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From the James Tripee Award Winning author, Fumi Yoshinaga, comes a casual romance between two 40-year-old men and the many meals they share together.A hard-working middle-aged gay couple in Tokyo come to enjoy the finer moments of life through food. After long days at work, either in the law firm or the hair salon, Shiro and Kenji will always have down time together by the dinner table, where they can discuss their troubles, hash out their feelings and enjoy delicately prepared home cooked meals!

From the creator of Blood on the Tracks, comes his latest work tackling adolensence with a gender bender twist...Yohei, Kei and Yui are childhood friends and things get complicated when Yohei witnesses Kei and Yui in an intimate moment. But when unexpectedly Kei moves away and returns a few years later to reunite in high school, he seems to be a bit different. 16+

What does it mean to be alive? Minami—a young Guard who’s rumored to be invincible—thinks about dying every day. In a world overrun by ape-like creatures called shojo, he has battled alone and thrown himself into all kinds of danger. And no matter what horror he’s faced, he has betrayed no hints of fear, resentment, or despair. But when his newly assigned partner Miyaji gets bitten, Minami panics. He swings the Black Sword and severs Miyaji’s leg to stop the infection from spreading and turning his partner into a shojo. But now, left with a grave injury, Miyaji is on the verge of dying—and Minami, perhaps for the first time ever, is paralyzed by the thought of death. Ryo Hanada, the creator of Devils’ Line, brings to you an immersive and emotionally charged continuation of her newest series.  16+

OR NOT TO HAVE LOVED AT ALL...From a boxcar bound for a Nazi concentration camp to a dystopian future where humans are persecuted by their own clones, Apollo's Song reaches Olympian heights of tragedy as it explores the meaning of love and the consequences of its absence. Salty, romantic, and at times profoundly erotic, the ambiguities of its poetic justice will plumb new depths of the heart with each rereading.

"Newcomers and existing fans alike will enjoy diving into the world of Monogatari and meeting the delightful cast of characters. If you're yet to experience this series in any form then this is the perfect time to climb aboard!"- Anime UK NewsThe curtain closes on Koyomi Vamp as the battle between thrall and master begins. Koyomi must put an end to Kiss-Shot, but all is not as it seems to be. Before he can land his finishing blow, a startling revelation comes to light, and Kiss-Shot comes to tell the tale of her first thrall.

As one ride ends...Yusuke Ogino is living the dream, with a beautiful girlfriend who loves him to death and an Italian bike that’s almost paid off—but what does the future hold? And what happens when the past comes back to haunt him? On the cusp of adulthood, Ogino must grapple with the Big Questions, and there’s no guarantee he’s going to win.Bringing his manic mix of absurd comedy and painful honesty to bear on the existential quandaries we all face at some point in our lives, Minoru Furuya concludes his coming-of-age masterpiece true to form, with all the messiness of real life. Even if we end up where we begin, at least it’ll be a wild ride getting there—and maybe that’s all that really matters.

An award-winner and top-seller in Japan, this provocative new manga handles its controversial subject with insight and sensitivity."...Emotionally poignancy is due not just to this thoughtful writing but also to the beautiful art, which has few missteps." - AiPT ComicsAs Mashuu and Satoko steadily wade into the deeper waters of their relationship, they create ripples that touch the lives of their family and friends. They’ve finally come into something that is comfortable yet nameless, but their bond has yet to come into full form. To do that, they will have to ask questions and examine what their connection—and their future—really mean to each other, but more than anything, they will have to know themselves. Where will their discoveries take them as the story of Mashuu and Satoko come to an end? Find out in the final volume of My Boy.

Torikai''s work is a frank and nuanced examination of the emotional and practical effects of sexual violence, rendering the messy realities in gorgeously refined linework and dialogue far more naturalistic than most manga. The author veers away from blunt indictment to paint one of the most complex and fascinating psychological portraits of both rapist and victim in any medium. Very much not just for manga fans, Sensei''s Pious Lie will appeal to readers of graphic novels and literary fiction in general.24-year-old Misuzu Hara is a shy, introverted high school teacher, content to play the passive role of observer...until her quiet life is shaken to its foundations by two men: one her friend’s fiancé, the other her own student.In Sensei’s Pious Lie, Akane Torikai weaves a complex web of sex, ambivalence, desire, and violence that combines to produce one of the most nuanced and affecting explorations of the intersection between power and gender available in any medium.18+

ARE YOU A BEAST?It may or may not be contagious. There seems to be no cure for it. Yet Monmow Disease, a life-threatening condition that transforms a person into a dog-like beast, is not the only villain in this shocking triumph of a medical thriller by manga-god Osamu Tezuka. Said to have been the personal favorite of the artist, who held a degree in medicine, and surprisingly attentive to Christian themes and imagery, Ode to Kirihito demolishes naive notions about human nature and health and likely preconceptions about the comics master himself.A promising young doctor, Kirihito Osanai visits a remote Japanese mountain village to investigate the source of the latest epidemiological mystery. While he ends up traveling the world to discover what it takes to be cured of such a disease, a conspiracy back home attempts to explain away his absence. From plutocratic Taipei and apartheid South Africa to backwater Syria and metropolitan Osaka, ambition and desire beckon “normal men” to behave uglier than any beast as we examine the true worth of human beings through and beyond appearances.

Welcome Back, Alice is the latest work by Shuzo Oshimi, the highly acclaimed author of Blood on the Tracks, Happiness, and The Flowers of Evil.The story revolves around three childhood friends, Yohei, Kei, and Yui, who are reunited in high school. What appeared to be a straightforward love triangle between two boys and a girl takes an unexpected turn when Kei shows up looking and dressed like a girl. Suddenly, Yohei is thrown into a maelstrom as he struggles between his infatuation with Yui and his lust for Kei.In this story of adolescent awakening, perversion, and love, Oshimi takes a bold approach and sets out to explore the boundaries of gender, sexuality, and identity.

SURVIVE, THEY SAID. HAVE HOPE, THEY SAID.The world is no longer what it used to be. Shojo—ferocious, ape-like creatures who feed on humans—roam the land, and anyone who's bitten becomes infected with the same mysterious virus. Humanity has resisted by building aerial cities and forming special units called Guards to fight back. Among them, a young man with a blank stare battles without regard for his life—Minami. People call him a messiah, but their only hope has a constant death wish and defends them day in and day out simply because he still breathes...A dark post-apocalyptic fantasy from the creator of Devils' Line, Ryo Hanada!

New year, new nuisance! Nagatoro and Senpai open the year at a shrine famous for matchmaking, hit the slopes for a school ski trip, and do some sparring at an MMA gym. But will these new events bring Nagatoro and Senpai closer together, or will Nagatoro’s chaotic kidding spell K.O. for their pairing.

"Newcomers and existing fans alike will enjoy diving into the world of Monogatari and meeting the delightful cast of characters. If you're yet to experience this series in any form then this is the perfect time to climb aboard!"- Anime UK NewsWith Kiss-Shot restored to her former vampiric glory, all that remains is for Koyomi to become human again. But a disturbing sight brings Koyomi face-to-face with what it really means to be a vampire, and he’ll need to figure out how to return to humanity quickly lest he truly becomes a monster...

First, there were eight, and now there are six. With Mitsuru and Shimizu now missing, everyone is on edge as they try to find a way out of their horrifying circumstances. The remaining students continue to suspect that the person keeping them trapped is among them, but Shimizu also suggested a bizarre, new theory: they may be inside the mind of the person who took their own life at the school festival. Takano thinks he might just know who their tormentor is, but many unanswered questions still remain. Can he get to the bottom of this mystery before his time’s up?

Summer Showers and SourpussesAs summer continues, Makoto takes a trip to back home to Kanagawa. However, her time there won’t be all fun and games. She and her friends have to solve the mystery of a temple that appears to be cursed with never-ending rain. Before long, they find the culprits, but a communication issue may just leave Makoto and her companions all wet!"Flying Witch emphasizes that while actual magic is nice, there is ultimately magic in everything." --Anime News Network

"There's a distinct visual element to APOSIMZ that sets it apart from many other manga, a lightly-inked, barely-shaded style that lends it a dreamlike quality. " - Anime News NetworkAs Etherow, Titania, Keisha, and Wasabu, in disguise as civilians, continue to make their way towards the center of the Rebedoan Empire, they come across Rutohmero, a city on the outskirts that has been decimated by Frame disease. As the illness blights the Empire via airborne contaminant, the execution squad resurfaces, and Wasabu’s fate hangs in the balance...

The trolling rolls on with Nagatoro! But who exactly is she? For all the time that she’s been pestering Senpai, he doesn’t really know that much about her. But that changes when he checks up on Nagatoro at home while she’s out sick. There, he meets Nagatoro’s older sister, who teases Senpai with the chance to learn Nagatoro’s deepest secrets…

A story of self-doubting youth from award-winning manga creator Minoru Furuya, in his English debut series, Ciguatera. Against all odds, self-proclaimed loser and punching bag Yusuke Ogino has found himself a girlfriend: the gorgeous, motorcycle-riding Yumi Nagumo. But just when things seem sweetest, life takes a series of unexpected and excruciating turns. Violence and temptation lurk just around the corner, and no one’s getting out unscathed. With his patented mix of brutal honesty and pitch-black humor, Minoru Furuya masterfully depicts the dark corners and messy realities of life. While not for the faint of heart, Ciguatera is nevertheless required reading for all devotees of graphic storytelling, and will ring true to anyone who’s been through the awkward, painful joy of being young.WARNING: INCLUDES DEPICTIONS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE

"Newcomers and existing fans alike will enjoy diving into the world of Monogatari and meeting the delightful cast of characters. If you're yet to experience this series in any form then this is the perfect time to climb aboard!"- Anime UK NewsKoyomi confronts his final foe, Guillotine Cutter. It’s former-human-turned-vampire vs. the human vampire-hunter cult leader. But Koyomi hears that Hanekawa is being held hostage, and to save her, he’ll have to push his new powers to the limit.Is Koyomi willing to lose his humanity before he can regain it?

Warm belly rubs!They say it’s a sign of trust when your pets roll over to expose their bellies. Inu-kun has a firm belly with a prominent belly button, and Neko-sama (who’s always constipated) has a belly that rumbles when you massage it. Hidekichi realizes she’ll forever remember their displays of trust in the form of bellies. This newest installment presents to you yet another collection of charming and comedy-filled pet stories!

"This is a fun new comedy series that has far more layers than you'd expect. Any fans of romantic comedy manga should definitely give this one a look." - Turnaround ComicsWinter arrives and Senpai comes down with a cold! But even Senpai’s rising body temperature won’t stop Nagatoro from getting a rise out of him. With Senpai absent from school, Nagatoro decides to pay him a visit at home, but things get a little heated when Senpai’s feverish state makes him imagine Nagatoro in a strangely domestic role…

An award-winner and top-seller in Japan, this provocative new manga handles its controversial subject with insight and sensitivity."...Emotionally poignancy is due not just to this thoughtful writing but also to the beautiful art, which has few missteps." - AiPT ComicsAs the seasons change, so do Satoko and Mashuu. Mashuu has begun high school, and his relationship with Satoko has settled into casual encounters and study sessions. Though their waters are calm, the waves caused by their past interactions have rippled out to others in their lives. Now,instead of facing each other’s feelings, they must confront the broken hearts of those affected by their bond.

From the James Tripee Award Winning author, Fumi Yoshinaga, comes a casual romance between two 40-year-old men and the many meals they share together.This slice-of-life series follows the ordinary lives of a middle-aged, gay couple and the ever-changing,delicious variety of homecooked meals they share. Shiro and Kenji are now well past their youthful years, and with a stable relationship and a stable career for them both, what could possibly go wrong? But Kenji finds himself in a bind one evening after a few drinks with one of his hair salon regulars. Meanwhile, a mysterious and beautiful woman greets Shiro with a friendly smile on the street during their grocery shopping, and Shiro insists that he doesn’t know her.

BASED ON THE TRUE STORY OF A FORMER MICHELIN GUIDE INSPECTORGet a rare glimpse into the inner workings of The Michelin Guide, and the grueling yet rewarding life of an undercover professional foodie! Originally published in France, this inspiring story brings us behind the scenes as we follow Emma, the first woman to be hired as a Michelin Guide Inspector, on her adventures across France and abroad. This full-color manga will not only make your mouth water, but also encourage you to not give up on your dreams…

First serialized in 2006, Keiichi Arawi's nichijou went on to become a worldwide cultural phenomenon.This fall, we'll celebrate the series with a 15th Anniversary Box Set with all ten of the original volumes in an extraordinary package!! Join Mio, Yuuko, Mai and the rest of the cast of colorful characters of nichijou in this slice-of-surreal-life comedy series that explores every facet of their anything-but-ordinary lives... In this just-surreal enough take on the "school genre" of manga, a group of friends grapple with all sorts of unexpected situations in their daily lives as high schoolers.

Based on the novel from the renowed author NISIOISIN, comes the Pretty Boy Detectives Club manga! With art by Suzuka Oda (Psychic Detective Yakumo). The Pretty Boy Detective Club, a mysterious organisation that''s rumoured to solve problems at Yubiwa Academy... Manabu the Aesthete, lover of beauty; Michiru the Epicure, he of the beautiful palate; Hyota the Adonis, he of the beautiful legs; Nagahiro the Orato, he of the beautiful voice Sosaku the Artiste, creator of beauty. To search for a star she glimpsed 10 years ago, second-year student Mayumi Dojima calls on these five Pretty Boys to help her solve the case! Which Pretty Boy is your favourite?

From the bestselling novel series by renowned author NisiOisiN, comes the manga adaptation of the MONOGATARI Series featuring artwork by Oh! Great. The tale of Kabaru Suruga and the curse of the Monkey Paw. Can Koyomi and Hitagi remove the curse?

From two star creators Naoshi Arakawa (Your Lie in April) and award winning writer Mizuki Tsujimura (Anime Supremacy!) comes a psychological horror story filled with twists, turns, and hard truths about the lives of high school students and the pressures they face in modern society.Tick. Tock. As the clock starts again, Takano and his remaining classmates must face their fears and traumas, still trapped within the frigid walls of their school. Takano finds himself back at the origin point of this icy nightmare: the last day of the school festival. There, he finally remembers who it was that took their own life, and the surprising identity of that person begins to uncover the mysteries that have plagued Takano and his friends.But answering the question that’s hung dangerously over their heads will reveal one last puzzle to solve—and if they don’t act fast, they just might lose another precious friend…Final Volume!

A story of self-doubting youth from award-winning manga creator Minoru Furuya, in his English debut series, Ciguatera. This coming-of-age tale from contemporary master Minoru Furuya centers on seventeen-year-old Yusuke Ogino, a self-described loser whose only refuge from the bullying hell he experiences at school is his dream of freedom on a motorcycle. But the unexpected entrance of a beautiful young woman into his life threatens to upend his whole world, forcing him to re-evaluate his relationships and even his sense of self.Instantly relatable and painfully honest, Furuya’s manga blends pitch-black humor with pathos and the awkward realities of everyday life to produce a quintessential tale of youth. The meticulous yet uninhibited art swings from stark realism to laugh-out-loud caricature, while nuanced characters and complex emotions help Ciguatera transcend the bounds of genre to take its rightful place as one of the great masterpieces of graphic storytelling.