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O/A CHIODO: DARKWORKS SC by Joe Chiodo Along with Frazetta, Bisley, and Emond, Joe Chiodo was one of the original four cover illustratiors hand-picked by Verotik publisher Glenn Danzig to represent the Verotik look. Chiodo's work outside of Verotik, of course, speaks for itself. Here is a man's work, who dabbled in everything from players at Wildstorm, to DC, Marvel, and Harris. MATURE THEMES SC, 9x12, FC SRP: $24.95
O/A VALKYRIE GOLDEN AGE COLLECTION VOLUME 1 TP by Fred Kida & Joe Chiodo (cover) Continuing Verotik's Golden Age reprint series, comes Valkyrie, Airboy's Nazi Femme Fatale from the '40s. These stories would cost collectors a fortune on the back-issue market, if you could even find them! Now, all of her appearances are collected here in one volume, in their full un-PC glory! (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Germany. SC, 7x10, FC SRP: $14.95
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TEZUKA'S APOLLO'S SONG GN by Osamu Tezuka In a continuing effort to show Western audiences the more literate and adult side of Osamu Tezuka's manga graphic novels, Vertical proudly presents Apollo's Song, the story of Shogo, a troubled young man who has no faith in love. When his misanthropy reaches its peak, he is met by the Goddess of Love, who condemns him to an eternity of heartbreak... (C: 0-1-2) MATURE THEMES SC, 6x9, 544pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95
ARANZI MACHINE GUN VOLUME 1 GN by Aranzi Aronzo What happens when the quirky band of plush mascots created by the Aranzi Aronzo team get together and gallivant about town? Aranzi Machine Gun! Make the mascots with The Cute Book instructions, and find out more about them — where they come from, where they're going, and who their friends are — with the Machine Gun books! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 5x7, 72pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95
TEZUKA'S BUDDHA VOLUME 7: PRINCE AJANTASATTU SC by Osamu Tezuka Prince Ajantasattu, the headstrong young man, must come to terms with a prediction that he will murder his own father. The prince plans instead to assassinate the Buddha, blaming him for making his father believe the "bogus" prophecy. Meanwhile, the Buddha's closest disciple, Devadatta, schemes to use politics to surpass the Buddha in importance. (C: 0-1-2) SC, 400pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95
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TEZUKA'S BUDDHA SC'S by Osamu Tezuka Japanese comics godfather Osamu Tezuka tells the story of Buddha's life like it's never been told before. Entertaining, visually spectacular, and warm, Buddha is the ultimate example of Tezuka's storytelling genius and artistic mastery. The progenitor of manga as we know it, and the inspiration for countless artists, Osamu Tezuka continues to elicit the deepest awe with his sweeping grasp of the human condition. This life of Buddha is one that all ages and persuasions can enjoy! VOL. 1—SC, 6x8, 400pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 VOL. 2: FOUR ENCOUNTERS—SC, 6x8, 416pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 VOL. 3: DEVADATTA (JUL063507)—SC, 6x8, 328pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 VOL. 4: FOREST OF UNVELA (SEP063624)—SC, 6x8, 376pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95 VOL. 5: DEER PARK (NOV063920)—SC, 6x8, 352pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95
TEZUKA'S ODE TO KIRIHITO SC by Osamu Tezuka Dr. Osanai Kirihito has uncovered a fatal medical condition that transforms humans into dog-like beasts. In pursuit of the Monmow Disease, Dr. Kirihito catches the disease himself, and becomes his own patient. Christian dogmas of charity, redemption, and human compassion are put to the ultimate test! (C: 0-1-2) SC, 6x9, 828pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95
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BOOKS WITH PICTURES #4 by Sina Grace Melissa’s in a ratty mood due to a spat with her boyfriend. Jamie won’t have it and sends her to Hi De Ho’s attic. Magic ensues. Plus, to signify an alteration in tone, Jose Villarrubia (The Sentry, Mirror pf Love) contributes astounding cover colors! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $2.95
VIPER COMICS
ODDLY NORMAL: FAMILY REUNION GN by Otis Frampton & Sergio Quijada Oddly Normal is back for more adventures! When Ragnar and Reggie’s father returns home with plans to use Oopie in his scientific experiments, turmoil engulfs Fignation. Only Oddly and the gang can save the day with the help of a mop, some magic and more than a bit of luck! SC, 6x9, 112pgs, FC SRP: $11.95
SIDEKICKIN' ONE-SHOT by Dale Mettam & Drew Moss As a giant robot lays waste to City Hall, only one man can save the day! Buddy Neben, sidekick of Major Hero, champion of Bull City! That’s because Major Hero can’t remember his own name, let alone his secret identity and powers. Can Buddy bring the memory-addled hero up to speed while there’s anything left of City Hall? 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.25
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GUY RITCHIE’S THE GAMEKEEPER #3 Created by Guy Ritchie Written by Andy Diggle Art & Cover by Mukesh Singh Alternate Cover by John Cassaday Brock, the Gamekeeper, stalks the grimy back alleys of Amsterdam with murder on his mind. His prey is responsible for the death of the only man ever to know the secret of Brock's savage past. Now, the only thing standing between hunter and prey is an army of hired killers and a caged dog-fighting pit. But Brock knows animals - and it will take all the skills of the wild to tame this urban jungle... Also available in a Variant Cover edition with art by John Cassaday (also available in a Cassaday Sketch version). MATURE THEMES REGULAR COVER—32pgs, FC $2.99 VARIANT CASSADAY COVER—32pgs, FC $2.99 LTD. SKTECH COVER—32pgs, FC $19.99
SNAKE WOMAN #0—SPECIAL COLLECTOR’S EDITION Created by : Shekhar Kapur Written by : Zeb Wells Art & Cover : Michael Gaydos Only 99 Cents—Perfect Jumping-On Point! Michael Gaydos returns for a prequel to the series he helped launch! Deep in the Kabini Jungle a Snake God slumbers as 68 British soldiers encroach on her temple. See the outrage they commit through the eyes of the diety that experienced it, and learn just why Jessica Peterson was chosen to avenge it! A perfect jumping on point for new readers! MATURE THEMES 32pgs, FC $0.99
DAVE STEWART’S WALK IN # 6 Created by : Dave Stewart Written by : Jeff Parker Art & Cover : Jeff Parker Ian and Astrid bid farewell to Moscow and head back to the UK to see some of the Dream King's old friends. As a cross-country trip becomes curious and curious, it becomes clear that Ian's life won't be returning to normal anytime soon. Or ever. MATURE THEMES 32pgs, FC $2.99
SHEKHAR KAPUR’S DEVI #11 Created by Shekhar Kapur Written by : Saurav Mohapatra Art : Saumin Patel Cover : Sampath Kumar Trapped in a dead-end life, Tara Mehta always suspected that she was destined for something more, something greater. She was right. But being the human manifestation of DEVI, a divine warrior created by the Gods to fight the renegade God Bala, wasn't quite what she had in mind. All things begin, all things end… and then things begin again. Such is the nature of the universe. Tara has passed her first great test as Devi, but asthe harbinger of hope for the entirety of mankind, her work is never done. A new chapter begins in Tara's life as she finds out there is a price to be paid for carrying a Goddess in your head. 32pgs, FC $2.99
DEEPAK CHOPRA PRESENTS: INDIA AUTHENTIC #1—GANESHA Created by : Deepak Chopra Written by : Saurav Mohapatra Art: VIRGIN Cover: VIRGIN For generations, all enterprises in India have been launched with an invocation of His name. He is called the Vinayak - God of Endeavors, Vighneshwar - the Remover of Obstacles. Perhaps the most adored of all in the Indian Pantheon, Ganesha is the God that best represents India - benevolent, wise and noble. Come with us on a journey to witness the origins of a God, a timeless tale of an inanimate golem crafted from primordial clay by Uma, the all-mother. His innocent bravado in defying Shiva, the mightiest of the Gods and even giving up his life to uphold a simple promise he made to his mother, the twist of fate that intertwines his destiny with another and the "rebirth" of the two as they become one. 32pgs, FC $2.99
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Magazines
SHOJO BEAT JULY 2007 VOLUME 3 #7 by Various VIZ Media's monthly manga magazine, Shojo Beat, offers vast quantities of serialized shojo manga appearing in the United States for the first time. In addition to tons of beautiful artwork and compelling storylines from well-known manga creators, Shojo Beat offers quality editorial on Japanese trends, art, news, fashion, and culture, plus interviews, how-tos, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 7x10, 300pgs, PC SRP: $5.99
SHONEN JUMP JULY 2007 #55 by Various THE WORLD'S MOST POPULAR MANGA! One of the world's biggest comics, containing the original manga versions of some of the most popular anime ever made! Each issue includes tons of full-color information about toys, TCGs, CCGs, video games, and anime, plus amazing manga stories! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) SC, 7x10, 368pgs, PC SRP: $4.99
NARUTO COLLECTOR MAGAZINE #3 Naruto Collector is the definitive source for everything related to your favorite ninja, including coverage of the anime, manga, card series, video games, toys and merchandise! In this third issue, you’ll get the lowdown on the entire Bandai Series 5 card list, an exclusive interview with the creator of Naruto, a giant poster, a free "Orochimaru" card from Bandai, and a very special surprise so big, we can’t even tell you about it yet! (C: 1- 1-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. Magazine, 8x11, 96pgs, FC SRP: $9.99
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INU-YASHA MANGA PROFILES by Rumiko Takahashi Here it is, the ultimate source guide for fans of Inu-Yasha! The best-selling manga series from Rumiko Takahashi. Collected in one handy 280-page volume is everything you need to know about Kagome, Inu-Yasha, and the Shikon Jewel. Every character, every plot twist, and every thrilling moment of this popular historical fantasy is presented in a clear and comprehensive manner. Rating: None (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 272pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
Shonen Jump GNs
BLEACH VOLUME 19 TP by Tite Kubo The long-awaited showdown between Ichigo and Byakuya Kuchiki has finally begun. Has Ichigo succeeded in mastering bankai, the highest level of power that a Soul Reaper can attain, to face Byakuya as an equal? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
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BLEACH VOLUMES 1-6 by Tite Kubo It's a fact that 15-year-old high school student Ichigo Kurosaki has always been able to see ghosts. But this ability doesn't change his life nearly as much as his close encounter with Rukia Kuchiki, a shinigami, and member of the mysterious Soul Society, charged with capturing rogue ghosts! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. VOL. 1 (MAR042869)—SC, 5x7, B&W SRP: $7.95 VOL. 2 (MAY042988)—SC, 5x7, B&W SRP: $7.95 VOL. 3 (JUL043278)—SC, 5x7, B&W SRP: $7.95 VOL. 4 (SEP043000)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95 VOL. 5 (NOV043017)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95 VOL. 6 (JAN053047)—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
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DRAGON DRIVE VOL 2 TP by Ken-ichi Sakura Reiji is addicted to Dragon Drive! The only problem is he's not that good, but he's determined to become stronger. When Agent L, a special member of the Dragon Drive staff, shows him a secret training room, Reiji's schoolmates Maiko and Daisuke follow along, only to end up in the game, confronted by two powerful dragons! Reiji comes to the rescue and learns a valuable secret about the true nature of Dragon Drive. Rating: A (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
HOSHIN ENGI VOLUME 1 TP by Ryu Fujisaki When his clan is wiped out by a beautiful demon, young Taikobo finds himself in charge of the mysterious Hoshin Project. Its mission: find all immortals living in the human world and seal them away forever. But who do you trust — and whose side are you really on — when you’ve been trained to hunt demons by a demon? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC VOLUME 20 TP by Masami Kurumada The army of Hades has descended upon Sanctuary, and Athena's Knights face new horrors at every turn. The Gold Knights killed in past battles have returned as undead warriors of Hades. And with them come even more powerful Specters, supernatural beings sent by Hades to enslave the world of the living. Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
NARUTO VOLUME 14 TP by Masashi Kishimoto Their village is under attack, and Naruto, Sakura, and Shikamaru can't stay behind to defend it. They have a top priority mission: to track down Sasuke and the Sand chûnin. But with nine bloodthirsty ninjas on their heels, the hunters have quickly become the hunted! And back at the village, the Third Hokage is still trapped in Orochimaru's impenetrable barrier. Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
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NARUTO NOVEL by Masashi Kishimoto Naruto, a born troublemaker, has the worst grades of anyone at Ninja Academy. But he has big dreams, and swears that some day he'll be a respected warrior and the leader of his village! After barely graduating from the academy, Naruto officially becomes a full- fledged ninja and starts accepting assignments. He's thrilled about embarking on his first big job, a bodyguard mission, but his enthusiasm soon turns to panic when his group is ambushed by the powerful, vicious Demon Brothers. Rating: None (AUG063669) (C: 0- 1-2) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
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YU-GI-OH! DUELIST VOLUME 21 TP by Kazuki Takahashi Only four duelists remain in the running! On the Tower of Alcatraz, Jonouchi faces Marik, the evil Egyptian duelist whose grudge has smoldered for three thousand years. But can Jonouchi fight while he's trapped in a steel cage surrounded by molten lava? And can he overcome the power of Marik's Egyptian God Card, the Sun Dragon Ra? If he wins, he'll get his dream of facing Yugi in the finals. But if he loses, he'll get a one-way ticket to the grave! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
ZOMBIE POWDER VOLUME 4 TP by Tite Kubo A locomotive races across the desert, with a human body fused to the engine… the body of Wolfina's brother Emilio, one of the "hosts" of a Ring of the Dead! With no help in sight, Wolfina fights alone to save her brother from a fate worse than death. But can anything get the ring from Emilio's body? At the end of the line is a woman who might have the answer… or might just have a lot of sharp cutting implements! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
Shonen Jump Advanced GNs
BUSO RENKIN VOLUME 6 TP by Nobuhiro Watsuki Kazuki and Tokiko find themselves face-to-face with the legendary traitor of the Alchemist Warriors. The traitor, Victor, has a black kakugane for a heart, giving him the ability to drain energy from any humans in the area and increase his own strength. Then Kazuki discovers that he too has a black kakugane inside him. A fierce battle ensues, pitting the two owners of the rare black kakugane against one another! Rating: T+ (C: 1- 0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
CLAYMORE VOLUME 8 TP by Norihiro Yagi Clare's battle with the awakened Ophelia ends with a surprising request from Ophelia. Ominous signs begin to emerge as Clare searches for Raki. Not only are the usually solitary Yoma joining forces, they appear to be preparing for battle. More mysteriously, Clare is taken captive by a male Awakened Being and held in a dungeon with other Claymores. Who are her captors, and what do they want? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
EYESHIELD 21 VOLUME 14 TP by Riichiro Inagaki & Yusuke Murata The Devil Bats' game against the Poseidons has begun! Besides a huge size advantage, the Poseidons boast "the High Wave," a powerful attack that threatens to wipe out all opposition. Mid-game, the Devil Bats' quarterback decides that it's time to unveil a new counterattack, but will it be enough to stop the team's slide into defeat? Rating: T+ (C: 1- 0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99
Shojo GNs
ANGEL SANCTUARY VOLUME 20 GN by Kaori Yuki In this final volume, Setsuna and the high angels have entered the Tower of Etenamenki and approached the throne of God. There they find all secrets revealed, the reason for the creation of angels and demons, the origins of the two wars of Heaven and Hell, and the real whereabouts of Adam Kadamon. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
BOYS OVER FLOWERS VOLUME 24 TP by Yoko Kamio Tsukushi has been unconscious for two days and wakes up in Tsukasa's cousin's home! This terrifying man saved her life... and now he's courting her! Tsukasa doesn't seem to know anything about this mysterious cousin who so closely resembles him. What is the secret this strange cousin is harboring, and why does he hate Tsukasa so much? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
HANA KIMI VOLUME 18 GN by Hisaya Nakajo Under his father's disapproving eyes, Sano faces his own brother in a high-jump competition! Then, a schoolwide treasure hunt turns into a grudge match between Kayashima and his self-proclaimed rival, Modoru the onmyôji, a traditional Japanese occultist. Will psychic powers or black magic prevail? Modoru has something else on his side: the power of cuteness! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
Shojo Beat GNs
BACKSTAGE PRINCE VOLUME 2 TP by Kanoko Sakurakoji There's trouble brewing behind the kabuki curtain. Ryusei's dad doesn't want anything — or anyone — distracting his son from his chosen profession. It's no secret that he disapproves of Ryusei's romance with Akari. Now he's determined to sabotage their relationship any way he can! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
BEAUTY POP VOLUME 4 TP by Kiyoko Arai Kiri steps in to help the injured Narumi in a Scissors Project beauty battle. But before Kiri can complete her magic, reminders of an incident in her past make her too fearful to continue with the cut. Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
CAIN SAGA VOLUME 5 PART 2 TP by Kaori Yuki The death of Cain's would-be fiancée Emeline was only the beginning of the Lauderdale family troubles. And just as Cain is drawn deeper into the family's mysteries, his own sister Mary disappears! All roads lead to a dark battle between brothers when Cain comes face-to-face with the devious Disraeli, who is intent on finally adding Cain's watchful eyes to his loathsome collection. Rating: M (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
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FUSHIGI YUGI GENBU KAIDEN VOLUMES 1-5 by Yuu Watase This exciting prequel to VIZ's best-selling fantasy series Fushigi Yugi tells the story of the very first priestess of "The Four Gods"— the Priestess of Genbu! When schoolgirl Takiko Okuda attempts to destroy her father's translation of "The Universe of the Four Gods," she is instead literally sucked intor the story, becoming the Priestess of Genbu in an epic journey to find the seven Celestial Warriors! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. VOL. 1 (APR053262)—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 VOL. 2 (AUG053313)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 VOL. 3 (DEC053383)—SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 VOL. 4 (APR063466)—SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99 VOL. 5 (AUG063676)—SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
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GENTLEMEN'S ALLIANCE VOLUME 2 TP by Arina Tanemura Haine has been introduced to the entire academy as "Platinum," the title granted to Shizumasa's (albeit fake) girlfriend. Haine must now adapt to her newfound popularity among the students, as well as get along with the jealous Maguri Tsujimiya, the boy Shizumasa jilted in favor of her! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
NANA VOLUME 6 TP by Ai Yazawa Nana Osaki's band Blast is taking off in a big way: from sold-out club dates to a record label waving a contract at them. But the Trapnest menace still lurks, stealing away everything she cares for. And now her trusty sidekick Nana K. is being lured away by Trapnest bassist Takumi. But this time, Nana O. won't give up without a fight! Rating: T+ NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
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PUNCH VOLUME 1 GN by Rie Takada Though Elle wants nothing to do with fighting, her grandfather has different ideas and betrothes her to an up-and-coming boxer from his own gym. She hates the idea and doesn't want to marry him. One day she meets a handsome street brawler who intrigues her, but her jealous fiancé finds out and goes after the guy! What will happen when a trained boxer goes a couple rounds with a scrappy street fighter? Rating: T+ (AUG063679) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
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YURARA VOLUME 1 TP by Chika Shiomi Yurara Tsukinowa is a quiet girl who can see spirits and sense their emotions. Not wanting to seem abnormal, she hides her secret until she meets Mei Tendo and Yako Hoshino, two guys who use their spiritual powers to ward off vengeful spirits. The dormant guardian spirit in Yurara arises and a strong-willed beauty with the power to release souls emerges! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
TAIL OF THE MOON VOLUME 5 TP by Rinko Ueda Usagi is reunited with Hanzo, but Usagi's bliss abruptly ends when Hanzo's sister Suzune pays a visit and starts throwing ninja stars at the happy couple! Suzune won't accept Usagi as a potential sister-in-law if she can't evade her deadly attacks. Can Usagi survive Suzune's ninja offensive? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99
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1 WORLD MANGA PASSAGES VOLUMES 1-6 TP by Annette Roman & Leandro Ng Teenage martial artist Rei’s trainer is a real animal! In fact, Rei never knows what animal he's going to turn into next! On six quests, Rei confronts the biggest crises facing our planet—from wars fought by children to global warming to AIDS. En route, he wrestles a jaguar, blushes around girls, battles a shark, babysits, exposes corrupt officials, consorts with tapirs, arrests environmental terrorists—and even transforms himself…into a girl! Ewww! Rating: None (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 240pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
INUBAKA: CRAZY FOR DOGS VOLUME 3 TP by Yukiya Sakuragi Could Suguri's Lupin really share a psychic bond with the pet store manager? Suguri gets a second job at night, and her work performance at the pet store starts to suffer due to her lack of sleep. Then she and her coworker Chizuru come across a shady pet shop with a lot of sick dogs, and they're determined to find out what's going on! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
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BATTLE ANGEL ALITA LAST ORDER VOLUMES 1-8 by Yukito Kishiro Master manga creator Yukito Kishiroi brings back his most celebrated character, cyborg sweetheart Battle Angel Alita! If you're a longtime fan, prepare to meet Kishiro's latest bevy of bizarre and tormented characters, as well as revisit many of your favorite friends and foes in a post-apocalyptic universe where nothing is as it seems. Rating T+ (C: 1-0- 0) NOTE: Available worldwide. VOL. 1 (STAR19359)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 VOL. 2 (STAR19805)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 VOL. 3 (DEC032740)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 VOL. 4 (JUL043276)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 VOL. 5—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95 VOL. 6 (AUG053271)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 7 (MAR063485)—SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99 VOL. 8 (SEP063647)—SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
HAYATE COMBAT BUTLER VOLUME 1 TP by Kenjiro Hata Hardworking Hayate has a plan to pay back the yakuza, who are now the legal owners of his vital organs: he'll kidnap someone and ransom them for a mountain of money! But things get tricky when his would-be kidnappee is the daughter of a wealthy family. She mistakes Hayate's actions for a confession of love, and hires him to be her personal servant. At least his employment future is secure, or so he thinks! Rating: T+ (AUG063685) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
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INU-YASHA ANI-MANGA VOLUME 21 GN by Rumiko Takahashi Tsubaki flees to the ancient temple where she trained as a youth. Momiji and Boton, two naïve priestesses trained by the same priest who once trained Tsubaki, believe her when she claims she's being pursued by an "evil demon" and set out to confront Inuyasha and the others. The two guardians of the temple now gone, Tsubaki reveals the true reason she's returned: an evil power that's been sealed away for generations! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0- 0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 216pgs, FC SRP: $11.99
LAW OF UEKI VOLUME 6 TP by Tsubasa Fukuchi Could it be true? The tournament takes a surprising turn when Ueki finds out that he and his archrival Robert Haydn are both Celestials. With this knowledge comes new rules, new powers and a whole different outlook on the game. It's not just about trash anymore! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
O PARTS HUNTER VOLUME 4 TP by Seishi Kishimoto His prized O-Part Zero-shiki now busted in two, Jio and Ball strike out to locate the only man who can help them: the O-Parts appraiser Kirin. But when they arrive at Kirin's abode, a cotton candy-like canine greets them instead. Is Kirin, a being so feared for his strength that even the Stea government won't bother him, in fact just a puffy pooch? And will Jio and Ruby ever be reunited? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
ZATCH BELL VOLUME 13 GN by Makoto Raiku Newly arrived in the jungles of South America, Kiyo, Zatch, and their friends dive into battle with Milordo-Z's cabal of revived 1,000-year-old mamodo. Though these ancient warriors boast frightening powers and spells, Zatch and Kanchomé are reluctant to do harm to the mamodo and their brainwashed book owners. Can Zatch be victorious if he keeps holding back? And what's this... Will Ponygon finally find a partner? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
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GOLGO 13 VOLUME 9 GN by Takao Saito 1983, New York: When an investigator looking into a shady corporate acquisition is run down, his grandfather hires Golgo, but the old man is no armchair spectator to revenge! Then, flash back to early in G13's career: It's 1972, and Golgo has just broken two of his own rules. He's seeing a client again because of the other broken rule: he failed to carry out the job! Rating: M (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
NAOKI URASAWA'S MONSTER VOLUME 9 TP by Naoki Urasawa When a curious children's book causes a disturbing reaction in Johan, it may provide an ideal opportunity for Tenma to fire a well-aimed sniper shot. Could this odd book created by an obscure Czech writer also be the key to unlocking more about Johan's enigmatic past? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
DRIFTING CLASSROOM VOLUME 6 TP by Kazuo Umezu As a plague spreads through the school, the students continue to fight one another with their last dregs of strength! Will they choose a slow death from disease, or a violent death at the hands of their own classmates? Then, the students run out of water, and Sho and his friends must venture once more into the wasteland, where rusted ships lie beached forever in the desert that used to be the sea! Rating: M (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide. MATURE THEMES SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99