Based on William Scott Wilson's definitive translation, adapted by scriptwriter and comic book/manga author Sean Wilson, and with lively drawings by well-known illustrator Chie Kutsuwada, this first-ever graphic treatment of what's considered the most influential of all samurai treatises is sure to delight manga fans, martial arts enthusiasts, and students of Japanese culture. Reminiscent of The Arabian Nights in structure, Hagakure is a collection of tales and anecdotes that offer instruction and insight into the philosophy and code of behavior that foster the true spirit of Bushido - the Way of the Warrior. A young, upcoming samurai seeks the advice of an older, seasoned warrior who has become a Zen monk. The ambitious young samurai humbly begs to learn from the old master, who consents. So begins a series of eventful meetings. At each sitting. the master tells his young student tales of samurai past. Tales of famous warriors are recited, as well as ignoble gaffs. With brutal, unrelenting samurai justice, wrongs are righted and judgment is enacted. With each incident, the young novice learns what it means to be a samurai. Learns what courage and right thought are. Learns the harsh realities and subtle wisdom of his age. Writer Sean Wilson and illustrator Chie Kutsuwada both bring ample experience in the genre to this project. And, as an added bonus, William Scott Wilson, the translator of the original Kodansha International version of the book, provides an illuminating Afterword.

From birth, Lee Dohyun only has memories of growing up in a hospital, finding himself alone and neglected even by his own parents. One day, he meets Jung Heesung, a violinist whose whole life revolves around his craft, and experiences the warmth of friendship for the first time. Their journeys and souls are alike, and they find solace in each other. But when Dohyun is miraculously discharged from the hospital, his life changes completely. The devilish genius of his acting talents begins to take the world by storm, and Dohyun embarks on his journey to becoming a world star. [Original Novel](https://page.kakao.com/content/57109925) **Official English:** [Wattpad Volume 1](https://www.wattpad.com/story/389280822-child-actor-to-world-star-volume-i), [Wattpad Volume 2](https://www.wattpad.com/story/394798520-child-actor-to-world-star-volume-ii), [Tappytoon](https://www.tappytoon.com/en/book/child-actor-to-world-star-novel)

Emily Renedelle, a seventeen-year-old noble lady, was having a peaceful dinner with her family when the atrocity befalls her. She watches a group of intruders slash her parents and her older sister to death. Terrified, she tries to crawl away, but the ruthless Duke Samuel Kleiphen slices her neck without hesitation. She dies cursing the man, and the next thing she knows—she wakes up in a different body whose owner is also within an inch of her life. Now in the body of twenty-six-year-old Jane Serengti, Emily has no choice but to accept the reality that she is given a second life as an impoverished woman burdened with massive debts. To her relief, though, she learns that her soul has traveled back in time five years prior to the tragedy. She also manages to land a job with handsome pay as an etiquette tutor at a duke’s manor. Little did she imagine that she would be tasked with disciplining a headstrong boy, who turns out to be the very man that had killed her! Has fate granted her the chance to avenge herself? **Original Novel:** [KakaoPage](https://page.kakao.com/content/61746231), [Ridibooks](https://ridibooks.com/books/4110000039?_s=search&_q=%EC%82%AC%EB%9E%91%EC%9D%98+%EB%A7%A4&_rdt_sid=search&_rdt_idx=0) [Official English Translation](https://www.tappytoon.com/en/book/rod-of-love-novel)

From Yen Press: A nameless undead awakens in an ancient crypt, and thus does the journey begin. Drawn mysteriously toward the horizon, he ventures into a land of perils beyond death. A once shining kingdom has been fractured, and mindless Hollows prowl the dark corners. To see it united and restored, the old king must be freed by his get-the-youth Balarion. The undead and his companions, surviving champions of the halcyon era, accompany Balarion on this journey to release his father, battling foes both monstrous and clever. Yet it is not their enemies that give them doubt, it is their quest. Can a world so troubled truly be set right again, or is it fated to vanish into the dark?

From Seven Seas: John Lyon, a wise-cracking, hot shot New York cop has the most amount of kills out of anyone on the force. But one day he takes down the wrong perp, and becomes victim to a terrible curse. Can he convince a sexy psychiatrist that he is not crazy and erase the curse before it is too late?

From Shambhala: In the eighteenth century, forty-seven samurai avenged the death of their master in a plot that would take over two years to complete. After succeeding in their mission, the masterless samurai—known as ronin—all committed ritual suicide. The story, which is a national legend, remains the most potent example of Japan's deeply rooted cultural imperative of honor, persistence, loyalty, and sacrifice.

Chang-do, a wandering orphan, captures the eye of crime syndicate middle boss Jae-young Chang and enters the gang. One day, Jae-young receives orders to kill Chang-do but refuses. In retaliation, Jae-young meets his end at the hands of the gang, witnessed by Chang-do. Fueled by revenge for his mentor's death, Chang-do launches attacks against the crime syndicates. As he uncovers ties to another crime syndicate boss behind the scenes, Chang-do uses his knowledge to sow chaos and strike back. [Original Webtoon](https://comic.naver.com/challenge/list?titleId=830674) [Official English](https://comics.inkr.com/title/4672-crack)

**Now it’s your turn to feel humiliated…** Lissa is working the cloakroom at a party when she bumps into Kurt Callahan, someone she never thought she’d see again. He’s still as charming as ever, and now he’s become a very successful businessman. He asks Lissa for her phone number, seemingly forgetting they’ve met before. Lissa, however, hasn’t forgotten about Kurt sleeping with her just to win a bet. This time, it’s his turn to get a taste of humiliation!

Right in the middle of the busy Christmas season, Paige, a run-off-her-feet decorator, receives an unbelievable Christmas present—a large luxury van complete with her store’s logo. While Paige is still reeling from the unexpected gift, a man, the very picture of a playboy, appears. He’s the representative of a wealthy philanthropist, and he has come to deliver Paige’s personalized van, along with an invitation to a Christmas dinner party. All the while, a sensual smile meaningfully plays about his lips… What is this handsome man up to?

A cute and spunky woman just demanded that you take your pants off. Do you comply, or do you ask her what's going on? Colin doesn't even get a chance before he's strutting down the runway in a fashion show organized by Holly. A misunderstanding makes her think he's her lost male model, when he is in fact just a guy who knows how to cook a good pizza. Will Holly run after him down the runway when she realizes she just dressed down a stranger in more ways than one? Or will she swoon for this bachelor on the prowl? (c)RIHO SACHIMI/KASEY MICHAELS

After her father suffers a heart attack, Amy is the only one who can save her family's auction house from a financial crisis. The mysterious Dylan Copeland joined the company a year and a half ago as her father's secretary-he's a handsome man with deep blue eyes, but he's rubbed Amy the wrong way from the first day they met. Now they need to work together if they hope to restore the company to its former standing. Can Amy set aside her misgivings long enough to see her mission through? (c)SARA NAKAYAMA/LEIGH MICHAELS

THE FAKE FIANCE! When lawyer Morea hears what her mother is asking of her, it takes her breath away. What? Pretend to be engaged to her rival? But that's exactly what her mother is proposing. Morea's father, a college professor, is being unjustly accused of sexual harassment, but is thinking of resigning without even putting up a fight. Morea's mother thinks that if the ever-capable lawyer Ridge is introduced as Morea's fiance, he can convince her father of taking it to court. Though they compete against each other in the courtroom, when it comes to the sham engagement, Ridge is all too happy to comply. And when Morea gets to know more of his personal life, she finds him more handsome and charming than she would like to admit!