One day, a Japanese professor on a field expedition to Australia has the surprise of a lifetime when a wallaby suddenly falls on him from the trees above. The wallaby is slightly put out (as he explains quite calmly) because, you see, he was distracted while reading a book about one of his favorite subjects—bushido. He's a bit of an otaku and has always dreamed of going to Japan. The professor is instantly charmed, of course, and whisks Mr. Wallaby off to Japan. Mr. Wallaby, inspired by the professor, says he also wants to become a teacher... (Source: Kodansha USA)
Walker, a man reincarnated as an adventurer, is suddenly attacked in a dungeon by a high-level monster and realizes he's in the dark fantasy world of a manga he read in his previous life. Not only that, but he also isn't the protagonist—he's an ill-fated side character meant to die alongside his party to establish the setting's grim tone! Walker fights tooth and nail for his friends, and although he loses a leg and an eye in the process, he manages to prevent everyone's terrible fates. But as he adjusts to a new life with an injured body, his female comrades begin to act strangely toward him! (Source: Yen Press)
This project was formed as part of the celebrations of the 120th anniversary of Franco-Korean diplomatic relations with the support of the French Embassy in Seoul. In the very heart of Seoul, close to the Central Station and a stone's throw from the hotel where the French authors of this collection stayed, a huge billboard illustrates a visionary picture. The French high-speed TGV train route (KTX in Korean) links Seoul to Paris and Paris to Seoul with just a single line. For the Koreans it is not a joke, nor wild imagination, it is a project! So while you are waiting to travel to Seoul by land, here is the magic of the graphic novel with twelve Korean and French stories: escape to Korea for a while.
Rei finds himself teaching at a school for demi-humans who want to become full-fledged human beings! Can someone who dislikes humans teach others about humankind? (Source: Yen Press)
"Today, I get to marry the man I love... but he doesn't love me." Lilia, a princess from the Ehre Kigndom, has admired Prince Oscar of the Glanz Kingdom for the longest time. However, it was decided early on that older sister, Isabella, would be the one to marry him due to her beauty and pride. Lilia had given up on the dream, but one day Isabella suddenly called off her betrothment. As someone of the Ehre royal family must marry into the Glanz Kingdom for continued peace, Lilia is now set to take the place of her older sister. Lilia is full of joy and concern all the same, but it feels as though this marriage sits in a shadow cast by Isabella, now looming over them. Prince Oscar seems to be distant, unconcerned with things, and Lilia is now buried in preparations as the crown princess. What will happen in this new and complicated relationship? (Source: MangaPlaza)
Magane seems like an ordinary boy until the day that he realizes that he can make a sword out of his own shadow. However, he must be careful about using the sword too often, or his shadow will swallow him. There are other people with this ability, and opposing them is a group of people marked with an ominous seal, who are able to wield swords of light. Will Magane be able to figure out what's going on, and use his power responsibly? (from mangaupdates.com)
Slaine is a humble, provincial commoner in the small Kingdom of Hasenvalia... Or so he thinks until the day the entire royal family is wiped out in a palace fire and Slaine comes to learn he’s really the king’s illegitimate son. It now falls on him to succeed the throne. Despite his lack of knowledge and experience, Slaine’s natural wits and dedication—plus the support of his aide-de-camp, Monica—allow him to excel against all odds. Between unsupportive nobles at home and hostile rulers abroad, Slaine already has his work cut out for him—and then, on the eve of his coronation, the great Empire of Galed declares war against Hasenvalia. Faced with such a frighteningly powerful foe, Slaine is forced to make a choice between fleeing into political exile or resisting invasion to the bitter end. Caught between the conflicting agendas of neighboring nations, this boy from a backwater town must learn how to grow into his crown. Witness the birth of a king! (Source: J-Novel Club)
It's the Meiji Era in Japan, a time of unrest and civil war. The people of Aizu have been defeated and their way of life is threatened. Their only hope for survival lies in… America? Read this deep and thoughtful story about what it means to try to keep your culture in a new place full of people who don't understand it. (Source: Mangamo)
Carina, an orphan with a talent for baking, suddenly receives a request to work at the castle as an attendant for the Crown Prince's younger brother. Although he's known for disliking women, the prince's prickly attitude slowly begins to thaw as he consumes Carina's delicious cookies and fragrant tea. As they share these relaxing tea breaks together, Carina and the prince find themselves becoming closer and closer... (Source: MangaPlaza)
A collection of short stories, including one about a girl who cheats on her boyfriend with his best friend...
Magazine editor Miku is considering her future with her live-in boyfriend, Souta, but her busy work schedule keeps them drifting apart. One day, when her work finally settles down, she comes home and discovers Souta cheating on her with a female coworker! Frantically running out of the house, Miku is saved by Aoi, the young owner of a long-established kimono shop she previously interviewed. Knowing she has nowhere to go, he invites her to his house, and when she tries to leave immediately, he tells her, "I want you to stay here a little longer!" (Source: Bunkasha, translated)

