Nagi works as a contract employee at a game company. One day, he reunites with his younger sister Ione, from whom he was separated due to their parents’ divorce. Although Nagi is initially confused by how much Ione’s demeanor has changed since they were young, he warmly welcomes her when she explains that she is taking a gap year to prepare for entrance exams to an art university and came to visit as a break. However, little by little, Nagi begins to notice that something is not quite right with Ione…!? A human drama that realistically portrays a young girl aspiring to become a painter while living with schizophrenia, and the family surrounding her.

In 18th-century Paris, "A woman's fortune is made by marrying a good man." But Sophie, the daughter of a fabric store owner, spends her days thinking about mathematics instead, even in her sleep. At first, her family didn't understand her dream, but her "obsession" was infectious, and before she knew it, everyone was supporting her pursuit! (Source: good! Afternoon, translated)

"A record you can see." Shorts by various authors set to Satie's Gymnopedies. 1. To Aru, Gakusei, To, Gymnopedies (A certain, student, gymnopedies) \[Natsujikei Miyazaki\] 2. A night absent of return \[Murai\] 3. For a quiet night's sleep \[Yoso Machi\] 4. Gentle Water \[Kayashima Yuuta\] 5. Gymnopédies déjà-vu \[Mikami Yuuri\] 6. Slowly, as if in pain \[Sekine Miyuu\]

The story centers on Materi, a high school girl who is suddenly summoned to a kingdom in another world, with a supposedly powerful skill in her. But the kingdom's ruler deems Materi's "Clear Reward" skill useless, and exiles her, thus activating her skill. As it turns out, Materi can gather rare weapons and useful items just by clearing the trials given to her. Materi becomes obsessed with acquiring skills and gathering items. (Source: Anime News Network)

An anthology comic of Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon by various mangaka.

It follows the story of a humanoid created by a robotics expert named Dr. Otoi for his grandson, Nobuhiko. But in the process of writing and applying the programming, an unfortunate mishap takes place! Nobuhiko sneezes. Now, whenever Nobuhiko sneezes, the humanoid (named Signal) transforms from a temperamental adult robot into a chocolate-loving baby version of himself. Despite this little error, the days spent with the Otoi crew are usually fun. Animals, people, and robots all can live in harmony. Until one day, Signal is attacked by Pulse, a robot created by Dr. Otoi some time ago. Much like a prototype for Signal. Pulse is incredibly nearsighted, but makes up for what he lacks in vision with firepower. Dr. Otoi's mysterious rival has packed him to the brim with amazing weaponry, with the intent of stealing the Doctor's most recent robo technology. (Source: Wikipedia)

Publisher Hayakawa is celebrating its 70th anniversary with two manga anthology reprints. One collection is dedicated to mystery works while the other compiles sci-fi stories printed over the publisher's long career.

Chaos reigns as the curtain descends on the age of the samurai. Atsuhime, born to the Satsuma branch of the Shimazu clan is to wed Iesada Tokugawa, the 13th shogun. However, soon after their marriage, Atsuhime’s beloved husband dies, leaving her to defend the clan as she is tossed about by the waves of history. Watch as this exceptional woman from Satsuma lives out a trouble-filled life while resolutely moving forward no matter what in this moving historical comic! (Source: Jmanga)

The sequel picks up the plot two years after the end of the battle with Dr. Quaser, and a think tank named At Random is attempting to apply robots to daily use for the public. The setting is in Singapore. The new story focuses on three characters: Lantse, a successor unit to Pulse; Maria Maria, a girl who is depressed after she suffers from an accident; and Shiruto, a boy who wants to become a robot. A 13-year-old Nobuhiko, a 19-year-old Chris, and Signal will also appear in the story. (Source: Anime News Network)

Special edition of Dengeki Magazine containing 13 stories and illustrations parodying each month of the year. **Short Stories** 1. Shinigami no Ballad.: Cheerful Charmer Momo. \[Hasegawa Keisuke\] 2. Wizard's Brain: Happy Valentine \[Segusa Reiichi\] 3. Toaru Majutsu no Index?: Toaru Sangatsu no Zouyo Koukan & Toaru Sangatsu no 201-maki \[Kamachi Kazuma\] 4. Shiritsu! Sanjuusangen Dougakuin \[Satou Kei\] 5. Asura Cryin' \[Mikumo Gakuto\] 6. Inukami! \[Arisawa Mamizu\] 7. Toradora!: Nisetora! \[Takemiya Yuyuko\] 8. Kirin wa Ichizu ni Koi wo Suru: Tsuki to Anata ni Hanataba wo remains \[Shimura Kazuya\] 9. Kino no Tabi: Gakuen Kino \[Sigsawa Keiichi\] 10. Kieli \[Kabei Yukako\] 11. Resin Cast Milk \[Fujiwara Yuu\] 12. Sora no Kane no Hibiku Hoshi de \[Watase Souichirou\]