**“Asuka, you are my keeper.”** Asuka Tsukasa has an irrational fear of animals, especially dogs-which makes studying abroad in London, city of dog lovers, a bit of a challenge for him. There, in his vanished mother’s hometown, he hopes to find a clue to her whereabouts and to meet the mysterious smiling girl from his dreams. But life only gets harder for this zoophobe when he’s invited to join a secret organization that seeks to coexist with fantastical beasts and protect the world from the ones that go out of control. At least he gets to meet that girl-though she turns out to be a giant, snarling dog, who wants nothing more than to tear him to shreds! *Source: Yen Press, Vol. 1*

Club 9 centers around a young country girl named Haruo Hattori who is attending university in Tokyo, Japan. She initially lives in her college dorm, but due to circumstances has to move out to an apartment and find a job. When a friend gives her a job as a club hostess at a posh Ginza hostess bar (Club 9), she finds herself getting more attention than she initially wanted.

Scientists have discovered that mystical creatures like dragons, mermaids, and werewolves DID exist. This discovery has become a popular toy craze that is sweeping Japan: Legendz. This game is considered to be the ultimate role playing game were kids can train their Legendz to participate in dangerous matches. Ken Kazaki and his Legendz Windragon are ready for anything and Ken wishes to obtain the Golden Soul Figure by any means necessary. (Source: Anime News Network)

There's even more to be told of the antics of the SOS Brigade—under Haruhi's leadership the possibilities for fun and mayhem are endless! Join your favorite characters in this huge collection of brand-new adventures and illustrations from a wide range of artists and storytellers! Jam-packed with more time travelers, aliens, espers, and Haruhi than Kyon can handle, this anthology is the perfect addition to any collection! (Source: Yen Press) #Illustrations: Samura Hiroaki, Nanao Naru, Yasu, Miyashita Miki, Puyo \- Yoshizuki Kumichi \- Dowman Sayman \- Kotone Ranmaru \- Itou Ryou \- Matsubayashi Satoru \- Aragi Kazuha (荒木風羽) \- nino \- Hamayumiba Sou \- Sakurajima (さくらぢま) \- Shinbayagi \- Takeuchi Motonori (竹内元紀) \- Itokatsu \- Hibino Tomoki+Naruse Ryou (日比野友輝+成瀬龍) \- Naito Takashi \- Fukuda Shinichi \- Igarashi Ran \- Tomonaga Ibuki (友永芽吹) \- Kubota Makoto

Rud is a tank of the Hero’s Party and is said to have the highest defense ever in history. The party often does labyrinth raids, but to Rud, it means more than just a raid. To cure his beloved sister’s illness, he is in search for the wish-granting treasure that might be hidden in those labyrinths. But one day, the arrogant hero kicks him from the party after an unsuccessful raid attempt, blaming it on his skills whose effects he is still unaware of. Without nowhere else to go and nothing to do, he decides to return to his hometown, where his sister is waiting. On his way there, he saves a girl who was being attacked by a monster. Unexpectedly, this girl has an extremely rare skill called “Appraisal”. Thanks to her skill, Rud is able to discover the truth behind his unknown skills, which turn out to be very powerful skills. With a defense of 9999 and powerful skills, thus begins the adventure of the strongest tank, Rud! *Source: Manga UP! Global*

Long ago, the mighty Pokémon Arceus was betrayed by a human it trusted. Now Arceus is back for revenge! Dialga, Palkia and Giratina must join forces to help Ash, Dawn and their new friends Kevin and Sheena stop Arceus from destroying humankind. But it may already be too late! (Source: VIZ Media)

16-year-old Yukito Kirihara lives with his 14-year-old sister Sana, who he treasures more than anyone else. But when an ogre shows up outside of his window looking for Sana (a shocking event in its own right), Yukito leaps to save her—and is killed. He’s offered the promise of reincarnation by a mysterious woman, who gives him a character sheet in a mysterious book. But when Yukito sees Sana in there, too, he sets off to find her, and save them both—even if he only has 1 hp with which to do it! *Source: Kodansha Comics*

The Konoe and Kazuki families have been fighting like cats and dogs for generations. Masaya Konoe and Yuma Kazuki attend the same elite high school and are known to all as arch rivals, but do they really hate each other? Masaya still cherishes a childhood memory of a time when Yuma shared a "treasure" with him. Now they share a secret attraction. Can they hide their passion? Burning desire has a way of erupting into flames! (Source: Deux) *Note: Includes the one-shot "Suiren (睡蓮, Water Lily)".*

Like most superheroes, Kashiwara has a secret. He plays a hero for the stage shows of Godragner Zeus as his part-time job. While at work, Kashiwara discovers Sakuma, another student at his high school, also loves Godranger Zeus. Out of fear of being bullied, Sakuma hides his true hero otaku self at school. Sakuma and Kashiwara strike a deal to keep each other's secret which only brings them closer. (Source: Futekiya)

1) Right Hand Gun, Left Hand Love (3 chapters) : Rookie policeman Hiroshi Bondi Tokida's dream is to capture France's famous "Phantom Thief Jack". But after he moved into 'French male residence' he realized the old man owning the house, Genshirou is someone with an interest in disguising, and he is also the person Hiroshi dreams of capturing, "Phantom Thief Jack"!! But he never thought that the famous "Phantom Thief Jack" would propose to him, and kiss him...?! 2) Sweet Prisoner - Its hard to move on when you are still in love with your childhood friend. What happens when you meet up again after 13 years. 3) The Wealthiness of Poverty

"I have lived the past twenty years enshrouded in fat and negative energy." Marina is a gloomy young woman who has failed every diet she has ever tried and can't make friends, much less a boyfriend. But, one night, she encounters a gorgeous man... With a voice as gentle as a beautiful flower, he whispers to her words as sweet as honey: "Why don't you take a chance with me? I'll make your wish come true." Did God take pity on her and send an angel to grant her wish?! Is the man extending this helping hand to our pudgy Cinderella truly an angel? Or is he not what he seems? Strap in for this thrilling rom-com about a hot rich boy and a pessimistic chubby girl!! (Source: Manga Box)

One of the five handsome men in the incredibly popular idol group "Z", Yoshimura Riku, is actually a girl! She's tied with the leader, Touya, for popularity. She pretends to be the type of guy that makes all the girls smile and is extremely cool-looking. However, when she receives a Christmas present from Touya, she decides she wants to show him her feminine side...!? *Note: Chapter count includes the one shot Romantic Shiyo! (ロマンチックしよ!; Let's be Romantic!).*