DIGITAL MANGA DISTRIBUTION
OCT201706
KIMAGURE ORANGE ROAD OMNIBUS GN VOL 06 (C: 1-1-2)
(W/A/CA) Izumi Matsumoto
Talking statues and lingering love-triangles might meet their match if Kyosuke
musters the spirit to stand tall! With everyone's future in the balance, will he heed
history's warning and head in the direction of everlasting happiness…or is another
disaster waiting in the wings (or a forgotten well)?
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL169520) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Japan.
SC, 6x8, 562pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95
OCT201707
TWITTERING BIRDS NEVER FLY GN VOL 04 LTD ED (MR) (C: 1-1-2)
(W/A/CA) Kou Yoneda
Yashiro is the young leader of Shinseikai and the president of the Shinseikai Enterprise, but like so many powerful men, he leads a double life as a deviant and a masochist. Chikara Doumeki comes to work as a bodyguard for him and, although Yashiro had decided that he would never lay a hand on his own men, he finds there's something about Doumeki that he can't resist. Yashiro makes advances toward Doumeki, but Doumeki has mysterious reasons for denying. Yashiro, who abuses his power just to abuse himself, and Doumeki, who faithfully obeys his every command, begin the tumultuous affair of two men with songs in their hearts and no wings to fly.
For readers ages 18 and up. (STL169521) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Japan.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95
OCT201708
O/A TWITTERING BIRDS NEVER FLY GN VOL 01 (MR) (C: 1-0-0)
(W/A/CA) Kou Yoneda
The sexually masochistic yakuza boss, Yashiro, isn't the type to warm up to others easily. But when Chikara Doumeki, his newly hired bodyguard, catches his interest, he reconsiders his "hands-off" policy with subordinates. As Yashiro's invitations fail, the yakuza boss finds out his bodyguard has a very personal reason for staying at arm's length.
Yakuza themed books are always popular yaoi fan community. It's dark. It's sad. Sexy and interesting at the same time. This book is so emotional and deep. It's rated 5 out of 5 in every review sites in Japan. The Japanese edition of volume 2 is slated at the end of 2013. And volume 3 is planned for spring of 2014 in Japan. This is a big acquisition for DMP and yaoi community is looking forward to a big release. (STK648492) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Japan.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x8, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
OCT201709
O/A TWITTERING BIRDS NEVER FLY GN VOL 02 (MR) (C: 1-0-0)
(W/A/CA) Kou Yoneda
Young and powerful Yashiro can't stay out of trouble long enough to catch his breath. Will a brand-new bodyguard give this hot-headed pervert a taste of the calm he's never known...or will mayhem erupt as other gangsters take note? Twittering Birds Never Fly pulses with the energy of passionate men who won't take "no" for an answer! In a world where contracts are signed with blood, can a fragile friendship take root and grow into love? (STK659199) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Japan.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
OCT201710
O/A TWITTERING BIRDS NEVER FLY GN VOL 03 (MR) (C: 1-0-0)
(W/A/CA) Kou Yoneda
After surviving an attempt on his life, masochist mob boss Yashiro finds himself being cared for by his deeply devoted bodyguard, Doumeki. As the line between their personal and professional relationship continues to blur, other members of their syndicate scramble to assert their power. Will the feelings they potentially harbor for one another provide them a moment of repose… or will it only bring about more conflict? (STL022734) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Japan.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
GHOST SHIP
OCT201711
DESTINY LOVERS GN VOL 05 (C: 0-1-2)
Fujishiro and the other virgins have finally escaped the prison and its voluptuous gaolers. But that was all by the Warden's design, for now it's time to move on to Stage Two of her deadly game. Blue water, white sands, and beautfiul girls in swimsuits -- now the captives are stranded on a tropical island with no way way, and the girls are more determined than ever to steal their virginity! (STL153924) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201712
PARALLEL PARADISE GN VOL 04 (C: 0-1-2)
When Yata and the girls journey to the ocean town of Reel, they're hopign to find answers. Instead, the town's local god deals a shocking blow to their plans by revealing that the jealous god is already dead. But then a mysterious girl appears on the beach, her hands stained red with blood, and her arrival will reveal new clues that guide Yata toward the ultimate truth! (STL167244) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201713
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 12 (C: 0-1-2)
Deep within the walls of the Divine Dragon Cave, the girls of Yurogi-sou are running into trouble! The cave's resident, a powerful dragon god, wants them all for wives! And when he sees Obara rush to protect a beat-up Kagorashi, he flies into a jealous rage and prepares to unleash his final attack! And then, in order to free Koragoshi from an evil spirit's death curse, the girls have to -- WHAT?! What's this about panties? (STL167247) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201714
WELCOME TO SUCCUBUS HIGH GN VOL 02 (C: 0-1-2)
Inubou Takeru is doing his best to fit in with his clasmates, but when he's the only male at a school full of succubi, blending in is impossible. His classmates single him out for humiliating lessons on male biology and behavior, and he's running out of excuses to tell his sister and the girl he likes. The succubi want to learn all about boys, and Takeru's only choice isn't much of one -- play along or be expelled! (STL153928) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
STARS OF THE MONTH
OCT201715
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Tadahiro Miura
Homeless and haunted by ghosts, high schooler Kogarashi thinks his luck has finally turned when he finds Yuragi-sou a cheap boarding house that was formerly a hot springs inn, now full of super-sexy, scantily-clad female tenants. If Kogarashi can use his spirit abilities to banish the ghost that haunts the inn, he can even live there rent-free! But when the ghost, a beautiful teenage girl named Yuuna, appears before him, Kogarashi takes pity on her and is suddenly not so sure about the exorcism. Will he help save Yuuna from becoming an evil spirit? And what supernatural secrets do the other boarders hold? (STL071099) (DEC171792)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 190pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201716
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Tadahiro Miura
Homeless and haunted by ghosts, high schooler Kogarashi thinks his luck has finally turned when he finds Yuragi-sou-a cheap boarding house that was formerly a hot springs inn, now full of super-sexy, scantily-clad female tenants. If Kogarashi can use his spirit abilities to banish the ghost that haunts the inn, he can even live there rent-free! But when the ghost, a beautiful teenage girl named Yuuna, appears before him, Kogarashi takes pity on her and is suddenly not so sure about the exorcism. Will he help save Yuuna from becoming an evil spirit? And what supernatural secrets do the other boarders hold?
Older Teen Readers. (STL071100) (FEB181776)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 183pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201717
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 03 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Tadahiro Miura
Homeless and haunted by ghosts, high schooler Kogarashi thinks his luck has finally turned when he finds Yuragi-sou-a cheap boarding house that was formerly a hot springs inn, now full of super-sexy, scantily-clad female tenants. If Kogarashi can use his spirit abilities to banish the ghost that haunts the inn, he can even live there rent-free! But when the ghost, a beautiful teenage girl named Yuuna, appears before him, Kogarashi takes pity on her and is suddenly not so sure about the exorcism. Will he help save Yuuna from becoming an evil spirit? And what supernatural secrets do the other boarders hold?
Older Teen Readers. (STL071101) (APR182102)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 193pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201718
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 04 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Tadahiro Miura
Homeless and haunted by ghosts, high schooler Kogarashi thinks his luck has finally turned when he finds Yuragi-sou, a cheap boarding house that was formerly a hot springs inn, now full of super sexy, scantily clad female tenants. If Kogarashi can use his spirit abilities to banish the ghost that haunts the inn, he can even live there rent-free! But when the ghost, a beautiful teenage girl named Yuuna, appears before him, Kogarashi takes pity on her and is suddenly not so sure about the exorcism. Will he help save Yuuna from becoming an evil spirit? And what supernatural secrets do the other boarders hold?
Older Teen Readers. (STL088083) (AUG182568)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 190pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201719
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 05 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Tadahiro Miura
NEW STUDENTS, SAME TROUBLE!
Oboro's always had an eye for Kogarashi, and she's dialing up her seduction to eleven: She'll try everything from dressing up as an idol singer to crashing his school for some hardcore flirtation! She's not the only new student, either. A certain familiar lady ninja is about to get added to the rolls! It's a whirlwind of new developments at the Yuragi-sou inn, involving everything from Halloween costumes to giant flying cats. It's tough work being the only guy at a boarding house full of paranormal beauties! (STL098912) (DEC182380)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201720
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 06 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Tadahiro Miura
Homeless and haunted by ghosts, high schooler Kogarashi thinks his luck has finally turned when he finds Yuragi-sou–a cheap boarding house that was formerly a hot springs inn, now full of super sexy, scantily clad female tenants. If Kogarashi can use his spirit abilities to banish the ghost that haunts the inn, he can even live there rent-free! But when the ghost, a beautiful teenage girl named Yuuna, appears before him, Kogarashi takes pity on her and is suddenly not so sure about the exorcism. Will he help save Yuuna from becoming an evil spirit? And what supernatural secrets do the other boarders hold?
Older Teen Readers. (STL110907) (APR192109)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 190pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201721
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 07 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Miura Tadahiro
The hero's party is off to the water capital, Cloudburst, in order to contract with more powerful spirits. It's a big endeavor, and they may have bitten off more than they can chew, but not to worry--priest Ares Crown is not far behind, and this time he's got powerful mercenaries with him! One way or another, he'll keep the hero safe, even if it means following the party to the bottom of the ocean!
For Ages 16 And Up (STL119976) (AUG192402)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201722
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 08 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Tadahiro Miura
Homeless and haunted by ghosts, high schooler Kogarashi thinks his luck has finally turned when he finds Yuragi-sou-a cheap boarding house that was formerly a hot springs inn, now full of super sexy, scantily clad female tenants. If Kogarashi can use his spirit abilities to banish the ghost that haunts the inn, he can even live there rent-free! But when the ghost, a beautiful teenage girl named Yuuna, appears before him, Kogarashi takes pity on her and is suddenly not so sure about the exorcism. Will he help save Yuuna from becoming an evil spirit? And what supernatural secrets do the other boarders hold? (STL138330) (OCT192239)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201723
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 09 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Tadahiro Miura
Karura has kidnapped Fuyuzora Kogarashi and case a spell on him to force him into marriage! Can Yuuna use her poltergeist powers to break through her restraints and stop the ceremony? Later, Kogarashi prepares for White Day, his chance to repay all the chocolates he received from those at Yuragi-sou and school. Will his presents have them head over heels?
For readers 16 years and up. (STL144090) (FEB202150)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 194pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201724
YUUNA & HAUNTED HOT SPRINGS GN VOL 10 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Miura Tadahiro
Kogoroshi and the others are on a mission to explore the Seven wonders of Yukemori High School! First up: a mysterious staircase that always seems to show girls' underwear. What strange powers are at play here? Then the gang takes off on a seaside adventure, exploring a secluded oceanside hot spring where Matoro and Norika prepare to finally throw down! (STL144089) (JUN201492)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201725
DESTINY LOVERS GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Kazutaka (A/CA) Kai Tomohiro
PRISONER OF LUST
Long ago, Fujishiro Kosuke declared his love to his childhood friend, Sayaka-chan. But his pledge to save his first sexual experience for her takes a shocking turn when he's suddenly abducted and thrown into a secret prison run by beautiful women in fetish gear. His seductive kidnappers will use every kink at their disposal to try to rob Kosuke of his virginity. Who are these women, and why are they trying to break Kosuke's solemn promise to Sayaka-chan? (STL129173) (SEP192163)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201726
DESTINY LOVERS GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W) Kazutaka (A/CA) Kai Tomohiro
TOO HOT TO HANDLE
Abducted off the street, Kosuke is whisked away to a mysterious prison where every single warden is a totally smoking hot babe! What's more, all those jailers will do anything they can to tempt Kosuke and his fellow inmates to throw away their virginity. It's the ultimate battle of the sexes, where giving in to your desires just might mean deadly consequences. How will the inmates withstand a freezing cold night, when the warmth of passion is less than an arm's reach away? (STL138331) (NOV192038)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201727
DESTINY LOVERS GN VOL 03 (MR)
(W) Kazutaka (A/CA) Kai Tomohiro
Long ago, Fujishiro Koskue promised to save himself for his childhood friend, Sayaka-chan. But when Kosuke finds himself kidnapped and held hostage in a mysterious prison, he's stunned to discover its voluptuous wardens are only after one thing: his body. He's going to have to fight to keep that promise, and the consequences could be deadly!
For mature readers. (STL144080) (FEB202148)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201728
PARALLEL PARADISE GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Lynn Okamoto
A women's world of swords and sorcery just summoned their only human man — a bewildered student from Earth! Tada Youta, a seemingly normal young man with a background in martial arts, has his life upended when a terrifying creature drags him into another world. He's shocked to find himself in a land with castles and dragons and colored moons in the sky, where the only humans who roam are women! Not only is Youta the first man in this world for centuries, but his touch can activate a powerful desire within the women around him. Guided into this strange new land by a beautiful paladin, Youta is about to embark on his ultimate fantasy adventure! Creator Lynn Okamoto, a veteran of the industry, is also known for the manga and anime series Brynhildr in the Darkness and Elfen Lied. (STL135800) (JAN202134)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201729
PARALLEL PARADISE GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Lynn Okamoto
Alone in a fantastical world, Yota continues forging friendships with the girls who defend the village of Meese. When a strange god reveals to him that the planet's female inhabitants are cursed to die young, Yota learns he has two options: either cleep with every girls who bears the curse or kill the god who cursed them!
For mature readers. (STL144083) (FEB202149)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
KODANSHA COMICS
OCT201730
FAIRY TAIL BOX SET VOL 01 (C: 1-0-0)
(W) Hiro Mashima (A/CA) Atsuo Ueda
Your instant Fairy Tail manga collection! This stylish box includes volumes 1 through 11 of the magical shonen adventure that became an anime megahit, plus a special bonus item. Lucy is a young, rebellious celestial wizard with a dream: to join Fairy Tail, the world's most rambunctious and powerful magical guild! When she happens to meet one of Fairy Tail's top wizards, he turns out to be not quite what she expected: a slob traveling with a flying cat. But the promise of adventure is real, and together they escape from pirates and a devious magician! Their next task: to steal a book from the evil wizard-killing Duke Everlue, and outsmart his death trap. Eccentric new friends join along the way in this lushly-drawn modern classic! (STL128381) (JUL192509) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 8x5, 2080pgs, B&W SRP: $120.89
OCT201731
MAGIC KNIGHT RAYEARTH 25TH ANN BOX SET VOL 01 (C: 1-0-0)
(W/A/CA) Clamp
The tale of three Tokyo teenagers who cross through a magical portal and become the champions of another world is a modern manga classic. This box set includes three volumes of manga covering the entire first series of Magic Knight Rayearth, plus the series’s super-rare full-color art book companion, all printed at a larger size than ever before, on premium paper featuring a newly-revised translation and lettering, and exquisite foil-stamped covers. This limited-edition hardcover box set contains the complete first arc of CLAMP’s masterwork Magic Knight Rayearth, with a new translation, new designs, and a color art book, all at a super-large size with gold foil. The centerpiece of any CLAMP collection! (STL134989) (SEP192328) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 7x10, 624pgs, B&W SRP: $129.99
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OCT201732
BLUE PERIOD GN VOL 02 (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Tsubasa Yamaguchi
Winner of the 2020 Manga Taisho Grand Prize! A manga about the struggles and rewards of a life dedicated to art. The studious Yatora leaves a dry life of study and good manners behind for a new passion: painting. But untethering yourself from all your past expectations is dangerous as well as thrilling…
Yatora is the perfect high school student, with good grades and lots of friends. It’s an effortless performance, and, ultimately…a dull one. But he wanders into the art room one day, and a lone painting captures his eye, awakening him to a kind of beauty he never knew. Compelled and consumed, he dives in headfirst—and he’s about to learn how savage and unforgiving art can be! (STL168546) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201733
WITCH HAT ATELIER GN VOL 07 (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Karmome Shirahama
A beautifully-illustrated story about a girl who longs for magic in her life and learns that, on the inside, she already is what she wishes she could be. Reminiscent of Studio Ghibli, this lushly-drawn story was voted one of the top 10 manga of the year in 2018 by the Japanese manga industry.
In a world where everyone takes wonders like magic spells and dragons for granted, Coco is a girl with a simple dream: She wants to be a witch. But everybody knows magicians are born, not made, and Coco was not born with the gift for magic. She’s resigned to her un-magical life, until a traveling magician passes through her village, and Coco learns what what everybody “knows” might not be the truth. (STL168558) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201734
BEYOND CLOUDS GN VOL 03 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Nicke
A boy with a talent for machines and a mysterious girl with a broken wing will take you past the ordinary. One part Final Fantasy, one part Studio Ghibli, Beyond the Clouds is a gorgeous tale about the longing of young hearts for adventure and friendship!
Young Theo works as a mechanic, putting his knack for machines to use in the industrialized city where he lives. But when he finds an injured, amnesiac a girl with wings, his life changes forever. Her name is Mia, and although Theo’s talents make quick work of repairing her injured wing, their quest to find her home will take them beyond the clouds and further than they would ever have imagined. (STL161018) (C: 0-1-1)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXX #7 (JUL201604)
SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201735
BOARDING SCHOOL JULIET GN VOL 13 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Yousuke Kaneda
The Romeo and Juliet high school rom-com manga that inspired the anime! Rival dorms on an extravagant island campus fight a schoolyard war, but can two star-crossed lovers keep their budding relationship a secret?
On the fair island campus of Dahlia, the student body is split into two rival dorms: The Black Dog House of the eastern nation of Touwa, and the White Cats House of the West. Despite his doting childhood friend and a loyal posse, the first-year leader of the Black Dogs, Romeo Inuzuka, has one big teenage problem: He has a crush on Juliet Persia, the first-year leader of the White Cats! With her own brainiac right-hand man and a powerful crew behind her, the cutthroat Juliet thinks she has no time for misadventures with a hopeless romantic like Romeo. When Romeo meets Juliet one fateful twilight, he thinks he has a shot at love…but is this secret affair really worth dying for?! (STL161019) (C: 0-1-1)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXX #7 (JUL201605)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99
OCT201736
LIFE LESSONS WITH URAMICHI ONIISAN GN VOL 02 (MR) (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Gaku Kuze
How did the cynical Uramichi end up hosting a TV show for small children? And how long is the studio going to let him keep teaching the kids the sorrow and exhaustion of life instead of, say, the ABCs? This dark comedy manga started as a webcomic and became a bestseller across Japan—with an anime coming soon!
Uramichi is a 31-year old children’s TV host who leads physical exercises and teaches life lessons colored by one main theme: adulthood sucks. Alongside mascots played by a couple of bushy-tailed millennials, and a singing duo whose music embodies the notion of being kicked while you’re down, Uramichi wades through the misery of working life, one sardonic comment at a time… (STL168550) (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $17.99
OCT201737
LOVE AND LIES GN VOL 10 (MR) (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Musao Tsumugi
“Love is forbidden. When you turn 16, the government will assign your marriage partner.” This dystopian manga about teen love and defiance is a sexy, funny, and dramatic new hit!
Yukari is dull. He doesn’t even stand out enough to be bullied - he’s just a generally lower-middle-class kid. He’s in love with Misaki, the most popular girl in school. There’s just one problem: He’s 15, one year away from receiving his government-assigned marriage partner. He normally wouldn’t have the courage to defy the law, but his sickly classmate Ririna still believes in love, and won’t stop goading him into confessing his feelings! (STL168551) (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201738
SHIKIMORIS NOT JUST A CUTIE GN VOL 02 (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Keigo Maki
Shikimori seems like the perfect girlfriend: cute, fun to be around, sweet when she wants to be…but she has a cool dark side that comes out under the right circumstances. And her boyfriend Izumi loves to be around when that happens! A fun and funny high school romance with a sassy twist perfect for fans of Nagatoro-san and Komi Can’t Communicate!
Shikimori and Izumi are high school sweethearts. They hold hands walking home from school, they flirt in the halls, they tease each other. But Shikimori knows what she wants, and how to get it, and she can turn from cutie to cool in an instant. (STL168563) (C: 0-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201739
WAVE LISTEN TO ME GN VOL 05 (MR) (C: 1-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Hiroaki Samura
From the legendary creator of Blade of the Immortal comes something completely different: the wild ride of one disgruntled young woman down the rapids of talk radio!
Minare thought she was just venting to a stranger when she told a guy at a bar about her man troubles. It turns out that man works at a radio station, and the next day she’s shocked to hear her grumbling broadcast on the air! She storms the station in a rage, only to be duped into joining a talk show, and her acid tongue makes her into an instant star! (STL168564) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201740
WITCH AND BEAST GN VOL 03 (MR) (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Kousuke Satake
Dive into Kousuke Satake’s suave and explosive manga debut, about powerful women good and evil, featuring a story of vengeance in a stylish, art-deco urban wonderland that’s one part Fullmetal Alchemist and one part Cowboy Bebop.
Ashaf: a soft-spoken man with delicate features, a coffin strapped to his back, and an entourage of black crows. Guideau: a feral, violent girl with long fangs and the eyes of a beast. This ominous pair appear one day in a town in thrall to a witch—a ruler with magic coursing through her tattooed body, who has convinced the townsfolk she’s their hero. But Ashaf and Guideau know better. They live by one creed: “Wherever a witch goes, only curses and disasters follow.” They have scores to settle, and they won’t hesitate to remove anyone in their way, be it angry mob or army garrison.
A dark fairytale set in a steampunk world of magic and monsters, The Witch and the Beast will entice and entrap manga readers looking for their next fantasy action fix! (STL168557) (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201741
YURI IS MY JOB GN VOL 07 (MR) (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Miman
The new, hilarious yuri comedy! Hime gets roped into working at a weird café where the waitresses pretend to be students at an all-girl boarding school. She’s strangely taken with her partner Mitsuki, who’s so kind to her in front of the customers. There’s just one problem…Mitsuki really can’t stand her!
Hime is a picture-perfect high school princess—she’s admired by all and never trips up! So when she accidentally injures a café manager named Mai, she’s willing to cover some shifts to keep her facade intact. To Hime’s surprise, the café is themed after a private school where the all-female staff always puts on their best act for their loyal customers. However, under the guidance of the most graceful girl there, Hime can’t help but blush and blunder! Beneath all the frills and laughter, Hime feels tension brewing as she finds out more about her new job and her budding feelings… (STL168559) (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201742
ATTACK ON TITAN GN VOL 32 (MR) (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Isayama Hajime
The blockbuster action manga that inspired the epic anime stampedes towards its climax!
The saga of humanity and the predatory Titans edges closer to its thrilling conclusions. The mysteries of the Titans are being revealed…who will escape death at the hands of giants and human beings?
Story Locale: The post-apocalyptic future
Series Overview: Humanity has been devastated by the bizarre, giant humanoids known as the Titans. Little is known about where they came from or why they are bent on consuming humanity. For the past century, what’s left of mankind has hidden in a giant, three-walled city. Now, a young boy consumed with rage displays a strange ability: The power to transform into a Titan! Is this the lucky break humanity needs to survive? (STL168560) (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99
OCT201743
DRIFTING DRAGONS GN VOL 07 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Taku Kuwabara
Take to the skies with the scrappy crew of the airship Quin Zaza, as they hunt the fantastical giants that rule their world…DRAGONS!
The daily routine aboard an airborne draking vessel springs to vivid life in this exquisitely crafted tale in the tradition of the lush, transporting fantasy of Hayao Miyazaki. Part travelogue, part imaginary cookbook, and part otherworldly slice of life, Drifting Dragons tells the stories of the Quin Zaza and the colorful band of misfits that makes up her crew. (STL168561) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201744
EDENS ZERO GN VOL 10 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Hiro Mashima
It’s here! The creator of Fairy Tail, manga superstar Hiro Mashima, is back with a high-flying space adventure! All the steadfast friendship, crazy fighting, and blue cats you’ve come to expect… IN SPACE!
A young boy gazes up at the sky and sees a streaming bolt of light. The friendly, armor-clad being at his side tells him gently, “That’s a dragon.” The fact that he’s joking isn’t important. What’s important is the look of wonder on the boy’s face… and the galaxy-spanning adventure that’s about to take place! Join Hiro Mashima (Fairy Tail, Rave Master) once more as he takes to the stars for another thrilling saga! (STL168547) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99
OCT201745
FAIRY TAIL 100 YEARS QUEST GN VOL 06 (C: 0-1-1)
(W) Hiro Mashima (A/CA) Atsuo Ueda
A wizard’s job is never done! Get fired up for the official sequel to Fairy Tail, with story and layouts by original creator Hiro Mashima himself.
Natsu, Lucy, Happy, Erza, and the whole Fairy Tail guild are back in action! And they’ve decided to tackle the “100 Years Quest” - a job no one’s dared take on since the founding of the guild more than a century ago. A mysterious town, a baffling spirit, a ghastly new enemy…and a brand new continent to explore. When you’re with real friends, the adventures never stop! (STL168562) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99
OCT201746
FIRE FORCE GN VOL 21 (C: 1-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Atsushi Ohkubo
Now a hit anime! The new action fantasy set in a steampunk Tokyo from the creator of the smash hit Soul Eater!
The city of Tokyo is in the grip of a reign of terror! Possessed by demons, people have begun to burst into flame, leading to the establishment of a special firefighting team: the Fire Force, ready to roll on a moment’s notice to fight spontaneous combustion anywhere it might break out. But the team is about to get a very unique addition: Shinra, a boy who possesses the unique power to run at the speed of a rocket, leaving behind the famous “devil’s footprints” (and destroying his shoes in the process). Can the Fire Force discover the source of this strange phenomenon and put a stop to it? Or will the city burn to ashes first? (STL168548) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99
OCT201747
RENT A GIRLFRIEND GN VOL 04 (MR) (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Reiji Miyajima
Anime coming July 2020! You can rent a girlfriend, but can you buy love? Reeling from a bad breakup, Kazuya rents the beautiful, polite Chizuru for a date. But rock bottom might be so much lower than he thought! Chizuru is much more than the pretty face and sweet demeanor he thought he’d bargained for…
In today’s Japan, “rental” services can deliver an afternoon with a “friend,” a “parent,” even a fake girlfriend! After a staggering betrayal by his girlfriend, hapless freshman Kazuya gets just desperate enough to give it a try. But he quickly discovers how complicated it can be to “rent” an emotional connection, and his new “girlfriend,” who’s trying to keep her side hustle secret, will panic when she finds out her real life and Kazuya’s are intertwined in surprising ways! Family, school, and life all start to go wrong, too…It’s sweet but naïve boy meets cute but ruthless girl in this 21st-century manga rom-com! (STL168553) (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201748
THAT TIME I GOT REINCARNATED AS A SLIME GN VOL 15 (MR) (C: 0
(W) Fuse (A/CA) Taiki Kawakami
As players of Monster Hunter and Dungeons & Dragons know, the slime is not exactly the king of the fantasy monsters. So when a 37-year-old Tokyo salaryman dies and wakes up in a world of elves and magic, he’s a little disappointed to find he’s become a blind, boneless slime monster.
Mikami’s middle age hasn’t gone as he planned: He never found a girlfriend, he got stuck in a dead-end job, and he was abruptly stabbed to death in the street at 37. So when he wakes up in a new world straight out of a fantasy RPG, he’s disappointed but not exactly surprised to find that he’s facing down a dragon, not as a knight or a wizard but as a blind slime demon. But there are chances for even a slime to become a hero… (STL168555) (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201749
THAT TIME I REINCARNATED SLIME TRINITY GN VOL 02 (MR) (C: 1-
(W) Fuse, Tae Tono (A/CA) Tae Tono
The new spinoff manga to the hit fantasy isekai series, developed by original creator Fuse! Against the odds, the little slime Rimiru has established his magical kingdom for all monsters, called Tempest, and it’s thriving. But three visitors, Phos the fox girl, Stella the dragon girl, and Frey the winged girl, come to pay Tempest a visit, they’re stunned at just how quickly it’s developed. Don’t miss this new story in the world of Slime, just as the second season of the anime arrives!
With a concept and story by Fuse, the creator of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Trinity in Tempest is the grand tour of Rimiru’s world that fans have always wanted. Through the eyes of three cute little monsters, one from the fox clan, one from the dragon clan, and one from the winged clan, readers will meet the residents of the utopia in Jura Forest, and get a peek at how they live their lives. The little group’s leader, Phos, is a fox girl from the Beast Kingdom of Eurazania. But this isn’t just a pleasure trip for her…she’s visiting Tempest on secret orders from Lord Carrion. What would a demon lord want with Rimiru’s monster paradise? (STL168556) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the Philippines.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
VERTICAL COMICS
STAR OF THE MONTH
OCT201750
COMPLETE CHIS SWEET HOME BOX SET (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Konami Kanata
Vertical’s most popular comic of all time, Chi’s Sweet Home, now available in a complete box set.
Packaging all 4 volumes of the series into a cute collectors edition box with a cute bonus item included!
Chi is a michievous newborn kitten who, while on a leisurely stroll with her family, finds herself lost. Seperated from the warmth and protection of her mother, feels distraught. Overcome with loneliness she breaks into tears in a large urban park meadow., when she is suddenly rescued by a young boy named Yohei and his mother. The kitty is then quickly and quietly whisked away into the warm and inviting Yamada family apartment…where pets are strictly not permitted. (STL156091) (JUN201528) (C: 0-1-0)
HC, 6x9, 1920pgs, FC SRP: $109.80
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OCT201751
BAKEMONOGATARI GN VOL 06 (C: 0-1-0)
(W) Nisioisin (A) Oh Great
From the best selling novel series by renouned author NISIOISIN, comes the manga adaptation of the MONOGATARI Series! Artwork by Oh! great.
“I hate you! I hate you! I hate you! I hate you…”
The “truth” behind Suruga Kanbaru’s curse has been laid bare, and Koyomi Araragi finds himself confronted by his own naiveté.
Now, he faces a critical difference between himself and Suruga, but can he still save her? (STL168543) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 6x9, 226pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
OCT201752
DAILY LIVES OF HIGH SCHOOL BOYS GN VOL 03 (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A/CA) Yasunobu Yamauchi
Three Teenaged Stooges
Your favorite tasteless testos (STL168544) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 6x9, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
OCT201753
WITH DOG AND CAT EVERYDAY IS FUN GN VOL 02 (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A) Hidekichi Matsumoto
Are you a dog person? Or maybe a cat person? Or maybe both??
Based on author Hidekichi Matsumoto’s real life experience, she shows us what it’s like to live with both a dog and a cat!
Mangaka Hidekichi Matsumoto lives with both a dog and a cat.
Her dog is cute, innocent and full of joy! The cat on the other hand has a scary face, aloof and a master thief.
Every day life in a multi animal household is fun and filled with laughter and tears….
Here’s a new type of manga for both dog and cat lovers alike! (STL168545) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 196pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
MANGA CLASSICS, INC.
OCT201754
MANGA CLASSICS PRIDE & PREJUDICE SC NEW ED
(W) Jane Austen, Stacy King (CA) Po Tse
Beloved by millions the world over, Pride and Prejudice is delightfully transformed in this bold new Manga Classics® adaptation! All the joy, humor, and romance of Jane Austen's original story, perfectly illuminated by rich and sumptuous art, and faithfully adapted for a new generation of readers! (STL170258)
SC, 6x9, 372pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
OCT201755
O/A MANGA CLASSICS EMMA GN NEW PTG
(W) Jane Austen
Just in time for the 200th anniversary, Manga Classics: Emma brings Jane Austen's classic tale of youthful folly and romantic exuberance to a modern audience with this beautiful new manga adaptation. The impulsive match-making of Emma Woodhouse delivers both humor and heartache through the gorgeous artwork of manga-ka Po Tse (STL147465)
SC, 6x9, 308pgs, B&W SRP: $17.99
OCT201756
O/A MANGA CLASSICS SENSE AND SENSIBILITY GN
(W) Jane Austen (A/CA) Po Tse
When Elinor Dashwood's father dies, her family's finances are crippled. After the Dashwoods move to a cottage in Devonshire, Elinor's sister Marianne is torn between the handsome John Willoughby and the older Colonel Brandon. Meanwhile, Elinor's romantic hopes with Edward Ferrars are hindered due to his prior engagement. Both Elinor and Marianne strive for love while the circumstances in their lives constantly change. (STL147487)
SC, 6x9, 308pgs, B&W SRP: $17.99
OCT201757
O/A MANGA CLASSICS PRIDE & PREJUDICE HC
(W) Jane Austen (A/CA) Po Tse
Beloved by millions the world over, Pride & Prejudice is delightfully transformed in this bold new manga adaptation. All of the joy, heartache, and romance of Jane Austen's original, perfectly illuminated by the sumptuous art of manga-ka Po Tse, and faithfully adapted by Stacy E. King. (STL147032)
HC, 6x9, 376pgs, B&W SRP: $24.99
OCT201758
O/A MANGA CLASSICS EMMA HC
(W) Jane Austen
Just in time for the 200th anniversary, Manga Classics: Emma brings Jane Austen's classic tale of youthful folly and romantic exuberance to a modern audience with this beautiful new manga adaptation. The impulsive match-making of Emma Woodhouse delivers both humor and heartache through the gorgeous artwork of manga-ka Po Tse (STL147461)
HC, 6x9, 308pgs, B&W SRP: $24.99
OCT201759
O/A MANGA CLASSICS SENSE AND SENSIBILITY HC
(W) Jane Austen (A/CA) Po Tse
When Elinor Dashwood's father dies, her family's finances are crippled. After the Dashwoods move to a cottage in Devonshire, Elinor's sister Marianne is torn between the handsome John Willoughby and the older Colonel Brandon. Meanwhile, Elinor's romantic hopes with Edward Ferrars are hindered due to his prior engagement. Both Elinor and Marianne strive for love while the circumstances in their lives constantly change. (STL147472)
HC, 6x9, 308pgs, B&W SRP: $24.99
OCT201760
O/A JANE AUSTEN COLORING BOOK SC
Jane Austen is one of the most widely read authors in the history of English literature. Her most popular works live in the world of romantic fiction during the 18th century. Manga Classics proudly presents our first coloring book collection of artwork from our critically acclaimed manga adaptations of Pride and Prejudice, Emma, and Sense and Sensibility. (STL152964)
SC, 8x11, 98pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
SUBLIME
OCT201761
CASTE HEAVEN GN VOL 04 (MR) (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Chise Ogawa
Ever since Karino betrayed him by dragging him off his kingly throne, dropping him to target, Azusa has sworn revenge. But as he's planning his next move, he's approached by shy geek Inugai, who's taken a rather sudden-if odd-interest in photography. What are Inugai's true motives? And is revenge really what Azusa seeks?
For mature audiences. (STL170584) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, PC SRP: $12.99
OCT201762
PUNCH UP GN VOL 06 (MR) (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Shiuko Kano
Back when architect Motoharu Maki was just starting out, he nursed a one-sided crush on another-his former mentor Mibu. His current love, Kouta, is shocked to find out that, unlike Motoharu's usual type, Mibu is a sophisticated, austere person. And even though Kouta has faith in Motoharu's fidelity, he can't help but feel a little shaken. What else doesn't he know about Motoharu, and should he be worried now that Mibu is back in Motoharu's life?
For mature audiences. (STL170585) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 178pgs, PC SRP: $14.99
TOKYOPOP
OCT201763
BL FANS LOVE MY BROTHER GN (C: 0-1-1)
Four years ago, Kirika Amano's older brother became a shut-in. Since then, he's barely even left his own room, constantly working on something at his desk. When Kirika finally finds out what he's been doing all that time, she's shocked -- her brother creates boys love comics! Not only that, but it turns out that he's actually quite good at it, and he's got a dedicated fanbase. Even though Kirika doesn't understand her brother's hobbies or the fandom that surrounds him, he's still family. Maybe if she helps him sell his comics, she can convince him to step outside into the world again and greet his fans in person. (STL170447) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
STAR OF THE MONTH
OCT201764
KOIMONOGATARI LOVE STORIES GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Tagura Tohru
When Yuji accidentally overhears his classmate Yamato confessing to another friend that he’s gay, his perspective shifts. Seeing Yamato in a new light, Yuji does his best not to let prejudice color his view, but he still finds himself overthinking his classmates’ interactions now. He especially notices the way Yamato looks at one particular boy: Yuji’s own best friend.
Even though he tells himself he shouldn’t get involved, Yuji finds he just can’t help it; watching Yamato’s one-sided love draws him in a way he never expected. At first, it’s empathy, knowing that the boy Yamato has his sights on is definitely straight and has no idea. But as his own friendship with Yamato develops and the two of them grow closer through a mutual study group, Yuji comes to truly care about Yamato as a person, regardless of his sexuality. He only wants Yamato to be happy, and to be able to express his true self. (STL150811) (FEB202170)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
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OCT201765
STILL SICK MANGA GN VOL 03 (OF 3) (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A) Akashi
The anticipated final volume of the whirlwind office romance is here! Akane and Makoto grow closer, as Makoto is finally able to realize her dream with someone who loves her and believes in her by her side. Are the two women finally able to confess their feelings to one another? (STL170449) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 272pgs, B&W (3 of 3) SRP: $12.99
STAR OF THE MONTH
OCT201766
FUTARIBEYA MANGA GN VOL 01 ROOM FOR TWO
About to start her first year of high school, Sakurako Kawawa settles into her new lodgings. But when she meets her new roommate — the stunningly beautiful Kasumi Yamabuki, who lives life at her own pace — everything changes! From day one, responsible and level-headed Sakurako and lazy, easygoing Kasumi find themselves at odds with one another... but with their matching mugs and one bed to share, Sakurako and Kasumi's friendship is just beginning! This four-panel-style comic follows the everyday life of two high school roommates as they go to class together, tackle the mundane necessities of laundry and grocery shopping for two, and learn more about one another in a cute and heartwarming series of short stories. (STL083140) (JUN182145)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
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OCT201767
GENTLE NOBLES VACATION RECOMMENDATION GN VOL 02 (C: 0-1-2)
(W) Reiko Momochi (A/CA) Misaki
When Lizel mysteriously finds himself in a city that bears odd similarities to his own but clearly isn't, he quickly comes to terms with the unlikely truth: this is an entirely different world. Even so, laid-back Lizel isn't the type to panic. He immediately sets out to learn more about this strange place, and to help him do so, hires a seasoned adventurer named Gil as his tour guide and protector. Until he's able to find a way home, Lizel figures this is a perfect opportunity to explore a new way of life adventuring as part of a guild. After all, he's sure he'll go home eventually... might as well enjoy the otherworldly vacation for now! This is Volume 2 of the series. (STL160072) (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXX #7 (JUL201647)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201768
BANG DREAM GIRLS BAND PARTY ROSELIA STAGE MANGA GN VOL 02 (C
(W/A/CA) Dr Pepperco
After her father's dreams of making it big in the music industry crumble beneath the strain of trying to appease both his managers and his fans, singer Yukina Minato is determined to make him proud by forming the "perfect band" of her own! But first, she'll have to find all the right members. They'll need unparalleled skill, passion and drive if they're going to succeed as a J-rock band in such a crowded scene!
Future World Fes is the biggest music event of the year, a world-famous spectacular that showcases only the best of the best. Do five high school girls have what it takes to rock their competition and secure a spot on the main stage?! (STL160073) (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXX #8 (AUG201846)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
STARS OF THE MONTH
OCT201769
OCEAN OF SECRETS MANGA GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Sophie-chan
After being ship wrecked, Lia, an orphan girl joins the cold-hearted Captain Albert on a mission to escape powerful knights from the land of Lyronaz. She finds a magic power beyond her wildest dreams and discovers how the murder of Lyronaz's queen is related to Albert. Join Lia as she uncovers the secrets behind the queen's murder and discovers family in a world she never knew existed. (STL035046) (JAN172077)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99
OCT201770
TAROT CAFE MANGA COLLECTION GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Sang-Sun Park
Meet Pamela, a tarot card reader who helps supernatural beings living in the human world. She'll help anyone, whether they're a love-stricken cat, a vampire spending eternal life running from his one true love, an unattractive waitress looking for the man of her dreams, or even a magician who creates a humanoid doll to serve the woman he loves. Although she is good-natured, there is a deep dark secret that she must deal with before she can move on to the next life. (STL082660) (APR181920)
SC, 5x7, 528pgs, B&W SRP: $17.99
OCT201771
TAROT CAFE MANGA COLLECTION GN VOL 02
A Sultan who has fallen in love with a young slave... A poor student who drives away a lake fairy over doubt and jealousy... A dragon that seeks to avenge the death of a dear friend... These are just a few of the supernatural beings that Pamela, owner of The Tarot Café, welcomes through the doors of her mysterious establishment. But can she help them while dealing with a deep, dark secret of her own? Among the cries of lost love and unfinished business from visiting spirits, the mystery of her poignant past unfolds... (STL085149) (JUN182146)
SC, 448pgs, B&W SRP: $17.99
OCT201772
TAROT CAFE MANGA COLLECTION GN VOL 03
The thrilling conclusion to the Tarot Cafe Collectors saga! Alecto receives a dark prophecy from an old, three-headed fortuneteller: if he wants to tell Pamela the truth about his feelings, there will be dangerous consequences! While Pamela and Belus search for Alecto, Berial plays a game of chess with their lives— and Alecto and Pamela face a disaster from which they can never return. This collector's edition volume includes the full Tarot Cafe novel. (STL091946) (AUG182399)
SC, 464pgs, B&W SRP: $17.99
OCT201773
GRIMMS MANGA TALES GN
(W/A/CA) Kei Ishiyama
In this classic manga version of the Brothers Grimm fairy tales, Kei Ishiyama puts her own creative spin on these beloved stories. Featuring Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, Hansel and Gretel, The Two Brothers, The Twelve Hunters, Snow White, The Frog King, Puss in Boots, and The Singing Springing Larck, this fantasy manga retells these timeless tales,,,, but with a twist of originality! (STL052399) (AUG172072)
SC, 5x7, 352pgs, PC SRP: $17.99
OCT201774
ALICE IN WONDERLAND MANGA HC SPECIAL COLLECTOR ED
(W/A/CA) Jun Abe
Manga publishing pioneer Tokyopop is back… bringing readers Disney Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland, a retelling of the film in manga-style. Hardcover collectible with exclusive bonus features and illustrations from renowned artist Jun Abe! Alice Kingsleigh was a young girl when she visited the magical world of Underland for the first time. Now a teenager, she spots a white rabbit at a garden party and tumbles down a hole after him where she is reunited with her old friends. Alice soon learns it is her destiny to end the Red Queen's reign of terror. (STL006380) (APR161995)
HC, 6x9, 352pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
OCT201775
NO VAMPIRE NO HAPPY ENDING GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Shinya Shinya
Arika is what you could charitably call a vampire “enthusiast.” When she stumbles across the beautiful and mysterious vampire Divo however, her excitement quickly turns to disappointment as she discovers he's not exactly like the seductive, manipulative villains in her stories. His looks win first place, but his head's a space case. Armed with her extensive knowledge of vampire lore, Arika downgrades Divo to a beta vampire and begins their long, long… <I>long </I>journey to educate him in the ways of the undead. (STL150775) (FEB202169)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201776
HANGER MANGA GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Hirotaka Kisaragi
In a futuristic Neo-Tokyo, crime is rising rapidly in the wake of a new generation of super-drugs capable of enhancing the user's physical and mental abilities. Hajime Tsukomo is a new recruit on a federal task force trained to go after these powered-up criminals. Now he must team up with Zeroichi, a so-called Hanger looking to reduce his own jail sentence in exchange for helping to take down these chemically-boosted bad guys. This is volume 1 of the series. (STL080055) (APR181919)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201777
HANGER MANGA GN VOL 02
(W/A/CA) Hirotaka Kisaragi
In a futuristic Neo-Tokyo, crime is rising rapidly in the wake of a new generation of super-drugs capable of enhancing the user's physical and mental abilities. Hajime Tsukomo is a new recruit on a federal task force trained to go after these powered-up criminals. Now he must team up with Zeroichi, a so-called Hanger looking to reduce his own jail sentence in exchange for helping to take down these chemically-boosted bad guys. This is volume 2 of the series. (STL080056) (JUN182144)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201778
HANGER MANGA GN VOL 03
(W/A/CA) Hirotaka Kisaragi
In a futuristic Neo-Tokyo, crime is rising rapidly in the wake of a new generation of super-drugs capable of enhancing the user's physical and mental abilities. Hajime Tsukomo is a new recruit on a federal task force trained to go after these powered-up criminals. Now he must team up with Zeroichi, a so-called Hanger looking to reduce his own jail sentence in exchange for helping to take down these chemically-boosted bad guys. With Neo-Tokyo's most wanted criminal organization — Nine-Tails — on the loose and active once again, everyone in the Security Service is on high alert. The Hanger program has always been met with some distrust from other law enforcement teams, but as tensions rise in the wake of Nine-Tails' destructive terrorism, Squad 4's Hangers and Keepers will have to work harder than ever to maintain the trust between them... and each other. (STL134531) (AUG192416)
SC, 5x7.5, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201779
YURI BEAR STORM MANGA GN VOL 01 YURIKUMA (MR)
(W) Kinago Ikunigoma (A/CA) Akiko Morishima
Every night, 16-year-old Kureha has a strange dream involving lilies, storms, and... her classmate Ginko as a bear?! At school, Kureha's unassuming personality and looks render her practically invisible. Sometimes, it feels like no one notices her at all... until cute and energetic Ginko asks Kureha to talk privately one day during lunch. Maybe she really is a bear... or maybe she's just got a crush on Kureha! (STL094514) (OCT182052)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 184pgs, PC SRP: $12.99
OCT201780
YURI BEAR STORM MANGA GN VOL 02 YURIKUMA (MR)
(W) Kinago Ikunigoma (A/CA) Akiko Morishima
When Ginko discovers a pendant that releases her hidden memories, she learns the truth about her mother and Kureha's. Despite Kureha's feelings for her, Ginko decides to distance herself from the girl she loves to keep her safe. Bears and humans can't love each other — or so her mother said. (STL104587) (DEC182198)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201781
YURI BEAR STORM MANGA GN VOL 03 YURIKUMA (MR)
(W) Kinago Ikunigoma (A/CA) Akiko Morishima
When Lulu decides to bring Yuriika and Kale with her to Japan to meet with Sumika, the two discover memories of how they both came to love the same woman — only for her to end up married to a man she had just met. Their relationship was the start of everything... and then, tragedy struck. What will Kureha do when she discovers the truth? (STL107358) (FEB192147)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201782
DEKOBOKO SUGAR DAYS MANGA GN
(W/A/CA) Yusen Atsuko
Yuujirou Matsukaze has been close friends with Rui Hanamine since the two of them were children. Back then, Yuujirou was the one who stood up for and took care of his adorable, soft-hearted friend. But as it turns out, Yuujirou's childhood dreams end up growing a little too big to handle — or, rather, too tall! At over six feet in height, the cheerful and happy-go-lucky Rui towers over his would-be protector... and still has no idea Yuujirou's had a crush on him since they were kids! (STL141221) (NOV192049)
SC, 5x7, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
OCT201783
REPLAY MANGA GN VOL 01 YAOI
(W/A/CA) Tsukahara Saki
Yuta and Ritsu have been playing baseball together since they were children, but after being defeated in a local tournament over the summer, they must retire from the high school team to study for university entrance exams. Still, Yuta finds himself unable to give up his lingering attachment to baseball. The one person who can truly understand him is Ritsu, who has been acting worryingly distant since they quit the team. But there's something Yuta himself doesn't understand... Does he think of Ritsu as his partner in the way that a teammate would, or is the affection between them something stronger? (STL141223) (NOV192048)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
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UDON ENTERTAINMENT INC
OCT201784
ROSE OF VERSAILLES GN VOL 05
(W/A/CA) Riyoko Ikeda
Oscar François 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 André 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)
HC, 340pgs, B&W SRP: $29.99
OCT201785
O/A ROSE OF VERSAILLES GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Riyoko Ikeda
Oscar François 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 André, 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) (OCT192283)
HC, 500pgs, B&W SRP: $38.99
STARS OF THE MONTH
OCT201786
ROSE OF VERSAILLES GN VOL 02
(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) (DEC192047)
HC, 512pgs, B&W SRP: $38.99
OCT201787
ROSE OF VERSAILLES GN VOL 03
(W/A/CA) Riyoko Ikeda
War is brewing. Oscar François 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) (APR202328)
HC, 480pgs, B&W SRP: $38.99
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OCT201788
ROBOTECH VISUAL ARCHIVE THE SOUTHERN CROSS HC
(W) Harmony Gold (CA) Alex Milne
Robotech is a sweeping science-fiction anime epic in which humans use a vast arsenal of transforming robot mecho to defend the Earth against alien domination. The franchise has captivated fans for over 35 years, and is widely credited with popularizing anime around the globe. Robotech Visual Archive: The Southern Cross is the ultimate collection of artwork gathered from Robotech's second era, The Masters Saga. Included in this epid tome are mecha designs, character illustrations, pre-production concepts, key art, location artwork, a full episode guide, and more! (STL169518)
HC, 176pgs, FC SRP: $49.99
OCT201789
ROBOTECH VISUAL ARCHIVE GENESIS CLIMBER MOSPEADA HC
(W) Harmony Gold (CA) Alex Milne
Robotech is a sweeping science-fiction anime epic in which humans use a vast arsenal of transforming robotic mecha to defend the Earth against alien domination. The franchise has captivated fans for over 35 years, and is widely credited with popularizing anime around the world. Robotech Visual Archive: Genesis Climber MOSPEADA is the ultimate collection of artwork gathered from Robotech's third saga - "The New Generation". Included in this epic tome are mecha designs, character illustrations, pre-production concepts, key art, location artwork, a full episode guide, and more! (STL169372)
HC, 176pgs, FC SRP: $49.99
STAR OF THE MONTH
OCT201790
ROBOTECH VISUAL ARCHIVE MACROSS SAGA HC 2ND ED
(W) Harmony Gold
2nd Edition! ROBOTECH is a sweeping science-fiction anime epic in which humans use a vast arsenal of transforming robotic mecha to defend the Earth against alien domination. The franchise has captivated fans for over 30 years, and is widely credited with popularizing anime around the world. ROBOTECH VISUAL ARCHIVE: The Macross Saga is the ultimate collection of artwork gathered from Robotech's first and beloved era - The Macross Saga. Included in this epic tome are mecha designs, character artwork, pre-production concepts, key art, storyboards, a full episode guide, and more! (STL085376) (MAY182165)
HC, 9x12, 248pgs, FC SRP: $44.99
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VIZ LLC
OCT201791
REMINA HC JUNJI ITO (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A) Junji Ito
An unknown planet emerges from inside a wormhole, and its discoverer, Dr. Oguro, christens the celestial body "Remina" after his own daughter. His finding is met with great fanfare, and Remina herself rises to fame. However, the planet picks up speed as it moves along in its curious orbit, eliminating planets and stars one after another until finally Earth itself faces extinction… Is the girl Remina the true cause of the catastrophe? A masterwork of horror from Junji Ito, unfolding on a universal scale. (STL161686) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
HC, 6x8, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $22.99
OCT201792
CHAINSAW MAN GN VOL 02 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Tatsuki Fujimoto
Now that Denji has found the noble goal in life of "touching a boob," the rest is easy! He just needs to defeat a gigantic bat monster before he bleeds to death. Never underestimate a motivated Chainsaw Man! But will all his sacrifices actually be worth it…?
For older teen audiences. (STL161641) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201793
SPY X FAMILY GN VOL 03 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Tatsuya Endo
Twilight has overcome many challenges in putting together the Forger family, but now all his hard work might come undone when Yor's older brother Yuri pops in for a surprise visit! Can Twilight outsmart Yuri when he finds out Yuri is actually a mortal enemy of his intelligence agency-an Ostanian Secret Service officer?
For older teen audiences. (STL161700) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201794
DEMON SLAYER KIMETSU NO YAIBA GN VOL 19 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Koyoharu Gotouge
The Demon Slayers fight hard to get their blades closer to Muzan's neck! To avenge her family, Kanao must continue to battle Doma head-on, while Iguro and Kanroji find themselves slashing through the shifting rooms of Infinity Castle. Elsewhere, Tokito, Sanemi and Genya come face-to-face with a villain who recognizes Tokito, but Tokito doesn't know him. Who is this powerful adversary?
For teen audiences. (STL161645) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201795
JUJUTSU KAISEN GN VOL 07 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Gege Akutami
Despite the injuries and losses they suffer in an attack on the Goodwill Event by Curses and Curse Users, the students of Jujutsu High have little time rest as people start going missing under mysterious circumstances. Could these strange disappearances have anything to do with Sukuna's lost fingers?
For older teen audiences. (STL161660) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201796
SUPER MARIO BROS MANGA MANIA GN (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A) Yukio Sawada
Join Mario and pals in crazy adventures inspired by the hit video games! In this collection of short stories, Mario and Luigi go on adventures that showcase the fan-favorite characters of the Mario world in new, unconventional and hilarious ways. This compilation, handpicked from years of Mario comics in Japan, has never been available in English-until now!
For all ages. (STL164734) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201797
20TH CENTURY BOYS TP VOL 10 PERFECT ED URASAWA (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Naoki Urasawa
A man with a guitar arrives at a barrier town outside of Tokyo. Anyone who attempts to travel through the town without a pass is arrested and murdered. As the days go by, the body count grows and grows... Who can change this horrible situation and break through the barrier town? And who awaits at their final destination?
For older teen audiences. (STL161627) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 6x8, 424pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
OCT201798
BLUE FLAG GN VOL 05 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Kaito
It's official! Taichi and Futaba are a couple, and Taichi excitedly breaks the news to Toma. But things quickly grow awkward between the two friends, and Toma becomes more distant. Meanwhile, Toma's friend Mami starts to get on Taichi's case about Toma's change in attitude. But there is more to this girlie girl than meets the eye…
For older teen audiences. (STL161638) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 6x8, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201799
GOLDEN KAMUY GN VOL 19 (MR) (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A) Satoru Noda
Asirpa's quest to find out about her father has led her to a Russian prison on the frozen coast of Karafuto in hopes of breaking out Sofia, a former revolutionary. Sofia was also the leader of the group that Kiroranke and Wilk belonged to and she may be able to shed more light on Asirpa's father. But the truth about Wilk might ultimately be more than she can bear. Sugimoto and his party draw closer to catching up with Asirpa-and when they do, old scores will be settled.
For mature audiences. (STL161653) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x8, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201800
LEVIUS EST GN VOL 07 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A) Haruhisa Nakata
The championship fight between Levius and Oliver at the Southern Slam is in full swing. As Levius takes hit after hit and Oliver taunts him about being too soft to actually ever fight effectively, things also look dire for A.J., who has made a surprise sacrifice!
For older teen audiences. (STL161665) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 6x8, 228pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201801
QQ QUEENS QUALITY GN VOL 10 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Kyousuke Motomi
Fumi and Kyutaro finally become sweethearts after they finish their training in Seichi! But while the two lovers are enjoying their life together, the Horikita family can't help but worry about the snake that's sealed within Kyutaro. Will Kyutaro be able to overcome the evil within him?
For teen audiences. (STL161684) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 168pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201802
SKIP BEAT 3IN1 TP VOL 14 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Yoshiki Nakamura
Kyoko desperately wants to be cast in a new samurai drama so she can work opposite her best friend in the entire world, Kanae "Moko" Kotonami. But the producer in charge of the acting test kicks Kyoko out without even letting her perform! Kyoko's temporary manager, Yoshiro, isn't worried, though. He knows a little adversity isn't enough to stand in the way of Kyoko's dreams.
For teen audiences. (STL153942) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 544pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
OCT201803
VAMPIRE KNIGHT MEMORIES GN VOL 05 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Matsuri Hino
Ai tries to protect her little sister Ren from every danger, for Ren is despised by many of their kind who hate Ren's vampire hunter father. Although Ren is not as strong as her pureblood sister, she finds she has her own gluttonous thirst for blood...
For older teen audiences. (STL161710) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201804
YONA OF THE DAWN GN VOL 27 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Mizuho Kusanagi
Hak confesses his feelings to Yona, but how will Yona react in response? Later, Zeno suggests heading to Kuuto and getting closer to Hiryuu Palace so that the Four Dragons can heal their wounds. But what will they do when a Kai Empire army attacks the Fire Tribe?
For teen audiences. (STL161716) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201805
DRAGON BALL SUPER GN VOL 11 (C: 1-1-1)
(W) Akira Toriyama (A/CA) Toyotarou
The Great Lord of Lords awakens from inside of Boo to confront the evil Moro head-on. But even the power of a god doesn’t seem to be enough to stop this monster! Goku, Vegeta and the others are forced to retreat. Goku goes with Merus to train to get stronger, but Vegeta has other plans. Hitching a ride on a Galactic Patrol ship, Vegeta goes to another part of space to meet with a certain group of aliens… (STL161648) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201806
ONE PIECE GN VOL 95 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Eiichiro Oda
The Straw Hats are in serious trouble when Kaido and Big Mom form the ultimate alliance of evil! Can Luffy and his allies convince enough citizens of Wano to fight on their side? They'll need every warrior available if they hope to take down two pirate Emperors at once!
For teen audiences. (STL161676) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201807
TWIN STAR EXORCISTS GN VOL 20 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Yoshiaki Sukeno
Benio finally returns in the nick of time to join the raging battle against her twin brother! According to prophecy, two of the Twin Stars' friends will not survive... And how will Rokuro respond when he learns his fiancée has transformed into the exorcists' mortal enemy?!
For teen audiences. (STL161707) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201808
WE NEVER LEARN GN VOL 13 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Taishi Tsutsui
Asumi Kominami is retaking her college entrance exam so that she can one day become a doctor. As a child, she always dreamed of taking over her family's practice, but her father is finding it harder and harder to compete against the bigger hospitals. Will Asumi give up on her childhood dream?
For older teen audiences. (STL161712) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201809
POKEMON ADV COLLECTORS ED TP VOL 05 (C: 1-1-1)
(W) Hidenori Kusaka (A/CA) Satoshi Yamamoto
The Pokémon Gym Leader exhibition matches have begun. Trainer Gold and Trainer Silver both want to discover the identity of a masked man plotting to invade the stadium. But Silver might have an agenda too! And then, in the first chapters of the Ruby & Sapphire arc, Ruby wants to do what his Gym Leader father never did-win Pokémon Contests!
Collects the original Pokémon Adventures volumes 13, 14 & 15!
For all ages. (STL161681) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 6x8, 608pgs, PC SRP: $17.99
OCT201810
MAISON IKKOKU COLLECTORS EDITION TP VOL 02 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A) Rumiko Takahashi
A year has passed since Kyoko Otonashi became the resident manager of Maison Ikkoku. Yusaku Godai, now a college student, gathers his courage and asks Kyoko out on a date! But the meddling tenants have other ideas about how the two will spend their evening...
For older teen audiences. (STL161667) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 6x8, 368pgs, PC SRP: $24.99
OCT201811
HOW DO WE RELATIONSHIP GN VOL 02 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Tamifull
Miwa and Saeko have discovered that they are definitely physically compatible. But a gathering of the band clubs for a weekend training retreat is an unexpected threat to their new relationship. Can their blossoming feelings survive each other's constant company?
For older teen audiences. (STL161657) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
OCT201812
NO GUNS LIFE GN VOL 08 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Tasuku Karasuma
Juzo was badly damaged in the fight with Io, the mysterious figure believed to be Tetsuro's brother. To get Juzo back in shape, he will need access to military secrets contained inside Wunder Bender, a maximum security prison built for housing the Overextended. To add to the challenge, the only person who knows how to use those secrets to repair Juzo is Victor, who is currently being held in the prison. Olivia can use her connections to get Juzo and Mary into the facility, but once inside, they are on their own...
For older teen audiences. (STL161675) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 6x8, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201813
KOMI CANT COMMUNICATE GN VOL 10 (C: 1-1-1)
(W/A) Tomohito Oda
Komi is starting her second year of high school, and she's feeling a bit melancholy that all the good times of the previous year are now behind her. How can anything else compare? But when Komi runs into a new girl with outrageous fashion sense crying in the bathroom, she's able to put all her wonderful experience in making friends to good use and reach out to another person in need. Komi has leveled up!
For teen audiences. (STL161662) (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
YEN PRESS
OCT201814
OVERLORD COMPLETE ANIME ARTBOOK ART SC (C: 0-1-2)
(A) Takahiro Yoshimatsu & Various
A deep dive into the planning and making of the hit anime adaption of Overlord reveals delicately crafted settings and the incredible detailed outfits and accessories that breathed life into everyone's favorite cast of not-so-good guys!
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL168005) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 176pgs, FC SRP: $40.00
OCT201815
86 EIGHTY SIX GN VOL 01 (C: 0-1-2)
Long besieged by the fully autonomous killing machines known as the Legion, the Republic of San Magnolia endeavors to turn the tide of war by employing autonomous weapons of their own… Enjoy Asato-Asato's award winning novel in fully illustrated manga form!
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL167964) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201816
VAMPIRE & HIS PLEASANT COMPANIONS GN VOL 01 (C: 1-1-2)
From veteran shoujo manga artist Marimo Ragawa and BL light novelist Narise Konohara comes a strange and sexy tale! When a vampire from Nebraska named Al gets frozen in bat form, he winds up in Japan under the care of a dark and mysterious man covered in a bloody scent!
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167951) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available in US, UST, Canada, UK, Ireland, South America, Australia, New Zealand, & India.
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201817
STRAWBERRY FIELDS ONCE AGAIN GN VOL 01 (C: 0-1-2)
“I’ll never have a 3D romance!” High schooler Akira loves otome games and refuses to have a 3D romance, so she’s caught off-guard when the new transfer student suddenly declares that she is Akira’s future lover! It’s the start of the bittersweet story of two girls who are more than friends but less than lovers!
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL168019) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201818
WOLF & PARCHMENT GN VOL 01 (C: 0-1-2)
When Col leaves the cozy mountain village of Nyohhira aspiring to become a full-fledged member of the clergy, a certain impetuous wolf can't help stowing away aboard his ship to follow him for a chance to have a grand adventure of her own!
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL167960) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201819
KONOSUBA GOD BLESSING WONDERFUL WORLD GN VOL 11 (C: 0-1-2)
Kazuma and Airis have switched bodies! Things couldn't get any worse…or so one might think, but the two of them are actually enjoying their new lives! But can Kazuma be trusted to act appropriately in such a delicate situation? …Probably not!
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167998) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 162pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201820
GOBLIN SLAYER GN VOL 09 (MR) (C: 1-1-2)
Goblin Slayer and his party head north to the snowy mountains in search of Noble Fencer, who disappeared during a goblin hunt. There, they discover a looming goblin threat more dangerous than anything they’ve faced before. A new battle for their lives begins, one that will not end till the mountains are blanketed with crimson snow...
For readers ages 18 and up. (STL167986) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in US, US territories, Canada, and UK.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 178pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201821
FIANCEE OF THE WIZARD GN VOL 02 (C: 0-1-2)
Filimena's cranky fiancé Egiedeyrus, having graduated from the academy, is now the court's Chief Enchanter. He expects his new position to allow him more time to spend with his fiancée, until terrible news reaches the court, and he must set out on a quest to protect the kingdom...
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167983) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201822
CAROLE & TUESDAY GN VOL 01 (C: 0-1-2)
(W) Shinichiro Watanabe, Bones (A/CA) Morito Yamataka
Based on the hit anime directed by Shinichiro Watanabe (Cowboy Bebop, Samurai Champloo, Kids on the Slope), two girls from different worlds connect through a love of music and a desire to make it big on Mars.
Ages 13 And Up (STL150778) (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXX #3 (MAR202409)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201823
THAT TIME I REINCARNATED SLIME MONSTER NATION GN VOL 03 (C:
Framea's adventures in Tempest have only just begun, and she's already experiencing so many new wonders! Tasked with writing a guidebook to help introduce visitors to each of Tempest's many attractions, Framea finds herself visiting workshops, hot springs, and even venturing into labyrinths, all in the name of promoting tourism! All that's left now is to finish the book and unveil it, but an unforeseen obstacle bars her path…
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL168022) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 194pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201824
RASCAL DOES NOT DREAM PETITE DEVIL KOUHAI GN (C: 0-1-2)
Sakuta may have cured Mai’s Adolescence Syndrome in the nick of time, but now he faces a no less harrowing task—convincing her to officially date him. After managing to win that round of verbal fencing, he gets some well-deserved rest...only to wake up “yesterday,” with all his progress reset. This inexplicable phenomenon seems to be centered on Tomoe Koga, and the only cure is to...pretend to be her boyfriend?!
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL168010) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $24.00
OCT201825
ACCA 13 TERRITORY INSPECTION DEPT PS GN VOL 02 (C: 1-1-2)
Smoke and mirrors. Fake names and a web of lies. The men of the organization will be forever clad in a cloak of deception—except now. Just once, the truth of that fateful night will be revealed…
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167971) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in US, US territories, Canada, and UK.
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201826
WITCHS PRINTING OFFICE GN VOL 04 (C: 0-1-2)
Mika's "Magic Market" has had several successful runs, and her team has got the hang of running the event without (too many) hiccups. But when the faithful venue is suddenly booked for the same date, can they manage the crisis!?
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167970) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 162pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201827
KING OF EDEN GN VOL 02 (C: 0-1-2)
Humanity is in danger of extinction…and it all started in a small Spanish village. In every corner of the world, the mystery behind the mass fatalities remains at the forefront of everyone’s mind. In the latest volume, a strange man claims to know the origin behind humanity’s demise. Who is this man, and how will he change the fate of the world?!
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL150790) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 384pgs, B&W SRP: $24.00
OCT201828
BREASTS ARE MY FAVORITE THINGS IN WORLD GN VOL 03 (MR) (C: 0
Bosom buds Chiaki and Hana have an out of the box friendship. Princely Chiaki hides an unattractive secret: her debilitating boob fetish! Her only hope of staying under the radar is with Hana’s help, but that means staying on Hana’s good side.
For readers ages 18 and up. (STL167976) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201829
BUNGO STRAY DOGS GN VOL 17 (C: 1-1-2)
Atsuhi and Kyouka, struggling to revive the Detective Agency, meet with a mysterious benefactor to gain information. As they infiltrate the Decay of the Angel’s Sky Casino, can they slip through the fangs of the hunting dogs and sieze a faint glimmer of hope?
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL167977) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Malaysia and Singapore.
SC, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201830
SAGA OF TANYA EVIL GN VOL 12 (C: 1-1-2)
When a great assassin is reborn in another world, he finds himself the heir to a long line of killers from the shadows. With both his modern-day knowledge and experience and the special magic and techniques of this new world, he could very well become the most unstoppable assassin in history…!
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL167949) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Malaysia and Singapore.
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201831
GABRIEL DROPOUT GN VOL 09 (C: 1-1-2)
At Vigne’s suggestion, Gabriel and friends are heading to the summer festival! Taplis and Mei are planning to join them, but they soon find themselves getting lost in the crowd and separated. Will they be able to regroup and enjoy the festival together?
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167984) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Malaysia and Singapore.
SC, 130pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201832
LUST GEASS GN VOL 02 (MR) (C: 0-1-2)
Souta and Rikka are officially boyfriend-girlfriend, but they still haven't broken the demon Zepar's curse. Then, one day, Makoto, who had seen Rikka's "grimoire," falls prey to the curse herself. She consults with Souta and they begin to have a side relationship to keep Makoto's symptoms under control. But then Makoto leans into her curse and doesn't even want to be free of it?! When the grimoire's curse catches Makoto in its clutches, Souta, Rikka and Makoto form a love triangle?!
For readers ages 18 and up. (STL168000) (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201833
PLUNDERER GN VOL 06 (C: 0-1-2)
“Rihito. You are my enemy.” Appearing before Licht, Tokikaze abducts Hina and returns to the Abyss. How is he planning to take revenge for the last 300 years, and what awaits Hina on the surface?
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL168007) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $22.00
OCT201834
RE ZERO SLIAW CHAPTER 3 TRUTH ZERO GN VOL 11 (C: 0-1-2)
Having emerged on the other side of his battle with Archbishop Petelgeuse, Subaru faces an even greater challenge. In this final volume of Re:ZERO Chapter 3, he heads toward a despair that not even Return by Death might not overcome.
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL168011) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201835
REBORN AS POLAR BEAR LEGEND HOW FOREST GUARDIAN GN VOL 04 (C
With his polar bear strength, Kumakichi must fend off a large army intent on coming after the six dog-eared sisters. Locked in combat with the army’s commander, can Kukamichi come out on top?
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL168012) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201836
SACRIFICIAL PRINCESS & KING BEASTS GN VOL 12 (C: 1-1-2)
With the princess saved and death by mortal combat avoided, Leonhart and Sariphi look forward to the return of their normal everyday life. But a new tribe takes advantage of the turmoil surrounding the repeal of the sacrifice system, introducing new chaos into the lives of the king and his queen…
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL168015) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available in US, UST, Canada, UK, Ireland, South America, Australia, New Zealand, & India.
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201837
DEVIL IS PART TIMER GN VOL 16 (C: 1-1-2)
To save Emi (who hasn’t returned home) and Ashiya (who has been captured by Gabriel), Maou and Suzuno decide to venture to Ente Isla!
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL168026) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Malaysia and Singapore.
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
OCT201838
YOWAMUSHI PEDAL GN VOL 16 (C: 0-1-2)
When two talented new first years join Sohoku’s Cycling Club, Sugimoto starts feeling the pressure. To challenge himself and reaffirm his place on the team, he joins the first year race! Meanwhile, Onoda struggles with his new role as both an upperclassman and the champion of the Inter-High…Will Onoda and Sugimoto overcome their challenges and create a stronger Sohoku?!
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167963) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 402pgs, B&W SRP: $24.00
YEN ON
OCT201839
GOBLIN SLAYER SIDE STORY II DAI KATANA LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 01
Not a soul knows how the death and destruction started. Only one thing is certain—it came from the north. Deep within the Dungeon of the Dead is where the the Demon King resides and the only hope humanity has of defeating this great evil rests on the shoulders of a handful of adventurers. This tale of Sword Maiden's past smells of ash and sounds like the ringing of bare steel.
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL167985) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201840
KING OF LABYRINTH LIGHT NOVEL HC VOL 01 (C: 1-1-2)
On the tenth floor of the labyrinth awaits the minotaur. Many brave adventurers have challenged this great beast, all have thoroughly failed. "More!" Demands the powerful monster. "Send me more powerful opponents!" This creature blindly pursues strength at any cost. Perhaps it will even grow strong enough to surpass the rules of the labyrinth itself! Can any adventurer hope to stand against such a mighty creature?
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL167996) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Japan.
HC, 342pgs, B&W SRP: $20.00
OCT201841
ANGEL NEXT DOOR SPOILS ME ROTTEN LIGHT NOVEL VOL 01 (C: 0-1-
Amane lives alone in an apartment, and the most beautiful girl in school, Mahiru, lives just next door. They've almost never spoken—until the day he sees her in distress on a rainy day and lends her his umbrella. To return the favor, she offers him help around the house, and a relationship slowly begins to blossom as the distance between them closes…
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL168024) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 232pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201842
KID FROM DUNGEON BOONIES MOVED STARTER TOWN NOVEL SC VOL 04
Lloyd's exploits has drawn the ire of a second-year student named Micona, who challenges him to little competition in the dungeon to prove which of them is better! But something about Lloyd's presence triggers the entry-level dungeon to active danger mode and suddenly pump out dragons! Amidst the chaos, a shadowy figure approaches Micona, offering his forbidden tactics...from Kunlun.
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL168020) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 232pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201843
SAGA OF TANYA EVIL LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 08 (C: 1-1-2)
When Zettour tries his best to caution against the reckless plan to strike at the Federation's vital resource fields, he soon finds himself "promoted" to a field deployment in the east. As the ill-advised operation Andromeda continues to press on, commanding officer Tanya soon finds herself fighting another bitter battle. With retreat expressly forbidden, the only way to survive is to win...
For readers 16 and up. (STL167950) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Malaysia and Singapore.
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $14.00
OCT201844
BUNGO STRAY DOGS NOVEL SC VOL 05 (C: 0-1-2)
Six years have passed since the bloody Dragon's Head Conflict took place. An unexplained spate of suicides by skill users worldwide has sent the Armed Detective Agency on a search for Tatsuhiko Shibusawa, a mysterious skill user who may be connected somehow. Kyouka Izumi and Atsushi Nakajima are hot on Shibusawa's heels when Atsushi learns a startling truth from his sworn enemy Ryuunosuke Akutagawa. Find out what lies beyond the eerie mist in this novelization of the hit anime film Bungo Stray Dogs: DEAD APPLE!
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167978) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201845
ALCHEMIST SURVIVED DREAMS QUIET CITY LIFE NOVEL SC VOL 05 (C
Time is running out for the people of the Labyrinth City. To protect their home and the people they cherish, Mariela, Siegmund, Leonhardt, and the Forces will have to overcome all odds and finally defeat the boss of the Labyrinth. The story of an alchemist two-hundred years in the making finally reaches its emotional climax!
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL168023) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201846
DEVIL IS PART TIMER LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 18 (C: 1-1-2)
New management has taken over at the Hatagaya Station MgRonald location even as the veteran staffers leave one after another and Chiho isn't planning on showing up anymore either due to college exams closing in. Still, trying to adjust to the new store order might be the least of Maou's worries since he's also managed to rack up a huge debt with the landlady!!
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL168027) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Malaysia and Singapore.
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201847
WORLDS FINEST ASSASSIN REINCARNATED WORLD NOVEL SC VOL 01 (C
When a great assassin is reborn in another world, he finds himself the heir to a long line of killers from the shadows. With both his modern-day knowledge and experience and the special magic and techniques of this new world, he could very well become the most unstoppable assassin in history…!
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167953) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 230pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201848
MYSTERIOUS JOB CALLED ODA NOBUNAGA LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 03 (C:
Alsrod is so close to taking the throne for himself that he can almost taste it…but of all things, King Hasse turns out to be colluding with the former king against Alsrod! The young conqueror has no choice but to fight the entire dynasty if he wants full control of the kingdom; and with his vassals and their powerful jobs of Akemichi Mitsuhide and Takeda Shingen at his disposal, even two kings are no match for Alsrod’s military prowess. Who lives, who dies, and who claims the ultimate victory in this final volume of A Mysterious Job Called Oda Nobunaga?!
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167967) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201849
ACCEL WORLD LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 23 (C: 1-1-2)
At long last, Haruyuki and the others have exposed the White Legion as the villains they've always been! Sadly, their celebration is short-lived. Kuroyukihime and the other Kings soon find themselves in a deadly trap laid by White Cosmos herself! And to save them, Haruyuki will have to face his toughest opponent yet: the Sun Goddess, Inti…
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167972) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Malaysia and Singapore.
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $14.00
OCT201850
BACCANO LIGHT NOVEL HC VOL 15 (C: 1-1-2)
It began in the year 1707, when Maiza introduced playwright Jean-Pierre to an alchemist named Fermet. Two years later, Huey finds himself opening his heart to Elmer and Monica more than he ever expected with his troubled past, but Jean-Pierre's new play only invites trouble, and darkness falls over the trio…
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL167974) (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Malaysia and Singapore.
HC, 240pgs, B&W SRP: $20.00
OCT201851
LAST CRUSADE RISE NEW WORLD LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 05 (C: 0-1-2)
Two sisters with two distinctly different goals: Sisbell would do anything to get Iska to join her side, while Aliceliese sees him as a worthy opponent, regardless of their duties and convictions. As part of his agreement with Sisbell, Iska has accepted his fate to serve as her guard in Nebulis. When Alice catches them linking arms...her heart practically leaps out of her chest.
For readers ages 13 and up. (STL168004) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201852
DEMON SWORD MASTER EXCALIBUR ACADEMY NOVEL SC VOL 02 (C: 0-1
The battle against the Voids continues as Leonis furthers his efforts to raise an army like the one he commanded a thousand years ago. Perhaps a visit from the fourth princess of the empire will provide some information? Focusing on world domination might be difficult with Regina the maid constantly teasing Leonis, however. "Hey, kid. Want me to treat you to some snacks? Or would you prefer to rub my chest?"
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL168025) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201853
GENIUS PRINCE RAISING NATION DEBT TREASON NOVEL SC VOL 05 (C
Mealtars was a bust! All it accomplished was bring even more attention to the small kingdom of Natra. After that debacle, Wein has his eyes locked on Marden, which has seen explosive growth in recent days. Most importantly, it serves as their gate to the West. To keep the country in check, Wein decides it might finally be time to form ties...with King Gruyere from Soljest.
For readers ages 14 and up. (STL167946) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 232pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
OCT201854
TORTURE PRINCESS FREMD TORTURCHEN NOVEL SC VOL 06 (C: 0-1-2)
Kaito Sena has come a long way… The boy who died, broken and alone, has donned the mantle of the Mad King, and will use every ounce of his newfound might for one purpose: to save the woman he admires. For Elisabeth, Kaito would stand against God, Diablo, and all of creation. Unfortunately, the price for her salvation may be even greater than that….
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL167956) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $14.00
OCT201855
WOOF WOOF STORY LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 05 (C: 0-1-2)
In an odd twist of fate, two of the demon lord's generals have entered the service of the mansion. So, surely Routa can take a break and finally enjoy his pampered pooch life, right…? Of course not. With the recent spike in magical activity, a Hero has come sniffing around Feltbelk Forest. What ever will the famed monster hunter do when faced with Fenrir himself?
For readers ages 16 and up. (STL167961) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $14.00
DENPA BOOKS
OCT201856
BABY BEARS BAKERY GN VOL 01 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A) Kanen Totsu
Welcome to Baby Bear's Bakery, a brand new patisserie run by a bear cub! While Bear may be a fine baker, he is not much of a business animal, so he has plenty to learn about running a small business. Finances, customer service and even researching new products are all new to this cub. But he is more than willing to dig his paws into the world of entrepreneurship. Join Baby Bear as he grows his cake empire! (STL169331) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 120pgs, 2C SRP: $15.95
OCT201857
FEMME FATALE ART OF SHUZO OSHIMI SC (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A) Shuzo Oshimi
Shuzo Oshimi's impact on the English manga scene has never been in doubt. His talent to mix surreal designs and passionate, youthful narratives has made him a best-seller many times over. Commemorating twenty years of manga, Femme Fatale showcases of all of the full color artwork from artist Shuzo Oshimi. Featuring cover art, posters, promotional materials and never before translated comics, this is a definitive compilation of character art from one of the best known manga artists in the 21st-century. Concept art and promotional illustrations are also included giving readers a deeper look into Oshimi's processes and artistic mind. (STL169323) (C: 0-1-0) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
Art Book, SC, 7x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
OCT201858
PLEASURE & CORRUPTION GN VOL 04 (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A) You Someya
The shackles and pressures of modern society come off as Zen learns the rope arts from a lovely and mysterious classmate. With three members now in the rope arts club, the potential for hands-on practice and group bonding has improved greatly. Unfortunately, once the general public discovers what the club is up to, the three find themselves vulnerable to treachery from external forces they never knew were there. (STL152434) (C: 0-1-0)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXX #3 (MAR202445)
SC, 6x9, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
OCT201859
PLEASURE & CORRUPTION GN VOL 05 (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A) You Someya
Intimidating a domineering personality like Ayame takes a strong will and potentially equally disturbing mind. So, after avoiding several direct confrontations, Ayame and her rope arts club are now being attacked by classmates who wish to see the student body vice-president fall from grace. (STL169335) (C: 0-1-0) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
SC, 6x9, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
OCT201860
RAKUDA LAUGHS GN (C: 1-1-0)
(W/A) Katsuya Terada
New father and troubled yakuza Rakuda gets a call from his colleagues tasking him to dispose of a random body. The job is fishy, but when you are a gangster sometimes you have to just do what you're told. But in this case, who gave him the job is the problem. A young hustler named Amazaki has tasked him to take care of a corpse without any info on who the body is and how to get rid of it. Turns out the body belongs to their gang lord... Now the gang and the cops are after Rakuda. And with danger around every corner, there are now very few moments for jokes in Rakuda's world. (STL168620) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. NOTE: Not available in UK. (May purchase from UK vendor.)
SC, 6x9, 112pgs, PC SRP: $15.95
PROJECT H
STARS OF THE MONTH
OCT201861
NURSES PARADISE GN VOL 01 (OF 3) (A) (C: 1-0-0)
For more information on this item and a copy of the PREVIEWS Adult supplement, ask your local comic shop. (SEP131192) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & UK.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W (1 of 3) SRP: $17.95
OCT201862
NURSES PARADISE GN VOL 02 (OF 3) (A) (C: 1-0-0)
For more information on this item and a copy of the PREVIEWS Adult supplement, ask your local comic shop. (MAR141186) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & UK.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 6x8, 200pgs, B&W (2 of 3) SRP: $17.95
OCT201863
NURSES SECRETS GN (A) (C: 1-0-0)
For more information on this item and a copy of the PREVIEWS Adult supplement, ask your local comic shop. (JAN141188) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & UK.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 6x8, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $17.95
OCT201864
NURSES SWEET NAKED TRUTH GN (A) (C: 1-0-0)
For more information on this item and a copy of the PREVIEWS Adult supplement, ask your local comic shop. (MAY141420) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & UK.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 6x8, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $17.95
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FAKKU BOOKS
OCT201865
FRESH MEAT GN (A) (C: 1-1-0)
For more information on this item and a copy of the PREVIEWS Adult supplement, ask your local comic shop. (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not Availablle in East Asia, UK, or Canada.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 6x9, 222pgs, PC SRP: $19.95
OCT201866
KOGALS SLUTS & WHATEVER GN (A) (C: 1-1-0)
For more information on this item and a copy of the PREVIEWS Adult supplement, ask your local comic shop. (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Not Availablle in East Asia, UK, or Canada.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 6x9, 221pgs, PC SRP: $19.95
FANFARE presents PONENT MON
OCT201867
JOURNAL OF MY FATHER HC (C: 0-1-2)
(W/A/CA) Jiro Taniguchi
Yoichi Yamashita, spurred by a call informing him of his father's death, thinks of childhood. He returns to his hometown after a lengthy absence during which time he has not seen his father. As the relatives gather for the funeral and the stories start to flow, Yoichi's childhood starts to resurface. The Spring afternoons playing on the floor of his father's barber shop, the fire that ravaged the city and his family home, his parents' divorce and a new "mother." Through confidences and memories shared with those who knew him best, Yoichi rediscovers the man he had long considered an absent and rather cold father. (STL169536) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 7x9, 280pgs, B&W SRP: $26.00
J-NOVEL CLUB
OCT201868
INFINITE DENDROGRAM OMNIBUS GN VOL 01 (C: 1-1-0)
(W) Sakon Kaidou (A) Kami Imai
In the year 2043, Infinite Dendrogram, the world's first successful full-dive VRMMO (Virtual Reality Massive Multiplayer Online RPG) was released. In addition to its ability to perfectly simulate the five senses, along with its many other amazing features, the game promised to offer players a world full of infinite possibilities. Nearly two years later, soon-to-be college freshman, Reiji Mukudori, is finally able to buy a copy of the game and start playing. With some help from his experienced older brother, Shu, and his partner Nemesis, Reiji embarks on an adventure into the world of Infinite Dendrogram. Just what will he discover and encounter in this game world known for its incredible realism and infinite possibilities? Collects volumes 1 and 2. (STL168709) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only in US, Canada, and US territories.
SC, 5x7, 360pgs, PC SRP: $19.99
OCT201869
MARGINAL OPERATION GN VOL 04 (C: 0-1-0)
(W) Yuri Shibamura (A) Daisuke Kimura
Ryouta Arata is an otaku who's just lost his job after the dissolution of his company. Unwilling to return to his old NEET ways, he applies online to a private military security company, thinking the benefits to be promising. After what appears to be a baffling test, he's assigned to be an "operator of operators" and begins his training in a foreign country. The life of a private mercenary is far more grueling than he could have ever imagined! (STL169333) (C: 0-1-0) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. NOTE: No countries actually denied.
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, PC SRP: $14.99
OCT201870
MARGINAL OPERATION GN VOL 03 (C: 0-1-0)
(W) Yuri Shibamura (A) Daisuke Kimura
Ryouta Arata is an otaku who's just lost his job after the dissolution of his company. Unwilling to return to his old NEET ways, he applies online to a private military security company, thinking the benefits to be promising. After what appears to be a baffling test, he's assigned to be an "operator of operators" and begins his training in a foreign country. The life of a private mercenary is far more grueling than he could have ever imagined! (STL169332) (C: 0-1-0) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. NOTE: No countries actually denied.
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, PC SRP: $14.99
OCT201871
I SHALL SURVIVE USING POTIONS LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 03 (C: 1-1-
(W) FUNA (A) Sukima
Kaoru has been reincarnated in another world and receives a cheat ability that allows her to create potions as an apology for her death. After creating a commotion wherever she goes with her powers and calling upon the Goddess Celes to create miracles, her travels have led her to the Kingdom of Jusral. She opens up a medicine shop there and finally strives to live a quiet life selling her medicinal potions... but her medicine is so effective that even the army and nobles come rushing in! (STL168710) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only in US, Canada, and US territories.
Light Novel, SC, 5x7, 250pgs, PC SRP: $14.99
OCT201872
OTHERSIDE PICNIC LIGHT NOVEL OMNIBUS (MR) (C: 0-1-1)
(W) lori Miyazawa (A) shirakaba
Sorawo Kamikoshi's first encounter with Toriko Nishina was on the Otherside, after seeing something otherwordly and nearly dying. Ever since that day, Sorawo's life as an exhausted university student changed forever. In the Otherside, a place where internet urban legends become real, dangerous beings like the Kunekune and Hasshaku-sama appear, despite only being spoken of in ghost stories on the internet. Toriko and Sorawo set foot into this abnormal world for research, for profit, and to find a missing person that is near and dear to someone's heart. Contains the complete volumes 1-2! (STL168708) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
Light Novel, SC, 5x7, 450pgs, B&W SRP: $22.99
ONE PEACE BOOKS
OCT201873
HINAMATSURI GN VOL 11 (C: 0-1-2)
(W/A/CA) Masao Ohtake
Yoshifumi Nitta. Age: 36. Occupation: Yakuza. Number of children: 1. (Erm… Kind of.) When you're stuck in an endless sprint on the fast track to success and busy maintaining your image as the fearsome "Monster of the Modern Era," there's never a moment to just kick back and relax. But now, Nitta comes head to head with an entirely new threat: High school student and entrepreneur extraordinaire Hitomi Mishima. Get ready for a sales strategy showdown between monster mobster and talented teenager! (STL169526) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
STARS OF THE MONTH
OCT201874
HINAMATSURI GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Masao Ohtake
Nitta is an ambitious, young member of the Ashikawa-gumi yakuza syndicate. One day, a mysterious, oval-shaped object falls out of thin air into his apartment, and suddenly changes everything! Inside the object is an expressionless young girl named Hina. The girl has formidable telekinetic powers that she uses to threaten Nitta, forcing him to allow her to live in his apartment. Dangers abound as the yakuza member and young psychic begin their life together as roommates! For readers ages 13 and up! (STL091388) (JUL182444)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
OCT201875
HINAMATSURI GN VOL 02
(W/A/CA) Masao Ohtake
Nitta is an ambitious, young member of the Ashikawa-gumi yakuza syndicate. One day, a mysterious, oval-shaped object falls out of thin air into his apartment, and suddenly changes everything! Inside of the object is an expressionless young girl named Hina. The girl has formidable telekinetic powers that she uses to threaten Nitta, forcing him to allow her to live in his apartment. Dangers abound as the yakuza member and young psychic begin their life together as roommates! Originally a one-shot published in the Japanese manga magazine Fellows!, Hinamatsuri quickly became a favorite following its serialization. And now, propelled to success by the passionate support from fans, the strange world of Hinamatsuri is finally being published as a trade paperback!
For readers ages 13 and up! (STL107925) (DEC182355)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
OCT201876
HINAMATSURI GN VOL 03
(W/A/CA) Masao Ohtake
The Doll Festival, or Hinamatsuri, is a celebration held in hopes that young girls grow up healthy and happy. Fortunately, as the bizarre world of Hinamatsuri continues to unfold, our beloved characters are all doing just that: audacious-little-psychokinetic Hina, brave-homeless-girl Anzu, and talented-junior-high-schooler Hitomi. For readers ages 13 and up! (STL119223) (APR192306)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
OCT201877
HINAMATSURI GN VOL 04
(W/A/CA) Masao Ohtake
It has been some time since Hina first used her immense powers to threaten Nitta and claim a spot in his home, settling into her new life in modern Japan and spending most of her time lazing about. But now, something seems to have changed. First, Hina's inner hard-rockin' spirit begins to thrash out. Then, she gets herself involved in the world of shady lending. And finally, she starts taking lessons in social etiquette and the arts? What on earth has gotten into this girl? Also revealed in this volume is Hina's mysterious classmate, Sayo Aizawa-until now just a strange presence appearing in occasional panels. For readers ages 13 and up! (STL125768) (JUN192226)
SC, 5x7, 190pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
OCT201878
HINAMATSURI GN VOL 05
(W/A/CA) Masao Ohtake
She cries. She smiles. She's the other psychokinetic girl we've come to know! Anzu continues to enjoy an impoverished, yet delightful, life with her homeless compatriots. But when the park they all call home is slated for removal, the other residents don't even put up a fight. They decide it's a lost cause and prepare to move on, but Anzu acts on her own initiative, setting in motion a plan to protect her one and only "home." Get ready for countless tears and smiles from Anzu, the brave psychokinetic homeless girl! For readers ages 13 and up! (STL132230) (AUG192554)
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
OCT201879
HINAMATSURI GN VOL 06
(W/A/CA) Masao Ohtake
Hitomi is in the first grade of middle school, where she's in charge of taking care of Hina, her hapless classmate. Her kindhearted nature prevents her from turning down any request for help, and she seems to have a knack for everything she tries. The two traits are a catastrophic combination that lead to Hitomi working downtown as a bartender after school, where her drive toward perfection and skill with customers rockets her to notoriety as a bartending prodigy. When Hitomi's mother finds out about her daughter's nighttime gig, things blow up at home and Hitomi decides to run away. (STL138432) (OCT192398)
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OCT201880
HINAMATSURI GN VOL 07
(W/A/CA) Masao Ohtake
Get ready for more adventures with the psychokinetic girl and her yakuza caretaker! The mysterious Kei continues to observe Hina from a safe distance. Once her investigation is complete, it will be time to move on to the next mission: bring Hana back. Is Nitta and Hina's life together about to the come to an end?! Find out in the volume 7 of Hinamatsuri! For readers ages 13 and up! (STL144449) (DEC192174)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
OCT201881
HINAMATSURI GN VOL 08
(W/A/CA) Masao Ohtake
A third psychokinetic girl appears! Yet another girl is summoned to try and drag Hina back to their world! After Anzu, this makes three! The new girl's name? Mao. There's only one small hiccup: when Mao arrives, she finds herself stuck on a solitary island way out in the ocean. It looks like this psychokinetic girl's gonna be busy polishing up on her wilderness survival skills first. Meanwhile, Anzu tries out her first day of school, and Hitomi continues to rise to new, international heights when she finds herself on a short-term exchange program. (STL156193) (APR202426)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
OCT201882
HINAMATSURI GN VOL 09
(W/A/CA) Masao Ohtake
One day a little girl with bewildering supernatural powers dropped right into the middle of an ambitious young yakuza member's life. His name was Yoshifumi Nitta, and hers was Hina. Thus began their days together (forcibly, thanks to Hina's powers). Now a year has passed, Nitta has taken over the title of lieutenant in his syndicate, and he seems to be doing well enough in his role as Hina's pretend father. Yet the duo's time together is rarely peaceful; every day seems to hold a new calamity in store. (STL158921) (JUN201660)
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
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OCT201883
REPRISE OF THE SPEAR HERO GN VOL 03 (C: 0-1-2)
(W/A/CA) Aneko Yusagi
Don't like the outcome? Then start over and do it again! The exhilarating, otherworldly redemption fantasy continues! After finally getting rid of their Church of the Three Heroes pursuers, Motoyasu and Naofumi arrive in Siltvelt. But once there, things still don't go as smoothly as planned. (STL169525) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
STARS OF THE MONTH
OCT201884
REPRISE OF THE SPEAR HERO GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Aneko Yusagi
Don't like the outcome? Then start over and do it again! An exhilarating, new otherworldly redemption fantasy begins in this spin-off of the massively popular otherworldly fantasy, the Rising of the Shield Hero! Motoyasu Kitamura is summoned to another world to serve as the Spear Hero, but something eventually manages to kill him. When he dies Motoyasu suddenly finds himself back on the day he was first summoned to the new world-without losing any of his power! It's the start of a new game in god mode! This time he's determined to get things right-for the sake of his beloved Filo-tan, the magnificent filolials, and his "father," the Shield Hero. (STL135484) (SEP192337)
SC, 5x7, 168pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
OCT201885
REPRISE OF THE SPEAR HERO GN VOL 02
(W/A/CA) Aneko Yusagi
Having obtained the ability Time Reversal, the Spear Hero Motoyasu Kitamura uses his power to change the past in his quest for world peace and to fulfill the wishes of his beloved Filo. In order to achieve his goal, he must protect the life of Naofumi Iwatani, whose safety is one of the conditions of the time loop. Under the belief that Naofumi's life is in danger in Melromarc, Motoyasu and Naofumi travel to Siltvelt. But even in Siltvelt, what disasters will befall them? (STL153263) (MAR202459)
SC, 5x7, 400pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
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SEVEN SEAS ENTERTAINMENT LLC
OCT201886
A CENTAURS LIFE GN VOL 19 (MR) (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Kei Murayama
Himeno is a sweet, shy girl, who, like many teens her age, struggles with the trials and tribulations of attending high school. The difference is she's a centaur; but she's not alone. In fact, all of her classmates are supernatural creatures, sporting either horns, wings, tails, halos, or some other unearthly body appendage. Yet despite their fantastical natures, Himeno and her best friends — dragon-winged Nozomi, and Kyoko with her spiraled horns — are down to earth, fun-loving teenagers who grapple with issues of life and love in a mostly normal daily school setting. (STL168688) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201887
ANCIENT MAGUS BRIDE FAERIE CASE FILES GN VOL 02 JACK FLASH (
(W) Kore Yamazaki, Yuu Godai (A/CA) Mako Oikawa
An exciting new spin-off for the bestselling franchise The Ancient Magus' Bride! Fae detective Jack Flash and her half-wolf partner Larry have their work cut out for them when they're up against supernatural happenings in America! Don't miss this spin-off manga with the characters made popular in the light novel The Ancient Magus' Bride: The Golden Yarn. (STL168689) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201888
CONDITIONS OF PARADISE AZURE DREAMS GN (MR) (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Kodama Naoko
The third book in yuri superstar Akiko Morishima's series The Conditions of Paradise!
Another collection of manga tales about multiple lesbian couples, exploring adult women balancing work, life, and their love for each other. (STL164135) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
RES. from Previews Vol. XXX #8 (AUG201968)
SC, 6x8, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201889
CUTIE & BEAST GN VOL 02 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A) Yuhi Azumi
Unlike her friends who are into pretty boys, Momoka has a crush on a giant professional wrestler named Kuga who plays a villainous heel on TV. But in real life, Kuga is a big softie, and he really appreciates her fan mail! In this lighthearted romantic comedy, a little TV crush for a very big man might just grow into something more. (STL168691) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201890
DEMON GIRL NEXT DOOR GN VOL 01 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A) Izumo Ito
The hilarious manga about a weak demon girl and her powerful magical girl! Yoshida Yuko was living a perfectly normal (if poverty-stricken) life, but at the age of fifteen, she suddenly sprouts demon horns and a tail! Her mother explains that she's actually a demon named Shadow Mistress Yuko, once sealed away and cursed so that her family would remain poor for generations. Now Yuko can break that very curse if she defeats Chiyoda Momo, a magical girl who goes to her school... but Momo is stronger than she is, knows how to manage magical powers, and is so freaking nice that she's actually helping Yuko out of scrapes! Yuko's too weak and uncoordinated to straight-up kill Momo, even if she wanted to, but she can't just be buddies with this generous magical girl, either — she has to break the curse on her family somehow. What's a demon girl to do? (STL168659) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
OCT201891
EVEN THOUGH WERE ADULTS GN VOL 01 (MR) (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A) Takako Shimura
From the critically acclaimed creator of Wandering Son, a heart-tugging manga about two busy women who think they've figured out the whole adulting thing... until they fall in love with each other. Ayano, an elementary school teacher in her thirties, stops by a bar one day and meets another woman named Shuri. Sparks fly as the two chat, and before the night is over, Ayano even goes in for a kiss. Shuri is intrigued but confused… especially when she discovers that Ayano has a husband! Both Ayano and Shuri are about to find out that love doesn't get any easier, even as you grow older. (STL168661) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201892
GAL GOHAN GN VOL 06 (MR) (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Marii Taiyou
Miku Okazaki is a "gal": a fun-loving high school student who expresses herself through bleached hair, sexy clothes, and heaps of accessories. Unfortunately, she's also flunking every class! When she asks her Home Economics teacher, Shinji Yabe, to help her bake cookies for her disappointed teachers, she finds a new excitement in that small success — and Shinji is moved by her enthusiasm. Shinji decides to start a cooking club to better connect with his students, and Miku is first in line to join! (STL168692) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201893
GIGANT GN VOL 04 (MR) (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Hiroya Oku
Rei Yokoyamada, a high schooler whose father works for a film production company, is inspired to create his own short film with his friends. One day, while out to find actors, he spots tabloid-like notices that the adult film star Papico lives in his area. When he takes them down to protect her, he runs into the woman herself. Little does he know that Papico is about to get dragged into a strange, supernatural happening... where she grows to the size of a giant! (STL168693) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201894
HIDDEN DUNGEON ONLY I CAN ENTER GN VOL 02 (C: 0-1-1)
(W) Meguru Seto (A) Tomoyuki Hino (CA) Enoki Tomoyuki
Noir is the son of a minor noble with very little to his name other than a job offer — which is canceled before he can even start his first day. He does possess one rare trait, though: the magical ability to consult with a great sage, even if using the skill gives him terrible headaches! Unsure of what his future holds, he accesses the sage for advice on how to move forward and is directed to a secret dungeon filled with rare beasts and magical items. It is here that Noir will train, compiling experience and wealth, until he's powerful enough to change his fate. (STL168694) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201895
HIMOUTO UMARI CHAN GN VOL 12 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Sankaku Head
In public, Umaru Doma appears to be the perfect high school student: hard-working, refined, and totally responsible. But the minute she gets home to her older brother Taihei — and dons her famous hamster hoodie — she devolves into the ultimate bratty little sister! She's happy to roll around all day in an otaku cloud of games and junk food while her exhausted older brother takes care of everything in the house. In this hilarious comedy about family, friendship, and the nonsense we put up with (from the people we love), Umaru and Taihei will find a way to make it work! (STL168695) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 182pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201896
KUMA KUMA KUMA BEAR GN VOL 04 (C: 0-1-0)
(W) Kumanano (A/CA) Sergei
Fifteen-year-old Yuna prefers staying home and obsessively playing her favorite VRMMO game to doing anything else, including going to school. When a strange new update gives her a one-of-a-kind bear outfit that comes with overpowered abilities, Yuna is torn: the outfit is unbearably cute, but too embarrassing to wear in-game. But then she suddenly finds herself transported into the world of the game, facing down monsters and magic for real, and the bear suit becomes the best weapon she has! (STL168696) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201897
MACHIMAHO MADE WRONG PERSON MAGICAL GIRL GN VOL 07 (MR) (C:
(W/A/CA) Souryuu
While searching for a brave candidate to become a magical girl and defend the world from evil, a mythical creature finds Kayo Majiba, a cute young lady who seems like the perfect fit. But when this newly turned magical girl proves to be a crude delinquent who goes berserk in a conflict, it becomes clear that this may have been a terrible mistake. Now evil — and any innocent bystanders — will face the rage of a magical girl gone wrong! (STL168697) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201898
MAGICAL GIRL SITE GN VOL 14 (MR) (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Sato Kentaro
Asagiri Aya is a young girl who has fallen victim to bullies at her school. Looking for a way to escape her troubles, she looks to the Internet for distraction, when a mysterious website called “Magical Girl Site” appears. Simply viewing the page is all it takes to hurtle Aya headlong into the deadly world of the Magical Girl Apocalypse. There, it’s fight or die, against a seemingly endless array of savagely adorable, frilly-skirted killing machines, each armed with magical powers and an unquenchable thirst for blood and chaos. (STL168698) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201899
MAGICAL GIRL SPECIAL OPS ASUKA GN VOL 10 (MR) (C: 0-1-0)
(W) Makoto Fukami (A/CA) Seigo Tokiya
When the Earth was threatened by the sudden appearance of undead creatures, a group of young women blessed with powers from a mysterious source rose to defeat them. Now, after three years of apparent peace, the same malevolent creatures have resurfaced. Five magical girls are once again conscripted to war as the Magical Girl Special Ops force, to defend mankind from an unholy nemesis! (STL168699) (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201900
MY ALCOHOLIC ESCAPE FROM REALITY GN (MR) (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Kabi Nagata
An emotional new diary comic from Nagata Kabi, creator of My Lesbian Experience with Loneliness. Nagata Kabi's downward spiral is getting out of control, and she can't stop drinking to soothe the ache of reality. After suffering from unbearable stomach pains, she goes to the hospital, where she is diagnosed with pancreatitis — and is immediately hospitalized. A new chapter unfolds in Nagata Kabi's life, as she struggles to find her way back to reality and manga creation in the wake of her breakdown. (STL168657) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 136pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
OCT201901
NIRVANA GN VOL 05 (C: 0-1-0)
(W) ZOWLS (A/CA) Sayuki
Yachiyo Hitotose has always striven to be helpful, volunteering and sacrificing her time and energy in respect of her late Mother’s memory. When the opportunity arises to travel overseas as a relief volunteer, Hitose is quick to accept. But when her plane crashes, she suddenly awakens to find herself in a strange world of magic and mysticism. In a realm where reincarnations and fate dictate the lives of those with in it, Hitose must discover how to get home, and why a mysterious keepsake from her Mother may be more important than she ever imagined. (STL169334) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201902
NON NON BIYORI GN VOL 14 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A/CA) Atto
Welcome to the countryside village of Asahigaoka, a quaint town far removed from the hustle-and-bustle of the big city. You couldn’t imagine a more isolated setting in all of Japan. So when Tokyo-raised elementary school student Hotaru Ichijo transfers to the tiny Asahigaoka Branch School due to her father’s job, she’s in for the culture shock of her life! (STL168701) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201903
OUR TEACHERS ARE DATING GN VOL 02 (MR) (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A) Pikachi Ohi
A sweet yuri romance between two teachers! Hayama-sensei and Terano-sensei are two women who work at the same school... and just started going out. They're a little shy about their budding relationship, but their co-workers — and even their students — are rooting for them as they bumble their way through love! (STL168702) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201904
ROZI IN THE LABYRINTH GN VOL 01 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A) totsuki Shiya
In this lavishly illustrated manga, a young girl — guided by handsome monster boys — adventures through a beautiful and mysterious labyrinth made of back-alley streets! In a labyrinthine world made of endless alleys, transformed humans fill the quaint stone streets and magical shops. Rozi is a young girl in this surreal and beautiful place, guided by kind supernatural men who strive to protect her from the dangers that lurk in her dazzling surroundings. An adventure full of wonder and mystery is about to begin! (STL168663) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201905
SHOMIN SAMPLE ABDUCTED BY ELITE ALL GIRLS SCHOOL GN VOL 14 (
(W) Nanatsuki Takafumi (A/CA) Risumai
Seikain Girls' School: an elite boarding academy for girls from only the richest and most prestigious of families. Here, the students are raised to be perfect young ladies, cut off from the real world to preserve their innocence and ensure that they're free from all distractions. This student body has never even met a boy their own age, until they abduct Kagurazaka Kimito, an average high school boy who will teach them about the world beyond the school's ivory gates — whether he likes it or not! (STL168704) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201906
TAMAMO CHANS A FOX GN VOL 01 (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A) Ray Yuuki
A charming comedy about a fox from Kyoto who becomes human so she can attend high school — but doesn't quite get the transformation right! Tamamo is a fox from the Inari Shrine in Kyoto, who may or may not also be a goddess. She longs to try "high school" and all the fun and drama therein, so she transforms into a human girl — but her technique isn't perfect, so she doesn't change completely. Adults don't seem to notice her furry form, and her classmates pretend that she's like the other girls, but Tamamo is definitely shaking up their ordinary high school life! (STL168665) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201907
WHITE ROSE IN BLOOM GN VOL 01 (MR) (C: 0-1-1)
(W/A) Asumiko Nakamura
A yuri story about romance between girls from the creator of the modern BL classic Classmates: Dou kyu sei! Ruby is a student at an elite European boarding school. Things are going pretty well for her until she finds out that she won't be able to go home at Christmas. Instead, she'll be stuck at school with only one other studentaloof and beautiful Stephcompany. As Ruby tries to understand Steph, she becomes more and more interested in the other girl. But can she break through Steph's icy exterior? (STL168667) (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201908
BERSERK OF GLUTTONY LIGHT NOVEL VOL 01 (C: 0-1-1)
(W) Isshiki Ichika (A) fame
A strikingly illustrated dark fantasy, in which a frail young man's terrible magic could lead him to ultimate power! Fate Graphite has never tasted real power. Born with the magical skill Gluttony, he has been shunned and looked down upon his entire life, and constantly hungers in a way that can't be satiated. One day, while working as a gatekeeper for a noble family and fighting a trespassing thief, he discovers Gluttony's true power: when he kills someone, he devours their skills and feeds his gnawing hunger at last. In that grisly realization, Fate is awakened to his true potential. How many lives will he feed on to satisfy this hunger, and is the world ready for the terrifying warrior he'll become? (STL168670) (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 5x7, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201909
CLASSROOM OF ELITE LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 07 (C: 0-1-1)
(W) Syougo Kinugasa (A/CA) Shunsaku Tomose
Students of the prestigious Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School are given remarkable freedom — if they can win, barter, or save enough points to work their way up the ranks! Ayanokoji Kiyotaka has landed at the bottom in the scorned Class D, where he meets Horikita Suzune, who's determined to rise up the ladder to Class A. Can they beat the system in a school where cutthroat competition is the name of the game? (STL168690) (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 5x7, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201910
MONSTER GIRL DOCTOR LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 07 (MR) (C: 0-1-0)
(W) Oriko Yoshino (A/CA) Z-Ton
Along with his lamia assistant Sapphee, Dr. Glenn runs a medical clinic in the town of Lindworm where monsters and humans coexist. His reputation for responding to the daily medical visits of monster girls is unparalleled. Whether being proposed to by a centaur injured in battle, palpating the injury of a mermaid, or suturing the delicate wounds of a flesh golem, Dr. Glenn responds to his job with grace and confidence. But, when an unsavory character seeks to steal a harpy egg, how will the unflappable Dr. Glenn respond? (STL168700) (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
Novel, SC, 6x9, 240pgs, PC SRP: $14.99
OCT201911
MUSCLES ARE BETTER THAN MAGIC LIGHT NOVEL VOL 01 (C: 0-1-1)
(W) Doraneko (A) Relucy
A comedic fantasy romp where one man's amazing muscles overcome every magical challenge! For ten years, Yuri has lived alone in the forest, training his muscles day and night to hone his body into the ultimate fighting machine. But when the beautiful elf Filia stumbles upon his home, she begs him to help her escape the forest. There's just one problem: Yuri's never left the woods, and besides, this odd couple can't seem to agree on anything. It's the beginning of a wacky journey through strange lands and stranger adventures! (STL168687) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201912
REINCARNATED AS A SWORD LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 07 (C: 0-1-1)
(W) Yuu Tanaka (A/CA) Llo
When a 30-year-old salaryman and games enthusiast is suddenly killed in a car accident, he finds himself reborn into a fantasy world… but in the form of a sword! Now he's in search of a beautiful woman to wield him, and a cat girl named Fran might be the exact adventuring partner he needs. (STL168703) (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 5x7, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
OCT201913
RESTAURANT TO ANOTHER WORLD LIGHT NOVEL VOL 05 (C: 0-1-1)
(W) Junpei Inuzuka (A/CA) Katsumi Enami
Western Cuisine Nekoya seems like an average restaurant, but they're hiding a secret: on Saturdays, they open portals to another world! These portals allow in fantasy creatures to sit down for a nice meal. Elves, dragons, or anyone else who wants to dine on earth cuisine is welcome. Bon Appétit! (STL168706) (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 280pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
SQUARE ENIX MANGA
OCT201914
APOTHECARY DIARIES GN VOL 01 (C: 0-1-0)
(W) Natsu Hyuuga (A) Nekokurage
After breaking a "curse" on the imperial heirs, a palace servant with training in herbal medicine is promoted up the ranks to food taster… and right into the thick of palace intrigue in this lushly illustrated period mystery series! Maomao, a young woman trained in the art of herbal medicine, is forced to work as a lowly servant in the inner palace. Though she yearns for life outside its perfumed halls, she isn't long for a life of drudgery! Using her wits to break a "curse" afflicting the imperial heirs, Maomao attracts the attentions of the handsome eunuch Jinshi and is promoted to attendant food taster. But Jinshi has other plans for the erstwhile apothecary, and soon Maomao is back to brewing potions and… solving mysteries?! (STL168565) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99
OCT201915
HI SCORE GIRL GN VOL 05 (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A) Rensuke Oshikiri
Hi Score Girl, Rensuke Oshikiri’s love letter to arcade gaming, finally comes to print! The year is 1995, and 3D has hit its peak in the world of good old fighting games, as everyone and their mother tries to capitalize on the trend. And in an arcade on the outskirts of town, where crane games and sticker booths are taking over, one girl gazes off into the distance… (STL168549) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201916
MY DRESS UP DARLING GN VOL 03 (C: 0-1-0)
(W/A) Shinichi Fukuda
Wakana and Marin make it through their very first cosplay event, and not long after, Marin's heart undergoes a change…?! But that's not going to stop her cosplaying! To research their next project, the duo decide to watch the anime it's based on…but on screening night, they wind up alone together…?! And with JuJu, another gorgeous cosplayer, dropping by Wakana's house… it seems like a love triangle is abrew! (STL168552) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
OCT201917
SUPPOSE A KID FROM LAST DUNGEON MOVED GN VOL 03 (C: 0-1-0)
(W) Toshio Satou (A/CA) Hajime Fusemachi
Having at long last successfully enrolled at the Military Academy, young Lloyd is enjoying student life! When the Azami Kingdom hosts a sorcery tournament, Lloyd agrees to join in and starts training his magic! As mages from across the continent gather, among them is someone who has quite a bit of history with Riho, the One-Armed Mercenary… (STL168554) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 210pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99
OCT201918
WANDERING WITCH GN VOL 02 (C: 0-1-0)
(W) Jougi Shiraishi (A) Itsuki Nanao (CA) Azuru
As the wandering witch Elaina continues on her travels, she meets a boy who collects happiness in a bottle to give to someone he loves, a bedridden young man who makes peace with his end, and a mysterious princess in the royal palace of a ruined country. When travel fatigue begins to set in, Elaina reunites with her mentor Fran, the Stardust Witch, who rekindles Elaina’s passion for her journey. (STL168566) (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99
THIRD EDITION
OCT201919
BERSERK WITH DARKNESS INK HC (C: 1-1-0)
(W) Quentin "Alt 236" Boeton
Berserk is a manga which stands out for its rich, twisted and dark universe. It is a clever alchemy between the stories of Elric of Melniboné, Hieronymus Bosch's paintings, and Gustave Dore's engravings. This book reviews Berserk's story and all aspects of Kentaro Miura's life, the manga's author. It also deciphers the work's entire dark fantasy world. (STL168540) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only within US and territories.
Reference Book, HC, 9x12, 240pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
OCT201920
IMPACT OF AKIRA HC (C: 1-1-0)
(W) Remi Lopez
A global manga phenomenon in the early 1990s, Akira is a futuristic depiction with apocalyptic elements set in a Neo-Tokyo on the brink of civil war. Katsuhiro Otomo's work is a graphical and narrative treasure trove, confronting the revolutionary views of a disillusioned youth with the danger of scientific progress spiraling out of control. This book provides the social and historical context of Katsuhiro Otomo's manga, which is reflected in its themes, and is intended to help the Western reader get a better grasp of this major Japanese comic book's essence. (STL168539) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only within US and territories.
Reference Book, HC, 9x12, 192pgs, FC SRP: $29.95
OCT201921
WORKS OF HAYAO MIYAZAKI HC (C: 1-1-0)
(W) Gael Berton
His poetic directing and universal themes, such as the importance of nature, have turned Hayao Miyazaki into one of the most respected artists on the movie and animation scene. Initially intended for Japan only, his works eventually reached the Western market. Spirited Away is one of the most successful animated movies worldwide. This book aims to explore the personality of this unusual author and his collaborators, and to decipher, movie by movie, the profound themes found throughout his entire work, which reveal the humanist nature of this essential filmmaker. (STL168538) (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: Available only within US and territories.
Reference Book, HC, 9x12, 200pgs, FC SRP: $29.95