PRE-ORDER – NOT YET RELEASED
Secure your copy ahead of release. Pre-ordering reserves stock before general availability and helps us place accurate orders with our distributors.
Orders are dispatched in line with eBay's pre-order requirements (within 40 business days). In practice, we aim to dispatch within 1–4 working days of stock arriving at our warehouse following its release.
Release schedules are determined by publishers and distributors and may occasionally change. If a title experiences a significant delay beyond our original estimate, or we're unable to fulfil a confirmed pre-order, we'll contact you promptly to discuss the most appropriate way forward.
We honour all confirmed pre-orders, regardless of changes in market value.
UNDERSTANDING OUR GRADING
To help make purchasing simpler, we use our own Spooky Electro condition guide.
Rather than attempting to compare comics against third-party grading companies such as CGC or CBCS, our grading is designed to provide clear, consistent expectations for the comics we supply.
The Pre-Order Supplied Condition below explains the quality standard you can expect from our pre-orders. A full explanation of each condition grade can be found later in this listing.
PRE-ORDER SUPPLIED CONDITION
We always aim to supply VF/NM copies wherever possible. However, because pre-orders are secured specifically for you before the stock reaches us, we haven't yet had the opportunity to physically inspect your copy. For this reason, VF+ is the highest condition we can guarantee when you pre-order.
We've chosen this approach because the condition of comics arriving from publishers and distributors can vary. Rather than promise a grade before we've seen the stock ourselves, we'd rather give you a realistic and consistent minimum standard.
Under our grading, VF/NM is our highest grade and may allow for a single light spine tick while otherwise presenting exceptionally well. VF+ may have a few light spine ticks or similarly minor imperfections, but no corner dings or creasing. Copies with noticeable corner dings or additional handling wear will be graded VF or below.
Once stock arrives, every copy is individually quality checked, with the highest-grade copies allocated to pre-orders first. We'll always aim to supply VF/NM where the stock allows.
If the best copy available for your pre-order falls below VF+, we'll contact you before dispatch to discuss your options.
After all pre-orders have been processed, any remaining copies will be individually graded and listed shortly afterwards at their assessed condition.
KEY DATES
● US Final Order Cut-Off (FOC): 46321
● UK Order Deadline: Thursday prior to FOC
● Pre-Order Pricing Ends: UK Order Deadline
● Expected Arrival at Our Warehouse: 02 December 2026*
*This is our current expected warehouse arrival date based on the publisher's latest release schedule. While most release schedules proceed as expected, publishers, distributors and international shipping can occasionally cause delays. If this date changes, we'll keep you updated as soon as we receive any new information.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Nightmare Before Christmas: Hour of the Pumpkin Queen | TPB - 9781524130008 (Pre-Order) C43-P48
"A new story inspired by Disney Tim Burton’s The Night Before Christmas and the bestselling novel by Megan Shepard! Jack Skellington and Sally have been married for a year now, and through that, Sally has taken to her role as queen with boundless determination. However, balancing being a queen of Halloween Town with the expectations of others has brought about just as much uncertainty to her life, as she attempts to bring cooperation and peace to the citizens of all the holiday lands. She’s been stretched thin by her many duties, and unsure what lies in her future. While visiting her parents in Dream Town, Sally sees something special in a patchwork girl named Luna Slumberly, and decides to take on the young girl as an apprentice. The inaugural Halloween Town exhibition was meant to be the moment for Luna to demonstrate what she’d learned about spells, but things go awry as Sally and Luna are both flung into a new realm called Time Town. Now Sally and Luna must find a way back, but nothing about their attempt to return home proves simple, as Halloween Town has been thrust back in time. Sally wants nothing more than to get home to Jack, and thus the pair embarks on a realms-wide adventure – encountering new lands, friends, and foes along the way. Time is running out, however, and Sally will have to figure out what future she wants, and what she’s willing to sacrifice to get it."
SHIPPING
Pre-order items are dispatched within 1–4 working days of arriving at our warehouse following our quality control checks.
Orders containing multiple items are typically dispatched together once all items are available. If a title experiences a significant publisher or distributor delay, we may dispatch available items separately at no additional shipping cost rather than delay your entire order. This decision is made at our discretion. If you'd prefer part of your order to be dispatched earlier for any other reason, split shipments can be arranged on request, subject to an additional shipping charge.
One shipping charge per shipment. Unlimited eligible comics.
We've chosen this approach because we believe it's the fairest way to price comics. Rather than building postage costs into every title, we charge a fair price for each comic and a single flat-rate tracked shipping fee, so the more comics you add, the better value your delivery becomes. We also absorb part of the postage and specialist collector packaging costs to help keep delivery fair and affordable.
Evri Tracked is our standard delivery service, with Royal Mail Tracked 48 also available during checkout.
MANAGING YOUR ORDERS
Orders placed separately using the same customer name and delivery address may be combined before dispatch where practical. Any excess shipping paid will be automatically refunded.
Looking to add more? Before placing another order, get in touch and we'll be happy to help. Where possible, we can reserve additional items against your existing order and arrange payment when everything is ready to dispatch.
If you've already placed multiple orders, feel free to let us know before dispatch. While not essential, a quick nudge is always appreciated.
COLLECTOR-STANDARD PACKAGING
Every order is packed to a collector's standard using rigid comic mailers to help ensure your comics arrive in the best possible condition. Every comic also undergoes an individual quality check before dispatch, helping us maintain the standards we've set for Spooky Electro and provide transparent condition expectations wherever applicable. Whether you're buying to collect or simply to read, every order receives the same level of care and attention before it leaves our warehouse.
FOR THE READERS
Many of our readers first discover us through our eBay store, and we're genuinely grateful for every order, wherever you choose to shop.
If you enjoy shopping on eBay, we may regularly take part in eBay promotions such as Buy 4, Get a 5th at 60% Off. Simply add 5 eligible comics to your eBay basket and complete your purchase in a single transaction to qualify.
The 60% discount applies across eligible comics throughout our comic range, unless a listing specifically states otherwise. Released and pre-order comics may have separate shipping requirements, but eligible comics can still count towards the promotion across both ranges. The wording, display and operation of the promotion are set by eBay and are outside our control. We are unable to change how eBay describes or presents the promotion, and eligibility and the final discount are applied by eBay at checkout.
For pre-sales, titles are listed at full RRP on eBay, while customers ordering directly through SpookyElectro.cc save approximately 12% off RRP, with final prices subject to normal rounding.
Regular readers can save even more through our complimentary Pull Box Service, with eligible comics requested before our UK Order Deadline available at 20% off RRP. This preferential pricing is specifically for early Pull Box requests placed before we finalise our pre-FOC orders and does not continue through to release.
Whichever way you choose to shop, you can expect the same transparent communication, careful packaging and attention to detail that define Spooky Electro.
PULL-BOX SERVICE
Regular reader? Our complimentary Pull Box Service makes it easier to collect ongoing series, covers and upcoming releases.
Eligible comics requested before the advertised UK Order Deadline receive 20% off RRP. Pull Box pre-FOC pricing ends at the UK Order Deadline shown on each listing.
Requests made after this deadline, including titles approaching release or already released, are not eligible for the 20% pre-FOC discount.
Build and manage your upcoming comic selections with us directly, and we'll keep you updated about your reserved titles, including release-date changes, delays, shortages, cancellations or anything else that may affect them.
Found something already released that you'd like us to hold? In-stock comics can also be added to your Pull Box at their displayed price and reserved alongside your upcoming titles.
When you're ready to receive your comics, just ask us to pull your box. We'll arrange one invoice for everything you've chosen to take, with a single £2.99 shipping charge. Once paid, we'll prepare and dispatch your comics together.
Pre-sale: 20% off RRP before the UK Order Deadline. In-stock: displayed price. Flexible consolidation and one shipping charge per pull-out.
Interested? Just get in touch with our Customer Service Team and we'll explain how to get started.
Direct Pricing exclusively at spookyelectro.cc
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Publisher
Dynamite Entertainment
Writer
Amanda Deibert
Artist
Alessio Petilo
Cover Artist
Nicoletta Baldari
Cover Attributes
TPB
Pages
240
Trim Size
Current / Modern
Age Rating
E (Everyone)
UPC / ISBN
9781524130008
ℹ️ Specifications based on the latest
publisher and distributor information.
Important Information
Pre-Orders & Publisher Changes
UK Order Deadline:
Pre-orders remain available until the advertised UK Order Deadline, unless sold out or withdrawn earlier.
Publisher Changes:
Release dates, artwork, creators, specifications and other product details may change before release.
Significant Changes:
If a change materially affects your order, we'll contact you with the available options.
Product Reclassification:
If a product is fundamentally changed (for example, from an open-order comic to an incentive-only variant), we'll cancel the order and issue a full refund.
Allocations & Shortages:
Orders are fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis. Where possible, we'll source replacement stock before issuing a refund.
Cancellations:
Pre-orders may be cancelled at any time before dispatch unless clearly identified as a special or bespoke order.
Quality & Condition
Pre-Orders:
Every comic is individually quality checked before dispatch. We aim to supply comics meeting our expected VF+ standard or better, wherever reasonably possible.
Released Titles:
Where applicable, listings include our Spooky Electro condition grade, helping you understand exactly what to expect before you buy.
Manufacturing & Handling:
Minor manufacturing and handling imperfections can occur. Where these fall below our expected standard, the comic will receive an appropriate Spooky Electro grade.
Listing Images:
VF and FN listings always include photographs of the comic for sale. VF/NM and VF+ listings may also include additional images where helpful.
Questions or Concerns:
If there's ever a problem with your order, please get in touch before leaving feedback or opening a case. We'll always do our best to resolve genuine issues quickly and fairly.
Spooky Electro Condition Guide
About Our Grading:
Every comic is individually quality checked before dispatch. Our grades are designed to provide clear and consistent expectations before you buy.
Independent Grading:
These grades are unique to Spooky Electro and are not intended to be directly comparable with CGC or CBCS.
● VF/NM:
Our highest standard. Little to no visible handling or manufacturing imperfections.
● VF+:
Minor spine ticks or light manufacturing imperfections may be present, but corner dings, creasing and significant edge wear are not expected.
● VF:
Noticeable handling or manufacturing imperfections, such as multiple spine ticks, minor corner dings, light edge wear or slight cover waviness.
● FN:
More noticeable cosmetic imperfections, such as corner creasing, multiple spine ticks, edge wear, cover waviness or age-related yellowing.
Listing Images:
VF and FN listings always include photographs of the comic for sale. VF/NM and VF+ listings may also include additional images where helpful.
Returns
Comics:
Comics, Trade Paperbacks, Hardcovers and Omnibus editions are non-returnable once dispatched under the Consumer Contracts Regulations exemption for unsealed periodicals. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Blind & Mystery Products:
All Blind Bags, Blind Boxes and other sealed chance-based products are non-returnable. This includes products that remain factory sealed. By purchasing these items, you accept the randomly selected contents as part of the product. To protect the integrity of these products for all customers, returns or exchanges cannot be accepted due to duplicate contents, rarity, collectability, perceived value or personal preference.
Other Collectables:
Unopened collectables may be returned within 14 days of delivery. Items must be unused, complete and returned in their original packaging.
Pre-Order Cancellations:
Pre-orders may be cancelled at any time before dispatch unless clearly identified as a special order, bespoke request or another non-cancellable purchase.
Refunds:
Approved refunds are normally processed within 5–7 business days of receiving and inspecting the returned item.
Account Review:
In the interests of keeping our service fair for all customers, accounts may be reviewed following repeated returns, cancellations or policy-related issues. Where appropriate, we may decline future orders.
Shipping
UK Delivery:
Evri Tracked is our standard delivery service. Royal Mail Tracked 48 is also available where applicable.
International Delivery:
We do not generally offer international shipping. If you're interested in a particular item, please reach out and we'll be happy to explore the options available.
Combined Shipping:
Orders may be combined or split at our discretion. Any excess shipping paid where orders are combined will be refunded where applicable.
Pre-Orders & In-Stock Items:
Orders containing pre-order items are dispatched once all items are available. Split shipments can be arranged on request, subject to an additional shipping charge.
Busy Periods:
During major new releases, promotional events or holiday periods, dispatch may take slightly longer than usual. If this happens, we'll keep you updated.
Publisher Delays:
Significant publisher or distributor delays may result in orders being split and dispatched separately at our discretion.
Packaging:
Every order is dispatched using rigid comic mailers and appropriate protective packaging for the items ordered.
Bagging & Boarding
Complimentary:
Bagging and boarding is included at no additional cost where appropriate.
Materials:
We use quality comic bags and boards selected to provide appropriate protection during storage and transit.
Sizing:
Current, Silver or Magazine-sized bags and boards may be used, depending on the product.
Supplier Transition:
During our transition, orders may be supplied using Comic Care or Comic Stor bags and boards, depending on stock availability.
Oversized Items:
Some oversized publications cannot be bagged and/or boarded due to their format.
Supplier Notes
Product Information:
Images, creator credits, specifications and release dates are supplied by publishers and distributors and may change without notice.
Cover Artwork:
Unless a listing specifically states "Virgin Cover", artwork shown without trade dress may be supplied with publisher logos, barcodes and other trade dress.
Product Changes:
Publishers may update artwork, creators, specifications, release dates, formats, cover designs, incentives or other product details before release. Where a significant change affects your order, we'll contact you with the available options.
Product Reclassification:
If a product is fundamentally changed before release (for example, from an open-order comic to an incentive-only variant), we'll cancel the order and issue a full refund, as the original product purchased is no longer available.
Allocations & Shortages:
Orders are fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis. Where possible, we'll source replacement stock before issuing a full refund.
Questions? We're here to help. We typically respond within 24–48 hours.
LAST UPDATED:
OCT26