STIGMATA LOVE BITES GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Hidebu Takahashi
Officer Asako, part of a special investigations unit, has the unique ability to react to the residual thoughts of murder victims, replicating their wounds on his own body. Together with his partner, the reserved Superintendent Kuroiwa, he works hard to solve the toughest of cases.
MY DEAREST PATROLMAN GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Niyama
When a young patrolman gets assigned to a small town, he runs into an old acquaintance, and a casual comment from the older man leads to a fluttering heart and renewed feelings.
TEAM DARKSTALKERS #1 CVR A STEINBACH
(W) Tim Seeley (A) Alberto Alburquerque (CA) Hanzo Steinbach
The newly-reborn Shadow Lady Jedah threatens two worlds, uniting both the Night Warriors and World Warriors to stand against her! B.B.Hood, Felicia, and Morrigan team up with Cammy, Rose, Gill, and more to fight to save existence as they know it! (STL335459) Scheduled to ship in October 2024.
32pgs, FC SRP: $4.99
TEAM DARKSTALKERS #1 CVR B ALBURQUERQUE
(W) Tim Seeley (A/CA) Alberto Alburquerque
The newly-reborn Shadow Lady Jedah threatens two worlds, uniting both the Night Warriors and World Warriors to stand against her! B.B.Hood, Felicia, and Morrigan team up with Cammy, Rose, Gill, and more to fight to save existence as they know it! (STL335460) Scheduled to ship in October 2024.
32pgs, FC SRP: $4.99
TEAM DARKSTALKERS #1 CVR C ALBURQUERQUE
(W) Tim Seeley (A/CA) Alberto Alburquerque
The newly-reborn Shadow Lady Jedah threatens two worlds, uniting both the Night Warriors and World Warriors to stand against her! B.B.Hood, Felicia, and Morrigan team up with Cammy, Rose, Gill, and more to fight to save existence as they know it! (STL335461) Scheduled to ship in October 2024.
32pgs, FC SRP: $4.99
TEAM DARKSTALKERS #1 CVR D BLANK SKETCH
(W) Tim Seeley (A) Alberto Alburquerque (CA) Blank Sketch Cover
The newly-reborn Shadow Lady Jedah threatens two worlds, uniting both the Night Warriors and World Warriors to stand against her! B.B.Hood, Felicia, and Morrigan team up with Cammy, Rose, Gill, and more to fight to save existence as they know it! (STL335462) Scheduled to ship in October 2024.
32pgs, FC SRP: $6.99
DARKSTALKERS RISE OF THE NIGHT WARRIORS HC (O/A)
(W) Ken Siu-Chong (A) Alvin Lee & Various (CA) Edwin Huang
New hardcover collection celebrating the 25th anniversary of Darkstalkers! Morrigan, Demitri, Felicia, Donovan, Victor, Talbain, and more of your favorite Darkstalkers battle it out for control of the night. Featuring both the complete Darkstalkers and Darkstalkers: The Night Warriors comic series, this oversized collection also includes every Darkstalkers bonus story and variant cover. (STL129359) Available Now!
HC, 256pgs, FC SRP: $49.99
STREET FIGHTER VS DARKSTALKERS UNDERWORLD WARRIORS HC (O/A)
(W) Ken Siu-Chong, Matt Moylan (A) Edwin Huang, Hanzo Steinbach (CA) Edwin Huang
New hardcover collection celebrating the 25th anniversary of Darkstalkers! When the World Warriors meet the Night Warriors -- they'll raise Hell! These time-tested combatants have met many times in the arcades, but nothing can prepare you for their first action-packed, fan service-fueled comic crossover! Villains will unite, friends will become foes, and the worlds of Street Fighter and Darkstalkers will be changed forever! Collects the complete Street Fighter VS Darkstalkers comic series, plus all bonus stories and variant covers. (STL129364) Available Now!
HC, 256pgs, FC SRP: $49.99
BUBBLEGUM CRISIS COMPLETE ARCHIVE HC
(W) Jason Hofius (A) Kenichi Sonoda & Various
Mega-Tokyo 2032 - the members of a gigantic mega-corporation have used artificial lifeforms called Boomers to carry out their evil plans. An all-female group of vigilantes called the Knight Sabers dawn high-tech mechanized power armor to take on and defeat the Boomers before any more destruction can take place!
MANGA BIOGRAPHIES CHARLES SCHULZ CREATOR SNOOPY & PEANUTS GN
(W/A/CA) Yuzuru Kiku
Charles M. Schulz is the creator of Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Woodstock, and many more wonderful characters who inhabit the world of Peanuts. Now, learn how a shy, young Schulz first became a cartoonist and how he spent nearly 50 years drawing the beloved newspaper comic strip which has captivated the hearts of readers worldwide. The Manga Biographies series explores the fascinating lives of legendary figures who accomplished extraordinary feats, all told through the fantastic lens of Japanese manga storytelling. (STL331099) Scheduled to ship in October 2024.
SC, 168pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
MY STEPMOMS DAUGHTER IS MY EX GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W) Kyosuke Kamishiro (A/CA) Rei Kusakabe
The EX-couple who live under one roof become closer after a turbulent medical emergency! EX-girlfriend Yume has a fever and asks her EX-boyfriend, Mizuto, for a favor: 'I would like you to hold my hand ' Yume, are you sure about your feelings !? The intensely-sweet and tantalizing romantic comedy about a bickering couple continues in this second volume! (STL320507) Scheduled to ship in October 2024.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 162pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
DESTROY ALL HUMANS CANT BE REGENERATED MTG MANGA GN VOL 01
(W) Katsura Ise (A/CA) Takuma Yokota
It's the nineties at Tokiwaga Middle School. And for gamers like Hajime Kano, the release of Magic: The Gathering means nothing will ever be the same again!
UNCANNY ORIGINS OF FEAR HC
(W/A/CA) Junji Ito
Why are we drawn to fear?
MY NAME IS SHINGO PERFECT ED HC VOL 03
(W/A/CA) Kauzo Umezz
When Satoru is dragged off to Niigata and Marin to England, the robot Monroe is left alone at the factory. The abandoned Monroe then escapes, leaving all three friends to face the world without one another.
STEEL OF THE CELESTIAL SHADOWS GN VOL 04
(W/A/CA) Daruma Matsuura
Down-and-out samurai Ryudo Konosuke has a supernatural gift, but it is a power that has ruined his life. For the gifted, their abilities can be a double-edged sword, granting amazing abilities yet threatening to overwhelm them at the same time. After escaping from some assassins, Konosuke and Aki both struggle not to lose themselves to their gifts. Then a new ally relates the secret story of Lord Haretake of the Tsuchimikado clan. Konosuke will stop at nothing to find his love, Tsuki, but Lord Haretake needs her divine power for his own dark plans...
RECORD OF RAGNAROK GN VOL 12
(W) Shinya Umemura, Takumi Fukui (A/CA) Azychika
Round six is in full swing, with a laconic Buddha battling the enraged Zerofuku! But Buddha is the Enlightened One, capable of seeing into the future. How did he achieve this state, and will it help him prevail in this fight? Zerofuku, long frustrated by Buddha's ability to bring happiness to people, digs further into the darkest depths of his soul trying to find an advantage. What he comes up with is a new horror even Buddha doesn't see coming
BOYS ABYSS GN VOL 07
(W/A/CA) Ryo Minenami
As Reiji and his mother recover in the hospital from their injuries, they receive a series of visitors with differing agendas: Gen, Esemori, and Chako. Then Nagi is attacked! Plus, Gen not only reveals a dark secret from his past but makes a surprising love confession...
MAGILUMIERE MAGICAL GIRLS INC GN VOL 04
(W) Sekka Iwata (A/CA) Yu Aoki
Kana's wins as a magical girl keep piling up! Not only is she impressing the heck out of her coworkers, but she even inspired a prodigy broom engineer to build her a custom rig specially modded to suit all her needs. But while everyone else is singing her praises, Kana is starting to feel a little overwhelmed. Especially when she gets her latest assignment-training the newest Magilumiere hire!
SNOWBALL EARTH GN VOL 03
(W/A/CA) Yuhiro Tsujitsugu
After meeting the survivors of the icy apocalypse who are holed up in Mishima Mall, Tetsuo makes a few attempts at making friends. His defeat of the kaiju that attacked the mall has made him a hero to the inhabitants, but before he can establish any firm relationships, a new threat appears. Another band of human survivors, led by the mysterious Colonel, wants to seize control of the mall-and they have their own kaiju to do it with!
SPIDER-MAN OCTO-GIRL GN VOL 01
(W) Hideyuki Furuhashi (A/CA) Betten Court
Spider-Man rogue Doctor Octopus faces his biggest challenge yet-living life as a middle school girl in Japan!
KOYOHARU GOTOUGE BEFORE DEMON SLAYER KIMETSU NO YAIBA GN
(W/A/CA) Koyoharu Gotouge
See how best-selling creator Koyoharu Gotouge, creator of the worldwide sensation Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, got started. This collection features four short stories packed with supernatural action-including a deadly vampire hunt starring Tamayo and Muzan that would serve as the direct inspiration for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
KAIJU NO 8 GN VOL 11
(W/A/CA) Naoya Matsumoto
The five identified-class kaiju created by No. 9 gather in the eastern division's area. Specifically designed to eliminate the Defense Force's main players, these kaiju have drawn every division into a struggle. Meanwhile, Kafka makes a promise to Kikoru before the battle. What could it be?!
MY HERO ACADEMIA GN VOL 39
(W/A/CA) Kohei Horikoshi
Endeavor and Dabi clash as the villain reaches critical mass, but Endeavor's path to victory may also lead to his own destruction. Elsewhere, Ochaco tries to talk Himiko Toga down. She'll have to find something inside Toga to appeal to before it's too late. Both of these battles circle the main event-All Might versus All For One-in a showdown that's been a long time coming. But All Might is a shadow of his former self-can he still go the distance?
UNDEAD UNLUCK GN VOL 17
(W/A/CA) Yoshifumi Tozuka
Fuuko and the others have set out to capture Unavoidable, leading Fuuko to challenge boxing champion Void Volks to a match before his negation abilities manifest. As soon as the bell rings, however, Fuuko finds herself on the receiving end of Void's rushdown. Just as it seems her luck can't get any worse, Unavoidable activates!
NARUTO KONOHAS STORY STEAM NINJA SCROLLS MANGA GN VOL 02
(W) Masashi Kishimoto, Sho Hinata (A/CA) Natsuo Sai
Mirai's journey escorting Kakashi and Guy takes a more serious turn when their route is cut off by a massive landslide. Stopped at a village, Mirai meets Tatsumi, a young girl who lost her mother. She reveals to Mirai that she is in this particular village because there is a hot spring nearby that can bring the dead back to life. Although hesitant at first, Mirai decides to join Tatsumi and visit this hot spring for a chance to be reunited with her father Asuma Sarutobi, whom she only knows from the memories of others. What she finds is anything but the miracle hot spring she was hoping for-instead, she discovers the very cult that killed her father!
MISSION YOZAKURA FAMILY GN VOL 13
(W/A/CA) Hitsuji Gondaira
The Yozakura siblings take a trip to the ominous and decaying Yozakura Mansion, which is said to be haunted! There they are confronted by the second head of the Yozakura family, Lady Ninomae. But she's supposed to be long dead, so what does it mean?!
DANDADAN GN VOL 09
(W/A/CA) Yukinobu Tatsu
A seemingly unbeatable kaiju is on the attack! Okarun hits on the idea of revisualizing the nanoskin that repaired Momo's house into a form they can use to counterattack, but he lacks the visual abilities needed, so it's Kinta Sakata-aka Erosuke-to the rescue! The nerd uses his vast knowledge of sci-fi to transform Momo's house into a giant Buddha robot?!
OTAKU VAMPIRES LOVE BITE GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Julietta Suzuki
Hina's so busy collecting Mao merch that she almost doesn't feel bad about missing out on the Vampire Cross cafes. If only she had a human friend who could eat all the themed food for her! But connecting with humans isn't easy until Hina literally bumps into her neighbor Kyuta, a prickly boy who looks just like Mao. Having her best friend live next door will be so convenient! Now if she can just convince him to actually be her friend
VAMPIRE KNIGHT GN COMP BOX SET
(W/A/CA) Matsuri Hino
A new collector's box set of the entire Vampire Knight series! Includes the Day Class planner and an exclusive art book!
RED RIVER 3-IN-1 ED GN VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Chie Shinohara
Yuri, a modern teenager, is transported to ancient Anatolia as part of a scheme by the evil Nakia, queen of the Hittites. Only the intervention of Nakia's stepson, Prince Kail, saves Yuri from the queen's bloodthirsty intentions. As an unintended consequence of the prince's actions, the people of Anatolia embrace Yuri as the incarnation of the great war goddess Ishtar.
VAMPIRE KNIGHT MEMORIES GN VOL 09
(W/A/CA) Matsuri Hino
The emperor's regime has been overturned, lessening the conflict between humans and vampires. The pureblood vampire Ai decides to enter into a political marriage with a human in order to maintain the newfound fragile peace.
STUDIO GHIBLI ARCHITECTURE IN ANIMATION HC
(W) STUDIO GHILBLI
Explore the dazzling animated worlds of Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke, Nausica of the Valley of the Wind, and more with Studio Ghibli: Architecture in Animation!
MARRIAGE TOXIN GN VOL 04
(W) Joumyaku (A/CA) Mizuki Yoda
Not long after accepting his latest assignment to protect Hamster Master Arashiyama, Gero is struck by a surprise attack from the deadly Hit Man Hunter! To make matters worse, Arashiyama's life is threatened by the head of the Beast Clan. Now, to have any hope of keeping her safe, Gero must risk venturing into the very heart of this rival clan's territory...
BLADE OF THE MOON PRINCESS GN VOL 05
(W/A/CA) Tatsuya Endo
Having learned the truth of the Matsu branch's banishment, Kaguya engages the Matsu emperor in a decisive battle. She then heads back to her home, the moon. There, Izumiya is plotting to commit an act of mass murder at a memorial concert. Can Kaguya stop her in time? Kaguya's odyssey reaches its gripping conclusion in this final volume!
MORIARTY THE PATRIOT GN VOL 17
(W) Ryosuke Takeuchi (A/CA) Hikaru Miyoshi
After three years apart, Louis, Albert, and the rest of the MI6 team are overjoyed to welcome William back home. To celebrate both the return of William and Sherlock and the start of their new lives, they invite everyone to a dinner party. There, the two long-lost friends finally reveal the story of what happened during the years they spent in America.
I WANNA DO BAD THINGS WITH YOU GN VOL 02
(W/A/CA) Yutaka
Fuji has ordered Mamori to go on a date with his younger brother Koichi, lovingly nicknamed 'the Prince' by all his admirers. And although Fuji hopes to mess with his brother's head, Koichi has his own ulterior motives for asking out Mamori that quickly turn the date into a nightmare. Just when Mamori thinks things can't get any worse, a young woman named Ichika appears, claiming to be Fuji's fianc e
BLUE BOX GN VOL 12
(W/A/CA) Kouji Miura
Winter break is rolling in, but Taiki and Chinatsu won't be spending it together. Despite a ski trip with his badminton buddies to keep his mind off her, Taiki holds on to the faint hope that he'll be able to see Chinatsu before school starts again. The time apart has only intensified his feelings for her-and Taiki finally decides it's time to act!
CASE CLOSED GN 92
(W/A/CA) Gosho Aoyama
After missing one hint after another, Conan finally gets a clue and remembers where he first met Sera, the girl detective with the mysterious past. Flash back to a childhood trip to the beach and watch young Jimmy Kudo track down a robber with the help of a very unusual family.
DISNEY TWISTED WONDERLAND OFFICIAL ART BOOK HC
(W) Square Enix
The Disney Twisted-Wonderland mobile game features an original concept inspired by classic Disney Villains and reimagined by renowned manga artist Yana Toboso, creator of the series Black Butler. This deluxe book features gorgeous character and card art from the hit game, including stunning Groovy card images. A section featuring sketches and handwritten notes provides fans of the series with a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the striking character designs for every character in the series, including Malleus Draconia, Azul Ashengrotto, Riddle Rosehearts, Leona Kingscholar, and more.
KIMI NI TODOKE FROM ME TO SOULMATE GN VOL 03
(W/A/CA) Karuho Shiina
Kurumi still isn't comfortable with being vulnerable, and during an awkward moment in a friendly gathering, she completely retreats into the villain role. When she's at her lowest, words from Sawako give Kurumi the courage to open her heart and realize who her soulmate is.
TAMONS B-SIDE GN VOL 05
(W/A/CA) Yuki Shiwasu
Just when it looks like Utage can finally relax and enjoy her summer, F/ACE member Ori goes all out trying to make her fangirl over him. Does Ori want to win Utage over only as a fan, or has he (gasp!) caught feelings for her?
SLEEPY PRINCESS IN DEMON CASTLE GN VOL 26
(W/A/CA) Kagiji Kumanomata
Twilight, Zeus, and the princess must prepare to face a truly harrowing challenge-attending incognito at the Goodreste Royal Academy! However, things quickly go awry when they encounter a group of demon-obsessed students, a mysterious grimoire, and the most dangerous enemy they've ever faced. Then Demon Cleric deals with some non-Syalis feels, Odile's vacation fail ends with him getting eaten by a whale, a princess possessed by a father proves a bother, and more!
RAINBOW DAYS GN VOL 12
(W/A/CA) Minami Mizuno
Mari has told Anna that she's in love with her. Will their friendship now change, and where does that leave Natsuki and Mattsun in their unrequited loves?
KOMI CANT COMMUNICATE GN VOL 31
(W/A/CA) Tomohito Oda
Tadano and Komi are going to the summer festival together! It's a classic date destination, almost a rite of passage for couples. But rites of passage come with high expectations and high pressure-especially when it seems like the whole world is out to ruin your night! Can Tadano and Komi save their date from bad luck and worse weather?
AKANE BANASHI GN VOL 08
(W) Yuki Suenaga (A/CA) Takamasa Moue
Shinta Arakawa wants nothing more than to pass his shin'uchi exam the test that would make him a top-rank headliner and master storyteller in the traditional Japanese art of rakugo. Akane Osaki, his daughter and biggest fan, spies on him while he practices and learns his routines for herself. When rakugo master Issho Arakawa expels everyone after the exam with no explanation, a fire is lit inside Akane. From that day forth, she has had one goal to avenge her father and prove his art was worthy of the title of shin'uchi.
OSHI NO KO 1ST ILLUSTRATION COLL GLARE X SPARKLE TP (MR)
(W) Aka Akasaka (A/CA) Mengo Yokoyari
Mengo Yokoyari, artist of the runaway success [Oshi no Ko], has compiled her illustrations into this extensive collection featuring the burning stars who light up the world of Japanese show business! This book features over 130 pieces including full-color works, character design drafts, drawings posted to social media as well as comments and a discussion between Yokoyari and author Aka Akasaka. (STL336581) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 10x7, 144pgs, FC SRP: $30.00
OSHI NO KO TP VOL 08 (MR)
(W) Aka Akasaka (A/CA) Mengo Yokoyari
After a major revelation, the flames of vengeance have died down in Aqua s heart. At the same time, B Komachi is set to have their first music video (and boost their YouTube channel). Aqua is also headed to a vacation with the cast of the 2.5D play, and it's near where Aqua and Ruby died in their previous lives! (STL336582) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7.5, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
DRACULAS ON THE NIGHT SHIFT TP (MR)
(W) Satoshi Wagahara (A) Tsukumo Asakusa, Aco Arisaka
Vampires, who cannot be exposed to sunlight, have been able to integrate into modern society by only going out at night. Yura Toraki is a vampire who works the graveyard shift at a convenience store in Ikebukuro. One day, he happens to save a woman named Iris, who turns out to be a member of an order of vampire exterminators! Before he knows it, Yura is living in the same apartment as his should-be nemesis! (STL336608) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 448pgs, B&W SRP: $30.00
TEEN EXORCIST TP VOL 01
(W) Mitsuru Yuki (A/CA) Shikiji Sorakura
Japan s Heian Period. Masahiro serves as a royal diviner just like his grandfather, the legendary Abe no Seimei. His dream isn t to follow in his grandfather s footsteps, though it's to surpass him! During some intense training with his spirit companion, Mokkun, Masahiro notices an ominous presence targeting the princess...Can he protect the royal capital and escape from his grandfather s shadow?! (STL336644) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
BRUNHILD THE DRAGONSLAYER TP VOL 01
(W) Yuiko Agarizaki (A) Takeru Kirishima, Aoaso
Eden is a place of perfection, protected from outside harm by the silver dragon. In this idyllic land, the dragon raises a human girl found on the island's shores as his own. But when the dragon's life is mercilessly snuffed out by human machinations, the girl must choose whether to heed his dying wish and stay the course of righteousness or walk a path of vengeance. (STL336598) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS TP VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Roku Sakura
Pessimistic high school student Hana Tabata doesn t believe her life could ever be like that of a heroine from the shoujo manga she reads she s convinced she s ugly, and she s always alone. Still, she can t help but imagine herself as a leading lady when she s changing out flowers early one morning...until she s caught in the act by her handsome classmate Yousuke Ueno! Hana can t wrap her head around his kind words at first, but as they grow closer, she finds her life slowly beginning to change (STL336588) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
AGENTS OF THE FOUR SEASONS DANCE OF SPRING TP VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Nappa Komatsuda, Kana Akatsuki (A/CA) Suoh
At first, there was only Winter. But this lonely existence was too much for them to bear, so Winter split off part of themself to bring forth spring. But the earth wished for Summer and Autumn as well, and with their creation marked the birth of the four seasons. The changing of seasons became the duty that fell upon humanity, and those tasked with the transition are known as agents of the four seasons. This is the bittersweet story of Hinagiku and Sakura agent of spring, and her devoted bodyguard who set out on a journey to usher in Edo s first spring in ten long years. (STL336586) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5.5x8.25, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
MONO TP VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Afro
The Photography Club is in danger of shutting down?! And the Cinema Club too?! Fret not, for they shall merge and become Cinephoto Club! Now, club members Satsuki, An, and Sakurako are asked to be the main characters for manga artist Haruno s latest work that s centered around action cameras. The girls head out to capture the lovely sights of Japan, exploring gadgets around them, and of course, chomp on the local delicacies along the way! (STL336627) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
APOCALYPSE BRINGER MYNOGHRA TP VOL 02
(W) Fehu Kazuno (A) Yasaiko Midorihana, JUN
There s no better cheat code than experience! Reborn into the fantasy nation management game he d mastered in the real world, Takuto and his loyal hero unit, Atou, set out to build the evil nation of Mynoghra into a fearsome empire! With the Dark Elves now under their control and the first settlement well underway, things were going rather smoothly until the good-aligned holy kingdom took notice... Can Takukto confront this continental superpower? Or will it be game over for the infant nation of Mynoghra...? (STL336587) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
CANDY SHOU HARUSONO ART COLLECTION TP
(W/A/CA) Shou Harusono
Sugar and spice and everything nice enjoy this delightfully delectable and sugary sweet amalgamation of gorgeous illustrations, rough sketches, exclusive bonus manga, and even an interview with the series creator of Sasaki and Miyano and Hirano and Kagiura! (STL336600) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 144pgs, FC SRP: $35.00
PRAISE ME WHEN IM A GOOD BOY TP (MR)
(W/A/CA) Yodaka Kuroi
High school teacher Watanabe has a secret behind closed doors, he s actually a Sub. Enraged when his fianc e leaves him because of his nature, Watanabe hooks up with his former student, Izumi...who just so happens to ooze Dom energy, and is also looking for a place to stay. Where better than at his new Sub s house? Which means Watanabe s going to have to figure out how to survive round-the-clock orders, all so he can be praised like the good boy he s desperately trying to be... (STL336630) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
I CANNOT REACH YOU TP VOL 08
(W/A/CA) Mika
Kakeru and Yamato have begun dating at last, but they re still not quite used to the fact that they ve gone from friends to boyfriends. After receiving an aquarium ticket from Fujino, who tells him to go with his girlfriend, Kakeru decides to invite Yamato on a fun excursion. But when the two bump into their friends on the way home, Kakeru is forced to confess the truth about their relationship (STL336614) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
A SINNER OF DEEP SEA TP VOL 02
(W/A/CA) Akihito Tomi
Jo is willing to go to any length for Ryuu, even if the whole undersea society brands her a criminal for it. And Ryuu wants to see her beloved human again, so Jo will make it happen but that means flopping out of the water and into the horrid world above the waves (STL336584) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
GOGOGOGO GO GHOST TP VOL 02 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Miyako Hiruzuka
Office worker Ushiro and her ghostly companion, Masako, are on a mission to get revenge on the man who broke Ushiro s heart and they re prepared to curse any jerk who gets in their way! Trouble is, their next obstacle isn t a jerk. He d be a lovely guy, if it wasn t for one little problem he can see ghosts and is dead set on getting Masako exorcised! (STL336611) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7.5, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
SHE LIKES GAYS BUT NOT ME TP VOL 03 (MR)
(W) Naoto Asahara (A/CA) Akira Hirahara
After everything that happened, Jun decides to attend the school closing ceremony at Sae s request and there, microphone in hand, she reveals her secret. Jun has realized how little he knows about Sae, but there s quite a lot she wants to tell him, and for that matter, the whole school! In this moving final volume, will Jun come to terms with himself and find the answers he s been looking for? (STL336635) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
CLAMP PREMIUM COLL TOKYO BABYLON TP VOL 05
(W/A/CA) Clamp
Subaru Sumeragi is a powerful onmyouji who solves the supernatural troubles that plague the citizens of Tokyo both living and deceased! When Subaru meets an old man who shares his affinity for animals, he s delighted to forge a new connection. But he doesn t know about the troubled household and unfulfilled wish haunting his elderly friend (STL336602) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
ARIA OF BEECH FOREST TP VOL 02
(W/A/CA) Yugiri Aika
With some help from her newfound friends, shy little Aria s world is growing bigger by the day! From attending a house party to getting lost in the supermarket, her life is full of fresh and exciting (if not slightly daunting!) experiences. But one day, a mysterious visitor comes with an offer that could change everything...?! (STL336589) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
IF VILLAINESS & VILLAIN MET & FELL IN LOVE TP VOL 02
(W) Harunadon (A) Chiru Ukai, Yomi Sarachi
Nival s wind Aria has gone berserk, threatening Bridgitte and all her classmates! Just as her no-name spirit shows signs of awakening, Yuri leaps in to save her from the rampaging spirit! Until now, describing their relationship was confrontational would ve been putting it lightly especially after their rocky introductions. But in the aftermath of the incident Bridgitte begins to see Yuri in a different light. And as her feelings for him grow, could the once-insurmountable distance between them be shrinking...? (STL336617) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 168pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
WAR OF GREEDY WITCHES TP VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Homura Kawamoto (A/CA) Makoto Shiozuka
At the moment of her execution, the holy martyr of France, Jeanne d Arc, is transported to a mysterious new world. There, she comes face-to-face with thirty-one heroic women who carved their names into the annals of history as witches. Now, with the thirty-two witches assembled, Walpurgisnacht can commence and the deadly tournament that pits its competitors against each other in the name of their selfish wishes is about to get underway... (STL336648) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
I PICKED UP THIS WORLDS STRATEGY GUIDE TP VOL 01
(W/A/CA) Atchi Ai
Sana is the hardworking daughter of a shop owner, and she often ventures out into the forest to gather the herbs needed for the restorative potions they sell. But on one trip, she happens to pick up a mysterious strategy guide for a game and it s filled with detailed information about her town, those around her, and even what s yet to come! Except, the future may not be at all what she expects With such a powerful and dangerous book in hand, what will Sana do? (STL336615) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
BUNGO STRAY DOGS OFFICIAL COMIC ANTHOLOGY TP VOL 02 (MR)
(W) Kafka Asagiri (A/CA) Sango Harukawa
The cast of Bungo Stray Dogs returns in this second volume of the comic anthology of the hit supernatural action series! With an all-new lineup of guest authors, this premium collection features a bevy of exceptional side stories following the Armed Detective Agency, the Port Mafia, and even the Guild! (STL336599) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7.5, 148pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
ADULTS PICTURE BOOK TP VOL 03
(W/A/CA) Kei Itoi
Just when it seems like everything will be all hunky-dory and they ll get along just fine as a family, Fusako finds out that Kudou s been keeping secrets namely the truth about Kiki s biological mother and Kudou s shocking first encounter with her daughter. Then when they learn Kiki s mother is, in fact, still in the vicinity, her very existence threatens the peaceful atmosphere of their household... (STL336585) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
I WANT A GAL GAMER TO PRAISE ME TP VOL 03 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Geshumaro
Rion and Raito s relationship has leveled up from pro-gamer coach and student to gaming buddies, and things couldn t be better! Until one day, when Rion heads to Raito s house for another grinding and gaming sesh but finds a gorgeous gal in Raito s room instead! The unexpected run in with Raito s childhood friend, Yuu, kicks off a steamy misunderstanding. With love as their new battlefield who knows what could happen when passions run this high ? (STL336616) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7.5, 154pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
DAYS WITH MY STEPSISTER TP VOL 02
(W) Ghost Mikawa (A) Yumika Kanade, Hiten
A month has passed since Yuuta and Saki became siblings. They agreed to keep a respectful distance from each other, but when Yuuta s attractive coworker asks him out on a date, Saki finds a strange new emotion welling up inside her heart (STL336606) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
K ON SHUFFLE TP VOL 02 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Kakifly
The Pop Music Society keeps growing! As a new school year begins, the society s performance catches the attention of a couple students. Will they be the latest recruits? (STL336625) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
BRIDE OF THE BARRIER MASTER TP VOL 03 (MR)
(W) Kureha (A) Odayaka, Bodax
Hana s marriage of convenience to Saku was supposed to be temporary, but she finds herself thinking about him more and more. But as she wonders about this, a string of thefts have been happening...and the targets are all spelled talismans! (STL336597) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7.5, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
IS WRONG PICK UP GIRLS DUNGEON FAMILIA FREYA TP VOL 04 (MR)
(W) Fujino Omori (A) Hinase Momoyama, Nilitsu
Up against a fighting force of 80,000, the eight highest-ranking members of Freya Familia flaunt their superhuman strength, rounding up the lot and finishing them off. With Ali serving as the bait, even more of Shalzad s troops are quickly drawn in and dispatched. The people she saves see her as a hero, but when she has to address them, can she truly become the leader they need in these trying times? (STL336623) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7.5, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
BOCCHI THE ROCK TP VOL 05
(W/A/CA) Aki Hamazi
Having signed on with the Stray Beat indie label, Kessoku Band is hard at work putting together their first mini-album! To keep their sound fresh, each member of the band is trying their hand at new roles. Faced with the unfamiliar task of arranging their next potential hit, is Hitori Bocchi Gotoh in over her head?! (STL336595) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
IM THE VILLAINOUS SO IM TAMING FINAL BOSS TP VOL 04
(W) Sarasa Nagase (A) Anko Yuzu, Mai Murasaki
Aileen d Autriche successfully avoided her bad ending, so now, all that awaits is a good ending with the Demon King Claude...right? Between trying to win the approval of in-laws and dealing with subordinates shenanigans, will Aileen and Claude finally reach their happily ever after? (STL336619) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
GAME OF FAMILIA FAMILY TP VOL 05 (MR)
(W) Mikoto Yamaguchi (A/CA) D. P
'Onward, heroes, to the land of magic! Make its inhuman powers your own!
IN THE LAND OF LEADALE TP VOL 06
(W) Ceez (A) Dashio Tsukimi, Ryo Suzukaze
When Cayna reaches the fishing village where the rumor of a temple in the ocean originated, she s shocked to find the place in ruins, surrounded by a strange fog and inhabited by undead. Now, she must protect the village s sole survivor, a young girl named Luka, while facing off against the cause of the fog a ghost ship and its pirate captain! (STL336622) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
BOFURI DONT WANT TO GET HURT MAX OUT DEFENSE TP VOL 08
(W) Yuumikan (A) Jirou Oimoto, Koin
With the thrills of the last event fading, New World Online is ready to release the long-awaited fourth stratum! The new area features the charming ambience of an eastern city by night, and as Maple and Sally explore the sights of the lamplit streets, they discover unexpected sides to their in-game rivals ! (STL336596) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AKIRA TAKASUKIS CONJECTURE TP VOL 05 (MR)
(W) Mikage Sawamura (A/CA) Toji Aio
University student Naoya Fukamachi has the ability to unerringly detect lies. He finds himself working for his eccentric associate professor of folklore studies, Akira Takatsuki, to investigate the supernatural. After closing the case on the eerie mystery of 4:44, the two head to the sea following reports of mermaid sightings. Then one summer evening, they find themselves tumbling into the candlelit horror of The Night of One Hundred Ghost Stories! (STL336592) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7.5, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
CROSS DRESSING VILLAINESS CECILIA SYLVIE TP VOL 06
(W) Hiroro Akizakura (A) Shino Akiyama, Dangmill
They did it! They found the third Holy Maiden candidate, so now there s maybe possibly a chance that Cecilia can finally avoid the death flag that s been haunting her very existence! However, the True Route flags that have started appearing are NOT a good sign...Can she keep dodging the rest of the flags and find a happily ever after...?! (STL336604) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
IM QUITTING HEROING TP VOL 07
(W) Quantum (A) Nori Kazato, Hana Amano
In order to find out the cause of water pollution in the Demon Realm, Leo and Mernes head off to investigate Lake Amia and its resident water spirit, Undine. But one thing stands in their way the legendary Demon King Slayer, who swears to protect Undine at all costs! Just who is this mysterious foe?! Meanwhile, Demon Queen Echidna puts her plan into motion, donning a perfect disguise to confer with Leo about her troubles (STL336618) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
BANISHED FROM HERO PARTY QUIET COUNTRYSIDE TP VOL 09
(W) Zappon (A) Masahiro Ikeno, Yasumo
Ruti has come to Zoltan in search of the Devil s Blessing! With the assassin Tisse in tow, the girls seek out the shady alchemist who made the drug, under the guise of adventurers. Meanwhile none the wiser, Red and Rit receive a request for help from a fairy dragon! They head for a fay village, hoping to cure its inhabitants of a mysterious disease...Will the two groups ever cross paths?! (STL336594) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
WHATS WRONG WITH SECRETARY KIM TP VOL 06
(W) GyeongYun Jeong (A/CA) MyeongMi Kim
After finally overcoming their past, Youngjun and Miso are ready to take on the future as a married couple. But one final obstacle looms between them and a happily ever after the meeting of the in-laws! (STL336652) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 272pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
WHY RAELIANA ENDED AT DUKES MANSION TP VOL 08
(W) Milcha (A/CA) Whale
Just when all hope to unearth Raeliana s memories seems lost...Enter Iosa Ben! This dark priestess holds truths long since buried and Raeliana is damned if she doesn t finally get answers. And what better place to start than the goddess herself, the being who brought Raeliana s soul to this world? But with Iosa declaring the goddess to be little else than a two-bit playwright, it turns out there may be more or, well, less to the goddess than meets the eye... (STL336653) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 256pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
CHEEKY BRAT TP VOL 12
(W/A/CA) Mitsubachi Miyuki
So after the whole Hakamada debacle and then how the whole Finals League ended, it s kinda awkward every time I see Hakamada-kun...Still, I m incredibly happy that Naruse won! Although, now he s literally telling EVERYONE he knows about us, so I m not entirely sure how to react around everyone else anymore... (STL336601) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
ABANDONED EMPRESS TP VOL 09 (MR)
(W) Yuna (A) Ina, Ina
After six long years, Tia s goal of becoming an official knight finally comes true. And as an official knight, she now has the ability to make a Blood Oath to the emperor and in doing so, surrender her right to the throne. Despite the crown prince s continued attempts to thaw her frozen heart, Tia is determined to free herself from the noble faction s schemes and the grim fate she s desperately tried to flee from...but that resolve is soon shaken when she finds Ruveliss in danger. Will Tia allow Fate to shape her future? Or will she finally take her destiny into her own hands? (STL336638) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 272pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
IN ANOTHER WORLD WITH MY SMARTPHONE TP VOL 13
(W) Patora Fuyuhara (A) Soto, Eiji Usatsuka
Whether he s saving an unconscious girl covered in bruises, saving a princess, or just keeping the peace between nations, Touya s as busy as ever. His brides, meanwhile, have got some business of their own, as when the goddess of love makes an appearance, they might find out just how many more will join their ranks... (STL336621) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7.5, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $13.00
DEATH ABILITY OVERPOWERED NO ONE STAND CHANCE LN TP VOL 06
(W) Tsuyoshi Fujitaka (A) Chisato Naruse, Chisato Naruse
With the majority of their class and the entire capital wiped out, Yogiri and Tomochika left behind the Kingdom of Manii in search of additional Philosopher s Stones, the energy sources they were told to gather if they ever want to make it back home. Having received one stone from the Sage Sion, a second from Risley, and having taken a third from the self-styled War God Raiza, the pair next set their eyes on a new country in the east, following a lead on the potential location of another Sage. With the half-demons they were assisting now comfortably settled in the City of the War God, the two have left their previous companions behind to begin their journey home. But of course, nothing is ever simple. One after another, strange new people begin appearing in their path to block their progress, and some of their former companions may not yet be willing to let them go... (STL336628) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 226pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
HELL MODE LIGHT NOVEL TP VOL 06
(W) Hamuo (A/CA) Mo
An impossible dungeon versus an unstoppable team the No-life Gamers are back at it again, this time testing their mettle against the Rank S dungeon. In their latest adventure, Allen and the party are working hand in hand with Helmios and Sacred, Zeu and his coalition of beastkin, and Admiral Garara s party of golems, this dungeon raid is turning into an international affair! Clearing this dungeon will be anything but a walk in the park, though. Allen and the team are in for a challenge like nothing they ve faced before, but if they re the first to clear it, they ll get a wish granted. With the flame of Fire Goddess Freyja weakening by the day and forging becoming next to impossible, it s up to the Gamers to play the role of dungeon pioneers and pave the way for other adventurers to find top-quality loot. Everyone s going to need to be fully equipped for the fight against the Demon Lord Army! (STL336612) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 226pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
ASCENDANCE OF A BOOKWORM PART 5 LIGHT NOVEL TP VOL 06
(W) Miya Kazuki (A/CA) Yu Shiina
The Archduke Conference is over, and Ehrenfest s archducal family is still reeling from fresh troubles. As if a surprising ceremony and the Sovereign temple s schemes weren t enough, Rozemyne has one more blow to deal she announces that her current adoption is being nullified, and the king will take her as his daughter instead! She now has one year to prepare and tie up loose ends before she must leave for the Sovereignty, but she knows she isn t alone. It s time for those in Rozemyne s service to make some important choices, and those decisions will open doors for the future. See what lies ahead in this volume of this biblio-fantasy! Also includes three short stories and a four-panel manga by You Shiina. (STL336590) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 376pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
SEIREI GENSOUKI SPIRIT CHRONICLES TP VOL 08
(W) Yuri Shibamura (A/CA) Futago Minaduki
With the emergence of the pillars of light come shocking discoveries! Miharu, Haruto s beloved childhood friend from Rio s past life, is among the people he rescues and that s not all. Rio then learns of a sacred prophecy that connects the pillars to the arrival of six heroes, two of whom may well be Miharu s missing companions. (STL336633) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 170pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
IN A WORLD OF LIES I FELL INTO AN UNFORGETTABLE LOVE TP
(W/A/CA) Misaki Ichijo
'In his second year of high school, Makoto Tsukishima learns he has only twelve months left to live. Just as he decides to give up on confessing his feelings to the girl he likes, however, she invites him to join the film club. Soon, the two grow closer and begin to feel a connection, but time is running out for Makoto. Conflicted, yet determined to spare her the truth, it's time for him to put a certain plan into action...
ASTREA RECORD NOVEL TP VOL 03
(W) Reki Kawahara (A/CA) Fujino Omori
'The battle to decide it all has begun
CLASSROOM FOR HEROES NOVEL TP VOL 03
(W) Shin Araki (A/CA) Haruyuki Morisawa
Blade, now surrounded by his 111 friends (including two birds and a dragon), should be enjoying his sweet school life So why isn't he?! Well, first his class is invaded by a superstrong guardian out to defeat him, then he's forced to challenge the king to a duel with Earnest as collateral! And as if that wasn't enough, the students of Rosewood Academy must face more of the king's so-called 'practical training,' brave mixed-gender hot springs, and survive a trip into the bowels of the royal castle. This ex-hero may be retired, but his adventures aren't over yet! (STL336603) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
UNIMPLEMENTED OVERLORDS JOINED PARTY LIGHT NOVEL TP VOL 03
(W) Nagawasabi64 (A/CA) Kawaku
With the invasion quelled, Barbara and the members of Party 21 add two new recruits Rao and Reilan to form Party 7, which sets out for the next town. Meanwhile, Wataru s group has made it all the way to the front line at Fort Sandras, where they join forces with the three top progression guilds. There, Misaki meets a player who tells her where to find the person who saved her life! As the Mother AI s goals start coming to light, will Shuutarou, Wataru, and Misaki s stories finally converge?! (STL336646) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
DAYS WITH MY STEPSISTER NOVEL TP VOL 04
(W) Ghost Mikawa (A/CA) Hiten
When Saki called Yuuta 'Big Brother,' it looked to everyone else like their relationship had taken a big step forward. In reality, it was more like a line drawn in the sand. As their hidden feelings make time spent together increasingly awkward, the two of them explore new relationships and weigh their priorities. Are some things worth holding onto despite the sacrifice, or is it time to let go and move on? (STL336607) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
FESTIVAL OF HERESIES TP (MR)
(W/A/CA) Rokakoen
There's a reason Emi Shimamoto can't find a job. For as long as she can remember, she's been unable to tell the living from the dead. Resigned to yet another failure, she attends an interview with Moriya Foods, only to find herself strangely attracted to its young president and more determined than ever to get the position. Meanwhile, Emi s brother senses that there is more going on with his sister than meets the eye, and he pays a visit to a certain agency that specializes in matters of the supernatural... (STL336609) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5.5x8.25, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
TRAILS OF CHIYODAKU LIGHT NOVEL TP VOL 02
(W) Fukurou Kogyoku (A/CA) Jonsun
One fateful day in the Chiyodaku Kingdom, where Tsukasa and Akuto run the Supreme Court as judge and court assistant, a building summoned by Princess Ecstasia collapses and there are casualties. The high priest demands the princess take responsibility while also criticizing Japanese culture and laws, and even starts denouncing Akuto and Tsukasa. Shiro, in her devotion to the princess, can t accept the trial that threatens to impeach her, and Tsukasa orders Shiro to leave the courtroom for obstructive behavior. While everyone else is falling apart at the seams, Akuto gets suspicious about something the high priest said and starts his own investigation. That s when he discovers the true nature of an organization that fanatically worships this world s God the same God Tsukasa aims to judge! (STL336645) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
CONTRACT BETWEEN SPECTER & SERVANT NOVEL TP VOL 03 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Michiru Fushino
After nearly dying and being pieced back together, Masamichi has gotten used to working at the antique shop Bougyoudou for the handsome and mysterious Shino, who saved his life. The man is actually a specter who has been living as a human since the Heian era thanks to a curse from a spiritual medium. As Masamichi gets to know the gruff man and discovers his kinder side, he begins to feel some strange feelings for the specter. Then one day, a visitor from London arrives with a request from his very wealthy boss a request concerning a haunted house and the evil spirit within it... (STL336639) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5.5x8.25, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
YOU ARE MY REGRET PROSE NOVEL TP VOL 03
(W) Shimesaba (A/CA) Ui Shigure
Yuzuru is enjoying summer vacation with Ai and Kaoru, when Sousuke invites them all to join a band for the culture festival. Despite having no experience, Yuzuru winds up playing drums. He's hesitant at first, but it seems Sousuke is up to more than just making memories he wants to convince Risa to pay bass, an offer which she curtly refuses. Risa's past, Sousuke's feelings, and everyone's musical challenges weave a complicated melody as yet another regret comes to light. Is it possible to communicate with someone who refuses to engage? (STL336654) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 288pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
REBORN TO MASTER BLADE NOVEL TP VOL 04
(W) Hayaken (A/CA) Nagu
With the hieral menace Ripple now safe and the school in a reconstruction phase, Inglis former hero-king and current talk of the town is summoned by the king himself to the palace, where she s offered a promotion to captain of the Royal Guard! This leap up the ranks is as unconventional as it would be desirable to almost anyone else, but Inglis turns it down as a matter of course, preferring to someday fight on the front lines. This means turning down a celebration feast at the palace, but an eccentric man named Count Weismar is more than pleased to make a deal: they be his new pair of leading ladies in exchange for food. Sorry, but I m worried about Rani. I ve gotta be somewhere I can keep an eye on her. A beautiful dancer wipes out her foes in this fourth act! (STL336632) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
ASSOCIATE PROF AKIRA TAKATSUKIS CONJECTURE NOVEL TP VOL 05
(W/A/CA) Mikage Sawamura
'During the summer of his second year of university, to find out the truth behind his uncanny ability to detect lies and the Festival of the Dead, Naoya decides to head out towards the old village of Koyama in Nagano with Takatsuki and Sasakura. It was a village he visited many times as a child, the village where his beloved grandparents lived. But now, it s no better than a ghost town.
LIAR LIAR LIGHT NOVEL TP VOL 05 (MR)
(W) Haruki Kuou (A/CA) Konomi
After making it past the May Interschool Competition, Hiroto Shinohara that s me is enjoying a nice little break for a change. Then comes along a challenge from a girl who s all too familiar the whole reason I came to the Academy, in fact. Beat her in a Game, she says, and she ll agree to meet up. So I decide to bring this up with my provost only to get dragged into a special Game against Saionji, with a purple Unique Star on the line. They call it a Game, yeah but the theme s all about love? And I m being asked to pick up romantic lucky charms and solve relationship problems for people?! But if that s the challenge, so be it. I ll just rely on the Company and break out some classic Seven Star Abilities but hang on, is Himeji angry at me about something ? (STL336626) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5.5x8.25, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
MAGICAL REVOLUTION REINCARNATED PRINCESS GENIUS NOVEL TP VOL 08
(W) Piero Karasu (A/CA) Yuri Kisaragi
Anis and Euphie are hard at work, the former supervising a new city for the study of magicology, and the latter performing her duties as queen. Both are determined to create a country where the next generation can truly thrive. But no one said it was going to be easy, and soon an aggravating new development throws a wrench in their well-laid plans. (STL336641) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $16.00
DETECTIVE IS ALREADY DEAD NOVEL TP VOL 09 (MR)
(W) nigozyu (A/CA) Umibouzu
'With the world in peril once again, I, Kimihiko Kimizuka, returned to my role as the Ace Detective s assistant and set out on a journey to recover the lost memories of humanity. Following a trail of leads and using the Sacred Relic discovered by the Oracle, we sought to investigate a crisis from a certain world in the past, and the Vampire Scarlet was at the center of it. But the deeper we delved, even the harrowing truths that were once beyond our reach began to bubble to the surface.
IVE BEEN KILLING SLIMES 300 YEARS NOVEL SC VOL 15 (MR) (O/A)
(W) Kisetsu Morita (A/CA) Benio
I've been killing slimes for 300 years, and my family has finally decided on my birthday! We didn t have a date until now (mainly because I forgot it ), but my daughters are going to celebrate it with me this year, and I'm really, really excited! Later, I meet the goddess of fate (I can't be surprised anymore!), I help out a phantom thief (and my family grows), and I visit a strange land where there are no slimes! I'll share another short story from a drama CD at the end, so don't miss it! (STL317923) Available Now! (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5.5x8.25, 272pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
SUGAR APPLE FAIRY LIGHT NOVLE TP VOL 07
(W) Miri Mikawa (A/CA) Aki
As Anne gets ready to open a sugar candy workshop of her own, she receives a mysterious request from the royal palace. If she can promise to keep everything she learns a secret, she will be allowed to help a group of first-rate candy crafters complete a job for the queen herself. But why all the secrecy? What mysteries await Anne on her first trip into the castle? (STL336637) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
ISHURA TP VOL 08 (MR)
(W) Keiso (A/CA) Kureta
'The Last Yagyu, Soujirou the Willow-Sword versus Rosclay the Absolute.
DATE A LIVE LIGHT NOVEL TP VOL 13 (MR)
(W) Koushi Tachibana (A/CA) Tsunako
Shido stumbles across the ninth Spirit, Nia, collapsed from hunger on the side of the road. To make her fall in love with him, he decides to take her out on an otaku date, but she reveals a shocking truth I ve only ever fallen in love with two dimensional characters. What is Shido going to do?! (STL336605) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5.5x8.25, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
RE ZERO SLIAW LIGHT NOVEL TP VOL 26
(W) Tappei Nagatsuki (A/CA) Shinichirou Otsuka
After a painful goodbye, Subaru Natsuki finally manages to clear the tower in the desert. Yet fate sweeps him up like a storm, sending him to a land far, far from all his comrades where a long hoped-for reunion awaits him. The joy is only momentary, however, as the girl doesn t remember Subaru and quickly categorizes him as an enemy due to the miasma coming off him. When the girl flees, a mad chase ensues and forces Subaru deep into an unfamiliar jungle. There, he stumbles across a man who hides his face, but not his arrogance... (STL336631) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5.5x8.25, 240pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00
SEMANTIC ERROR TP VOL 01 (MR)
(W) J. Soori (A/CA) Angy
Computer science major Sangwoo Choo values reason, routine, and rules above all, so when the rest of his teammates fail to contribute to the group presentation, he doesn t hesitate to cut everyone s names from the project entirely including design major Jaeyoung Jang, which ruins his plans to graduate and study abroad. Jaeyoung is more than happy to return the favor and strives to be the biggest thorn in Sangwoo s side but as they spend more time together, a strange attraction begins to develop between them... Will Sangwoo be able to debug this semantic error from his life? (STL336634) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 6x9, 328pgs, FC SRP: $24.00
TIED TO YOU TP VOL 03
(W) Chelliace (A/CA) What
Now aware of the memory-altering consequences of getting the Ring removed, Wooseo and Jigeon are stuck at an impasse. But when Wooseo pushes the idea, worried of being a burden, a truth comes out: Jigeon has serious feelings for Wooseo. Realizing they re both suffering the pain of one-sided love, Wooseo can t stop thinking about his partner...And Jiseok, fed up with watching his brother and best friend dance around each other, decides to reveal another earth-shattering truth. I know you have feelings for me, Wooseo. (STL336650) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 304pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
UNHOLY BLOOD TP VOL 04
(W/A/CA) Lina Lim
Hayan and Euntae are on the hunt for the next Angel of Death, Ash...who they have almost no information on. Before they can follow their only lead, however, Ash finds them first they just don t know it. Able to take on the appearance of others with but the brush of her fingertip, Ash successfully steals the mask of her enemy. Her plan? Go on national TV claiming to be Hayan...! (STL336651) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 288pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
STAR SEEKERS TP VOL 05
(W/A/CA) HYBE
The Dragon Sect has finally shown their true colors as they make a move to capture Star One! With no one else to turn to, the Boys of Destiny find themselves in an unlikely alliance. As they uncover the truth of the Dragon of the End and their destined duties, questions weigh heavily on their minds. Will they be the ones stopping the end of the world, or will they cause it? (STL336643) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 360pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
WORLD AFTER THE FALL TP VOL 08
(W) Singnsong (A) Undead Gamja
All preparations are complete, and Jaehwan s Abyss Expedition finally sets out! At the gateway to the new realm, however, the group is met by an elite force from the Great Realm, sent to crush the upstarts once and for all. To obtain the power to stand against this overwhelming enemy, Jaehwan seeks out an even more dangerous being the King of Fiends, Catastrophe... (STL336649) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 312pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
PERKS OF BEING AN S CLASS HEROINE TP VOL 03
(W) Irinbi (A/CA) Grrr
Between aura training and running her booming potions business and not to mention, meeting and fighting alongside the male protagonist of the novel it s finally time for Ailette to take a well-earned vacation! But it wouldn t be an S-class difficulty world if there wasn t a dungeon nearby (albeit a dormant one), that Ailette promptly jumps into for the free items though there s one treasure waiting for her that she never could ve anticipated... (STL336642) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 320pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
VILLAINESS TURNS THE HOURGLASS TP VOL 05
(W) Sansobee (A/CA) Antstudio
After the stunt Mielle pulled, Aria is now on the run. With authorities after her and her hard-earned reputation now tarnished, she must think of a plan quick to turn the tables on Mielle. Using her wits, along with Asher s help, Aria will unmask Mielle s fa ade of nobility and benevolence once and for all! Meanwhile, as the kingdom of Croa gets involved in the Empire s affairs, another shocking secret regarding Aria s identity is revealed... (STL336647) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x9, 288pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
A BUSINESS PROPOSAL TP VOL 07 (MR)
(W) Haehwa (A) NARAK
The new executive is the talk of the office she s capable, beautiful...and she used to date Taemu?! When Hari learns that Director Suhjin Chae has quite a history with her boyfriend, she s thrown into panic and insecurity. Is this the beginning of a messy office love triangle, or is it just one big misunderstanding? (STL336583) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 6x9, 288pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
SOLO LEVELING TP VOL 10 (MR)
(W) Chugong (A) DUBU
Saving Japan from total destruction at the hands of the King of Giants earns Jinwoo and Ahjin Guild world-wide recognition and a spot at the International Guild Conference. But heading to America means crossing paths with Dongsoo Hwang, who has a bone to pick with Jinwoo about the death of his brother and isn t above using Jinho as bait! (STL336636) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 6x9, 304pgs, FC SRP: $20.00
FRANK MILLERS RONIN RISING MANGA ED
(W) Frank Miller (A) Frank Miller & Various (CA) Frank Miller
The manga edition of the long-awaited sequel to the award-winning classic Ronin by Frank Miller. A cursed Ronin. Psychological manipulation by a sentient AI. A security commander turned savior. And a postapocalyptic biotech war in the demon-teeming pits of a twenty-first century New York inadvertently started by the once benevolent Aquarius Corporation. Eisner Hall of Famer Frank Miller's Ronin is cited as the inspiration for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Samurai Jack. Now 40 years later Miller, with the team Philip Tan and Daniel Henriques, returns to the world of Ronin, continuing his story for a new generation in Frank Miller's Ronin Rising. With Tan and Henriques providing pencils and inks for chapters 1, 2, 3, and 5 of the manga, and Miller himself drawing chapters 4 and 6, Frank Miller's Ronin Rising is a visual feast, with skillfully executed battle sequences that seem to jump off the page. This affordable manga edition pays homage to Frank Miller's inspirations for the original Ronin, appealing to Frank Miller fans and manga readers alike. (STL333218) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 6x9, 288pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
LEVIATHAN GN VOL 01
(W/A) Shiro Kuroi
Monster or human... What sleeps deep in the darkness? The Leviathan, an enormous spaceship, drifts in spaces, abandoned in a galaxy far, far away. When looters break into the abandoned ship, they discover the diary of a middle-schooler, Kazuma, who documented the horrific fate of its passengers. Shocked, the looters read on, but as they do, they reach a chilling realization there is still one survivor somewhere inside! Along with the looters, the reader will piece together the decades-old tale of an innocent school trip to Earth with a tragic and brutal ending, as sudden explosions destroy the hull of the Leviathan. Trapped in space without enough oxygen left to wait for rescue, Kazuma documents the mental collapse and treachery of his teacher and classmates as they realize that the only hope for survival is the cryopreservation unit at the heart of the ship... which can only fit one person. A bloody battle for survival ensues as friend turns against friend, teacher against student, and each survivor is forced to confront the value of their own life. (STL333622) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 6x9, 196pgs, PC SRP: $14.99
MANHOLE GN VOL 01 (OF 3)
(W/A/CA) Tetsuya Tsutsui
A killer parasite is on the verge of threatening 180 million people... and a race against the clock has begun! What do two Japanese detectives, a naked man on a city street, and a roundworm from Botswana all have in common? Ken Mizoguchi and Nao Inoue are a pair of investigators asking themselves this very question as they string together clues to solve a string of bloody and mysterious murders. But as the pieces come together, they begin to uncover the threat of a deadly biological agent which poses a threat of epidemic proportions. An unlikely lead sets them off on the hunt for a mysterious photographer, but as they chase down shadows, the infection keeps spreading. (STL333619) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 210pgs, PC (1 of 3) SRP: $12.99
GAMBLING APOCALYPSE KAIJI GN VOL 06
(W/A/CA) Nobuyuki Fukumoto
A twenty-something ne'er-do-well turns to the world of gambling to try to turn his life around. The inspiration for the infamous anime by the same name and the Netflix live-action film Animal World takes readers into the dark side of Japan's post-bubble economic society by thrusting them into a world of debt, debauchery, and delusion. (STL296654) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXIII #11 (NOV231841)
SC, 6x9, 610pgs, B&W SRP: $21.95
MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM CHARS COUNTERATTACK GN VOL 03
(W) Takayuki Yanase (A) Sabishi Uroaki
After finally making it to space, Quess has aligned with Neo Zeon and she finds herself piloting a mobile suit with more than adequate skill. Meanwhile on Side 1, progress is being made on the Nu Gundam. A new generation of pilots prime themselves and their weaponry for another battle in space. (STL319845) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXIV #5 (MAY242141)
SC, 6x9, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95
2 POINT 5 DIMENSIONAL SEDUCTION GN VOL 12 (MR)
(W/A) Yu Hashimoto
Lilysa hits a snag coming up with a Liliel costume and the manga club decides to do a cosplay of a game Magic Girls for Winter Comiket. But they re not the only ones: Heavenly Queens Hoshizuki Yoki and Nagomi are going as magic girls, too. Whose cosplay will attract the bigger crowd? May the path of otakudom rise to meet these otaku! (STL334487) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
AYAKASHI TRIANGLE GN VOL 12 (MR)
(W/A) Kentaro Yabuki
It s summer vacation, and Matsuri, Suzu, Yayo, and Lu are camping together in the mountains. Things get weird when Yayo encounters the vengeful spirits of fallen warriors, and even weirder when one of the spirits possesses a half-naked Lu! Can Matsuri rescue Lu and still keep her dignity intact? (STL334493) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
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SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
BECOMING PRINCESS KNIGHT & WORKING YURI BROTHEL GN VOL 03 (MR)
(W/A) Hinaki
Once the private secretary to a politician and a thirty-eight year old man, Naruse Soushi has undergone a genderswap reincarnation into the body of the captured Princess Knight, and is gaining experience as the yuri prostitute Lillion. In search of information about the former owner of her delectable body, Lillion goes to a banquet held by the Lady of the Moon... but the service she offers is too extreme. Will she be kicked out of the brothel?! (STL334494) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
PLEASE GO HOME MISS AKUTSU GN VOL 07 (MR)
(W/A) Taichi Nagaoka
Christmas is coming soon, but even in the middle of the holidays, Akutsu-san continues to spend all her time hanging out at Oyama s apartment. As the school year ends and winter break begins, the two go off on their first private trip together. Winter may be chilly, but their relationship is heating up! (STL334536) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available only in US, Canada, and US territories.
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SC, 178pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
WITCHES OF ADAMAS GN VOL 09 (MR)
(W/A) Yu Imai
Yukinari swaps one disaster for another when Riamu, his insatiably horny roommate, is replaced by a prissy brat. Unfortunately, this brat is the daughter of a board chairman and she won t let him forget it. She s also a perverted imp literally. Yukinari, the man whose life depends on not coming, must now wage erotic war against Hiro, a succubus determined to make him come by any means necessary! (STL334564) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
MANGA BIBLE GN
(W/A) Siku
From the creation of the earth to the ultimate showdown between the forces of good and evil, this is the greatest story ever told. This manga adaptation of the Holy Bible tells the story of God's relationship with his people, from the creation of the earth and the early history of the Israelites, to the life of Jesus, his death, and the adventures of the first ever church. This is a faithful manga adaptation of the Bible, injected with energy by Siku's beautiful and dramatic artwork. (STL332939) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x8, 208pgs, FC SRP: $14.99
MY LOVE STORY WITH YAMADA KUN AT LV999 GN VOL 03
(W/A) Mashiro
Akane's feelings for Yamada continue to grow as he proves to be a considerate and reliable guy on and offline, but she's starting to overthink everything she does around him. When Akane and the guild members attend a cultural festival at Yamada's school, all the students think Akane is Yamada's girlfriend, which leads to an embarrassing misunderstanding. Confusing matters, Yamada rushes to Akane's aid when she collapses with a fever. Is he just being considerate, as always, or could this be a sign of something more? Volume 3 includes Chapters 20-30. (STL334384) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available only in US, Canada, and US territories.
Illustrated Book, SC, 6x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $12.99
BLESS GN VOL 03
(W/A) Yukino Sonoyama
Surrounded by a circle of like-minded talent, Aia finally feels free to pursue becoming a makeup artist. His friend Jun makes her own breakthrough toward a seemingly impossible modeling career. Despite the challenges ahead, their determination to succeed is unstoppable. Competition in the beauty world often gets ugly. To get an advantage, Aia asks his rival Ginga for guidance and on-the-job experience. Meanwhile, just as Jun is about to crack, a celebrity insider lends a helping hand a move that might seal the deal. Aia and Jun grow more confident, but they also grapple with the reality that there's always someone better. Could that struggle be what drives them to rise above the rest? (STL334496) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
BLUE LOCK GN VOL 15
(W) Muneyuki Kaneshiro (A) Yusuke Nomura
Thanks to Rin Itoshi s screamer and some solid defending in the dying minutes of the first half, the Blue Lock Eleven are up 2-1 against the U-20 Japan team. Morale is running low in the U-20 locker room, and things only get worse when Sae Itoshi threatens to leave. Just then, an ominous figure emerges from the wings... The demon striker Ryusei Shidou is finally loose and ready to run rampant! (STL334497) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
BLUE LOCK SEASON ONE BOX SET 01
(W) Muneyuki Kaneshiro (A) Yusuke Nomura
The cutthroat battle to become Japan's top striker kicks off in this premium box set of the hit soccer manga that inspired the smash hit anime! After a disastrous defeat at the 2018 World Cup, Japan's team struggles to regroup. But what's mising? An absolute ace striker. The Football Union is hell-bent on creating a striker who hungers for goals and thirsts for victory, so Blue Lock a rigorous training ground for 300 of Japan's best and brightest youth players is created! Includes volumes 1-6 of the Blue Lock manga and an exclusive, double-sided poster. (STL334595) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 1248pgs, B&W SRP: $77.94
BLUE LOCK EPISODE NAGI GN VOL 01
(W) Kota Sannomiya, Muneyuki Kaneshiro (A) Yusuke Nomura
The new prequel manga to the smash-hit soccer action series Blue Lock! Second-year high school student Reo Mikage wants nothing more than to escape his illustrious family's shadow by becoming a soccer star and winning the World Cup. The only thing that's missing is a talented diamond in the rough who can help him achieve his dream. That's when he sets his sights on Seishiro Nagi, a notorious slacker whose quick reflexes are the only hint of athletic ability. Can Reo find the switch to awaken the beast inside Nagi? (STL334596) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
BLUE LOCK EPISODE NAGI GN VOL 01 EXC Q POSKET FIGURE
(W) Kota Sannomiya, Muneyuki Kaneshiro (A) Yusuke Nomura
Score big with this bundle including volume 1 of the manga spinoff Blue Lock: Episode Nagi, plus an exclusive Q Posket figure of the reluctant prodigy Seishiro Nagi himself. The perfect gift for the Blue Lock fanatic in your life, especially if that's yourself! Inside the box, a 5.9' collectible figure from Banpresto's Q Posket line, featuring Seishiro Nagi as he appears in the upcoming anime film, Blue Lock: Episode Nagi, and volume 1 of the Blue Lock: Episode Nagi manga. (STL334597) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $49.99
FABLE OMNIBUS GN VOL 04 (MR)
(W/A) Katsuhisa Minami
The mission to rescue Misaki is a resounding success, ending with Kojima tied up in the trunk and Sunagawa's plans in shambles. But this mess needs cleaning up, and Captain Ebihara slips out of his hospital room for a secret meeting... Meanwhile, with his cast finally off, Maguro's resident assassin wannabe Kuro shows up at Fable's door, begging again to be taken under his wing. Solve one problem, and it's replaced by three more. Is this what it's like to be a working man? This omnibus contains volumes 7 & 8. (STL334511) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 416pgs, B&W SRP: $22.99
FRAGRANT FLOWER BLOOMS WITH DIGNITY GN VOL 03
(W/A) Saka Mikami
This cute and twisty manga spin on Romeo and Juliet is the latest hit in Japan, coming to print from a successful digital-first release! Despite the hostile rivalry between their schools, after spending time together, Rintaro and Kaoruko have begun to feel comfortable around each other. However, even with their growing bond, the barriers between the two schools are so high that Rintaro finds himself at a loss with his friends. The secret of his relationship is putting up walls between them. And so, Rintaro calls Kaoruko and her friend Subaru to a meeting, hoping to find a solution... (STL334512) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-1) NOTE: Available only in US, Canada, and US territories.
SC, 192pgs, FC SRP: $13.99
GACHIAKUTA GN VOL 04
(W) Kei Urana (A) Hideyoshi Andou
Rudo lives in the slums of a floating town, where the poor scrape by under the shadow of the rich who live a sumptuous life, simply casting their garbage off the side, into the abyss. Then one day, he's falsely accused of murder, and his wrongful conviction leads to an unimaginable punishment exile off the edge, with the rest of the trash. Down on the surface, the cast-off waste of humanity has bred vicious monsters, and if Rudo wants to have any hope of discovering the truth and seeking vengeance against those who cast him into Hell, he will have to master a new power and join a group known as the Cleaners who battle the hulking trash beasts of the Pit! (STL334513) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
HITORIJIME MY HERO BOX SET 02 (MR)
(W/A) Memeko Arii
Collect the BL manga that inspired the hit anime in a premium, six-volume box set, including an exclusive bonus booklet featuring newly-translated manga and illustrations! Masahiro Setagawa doesn't believe in heroes, but wishes he could: He's found himself trapped in a gang of small-time street bullies, and with no prospects for a real future. But when high school teacher (and scourge of the streets) Kousuke Ohshiba comes to his rescue, he finds he may start believing after all... in heroes, and in his budding feelings, too. Includes Hitorijime My Hero Vol. 7-12, plus bonus booklet. (STL334518) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
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Box Set, SC, 1056pgs, B&W SRP: $84.99
ICEBLADE SORCERER SHALL RULE WORLD GN VOL 11
(W) Norihito Sasaki (A) Yoshinobu Yamada (CA) Norihito Sasaki
A commoner from the countryside, Ray White finds himself surrounded by the children of aristocrats at Arnold Academy of Magic. Fortunately, he quickly befriends the talented daughter of a noble house, a half-elf short on self-confidence, and a friendly musclehead. Together, the four take on their first practical test in the Kafka Forest. But hey, wait! How did a seemingly talentless commoner like Ray get into Arnold Academy in the first place...? (STL334520) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99
KUSUNOKIS FLUNKING HER HIGH SCHOOL GLOW UP GN VOL 02
(W) Mitsuki Mii
Keisuke Shizuki's peaceful, average high school life is under constant threat. The cutest girl in his grade, Shizuka Kusunoki, won't leave him alone and, as it turns out, the very source of his pretty-girl-phobia, Ririsa Hebikawa, is attending this same high school, too! Between helping Kusunoki remedy her failed glow-up and dodging the unwanted attention their friendship brings, Shizuki's already got his hands full Hebikawa issue aside. Hebikawa reaches out to Kusunoki, but is her offer of friendship genuine...or is she hiding some other ulterior motive? (STL334525) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
NINA STARRY BRIDE GN VOL 07
(W/A/CA) RIKACHI
Nina had a rough start to life, orphaned and stealing to survive, only to be abducted for her unusual lapis lazuli eyes. But to her surprise, her captor, Prince Azure, ordained that she would live the life of a princess... specifically, that of the recently deceased princess-priestess, Alisha, who had her same eyes. Despite her changing fortune, Nina won't give up her old life without a fight. Azure might just be the one to finally match her wits, but how much can she trust him? And can she stop the feelings budding in her heart, knowing she must eventually marry another...? (STL334531) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 176pgs, FC SRP: $12.99
PARASYTE COLOR COLL HC VOL 08 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Hitoshi Iwaaki
Final Volume! Shinichi's normal life is completely over. Forced to flee everything he was trying so desperately to protect, he's now being hunted by the most deadly and monstrous parasite of them all. He won't be able to run forever, but he's not alone. Together, can Shinichi and Migi trust each other enough to find a way to survive? And what kind of life awaits them when it's over? Presented with an updated translation and lettering, in a fully-colorized, premium-quality hardcover for the first time! (STL334534) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 1-1-2)
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HC, 280pgs, FC SRP: $19.99
PASS MONSTER MEAT MILADY GN VOL 06 (MR)
(W) Chika Mizube, Kanata Hoshi (A) Peperon
Like any proper noble lady, one must have certain acquired tastes. For Melphiera Marchalrayd, she just happens to crave a rather exotic protein monsters! But do not judge! Despite its bad reputation, monster meat can be used in exquisite cuisine and Melphiera is determined to change the kingdom's opinion of it! Unfortunately, since debuting in society, Melphiera has been struggling to find her perfect match... until she meets the fearless 'Blood-Mad Duke' of Galbraith! (STL334535) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
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SC, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
PUPPOSITES ATTRACT GN VOL 02
(W) Hono Natsuna
Rottweiler Tsubu-chan and Pomeranian Monjuro are friends and they're leading the way now, pulling their owners Chiharu Kagura and Kiyotaka Tsujii even closer together. Kiyotaka may be a bit shy, and Chiharu a bit reserved, but they can't deny each other's charm--and unexpected similarities to their beloved pup! A chance encounter with a stylish young woman and her dignified old Shiba leads to new friendships and discoveries, and inspires Kiyotaka to make a bold move... (STL334537) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
QUALITY ASSURANCE IN ANOTHER WORLD GN VOL 10
(W) Masamichi Sato
The once powerless NPC, Gaydle, was modified by Yamanaka, another King s Seeker like Haga, and received an incredibly powerful body. But the warriors of the mountains have had it with his barbarous ways. It doesn t take long for Haga and his party to be dragged into their deadly battle. (STL334538) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
RENT A GIRLFRIEND GN VOL 27 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Reiji Miyajima
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 na ve boy meets cute but ruthless girl in this 21st-century manga rom-com! (STL334543) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
SHANGRI LA FRONTIER GN VOL 14
(W) Katarina (A/CA) Ryosuke Fuji
A fast-paced, irreverent adventure for fans of isekai and RPGs! High schooler Rakuro loves hunting down 'trash games,' but one day he decides to play a AAA VR game called Shangri-La Frontier instead. He creates a character with a bird head, skips the cutscenes and jumps right in--but what awaits him in this game is different from anything he's ever faced... (STL334546) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
SHIKIMORIS NOT JUST A CUTIE GN VOL 18
(W/A/CA) Keigo Maki
Izumi-kun and Shikimori-san have decided to dedicate every moment possible to something that could determine their future as a couple: studying for their entrance exams! But there are so many fun events going on at school... In fact, summer and fall are full of one cool distraction after another! Amid this rollercoaster of temptation, Shikimori-san's secret ambition for the future is revealed... (STL334548) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
SIGN OF AFFECTION GN VOL 10
(W/A) Suu Morishita
Since they started going out, the handsome and confident Itsuomi has been nothing but kind and caring toward Yuki, his deaf classmate and now girlfriend. The two have knocked down one challenge after another: staying in touch while Itsuomi is overseas, dealing with friends with unrequited crushes, and finally securing permission from Yuki s parents to move in together. Now the big day is finally here, and they ve just finished bringing the last box into their new home. But now that all that work is done, the most nerve-wracking part begins: everyday life! (STL334549) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
SKETCHY GN VOL 04
(W/A) MAKIHIROCHI
As Ako and Shiho learn more about the world of skateboarding, they also get to know Momo, a talented skater who has the potential to be a world champion. But Momo's path to success is blocked by the lack of a skatepark in her area: she can only practice on her neighborhood streets--as long as her parents don't find out about it... (STL334550) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
SPELLBOOK LIBRARY GN VOL 01
(W/A) Uta Isaki
A Kodansha Reader Portal Series: Made in Japan, published first in English! When he was a child, troublemaker Yan was attacked by a ferocious spellbeast... until he was rescued by a group of Spellbook librarians. Inspired by the librarians' heroic efforts, Yan vows to turn over a new leaf and become a Spellbook librarian to repay their kindness. On the day of his employment exam, he meets Tohru, a mysterious young boy who has his own reasons for wanting to work at the library. Together, Yan and Tohru set off and join the ranks of the Spellbook Library, and begin the long journey to learn just what it takes to become a Spellbook librarian! (STL334592) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
TYING KNOT WITH AN AMAGAMI SISTER GN VOL 07
(W/A) Marcey Naito
Atheist Uryu Kamihate just wants to get into medical school but his foster father runs a shrine and expects him to marry one of the three priestesses! The buxom Yae, the diligent Yuna, and the sporty Asahi all have their charms... if they weren't miko! The Amagami Shrine is preparing to hold its annual festival, and the three sisters are all eagerly preparing! But when debtors come calling and the shrine faces bankruptcy, can an atheist and three shrine maidens set aside their differences long enough to weather the storm?! (STL334559) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
VERSUS GN VOL 01
(W) PEPA (A) Qualia
The compelling and long-awaited new action epic from ONE, the author of One-Punch Man and Mob Psycho 100! Centuries ago, humanity s natural enemy, Demons, invaded the world and defeated humanity. The Great Demon Lord and his generals have since dominated the world, while the human race lives on in fear. In desperation, a group of 47 people gathered from around the world undertake a last-ditch effort to save humanity from ultimate annihilation. These heroes swear to defeat the demon army and win back humanity s freedom, but they have no idea the desperate measures that this battle will drive them to embrace... (STL334591) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
WHEN WILL AYUMU MAKE HIS MOVE GN VOL 17
(W/A) Soichiro Yamamoto
Yaotome's the cute president of the shogi (Japanese chess) club at her high school, and she's pretty sure that her underclassman Ayumu, the only other member, has a huge crush on her. They get together to play shogi every day after school, but no matter what she does, she can't seem to coax or trick him into confessing his feelings! What she doesn't know is that Ayumu has made a pact with himself to reveal his love after he's beaten Yaotome at shogi for the first time. Yet there's one big issue with this plan... he really sucks! (STL334561) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 144pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
WIND BREAKER GN VOL 08
(W/A) Satoru Nii
Haruka Sakura never had a close friend, let alone several. As he grapples with his fear of rejection, he turns to Kaji, the class leader of the second years, for some much-needed advice. Following an impromptu party involving Sakura's favorite omelette rice, he meets Tsubakino, one of the Four Kings. Fascinated by the upperclassman's outspoken and confident personality, what will Sakura discover about himself while learning about Tsubakino's past? (STL334562) Scheduled to ship in October 2024.
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
WITCH HAT ATELIER KITCHEN GN VOL 05
(W) Hiromi Sato (A/CA) Kamome Shirahama
Even the most cultured palate has its likes and dislikes, and young apprentices are no exception. So when Qifrey receives a gift of bottled Starchovies from his former master, he and Olruggio will have to work their usual magic to transform these pungent delicacies into a kid-friendly meal. Whether it's Starchovies or Cuttlekris, no ingredient is too exotic for a couple of kitchen witches! Includes a variety of real sweet and savory recipes with step-by-step instructions. (STL334563) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, FC SRP: $12.99
YOUR LIE IN APRIL OMNIBUS GN VOL 01
(W/A) Naoshi Arakawa
The moving, musical drama about love, life, pain, and passion that inspired the hit anime returns in a huge omnibus edition! Kosei Arima was a piano prodigy until his cruel taskmaster of a mother died suddenly, changing his life forever. Driven by his pain to abandon piano, Kosei now lives in a monotonous, colorless world. Having resigned himself to a bland life, he is surprised when he meets Kaori Miyazono, a violinist with an unorthodox style. Can she bring Kosei back to music, and back to life? This new, 610-page collectible edition of Your Lie in April includes three full volumes of the original release, newly-published color art, translation notes, and a new, larger size. (STL334593) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 608pgs, B&W SRP: $22.99
YATA MOMO GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W/A) Harada
Good-for-nothing himbo Momo lacks the ability to look after himself, while Yata is a reliable but simple lug. The two get off to the worst possible start when Yata comes across Momo during a post-sex clean-up in a public restroom. Taking advantage of Yata's kindness, Momo ends up staying at his apartment. As he spends more time with Yata, the once-slovenly Momo starts to change... But in the midst of this, Momo's previous 'owner' shows up. (STL312041) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXIV #3 (MAR242131)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $15.95
HERO WITHOUT A CLASS GN VOL 02
(W) Kuzu Shichio, Ueda Yumehito (A) Nanae Akio
Even though he was born to parents of the most powerful classes, Arel discovers that he has no class at all! This hasn't stopped him from working his hardest, however, and developing in his own way. He ventures to the sword city of Bresgia to take part in a guild battle. His efforts place his new guild, Dragon Fang, among the best, and afterwards Arel learns of the city's most prestigious tournament, the Sword God Cup. It's a battle where the strongest make their names, and so Arel heads into the city's giant underground labyrinth to sharpen his skills. (STL332537) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95
I WAS SOLD DIRT CHEAP POWER LEVEL IS OFF CHARTS GN VOL 01
(W) Ryoma (A) Cambria Bakuhatsu Tarou
In another world, war is waged through battles of humanoid mechanical 'Magic Suits.' These suits are piloted with power called Ludea, intrinsic to each human from birth. One day, Yuta and his whole high school class are summoned to fight. Why? 'People from Earth have high Ludea Rates.' So they say, but Yuta's Rate was only 2? As his classmates are auctioned off for fortunes, Yuta is sold as a slave for next to nothing. But before long, an encounter with a mysterious white Magic Suit sets him on the path to awaken his hidden strength! (STL332536) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95
TALES OF THE TENDO FAMILY GN VOL 04
(W/A) Ken Saito
A young woman impersonates Hojo Ran, the daughter of a baron betrothed to Tendo Masato, heir to the Tendo family. The relationship between the two begins to take on new dimensions. The pair must attend a rose-viewing party at the Tendo estate, but this seemingly innocuous event could soon turn deadly (STL332538) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $11.95
USOTOKI RHETORIC GN VOL 09
(W/A/CA) Ritsu Miyako
Kanoko has realized she's in love with Iwai Soma. She becomes conscious of this as they work yet another case. While lost in her fluffy feelings she is kidnapped by Shiro, the notorious criminal they've had to deal with all this time. (STL332539) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95
S MAGAZINE VOL 84
(A/CA) rurudo
Our newly drawn cover and opening feature is by rurudo, with interviews and illustration making articles. Also included are interviews commemorating the release of mignon's art collection 'YUMMY TUMMY' and Shuzo Oshimi's 'Chi no wadachi' ('Blood Trail') and 'Okaeri Alice' ('Welcome Back Alice'), along with features on Julietta Suzuki's 'Oshi ni amagami' ('Sweet Bite'), and Mushiba's 'Anata orenji, konomachi buruu' ('You're Orange, This City's Blue'). Japanese text. (STL332617) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in US and Canada.
Art Book, SC, 8x11, 156pgs, FC SRP: $29.99
SMALL S MAGAZINE VOL 75
(CA) UEKURA Eku
This issue's cover was created by the illustrator UEKURA Eku. Inside there is an interview and illustration-making video using SAI. A beginner's course on CLIP STUDIO PAINT, along with illustration-making tutorials on COPIC markers, watercolors and color brush pens are also featured! In a special supplement, a 2024 Calendar (UEKURA Eku, Karin, Fukamidori Uri, Hoshineko Shizuka, HAGEZURA, Natsume Lemon, Shiiro). Plus, Eukera Eku: Interview & Illustration Making Materials: SAI & Photoshop. Japenese text. (STL332620) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in US and Canada.
Art Book, SC, 8x12, 128pgs, FC SRP: $25.00
VIOLA THE ART OF SENBON UMISHIMA SC
(A) Senbon Umishima
This collection features original artworks that are uniquely Senbon Umishima's, including illustrations from the artist's first collection 'A Bouquet of a Thousand Flowers,' the manga 'The Stories,' and more. The works are divided into two parts: one part features illustrations and one part showcases short manga. Also included are acclaimed commercial works such as illustrations for 'Suzume and the Chair,' the official spin-off picture book prequel to the film 'Suzume,' which was also a big hit overseas. (STL332622) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in US and Canada.
Art Book, SC, 8x10, 226pgs, FC SRP: $39.99
ANIME CAFE 50 ICONIC TREATS SNACKS DRINKS FAVORITE ANIME
(W) Nadine Estero
Immerse yourself in your favorite anime worlds and caf culture, in its myriad forms, through 50 different anime movies and series, from the beloved films of Studio Ghibli to popular series such as One Piece. Food plays an important role in anime, whether it is briefly shown in a slice-of-life scene or the entire plotline of an episode or even a series, and popular anime food creator Nadine Estero (@issagrill) has perfectly captured these favorite food and drink moments once again, in this follow-up to her best-selling cookbook, The Anime Chef Cookbook. In The Anime Caf , Nadine takes on lighter fare, focusing on 50 drinks, snacks, and sweet treats traditional Japanese favorites and inventive re-creations and bringing them from the screen to your table. (STL332559) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops.
Cookbook, HC, 8x11, 160pgs, FC SRP: $19.99
APPLE BLACK GN VOL 05 RUMBLE TRIALS
(W/A) Odunze Oguguo
Sano competes with the graduating class of the country's guild in the Rumble Trials to determine their ten representatives for the Continent's Nirvana Games. While the classmates go all out, Sano promises Angelo that he won't use his arm of Merlin, Arodihs, to avoid the disaster that occurred the last time Arodihs used Sano as a vessel. To compensate, Angelo offers Sano a new wand. Can Sano prevail without using his Arodihs arm? (STL332554) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 224pgs, PC SRP: $13.99
SATURDAY AM ANNUAL GN VOL 2025 (MR)
(W/A) Various
As manga's popularity has exploded around the world, many young artists are inspired to create manga-inspired comics called diverse manga. Saturday AM Annual is the yearly showcase that discovers and celebrates the work of these emerging creative talents while also giving you an inside look at the world of manga fandom. The 2025 edition presents fresh manga-ka, stories, and articles, all from a global perspective. (STL332555) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 224pgs, PC SRP: $15.99
365 DAYS TO WEDDING GN VOL 05
(W/A) Tamiki Wakaki
The fake engaged couple, Oohara Takuya and Honjouji Rika, have apparently become relationship goals! They ve been asked by their workplace to start a blog proving that the J.T.C. travel agency is a great place for couples and families. However, that means all their lies about living together are going to have to become a reality! But how can they share the same space when they can barely even talk to each other right now? (STL334488) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
7TH LOOP VILLAINESS CAREFREE LIFE GN VOL 06
(W) Touko Amekawa (A/CA) Wan Hachipisu
Now that Coyolles has exposed their weakness and left themselves at Galkhein's mercy, Rishe walks a dangerously thin line as she prepares to make her case for an alliance between the two nations. Will her negotiations with Arnold be enough to save Coyolles from disaster? Meanwhile, her alchemy teacher from a previous life, Michel H vin, is convinced no good can come from his latest experiment, gunpowder. Determined to keep this destructive power out of the hands of her fianc , Rishe will once again need to get creative and show her friend the non-lethal potential of the explosive poison he s created. (STL334489) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
BIG APPLE GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Harusari (A) Hodot
A gorgeous and full-color BL webtoon/manhwa (comic) about a man leading a double life and his handsome lover who will stop at nothing to save their relationship. Joachim has a deadly secret: he's a hitman for the SIA (the 'Secret Intelligence Agency'): a covert organization whose operatives possess special abilities. Working in the shadows, Joachim is a trained professional assigned dangerous missions that he executes to perfection. Yet, despite his aptitude for the job, Joachim hates it! But quitting the Agency is easier said than done. When Joachim's latest mission goes awry, he determines to do whatever is necessary to keep his handsome and generous lover Juergen safe even if it means breaking off their relationship and going dark. Except Juergen isn't ready to give him up so easily. (STL334587) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 220pgs, B&W SRP: $21.99
BLACK NIGHT PARADE GN VOL 05 (MR)
(W/A) Hikaru Nakamura
Miharu s mother Haruko comes to tour her son s company, where she meets Rudolph. Teppei suddenly appears and confronts Rudolph, using his Cupid's Arrow on Haruko and turning her into his ally! Teppei is acting under the suspicion that Rudolph is actually Miharu s father, but is there more behind his heinous behavior? The situation takes an even more chaotic turn when a giant mouse attacks! (STL334495) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 170pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
CANDY & CIGARETTES GN VOL 10 (MR)
(W/A) Tomonori Inoue
The New York shooting incident was caused by Bertha on Falcone s orders. As she continues her bloody escape, lost memories of her past begin to resurface. The New World Order conspiracy is moving forward fast! Miharu and Raizo try to make secret contact with the President of the United States! (STL334498) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 208pgs, FC SRP: $13.99
CHILLIN ANOTHER WORLD LEVEL 2 SUPER CHEAT POWERS GN VOL 09
(W) Miya Kinojo (A) Akine Itomachi
Caught between warring humans and demons, Flio comes up with a new plan to spark communication between the factions selling them both the secret to his magic! (With some strings attached.) Meanwhile, all is not well back at the homestead! Balirossa and company struggle with culture shock as they reckon with the newcomer Wyne the Wyvern and her decidedly inhuman takes on life and death. Flio's constant search for understanding leads to the snow-covered mountain homeland of the wyverns themselves, where he will walk a mile in their giant, scaly feet. Will hope prevail, or will the border wall of biases stand firm? (STL334500) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 170pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
CITRUS PLUS GN VOL 06 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Saburouta
The hit yuri manga and anime series continues with this new spin-off manga! High schoolers (and stepsisters) Yuzu and Mei have gone public with their relationship! The two are happy to be dating out in the open, but friends and family keep trying to butt in with advice. Can Yuzu and Mei figure things out on their own? The return of the modern yuri classic! (STL334501) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
CLASSROOM OF ELITE GN VOL 12
(W) Syougo Kinugasa (A) Yuyu Ichino
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! The entire student body is split into two teams for the annual sports festival. It s Classes A and D vs. Classes B and C, but with Horikita holding her classmates to the same high standards she holds herself to, it isn t long before everyone begins to distance themselves from her. Will this affect Class D s chance for victory? (STL334502) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 132pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
CROSSPLAY LOVE OTAKU X PUNK GN VOL 10
(W/A) Tooru
Yuuma's stuck between a rock and a hard place not only does he have to take part in his class's crossplay caf exhibition, he's also supposed to be there as Hana from Cafe Roman to help out! Meanwhile Shuumei, on seeing Yuuma crossdress, is hit with a deluge of baffling feelings... Will it be smooth sailing for these two or are turbulent waters ahead?! (STL334504) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
DELINQUENT DADDY & TENDER TEACHER GN VOL 05 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Tama Mizuki
Big changes are afoot for Hitsuji, Hatoyama, and Hinata! Hatoyama has been tapped to be the manager of a caf on the verge of closure, and Hinata has made his very first friend! As always, Hitsuji is ready to support both of them as much as he can. But when Hatoyama takes a break from the caf one night to bring Hitsuji an umbrella, the young teacher's worst fear comes true one of his colleagues catches them together! Will their relationship finally be exposed? (STL334505) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: No countries actually denied.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 170pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
DUKE OF DEATH & HIS MAID GN VOL 15
(W) Koharu Inoue, Koharu Inoue (A) Koharu Inoue
The death-match against Sad , the wickedest witch there ever was, builds to a frenzied crescendo. Will The Duke s fervent overtures of friendship break through the mind-reading witch s defenses, or is he doomed to be cursed with the touch of death until the end of his days?! (STL334507) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
DUNGEON OF BLACK COMPANY GN VOL 11 (MR)
(W/A/CA) Youhei Yasumura
Ninomiya Kinji is the devious sort of guy who'll stop at nothing to even the scales, and his latest target is a mysterious white-robed man with seemingly limitless power. It'll take all of Ninomiya's wits and business savvy to pull one over on somebody who can control the flow of time itself...but in the meantime, he finds himself embroiled in a love triangle with two beautiful women! Just what sort of plan is Ninomiya scheming this time?! (STL334508) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
ENNEAD GN VOL 04 (MR)
(W/A) Mojito
Nine powerful gods of ancient Egypt are known as the Ennead. When the god of war, Seth, kills his brother Osiris to take over Egypt, he ushers in an era of chaos and cruelty under his rule. The other gods are unable to fight Seth's power until centuries later, when a new challenger appears: Horus, the child of Isis. Horus is not yet even a full god, but he's backed by other deities to dethrone Seth and bring an end to the many years of bloodshed. The conflict between Seth and Horus that begins as a series of trials warps into a complex web of deceit, obsession... and even desire. This is the very first time the BL graphic novel series will be printed in English, presented in beautiful full-color editions in an oversized trim! Seven Seas will release two versions of the series, which were originally drawn for different audiences: a paperback version rated Older Teen, and a deluxe hardcover version rated Mature. (STL334509) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 328pgs, FC SRP: $22.99
ENNEAD HC VOL 04 (MR)
(W/A) Mojito
The full-color Boys Love webtoon/comic hit inspired by ancient Egyptian mythology! (Hardcover Edition for Mature Audiences)
Nine powerful gods of ancient Egypt are known as the Ennead. When the god of war, Seth, kills his brother Osiris to take over Egypt, he ushers in an era of chaos and cruelty under his rule. The other gods are unable to fight Seth s power until centuries later, when a new challenger appears: Horus, the child of Isis. Horus is not yet even a full god, but he s backed by other deities to dethrone Seth and bring an end to the many years of bloodshed. The conflict between Seth and Horus that begins as a series of trials warps into a complex web of deceit, obsession...and even desire.
GRAVITATION COLLECTORS ED GN VOL 03
(W) Maki Murakami (A) Yukino Sonoyama
A battle for the top of the Billboard charts pits Shuichi against his favorite idol, Sakuma Ryuichi now his biggest rival! As the spotlight intensifies and tensions rise, Yuki suddenly leaves for New York. Left behind, will Shuichi move on to someone else? (STL334514) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 370pgs, B&W SRP: $24.99
HATE ME BUT LET ME STAY GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W/A) Hijiki
Naoto and Hazuki s relationship may have gotten off to a rocky start, but this alpha and omega pair have not only fallen in love and become mates, they ve even welcomed a new son! Naoto never thought he could be this happy. But when a figure from his tragic past finds him again and threatens to destroy the new life he s built for himself with Hazuki, Naoto will need to summon the courage to overcome his trauma and defend his family! (STL334515) Scheduled to ship in November 2024.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
HEADHUNTED TO ANOTHER WORLD SALARYMAN GN VOL 07
(W) Muramitsu (A) Benigashira
To stop the vile tyrant Buzzan from forcing Ulmandra to be his bride, Uchimura teams up with Ulmandra s older brother, Vahn. They infiltrate the wedding, but Vahn's attempt to assassinate Buzzan takes an unexpected turn. Angered by Vahn s betrayal, Buzzan calls for his execution. Will Vahn s carefully laid plan for revenge and his faith in Uchimura pay off? Or will it all come crashing down with the sudden appearance of a deadly new Calamity in Kuryuu? (STL334516) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 180pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
HIS MAJESTY DEMON KINGS HOUSEKEEPER GN VOL 08
(W) Saiko Wadori (A/CA) Mika Kajiyama
Sakura s newest adventure has her heading to the underwater Mermaid s Domain, where she must find King Emelda a pearl with anti-aging properties. But the Mermaid Queen becomes smitten with Sakura, and the housekeeping saint finds herself trapped underwater with a fishtail! It s up to the Demon King to dive to her rescue. Will this deep water adventure finally make Sakura realize her deep seated feelings? (STL334517) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 168pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
I SHIP MY RIVAL X ME GN (MR)
(W) PEPA (A) Qualia
The full-color manhua (comic) adaptation of the hit danmei/Boys' Love novel! Wei Yanzi and Gu Yiliang debuted together three years ago, from the same agency, so it was inevitable that they'd be considered rivals by their fans. Unfortunately for Wei Yanzi, while Gu Yiliang has phenomenal acting skills to go with his idol-tier good looks Wei Yanzi only has the idol-tier good looks. He's so tired of reading online hate comments accusing him of scheming to undermine Gu Yiliang that when he stumbles across a community of people who fervently believe the two actors are an item, it's not just a shock it's a relief! Moved by these fans' passion and thrilled to find a community where nobody's trash-talking him, Wei Yanzi becomes addicted to their posts analyzing his and Gu Yiliang's every move for shipping fuel. Of course there's nothing actually going on between the two of them but as he spends more time with Gu Yiliang on the period drama they're filming together, why is Wei Yanzi starting to feel like the shippers might actually be onto something?! (STL334589) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 260pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
IDEAL SPONGER LIFE GN VOL 17 (MR)
(W) Tsunehiko Watanabe (A/CA) Neko Hinotsuki
A new era has come for the Kingdom of Capua, as Queen Aura delegates great powers to her new Prime Minister and Grand Marshal. And even though the Queen is still expecting her second child, Zenjiro is preparing for a very long voyage across the sea to the mysterious and icy Northern Continent. With the ocean teeming with monsters and the route demanding passage through treacherous waters, it's time for some special preparations, both magical and otherwise. It won't be long before it's time for Zenjiro to show his strength as a diplomat once again! (STL334521) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 158pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
IM EVIL LORD OF AN INTERGALACTIC EMPIRE GN VOL 05 (MR)
(W) Yomu Mishima (A/CA) Kai Nadashima
Liam finished his training and all he got was one lousy rival. When he wouldn't play along with a fixed contest, the angry nobles sent pirates after him. But the joke's on them hunting pirates is Liam's favorite pastime. He's been feeling rusty! With a new ship and an unprepared opponent, crushing these fools is just the warm up he needs! (STL334522) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 162pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
KILLER SHARK IN ANOTHER WORLD GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W) Kuboken
Shiromi only ever wanted someone to acknowledge her... But even after slaying the demon general Apapanelle alongside her unintended familiar, Sharkiller, nobody s ever said Great job! Maybe it s because she accidentally destroyed that village. Or that time her shark ate the adventurers she was trying to save. Or perhaps it s got to do with the fact that everyone she ever meets ends up in the jaws of a shark from a terrible Hollywood B movie. But surely they ll forgive her if she takes down another demon general! Right? (STL334524) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 210pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
LADY & HER BUTLER GN VOL 02
(W/A) Jade
Sooha couldn t ask for a better housekeeper than Taesoo. He cooks delicious meals, keeps the apartment spotless, and is a great listener. That s why she s so upset when the cute male student who works at the convenience store starts hanging out with Taesoo. If they start dating, what will happen to her clean and happy home? More than that, could she be catching feelings for her dashing roommate? (STL334526) Scheduled to ship in November 2024.
SC, 296pgs, B&W SRP: $21.99
NO LONGER ALLOWED IN ANOTHER WORLD GN VOL 07
(W) Hiroshi Noda (A) Takahiro Wakamatsu
On the surface, the Kingdom of Blau is a utopia, prospering under the protection of Archbishop Elton, the first goblin to hold a position usually reserved for elves. Yet a secret tragic history has corrupted Elton's heart, and the prosperity of Blau is only a veneer that hides the rot beneath. Every single otherworlder within its borders has been imprisoned by his command. Yet when a certain suicidal literary legend arrives in town, the rage of this fallen priest will inspire him to craft a story unlike any he's written before... (STL334532) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1) NOTE: No countries actually denied.
SC, 160pgs, PC SRP: $13.99
OTONARI COMPLEX GN VOL 02
(W/A) Saku Nonomura
Akira sees Makoto as her precious, beloved childhood friend; the one place where she can truly be herself is by his side. But ever since she befriended Fumi-chan, a girl with an unrequited crush on Makoto, a dark cloud has been hanging over Akira that just won't go away. Even if things around them change, their relationship will always stay the same... right? (STL334533) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 186pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
REBORN AS A BARRIER MASTER GN VOL 07
(W) Kataoka Naotaro (A) Souichi
At 34 years old, Kubo Tamotsu works at an exploitative company only to wake up one day in an unfamiliar world, reincarnated into the body of a six-year-old. Not aware of his innate Barrier Master skills, he finds himself on the slave market, and up for auction! When no one bids on him and he s queued for disposal, he is rescued in the nick of time by Marquess Basam. He will be raised as the Marquess personal Barrier Master under a new name, Linus, and his talent as a Barrier Master will grow day by day. His troubles never seem to end, as he struggles to survive! (STL334539) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1) NOTE: No countries actually denied.
SC, 159pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
RELIVING LIFE WITH BOYFRIEND WHO DOESNT REMEMBER GN VOL 02
(W) Eiko Mutsuhana (A) Gin Shirakawa
Seventeen-year-old Oriana mysteriously died along with her boyfriend, Vincent, but she returned from death in her seven-year-old body with her memories intact. Although Vincent doesn t remember her when they meet again, Oriana is determined to protect him in this life and prevent his death. Vincent initially finds her unpleasant, but now, he can t take his eyes off of her (STL334598) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
SHEEP PRINCESS IN WOLFS CLOTHING GN VOL 04
(W/A) Mito
Aki is a Wolfa butler and Momo is a Sheepa princess. Despite their social divide, the two have fallen in love and must keep their relationship a secret from everyone else. Meanwhile, Aki's coworkers, Sakaki and Kiku, must deal with their feelings for each other! (STL334547) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 152pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
A STEPMOTHERS MARCHEN GN VOL 05 (MR)
(W) Spice&kitty (A/CA) ORKA
It is almost the marchioness Shuri von Neuschwanstein's nineteenth birthday, and love is in the air for everyone else, at least! Jeremy is preparing for his upcoming marriage to Ohera, which will make him the new head of the Neuschwanstein family. Elias is off with a new girl seemingly every other day. Even little Rachel has a budding romance of her own with a foreign prince. But Shuri mustn't let her guard down, because ever since Cardinal Richelieu voiced his suspicions about Shuri's reincarnation, he's been plotting. The Church isn't yet done with the Neuschwanstein family, but instead of targeting Shuri or Jeremy, this time they've set their sights on someone much more vulnerable! (STL334491) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 304pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
TOKYO REVENGERS OMNIBUS GN VOL 15 (VOL 25-26)
(W/A) Ken Wakui
When Takemichi finally came face-to-face with his old friend Mikey, he found a man totally consumed by his darkest urges. Just minutes after they met, Mikey shot him in cold bloodbefore he could die, Takemichi found himself thrown ten years into the past. He's vowed to save Mikey from his descent into evil, but that'll be easier said than done. Tokyo's delinquent underworld is now controlled by the 'Three Titans,' and Mikey is among them, ruling over a brand-new gang. To change the course of history, Takemichi decides to join a rival crew and confront his old friend head-on! Collects volumes 25 & 26. (STL334556) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 390pgs, B&W SRP: $22.99
TOKYO REVENGERS LETTER FORM KEISUKE BAJI GN VOL 02
(W) Ken Wakui (A/CA) Yukinori Natsukawaguchi
Chifuyu Matsuno thought he was surrounded by losers, and his only outlet to stave off boredom was fighting, until Keisuke Baji introduced him to the Tokyo Manji motorcycle gang. After proving himself against the rival gang Killer Bee, Chifuyu is eager to rise through the ranks. However, that often means butting heads with Ryusei Satou, who mysteriously goes missing after an ominous warning about being targeted by Yotsuya Kaiden. Chifuyu must set aside their differences and find his gang s missing member before it s too late! (STL334555) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 168pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
TREE OF DEATH YOMOTSUHEGUI GN VOL 03 (MR)
(W/A) Masasumi Kakizaki
The final volume! Nawa and Ren's quest to bestow death upon those who feast on the fruit of the Yomotsuhegui brings them face to face with Yue, King of the Undying! His four-thousand year-old secret is revealed, as is a darker one hiding in the very seed of the fruit within Nawa's body. After strange aeons, can even death finally die?! (STL334558) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
YES NO OR MAYBE GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Michi Ichiho (A) Yukimura
Love in the limelight! The hit Boys' Love light novel (and anime film) is now a manga. Kunieda Kei is the up-and-coming Prince Charming of the evening news, but inside, he's anything but princely. He's brash, hot-tempered, and prickly as can be. For years, he's been able to juggle his private and professional personas, but a run-in with animator Ushio Tsuzuki threatens to bring his self-control crashing down. Will Kei's mask slip and expose him for who he is, or is there someone who might love and accept both his sides? (STL334588) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 170pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
HEAVEN OFFICIALS BLESSING TIAN DLX HC NOVEL 02
(W) Mo Xiang Tong Xiu (A) ZeldaCW
These blockbuster danmei/Boys' Love novels from China inspired the animated series: an epic historical fantasy about a prince and the mysterious man by his side. Born the crown prince of a prosperous kingdom, Xie Lian was renowned for his beauty, strength, and purity. His years of dedicated study and noble deeds allowed him to ascend to godhood. But those who rise may also fall, and fall he does from the heavens and banished to the world below. Eight hundred years after his mortal life, Xie Lian has ascended to godhood for the third time, angering most of the gods in the process. To repay his debts, he is sent to the Mortal Realm to hunt down violent ghosts and troublemaking spirits who prey on the living. Along his travels, he meets the fascinating and brilliant San Lang, a young man with whom he feels an instant connection. Yet San Lang is clearly more than he appears... What mysteries lie behind that carefree smile? This deluxe hardcover rerelease of Seven Seas' bestselling English-language paperback features special embellishments, including a new metallic foil illustration on a cloth hardcover, a dust jacket with all-new art, printed edges, and a cloth bookmark. (STL334599) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Novel, HC, 6x8, 452pgs, B&W SRP: $29.99
REMNANTS OF FILTH YUWU L NOVEL 05 (MR)
(W) Rou Bao Bu Chi Rou
This wildly popular danmei/Boys' Love novel series from China set in the universe of The Husky and His White Cat Shizun. Noble-born Mo Xi is the foremost general of Chonghua, known for his ruthless temper and ascetic air. Once he was one of two promising young commanders, twin stars of the empire. His comrade, the lowborn Gu Mang, was Mo Xi's brother-in-arms, best friend, and secretly his lover, until the day Gu Mang turned traitor and joined the ranks of their nation's greatest enemy. Now Gu Mang has been returned to the empire a ruined man, a shadow of the military genius he once was. The public clamors for his death, and no one yearns for vengeance more than Mo Xi. Or so he thought for faced once more with his bitterest enemy, Mo Xi is left with more questions than answers. Why did the man he loved betray him? And what secrets hide behind Gu Mang's tortured eyes? (STL334542) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
Novel, SC, 400pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
YOUVE GOT MAIL PERILS OF PIGEON POST L NOVEL 02 (MR)
(W) Blackegg
Lonely, poor, and pushing forty, Wu Xingzi doesn't have much to live for. In fact, the only thing he has going for him is the perfect funeral plot he's picked out for himself... That is, until he stumbles across the Peng Society and their monthly volume of personal ads for gay men. At first, he's just looking for friendship with like-minded people, but when he finds out that it's customary for members to respond to polite letters with shockingly detailed ink drawings of their, ahem, intimate anatomy, Wu Xingzi quickly gains a new purpose in life: collecting phallic illustrations through the pigeon post! There's just one problem. His favorite two-dimensional specimen belongs to a man who's intent on thrusting himself into Wu Xingzi's life in a very real, firm, three-dimensional fashion The Seven Seas English-language edition of this Mature-rated novel will feature uncensored text and exclusive new art. (STL334565) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
Novel, SC, 400pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
CASE FILES OF JEWELER RICHARD LIGHT NOVEL 09 (MR)
(W) Mika Akatsuki (A) Nanako Tsujimura, Utako Yukihiro
A declaration of martial law in Sri Lanka sends Seigi temporarily back to Japan until a strange message has him flying to Hong Kong to meet with one Vincent Lai, the man who seems as determined to betray Richard as he is to keep helping Seigi. What does Vincent truly want from them? And what will Seigi do once he reunites with Richard? (STL334499) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 1-1-0) NOTE: No countries actually denied.
MATURE THEMES
Light Novel, SC, 248pgs, PC SRP: $15.99
CONDEMNED VILLAINESS GOES BACK IN TIME SC NOVEL 03
(W) Bakufu Narayama (A/CA) Ebisushi
Claudia may have helped her former brothel companions, but saving them altogether seems impossible. That is, until a cardinal sidles up to her during a foreign trade visit, looking to cut a deal. It's a prime opportunity to have the powerful church and its seedy underbelly in her back pocket! She agrees to cooperate with the cardinal, but he's just one more pawn in her master plan. Thus begins an elaborate game of deception as Claudia battles to become the boss of a crime syndicate! (STL334503) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Light Novel, SC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
DRUGSTORE IN ANOTHER WORLD CHEAT PHARMACIST L NOVEL 08
(W) Kennoji (A) Matsuuni
When corporate drone Reiji wakes up in another world, he comes face-to-face with a fatally wounded werewolf. Thankfully, Reiji's new Medicine Maker skill enables him to brew uniquely effective potions. Alongside his new wolf-girl friend, Reiji and his amazing cures are ready to revolutionize this fantasy world. Be they an old man seeking the secret of youth or an elven archer with blurry vision, all comers are welcome to his countryside pharmacy. (STL334506) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Light Novel, SC, 244pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
LONER LIFE IN ANOTHER WORLD LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 10
(W) Shoji Goji (A) Saku Enomaru
Loner Haruka and his classmates set out for the Beast Kingdom as envoys for Diorelle amid the Theocracy-induced political turmoil. Their mission? Win the Beast Kingdom s support! But the beastfolk revere strength above all else and seem to distain the low-level Haruka. If that isn t bad enough, the strongest members of the tribe challenge Haruka to a duel! (STL334527) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 500pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
MUSHOKU TENSEI REDUNDANT REINCARNATION LN 01 (MR)
(W) PEPA (A) Qualia
Dive back into the Mushoku Tensei universe as the hit isekai tale continues in this new light novel series! Rudeus Greyrat has finally emerged victorious from the showdown at Biheiril Kingdom. With his hard-fought battle over, he can finally rest easy and put his adventuring days behind him. Yeah right! The epic fight may be done, but the story of the Jobless Reincarnation cast is far from over. There's still Norn's wedding, Lucie's first day at school, hunting down marriage partners for Dohga and Isolde, and then is that Ghislaine?! Get ready for a bounty of antics and action from the Mushoku Tensei universe as the story continues! (STL334590) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
light novel, SC, 260pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
REINCARNATED AS DRAGON HATCHLING SC NOVEL 08
(W) Nekoko (A) Naji Yanagida
Rumors of a princess ransacking castles across the land with adventurers hungry for experience points reach Illusia s ears. However, this is not just any princess it s the Demon King in disguise! Eager for adventure, Illusia makes his way to the royal capital, running into the famed Dragon Slayer, Volk, and they infiltrate the royal capital where another surprise awaits: Myria! It seems both of Illusia s new companions have been invited to join the princess s army. It s sure to be a trap, but there s only one way to find out! (STL334541) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 444pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
REINCARNATED AS A SWORD LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 15
(W) Yuu Tanaka (A/CA) Llo
An off-campus survival class puts Fran to the test when the students she s overseeing are swarmed by an unexpected wave of monsters. Can she and Teacher keep her charges safe and foil a certain evil alchemist s plans? Or will her instructor days be over before they even begin? (STL334540) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
Light Novel, SC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
SURVIVAL IN ANOTHER WORLD WITH MY MISTRESS LN 07 (MR)
(W) Ryuto (A/CA) Yappen
As if annihilating the Holy Kingdom's massive army of 60,000 men weren't enough, the crafty Kousuke now has to work extra hard to restore law and order to the land. But between his loving harem and pampering harpies, both eager to use him like a studhorse, who has time for all that? And if his plate wasn't full enough, a fateful envoy arrives from the empire (STL334553) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
light novel, SC, 340pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
SWORD OF DEMON HUNTER KIJIN GENTOSHO SC NOVEL 07 (MR)
(W) Motoo Nakanishi (A/CA) Yu Satomi
It is now year 16 of the Meiji era (1883 AD). 43 years have passed since Jinya left all he knew in Kadono and set off on a journey to grow stronger. In that time, he's forged a somewhat peaceful life for himself at Demon Soba with his daughter and friends. But if Jinya's many years have taught him anything, it's that nothing lasts forever a lesson made all too clear as he once again crosses paths with Suzune, his sister who is determined to become the Demon God. As their reunion threatens to change not only the trajectory of his own fate, but of those around him as well, Jinya will finally give his answer to the question posed long ago: 'Human, for what purpose do you wield your blade?' (STL334554) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
MATURE THEMES
Light Novel, SC, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
TOO MANY LOSING HEROINES L NOVEL 02
(W) Takibi Amamori (A) Imigimuru
Yakishio Lemon hasn t given up on love just yet! Even though her crush can t seem to take his eyes off the winning heroine, Asagumo Chihaya, there s still time for Lemon to catch up from behind. But even if she does manage to catch the object of her affection alone, can she really muster up the courage to confess? Are we about to see a Losing Heroine stand atop the podium having finally snatched victory from the jaws of defeat? (STL334557) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Light Novel, SC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
ICE GUY & COOL GIRL GN VOL 07
(W/A/CA) Miyuki Tonogaya
Sparks fly between the handsome descendant of a snow spirit and the oblivious coworker he has a crush on! As Himuro and Fuyutsuki continue to dance around each other and their blossoming mutual feelings, two of their coworkers aren't so hesitant! When the guys wind up joining the girls on their trip to a hot spring, Saejima confides in Himuro that he s planning to use this opportunity to ask Komori out! That revelation and the charming sight of Fuyutsuki in a yukata leaves Himuro unable to keep his cool! Flurries of passion can't be far behind... (STL334519) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
SC, 128pgs, FC SRP: $14.99
MAN AND HIS CAT GN VOL 12
(W/A) Umi Sakurai
Kanda agonizes over the right cat tower for Fukumaru. Then, a lost dog shows up in Kanda's garden, and Sorako brings it inside?! A familiar face known online as 'twinkle_bell' also intrigues a teenager who's stopped attending high school... Although Kanda and Fukumaru's simple life continues to change when Siam gets a new owner, the pair's bond grows deeper than ever. (STL334528) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
MY DRESS UP DARLING GN VOL 12 (MR)
(W/A) Shinichi Fukuda
Though the impromptu horror-game group cosplay came with a whole bunch of twists, from JuJu's surprise costume to Akira's big secret, one revelation failed to make the highlight reel: Marin never told Wakana how she feels about him! Now with Winter Comiket and a complicated new cosplay on the horizon, the right moment seems even more elusive! But as Christmas cheer fills the air, could there be a more perfect time for a heartful confession of love? (STL325440) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
MATURE THEMES
RES. from Previews Vol. XXXIV #6 (JUN242366)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
MY ISEKAI LIFE GN VOL 15
(W) Shinkoshoto (A) Huuka Kazabana, Ponjea
A seemingly unending horde of monsters threatens to take over Evildominus Island thanks to a mysterious cursed tree. Yuji must figure out a way to save the adventurers from a grisly fate without letting anyone find out about his powerful magic ability! While doing so, Yuji receives an unexpected letter from Father Steyl, giving him a convenient cover story for the extraordinarily powerful spell he ll need to wipe out the monsters and protect the precious fertilizer, Mother Earth s Tears. But will his magic be enough to dispel the curse that shrouds the island? (STL334530) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
SOUL EATER NOT PERFECT ED HC VOL 02
(W) Singyougaku (A) Arinokamati
Experience the fun-filled, action-packed spin-off to Atsushi Ohkubo's global hit with this all-new, deluxe collector's edition! Tsugumi and her pair of potential partners enjoy a girls' day out at the local Death Bazaar until Eternal Feather, their friend and mentor, begins to attack innocent shoppers! Who is the mysterious witch behind the recent string of violent outbursts? And what is she plotting for Halloween, when Tsugumi must choose either Meme or Anya to be her official Meister? Brand-new cover art drawn by creator Atsushi Ohkubo himself! (STL334551) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 320pgs, B&W SRP: $22.99
SUPPOSE A KID FROM LAST DUNGEON MOVED GN VOL 12
(W) Toshio Satou (A/CA) Hajime Fusemachi
Lloyd and company are in Rokujo, working as extras on a movie. But when Alka's spell turns Lloyd into a grown-up, he's plucked out of the line-up to headline the film! The Jiou Empire and the Rising Blue Dragon are colluding in the shadows, pulling Rokujo's strings but will Lloyd's innocent actions foil it all? The time has come for the final volume, and Lloyd's unfairly overpowered right up until the curtain falls! (STL334552) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
SC, 240pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
ALPHA WOLFGIRL X OMEGA WOLFBOY GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W) Natsuha Kasazaki
What will happen to the twisted affair between a female alpha and a male omega? Oukami Ako and Ohkami Ichirou are headed to an amusement park for a double date. Are they finally settling into something healthier? This upswing doesn t last long, though. Ako s ex-fianc shows up at the restaurant where the two work. What tangled mess will return with his presence? (STL334492) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
HOW TO BE A MANGA ARTIST SC
(W) Fumio Obata & Various (A) Silvia Vanni
Following How to Draw a Graphic Novel, Balthazar Pagani returns, joined by manga expert Asuka Ozumi, to demystify the process of creating manga, from the initial idea that morphs into a story to what it's like to work in a professional manga studio. Featuring the work of Italian manga illustrator Silvia Vanni and told from the point of view of two young manga fans, How to Be a Manga Artist delivers a blend of professional advice and practical tips to guide aspiring creators, including how to construct a compelling narrative, develop characters your readers will fall in love with, and the basics of printing, digital-file setup, and self-promotion. (STL331472) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
How-To, SC, 9x12, 96pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
ANIMAGE NOVEMBER 2024
Animage is an excellent source for all the latest news on Japanese anime, aimed at fans and the public, not industry professionals. Each issue is packed with full-color and black-and-white pages, giving you the latest scoop on the hottest anime around. Japanese Text. (STL332639) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 1-1-2)
Magazine, 400pgs, FC SRP: $21.00
HOBBY JAPAN NOVEMBER 2024
Hobby Japan, the magazine that specializes in model kit building and customizing in Japan, is generally recognized as the No.1 magazine of the hobby industry. A wide variety of articles features each month, including the montly 'How to Build...' feature, which shows readers how to build and customize the latest and greatest Gundam kits from Bandai! As a leading magazine in the industry, Hobby Japan listens to its readers and offers the the hottest information on the market! Japanese Text. (STL332640) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 1-1-2)
Magazine, 400pgs, FC SRP: $22.00
MEGAMI NOVEMBER 2024
Megami is Japan's top anime magazine! Focusing on bishoujo characters from anime and video games, Megami features tons of free giveaways, as well as full-color artwork and posters! Includes telephone cards, punch-out 'character stands,' stickers, and much more! Japanese Text. (STL332641) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 1-1-2)
Magazine, FC SRP: $22.00
NEWTYPE NOVEMBER 2024
Newtype is the top source for all your anime and manga needs! It features all of the latest news on anime, manga, music, and games. Includes toy and model reviews, interviews with directors and actors, and columns by industry experts. Japanese Text. (STL332642) Scheduled to ship in November 2024. (C: 1-1-2)
Magazine, FC SRP: $21.00
DOUBLE GN VOL 05 (MR)
(W) Ayako Noda
Scatterbrained Takara Takarada is a genius actor whose latest role in the play A Beginner's Course in Revolution: Hiryuuden has put him squarely back in the acting game. Alongside his costars Yuujin Kamoshima and Aki Imagire, the complexity of their relationships helps deepen their understanding of their roles as opening night approaches. When confronted again by the looming impossibility and contradictions of his ambition, Takara instinctively tries to flee, as he has so many times before. But he doesn't have far to run, not when Yuujin is no longer content to merely remain in Takara's shadow, stepping out into a spotlight of his own. And Aki, with her love and her doubt and all-too present practicality of an idol whose days are numbered, remains committed to her goals. (STL333027) Scheduled to ship in December 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 164pgs, B&W SRP: $12.99
FAR CRY CULL THE HERD TP VOL 01
(W) Ryan Nichols (A) A-WaN Lab
Villains from popular Far Cry games are transported into prehistoric times by the priestess Batari, who has pulled them from their lives before they've committed their most heinous crimes. Now, they're tasked with fighting against the dangers of a prehistoric world and challenging their supposed destiny. Will the unusual circumstances encourage them to come together, fight against each other, or go rogue? This nature-versus-nurture narrative examines popular characters in a new context. (STL333061) Scheduled to ship in December 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 6x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $15.99
WATCH DOGS TOKYO GN VOL 03
(W) Seiichi Shirato (A) Shuuhei Kamo
When the Tokyo Metropolitan Government applies a new, futuristic urban infrastructure management system called J-ctOS, it appears to be an instant success. Inspector Goda Gordon is a dedicated, honorable policeman who believes in justice above all a mindset that is harder and harder to hold onto as his investigations continue to hit dead ends. After some off-the-books sleuthing, he comes to understand the grip that J-ctOS has on every aspect of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, including its police department. Soon, he realizes that his only option to fight the injustice and corruption in his city may lie in the hands of a group of vigilante hackers known as DEDSEC. How far is Inspector Gordon willing to go in his fight against J-ctOS? (STL333022) Scheduled to ship in December 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
CAPTAIN LASERHAWK BLOOD DRAGON REMIX GN (MR) (O/A)
(W) Ben Kahn, Adi Shankar (A) Bayou Kun
A boys love manga adaptation of the upcoming Netflix show, Captain Laserhawk: Blood Dragon REMIX, an original anime featuring alter egos of Ubisoft characters in a highly referential homage to the early '90s. (STL282039) Available Now!
MATURE THEMES
SC, 178pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
RESIDENT EVIL INFINITE DARKNESS BEGINNING TP (MR) (O/A)
(W) Keith R. A. DeCandido (A/CA) Carmelo Zagaria, Valentina Cuomo
Based on the 2021 animated series featured on Netflix, Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness, this exciting graphic novel tie-in features an all-new original story from the world of Resident Evil. This prequel features fan-favorite character Leon in an action-packed new story! (STL252102) Available Now! (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Not available in China or Japan.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $15.99
COMIC PARTY WONDER LOVE GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Deco Yamano
Raizo and TOS are two men who also write BL in their spare time. Raizo is a cool, laidback and handsome guy whose dark BL style is popular, while TOS has a light and fluffy writing, but is less popular due to his social awkwardness and difficulty communicating. Even though they are complete opposites in everything, they find themselves inexplicably drawn to one another... (STL333062) Scheduled to ship in December 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
FAVORITE POP IDOL MADE IT BUDOKAN GN VOL 10
(W) Auri Hirao
When it comes to idol group Cham Jam, Eripiyo is the oldest and perhaps only fan of Maina Ichii. Despite Eripiyo's enthusiastic support, Maina is the least popular member of the group, but that doesn't deter Eripiyo, even though she spends so much of her money that she only has a single outfit of her own. But her love for Maina doesn't waver, even if she knows she might never be noticed for it! (STL333026) Scheduled to ship in December 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
MY BEAUTIFUL MAN LIGHT NOVEL SC VOL 03 (MR)
(W) Yuu Nagira (A) Rikako Kasai
Even from a young age Hira was an introvert, too nervous to speak up, disappearing into the crowd at his high school. From afar he admires his classmate, Kiyoi, ruling as the king of the class with his handsome looks and his aloof attitude. To him, everyone is equally worthless. With his low self-esteem, Hira is happy to play his part as Kiyoi's loyal gopher, but even he's surprised when he finds Kiyoi's phone number added to his cellphone. Every glance, every scrap of attention is precious. Could these lonely, suffocating feelings actually be love? (STL333023) Scheduled to ship in December 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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Light Novel, SC, 256pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
PERSON I LOVED ASKED ME TO DIE IN MY SISTERS STEAD GN VOL 01
(W) Mizuki Nagano (A) Maki Yamori
Lady Wisteria's greatest wish is to be worthy of the man she loves, Lord Bright. But when Wisteria s little sister, Rosalie, is selected to enter the Predawn Realm as its guardian, never to return, Bright begs Wisteria to take Rosalie s place! After all, Wisteria is skilled with magic, and resistant to the sinister miasma that threatens the mortal world. Heartbroken, Wisteria enters the Predawn Realm, accompanied by the sacred sword, Sartis. Twenty years later, a stranger with a familiar face appears, demanding the sword and challenging Wisteria. Who is he, and why does he resemble Lord Bright ? (STL333063) Scheduled to ship in December 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
WORLDS END BLUE BIRD 02 (MR)
(W) Anji Seina
In a world ruled by a powerful sorcerer who carries with him Prometheus' fire, society is split into two Twilight City, the slums, and Paradiso, a city of opulence and wealth. After handing Guang over to the mob to save his own life, Ray follows Guang's secret path to Paradiso in hopes of finding others who will help him save Guang before it's too late. Meanwhile, Guang is being held captive by his younger brother who plans to become the new sorcerer of Paradiso by whatever means necessary. (STL333025) Scheduled to ship in December 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
HEAT X BEAT I MAY BE AN OMEGA BUT IM GOING TO BE AN IDOL GN (MR) (O/A)
(W) Ken Homerun
Asahi wants nothing more than to be an idol, and when he's chosen as the latest member of boyband B-Marks he's over the moon. Except for one little detail; Asahi is an omega, and one of the other members, Madoka, is an alpha. Insisting on staying unmated to remain loyal to their fanbase, Asahi agrees to a 'friends with benefits' arrangement to appease their hormonal urges without commitment. At least, that's what he intends... (STL297690) Available Now!
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SC, 5x7, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99
SEND THEM A FAREWELL GIFT FOR THE LOST TIME GN (MR) (O/A)
(W) Cocomi
For four years, Naruse was swept up in his love for his novelist boyfriend, Toui. But tiring of his flightiness and lack of commitment, Naruse finally walks away from his relationship. Or at least, he tries to. Every time he runs into Toui, they seem to get tangled in one another's emotions and end up sleeping together. They argue and fight, then afterwards comes the pang of regret. Maybe their relationship is doomed to fail. Or maybe, it just needs a new angle. (STL290616) Available Now!
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SC, 194pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
STAR CROSSED GN VOL 01 (MR) (O/A)
(W) Crimson Chains
This is a story about a king and his knight. Polaris is king of the stars; with his celestial paint brush he breathes life into constellations, which protect his kingdom. Yildun is his loyal knight, ever at his side, but always in shadow as his station dictates him to remain unseen. Together, they will face a battle for the throne from Polaris' brother as well as their own conflicting feelings. A love story written in the stars! (STL294348) Available Now!
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SC, 5x8, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
WIZARD (LIGHT NOVEL) SC (MR)
(W) Shi Wu (A) Uri
Tasked with investigating the brutal murder of a dozen people overnight, detective Yuan Feng Liang is surprised when 18 year old Jin Xi Cheng confesses and is sentenced to life in prison. Seven years later another bizarre murder takes place, and the special ops team sent in to investigate simply vanishes. Brought back in to investigate the case, office Liang is asked to speak with someone who may be involved; Jin Xi Cheng. Making an agreement to take responsibility for him, Liang takes Cheng into his custody and learns this young man is more than he first appeared; in fact, he is a powerful wizard. But Cheng doesn't see his abilities as a blessing; to him, they are a curse of his bloodline. Can this unlikely duo find the truth behind these murders? (STL329302) Scheduled to ship in December 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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RES. from Previews Vol. XXXIV #7 (JUL242449)
Light Novel, SC, 5.8x8.2, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99
XOGENASYS GN VOL 02 (MR)
(W) Tre Mcintosh (A) Nikolas Draper-Ivey
The future has grown into a decadent, overcrowded gang-ridden cesspool. If you're not living uptown, you might as well be dead. Such is the case of Darius Smith, an artistic youth living in the hood, doing his best to avoid trouble and live life. Unfortunately, Darius has a hidden talent he's an explosive fighter! This makes him the target of many gangs and pits him in many brawls, landing him in the sight of the honorable Timothy Mustafa, powerful prince and owner of one of the most successful XOGeneSYS teams in the country. XOGenaSYS is a successful gladiator sport fought with powered exoskeletons, and Mustafa wants Darius to become the next new fighter! Can Darius become the next champion or will he fall like so many before him? (STL285457) Scheduled to ship in December 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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RES. from Previews Vol. XXXIII #8 (AUG232604)
SC, 284pgs, B&W SRP: $13.99
COMP GT MANGA COMPOSITION LEARN ART PERSPECTIVE SC
(W/A) Shinji Matsuoka
In this complete coursebook, award-winning author and manga illustrator Shinji Matsuoka provides 80 full-color manga drawings by talented professional artists as case studies to show you how to improve and upgrade your own drawing skills. The illustrations serve as examples showing you how to use the time-honored principles of composition and perspective to create balance and stability, establish focus and direct the viewer's eye dynamically around the artwork. In hundreds of detailed notes and tips, Matsuoka also teaches you how to use color, shapes, framing, shadows and focal points to communicate your stories in a clear and engaging way. (STL331471) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
How-To, SC, 8x10, 144pgs, PC SRP: $18.99
AJIN DEMI HUMAN COMPLETE GN VOL 01 (MR)
(W/A) Gamon Sakurai
For Kei, and at least forty-six others, immortality comes as the nastiest surprise ever. He's a rare specimen who needs to be experimented on for life a demi-human who must die a thousand deaths for the benefit of humanity The breathless nightmare trip Ajin: Demi-Human, finally available in omnibus format. A thriller that just keeps on getting better and deeper. (STL334529) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
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SC, 620pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95
A BRIEF MOMENT OF ICHIKA GN VOL 03
(W/A) Natsu Tadano
Final volume! At the age of 16, Ichika Sendawara learned that she only had two years left to live. Now a 2nd year college student, she lives a busy, upbeat life, despite never knowing when the end will come. Everything changes when Ichika meets Professor Yurugi for the first time she feels she has something to live for. But then Yurugi quietly leaves the university, and Ichika is left wondering why, and what could have been... A gentle love story that grapples with the deepest existential questions we face in life. As the Shuji Terayama poem quoted in the text says, 'If life is nothing but goodbyes, who needs life?' (STL334490) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95
GUNDAM ORIGIN MSD CUCURUZ DOANS ISLAND HC VOL 01
(W) Junji Ohno & Various (A) Katoki Hajime
Based on the legendary 'lost' episode from the First Gundam TV series, this is the story of Cucuruz Doan like you ve never seen it before. Created as a spinoff of original character designer and animation director Yoshikawa Yasuhiko s own manga retelling of First Gundam in Mobile Suit Gundam: THE ORIGIN, this 5-volume series explores the ramifications of Cucuruz Doan s actions from the perspective of the Zeon soldiers under his command. Gundam veteran Junji Ohno brings us brand-new characters and a new view of the development of the original mobile suits, all with the imprimatur of Yasuhiko himself. (STL334594) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 164pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95
KAINA OF GREAT SNOW SEA GN VOL 03 (MR)
(W) Tsutomu Nihei (A/CA) Itoe Takemoto
SF/Fantasy visionary Tsutomu Nihei's most accessible and exciting series yet! Kaina is the only youth in the last remaining village that clings to life on the Canopy, high above the surface of the world. When Liliha, a princess from the surface, makes her way to the Canopy, each realize that there is more to their world than they knew. Kaina agrees to help Liliha return to the Great Snow Sea far below, where her kingdom is imperiled by the rapacious neighboring kingdom of Bargia. The trip is arduous, and foes lie in wait at the end of their descent. With Liliha taken prisoner and her father the king too caught up in politics to rescue her, Kaina has no choice but to set off with only the young prince in tow, braving the dangers of the great snow sea to rescue Liliha from Bargia's clutches... (STL334523) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
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SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95
S SC NOVEL (MR)
(W/A) Koji Suzuki
The latest edition of the RING series is set years after the original Sadako story. Now in a modern age of computers and the internet, the Sadako virus is revitilized and is potentially even more dangerous. 28-year-old image processing specialist Takanori Ando being handed a USB memory stick by the president of the CG production company where he works. Tasked with analyzing its contents, Ando gasps at the graphic images he sees, and quickly concludes that they cannot have been faked or generated by CG software. Assuming the man in the video did indeed kill himself, what could his purpose have been in leaving this footage behind? Ando saves the file to his PC. When he plays it again the next day, the man's body has shifted to a lower position, and in subsequent viewings, the video undergoes further changes. Combining classic Japanese horror and modern themes, S is Koji Suzuki's powerful return to the J-Horror field! (STL334600) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
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novel, SC, 260pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95
SERAPH O/T END GUREN ICHINOSE CATASTROPHE AT SIXTEEN GN VOL 06
(W) Yo Asami (A) Takaya Kagami
Prequel to the original hit manga series, Seraph of the End! Detailing the events before the apocalypse, 15-year-old Guren Ichinose enrolls at Daiichi Shibuya High, a magical training school. Witness his trials as he must hide his true strength even as he is trampled on at a school for the insufferably privileged. (STL334545) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 316pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95
WELCOME TO DEMON SCHOOL IRUMA KUN GN VOL 10
(W) Osamu Nishi
Iruma Suzuki has always been eager to please, even at the cost of his well-being. Worst yet, he's the son of two selfish parents who end up selling him to a demon. Thanks to their totally irresponsible actions, Iruma has found himself living in the Netherworld, where he must live and attend school as the grandson of an older demon. Luckily, his new, doting grandfather is there to help, but Iruma will have to figure out how to blend in with his demonic classmates or risk getting eaten. All he needs to do is subjugate rival classmates, summon familiars, and do other typical demon things while never revealing that he's human Piece of cake, right? (STL334560) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $12.95
SAVING 80K GOLD IN ANOTHER WORLD L NOVEL 06
(W) FUNA
Joining forces with the ambitious merchant Lephilia, Mitsuha is on a roll in the New World. But now their inventory's been stolen by a jealous rival! She's not letting them get away, though. It's payback time with the cunning use of her world-jumping ability, of course. In this volume, our heroine is cooking up even more storms: an exclusive club for young noble girls, a manmade island, and a new kind of weapon that'll knock a boy's socks off?! (STL334544) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-2)
Light Novel, SC, 228pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95
WEBTOON LEARN TO DRAW TRUE BEAUTY SC
(A) Yaongyi
Embark on a creative journey through the enchanting world of WEBTOON Originals True Beauty series through exclusive content, step-by-step drawing tutorials, and artistic advice from its creator. The True Beauty series follows the enthralling story of Im Ju-kyung, a high school student whose life takes an astonishing turn when she uncovers the magic of makeup tutorials on YouTube. Learn to Draw True Beauty brings you closer to the heart of this story about self-esteem, love, and learning to accept yourself for who you are with behind-the-scenes content and a unique opportunity to draw the series' beloved characters. (STL332551) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
How-To, SC, 8x11, 96pgs, PC SRP: $19.99
WEBTOON LEARN TO DRAW UNORDINARY SC
(A) uru-chan
Learn to draw your favorite characters from the WEBTOON Originals superhero series unOrdinary through step-by-step tutorials, exclusive content, and artistic advice from its creator. An ordinary school, a typical student body, and chocolate cake. New student John arrived at Wellston Private High School hopeful this would be a fresh start for him. He was wrong. Every student in this school possesses a superpower except for him. Welcome to unOrdinary life. (STL332552) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
How-to-Draw, SC, 8x11, 96pgs, PC SRP: $19.99
WEBTOON TRUE BEAUTY OFFICIAL COLORING BOOK
(A) Yaongyi
The Official True Beauty Coloring Book offers you a chance to experience the coming-of-age adventure in an inspiring new way. Each page has been thoughtfully crafted to capture the essence of the series, allowing you to engage interactively with your favorite characters and scenes. (STL332550) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
Coloring Book, SC, 8x11, 96pgs, PC SRP: $14.99
WEBTOON UNORDINARY OFFICIAL COLORING BOOK
(A) uru-chan
Color your favorite characters and scenes from the WEBTOON Originals series unOrdinary, set inside the walls of Wellston Private High School home of the famous Triple Chocolate Cake. (STL332553) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
Coloring Book, SC, 8x11, 96pgs, PC SRP: $14.99
ZOMBIE MANGA COLORING BOOK
Zombie hoards, severed limbs, maggot infestations, and more! Put your coloring skills (and your love of all things undead) to good use with the Zombie Manga Coloring Book. Take a chilling journey into the zombie apocalypse with this adult coloring book teeming with manga undead. (STL332556) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-0)
Coloring Book, SC, 8x11, 96pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99
GHIBLIOTHEQUE GHIBLIVERSE STUDIO GHIBLI BEYOND FILMS HC
(W) Jake Cunningham, Michael Leader
Step beyond the magical movies and explore the wider world of Studio Ghibli. Hailed as perhaps the greatest animation studio in the world, Studio Ghibli's influence extends far further than the cinema screen. Ghibliverse plots a course through the universe outside the films, the wonderful web of inspiration and influences that are ripe and waiting for Ghibli fans to enjoy. From manga and rare movies to forgotten television series and brand new theme parks, and from literary masterpieces and rival studios to soundtracks and secret short films, expert authors and hosts of the hit Ghibliotheque podcast Michael Leader and Jake Cunningham show that the magic doesn't stop when the film credits roll. (STL332815) Scheduled to ship in October 2024. (C: 0-1-1)
Reference Book, HC, 7x9, 192pgs, FC SRP: $24.95