TAKARAS TREASURE GN (MR)
(W/A) Minta Suzumaru
Taishin has moved to Tokyo from his hometown of f*ckuoka to start college and reunite with Takara, a stranger who had consoled him in his grief the year prior. However, when he finally gets the chance to express his gratitude, Takara gives him the cold shoulder! But Taishin, undeterred, decides to pursue Takara anyway, and Takara finds himself becoming more and more enchanted by Taishin's straightforward and earnest gaze. (STL321540) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7.5, 266pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
STREET FIGHTER MASTERS LILY #1 CVR A GENZOMAN
(W) Sherard Jackson (A) Mike Bowden (CA) Genzoman
Meet the blazing sun of the Thunderfoot Tribe - Lily Hawk! Introduced in Street Fighter 6, this war club-wielding warrior will have to team up with her mentor, T.Hawk, to take down an evil force which threatens their village, Mexico and maybe even the world! (STL330510) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
32pgs, FCSRP: $4.99
STREET FIGHTER MASTERS LILY #1 CVR B BOWDEN
(W) Sherard Jackson (A/CA) Mike Bowden
Meet the blazing sun of the Thunderfoot Tribe - Lily Hawk! Introduced in Street Fighter 6, this war club-wielding warrior will have to team up with her mentor, T.Hawk, to take down an evil force which threatens their village, Mexico and maybe even the world! (STL330512) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
32pgs, FCSRP: $4.99
STREET FIGHTER MASTERS LILY #1 CVR C BLANK SKETCH
(W) Sherard Jackson (A) Mike Bowden (CA) Blank Sketch Cover
Meet the blazing sun of the Thunderfoot Tribe - Lily Hawk! Introduced in Street Fighter 6, this war club-wielding warrior will have to team up with her mentor, T.Hawk, to take down an evil force which threatens their village, Mexico and maybe even the world! (STL330514) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
32pgs, FCSRP: $6.99
FINAL FIGHT #3 (OF 4) CVR A WELDON
(W) Matt Moylan (A/CA) Matthew Weldon
Haggar, Cody and Guy have battled their way through hundreds of thugs, punks, and henchmen but now the Mad Gear Gang throws its heavy hitters at our heroes! The militaristic Rolento! The sad*stic Poison! And the giant man-mountain Hugo! The rumble in Metro City nears its climax who will survive to see the Final Fight!? (STL330387) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
32pgs, FC (3 of 4)SRP: $4.99
FINAL FIGHT #3 (OF 4) CVR B CHAMBA
(W) Matt Moylan (A) Matthew Weldon (CA) Jeffrey Chamba Cruz
Haggar, Cody and Guy have battled their way through hundreds of thugs, punks, and henchmen but now the Mad Gear Gang throws its heavy hitters at our heroes! The militaristic Rolento! The sad*stic Poison! And the giant man-mountain Hugo! The rumble in Metro City nears its climax who will survive to see the Final Fight!? (STL330388) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
32pgs, FC (3 of 4)SRP: $4.99
2024 SHANTAE SWIMSUIT SPECIAL #1 CVR A SAKURAJYOUSUI
(A) Various (CA) Nami Sakurajyousui
Video game icon Shantae gets her very first swimsuit special! This belly-dancing, half-genie hero hits the beaches alongside her friends Rottytops and Sky, baddies like Riskyboots and Nega-Shantae, and many more denizens of Sequin Land. This pin-up art special also includes a special 6-page manga-style Shantae story! (STL330390) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
32pgs, FCSRP: $4.99
2024 SHANTAE SWIMSUIT SPECIAL #1 CVR B SAKURAJYOUSUI
(A) Various (CA) Nami Sakurajyousui
Video game icon Shantae gets her very first swimsuit special! This belly-dancing, half-genie hero hits the beaches alongside her friends Rottytops and Sky, baddies like Riskyboots and Nega-Shantae, and many more denizens of Sequin Land. This pin-up art special also includes a special 6-page manga-style Shantae story! (STL330391) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
32pgs, FCSRP: $4.99
2024 SHANTAE SWIMSUIT SPECIAL #1 CVR C BLANK SKETCH
(A) Various (CA) Blank Sketch Cover
Video game icon Shantae gets her very first swimsuit special! This belly-dancing, half-genie hero hits the beaches alongside her friends Rottytops and Sky, baddies like Riskyboots and Nega-Shantae, and many more denizens of Sequin Land. This pin-up art special also includes a special 6-page manga-style Shantae story! (STL330392) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
32pgs, FCSRP: $6.99
OTTOMAN HENSHIN HERO HUSBAND GN VOL 01 (OF 2) (MR)
(W/A/CA) Shinnosuke Kanazawa
Boring salaryman Soya Gomi finds himself infected by a parasitic alien, while his beloved wife Yuka is in danger from evil forces! For the safety of his wife and the entire world, Soya must use his love as the energy to power up! The epic wife-loving henshin-hero action manga starts here!! (STL315340) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 480pgs, B&W (1 of 2)SRP: $29.99
FALLING IN LOVE WITH A TRAVELING CAT GN
(W) JUNO (A/CA) Mofusand
Where would you like to travel? The aquarium, the amusem*nt park, the great outdoors, the hot springs Make a plan and pack your little bag! The cute kitties of Mofusand have conquered Japan and now, they're taking a trip! Incredible illustrator Juno brings the lives and travels of these cats to life in Falling In Love with a Traveling Cat! (STL320506) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
SC, 104pgs, FCSRP: $14.99
GIGA TOWN GUIDE TO MANGA ICONGRAPHY TP
(W/A/CA) Fumiyo Kouno
Manga symbols - 'manpu' in Japanese - are iconic or symbolic expressions used uniquely in manga, such as sweat drops, popping veins, and smoke puffs. Giga Town: A Guide to Manga Iconography! is (probably) Japan's first guide to this manga iconography, collecting and explaining these symbols, with a short manga featuring the frolicking animals of the famous Japanese scroll Choju-jinbutsu-giga to explain each one! (STL315337) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
SC, 132pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
ROSE OF VERSAILLES HC VOL 01 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Riyoko Ikeda
Oscar Fran ois de Jarjeyes is a young noblewoman raised as a son by her father. As commander of Marie Antoinette's palace guard, Oscar is brought face-to-face with the luxury of King Louis XVI's court at Versailles. Joined by her servant Andr , Oscar is privy to the intrigue and deceit of France's last great royal regime.
The Rose of Versailles, the queen of shojo manga, is available for the first time in English! This deluxe hardcover volume contains the first 22 chapters of Riyoko Ikeda's historical fiction masterwork. (STL139039) Available Now! (OCT192283)
HC, 500pgs, B&WSRP: $38.99
ROSE OF VERSAILLES HC VOL 02 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Riyoko Ikeda
Oscar Francois de Jarjeyes, female commander of the royal guard, is at the center of events at Marie Antoinette's involvement in the scandalous Affair of the Diamond Necklace and her passion for Count Fersen of Sweden causes chaos at the court of Versailles. This deluxe hardcover collects chapters 23-44 of Riyoko Ikeda's historical fiction masterwork. (STL144070) Available Now! (DEC192047)
HC, 512pgs, B&WSRP: $38.99
ROSE OF VERSAILLES HC VOL 03 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Riyoko Ikeda
War is brewing. Oscar Fran ois de Jarjeyes has never conformed to the image of an ideal French noblewoman. While the people of Paris are being bankrupted by the nobles' extravagant spending, Oscar demotes herself to the French Guard, and mingles with revolutionary thinkers and commoners. She finds herself broken by failed love and torn between her loyalties to Queen Marie Antoinette and to the people of France. This deluxe hardcover volume contains chapters 45-66 of Riyoko Ikeda's historical fiction masterwork. (STL144071) Available Now! (APR202328)
HC, 480pgs, B&WSRP: $38.99
ROSE OF VERSAILLES HC VOL 04 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Riyoko Ikeda
France spirals towards a civil war, as nobles continue to ignore the people of France. Noblewoman Oscar Fran ois de Jarjayes is forced to reconsider her life as a soldier and a woman, her loyalties and her love. Marie Antionette and the royal family seek escape, while Robespierre and the National Assembly take up arms and demand democracy. This deluxe hardcover volume contains chapters 67-82 of Riyoko Ikeda's historical fiction masterwork, plus the side story 'The Countess in Black'. (STL164198) Available Now! (DEC201864)
HC, 6x9, 498pgs, B&WSRP: $38.99
ROSE OF VERSAILLES HC VOL 05 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Riyoko Ikeda
Oscar Fran ois de Jarjayes is the commander of the French Royal Guards, but even this fearless noblewoman may have met her match. Enter Loulou de la Laurencie, Oscar's mischievous young niece. Loulou was sent to Oscar's house to improve her manners, but instead finds herself entangled in a bevy of adventures. She quickly becomes the key to helping Oscar and her loyal friends Andr and Rosalie solve some thrilling mysteries! This volume collects the four new stories written and illustrated by Riyoko Ikeda in 1984 & 1985, collectively known as The Rose of Versailles Side Stories: The Great Detective Loulou. (STL167612) Available Now! (JAN211751)
HC, 340pgs, B&WSRP: $29.99
IM THE GRIM REAPER GN VOL 01
(W/A) Graveweaver
When Scarlet finds herself doomed to eternal punishment in Hell for a sinful life she can't even remember, Satan himself offers her a deal: return to earth and kill one marked sinner per day as his grim reaper! (STL321473) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
SC, 240pgs, FCSRP: $18.99
TOKYO THESE DAYS HC VOL 03
(W/A) Taiyo Matsumoto
Believing in the future of manga while never forgetting its past, Shiozawa accompanies manga creators once again through their agony to create an ultimate manga project. Is there ever joy in creation? (STL321546) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 5x8.5, 240pgs, B&WSRP: $28.00
CHOUJIN X GN VOL 07
(W) Sui Ishida (A) Taiyo Matsumoto
Tokio is back from his training just in time to help Ely and Azuma deal with some troublesome choujin. But tearful reunions will have to wait as Yamato Mori dedicates all its resources to preparing for an all-out war against Zora and her forces. As Tokio and his friends get caught up in strategy sessions and reconnaissance missions, they are viscerally reminded that there's one experience all choujin have in common-pain. (STL321445) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x8.5, 232pgs, B&WSRP: $16.99
FIST OF THE NORTH STAR HC VOL 14
(W) Buronson (A) Tetsuo Hara
The arrival of Kenshiro in the land of the Asuras was preceded by the legend of Raoh, who it was said would bring justice to that blighted place. The people of the land of the Asuras suffer in the grip of its savage leaders, the dreaded Rasho, three masters of Hokuto Ryuken. Now, Kenshiro has come to rescue Rin and Shachi. To do it, he'll have to face the first Rasho, the demon lord Kaio, a man whose soul burns with the rage of the gods! (STL321457) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 5x8.5, 292pgs, B&WSRP: $25.00
FOOL NIGHT GN VOL 02
(W/A) Kasumi Yasuda
Struggling in poverty and slowly transforming, Kamiya must figure out how to spend the two brief years of humanity he has left after undergoing the transfloration procedure. The vine growing from his stomach has made him question his relationship with his mother and his employment at Transflora Medical. Meanwhile, Kamiya's childhood friend Hourai assists in the investigation of a string of murders committed by a spiriflor. (STL321461) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x8.5, 200pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
DRCL MIDNIGHT CHILDREN HC VOL 03
(W/A) Shin'ichi Sakamoto
With Lucy's life hanging in the balance, tempers flare and tensions rise as Arthur, Quincey, Joe, and Mina struggle to decide who is best suited to offer aid to their precious friend. However, the sudden appearance of Count Dracula may render all their efforts for naught. Will centuries of humanity's collected knowledge be enough to hold back the count's advance, or will wisdom and logic falter in the face of the undead king's maddening presence? (STL321427) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 5x8.5, 216pgs, B&WSRP: $27.99
CALL OF THE NIGHT GN VOL 17
(W/A) Kotoyama
Ko's school trip is full of surprises as he forges connections with old and new friends. Kyoko pursues a lead regarding the truth about her father. And Mahiru and Kiku take the final steps in their relationship as human and vampire...leaving Ko with a lot to process. (STL321441) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 200pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
TRILLION GAME GN VOL 01
(W) Riichiro Inagaki (A) Ryoichi Ikegami
Self-proclaimed 'world's most selfish man' Haru and timid computer whiz Gaku set out to make a trillion dollars. They start the company Trillion Game to accomplish this task and hope to iron out the details as they go. With charm, technical skills, and no business plan, can these unlikely friends reach their lofty goal? (STL321547) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 216pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
DISNEY TWISTED WONDERLAND MANGA ANTHOLOGY GN VOL 01
(W/A) Various
An anthology of manga shorts featuring all your favorite characters from the Disney mobile game.
Short stories set in the world of Twisted Wonderland, based on the hit mobile game from Disney!
The first installment in a collection of small but mighty adventures, featuring the characters and world of Twisted Wonderland. Each tale is written and drawn by a different manga creator! (STL321454) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
SC, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
MAO GN VOL 18
(W/A) Rumiko Takahashi
Nanoka and Mao attempt to mediate a deadly dispute between curse-wielding sisters Kagari and Ayame. Then, our exorcist heroes are off to investigate villagers rumored to perform human sacrifices to a mysterious water god. Is Nanoka's sword, Akanemaru, up to the tasks that lie ahead ? (STL321497) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
FLY ME TO THE MOON GN VOL 25
(W/A) Kenjiro Hata
Nasa and Tsukasa finally uncover the truth behind Tsukasa's curse, and it's complicated. So complicated that the newlyweds need some serious couple time to process things. Unfortunately, Nasa finds hacking advanced alien technology way easier than thinking up a good date spot to take his wife. And little do Nasa and Tsukasa know that they're about to cross paths with another couple-one whose history with our heroes will make things more complicated than ever! (STL321459) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 200pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
FRIEREN BEYOND JOURNEYS END GN VOL 11
(W) Kanehito Yamada (A) Tsukasa Abe
Frieren has broken the curse of Diagoldze and released herself and Denken. Now they face Macht and Solit r in a final battle of retribution. With his memories of his wife driving him, Denken challenges Macht, his former master. Frieren takes on Solit r, who is confident of victory. But demons have always underestimated Frieren, one of the greatest mages to ever live, and Macht and Solit r would do well to not count Frieren out just yet! (STL321463) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
HELCK GN VOL 11
(W/A) Nanaki Nanao
At long last, the identity of the Human King comes to light! In order to finally acquire the pieces he needs to enact his goals, the king tries to take control of Helck's body. Instead, Helck releases his hidden power and faces off against the Human King at the start of this final battle! (STL321467) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 216pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
YONA OF THE DAWN GN 42
(W/A) Mizuho Kusanagi
Yona and her friends have thwarted South Kai's Emperor Chagol, but Sinha, Jaeha, and Zeno are still nowhere to be found. Suddenly, Yona hears the voice of a dragon! But the biggest surprise might be what Su-won reveals to Hak regarding his plans for succession (STL321561) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
LAST QUARTER GN VOL 01
(W/A) Ai Yazawa
Two star-crossed lovers transcend time in this supernatural mystery from the creator of Nana!
LETS DO IT ALREADY GN VOL 02
(W/A) Aki Kusaka
After Yuri begins dating Keiichiro, she discovers what it's like spending time with a member of the elite. When they commute to high school, they're chaperoned by Keiichiro's private guards, and there are surveillance cameras in his chauffeured car. It's difficult to be romantic, especially now that a handsome spy from the Katsuragi family is interfering in their relationship! (STL321490) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 168pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
LIKE A BUTTERFLY GN VOL 08
(W/A) Suu Morish*ta
Suiren and Kawasumi are now second-years, and they're fortunate enough to be in the same class! Seeing each other this way is nice, but Suiren starts to feel lonely as Kawasumi immerses himself in karate. Can Suiren work up the courage to tell Kawasumi that she wants more? (STL321492) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 200pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
WOLF GIRL BLACK PRINCE GN VOL 09
(W/A) Ayuko Hatta
When Erika turns Kyoya down for a date to help one of San's younger brothers shop for San's birthday, Kamiya points out her story doesn't add up. After some snooping, Kyoya is shocked to find Erika meeting up with a tall and handsome stranger! Shaken to his core, Kyoya can't even bring himself to go to school the next day. Can the pair survive this apparent betrayal? (STL321557) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 184pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
LOVES IN SIGHT GN VOL 08
(W/A) Uoyama
To fulfill his promise, Morio takes Yukiko on an exciting seaside drive for her very first trip to the beach. There, she learns about the beautiful and terrifying wonders of the ocean. Then, Morio finally meets Yukiko's dad-who's convinced that his little girl shouldn't be dating a delinquent! What kinds of troubles and adventures await Morio and Yukiko in this final volume? (STL321494) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 296pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
POKEMON COMP POKEMON POCKET GUIDE BOX SET
(W) Shogakukan
Each book in this two-volume set is filled with descriptions and stats, including Abilities, Moves, and Evolutions. Includes 898 Pok mon! (STL321519) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x11, 1112pgs, FCSRP: $28.99
ANIMAL CROSSING NEW HORIZONS GN VOL 07
(W/A) Kokonasu Rumba
There are even more vacation homes to design for Paradise Planning clients! Can the gang create the perfect studio for Hazel, who's hoping to make it as a manga artist?! (STL321431) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 128pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
NARUTO SASUKES STORY UCHIHA HEAVENLY STARDUST GN VOL 02
(W) Masashi Kishimoto & Various
As Sasuke and Sakura descend even deeper into the hidden chambers beneath the observatory, the details of a dire conspiracy finally begin to come to light. With the prison warden watching their every move, the two will have to find a way to secure Naruto's cure and survive the battle to come in this thrilling conclusion! (STL321510) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
HAIKYU 3-IN-1 ED 02
(W/A) Haruichi Furudate
Karasuno's training camp kicks off with a bang, and the moment they've all been waiting for finally arrives-the revival of the long-standing rivalry between the Cats and the Crows! Karasuno's practice games against Nekoma reveal all the cracks in their teamwork, and they'd better patch things up if they're to stand a chance in the Inter-High qualifiers. Team Karasuno realizes that their chances are even slimmer when they see who they're up against in their block: Aoba Johsai and the Iron Wall of Date Tech! (STL321465) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 600pgs, B&WSRP: $16.99
KIKIS DELIVERY SERVICE FILM COMIC ALL IN ONE ED HC
(W) Hayao Miyazaki
Now that she's 13 years old, it's time for young Kiki to start thinking about her future. One night, under the shine of a full moon, she grabs her black cat Jiji, hops on her mother's broom and heads off into the night. The next day she arrives at a friendly seaside city, and this, she tells her loyal and furry companion, is where she'll spend the next year learning how to become a real, honest-to-goodness witch. (STL321485) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 6x8, 584pgs, FCSRP: $30.00
WORLD PIECE GN VOL 04
(W) Josh Tierney (A) Agroshka
In the aftermath of the Nurulan attack on Affin, Lucas and his friends are taken prisoner aboard the same battleship commanded by Exxo's father, Captain Divo, who has taken possession of Earth! Exxo might be Lucas's only hope to take back his planet, but will she be able to stand up to her powerful father for the sake of her friends? And will Lucas even be able to unlock the power to restore Earth back to size? The answers are at their fingertips as Lucas's space adventure reaches its nail-biting conclusion in the final volume of World Piece! (STL321558) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&WSRP: $16.99
INSOMNIACS AFTER SCHOOL GN VOL 07
(W/A) Makoto Ojiro
After disobeying Magari's parents, Nakami and Magari face a strict separation. Magari is banned from having any contact with Nakami outside of school. Overwhelmed with guilt, the duo reluctantly agrees to put their connection on hold. At the same time, the astronomy club faces disbandment, and the pair must make a bold move to save it. Can Nakami and Magari defy the odds to salvage both their relationship and the future of the astronomy club? (STL321476) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
LEGEND OF ZELDA TWILIGHT PRINCESS GN COMP BOX SET
(W/A) Akira Himekawa
This box set contains all 11 volumes of the smash-hit manga series The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess and a collectible, double-sided poster! (STL321544) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
2040pgs, B&WSRP: $129.99
JOJO A GO GO HC
(A) Hirohiko Araki
Hirohiko Araki's JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is a beloved epic with dedicated fans everywhere under the sun. The art book JoJo A-Go!Go! collects exclusive illustrations and color pages as it dances through Stardust Crusaders, Diamond Is Unbreakable, and Golden Wind-and it even includes a peek at Stone Ocean!
SAKAMOTO DAYS GN VOL 13
(W/A) Yuto Suzuki
In order to avoid expulsion from the JCC, a young Sakamoto, Nagumo, and Akao are assigned a special mission-along with another outcast, Uzuki. The assassins close in on their target at a special department store for hit men, but unbeknownst to them, their actions there will alter the course of their futures forever (STL321527) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
JOJOS BIZARRE ADV PART 6 STONE OCEAN HC VOL 06
(W/A) Hirohiko Araki
Pale Snake has F.F. on the ropes when Weather Forecast comes to their rescue. The pair narrowly escape and are able to meet up with Jolyne and Anastasia, but their relief is short-lived when sudden tragedy strikes! The time to escape from prison and track down Father Pucchi has come, with Jolyne, Ermes, and Emporio planning to go one way while Weather Forecast and Anastasia go another. But Jolyne is attacked by the lead guard, Mew Mew, whose Stand, Jailhouse Lock, causes Jolyne to be able to remember only three things at a time. She keeps writing notes for herself as she struggles to get free of her attacker, but then Mew Mew suddenly shoots Emporio! Will Jolyne be able to escape the prison?! And what of Anastasia and Weather Forecast on the outside? (STL321479) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 5x7.5, 394pgs, B&WSRP: $25.00
CHAINSAW MAN GN VOL 16
(W/A) Tatsuki Fujimoto
To live life as a normal high school student, or to become Chainsaw Man again. Denji is facing the ultimate choice and has no idea what to do. Meanwhile, a mysterious group called the Chainsaw Man Church is gaining power behind the scenes. What exactly are they plotting, and how will Denji fit into their scheme? (STL321444) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 184pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
DARK GATHERING GN VOL 09
(W/A) Kenichi Kondo
Yayoi and her friends have been trapped in a deadly game of dream tag by a sinister spirit wearing the body of an elementary schooler! With only a single plushie at her disposal, will Yayoi be able to help everyone escape from the deranged teacher who's hunting them, or will they all end up as nothing but food for the crows? (STL321451) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 200pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
MASHLE MAGIC & MUSCLES GN VOL 17
(W/A) Hajime Komoto
Innocent Zero's youngest child, Domina, steps in to put a stop to his father's pursuit of Mash. Using the reprieve afforded them, Mash's friends race against the clock in hopes of getting him to Meliadoul, the only hope he has of surviving without a heart. Meanwhile, as Mash hovers between life and death, he encounters a mysterious figure. (STL321499) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $11.99
GUY SHE WAS INTERESTED IN WASNT A GUY AT ALL GN VOL 01
(W/A) Sumiko Arai
Fashionable and upbeat high schooler Aya falls head over heels for an employee at a local CD shop. He s got an air of mystery about him, always dressed well, and has impeccable taste in music. Little does she know this supposedly male employee is actually her female classmate Mitsuki! Mitsuki generally keeps to herself, but since her seat is right next to Aya s, she can't help but be extremely aware of the other s crush. Revealing the truth is out of the question but perhaps getting closer to Aya wouldn t be so bad... (STL331283) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
LETHAL DOSE OF LOVE GN (MR)
(W/A) Yosumi
He ll never forget him his ex-classmate Yuu, that is. College student Ryousuke was absolutely devastated when Shinobu confessed and then promptly disappeared from his life without waiting for a reply. After desperately searching for years, he is overjoyed when they suddenly meet by chance. His happiness is soon eclipsed by the fact that Shinobu walks off into the arms of another man... (STL331261) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 196pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
IS THE ORDER A RABBIT GN VOL 01
(W/A) Koi
Lured in by the promise of cute bunnies, Cocoa stops by Rabbit House Caf for a drink only to find out it s the very place she ll be living ?! Inside, she meets small-but-aloof Chino, militaristic Rize, calm, traditional Chiyo, and Sharo, a normal girl who overflows with elegance. Watch the girls' friendship deepen as the caf bursts with cuteness and laughter from all directions! (STL331256) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 112pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
ILL BECOME A VILLAINESS WHO GOES DOWN IN HISTORY GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Izumi Okido (A) Akari Hoshi
Screw all your lip service! I ll go down in history as a villain! Me, the same girl who hates all those prim and proper heroines, got reincarnated as the villain in the world of my favorite fantasy dating sim! It s my dream come true, so I m going to leave my mark on history by becoming the world s greatest villain! But to do that, I ll need to get a lot stronger, and smarter. Just one problem the harder I try to be evil, the harder the prince falls for me! At this rate, will I ever get to earn my place in history!? (STL331249) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 180pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
WITCH & KNIGHT WILL SURVIVE GN VOL 03 (MR)
(W) Dai Chikamoto (A) Gonbe Shinkawa
When Cetia is targeted by the church s forces, and she goes on a rampage and so the end of our tale approaches! Searching for the truth behind all the deadly ecclesiastic schemes, Kurnig meets with Bishop Zyle, leader of the church. And while his battle with Agredios rages on, the Bishop realizes that the cure everyone is looking for might lay under their noses... Griamelda s in a rage, and Cetia s running wild will the witch and the knight really make it through alive !? (STL331293) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
LYCORIS RECOIL GN VOL 01
(W) Spider Lily (A) Yasunori Bizen
Japan a nation where vicious crime and terror have been all but eliminated. And who keeps the peace? Cute schoolgirls, of course! Those uniformed youths you see on street corners and in stylish cafes may just be agents of Lycoris, with pistols in their purses and missions on their mind... (STL331263) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 152pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
SMALL ANIMALLIKE LADY ADORED BY THE ICE PRINCE GN VOL 01
(W) Hisui (A) Agu Ao, Mugi Sawai
I m Liliana, the daughter of an earl, and I m in a terrible bind. For some reason, when the Ice Prince, Prince William, hosted a party to find his bride, I was the lucky guest he chose! Except living a life as royalty is just about the last thing I want. So my goal is to break off my engagement the sooner the better! But why is it that day by day, His Highness s attitude only grows sweeter ? (STL331287) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
HOLOX MEETING GN VOL 02
(W) Cover Corp, Omcurry G K (A) Anmitsu Okada
Just as Secret Society holoX earns some recognition with their victory in the singing contest, they re hit with a wave of bad press. To clean up their image and win over the haters, the up-and-coming quintet decide to hold a free concert, advancing their plans for world domination to a new stage! And then, with their society becoming less of a secret by the day, the newfound prominence of holoX leads to a fateful encounter?! (STL331242) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
WHOEVER STEALS THIS BOOK GN VOL 03
(W) Nowaki f*ckamidori (A) Kakeru Sora
Stuck in the world of The Silver Beast until she finds the book thief, things are looking bleak for Mifuyu. She s fully transformed into a fox, and even more pressingly...Mashiro was swallowed by the Beast itself! Can she rescue her friend and solve the secret behind this string of burglaries before it s too late? All will become clear in this thrilling and illuminating conclusion to the Whoever Steals series! (STL331297) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
THREE-BODY PROBLEM COMIC GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Cixin Liu (A) XuDong Cai
Amid China s Cultural Revolution in the 1960s, a covert military project establishes contact with Trisolaris, an alien planet on the brink of destruction. This sets into motion the Trisolarans long and menacing journey to invade Earth. Meanwhile, a secret society is formed by the world s elite, broken into factions with differing motivations for aiding in the Trisolaran invasion from saving the lives of their descendants to accelerating the destruction of humanity. Decades later, a group of scientists and a cunning detective investigate a series of mysterious suicides, leading to the discovery of this Earth-Trisolaran Organization. Humanity s battle against its greatest threat has begun... (STL331288) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 184pgs, B&WSRP: $22.00
86 EIGHTY SIX OPERATION HIGH SCHOOL GN (MR)
(W) Asato Asato (A) Suzume Somemiya & Various
The Republic of San Magnolia is enjoying peaceful days, having not been invaded by the neighboring empire s Legion weapons. This is the story of Shin, Lena, and their friends as normal students attending Eighty-Six Private High School, where they ll partake in club activities, the culture festival, a fireworks festival, and more! A story of heartwarming romance and glorious youth that could never have happened in the original 86 unfolds! (STL331227) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 256pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
SWORD ART ONLINE KISS & FLY GN VOL 02
(W) Reki Kawahara (A) Rico Bekko
Kirito and the others try to unravel the mysteries of a new quest, traveling to new, unexplored areas of Alfheim Online!! And Yuki, at the hospital in palliative care for her incurable illness, spends her time playing a game for terminal patients called Serene Garden by using a medical-grade full dive system called Medicuboid. There, Yuki discovers a new VR game called Asuka Empire, and takes her first steps into the world of VR Games. Witness Yuki s origin, and the birth of Zekken! (STL331280) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
BLOODY SWEET GN VOL 04
(W/A) NaRae Lee
Fetechou might have rejected his old friend, but Roxana won t take no for an answer and she s willing to go to extreme measures! Having established herself as a celebrity among humans, Roxana reveals Fetechou s true vampiric nature to the entire world. Will he and Naerim be able to defeat Roxana, or will the vampiress s nefarious schemes drive a wedge between them for good? (STL331234) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 288pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
NO GAME NO LIFE CHAPTER 2 EASTER UNION GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W) Yuu Kamiya (A) Ryu Naitou
Summoned to a world in which games decide everything by a boy who calls himself a god, ace gamer siblings Sora and Shiro capture Immanity s throne in the blink of an eye and set their sights on a new conquest The Eastern Union third most powerful nation in the world. But an encounter with Jibril, the Fl gel prompts an unexpected game of materialization shiritori! Against a creature with the power to slay gods, can come out on top? (STL331267) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
FIFTEEN MINUTES BEFORE WE REALLY DATE GN VOL 04
(W/A) Perico
Just who am I to Yuuki? As Yuuki and Natsuha are in the midst of a little discord, Natsuha loses her confidence and dodges the topic of her future with Yuuki...This heartwarming childhood-friends-to-lovers rom-com reaches its conclusion! (STL331225) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
IMITATION GN VOL 04
(W/A) Kyoung-Ran Park
Get to know pop superstar Taylor Swift in this rhyming board book for little ones who want to know how Taylor became the biggest artist in the world!
BLADE & BASTARD GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Kumo Kagyu (A) Makoto
Deep in the unexplored reaches of the dungeon, a corpse is discovered one that shouldn t exist. After Iarumas is resurrected, his memories of life before death are gone, and he spends his days delving into the dungeon to retrieve the bodies of dead adventurers. Can they be revived as well? Or will God reduce them to piles of ash on the altar? Either way, Iarumas collects his finder s fee. And though his skills earn him some grudging respect, he s also scorned for this cold, utilitarian attitude. The living keep their distance Iarumas consorts primarily with the dead. That is, until he meets Garbage, a feral young swordswoman who s the sole survivor of a massacred party. With Garbage by his side, Iarumas ventures deeper, scouring the dungeon for clues to his past, avoiding monsters, traps, and the inevitability of a permanent ashen demise. (STL331233) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 184pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
TOILET-BOUND HANAKO-KUN SECOND STALL GN BOX SET
(W/A) Aidalro
A new deluxe collection of Volumes 11 through 20 of Toilet-bound Hanako-kun, wrapped in one frightful package! Pick up where the first box set left off and follow Hanako, Nene, Kou, and company on their adventures, all the way until the beginning of the school festival. Don t stall any longer and make room on your shelf for this supernatural selection! (STL331295) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 1760pgs, B&WSRP: $100.00
ASSORTED ENTANGLEMENTS GN VOL 06 (MR)
(W/A) Mikanuji
If Saori had her way, her big sister Iori would always be there beside her just reach out a hand and they could touch, open a mouth and they could talk. But now Iori has a girlfriend. And a job. And a lot less time for her little sis. Somehow, whenever she can t be with her sister, Saori finds her way to her classmate Shizuku. But what exactly is that girl to her...? (STL331229) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
MORTAL INSTRUMENTS GN VOL 08
(W) Cassandra Clare (A) Cassandra Jean
The graphic novel adaptation of Cassandra Clare's bestselling The Mortal Instruments returns with the eighth installment! Simon received an anonymous note threatening the life of his girlfriend is it truly a simple prank or could there be something more sinister at play? (STL331285) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
MINT CHOCOLATE GN VOL 12
(W/A) Mami Orikasa
Nanami sees a person who looks like Suzumura s mom, who left him behind seven years ago and she even has a five-year-old daughter named Koto! Nanami and Andou decide to investigate while keeping it a secret from Suzumura, but he finds out at the worst moment imaginable! Could this be the crisis that breaks up the family!? (STL331264) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
HORIMIYA GN VOL 17
(W) HERO (A) Daisuke Hagiwara
School may have ended, but there is no end to the sweet aww -inspiring tale of Hori and Miyamura! Snapshots of the lives of Hori, Miyamura, and the gang, a brand new story by the original author HERO, and the Hori edition of the final story revealed at the traveling Horimiya exhibition in 2021 have all been collected into this volume celebrating the finale of the original series! (STL331245) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 184pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
HONEY LEMON SODA GN VOL 07
(W/A) Mayu Murata
Uka wants more out of her relationship with Kai talking with him and receiving his help aren t good enough anymore. With nothing left to fear, she s decided to be honest about her feelings. On the day of the sports festival, what she finally tells him is...!? (STL331243) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
SHY GN VOL 08
(W/A) Bukimi Miki
Utsuro has gained a massive boost in power, absorbing Ai into her body and entering her complete form. But although Shy has already tasted defeat once, the fight is far from over! The hero of Japan rises once more with the Heartblade Purity in hand, and her most flaming-hot battle yet is about to get underway!! (STL331277) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
LAID BACK CAMP GN VOL 15
(W/A) Afro
The Outdoor Exploration Club has a new member Mei, and she s joining them on a club camping trip to Karisaka in Yamanashi. She and Aoi head there by bike, while Chiaki and Toba-sensei travel by car. Rin has plans of her own, and appears to be going solo to Saitama...? (STL331260) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
IM NOT POPULAR GN VOL 24 (MR)
(W/A) Nico Tanigawa
The last culture festival of Tomoko s high school life finally begins! She s been busy editing her movie up until the day before, but it s finished at last!! Though Tomoko is nervous, she gets up on stage and greets the audience and then, her movie is put up on the big screen! With her direction and script, Tomoko Kuroki s film is finally revealed!! (STL331268) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 144pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
ELDEN RING ROAD TO ERDTREE GN VOL 04 (MR)
(W) Inc FromSoftware (A) Nikiichi Tobita
Aseo the Tarnished arrives at the Grand Library deep inside the Academy of Raya Lucaria, where Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon and the Carian Knight Moongrum await. And for the decisive match to attain a great rune, the one who holds the key to the battle is that bluntstone sorcerer!? (STL331241) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
DEMON SWORD MASTER OF EXCALIBUR ACADEMY GN VOL 07 (MR)
(W) Yu Shimizu (A) Asuka Keigen, Asagi Tohsaka
Leonis unexpectedly reunites with his old comrade from a thousand years ago Veira, the Dragon Lord. To save his friend from the void that s eaten away at her, and to settle their dispute from back before he reawakened, he boldly takes her up in battle! In the legendary clash between Undead King and Dragon Lord, spanning over a thousand years, who will end up the final victor?! (STL331282) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
BUNGO STRAY DOGS WAN GN VOL 09
(W) Kafka Asagiri (A) Neco Kanai, Sango Harukawa
Shocking disaster strikes the normally peaceful city of Yokohama as Atsushi accidentally spills his ramen all over Kunikida s notebook! And this dastardly tiger s sins don t stop there ! Plus, Sigma brings a fresh face (and a fancy casino) to the world of Bungo Stray Dogs as he makes his Wan debut! (STL331236) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 144pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
INTERSPECIES REVIEWERS GN VOL 09 (A)
Scheduled to ship in October 2024.For more information on this item and a copy of the PREVIEWS Adult supplement, ask your local comic shop. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & UK.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 128pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
SLASHER MAIDENS GN VOL 11 (MR)
(W/A) Tetsuya Tashiro
Asuma defeats Draculia s simulacrum with his new Eros powers, but Innami is troubled by the ability to revert kaijin to human form, and a wedge is driven between the two Meanwhile, Draculia, fearing what she witnessed, resolves to exterminate kaijin eros from the face of the earth! Watch out, Japan the original kaijin is coming!! (STL331278) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
HONEY TRAP SHARED HOUSE GN VOL 04 (MR)
(W) Masamune Kuji (A) Koichi Kozuki
Cosplaying femme-fatale and superspy Houka Wang has continued spying for the MSS to protect her family back home and that s now been threatened by the mysterious John Bider. She knows the only way out from under Bider s thumb is by killing him, something she s prepared to do even at the cost of her own life. And after saying their goodbyes, Hayato finds himself caught between his duty, and his feelings toward Hyouka... (STL331244) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
PLEASE PUT THEM ON TAKAMINE SAN GN VOL 08 (MR)
(W/A) Yuichi Hiiragi
Time-traveling exhibitionist Takamine-san is the very picture of perfection. And Shirota-kun, her servant and closet, is ever present at her side. The two have a master-and-servant relationship, but Shirota-kun can t help falling in love with his supposed boss! Helping the girl you like put on her panties is enough to make any man go crazy, but when Shirota starts to let his feelings get the better of him, Takamine suddenly fires him! How will he recover from this shocking termination? (STL331273) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
BEHEMOTH S RANKED MONSTER CAT ELF GIRL PET GN VOL 10 (MR)
(W) Nozomi Ginyoku (A) Taro Shinonome
An urgent message arrives for Aria and her friends Vasargo of the Four Fiends is trying to obtain the Philosopher s Stone, and he s appeared with his troops in Aria s hometown. With her companions in tow, Aria rushes back to the village and reunites with her mother, Leona. Together with Leona, now a captain of the Amazoness Corps, the group braces itself for the enemy s attacks. It s finally time for the decisive battle! (STL331250) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
OVERLORD GN VOL 19 (MR)
(W) Kugane Maruyama (A) Hugin Miyama, so-bin
The Baharuth Empire has laid claim to the Kingdom s capital of El-Rantel, and Ainz stands at their front lines! The conflict has barely begun, but the Kingdom s army already finds itself in shambles at the hands of the necromancer s super-tier spell, I Shub-Niggurath. Their only options death or shameful defeat, Gazef bravely steps forward...but finds himself faced with an unexpected choice of his own...? (STL331271) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
KAKEGURUI TWIN GN VOL 14 (MR)
(W) Homura Kawamoto (A) Kei Saiki
Having defeated the middle school duo, Mary begins to plot her revenge on Yua Shishiba. But Shishiba wants revenge of her own, and decides to target Sachiko Juraku Now, these three clash in a gamble prepared by Kirari herself! (STL331258) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 208pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
SAGA OF TANYA EVIL GN VOL 24 (MR)
(W) Carlo Zen (A) Shinobu Shinotsuki, Chika Tojo
The Imperial Southern Continent Expeditionary Army Corps struggles under the reality of the shortage of manpower and supplies. The Imperial army s weak spot has been exposed, and an experienced commander like de Lugo is quick to take advantage and pin them down. Driven into a corner, will Romel and Tanya be able to turn the desperate situation around!? (STL331286) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 216pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
IS WRONG PICK UP GIRLS DUNGEON SWORD ORATORIA GN VOL 24 (MR)
(W) Fujino Omori (A) Takashi Yagi, Kiyotaka Haimura
Loki Familia s operation to take on the manmade labyrinth begins! Having gained the support of other familias, they plan to utilize multiple forces to launch a large-scale attack. Meanwhile, Aiz is with Freya Familia, receiving secret, special training from Ottar, while Refia and Filvis promise that they ll visit the forest by their hometown after the battle. Then, the final battle with the Evils begins, yet they re focused solely on defending...? Elsewhere, Thanatos s sinister plot unfolds (STL331255) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
CERTAIN MAGICAL INDEX GN VOL 29
(W) Kazuma Kamachi (A) Chuya Kogino, Kiyotaka Haimura
Concerned for England s future, the second princess of the British royal family, Carissa, launches a coup d' tat! The first obstacle on her road to power her younger sister, Vilian. However, before she can put her plan into motion, Acqua of the Back, member of God s Right Seat, stands in her way!! (STL331228) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 184pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
INFINITE DENDROGRAM LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 20
(W) Taiki (A) Sakon Kaidou
Hugo and Cyco sign on as bodyguards for a trip aboard a luxury sand liner in response to a request from Moneygold, King of Revelry. They know all too well that any task coming from a Superior can t possibly be as simple as it seems, and their suspicions are soon justified when the ship becomes a war zone between multiple rival factions. Just what plans do these organizations have for the sand liner, or is it the cargo they re all after instead? Numerous Superior Jobs converge upon this jewel of the desert including The Weapon, Murder Princess, King of Burglary, and Over Pilot each with their own schemes in motion. Hugo has no choice but to face the ensuing carnage...but can he emerge victorious in this capriccio on the sands? (STL331253) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 316pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
BLACK SUMMONER LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 03 (MR)
(W) Doufu Mayoi (A) Kurogin
As Kelvin, the battle junkie Summoner hailing from another world, continues his extraordinary exploits, Goddess Melfina finally returns to his side, finally having completed her artificial body. When she grants him her blessing, he gains the power to summon a Hero of his own...who wants to become his stepsister?! As Kelvin and his party grow stronger by the day, he receives a summons for his Rank S promotion exam. The contents of the exam involve saving an elven settlement from the threat of a terrible monster, but just how much is the militaristic nation of Trycen involved? The black-clad warrior and his allies smash through everything in their way as they dive full throttle into the third volume of this epic journey! (STL331232) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 240pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
HOW REALIST HERO REBUILT KINGDOM OMNIBUS GN VOL 05
(W) Satoshi Ueda (A) Dojyomaru
Souma resumes control of Van in the wake of Prince Julius s renewed tyranny, and the shifting political landscape initiates an eye-opening talk between Souma and Empress Maria of the Gran Chaos Empire. Afterward, he returns his attention to the domestic front. Countless refugees have been displaced by the Demon Lord s Domain and taken up in his lands. With no easy solution in sight, Souma arranges a meeting with their leader and proposes an ultimatum. (STL331246) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 332pgs, B&WSRP: $22.99
UNWANTED UNDEAD ADVENTURER LIGHT NOVEL 12
(W) Yu Okano (A) Jalan
Now that the tumultous events in the royal capital are over with, Rentt and Lorraine can finally complete Wolf s request, and the duo prepare to return to Maalt with Grand Guildmaster Jean Seebeck in tow. Meanwhile, Rina has been training with Alize under Isaac s guidance. Despite her newfound vampiric abilities, she remains an Iron-class adventurer; surrounded by numerous talented individuals, she struggles with self-confidence. Her prescription? Adventure! As Rentt journeys to Maalt, apprehensive of the trials awaiting him, his junior in all things adventuring and vampiric faces her own trials. (STL331289) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 276pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
INSTANT DEATH ABILITY IS SO OVERPOWERED GN VOL 06
(W) Tsuyoshi Fujitaka (A) Hanamaru Nanto, Chisato Naruse
Having finally made it out of the tower, Yogiri and Tomochika are greeted with an apocalyptic scene or at least, it would have been, if not for Yogiri accidentally killing the Dark God who d been trapped there. Despite the flawless execution of the goddess Vahanato s plans, they amounted to nothing more than releasing her lover s corpse from its imprisonment. After a quick visit from the Hedgehog and brief encounter with the Dark God s surviving spawn, Yogiri and Tomochika are finally able to resume their journey to the capital. Meanwhile, with the disappearance of yet another Sage, Sion is finally beginning to realize just how much of a threat Yogiri is to their world. (STL331266) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 226pgs, B&WSRP: $13.00
IN MY SEVENTH LIFE I MET MONSTER PRINCESS LIGHT NOVEL SC
(W) Sammbon
Hugo is stuck in a time loop, forced to relive the same life up until the moment he is slain by one of his own relatives. But, after swearing revenge on his murderous family during his seventh reset, he meets a beautiful girl. According to rumor, this girl is a monster in human flesh, but he agrees to become her servant all the same. The birth of their partnership heralds an intertwining of fates, and Hugo s life will never be the same again... (STL331252) Scheduled to ship in October 2024.
SC, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
KUSONOKIS GARDEN OF GODS LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 01
(W) Enju (A) Ox
Deep in the countryside, Minato Kusunoki is left in charge of a terrifying house overflowing with evil spirits or at least it was, until his extraordinary ability cleared them all out! Instead, a procession of unique and peculiar gods is drawn to the comfort of the purified Kusunoki residence, and Minato spends his days relaxing in the company of his spiritual neighbors. What else lies in store for Minato as he lives peacefully surrounded by gods? (STL331259) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
REIGN OF THE SEVEL SPELLBLADES SIDE FIRE LIGHT NOVEL SC (MR)
(W) Bokuto Uno (A) Ruria Miyuki
Alvin Godfrey, a failure of a mage, entered Kimberly Magic Academy unsure of himself. Unable to cast a single spell, he was mocked by his peers. Yet he faced the darkness of Kimberly, made friends and in time, became the student body president. Set five years prior to Reign of the Seven Spellblades, this is a scorching account of how Godfrey earned his famous nickname Purgatory. (STL331274) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
PLAYING DEATH GAMES PUT FOOD ON TABLE NOVEL SC VOL 02
(W) Yushi Ukai (A) Nekometaru
Three months after the events of Candle Woods, Yuki plunges back into the world of death games. This time, she s participating in Scrap Building, a race to escape an unstable, abandoned structure. But to make it out with her life, she must contend with Mishiro, a haughty, pretentious player intent on getting in her way. Time goes by, and Yuki finds herself in a game called Golden Bath, staring down the Wall of Thirty a curse in the industry where misfortune befalls players around their thirtieth game. Whether the effects of the curse are real, or her awareness of the phenomenon is tripping her up, one thing is for certain Yuki is in bad shape as she contends with her toughest game yet. (STL331272) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 216pgs, B&WSRP: $16.00
DEMONS CREST LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 02
(W) Reki Kawahara (A) Yukiko Horiguchi
The latest VRMMORPG, Actual Magic, has sealed an entire class of sixth graders in a terrifying game of life or death. Countless dangers await eleven-year-old Yuuma and his friends. One of their classmates has been turned into a monster, and gargantuan beasts lurk around every corner. Their only hope? The demon Valac who has possessed Yuuma s twin sister. Following Valac s guidance, Yuuma and his party set out to save their missing friend, Nagi. But an unexpected encounter awaits them... (STL331240) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
LOVE IS DARK LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 01
(W) Ao Juumonji (A) BUNBUN
Sosei Takarai just wanted to be a regular high schooler. He goes to school every day, hiding a job he doesn t even enjoy, until the class idol, Asumi Shiramori, inexplicably asks him out. Sosei is over the moon, but with all his free time after school and on weekends taken up by his job, he barely gets to see Asumi, let alone go out on dates. Then, one day, he spies his mysterious classmate Kuchina Hitsujimoto at his workplace. Why is she there? Sosei s job, after all, is as an assassin. His romantic entanglements are bittersweet and painful, and the closer Sosei gets to his dream of normality, the further away it seems. A dark rom-com about a boy who kills and a girl who takes lives with a touch. (STL331262) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
WORLD BOWS DOWN BEFORE MY FLAMES LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 01
(W) Hiyoko Sumeragi (A) Pikazo Mika, Mocha
Homura wants to set something, anything, on fire. She may finally get her chance when she's summoned to another world that s desperate enough to ask her for help! Along with a group of similarly offbeat high school girls who all have their own powers, Homura sets off to incinerate evildoers and rein in the chaos caused by the Demon Lord's resurrection. What s going to happen when she inevitably gets a little carried away? Will her flames of justice wind up burning down the whole world? (STL331294) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
BABEL LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 02 (MR)
(W) Kuji Furumiya
Single-minded optimist Shizuka and quick-witted mage Eric must brave forbidden sorcery in Candela Castle and all manner of other dangers to reach their destination, the Magic Kingdom of Farsus. Hoping to find some hint as to how to return to Japan there, they manage to receive an audience with King Lars where, in a terrible twist, Shizuku is declared an unacceptable anomaly. Will she be able to convince Lars of her humanity? And why does Eric seem to know the inside of Farsus Castle so well? (STL331230) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 384pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
KEPT MAN OF PRINCESS KNIGHT LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 03 (MR)
(W) Toru Shirogane (A) Saki Mashima
The Dungeon City is thrust into chaos when it is shaken by tremors that hint at an impending monster stampede. Arwin is still inside the dungeon, with no knowledge of the danger she s in, so Matthew insists on going in to save her. Countless obstacles stand in his way: vicious monsters, the sun god s insidious preachers, and of course, the curse he bears that steals his strength when he s not in the sunlight. Prepared to face his death, the weakest kept man ventures into the dark depths of the dungeon. (STL331284) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 232pgs, B&WSRP: $16.00
DEMON LORD 2099 LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 03 (MR)
The Dungeon City is thrust into chaos when it is shaken by tremors that hint at an impending monster stampede. Arwin is still inside the dungeon, with no knowledge of the danger she s in, so Matthew insists on going in to save her. Countless obstacles stand in his way: vicious monsters, the sun god s insidious preachers, and of course, the curse he bears that steals his strength when he s not in the sunlight. Prepared to face his death, the weakest kept man ventures into the dark depths of the dungeon. (STL331239) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 256pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
ORC EROICA LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 05 (MR)
(W) Rifujin na Magonote (A) Asanagi
After Bash saves the ogre siblings Rudo and Ruka, they beg him to take them on as disciples! The pair are out for revenge against the person who murdered their mother. Now that Bash has his very first disciple, Rudo s training begins, and they start a journey to track down the murderer. Along the way, they make a stop in succubus country. But what will happen when the queen proposes a tour of succubus cuisine? Will our hero be able to resist risking it all on a succubus and condemning himself to a life of sagehood?! (STL331269) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
CHEAT SKILL WORLD BECAME UNRIVALED REAL NOVEL 06 (MR)
(W) Rein Kuwashima (A) Miku
Yuuya has obtained the dark power of the Demons, despite being the disciple of one of the deities who protects the world. To learn to control it, he begins a harsh training regimen. On Earth, Ousei Academy goes on summer break, and that means Yuuya and his friends make plans to have the time of their life at the beach. Of course, that means he ll be surrounded by beautiful girls in swimsuits turning up the heat on the beach! Meanwhile in the other world, a battle between Yuuya and the peerless sword princess, the Deity of Swords, is being arranged. But their contest is interrupted when the Apostle of Atrocity suddenly attacks, planning to destroy humanity. Now, the fate of the world is in Yuuya s hands! (STL331247) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 180pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
BOFURI DONT WANT TO GET HURT MAX OUT DEFENSE NOVEL SC VOL 14
(W) Yuumikan (A) Koin
The highly-anticipated tenth event begins! Maple Tree and the Holy Order have formed an alliance, and prepare to head into combat together. Against Mi s Flames, Velvet s lightning, and Lily s army, an epic battle is inevitable! However, the ace up their sleeve a full roster of first rate players brings the battlefield to a standstill. To break the stalemate, Pain issues a command for an all-out assault, and Sally hatches an outlandish scheme. Using Maple s skill, they ll strike fear in the hearts of their enemies! (STL331235) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 256pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
MAY BE GUILD RECEPTIONIST BUT SOLO ANY BOSS LN SC VOL 04
(W) Mato Kousaka (A) Gaou
When Alina is assigned to oversee a battle tournament held once every four years, she knows she's in for one hell of a workload. Good thing Iffole Counter is holding the grand prize, a rare and valuable statue which is, crucially, unbreakable it s the perfect thing to take out her frustrations on. That is, until she smacks it too hard, and its head pops right off! Will she have to pay for it? And worse, what if someone finds out a mere receptionist broke the unbreakable? Alina s only choice is to glue the thing back together, win the tournament, and take home the prize herself! (STL331248) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 200pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
SILENT WITCH LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 05
(W) Matsuri Isora (A) Nanna Fujimi
Winter vacation has finally arrived, and Monica is looking forward to a break from protecting the second prince. But her plans quickly fall apart when she is ordered to guard him once again this time in her official capacity as the Silent Witch! Now she must escort Felix on a diplomatic mission to a neighboring country without him realizing she and Monica Norton are one and the same. Can she pull through, or will her body give out from the stress? And what new threat lies in wait for the prince at their destination...? (STL331275) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 256pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
VEXATIONS SHUT IN VAMPIRE PRINCESS LIGHT NOVEL 08 (MR)
(W) Kotei Kobayashi (A) riichu
It seems like every time Komari wakes up, she finds herself on a battlefield...but not today. This is even worse now she's in the Netherworld! Thankfully Vill, Nelia, and Estelle are with her, and the four of them join up and begin a journey into the unknown. Along the way, they meet a mysterious girl named Colette who seems to know Vill. But why would someone in another world know Komari's maid? And will Komari and her friends ever find a way back home? (STL331290) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 280pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
DEATH MARCH PARALLEL WORLD RHAPSODY NOVEL 22
(W) Hiro Ainana
After settling their business in Parion Province, Satou and his companions head west. There they encounter a beautiful girl the AR display can't identify who turns out to have a surprising connection to Satou. The group joins her for a peaceful trek, but the calm is soon interrupted when Pippin brings them a dragon egg to look after... (STL331238) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $15.00
BEWARE THE VILLAINESS GN VOL 01
(W/A) Kwang Jin
When a modern-day college student wakes up in the body of Melissa Foddebrat, the villainess of a clich reverse-harem novel, she is determined to cast aside the plot and live a quiet life of luxury, but AGH! Why are all the men in this novel trash?! A sleazebag crown prince, an asshole sniper, a crazed werewolf, and an obsessive merchant Melissa can t just stand by and watch the innocent heroine suffer at the hands of these four male leads. Scummy love interests, begone this story is getting a rewrite! (STL331231) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 272pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
ITAEWON CLASS GN VOL 03
Saeroyi has achieved his dream of opening a pub in Itaewon, but all is not sunshine and rainbows. After Sooah reports them for serving alcohol to minors, Honey Night gets temporarily shut down. To make matters worse, this leads to Saeroyi reuniting with his archnemesis, Geunwon. Still, Saeroyi s not the type to get beaten down easily especially not with the fierce and resourceful Yiseo now at his side! (STL331257)
SC, 280pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
7FATES CHAKHO GN VOL 05
(W/A) HYBE
When Zeha learns Hupo is nearby, he rushes over, eager to get revenge and some answers from the enemy who started it all. But as they finally cross blades, Zeha only finds more questions what really happened four thousand years ago? Who are the real enemies? And what does fate have in store for Team Chakho? (STL331226) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 200pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
MY GENTLY RAISED BEAST GN VOL 08
(W) Kim JunJun, Early Flower (A) Yeoseulki
The worst case scenario has come to pass. Barahan has fully regained his powers, and the defenders are helpless before his legion of mind-controlled divine beasts. But not all hope is lost Blondina and Amon, together as always, prepare to strike back, using their mystical connection with Rafiyan, the god of origins... (STL331265) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 288pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
SSS-CLASS REVIVAL HUNTER GN VOL 01
(W) Sinnoa, Neida (A) Bill K
Some people are just born lucky, fated to enjoy all the riches and fame, while those beneath fade into obscurity. Confucius Kim, an F-class hunter with zero skills, is definitely not one of the fortunate ones. He spends his days bemoaning his lame existence and enviously following the exploits of the star hunter Flame Emperor, for whom the mysterious, monster-filled Tower is nothing but a red carpet. Then one day, Confucius gets the chance to finally catch up to his idol when he receives the ability to copy other people s skills. The only catch? He has to be killed by them first! (STL331279) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 344pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
SEE YOU IN MY 19TH LIFE GN VOL 04
(W/A) Lee Hye
An impromptu trip to the seaside becomes an opportunity for Chowon and Seoha to mend their relationship, but it s also a trip down memory lane for Jieum. While reminiscing on her old life as Juwon, Jieum gets lost in the past...but when she s caught in a moment of carelessness, Chowon becomes increasingly suspicious! Moreover, when an old classmate reminds Doyun of his status, he puts a foot down in his relationship with Chowon, causing the rift between them to grow ever wider... (STL331276) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 328pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
OVERGEARED GN VOL 05
(W) Monohumbug(REDICE STUDIO), Saenal (A) Team Argo
Grid and the Tzedakah Guild face off against what could be their scariest opponent yet, Malaxus, a servant of Yatan. But as Grid proves his worth in this fierce fight, he gains the attention of the guild as they re in dire need of a skilled blacksmith. Meanwhile, Yungwoo finds himself developing unexpected new relationships irl. Can the social stunted hero manage the next level in life? And what happens when an entire guild becomes Overgeared? (STL331270) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 288pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
BOXER GN VOL 08
(W/A) JH
Yu s bloody beatdown against Fabrizio is interrupted at the end by the appearance of an unexpected guest, the boxer J. This legend is not only making his grand return into the world of boxing, but also to Yu, asking him to remember when they first met. K seethes at the sight of his grand finale ruined, but his line of sight isn t against J yet. He wants Yu to challenge his last pupil, and possibly the greatest boxer in the world Aaron Tide. But before Yu can do that, he must first get through a gauntlet of even more fighters. (STL331281) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 312pgs, B&WSRP: $20.00
SEATTLE SAMURAI SC
(W) Kelly Goto (A) Sam Goto
Sam Goto's Seattle Tomodachi cartoons illuminate Japanese American life in the 20th century. Daughter Kelly Goto explores his legacy in this stunning, full-color collection. Between 2012 and 2018, Sam Goto drew over 250 multi-paneled Seattle Tomodachi comic strips for the North American Post. These comics chronicled the lives and stories of early Japanese settlers and their American-born offspring. Through his work, he captured elements of culture, nostalgia, and history, while infusing his characters Shigeru Tomo and his alterego Samurai Shigeru with the samurai values of courage, respect, and continuous improvement and compassion. (STL328372) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 8x10, 652pgs, FCSRP: $19.95
BABY BEARS BAKERY GN VOL 04
(W/A) Kamen Totsu
Baby Bear is the best baker you may have never heard of. Why? Well, while Baby Bear can bake the tastiest cakes and most scrumptious desserts, he's also a baby so his business sense is a little lacking. Join Baby Bear as he grows he cake empire! (STL296653) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXIII #11 (NOV231840)
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, 2CSRP: $15.99
MARCH COMES IN LIKE A LION GN VOL 03
(W/A) Chica Umino
Rei is ill after a few stressful tournaments but rushing to his aide are the Kawamoto sisters. They hold an intervention and spirit him away to their place after they find that he was sick and had forgotten to charge his phone. Even when times are down for the young shogi phenom, there are still old friends that are out there to watch over him however the pieces fall. (STL328325) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.95
NANA & KAORU GN VOL 06 (MR)
(W/A) Ryuta Amazume
Nana & Kaoru is heralded as an erotic comedy classic. This long sought after coming-of-age BDSM story is finally getting an official English release in a 3-in-1 omnibus. (STL328326) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 566pgs, B&WSRP: $29.95
TODAYS MENU FOR EMIYA FAMILY GN VOL 07
(W) Type-Moon (A) TAa
The school festival is happening and Saber is about to attend her first one! Fun summery drinks, decadent desserts, fun and fast grilled snacks and so much more is on fare but what she is really looking forward to is attending her first maid cafe where the treats are not just tasty but prepared by cute maids and butlers. This book's menu includes: Two Sandwich Press Sandwiches; Pumpkin Stew; Chawanmushi; Miso Hot Pot; Strawberry Crepes; Inari Sushi. (STL306155) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXIV #2 (FEB241908)
SC, 6x9, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $12.95
BOOTY ROYALE NEVER GO DOWN WITHOUT FIGHT OMNIBUS GN VOL 08 (MR)
(W/A) Rui Takato
Haebaru Misora, K-cup karateka, has become famous as the strongest woman in the world! Talent agency Space Wolf employs her and a wide variety of girls: well-endowed, slender, loli-type, rich and pampered, a lethwei queen, etc., etc. Any girl who is ready for a little dirty work! And Misora will do it anywhere and anytime, in any arena! Even a street-fight battle royale for a ten-million yen prize, and the honor of being known as the girl with the greatest fists! (STL329418) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 400pgs, B&WSRP: $19.99
ERO NINJA SCROLLS GN VOL 07 (MR)
(W) Haruki
In the bustling city of Ero, danger and excitement lurk around every corner. Arakusa, a young woman in ninja school, hasn't even completed her training when she is called upon to serve the shogunate doing everything from fetching his favorite erotica manga to facing off against an orgiastic church of Western invaders! (STL329427) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: No countries actually denied.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 152pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
MANGA DIARY OF A MALE p*rn STAR GN VOL 05 (MR)
(W/A) Erefante Kaeruno
As Kaeruno continues down the path of a professional p*rn star, he finds himself selected for niche shoots and scenes that don t really float his boat. Already feeling the burnout, he s also faced with hardships off the set when a fellow p*rn star who likes Kaeruno a little too much turns stalker! Why, it s enough to make a man leave the industry for good. Can Kaeruno turn his luck around, or will he go for early retirement? (STL329446) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 166pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
PETER GRILL & PHILOSOPHERS TIME GN VOL 13 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Daisuke Hiyama
Peter is currently in Ogrestan, land of the ogres, where his status as the World's Strongest Man inspired the lust of Queen Nina Alpacas and heaps of ogre ladies all across the country. In the name of reaching enlightenment, he soon visits an ascetic training center, only to be surprised to find an old childhood friend there waiting for him. Will Peter ascend the path to enlightenment, or succumb to the delights of the flesh? (STL329457) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 162pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
MYSTERY SCIENCE DETECTIVES 01 CASE OF FOREST FINGERS
(W) Chi-hyeon Ahn (A) Gyung-hyo Kang
Strange fingers are growing from the ground in the forest outside of school! Some kids think it's zombies rising from the grave, others say they're poisonous mushrooms, but everybody's staying far, far away except for the Mystery Science Detectives! The after-school club is on the case, ready to solve any mystery using the power of science. (STL328035) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 6x8, 128pgs, FCSRP: $16.99
UNOFFICIAL STUDIO GHIBLI BENTO COOKBOOK SC
(W) Barbara Rossi (A) Azuki
Create ready-to-go, fun, and delicious meals inspired by My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service, Howl's Moving Castle, Spirited Away, and more with this beautiful bento cookbook celebrating the imaginative worlds of Studio Ghibli! Make delicious bento lunches modeled after your favorite Studio Ghibli movie characters. The easy-to-follow recipes are fun to make and fun to eat! Original illustrations give step-by-step instructions, and inspirational movie scenes remind you of your favorite characters and moments. This cookbook gives you all you need to create ready-to-go lunches that look like the characters and scenery from Studio Ghibli's imaginative movies Recipes include gyozas, mochi, chicken tatsuta, miso-sesame green beans, fried zucchini with ponzu sauce, chicken karaage, and many more colorful, tasty, and nutritious recipes. (STL328931) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Cookbook, HC, 8x10, 144pgs, FCSRP: $29.99
A CONDITION OF LOVE GN VOL 10
(W/A) Megumi Morino
Hotaru is a 16-year-old high school first year who has always been ambivalent about love, preferring instead to have a lively life with her family and friends. So when she sees her schoolmate, Hananoi-kun, sitting in the snow after a messy, public breakup, she thinks nothing of offering to share her umbrella. But when he asks her out in the middle of her classroom the next day, she can't help but feel that her life is about to change in a big way... (STL329410) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $10.99
A DO GN VOL 04
(W/A/CA) Amano Jaku
Hovering between life and death after shielding Eito from the army s bullets, Riko awakes in the same facility that Eito fought to escape. Colonel Tsujiura then reveals that Riko owes her life to an A-DO named Ewan and his miraculous healing powers. Back in the outside world, an extortionist cult learns of Ewan s existence and hatches a scheme to kidnap him. With danger now pressing on every side, Eito and Ewan must decide who holds the strings to their fates. (STL329411) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
ANYWAY IM FALLING IN LOVE WITH YOU GN VOL 04
(W/A/CA) Haruka Mitsui
Mizuha's seventeenth birthday is the pits. Her parents totally forgot, and the sempai she likes isn't interested in her. But when her longtime childhood friend asks her out, Mizuha has to sort out what this change could mean. And her feelings may not be the only ones changing! Adding to the challenge is a global pandemic, upending the hopes and joys of high school life. But romance is resilient, and crushes and confessions flourish among Mizuha's friends. (STL329413) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
AS A REINCARNATED ARISTOCRAT USE APPRAISAL SKILL GN VOL 12
(W) Natsumi Inoue (A/CA) jimmy
A salaryman suffers a heart attack and is reborn in another world as Ars Louvent, the child of an aristocratic house. Though lacking in physical strength, Ars has a unique 'appraisal' skill that lets him see other people's stats and latent abilities. He puts this skill to the test by discovering a downtrodden young man with fearsome blade skills and a street urchin with a knack for magic. Has Ars found the diamonds in the rough that will help him secure his family's fortunes? (STL329414) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $10.99
BLOOD BLADE GN VOL 03 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Oma Sei
Having fallen in battle long ago, Count Vlad Dracula is reborn as a katana-wielding young vampiress in an alternate-history Europe. After the reincarnated Dracula rescues a girl named Clara from a mysterious stranger, Clara explains that she is the creation of a certain Victor Frankenstein. She also reveals that she is fleeing from an organization called Cerberus, which seeks to capture and study 'monsters' such as herself in order to create an army of human-monster hybrids. Clara begs the vampiress to flee with her to an island of monsters where the two of them will be safe... but as they set out for Monster Island, the sinister forces of Cerberus are in hot pursuit. (STL329416) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
BOY I LOVED BECAME JADED EMPEROR GN VOL 01
(W) Ii Oshikawa (A) Bekio
A fairytale about a young prince and the forest creature who saved his life is twisted by tragedy into a bittersweet palace mystery in this new josei manga. As a young boy, Prince Alexei was rescued from certain death by a friendly monster, and the two of them spent blissful days in the forest. But tragedy struck when Alexei's royal destiny caught up with him again. Now a young man, Alexei has taken the throne, becoming Emperor and vowing revenge. Little does he know, the creature who saved him has been reborn as the daughter of a duketaciturn young lady with a secret. When fate throws them together at the imperial court, will they recognize each other, or will their jaded pasts keep them apart? (STL329493) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 6x8, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
CARDCAPTOR SAKURA CLEAR CARD GN VOL 15
(W/A/CA) Clamp
Seventeen years after the original Cardcaptor Sakura manga ended, CLAMP returns with more magical clow card adventures! Clear Card picks up right where Cardcaptor Sakura left off, with Sakura and Syaoran starting junior high school. With the Final Judgment passed, Sakura thinks school life will be quiet, but then all her cards suddenly turn blank! The mysterious new power she discovers will change how she thinks about her powers. (STL329419) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $10.99
FAIRY TAIL 100 YEARS QUEST GN VOL 16
(W) Hiro Mashima (A/CA) Atsuo Ueda
The battles between Fairy Tail and Diabolos continue to rage in the labyrinth, with both sides beating the living daylights out of each other. Selene's enjoyment of the violent spectacle comes to a screeching halt when the fire dragon god Ignia suddenly appears, throwing the worst wrench in her plans. Natsu, of course, is instantly fired up to fight Ignia, but Ignia's got plans of his own secret plans that may spell disaster for all! (STL329430) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $10.99
FIRE FORCE OMNIBUS GN VOL 12 VOL 33-34
(W/A/CA) Atsushi Ohkubo
Dive feet-first into the world of devil-fighting firefighters with this final omnibus edition of the hit manga from the creator of Soul Eater! In the year 198 of the Age of the Sun, Tokyo is a crowded cosmopolis. But the world's most populous city is threatened by devils that cause people to burst into flame at random! The only ones who can stop it are the Fire Force, a team of specialized firefighters. The young Shinra, blessed with the ability to ignite his feet and travel at the speed of a rocket, wants nothing more than to be a hero, and knows that this is the place for him! But he's not the best at following orders... Includes volumes 33-34 of the Fire Force manga. (STL329431) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x8, 400pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
GREAT CLERIC GN VOL 11
(W) Hiiro Akikaze (A) sime
With the help of the Adventurers' Guild, Luciel uncovers the mastermind behind the attack on the healers. And, once again, it seems as though fate is pushing him towards the newly awakened Labyrinth the source of all Yenice's recent troubles. Luciel and his allies venture into the labyrinth, but strength alone won't be enough to make it through this time. If they want to leave the labyrinth alive, they'll need to work together, get creative, and fight with some 'substantial eXperimentation.' (STL329433) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
HOW I MET MY SOULMATE GN VOL 04 (MR)
(W) Anashin
Yuki is a 20-year-old college sophom*ore who has wished for one thing since moving to Tokyo: to find her soulmate. Growing a bit desperate after a long drought, she goes along with a friend to a club for the first time. Her friend thrives, but it's chaotic and loud... just not Yuki's scene. Just when Yuki begins to despair that she'll ever find a real, adult relationship, she meets Iori, a man with bleached hair and a slightly scary demeanor... but first impressions don't always tell the whole story. Could destiny still have more cards to play? (STL329436) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x8, 208pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
I CANT SAY NO TO LONELY GIRL GN VOL 04
(W/A/CA) Kashikaze
Quintessential good girl Sakurai finds herself trapped in the middle of a bribery scheme. Her teacher offers to write a recommendation letter in exchange for luring a truant student into attendance. Sakurai pins down the reclusive transfer student Honda, but there are strings attached. Honda demands that Sakurai grant one wish every day. The first wish is a kiss and Sakurai finds herself feeling very eager to please (STL329437) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
I CROSSED DRESSED FOR IRL MEETUP GN VOL 01
Cocoa' has made three best friends in her monthly meetup group, where girls get together every month to quell their sweet tooths by meeting up at the cutest and trendiest new dessert cafes. Cocoa is in it for the sweets really! but she's also harboring a few secrets: Not only does Cocoa have a crush on another one of the girls in the group, Opera, but she's actually a guy named Satoshi who's been cross-dressing in order to attend the all-girl group! During one meetup, things come to a head when Opera discovers that Cocoa is cross-dressing and to Cocoa's surprise, Opera confesses that he is too! But Cocoa realizes that his attraction to Opera is more than clothing-deep, and as the two grow closer, they'll learn more about each other and their own selvesthey could have ever imagined. Includes volumes 1 and 2 of the Japanese edition, over 250 pages of manga! (STL248021) Scheduled to ship in September 2024.
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXII #10 (OCT222185)
SC, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $16.99
REINCARNATED IN A BL WORLD OF MAN BOOBS GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Tsukiji Nao
Nagare Otokawa was an otaku loser obsessed with breasts. He tragically died never knowing the feel of the sweet, sweet bosoms he'd craved all his life. Little does he know, his wish is about to be granted in a way he never would have expected. Nagare gets reincarnated as a handsome guy and quickly realizes that he's living in a (BL) world full of sexy (male) beauties. Even so, he sets out to find and squeeze the bust of his dreams. He does, in fact, end up with his face planted deeply in some luscious cleavage, but to his dismay, it's the magnificent pecs of the super-muscular class delinquent, Ryuji Onizuka! Now Nagare must try to dodge his way past the barrage of BL scenarios that hurtle into his path. Will he persevere and get the busty girlfriend of his dreams, or will he end up falling for the all-mantemptingly bodacious? (STL329482) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x8, 256pgs, B&WSRP: $17.99
INITIAL D OMNIBUS GN VOL 03
(W/A/CA) Shuichi Shigeno
Takumi Fujiwara spends a lot of time behind the wheel. His tofu delivery job sends him racing down the treacherous roads of Mount Akina, and without even realizing it, Takumi has mastered racing techniques that take most drivers a lifetime to learn. Of course, none of his friends realize this. They're all too busy watching the Akina Speed Stars, the local street racing team. When the legendary Red Suns show up to challenge the Speed Stars, the rival team obsesses over a phantom car, the Trueno Eight-Six, seen racing through the mountain roads. Who is the driver, and will they take on the dangerous challenge? Contains a new translation of volumes 3-4. (STL329441) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 464pgs, B&WSRP: $22.99
KEI X YAKU BOUND BY LAW GN VOL 03
(W) Yoshie Kaoruhara
Shiro and Ichiro s investigation has led them through all kinds of twists and turns: close calls with members of the yakuza, dangerous trysts with political elite all while maintaining their ruse as passionate lovers. And yet, with every step they take toward the truth, a tendril of a deeper mystery pulls it just out of reach, leaving more unanswered questions. Their encounter with a skilled assassin at an amusem*nt park seems to be proof of a mastermind at work, if only they could identify who (STL329442) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
MEDALIST GN VOL 04
(W/A/CA) Tsurumaikada
Inori is a little girl who dreams of becoming a figure skater. Yet, the obstacles to this dream feel insurmountable: Inori's already 'too old' (she's 11); she's always had trouble at school; and, worst of all, her older sister's skating dreams ended in failure, so her mother is dead set against putting her other daughter through a similar experience. Still, the rink is the only place Inori can be herself, and she's out on the ice when a fateful meeting takes place. Tsukasa, a frustrated coach on the edge of giving up competitive skating himself, will join Inori to form an unstoppable duo powered by hard work, transcendent joy, and an unshakeable belief that they can prove everyone wrong. (STL329447) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
NINJA VS GOKUDO GN VOL 03
(W/A) Shinsuke Kondo
Shinoha is a frickin' Ninja. He can't even smile because of a dark trauma in his past that you'll find out about later. But for now, what you need to know is, he kicks ass and can kill so many guys. Kiwami, on the other hand, looks like a regular business guy, but actually he's a flipping Yakuza. Everyone knows ninjas and yakuzas have been at war for three hundred years, so when Kiwami and Shinoha meet, it's like, fwoosh, slice, kabloop, stab stab stab... My point is, this manga has Real Ultimate Power and, if you read it? Maybe you can too. (STL329454) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
SAILOR MOON NAOKO TAKEUCHI COLLECTION 10
(W/A/CA) Naoko Takeuchi
A new edition of the Sailor Moon manga, for a new generation of fans! Teenager Usagi is not the best athlete, she's never gotten good grades, and, well, she's a bit of a crybaby. But when she meets a talking cat, she begins a journey that will teach her she has a well of great strength just beneath the surface and the heart to inspire and stand up for her friends as Sailor Moon! The original Sailor Moon in a new, affordable edition. (STL329463) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: No countries actually denied.
SC, 304pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
SPOIL ME PLZZZ HINAMORI SAN GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W/A/CA) tsuke
Known throughout the school for her selflessness and perfect grades, there's not a single underclassman who doesn't look up to Yaya Suou including Ichigo Hinamori. Turned down by her crush because of her childish image, Ichigo idolizes Yaya and wishes nothing more than to be as mature and elegant as her senpai. But Ichigo's perfect image of Yaya is shattered when she comes across her wallowing in self-pity in the nurse's office one day. The real Yaya is clumsy, clingy, and selfishat all like the perfect act she puts on. What's more, she's desperately starved for attention and now she won't leave Ichigo alone. (STL329488) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x8, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
TANK CHAIR GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W/A) Manabu Yashiro
Living on Gui Cheng Island, called 'the most dangerous city in the universe,' is no easy task. Genetic doping is common for gangs to gain ultimate power. Shizuka, a young girl, takes on the most dangerous of assassin jobs, but she's not the one doing the killing. Rather, it's her brother, Nagi, a strong assassin who took a bullet to protect his sister, leaving him in a comatose state and having to use a wheelchair. However, Shizuka has figured out the key to waking her brother up: he must be faced with killing intent! Thus begins a violent journey of recovery, battling the most dangerous foes! (STL329489) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x8, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
VINLAND SAGA DLX HC VOL 04 (MR)
(W/A) Makoto Yukimura
A throne room soaked in blood brings Prince Canute a crown and a purpose the establishment of a paradise on Earth in defiance of God, at any cost but deprives Thorfinn of everything he's built his life upon. Now a broken young man, Thorfinn labors far from the battlefield, clearing a forest for his slave master's farm alongside the amiable Einar. But a sudden and brutal tragedy will shock Thorfinn out of his apathy, and force him to answer the question, 'Do I still want to live?' Meanwhile, Canute plots to become ruler of the entire Danish world. Includes volumes 10-12 of the Japanese edition of Vinland Saga and new bonus content. (STL329474) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 7x10, 624pgs, B&WSRP: $54.99
HAPPY OF THE END GN VOL 03 (MR)
(W/A) Ogeretsu Tanaka
Maya threatens the peace that Haoran and Chihiro have together forcing the two lovers repeatedly move. Nevertheless, Maya finally catches Chihiro and abducts him. So when Maya feels uncomfortable with the way Chihiro talks to him, he beats Chihiro until he loses consciousness. Chihiro escapes from Maya's rampage and wakes up in the hospital. After being discharged, the pair once again spend their time together, however, when Haoran notices Chihiro's sudden fear of being touched, he is tormented by feelings of guilt and resentment, and begins to blame himself. Haoran comes to realize that his small but happy life has begun to break down and makes a decision. (STL328324) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $14.95
WOLF PACK GN
(W/A) Billy Balibally
Set in the far-far north, where wolves rule, the head of the valley, Garm, follows the tradition of the lake chief, Hati, and becomes his guardian. Garm is frank and tough, and Hati is serious and pure. They respect each other's pride as chiefs and males, but at first they are somewhat at odds with each other. However, as they come into contact with each other's way of life, their deepening bond makes them the one and only pair. (STL328390) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and Indonesia.
SC, 5x8, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $15.95
JUNKO MIZUNO PURE TRANCE SC (MR)
(W/A/CA) Junko Mizuno
Following the Third World War, humankind left the toxic surface of the Earth and built an underground city to survive. A serious social problem has emerged in this new society: hyperorexia, or severe overeating, a side effect of the 'Pure Trance' life-sustaining pill. The story begins in a hospital which has been ruined by a tyrannical director, Keiko Yamazaki. The nurses who toil under Keiko's whip are regular girls, just like your friends and co-workers. Yet this is no soap opera! It is a dreamy science fiction fantasy a twisted story of catfights, alien safari adventures, evil experimentation, and a girl in love with a pop idol singer. (STL328564) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 7x8, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $19.95
ULTRA HEAVEN GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W/A) Keiichi Koike
In the future, any mood you want is just a pump away. People flock to legal 'pump bars,' where licensed medical professionals, known as bar doctors, prescribe their customers the perfect pharmaceutical blend. But when the standard dosage isn't enough, our protagonist, Cub, turns to an unauthorized source. The results have to be seen to be believed. Rendered in a richly-detailed, clear-line style, this psychedelic sci-fi manga tears apart the basic fabric of reality. What is the truth and what is a dream? (STL328677) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x8, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $24.95
FIRST NIGHT WITH DUKE GN VOL 06
(W) Hwang DoTo Teava (A/CA) Msg
Ambushed by Ros , Ripley falls unconscious. When she comes to, she finds herself back in her own world! Much has changed in her life while she's been gone. Just as she tries to make sense of what happened, the 'real' Ripley appears in her room! (STL329501) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 344pgs, B&WSRP: $22.99
HERO WITHOUT A CLASS GN VOL 01
(W) Kuzu Shichio, Ueda Yumehito (A) Nanae Akio
In a world where everyone receives a Class and Skills at the age of ten, and where such revelations have a huge impact on one's life, Arel, the son of Sword Princess Farah and Archmage Leon, learns that he has no class at all! With no class, and no skills, all that's left for Arel is hard work. And so, he takes to training, utilizing wits and cunning to emerge as an all-new type of hero! (STL328678) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.95
KUROKIYA SAN WANTS TO LEAD HIM AROUND BY NOSE GN VOL 01
(W/A) Pororoca
Ruu Kurokiya, a Kuro Gyaru, is on her way to flunking high school. Her childhood friend, Straight-A student Tadao Tadashi volunteers as private tutor to avert her reckless path but Ruu's more focused on seducing him than learning, and their study sessions soon go wildly astray! When a 'Gyaru's Pride' clashes with Tadao's 'Take-it-Serious' attitude, who knows what will happen next! An unexpected rom-com so pure you can't help but cheer it on! (STL328675) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 168pgs, B&WSRP: $12.95
NUKOZUKE GN VOL 01
(W/A) Yugi Iro
A pocket-sized cat-human: have you met a Nuko? In a world where these curious creatures evolved from ordinary cats, part-timer Yuya finds two abandoned nukos on the side of the road and brings them home out of the rain. Kei needs his ducks to be in a row, while Sasame charms everyone she meets. Yuya's got the cooking and sewing skills to take care of these adorable new housemates, but when he's the one falling asleep in any warm spot of sunlight, who's really taking care of who? (STL328679) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 168pgs, B&WSRP: $12.95
PARALLEL WORLD PHARMACY GN VOL 05
(W) Liz Takayama, Sei Takano (A) Sei Takano
Farma s older brother Palle is coming home from the Novalout College of Medicine. Farma is confounded by his brother s overly ardent training sessions, which send Blanche and Lotte scrambling to avoid them. But despite this, Palle s sincere approach to illnesses resonates with Farma. (STL328681) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 168pgs, B&WSRP: $12.95
HONOJIRO TOWOJI ILLUSTRATION WORKS SC
(A) Honojiro Towoji
Following the extremely popular and long-selling art book Honojiro Towoji Illustration Works, which has been reprinted both in Japan and internationally, and the Honojiro Towoji Shikinomemorie Poster Book, this is the second volume of collected artworks by the popular illustrator Honojiro Towoji. This book of course features original works that delve deeper into a fantastical abyss, along with previously unpublished character illustrations from popular games and numerous client works that cannot be seen on social media. The jacket is an eye-catching red color inspired by the Japanese title 'Shaku Shaku Shagu' with a luxurious design. We hope you will look forward to this long-awaited second volume, this time even more densely packed with content. (STL328452) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in US, Canada, and US territories.
Art Book, SC, 6x9, 184pgs, FCSRP: $29.99
HONOJIRO TOWOJI ILLUSTRATION WORKS SC (O/A)
(A) Honojiro Towoji
The up-and-coming illustrator Honojiro Towoji, who is active in character design for popular online games, will finally publish his long-awaited first book! The book consists of all original illustrations, including previously unpublished works and the series Shiki no memorie on PIE COMIC ART website. The beautiful and fragile world of the boys, drawn with delicate brushwork, is a book of pure indulgence. (STL247215) Available Now! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in US, Canada, and US territories.
Art Book, SC, 6x9, 160pgs, FCSRP: $25.00
TWILIGHT BEAUTY WISTFUL WOMEN IN ART SC
(A) Various
Many people find hints of beauty, emotion, and hope in expressions that are the opposite of the cheerful fa ade expressed by words such as 'brightness,' 'liveliness,' and 'happiness.' In today's world of art and aesthetics, there are many women represented as 'quiet,' 'calm,' 'wistful,' and 'deeply emotional,' drawn with a realistic gentleness and thoughtfulness. This book is a collection of numerous works by 50 of Japan's up-and-coming artists each creating numerous works in which beautiful, wistful, deeply emotional women are drawn. Readers can enjoy portraits of beautiful women in various styles of contemporary art, digital art, and more. (STL328686) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in US, Canada, and US territories.
Art Book, SC, 7x10, 256pgs, FCSRP: $49.99
MAKURA KURAMA ILLUS CARD BOOK PECULIAR ANTIQUE DREAMWORLD
(W/A) Makura Kurama
Peculiar Antique Dreamworld, the illustrations and story published by the popular creator Makura Kurama on the PIE COMIC ART website for the past year and a half, is now an illustration card book. Featured in this book are illustrations and stories about various antiques, including jardinieres, nutcrackers, magic lanterns, and more. Makura Kurama creates works that are mysterious, fantastical, and sometimes a little mad. Anyone seeing these illustrations will surely be drawn into the world of the artwork. As an introduction, there is an 8-page manga, followed by the bound illustration cards featuring the artworks on the front and stories of each illustration written on the back. Although the stories in this book are written only in Japanese, the illustrations alone offer plenty of enjoyment. (STL328454) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in US, Canada, and US territories.
Art Book, SC, 5x6, 16pgs, FCSRP: $29.99
WELCOME TO PECULIAR ANTIQUE SHOP ART OF MAKURA KURA (O/A)
(W/A) Makura Kurama
The world of Makura Kurama is full of darkness and beauty. The owners, guests, neighbors, and other characters that appear in the antique shop suffer from grief, fear, or pain in their minds. The gothic-style costumes and motifs, such as skeletons, dolls, corpses, taxidermy and natural specimens, and of course love, lends a dark, fantastical atmosphere to the stories. But these stories never become an incurable tragedy. Makura Kurama's refined brush work and the sense of hope, of finding light in the darkness, always brings a redemptive element to the stories. This book is the first art collection of Makura Kurama with short stories, comics and illustrations. (STL267872) Available Now! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in US, Canada, and US territories.
Art Book, SC, 6x9, 136pgs, FCSRP: $29.99
DRAWING MANGA HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN MANGA GN
(W/A) Eliot Lerner
The fun way to learn how to create exciting manga comics! All beginning mangaka (manga creators) face the same challenges: how to create expressive drawings, convey perspective, depict the body, hands, and face, and tell a compelling story. With this unique guide written in the style of a comic book, you will learn how to depict your favorite manga and anime characters, as well as create your own original characters and stories! In this book, a fun and engaging story introduces you to the secrets of manga drawing. Each technique is explained step-by-step to help you get started. (STL328696) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
How to Draw, SC, 8x10, 96pgs, B&WSRP: $21.95
CLOCK STRIKER GN VOL 02 THE SHARING SOCIETY
(W) Frederick L Jones (A/CA) Issaka Galadima
With a rival Smith and Striker on her tail, as well as the mysterious King of Alter who seems to have a powerful kingdom despite rejecting cutting-edge technology-Cast ventures out of her hometown for the first time to save her friend Klaus. Can our hero save the day? (STL329362) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
OBLIVION ROUGE HAKKINEN (SATURDAY AM TANKS) 01 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Pap Souleye Fall
In the near future, the Hakkinen army emerges to quell a worldwide war, adopting children to aid them. Oumi and her friends are enlisted to help find a cure and end the bloodshed, but with strange forces gathering against her continent, can Oumi overcome her own insecurities and lead her people to paradise? (STL236859) Available Now!
SC, 5x7, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
YELLOW STRINGER (SATURDAY AM TANK) 01 (O/A)
(W) Frederick L Jones (A/CA) Goeffrey Jean Louis
With front page stories like the ghost that mysteriously haunts cheerleaders from a small town, most people assume that the articles in this national newspaper are sensationalist entertainment for bored shoppers waiting at checkout. However, these stories are real, and the journalists who report on them get the scoop despite the danger they find themselves in. (STL240867) Available Now!
SC, 6x9, 224pgs, FCSRP: $13.99
ANCIENT MAGUS BRIDE ALCHEMISTS BLUE GN VOL 09
(W) Kore Yamazaki, Makoto Sanda (A) Isuo Tsukumo
An orphaned boy named Ao is taken under the wing of the mage Giselle to explore the artistry of magic in Paris. For readers interested in a gender-swapped take on the original premise of The Ancient Magus Bride, this beautifully illustrated manga is full of all-new wonder. (STL329412) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 178pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
BEETLE HANDS GN VOL 01
(W/A) Herhumanist
The full-color webtoon/comic released on Naver's WEBTOON platform is now in print! Welcome to the Heartland, a nightmarish realm where your memories literally come back to haunt you and hunt you down. Dragged into the Heartland by the terrifying Beast that lives inside it, Matthew must survive long enough to free himself and his best friend, Kenma, before the Beast consumes them both. Better run fast, Matthew, before the Beast can catch you. This thrilling English-original horror tale follows two friends fighting for survival in a realm where their worst nightmares come to life. (STL329483) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x8, 380pgs, B&WSRP: $19.99
BLACK & WHITE TOUGH LOVE AT OFFICE GN VOL 03 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Sal Jiang
Shirakawa Junko is headed for the top of the corporate ladder in the Overseas Investor Department at the bank she works until Kuroda Kayo transfers over from Corporate Sales. Kayo is another all-star employee, and she has a foreign university degree to boot. When Kayo and Junko are assigned to work together, their heated rivalry reaches critical mass. Whether they're banging each other's heads or simply banging each other, these two office rivals are ready to go at it! (STL329415) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
CINDERELLA CLOSET GN VOL 07
(W/A/CA) Wakana Yanai
Haruka has started going out with Hikaru, a cross-dressing fashionista. On the morning after their first Christmas as a couple, Hikaru makes a delightful and daring proposal. Meanwhile, Haruka sees Hikaru pursue his dream as a hair and makeup assistant, and decides to put her all into helping Mio with her videos. And then, her ex, Kurotaki re-enters the picture... Romance deepens into love in Volume 7 of this modern fairy tale! (STL329421) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
DANGEROUS CONVENIENCE STORE GN VOL 04
(W/A/CA) 945/gusao
After learning more about Gunwoo s shrouded past, Eui-joon realizes he s in love with him. Just as Eui-joon finally decides to tell him how he feels, Gunwoo vanishes. In desperation, Eui-joon goes to Gunwoo s associate, Chaehyun, to see if he knows where Gunwoo has gone, and if he s all right. While there, Eui-joon receives a call about his hospitalized brother, whose condition has taken a turn for the worse. With Gunwoo s absence, Eui-joon turns to the only source of comfort available Chaehyun! (STL329422) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 6x8, 288pgs, FCSRP: $21.99
DANGERS IN MY HEART GN VOL 09
(W/A) Norio Sakurai
Kyotaro Ichikawa, a boy barely clinging to the bottom rung of his school's social ladder, secretly believes he's the tortured lead in some psychological thriller. He spends his days dreaming up ways to disrupt his classmates' peaceful lives and pining after Anna Yamada, the class idol. But Kyotaro's not nearly the troubled teen he pretends to be and it turns out Anna's a bit odd herself! (STL329423) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 178pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
DUNGEON DIVE AIM FOR DEEPEST LEVEL GN VOL 06
(W) Yomu Mishima (A) Jun Shiosato
When Aikawa Kanami is suddenly transported to another dimension, he s thrust into a world of magic and monsters. In this strange land, adventurers band together to try and clear the Dungeon, a mysterious labyrinth with a hundred levels. Legend says that if you reach the hundredth level, any wish you have will be granted. All Kanami wants is to get back home to his ill little sister, but does a level 1 newb like him even stand a chance? (STL329424) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
DUNGEON FRIENDS FOREVER GN VOL 03
(W/A/CA) Yasuhisa Kuma
With the adventurer Van visiting the dragon overlord Ryuka in her dungeon on a regular basis, the Four Idiots of the executive board are having the time of their lives watching sparks start to fly between the two adorable childhood friends. That is, however, until monsters from a rival dungeon arrive, hell-bent on making Ryuka their new boss. It s dungeon vs. dungeon as Ryuka s friends battle in the stupidest contest imaginable to prove they are her biggest simps! (STL329425) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
EVEN THOUGH WERE ADULTS GN VOL 09 (MR)
(W/A) Takako Shimura
The new term comes, and Ayano starts work at her new school while Akari relishes the joy of living with her. They can t escape their guilty feelings, but their relationship moves forward nevertheless. Meanwhile, Eri is wrestling with her adulterous love for Morita when she gets a call from Morita s wife! (STL329428) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
GREAT SNAKES BRIDE GN VOL 04
(W/A/CA) Fushiashikumo
Miyo is content with her quiet life under the protection of Daija. She does wonder if it s possible for her and Daija to have a child together, but she doesn t have to wait long for an answer. Her belly starts to swell and with it so do thoughts of her own parents. Can she raise a child when her own childhood was so fraught with tragedy? (STL329434) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 210pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
HITOMI CHAN IS SHY WITH STRANGERS GN VOL 09
(W/A) Chorisuke Natsumi
Hitomi-chan and Usa-kun have started dating at last and just in time for summer break! When Kaoru ropes them into a beach trip, they're guaranteed to have some fun in the sun but will they get a chance to find some alone time too? (STL329435) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
I THINK I TURNED MY FRIEND INTO A GIRL GN VOL 07
(W/A/CA) Azusa Banjo
It s a familiar story: a popular high school student gives their plain friend a makeover and transforms their life. But this time, both the popular student and the plain friend are boys! Mido Kenshiro has loved cosmetics all his life, keeping his obsession a secret. But when his childhood friend Hiura lets Kenshiro practice applying makeup on him, the results are earth-shattering for both of them. (STL329438) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 162pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
IDATEN DEITIES KNOW ONLY PEACE GN VOL 06
(W) Amahara (A) Coolkyoushinja (CA) Amahara
It's been eight hundred years since the powerful Idaten deities sealed away the demons who plagued humanity. To the foul-mouthed Hayato, a young deity, the story is mostly a myth. For this new generation of idle deities, there's just not much to do as they watch over humans in peace. But when the seal on the demons breaks, it's up to Hayato and his oddball compatriots to come to humanity's rescue! Can these misfit gods who know nothing of war rise to the challenge, or is a demon threat in a messy mortal world too much to handle? (STL293899) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & UK.
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXIII #10 (OCT232251)
SC, 178pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
IM IN LOVE WITH VILLAINESS GN VOL 07
(W) Inori (A) Aonoshimo
With Claire growing more interested in the plight of the country's commoners, she decides to talk to a church official and see what the church is doing for the common folk. When Rei and Claire arrive, they meet a nun named Lily, a strange girl who's sweet and shy one minute and raising hell the next. But what's most shocking about her is that she soon falls head over heels for Rei! Can Rei convince Claire that she only has eyes for her? (STL329439) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 188pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
IMAGINARY GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W/A) Niiro Ikuhana
Back when Tasuku was a kid, he harbored a secret: he was in love with his friend Maika. But Maika moved away for school before he could gather his courage and confess. Now, as adults, they ve reconnected as friends, and being together brings back memories of their shared past. It was so easy to fantasize about wild things when they were children, but what has become of those fantasies now that they ve grown up? (STL247543) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXII #11 (NOV222173)
SC, 5x7, 196pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
KEMONO JIHEN GN VOL 13
(W/A) Sho Aimoto
Kabane and his friends are training in a special space created by Iyohime's father Tarouta. Meanwhile, Nobimaru visits Inugami and talks about the foxes' upcoming attack on Yashima and the possibility of working together to stop the mission. However, an unexpected and ominous shadow approaches... What will come of its beautiful yet cruel flames? (STL329443) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
LONELY CASTLE IN MIRROR GN VOL 04
(W) Mizuki Tsujimura (A) Tomo Taketomi
The kids had promised each other that they d all attend school on January 10th, but when the day finally comes, the seven kids fail to meet up. With the key still missing, the month of Ookami-sama s deadline finally arrives. The kids decide to treasure the time they have left, but on their final day in the castle, something shocking happens at the very last moment! (STL329444) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
LOVE IS AN ILLUSION QUEEN GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W/A) Fargo
This Mature-rated sequel/spin-off to the hit Boys' Love omegaverse webtoon from Lezhin! Park Do-gyeom, a free-spirited alpha and the older sister of Park Dojin, has finally decided to put her promiscuous past behind her and settle down. As a 39-year-old woman, however, her options for marriage have dwindled. Luckily she has her beleaguered omega secretary, Lee Seung-ah, to do most of the work of finding a marriage partner for her. It shouldn't be a problem, even if Seung-ah and Do-gyeom have harbored secret feelings for each other for years. In fact, arranging Do-gyeom's marriage may just be the catalyst for the two of them to finally admit their attraction... unless another alpha gets in the way! (STL329494) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x8, 400pgs, B&WSRP: $29.99
MALEVOLENT SPIRITS MONONOGATARI GN VOL 08 (MR)
(W/A) Onigunsou
The all-out attack at the Kadomori estate continues, with the paper umbrella tsukumogami seemingly having the upper hand. After the Nagatsuki dowry joins the fray, however, the paper umbrellas quickly retreat, leaving nothing but destruction in their wake and a parting blow to Hyoma that forces him to confront his own past. In the aftermath, it s clear new allies are needed to bolster Botan s protection, but who will step up? A meeting between the Three Great Saenome Clans will determine everyone s fate! (STL329445) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1) NOTE: No countries actually denied.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 194pgs, PCSRP: $13.99
MONSTER CATS GN VOL 02
(W) Yoshie Kaoruhara
A full-color manga/comic about humans living with adorably monstrous cats, from the author of Yokai Cats and The Evil Secret Society of Cats. Is it a banshee, a yeti, a gorgon, or... a cat? Monster Cats are a purrfect new breed of familiar furry friends crossed with freaky fun! If you think life with regular cats can get complicated, wait till you see what it's like for people who live with these charming supernatural pets. (STL329449) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x8, 136pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
MY NEW LIFE AS A CAT GN VOL 07
(W/A) Konomi Wagata
Nyao has had a taste of the good life as a cat, and even he would admit he s starting to lose track of his goal to hunt down his old human body. He s taking mental health days with Chika, playing hide and seek, and even going on a kitty diet. A dilemma is looming for our fluffy little hero. Does he even miss his old life? (STL329450) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available only within US; no US territories.
SC, 168pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCES GN VOL 03
(W/A) Nujima
There's a new urban legend in town the one they call the 'Girl in Crimson' After burnt-out novelist Shizuku's best friend Tomoko disappears, she takes off into every rainy night in search of her, only to find something else! And then the true identity of the Adashino siblings is finally revealed the shocking truth is not for the faint of heart or those unschooled in the occult! Are you ready? (STL329452) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 168pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
NIGHT OF LIVING CAT GN VOL 05
(W) Makoto f*ckami (A) Seigo Tokiya
A virus spreads across the world, transforming all humankind into wild, slavering, furry beasts: cats, to be precise. Those few survivors who remain human take refuge in the dark corners of the earth as they fight back against the feline horde. Kunagi, a man with no memory of his past yet a deep knowledge of cats, struggles to hold on with only his wits and a will to survive. Yet the virus transmits merely through cuddles, and Kunagi finds kitties so hard to resist! Is his willpower strong enough to withstand this hair-raising cat-tastrophe? (STL329453) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 180pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
REBORN RICH GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W) JP (A) BG
After thirteen years as a loyal employee of the Soonyang Group, South Korea's largest business empire, Hyeonwoo is rewarded with betrayal and murdered by his employers! Miraculously, he's given a second chance, reborn back in time as Dojun Jin, grandson of the founder of the corporate dynasty that betrayed him. In a daring quest to rewrite destiny, he will not only attempt to settle the score; he will aim for the ultimate hostile takeover. (STL329460) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 320pgs, B&WSRP: $21.99
REINCARNATED AS A SWORD GN VOL 13
(W) Yuu Tanaka (A) Tomowo Maruyama
Fran and Teacher arrive at the bustling city of Bulbola in time for the Festival of the Moons! While there, they also enter the Cook King Contest. The taciturn Black Cat and her doting Teacher are now aiming to be the world s greatest chefs! (STL329461) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 152pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
ROYAL TAILOR CLOTHIER TO CROWN GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W/A) Nakasane Nowaki
Hana has made many new friends since becoming the royal tailor, but not everyone is happy for her. The world Hana lives in is not very kind to humans, and some people don t approve of Hana having such an important job. When the priest who raised her at the orphanage hears about her new line of work, he becomes worried about her. Can Hana prove herself to both her friends and foes? (STL329462) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 216pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
SKIP AND LOAFER GN VOL 10
(W/A) Misaki Takamatsu
Excellent student Iwakura Mitsumi has always dreamt about leaving her small town, going to a prestigious university, and making positive change in the world. But she s so focused on reaching her goals that she s not prepared for the very different (and overwhelming) city life that awaits her in a Tokyo high school. Luckily, she makes fast friends with Shima Sousuke, a handsome classmate who s as laid-back as she is over-prepared. Can this naive country girl make it big in Tokyo with Sousuke by her side? (STL329464) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 180pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
SLOW LIFE IN ANOTHER WORLD I WISH GN VOL 07
(W) Shige (A) Nagayori
Itsuki Shimomiya, exhausted office worker, has hit the jackpot right? Reborn in a fantastical world, Itsuki finds himself with a magical skill that generates fat stacks of cash once a day. It should let him finally relax without having to bother with your usual fantasy fuss of slaying monsters, but otherworldly cost of living is higher than you'd think. With his wit and otherworldly knowledge, can Itsuki finally create a relaxing life for himself? (STL329465) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 164pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
STAY BY MY SIDE AFTER RAIN GN VOL 02
(W/A) Shoko Rakuta
Kanade feels like he s living under a constant storm cloud with his unfulfilled life. Stuck working a typical office job and keeping himself closeted, he s convinced there will be no sunny days ahead. But those monotonous days are suddenly interrupted when he reunites with Mashiro, an old classmate he harbored hidden feelings for! Finally, Kanade has found a bit of sunshine in his gray, dreary life with Mashiro s arrival. With a chance to get to know each other again, could this be Kanade s second chance to find love with the one who got away? (STL329466) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 182pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
SUCCUBUS AND HITMAN GN VOL 07
(W) Makoto f*ckami (A) Seigo Tokiya
High schooler Gamou Shouya is a dead man sort of. The real Gamou Shouya is long gone, but his body lives on, inhabited by the soul of a boy who made a pact with the succubus Armelina. In exchange for his services as her personal hitman, Armelina is helping him hunt down the people who brutally murdered him and his family. The path ahead is dark and deadly, but Shouya's got nothing left to lose not even his soul. (STL329468) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 168pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
TALE OF THE SECRET SAINT GN VOL 07
(W) Touya (A) Aobe Mahito
Born into a family of knights, Fia has always dreamed of following the path to knighthood too, except she's the least talented of them all. On the day of her initiation test, a deadly injury prompts her life to flash before her eyes and reveal her former life as a powerful Saint who defeated the Demon King in a bygone era! Her painful death as a Saint made her swear she'd never accept sainthood and its dangers again. But now, with her saintly power returned, Fia has the chance to be a more powerful knight than she'd ever dreamed that is, if she can last long enough! (STL329469) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 202pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
THERES NO FREAKING WAY BE YOUR LOVER GN VOL 06
(W) Teren Mikami (A) Musshu
After a lonely three years as a junior high outcast, nerdy Amaori Renako vows to reinvent herself as a cool kid and attain her ideal high school life. She soon finds herself suffocating under the pressure to keep up appearances, but an encounter with school superstar Oduka Mai grants her an unexpected confidante and best friend. That is, until Mai suddenly confesses her newfound love for Renako and friendship flies out the window! Friends or lovers the battle for the future of their relationship begins! (STL329470) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 210pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
THROW AWAY SUIT TOGETHER GN VOL 02
(W) Keyyang (CA) Keyyang
Haru and Hii-chan left Tokyo, throwing their resumes into the ocean and running away to settle on an island. A dream-like world presented itself to them, but the realities of living on their own quickly piled up. Even with part-time work, worries about the future begin to slow them down. As concerns about long-term work and living expenses weigh on them, will this couple find themselves forced back to city life? (STL329471) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 172pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
TITANS BRIDE GN VOL 05 (MR)
(W/A) ITKZ
Senior Kouichi Mizuki is about to take his final exams and graduate from high school, when he suddenly finds himself in a world of titans. Not only is he no longer anywhere near home, but one of these giants, Prince Caius, has claimed Kouichi as his bride! Thanks to a disturbing, world-ending prophecy, the prince's upcoming nuptials cannot be with anyone of his world. Since Caius has no plans to send Kouichi back to earth, he is wholeheartedly set on taking Kouichi as his 'wife'! Seven Seas' special print release of this Mature-rated favorite will feature the completely uncensored original art not available in other editions. (STL329472) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
WEAKEST TAMER BEGAN A JOURNEY TO PICK UP TRASH GN VOL 06
(W) Honobonoru 500, Tou f*ckino (A/CA) Nama
When Ivy learns she s starless, she knows her life is over. Without stars, she can t use her Tamer skill to subdue even the smallest of animals. So she flees into the forest, where she befriends a lowly slime named Sora the one creature she can tame. Together, this unlikely pair begins salvaging other people s rubbish in an attempt to turn their lives around! (STL329476) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 180pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
WHAT HE WHO DOESNT BELIEVE IN FATE SAYS GN VOL 05
(W/A) Omu the Rice
Kosuke can see the 'red string of fate' that connects soulmates. Unfortunately, he's fallen in love with Yuka and her string clearly doesn't lead to him. He hides his feelings for her, until one day a fortune teller lets Yuka know her destined lover is nearbyshe thinks it's Kosuke! Could this finally be the windfall for Kosuke's unrequited love? Can he stop destiny? (STL329477) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 8x7, 180pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
CASE FILES COMPENDIUM BING AN BEN L NOVEL 03 (MR)
(W/A) Rou Bao Bu Chi Rou
From the outside, He Yu seems to have everything going for him: he's handsome, rich, and smart. But beneath his perfect facade, he's hiding a dark secret, one that makes him a slumbering threat to the people around him. After spending years abroad, he enrolls in film school to pursue the girl of his dreams, Xie Xue...but that forces him to deal with her overprotective older brother, the man He Yu hoped he'd never see again. Xie Qingcheng, an icy man of subdued emotion, was once He Yu's doctor, and is the only person who knows He Yu's terrible secret. He Yu swears not to let his past with this man get in the way of his feelings for Xie Xue, but he soon finds himself drawn into a tangled web of intrigue and violence that involves both of the Xie siblings. (STL329420) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
Novel, SC, 400pgs, B&WSRP: $19.99
PEERLESS WUSHUANG SC NOVEL 02
(W/A/CA) Meng Xi Shi
One dark and snowy night, after the Sui dynasty has come into power, a convoy sent by the Kingdom of Khotan is ambushed and massacred. Not a living victim remains and the attackers, along with a chest holding precious treasure in tribute, have vanished. A member of Emperor Yang Jian's secret intelligence agency, the Jiejian Bureau, pursues the case: the highly successful chief Feng Xiao. Feng Xiao's investigations take him to Liugong City, where all the top martial powers across the land are coming to meet. But another intelligence agency, the Zuoyue Bureau, has business in the same city and they have sent Cui Buqu, an ailing but brilliant man who rivals Feng Xiao. These two equally proud men immediately clash and begin a battle of wits, only to hit a dead end on the increasingly cold case. Is the answer to this mystery out of reach, or can Feng Xiao and Cui Buqu find a way to the truth? (STL329456) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
Novel, SC, 400pgs, B&WSRP: $19.99
DRUGSTORE IN ANOTHER WORLD CHEAT PHARMACIST L NOVEL 07
(W/A) Kennoji, Eri Haruno
When corporate drone Reiji wakes up in another world, he comes face-to-face with a fatally wounded werewolf. Thankfully, Reiji s new Medicine Maker skill enables him to brew uniquely effective potions. Alongside his new wolf-girl friend, Reiji and his amazing cures are ready to revolutionize this fantasy world. Be they an old man seeking the secret of youth or an elven archer with blurry vision, all comers are welcome to his countryside pharmacy. (STL254630) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXII #12 (DEC221995)
Light Novel, SC, 196pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
EASYGOING TERRITORY DEFENSE L NOVEL SC VOL 03
(W) Sou Akaike (A) Kururi
Van's carefree days of construction are numbered now that the neighboring kingdom has come to conquer. Once considered useless, his production magic arms his country's troops against the invasion! Meanwhile, one of Van's companions is horrified to discover that the enemy has set their sights on her hometown. Does his fellow magical misfit stand a chance against wyverns and explosives with the puppetry skills she so detests? (STL329426) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Light Novel, SC, 320pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
FAILURE FRAME LIGHT NOVEL 11
(W) Kaoru Shinozaki (A) KMKW
Having defeated Kirihara Takuto and recruited S-class hero Takao Hijiri and her younger sister Itsuki, Mimori Touka is finally ready to march on Alion. Vicius, meanwhile, has procured the heart of the Demon King. As the combined forces of the Lord of the Flies Brigade, the Empire of Mira, and the Country at the End of the World advance on the goddess s seat of power, she races to destroy the Realm of the Divines. Can the resistance stop her before she gains enough power to slaughter both mortals and her fellow divines? Or is it already too late? (STL329429) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Light Novel, SC, 320pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
I ABANDONED MY ENGAGEMENT L NOVEL 01
(W) Fuyutsuki Koki (A) Hazuki Futaba
A saint under scrutiny is forced to live under the watchful eye of a justice-obsessed prince in this fantasy romance. Leia's life is turned upside down after her younger sister claims she's a cruel villain. Leia's fianc breaks off their engagement, leaving her no choice but to throw herself into her saintly duties. But when confronted by the righteous Crown Prince Erik, she finds herself under his scrutiny. He's determined to suss out her true nature, but why does it involve living in the palace with him? (STL329485) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
light novel, SC, 6x8, 280pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
IM IN LOVE WITH VILLAINESS L NOVEL 03
(W) Inori (A) Hanagata
Things grow dire in Bauer Kingdom when Claire gets roped into service as a secret agent of the king. Fortunately, the infuriating commoner Rae Taylor is by her side as always, helping to root out corruption among Claire s fellow nobles. But when an uprising threatens the kingdom, will Claire wind up sacrificing herself on the altar of her ideals? Experience the thrilling finale of the I m in Love with the Villainess spin-off series featuring completely new, never-before-seen scenes from Claire s perspective! (STL329440) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 320pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
MIMOSA CONFESSIONS SC NOVEL 02
(W) Mei Hachimoku (CA) Kukka
After a dramatic first semester, Sakuma and Ushio dive headfirst into summer vacation. Despite their unspoken agreement to not mention the 'incident' that occurred on the last day of school, things get real awkward real fast when they meet up with Natsuki on a trip to the aquarium. She asks them a pointed question: 'You two are dating, aren't you?' The trio will be forced to set their unresolved feelings aside when fall semester arrives and with it, the annual culture festival. Can Sakuma balance his feelings for both of them in addition to his work on the festival committee, not to mention a starring role in the class production of Romeo and Juliet? (STL329448) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Light Novel, SC, 320pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
RAVEN OF INNER PALACE NOVEL SC VOL 07
(W) Kouko Shirakawa (A) Ayuko
Despite the Raven s missing part being within Jusetsu s grasp, the sea god isn t about to make that easy for her. An underwater volcano eruption has made the waters around Je Island, where the black sword awaits, impassable. A clash between the ao god and the raven is in their near future, but will the mortal bystanders become collateral damage in this celestial showdown? Witness the stunning finale of this tale of dark magic and court intrigue. (STL329458) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 320pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
REBORN AS A SPACE MERCENARY LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 10
(W) Ryuto (A) Tetsuhiro Nabeshima
With the Seed of the Sacred Tree and Princess Tinia aboard, Hiro and crew join the battle against Red Flag, the pirate gang that attacked the elves home planet. Just as the battle is looking hopeless, the Krishna activates a mysterious new barrier one that seems to have something to do with the Sacred Tree. Meanwhile, Hiro snags the interest of Mary, a buxom mercenary with shady ties. How is Hiro going to shake this gorgeous new troublemaker? (STL329459) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 320pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
RESTAURANT TO ANOTHER WORLD LIGHT NOVEL 06
(W) Junpei Inuzuka (A/CA) Katsumi Enami
In Tokyo lies a small restaurant called Western Cuisine Nekoya, ordinary in every way save one. Every Saturday, its door connects to another world! Follow along as a cavalcade of curious guests from half-elves to samurai, dragons, halflings and vampires enter its premises, all with the same goal in mind: to fill their stomachs with the most mouth-watering of foods. (STL236605) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXII #8 (AUG222308)
Light Novel, SC, 5x7, 352pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
STRANGE ADVENTURE OF BROKE MERCENARY NOVEL SC VOL 10
(W) Mine (A) peroshi
One by one, the mercenaries who raised Loren fell in a terrible, bloody battle. The lone survivor in a hard world with only his wits and his sword to his name, Loren hires himself out as an adventurer. His new party, however, proves all too willing to run headlong into danger using him as their meat shield. Only Lapis, the party's sly priest, sees his true worth, just as Loren sees hers. They must rely on each other, or else neither of them will live to see the end of their first adventure. (STL329467) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 232pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
WITCH & MERCURY L NOVEL 01
(W) Chohokiteki Kaeru (A) Kanase Benchi
In this action-packed fantasy, a dangerous duo seeks peace in a vicious world. Nothing in this world is more dangerous than a witch. The epitome of fear and terror, they can summon floods on a whim, conjure balls of fire out of the air, or even destroy entire countries overnight. Incur their wrath, and no one is safe. At least, that's what everyone thinks, and it's the very reason they all want Siasha dead. After yet another violent battle for her life, she teams up with Zig, a mercenary, and they depart for unknown lands to find somewhere she can live in peace. But is the pair any match for the lost magic and vicious monstrosities that lie ahead? (STL329486) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 6x8, 380pgs, B&WSRP: $15.99
OTAKU USA MAGAZINE #2 ANIME SPECIAL
(W/A/CA) Various
OTAKU USA Magazine is the overiszed, bold 4 color bimonthly magazine informing American Otaku of the hottest properties in the world of Japanese Anime and Manga, J Pop, Cosplay, Cons, maid cafes, gaming and all the other fascinating aspects of Japanese Popular Culture, all told from a strictly American point of view. Each issue contains 32 page previews of the hottest new manga, and is chock full of reviews on the hottest new manga and anime straight from the creators in Japan. (STL329506) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
Magazine, 72pgs, FCSRP: $7.99
ANIMAGE OCTOBER 2024
Animage is an excellent source for all the latest news on Japanese anime, aimed at fans and the public, not industry professionals. Each issue is packed with full-color and black-and-white pages, giving you the latest scoop on the hottest anime around. Japanese Text. (STL329502) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-2)
Magazine, 9x12, 400pgs, FCSRP: $21.00
MEGAMI OCTOBER 2024
Megami is Japan's top anime magazine! Focusing on bishoujo characters from anime and video games, Megami features tons of free giveaways, as well as full-color artwork and posters! Includes telephone cards, punch-out 'character stands,' stickers, and much more! Japanese Text. (STL329504) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-2)
Magazine, 9x12, FCSRP: $22.00
HOBBY JAPAN OCTOBER 2024
Hobby Japan, the magazine that specializes in model kit building and customizing in Japan, is generally recognized as the No.1 magazine of the hobby industry. A wide variety of articles features each month, including the montly 'How to Build...' feature, which shows readers how to build and customize the latest and greatest Gundam kits from Bandai! As a leading magazine in the industry, Hobby Japan listens to its readers and offers the the hottest information on the market! Japanese Text. (STL329503) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-2)
Magazine, 9x12, 400pgs, FCSRP: $22.00
NEWTYPE OCTOBER 2024
Newtype is the top source for all your anime and manga needs! It features all of the latest news on anime, manga, music, and games. Includes toy and model reviews, interviews with directors and actors, and columns by industry experts. Japanese Text. (STL329505) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-2)
Magazine, FCSRP: $21.00
MARON THE MAGIC OCEAN GN
(W) MIMI
Sugar has lost all feeling. Good, bad, all emotions are completely gone, along with her memories. Adrift in a magic ocean, the paradise of children who don't grow up, she comes across a turtle who claims to be half of Sugar, and needs to escape this place. 'I will escort you out of the magic ocean, Sugar.' A bittersweet tale of self-destruction, pain, sadness, and depression. (STL329317) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5X8, 208pgs, FCSRP: $16.99
DARK METRO MANGA TP ULTIMATE ED (O/A)
(W) Tokyo Calen (A) Yoshiken
Deep beneath Tokyo there exists a rift between this world and the next, a gateway to a world of spirits and death. Guiding those who find themselves lost in this world-between-worlds is Seiya, a mysterious young man who has the ability to tell who is destined to live and whose fate it is to pass through to the other side. But where do Seiya's powers come from? Why do people keep slipping through the cracks between worlds? And just what is lurking on the other side? (STL088086) Available Now! (JUL182333)
SC, 560pgs, B&WSRP: $19.99
DEAD COMPANY GN VOL 01 (O/A)
(W) Yoshiki Tonogai
A death game where players are forced to kill one another until there's only one person left standing! This is the story of Ryosuke Miyauchi, a young man who survived a real-life battle royale game three years ago, and who has been struggling to live a normal life since then. One day, Ryosuke was scouted by the enormously popular game developer EDC, who asked him, 'Why don't you use your special experience to make a game?' (STL269709) Available Now!
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
DEAD COMPANY GN VOL 02 (MR) (O/A)
(W) Yoshiki Tonogai
Ryosuke Miyauchi may have survived a real-life death game three years ago, but the lingering trauma and guilt from having his girlfriend's blood on his hands has left him an empty man with an empty life. When he's recruited by major game developer EDC on the basis of his prior 'experience,' he soon realizes that his first-hand brush with murder is exactly why they offered him the job. Now he's left with no choice but to take part in running death games similar to the one that cost him everything. But what will he do when he finds out that Kyo, his late girlfriend's younger sister, is one of the players in this dangerous game? Knowing that his hands are already stained with innocent blood, Ryosuke makes his decision to risk it all! (STL281963) Available Now!
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SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
DEAD COMPANY GN VOL 03 (MR) (O/A)
(W) Yoshiki Tonogai
Ryosuke readies to risk it all in this thrilling final volume of Dead Company! Ryosuke Miyauchi may have survived a real-life death game three years ago, but that brush with death is only the first of many to come. When he's recruited by major game developer EDC on the basis of his prior 'experience,' he soon realizes that they're the ones responsible for his trauma, all while they grow profits and slaughter innocents as they run other death games all around the world. Now, his late girlfriend's sister Kyo has joined a death game of her own accord, and Ryosuke dedicates himself to keeping her safe no matter the cost. But when he's offered a chance to strike back against the company that took everything away from him, Ryosuke finds himself torn. Can he trust the people who claim they want to take EDC down? (STL290596) Available Now!
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SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
PARHAM ITAN TALES FROM BEYOND GN VOL 01 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Kaili Sorano
Yamagishi and Sendo are schoolmates, but that's about as far as their similarities go: one is a short, no-nonsense boxer, while the other is a tall, bookish conspiracy nut. But when they find themselves embroiled in a paranormal phenomenon at school involving plant-faced monster people assimilating innocent victims, it seems they'll have to set aside their differences and work together as best as they can. Inspired by Lovecraftian horror and the Call of Cthulhu, this is a brand-new manga series from the creator of Monochrome Factor! (STL139045) Available Now! (OCT192272)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
PARHAM ITAN TALES FROM BEYOND GN VOL 02 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Kaili Sorano
After barely escaping from the Beyond, an alternate dimension swarming with bloodthirsty monsters, high-schoolers Yamagishi and Sendo realize their lives aren't going back to normal anytime soon. Determined to delve deeper into the secrets of the Beyond, they team up with the mysterious paranormal investigator Akisato, under whose grudging guidance they begin to uncover a world of occult sects and black magic. When Yamagishi stumbles across an unknown sigil that he somehow recognizes, it quickly becomes clear his involvement is no mere coincidence. He's sure the creepy symbol has something to do with the orphanage where he grew up and he's determined to find out truth, even if he has to go back into the Beyond to find the answers to his missing past. (STL161815) Available Now! (JUN201550)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
RESIDENT EVIL INFINITE DARKNESS BEGINNING TP (MR) (O/A)
(W) Keith R. A. DeCandido (A/CA) Carmelo Zagaria, Valentina Cuomo
Based on the 2021 animated series featured on Netflix, Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness, this exciting graphic novel tie-in features an all-new original story from the world of Resident Evil. This prequel features fan-favorite character Leon in an action-packed new story! (STL252102) Available Now! (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in China or Japan.
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SC, 7x10, 128pgs, FCSRP: $15.99
UNDEAD MESSIAH MANGA GN VOL 01 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Gin Zarbo
A pregnant woman is pursued by a supernatural creature. On the internet, videos of a bandaged hero surface. 15-year-old Tim Muley makes a terrible discovery in his neighbor's garden. Three seemingly unrelated events, all of which seem to point to an imminent zombie apocalypse! But this time the story's not about the end of mankind; it's about a new beginning... (STL080059) Available Now! (MAY182148)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&WSRP: $10.99
UNDEAD MESSIAH MANGA GN VOL 02 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Gin Zarbo
A pregnant woman is pursued by a supernatural creature. On the internet, videos of a bandaged hero surface. 15-year-old Tim Muley makes a terrible discovery in his neighbor's garden. Three seemingly unrelated events, all of which seem to point to an imminent zombie apocalypse! But this time the story's not about the end of mankind; it's about a new beginning... This is volume 2 of the series. (STL091947) Available Now! (AUG182398)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&WSRP: $10.99
UNDEAD MESSIAH MANGA GN VOL 03 (O/A)
(W/A/CA) Gin Zarbo
Tim is your ordinary, average, zombie-obsessed teen, and knows exactly what he'd do in the event of a mass awakening of living corpses. Unfortunately for him, he gets to test those plans for real. When an outbreak of living corpses takes over his town, Tim finds himself unwittingly in the middle of a vast undead conspiracy. The internet's so-called 'savior,' Ritch, has taken him captive and is experimenting on him. As his body reacts to the virus and reveals zombie-like symptoms, Tim must uncover Ritch's true intentions and the undead's origins, revealing them to the world... before it's too late. (STL116079) Available Now! (JUN201551)
SC, 5x7, 212pgs, PCSRP: $10.99
A TAILS TALE GN VOL 01
(W) Mizu Sahara
Nachi Hiyama plays softball, but hates how she never tans like her teammates. Feeling alone and discouraged, she struggles to fit in. That is, until she meets Utsumi, a quiet, shy boy at her school, and discovers his secret; he has a tail! They might be different, but they can be different together. (STL329315) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
BOYS GILDING THE LILY SHALL DIE GN VOL 02
(W) Yomogimochi
Chihaya Katagiri has always been the first trumpet in her school's brass band until Hibiki Aikawa transfers from a prestigious school and takes the spot. Despite initial suspicions, the two quickly become close; Katagiri admires Aikawa's talent and enthusiasm for playing the trumpet, and Aikawa is struck by Katagiri's grounded treatment of her abilities, as well as her love for music. As their feelings for each other grow stronger, their lives become more complicated with the stress of classes, other relationships, and the last competition of their high school careers drawing near. (STL329345) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
FAVORITE POP IDOL MADE IT BUDOKAN GN VOL 09
(W) Auri Hirao
Forthright and impetuous Eripiyo is the number one stan for Maina, a sidelined member of the underground idol group Cham Jam, lining up for every event and spending a fortune on CDs and fan meetings to support her fave over the years. During a collectible card event, Eripiyo, Kumasa, and Motoi reminisce over how idol fandom has brought them together, even as Kumasa wonders if these halcyon days might be coming to an end. Still, these last few months have been good for Cham Jam especially Maina, whose popularity has grown by leaps and bounds after going viral. But fame has it price, and more fans means fewer chances to spend time with her favorite... a bittersweet blessing that Eripiyo accepts as her lot as a fan. (STL329291) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
I WAS REINCARNATED AS HEROINE VERGE A BAD ENDING GN VOL 01
(W) Kotoko (A) Ikuto Nanase
A dating sim enthusiast wakes up in the body of Reine Waynewright: an adorable otome heroine in a fantasy game! Reine discovers that in this world, she's a lowly F-rank student at the magical Heartfelt Academy, bullied by her classmates and snubbed by her love interests for her lack of talent. Determined to avoid a Bad Ending, Reine resolves to study hard, practice her magic, and pass the exams to increase her rank! If she grinds hard enough, she may be able to change her fate: make new friends, improve herself, and maybe even fall in love along the way! (STL329323) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
LETS EAT TOGETHER AKI AND HARU GN VOL 02
(W) Makoto Taji
Two boys who share a room and love to make and eat dinner together. Aki is in charge of cooking, and Haru is tasked with cleaning up, and despite their personality differences, they come together over their love of food. (STL329292) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 144pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
SWEET FOR SWEETS AND FOREIGNERS GN VOL 02
(W) Marina Sano
Ami Satou works for Cobara, a company that specializes in sweets. While she may be good at sales, her confidence in pretty much everything else is low, which is why she hasn't even thought about dating since college. Instead, she fills up her imagination with romantic scenes from shoujo manga. When she meets Alain Giraud, a handsome, older French man in charge of a new project she's assigned to work on, she begins to struggle to keep that romantic imagination in check... especially with Alain being so overly friendly! Ami keeps reminding herself that it's just because he's French, but will she be able to resist his romantic charm? (STL329294) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $13.99
THIS REINCARNATED COUNTESS TRY ESCAPE HER PRINCE GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Saki Tsukigami (A) Akino Shiina
In the midst of a crowded ballroom, the Countess Sherazade is overcome by a flood of memories. Memories of a past life as an ordinary girl in another world, reading a Teen Love novel about a meek, but kind-hearted young woman from an impoverished noble family who catches the Prince's eye, and then attracts his love. A novel that recounts the story of her own life... or what it will soon become. The only problem is... this story ends with Sherazade as a traumatized and broken shell of herself, and there's no way she's going to sit back and let that happen. At that moment, Shera makes a promise to herself to do whatever it takes to make sure she will never, ever marry the prince! (STL329309) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 160pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
WIZARD (LIGHT NOVEL) SC (MR)
(W) Shi Wu (A) Uri
Tasked with investigating the brutal murder of a dozen people overnight, detective Yuan Feng Liang is surprised when 18 year old Jin Xi Cheng confesses and is sentenced to life in prison. Seven years later another bizarre murder takes place, and the special ops team sent in to investigate simply vanishes. Brought back in to investigate the case, office Liang is asked to speak with someone who may be involved; Jin Xi Cheng. Making an agreement to take responsibility for him, Liang takes Cheng into his custody and learns this young man is more than he first appeared; in fact, he is a powerful wizard. But Cheng doesn't see his abilities as a blessing; to him, they are a curse of his bloodline. Can this unlikely duo find the truth behind these murders? (STL329302) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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Light Novel, SC, 5.8x8.2, 224pgs, B&WSRP: $19.99
MANGA CHARACTER DESIGN SC
(A) Shun Akagi
This all-in-one guide by master manga illustrator Shun Akagi teaches you the basics of figure drawing and character creation from hairstyles and clothing to facial expressions and body poses. You'll then be immersed in the elements needed to bring to your story to life: coloration, light and shadow, angles and perspective, composition and storytelling techniques. Shun offers tutorials in analogue and digital character design covering topics like anatomy and body structure; facial features and expressions; clothing and accessories; composition and narrative techniques as well as detailed case studies covering the full range of challenges faced by manga artists. (STL328699) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
How to Draw, SC, 8x10, 144pgs, FCSRP: $19.99
REAL MUSASHI TRUE STORY OF JAPANS GREATEST WARRIOR GN
(W) Touru Sugita (A) Reiko Taki
Miyamoto Musashi was undefeated throughout his long career as a fighter and became even more famous later in life as the author of The Book of Five Rings, the bible of Japanese military strategy that is still widely read today. This book tells the incredible true story of an enigmatic man who is the most famous warrior in history. The exciting events recounted in this book include: Musashi's first duel at the age of 13 when he succesfully defeated a much older and more experienced swordsman; the dramatic showdown at Ganryujima where Musashi bested his greatest rival, Sasaki Kojiro, and became a living legend throughout Japan; his unparalleled career in fighting 61 duels without ever being defeated; and why and how he wrote The Book of Five Rings later in life, a literary classic that has been read by millions of people. (STL328687) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, B&WSRP: $12.99
RESTAURANT OF MANY ORDERS AND OTHER STORIES MANGA ED (MR)
(W) Kenji Miyazawa (A) Yasuko Sakuno
This charming manga collection presents three modern fables by one of Japan's most gifted authors, the poet and short story writer Kenji Miyazawa. Miyazawa is beloved in Japan, and increasingly abroad, for his masterful storytelling, poetic imagery, and powerful evocation of both the shadow and light of human nature. His world of sentient stars and enchanted forests, presented here in manga form, will appeal to imaginative readers of all ages. The Restaurant of Many Orders follows a pair of confident, self-centered young men on a hunting expedition. After entering a mysterious restaurant, the men are given peculiar orders such as to rub cream on their bodies until they finally realize they themselves are about to become dinner for lurking beasts! Plus, The Wildcat and the Acorns and The Twin Stars. (STL328698) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
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SC, 6x8, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
SOSEKI NATSUMES BOTCHAN MANGA ED (MR)
(W) Soseki Natsume, Makiko Itoh (A) Kaori Okura
Reckless but unfailingly honest, Botchan is the youngest son in a middle-class Tokyo family. Following his graduation from college, he takes a job as a math teacher on the island of Shikoku, far from the city. Thrust into this alien small-town environment, Botchan encounters nothing but trouble from his students and fellow teachers. Among his tormentors are the pompous, two-faced vice-principal; his fawning sidekick the art teacher; the spineless principal; and a pack of brawny, prankster students all of whom seem out to get him. Mayhem ensues, but in the end Botchan prevails through honesty and dogged determination. (STL328697) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
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SC, 6x8, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $14.99
DRAWING MANHWA HOW TO DRAW YOUR WEBTOONS & WEBCOMICS
(W/A) Yakkuk
Follow step-by-step instructions and practice the art of drawing manhwa comics in this how-to book inspired by city life, illustrated by Yakkuk (creator of webtoons and comics such as Unlucky Mansion, A Declaration of Revenge, Kirkegaard and Dhammapada, and The Eve Festival). From basic shapes to shading techniques, readers will learn all of the necessary elements that go into creating captivating manhwa illustrations. There are even full-page illustrations provided for readers to trace and color in. In addition to learning the basics, readers will begin to form their own artistic style and personal drawing techniques, thanks to blank practice spaces. (STL328953) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
How-to-Draw, SC, 5x8, 112pgsSRP: $15.95
BLOOD ON TRACKS GN VOL 17 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Shuzo Oshimi
Seiichi brings Seiko back to his place, and the two of them are under one roof again. But she has lost the will to live after her accident, and Seiichi resigns himself to the task of watching his mother slowly fall apart. Their final conversation unfolds in dream, while Seiichi himself is the object of another dreamer's thoughts. And so the tale finally comes to a close, the horrors of the past relegated to a welcome oblivion. (STL329417) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: No countries actually denied.
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SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&WSRP: $12.95
GIVING DISGRACED NOBLE LADY CRASH COURSE GN VOL 07 (MR)
(W) Sametaro f*ckada (A) Ichiho Katsura
Allen, a powerful sorcerer feared as the Demon King by all in town, wants nothing more than to enjoy his solitary existence, deep in the forest that is, until the day he discovers a young woman unconscious in his neck of the woods and saves her from a band of knights. He soon learns the girl, Charlotte, was betrothed to the prince of the neighboring kingdom before he framed her for vicious crimes and forced her to flee for her safety. Moved by her plight and the pitiful life this disgraced noble had led, Allen stakes his own life on a promise: to give Charlotte a crash course in all that is naughty, and make her the happiest woman in the world! (STL329432) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 186pgs, B&WSRP: $12.95
ORIGIN GN VOL 06
(W/A) Boichi
I know what you really are ! As he demolishes one identical GON-BOT after another, ORIGIN's own body is slowly but surely brought to the brink. But even when the massive GON PRIME bursts onto the scene wielding unimaginable destructive power, ORIGIN exercises his newfound will to prioritize protecting Mai Hirose over his own survival. Physical power isn't everything, though and the knowledge of GON PRIME's true identity might just give ORIGIN the edge he needs! (STL329455) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $12.95
SUZUME GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Makoto Shinkai (A) Amashima Denki
High school junior Suzume runs into a handsome stranger, Souta, who tells her he is looking for a door and asks where he can find ruins in her town. She points him toward a resort that has long fallen past all hope of repair, then thinks better of it and races after him to warn him of the danger of trespassing there. While fruitlessly searching for Souta, Suzume opens a door seemingly to nowhere and finds a starry landscape stretch out on the other side of the frame. Later, at school, she realizes she s the only one who can see an ominous, worm-like colossus emerge from the mountains and rushes back to the ruins where she finds Souta struggling to shut the monster back in the door. Suzume helps Souta close the door on the mythical worm, which is revealed to be the cause of massive earthquakes, never knowing that her involvement would soon leave Souta trapped in the three-legged wooden chair Suzume s late mother crafted for her and send them both on a cross-country race to seal all the worms away and save Japan from devastation. (STL329491) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
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SC, 6x8, 176pgs, B&WSRP: $13.95
TWILIGHT OUT OF FOCUS GN VOL 05 LONG TAKE (MR)
(W) Jyanome
Second-years Mao Tsuchiya and Hisashi Otomo make three promises: 1) That Mao will never tell anyone that Hisashi is gay and has a boyfriend, 2) That Hisashi will never think of Mao 'in that way,' and 3) That they'll always knock before entering, in case someone is having some 'private time.' The two's ground rules should ensure a peaceful life together in their dorm, but life is never as simple as it should be, and some things are not so easily promised. (STL329473) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 250pgs, B&WSRP: $12.95
VIRGIN LOVE GN VOL 04 (MR)
(W/A) Tina Yamashina
Final volume! Shoko seems to be on the brink of finally getting what she's wanted all along when Kei confesses his feelings for her, but deep-seated insecurities and tempting visions of a happy future with Tanaka leave her unsure of what to do. Stuck between her head and her heart, Shoko must make the biggest choice of her life before time runs out on the Love House project and her chance to find Mr. Right. (STL329475) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 192pgs, B&WSRP: $12.95
MY UNIQUE SKILL MAKES ME OP LIGHT NOVEL 06
(W) Nazuna Miki (A/CA) Subachi
Ryota Sato gets the surprise of his life when he's suddenly transported into another world and nearly clobbered at the hands of the young, pretty adventurer Emily Brown. This new world revolves around defeating monsters and profiting off whatever they drop food, money, items, and more. Unfortunately for Ryota, he has no skills to speak of... until he learns he has otherworldly drop luck that brings him never-before-seen items! Suddenly his luck turns around... or does it? (STL329451) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Light Novel, SC, 220pgs, FCSRP: $14.95
LEARN TO DRAW HOOKY SC
(W/A/CA) Miriam Bonastre Tur
With nonstop fun and adventure, Hooky boasts the whimsical illustration style of artist and series creator, M riam Bonastre Tur. Now, with Learn to Draw Hooky, you will learn magical skills while learning to draw Dani, Dorian, Nico, Monica, and other favorite characters from the popular series. (STL329366) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8.5x11, 96pgs, FCSRP: $19.99
OFFICIAL SWEET HOME COLORING BOOK SC
(W/A/CA) Carnby Kim
Based on the popular WEBTOON Originals webcomic, The Official Sweet Home Coloring Book is the perfect coloring companion for fans of the series or those who love monsters and horror characters. Enjoy a hair-raising coloring experience with full-color artwork for inspiration and detailed line illustrations. An unparalleled coloring experience! (STL329365) Scheduled to ship in September 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Coloring Book, SC, 8.5x11, 96pgs, B&WSRP: $19.99
