This anthology presents the first English translation of a selection of twelve short stories from the comics anthology popocomi (vol 1—5 + one special edition), published irregularly by Japanese bookstore and gallery Popotame. Each of the twelve different artists offer their own unique perspective on manga in these original works. 1. Winter Break 2029 by [MISSISSIPPI](https://mangabaka.org/author/wt6wmo5/mississippi) 2. The Spirit of the Beehive by [YOKOYAMA Yu](https://mangabaka.org/author/nnm7klg/yokoyama-yuu) 3. Desucha on the Road: Shank's Mare by [FUJIMURA Izumi](https://mangabaka.org/author/2nlxq5n/fujimura-izumi) 4. In a Worm-Eaten Town by [NAKADA Ikumi](https://mangabaka.org/author/x25uipu/nakada-ikumi) 5. ILLNESS by [MASCO Eri](https://mangabaka.org/author/ls9epc6/masco-eri) 6. Playing with a Weirdo by [KAYA Hiroya](https://mangabaka.org/author/yfl3he9/kaya-hiroya) 7. The Month of May and Outer Space and Light and Women by [FURUGORI Kanako](https://mangabaka.org/author/a63mo43/furugori-kanako) 8. News from the Smelting Furnace by [YOSHIDA Waka](https://mangabaka.org/author/n9te57s/yoshida-waka) 9. The Passion of the Workshop by [Nerunodaisuki](https://mangabaka.org/author/asiehi3/neruno-daisuki) 10. Neutral by [TAKAHASHI Yuki (II)](https://mangabaka.org/author/ejypdh1/takahashi-yuki-ii) 11. From the Book Shop by [DAKE Maiko](https://mangabaka.org/author/a5lugyk/dake-maiko) 12. Outdoor Lights by [SAKATA Kiyoko](https://mangabaka.org/author/myjptxj/sakata-kiyoko) For vol. 2: Anthology of thirteen Japanese and Korean artists. The subtitle is “Some world somewhere, somewhere in the world”. We all live in our own different worlds, but we can feel like we're living in the same world by liking the same artist, reading the same comic. A5, paperback, glossy cover, b/w 98 pages. Artists: Younggeun Byun, Maiko Dake, Imjina, Sayaka Ishiyama, Heny Kim, Inori Kito, Yoonhee Lee, merry-mj, MISSISSIPPI, Akiko Miyakoshi, Ikumi Nakada, Tsuchika Nishimura, OOO Note: A Japanese 2-in-1 volume also came out.

An unknown actress's life is ruined when she wakes up as Cha Yeryeon, the villainess of a daytime drama. Determined to avoid an antagonist's fate, Yeryeon works to nudge the story toward a different ending. But as her actions threaten to upend the lives of other characters, Yeryeon has to figure out how to get her satisfying story while also protecting the people she cares for. Will Yeryeon flip the script and change the drama for the better? Or will she be stuck playing the bad guy forever? **Original Novel:** [KakaoPage](https://page.kakao.com/content/52780845), [Naver Series](https://series.naver.com/novel/detail.series?productNo=5298430) **Official Translations:** [English](https://tapas.io/series/escape-from-the-daytime-drama-novel/info)

[The repeating time will be discarded] [Skills will be randomly assigned] Kim Do-jin, the world's #1 ranker who died in every loop... His ghost appeared before me. He'll help cure my sister's illness if I become his disciple? But... he wants me to find the traitor hiding among his seven disciples? [Original Novel](https://ridibooks.com/books/3228061286). Official English

—If my daughter asks nicely, maybe I’ll consider it. —How about giving your old man a friendly shoulder massage? Wi Yeonji is exhausted by her father, who still treats her like a three-year-old child. She hoped joining the cult’s martial arts division would change things, but his overprotectiveness only got worse. Fine, I’ll go to the Central Plains. I’ll take the secret manual of the Sun and Moon Divine Art, and I won’t return until I’ve mastered it. There’s only one way to break free from being sidelined as both a warrior and an heir just because she’s a daughter: if she returns having perfected the Sun and Moon Divine Art, even her father will have to acknowledge her as a true martial artist. And so, Wi Yeonji runs away from home (…sort of)! *** Wait, but… —I don’t care who you really are, miss. I just… want to protect you. —I was asking if you were hurt, Leader. —Because only then can I stay by your side. Who are these guys? A long-haired monk and a swordsman from the Mount Hua Sect chasing after the Heavenly Demon’s daughter? And why is the Lord himself here?! Who asked for protection, anyway? I’m the Heavenly Demon’s daughter! [Original Novel](https://page.kakao.com/content/62663105) Official English

This book contains game illustrations from the artists who created today's popular Korean illustration basics and 15 up-and-coming Korean artists, Kim Hyung-Tae, Opon, isanbon, popcorn, NG NoranGom, Shukei, Limha, Lekan, Tiv, SR, YiLee, Isurugi, SeeD, MonsterGOGO, panamaman, maggi! Includes over 200 illustrations of game visuals, character illustrations, and original art work on top of a special interview with artists.

No new clothes for a whole year?! After finding out her rent is going to increase, Ji-Na Yun decides it's time for her to move. But wait... She's broke because she spent all her money on clothes! Join Ji-Na on her year-long challenge to not buy any new clothing. Will she be able to end her addiction to shopping? (Source: Manta, edited)

Unfairly blamed for a tragedy in her childhood, Reina is used to disappointment. It's no surprise that she's still lonely after marrying Edgar, but nothing could have prepared her for another woman taking her place—and her son. When granted a second chance at life, Reina vows to be better. This time, everything she does will be for her son. But, as she finally begins to discover her talents, there's one question she can't shake: did she return to the past alone? **Original Novel:** Chapters: [KakaoPage](https://page.kakao.com/content/56164116), [MrBlue](https://www.mrblue.com/novel/E000109950), [Naver Series](https://series.naver.com/novel/detail.series?productNo=9587137) Volumes: [KakaoPage](https://page.kakao.com/content/65043281), [Ridibooks](https://ridibooks.com/books/2057207986), [MrBlue](https://www.mrblue.com/novel/E000108913) **Official Translations:** [English](https://tapas.io/series/duchess-in-the-glass-house-novel/info)

Bashful Violet is twenty-five and still a virgin. Afflicted by acne in her school days, she now stays far away from men, convinced that love is still impossible for her. But she's about to be surprised out of her rut when fortune comes calling at a New Year's Eve party! (Source: Renta!)

Bethia, the poor baron's adopted daughter, has spent her life as a mere tool, enduring cruel abuse. But one day, she unexpectedly crosses paths with a mysterious duke at the temple. Upon hearing her name, the duke desperately pleads with her to become his daughter-in-law! To make things even crazier, her supposed fiancé is willing to hand over all his wealth to her. Wait, what? Is everyone around here out of their minds? Why is all this happening to me? (Source: Manta)

Twenty-year-old Jenna Shin has the ability to read how much others like her. But the more she learns about people's true feelings, the deeper her distrust grows... Until one day, a man appears who shows an unusually high level of affection toward her. (Source: DAYcomics)

After her husband dies, Lisa starts a house cleaning business by herself. One day, she goes to clean a luxury penthouse on the beach to cover for one of her employees who's been hurt. The man who owns it is the unsociable Jack Cassidy. And he's a famous author that Lisa's a huge fan of! When Jack hears this, he suddenly invites Lisa, who's a complete stranger, to accompany him to an awards party the next day. Lisa doesn't date men anymore. She tries to resist him by telling him that, but she can't fight against his charm, and she can't suppress the excited feeling that's spreading through her heart, either.

One day Fiona, a popular wedding planner in Sydney, is approached by a millionaire named Kathryn to arrange her son’s wedding, but Kathryn doesn’t realize Fiona was Philip’s ex-wife, who left him ten years ago. When Fiona reluctantly accepts the job and meets Philip, he immediately recognizes her and coldly tells her to quit her act instantly!