2009 marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of Gekiga Koubou, a landmark event that sparked a gekiga boom in the rental manga industry of the time and laid the foundation for the enduring popularity of youth manga and adult manga that continues to this day. To mark this occasion, our company is reissuing the first issues of *Kage* and *Machi*—pivotal publications that served as cornerstones for the development of gekiga and drove the short-story magazine boom—in a two-volume set. These reissues faithfully replicate the original binding, color schemes, and book design as closely as possible. Each set includes an explanatory booklet featuring testimonials from individuals involved at the time, bringing these works to contemporary readers. This long-awaited, precious reprint offers both general readers and researchers a chance to discover the roots of modern manga. (Source: Shogakukan, translated)

"Wow, being a villainess is actually pretty easy!" Sashna reincarnated as a villainous daughter in the world of a romance novels her grandchildren had once told her about in her previous life. Having lived her life to the fullest in her previous life, she is determined to protect the happy ending of her favorite novel's heroine and not change the story by playing the villainess to the fullest...or so she thought, but she can't get rid of her gentle personality from before reincarnation and has a hard time becoming the villain. Sashna is excited to attend her first evening party, but she almost changes the story right away... For some reason, she is treated like a loser by her fiance's guardian knight, who is supposed to be her ally, but Sashna desperately tries to protect the story. -But what lies ahead is an unexpected truth...? https://www.cmoa.jp/title/1101427652/

High school student Mamoru has loved shoujo manga since he was a child, influenced by his mother. He longs for the glittering world and situations it evokes, and one day he finds a love letter in his shoe locker...

Short stories focusing on the women lurking in everyday life—miserly women, casual sex partners, office tyrants... Women have battles they can't afford to lose, such as jealousy and envy!? A thrilling story that delves into the true nature of women! (Source: Shogakukan, translated)

"This is just practice, okay?" Charlotte is a slightly eccentric duke's daughter who loves gardening. Crown Prince Joele, her cousin, has been visiting her frequently hoping she'll fall for him, but his feelings have not come across at all. When Charlotte decides to start husband-hunting to help her family's financial troubles, Joele seizes the opportunity. He invites her to stay at the royal castle and attend a ball. Having successfully brought her closer, he begins to teach the inexperienced Charlotte what love is, step by step. After all, she needs to learn how to handle being alone with a man, right? https://www.cmoa.jp/title/350487/

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“My mistress is pregnant. I want to divorce you.” Sophia had married in place of her younger sister and, despite being treated coldly, continued contributing faithfully to her husband’s household. Yet because of her husband’s selfish reasoning, their three-year marriage comes to an abrupt end. Surprisingly, Sophia feels as light as a feather after being freed. “From now on, I’ll make myself happy.” Determined to enjoy the single life she never had, she begins healing her wounded heart while spending fulfilling days surrounded by the books she loves. Then one day, while absorbed in a magical tome, she catches the attention of the king’s younger brother…? Unknowingly deciphering ancient grimoires and even summoning spirits, Sophia’s hidden talents gradually become a major force in saving the kingdom from crisis. Meanwhile, as his business begins to fail, her ex-husband starts regretting his mistakes…? ([Sana Scans](https://mangabaka.org/group/zgbui9j/sana-scans))

Adela, a marquis's daughter, who has endured her fiancé Leonard's neglectful behavior for years. He always prioritizes his stepsister, taking her on dates, and constantly choosing her over Adela. Despite her attempts to bear with the situation, she finally reaches her limit when she catches Leonard kissing his stepsister and discovers that the pair are plotting to take over the marquisate. Heartbroken but resolute, Adela decides to fight back. She enlists the help of Leonard's cold, calculating older brother, Terence, and sets a meticulous plan in motion—not just to break off the engagement, but to ensure that Leonard and his stepsister can be together, while making them lose everything else in the process. ([Art Lapsa](https://mangabaka.org/group/bqpkbsf/art-lapsa)) [Kodansha-Comic](https://www.kodansha.co.jp/comic/products/0000424876) [Pixiv-Comic](https://comic.pixiv.net/works/12645?srsltid=AfmBOopmujljvtjHhOJ98646kpoBDWF4DcjkHCaDadwt32U1qsu1OmKY)

Seven years ago, Cheng Jinxi, a beautiful young man, confessed to a brutal family murder and was sentenced to life imprisonment. Detective Liang Yuanfeng, who handled the case, continued to meet with Jinxi and learned that he was a "shaman" with supernatural powers. Seven years later, a series of inexplicable and bizarre incidents shake the city. Suspended from duty, Yuanfeng takes responsibility for bringing Jinxi out of prison to uncover the truth. The two, who have shared a secret for seven years, are once again drawn into the maelstrom. A twisted accomplice relationship begins in this crime suspense BL !

A commentary manga that gives you a quick understanding of the charms and basics of how to play the A3! video game, as well as short interactions between a couple of characters in each of its 4-7 panel chapters.