• X-Men: Fallen Angels HC https://imgur.com/a/NAq8hyV
• Patience HC & Ghost World TPB set https://imgur.com/a/6qfF1Zo SOLD
• Preacher Set: Dead or Alive (Covers by Glenn Fabry HC) & Tall In The Saddle https://imgur.com/a/zNtMU9Y
• Jim Butcher The Dresden Files volume 2: Stormfront HC [https://imgur.com/a/gP6Ui39](https://imgur.com/a/gP6Ui

Hi Everyone

I am selling some trades. Shipping will be $6 per purchase. Each book is in good condition.

Hardcovers:

Hellblazer by Garth Ennis Omnibus $40 - Sold

Preacher Ominbus vol 1 - $45 shipped

Oblivion Song Vol 1 20

Trade Paperbacks:

Faithless Vol 1 & 2 $10

Images: https://imgur.com/a/t1Hsu7S

What’s everyone’s preference? I’ve only got 4 books and they’re all paperback so far-before i go buying more paperbacks I want to know if I’m making a mistake and should get hardcover instead. Would like to know your thoughts

Hello! The shipping is $5 flat and will be shipped out on Monday.

I'll be updating with individual pics but any requests I'll prioritize.

PICTURE OF ALL THE BOOKS

11 Spider-Man Dell'Otto variant covers $80

24 Panels $5

32 Stories $8

Amazing Forest $7

The Best American Comics 2010 & 2011 (HC) $16

The Bigger Bang + The Biggest Bang $20

The Bojeffries Saga $6

The Books of Magic Deluxe (OHC) signed by Charles Vess $30

The Book Tour $8

Calamity Jane (HC) $12

Castle in the Stars (OHC) $10

Curveball $8

Daredevil #25 9.8 $125 shipped priority w/ insurance OBO

Dogs and Water (HC) $8

Don't Go Where I Can't Follow (HC) $8

Echo + Ever HC $35

Euthanauts: Ground Control $8

From Wonderland With Love $8

Fun Home $6

Goliath $8

Haunted (HC) $10

Heathen 1 & 2 $20

The Hospital Suite $6

I Kill Giants $6

It's a Good Life, If You Don't Weaken $8

Johnny the Homicidal Maniac $10

Jonny Ryan Bundle $20

Kill All Monsters! Omnibus 1 (HC) $12

Kill Them All $8

The Last Broadcast (HC) $10

Lost at Sea $4

Lost Dogs $6

Maxwell's Demon $8

Nicolas (HC) $6

Mr. Punch (OHC) signed by Gaiman & McKean $35

Paradise Lost $10

Present (HC) $8

Persepolis $6

Promethea $6

Rosalie Lightning (HC) $10

The Sculptor (HC) $8

Serenity Rose: 10 Awkward Years signed $35

Strangers In Paradise Pocket Book 1-6 vol 6 signed by Terry Moore $65

We Can Never Go Home (HC) $15

ART BOOKS

The Art of Bone (HC) $18

The Art of Sin City (HC) $18

The Art of Insight Studios (HC) $20

The Art of Rob Schrab (HC) $10

Frank Cho Beautiful Women $18

Frank Cho Illustrations $18

Frank Cho Women $18

Liberty Meadows: Cover Girl (HC) sealed $20

Liberty Meadows: Big Book of Love (HC) **

I'm planning on buying the Ascendancy trilogy soon, I'm debating whether to get the hardcover versions or the paperback ones.

I have the paperback editions of the Empire trilogy, are the Ascendancy one the same size? Anyone got them and can send me some pics of them?

Please let me know if this is allowed, or if there’s somewhere else I should look!

My husband just published his first ever book, in ebook and paperback. I would love to make him a special hardcover for either Father’s day or his birthday, but have no idea how to start or where to look. I’m sorta crafty, but I’d love to do something that looks professional. This book is his baby and we’re all very proud of him and his work.

Any tips or tutorials would be greatly appreciated, or if there’s anywhere I can put in a commission. Thank you in advance!

The campaign is live as of 8am this morning!

https://preview.redd.it/nwxho7u110i81.png?width=1024&format=png&auto=webp&s=65d49bf7a047c5351094ed797682f170d1043013

You can check out the Kickstarter yourself, so I won't bore anyone with details, but you can get:

1. Digital Art
2. Signed Paperbacks
3. Signed Hardcovers with Dust Jacket
4. Original Physical Art
5. A Limited Edition Bust

Hardcover Dust Jacket

Quatach-Ichl Limited Bust

In case the above links don't work, here's a direct link to the Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wraithmarked/motheroflearningarc1

- Domagoj Kurmaić, aka nobody103

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