One year after losing her leg, 16-year-old Rin is tired-tired of the painful physical therapy, tired of being treated differently, and tired of her stupid, heavy, awkward prosthetic leg. All that changes when she encounters the Blade Runners, a group of one-legged athletes who run with "blades"-carbon fiber prosthetics specialized for competitive running-made by their gifted prosthetist, Kazami. The blades are light, flexible, and formidably difficult to control-Rin can barely walk with one, much less sprint. But as she tumbles to the ground again and again, she rediscovers many of the things that she'd forgotten, and finds a new goal: to compete in the Paralympics.
Self-proclaimed otaku and shut-in Sakura Kisaragi would prefer to spend her days alone in her room, playing her favorite yakuza-themed dating simulator. But when she saves the life of an old man who turns out to be the head of the Amou-gumi crime family, she inadvertently earns a spot in the yakuza's succession plans-moved by her courage, the old man declares that whoever among his three ambitious grandsons can win her hand in marriage will be the next boss. Now kind but ailing Shusuke, brash hothead Reo, and cool and calculating Ryusei are all vying to make her their boss wife-but will she be anything more to them than a means to an end? Meanwhile, not everyone in the Amou-gumi organization is happy to have her there... A high-stakes romcom from the author of A Springtime with Ninjas.
It's the year 2038, but more importantly, it's summer. A little boy named Yuma is obsessed with the impending return of the Arville Comet. Then, one day, he sneaks onto the roof of an apartment building and finds something even more amazing-something not from this world. Now Yuma and his friends, and his hovering autopet Nanako, must work together to uncover a secret that's slumbered in the Earth for years, as dawn breaks over a new era for him and for humanity... Entire story in a single volume.
Shizuka Yamauchi, 25, housekeeper. Makiko Mitarai, 46, amateur model and perfect housewife. Though strangers on the outside, the two share a past-one Shizuka feels she needs to set right, to bring her mother justice. But Makiko has secrets of her own, and Shizuka will need to tread carefully if she's to get to the bottom of it all without getting burned.
Cardcaptor Sakura is one of the all-time classics of the magical girl genre, and the Collector's Edition will be the definitive version of the story, for both long-time fans and readers new to the story. The adventures of the plucky Sakura Kinomoto are as adorably thrilling as ever, as she tracks down the magical Clow Cards and plunges headlong into a world of sorcery beyond anything she could've imagined.
If you've never experienced this unique, cute sci-fi romance about what it means to be human, now's your chance! One of the biggest hits from CLAMP, creators of xxxHOLiC and Magic Knight Rayearth, returns in a definitive, hardcover premium collector's edition, featuring a large size, premium paper, color pages, and more. After moving from the countryside into the big city, poor college student Hideki Motosuwa finds himself down on his luck. All he wants is a good job, a girlfriend, and his very own "persocom" - the latest and greatest in humanoid computer technology. Hideki's luck changes one night when he finds Chi - an adorable, but seemingly broken, persocom thrown out in a pile of trash. After taking her home, Hideki discovers that Chi is more responsibility than he expected - and that there's much more to his cute new persocom than meets the eye.
The sci-fi classic from the creators of xxxHOLiC and Cardcaptor Sakura returns, in a remastered, hardcover edition, featuring the entire CLOVER series. One of CLAMP's most ambitious works - part AKIRA, part Metropolis - CLOVER features nearly 500 pages of manga. Su was born into a bleak future, where the military keeps tight control over the few children born with magical abilities - known as "Clovers." The Clovers are forcibly tattooed with a symbol that indicates their potential power, and Su is the only four-leaf Clover in the world. Kept locked away in isolation her whole life, Su longs to find happiness in the outside world. An agent named Kazuhiko appears to help grant Su's wish, but he soon realizes that there is more to the mysterious girl than meets the eye... CLAMP's most daring science-fiction work, CLOVER's art-deco cyberpunk aesthetic is just as fresh and exciting today as it was twenty years ago. Featuring the entire story in a newly-revised translation; remastered art and lettering; a striking cover; and over 20 pages of color art, this is a great collectible for CLAMP fans, and the perfect way to get to know CLOVER for the first time.
Danza is a collection of stories about being a foreigner, sometimes even in your own home. Quiet, comtemplative and subtle, Danza collects some of Ono's best short work.
Ichigo Washio is a young man with a bright future-a bright future, that is, within the gangs of Shinjuku. When he meets Ringo Takamizawa, a fellow student hell-bent on revenge on those who took everything from his mother, the gregarious Ichigo doesn't think twice about helping Ringo-even when it means it'll pit Ichigo against men he's looked up to his whole life. But Ichigo knows he's in the right, and with his new friends and a healthy dose of stupidity to guide him, he's ready to return justice to Shinjuku's streets! From the author of Tokyo Revengers!
A pair of twisted siblings- Yuuma, a young man obsessed with the devil, and Chizumi, the worst little sister in recorded history- cause all sorts of tragic and terrifying things to happen wherever they go. These scary short stories will shock you with a literal interpretation of the ills that plague modern society.
Natsuaki-kun is aloof, handsome, and popular with the ladies...except to his friends, who know his aloofness is because he's shy and always in his own thoughts. Thoughts always occupied by his oddball classmate, Nashida-san...but try as he might, Natsuaki-kun can't ever seem to get up the courage to confess. Can he find a way to tell her how he feels?!
Honatsu just started her second year of high school, and already rumors are floating around that she's dating her childhood friend, Toma. While Honatsu isn't totally opposed to the idea, she's not sure what she feels for Toma can really be called love. But when aloof transfer student Shun Tachibana appears, the waters get even muddier... How does Shun connect to the past she can't remember? And can Honatsu decide what she truly wants, when her head and her heart are pulling her two different ways?
The year is 2016, and glitches found in humanity's past threaten the sustainability of its future. The Chaldea Security Organization-tasked with preserving human history for as long and as strongly as possible-has developed a new method of time travel to repair these events, stabilizing humanity's future. But when an unknown threat pushes mankind to the brink of extinction, young recruits Mash Kyrielight and Ritsuka Fujimaru find themselves at the helm of the rescue mission: Obtain the Holy Grail in a face off against fate itself... The official adaptation of the TYPE-MOON phenomenon that has become one of the most popular mobile games in the world!
The manga based on the acclaimed RPG, from the designers of gaming classics Final Fantasy V/VI/IX. Don't wait for Granblue Fantasy: Relink to return to the world of Granblue! Ever since his father left home, Gran has longed to search for Estalucia, the mystical island in the sky. Gran's adventure begins when he runs into Lyria, a mysterious girl being chased by the Imperial Army. Even though Gran perishes trying to save her, she uses her powers to resurrect him, and this incredible act binds their fates together! Now, Gran and his pal, Vyrn, must fight to protect Lyria...and to find their way to the end of the sky!
After guiding the infamous Tokyo Kissho Academy through a crash-course of his unique brand of life-lessons, a battered and bruised Eikichi Onizuka takes a well-deserved trip to his hometown of sorts, a typically quiet surfers paradise called Shonan. Unfortunately, with child neglect and ab*se becoming a global phenomenon the self-proclaimed GTO (Great Teacher Onizuka) quickly finds himself back in the saddle for what he hopes is a painless two-week long field trip with some teens in need. And while Onizuka's curriculum may not rely on the reading, writing and arithmetic that is common in most classrooms, he has more than a few good lessons in personal development, fisticuffs and fun to teach a new generation of trouble teens.
Meet Eikichi Onizuka, a 22-year-old virgin and ex-biker. He's crude, foul-mouthed, and has a split-second temper. His goal: to be the Greatest High School Teacher in the world! Onizuka may think he's the toughest guy on campus, but when he meets his class full of bullies, blackmailers and scheming sadists, he'll have to prove it. This content is from a former localization of this work and may contain phrases or scenes which were and are still offensive. Rather than omit this content, we have decided to present it in its original form to harbor conversation and growth among the community. Kodansha remains committed to the distribution of compelling stories worldwide, which serve as a lens through which we may view various communities.
After the funeral, Natsumi reluctantly agrees to date her sister's fiance Togo. But as their relationship develops with the passing seasons, Haru's memory lingers over them like a curse. Asuka Konishi's English-language debut is a nuanced and affecting portrait of the conflict between romantic and familial love, and of the hard choices that face us all in making our lives our own.
Not everyone wishes for a peaceful afterlife... least of all Bonzo Scalobania, whose dearest wish is to find a case for a skeleton detective like him to solve! Along with his unreliable assistant, Vampy Vinegret, and zombie frenemy/bounty hunter Nero Lichman, Bonzo swears to solve the problems of Limbo City! But does it still count if the problems he's solving are ones of his and his friends' own making?? A wacky, weird, heartwarming tale for the undead in us all.
After the death of her best friend, Mika is determined to follow her into the grave. But her suicide attempt introduces her to a world unlike any she's ever seen...full of gods and spirits and entities of which she could never have dreamed. But even with this world of wonder, can she find a way out of her sorrow? Warning: This volume contains depictions of suicide attempts and suicidal ideation. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings, you are not alone, and there is help. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or go to suicidepreventionlifeline.org. For international help visit findahelpline.com.
Go back to where it all began! At long last, the one-volume story that birthed the global BL anime and manga phenomenon Hitorijime My Hero arrives in English in print! "EITHER YOU LET ME MAKE LOVE TO YOU, OR WE END OUR FRIENDSHIP AGAIN. WHAT'S IT GONNA BE?" Before Masahiro and Kousuke's whirlwind romance in Hitorijime My Hero, there was Hitorijime Boyfriend- and now, the origin of one of manga's biggest franchises is finally revealed! Back in sixth grade, Kensuke had a falling out with his best friend Hasekura that still hurts three years later. Then, one day, Hasekura's suddenly back in Kensuke's life like nothing happened. What, exactly, is going on? And what will Kensuke do when Hasekura wants to take things to a whole other level...?
Ever since Uta opened up to her during their getaway, Kaoru finds it more and more difficult to face her. Knowing full well why Kaoru's been evasive, Uta finds ways to keep busy at school, at work, and with her friends. But before Kaoru can figure out how to move forward, Uta and Reiichi's mother returns to Japan-and soon, Uta might be whisked away for good.
A poignant coming-of-age story about a young woman coming into her own as she discovers her identity as aromantic asexual. A complete story in a single volume, from the creator of Mine-kun is Asexual. When it comes to love, high schooler Chika wonders if she might be an alien. She's never fallen for or even had a crush on anyone, and she has no desire for physical intimacy. Her friends tell her that she just "hasn't met the one yet," but Chika has doubts... It's only when Chika enters college and meets peers like herself that she realizes there's a word for what she feels inside--asexual--and she's not the only one. After years of wondering if love was the answer, Chika realizes that the answer she long sought may not exist at all--and that that's perfectly normal.
A CHILDHOOD IN THE UNDERWORLD Minato's tiny apartment might as well be on a deserted island. Despite being in elementary school, it falls on his shoulders to care for his little sister Nagisa, who never stops asking when their mother will make one of her infrequent visits home. One day when she stops by, their mother takes them to an amusement park, only to give Minato some cash and leave them on the Ferris wheel. However, as they reach the top of the ride, lightning strikes their car- but what Minato finds when he awakens is not the grim tragedy he expected...
Bacteria are in all our bodies...good bacteria, bad bacteria, and everything in between! But this time, the bacteria are on a mission...to help their teenage host confess to her crush! Will they be able to protect her health?
Ever wonder who's keeping your body safe? The fantastic, fierce White Blood Cells, of course! Follow these feisty fellows on their journey to eliminate everything that could make you sick!
After being dumped by her boyfriend, Koyori went to her longtime friend Hijiri's house to drink away her sorrow...and ended up spending the night with him! Not only that, he tells her he loves her-and she's not sure how to reconcile the new development with someone she's known since they were kids. After all, the stakes are high-if things don't work out, she'll hurt one of her closest friends. And to make matters worse, her ex wants to patch things up...? Koyori needs to figure out what she wants, before she loses it all.
Your cuteness is to blame. I'd like to show you just how much I like you. Until daybreak.
It was supposed to be a political marriage, but the king's adoration knows no bounds! A fantasy story of an adult's rebirth in a different world, ready for a fresh
"I am the only one allowed to leave you with scars."
Waking up in a Chinese-inspired alternate world?! One day, Miyuki suddenly finds herself reincarnated as the beloved heroine of a novel she adored in life. As Shinsetsu, she marries Rensei, a king from a foreign land, but she is immediately told that an heir is needed, leaving her no time to settle in! The king's love grows stronger day by day, and with sweet, straightforward words, he melts her heart. At the same time, her innocent body slowly takes on a more alluring hue...
Andrea, who works for a Greek travel agency, becomes friends with Stavros, a millionaire, after trouble arises on a tour she'd planned. She soon develops a crush, but Stavros is way out of her league. Not to mention she has her own reasons to avoid love. Andrea tries to keep her distance, but she instead ignites a fire in Stavros's heart. He asks her to travel with him for a weekend, so she can judge if he is worthy of being her lover... Andrea knows what her answer is, but she doesn't have the courage to tell him yet...
Katy receives a startling confession from her late sister's husband, Adam. He's planning to use the frozen eggs her sister left behind to have a baby, so Katy offers to be his surrogate. She doesn't want Adam to be the only one making decisions for this unborn child. Especially after her wealthy and handsome brother-in-law had separated her sister from her family in the past. Katy feels confident in her decision...until she succumbs to her brother-in-law's charms...
Nicola's boss, Lang, is a stubborn, arrogant and extremely handsome playboy. Whenever he loses interest in a lover, he sends her a red rose as a sign of farewell to get rid of her. It is always his secretary, Nicola, who arranges the flowers. But even though she knows he's a player, Nicola is attracted to him because of his wild charm. Suddenly, her younger sister comes to live with her. She is a beautiful, sexy blonde, just the type Lang likes. Soon Nicola's heart is racing with jealousy...
Rosalie is offered a big opportunity to work for Kingsley Ward, whom she met at a party. He is a well-known entrepreneur and a man of radiant charm. She is flattered that he went out of his way to meet her specifically. Despite her delight at this dream job, Rosalie's heart sinks when she realizes Kingsley reminds her of her horrible ex-boyfriend. She tells herself to focus on her job, but soon she's at the mercy of this handsome and sexy man...
Holly bids twenty thousand dollars at a bachelor auction on Eric, the vice president of Alden Trust Bank. She'd never planned on it, but Eric specifically asks her to! Holly is surprised that Eric would choose her over all the upper-class women attending the event. But Holly is Eric's sister's best friend and the only one who isn't chasing him for marriage! However, a reporter catches them off guard, and soon they're committed to completing ten dates...
Lydia discovers that she was used as collateral for a loan by her missing father. In exchange for the huge debt her father incurred, she's supposed to marry Raul, the arrogant millionaire who once insulted her. He looks at Lydia with the same cool eyes as before and proposes a contractual marriage for two years, threatening to seize her beloved grandmother's house if she does not accept. When Lydia accepts his terms, Raul takes her to Madrid and kisses her passionately in front of the media, publicizing their marriage!
Gabriella starts a new job as a nurse in a hospital in rural England. After a breakup and the loss of her beloved grandmother, she's arrived in search of a new life. The staff are all excellent and pleasant, except for one person-Ethan, the director. His strong sense of responsibility makes him seem strict, but Gabriella soon notices Ethan's hidden kindness and gradually becomes attracted to him. Then one day, Gabriella hears an awful rumor that he once dumped his fiancee just before their wedding...
Naomi, a nanny specializing in newborns, moves from one employer's house to another. When her best friend gives birth, she visits her in the mansion of one of New York's wealthiest families. At the entrance, she runs into Abe, her friend's brother-in-law, who is rumored to be a playboy. He unexpectedly warms Naomi's lonely heart. As he shows her around New York, she falls in love with him and they even kiss. But then she discovers that he has a beautiful girlfriend whom his family wants him to marry...
Jane moves with her son to a run-down old house to enjoy the country life she has always longed for. However, there is a rumor that the house is haunted... She doesn't mind at all, but one night a stranger shows up. His name is Zachary, and he says and does a lot of strange things. But even more bothersome is that he looks exactly like an old portrait hanging in her house. He claims to be the man in the portrait... But that would mean he's more than a hundred years old!
Akari couldn't think less of her school's karate champ, Abe-kun, despite him being the national champion. He's giant, uncouth, and couldn't be more different than her sweet angel and childhood friend, Takuto. But when Abe-kun injures his arm protecting her, she takes it upon herself to get him healed-after all, the school's pride is at stake-but finds the tables suddenly turned when he confesses to her! Now she's the goal he's aiming for, and she'll soon find out how driven a national champion can be!
Eijun Sawamura had his heart set on the middle-school national baseball championships. But his team is eliminated thanks to a wild pitch thrown by Eijun himself. He's planning to go to high school with his teammates and try again next year when he's scouted by the famous Seido High School Baseball team. When he goes for a campus visit, he finds himself on the receiving end of a baptism by fire! His experience forming a battery with up-and-coming catcher Miyuki rekindles his passion for baseball!!
"You're a scumbag!", said Kelsey to the Falconer, one of the world's leading real estate magnates. Falconer has Kelsey's father invest all of his money, which he says led to the latter's bankruptcy. Kelsey can never forgive him! Unable to stand by the sight of her father in his weakened state, Kelsey stormed into Falconer's Japanese office. But Falconer calmly brushes off Kelsey's accusations. "I'm sorry, I can't remember your name. I don't remember all the women in my past," he says and silences Kelsey with a kiss on her lips!
Rosemary, who is raising her late brother and sister-in-law's child, receives news from her late sister-in-law's brother, billionaire Nicholas. Why does he want to see her now while he didn't even show up at his sister's funeral? He looks at Rosemary with eyes as cold as the Dark Lord's and declares that he will take the child, his blood relative and only heir. But Rosemary doesn't want to give the child to a man who thinks only about money. Rosemary refuses, but Nicholas tells her that he will hire her as a nanny as long as she promises not to marry or fall in love with anyone until the child has grown up.