Forty-five of Japan’s leading manga artists illustrate Star Wars! Explore the galaxy through the beautiful artwork of 45 outstanding Japanese manga artists and illustrators, including Akira Himekawa, Kamome Shirahama, and Taiyo Matsumoto. Celebrating the universal appeal of these iconic characters and their timeless stories, this collection presents each artist’s unique tribute to the Star Wars universe and is a must-have for fans of Star Wars and manga alike!
From Manga Mavericks Books: A pirouette is power. Dan’s dream is to be a dancer. He has plenty of heart, but his ability doesn’t quite live up to his passion. Despite this, he looks up to his upperclassman Steven McRae, who is worlds beyond him…literally. Using a magic mirror, Steven travels to a fantastical world, where he acts as a Ballet Hero! When Dan accidentally ends up following him, Steven quickly realizes that Dan being here is no coincidence. This action-adventure manga combines ballet, tokusatsu, and the amazing art of veteran artist Takafumi Adachi! Dance to the stars with Ballet Hero Fantasy!
Under the cover of darkness, Dina Ferletti—the young, golden-haired queen of the fiendish Ferletti family—was tossed into a nearby canal and left for dead. The next day, a redhead with “amnesia” washed up on the shore of a rural seaside town. For the past decade, Dina’s lived the charmed life of a nun-in-training, but her blessings seemingly run out when Teodoro, a member of the family, breaks into the chapel. He’s arrived under orders to bring the don’s little sister home, but Teo’s true intentions lie with bringing the Ferlettis to justice. As a result, Dina’s forced to give him a hand by posing as...herself?! And if she’s discovered, her death won’t be staged this time. So God, please let this lie stand! (Source: J-Novel Club)
A collection of shoujo short stories by Mitsuru Adachi. 1. A Word from the Freeloader 1 2. A Word from the Freeloader 2 3. It's Hard Being a Freeloader 4. Lovers Declaration 5. Season 6. Pair of Aces 7. Whimsical Punch
Special chapter that was published in the Young Jump Heroine supplemental volume.
Living in the slums, Claire must work herself to the bone to support her alcohol-addicted father. One day, he decides to wager her off at a gambling house in order to pay his debts..."I bet my own daughter!" Claire's fate is now in the hands of whoever wins her in a game of dice... **Official English:** [Coolmic](https://coolmic.me/titles/2428), [Renta](https://www.ebookrenta.com/renta/sc/frm/item/147186), [MangaPlaza](https://mangaplaza.com/title/0303008364/)
For as long as Hiiragi can remember, he's been trapped on this island, stuck in a house that's way too big for six people. Hiiragi only finds solace in the arms of his favorite person, his carer Takuro, and the more time they spend together, the more they fall in love. However, little does Hiiragi know, his life's already been planned out for him - and the plan doesn't have any space for Takuro. https://read.futekiya.com/comic/5f7194a76c758
Lee, living in Hong Kong, meets Matt - a fine young Englishman. Their relationship becomes stronger by the day, despite their deep cultural differences. But there is Lee's dad to contend with, who views the affair very suspiciously. And there is another contender for Lee's heart - a young Chinese man whose jealousy takes on twinges of xenophobia. Will Lee and Matt's relationship successfully cross the cultural divide and overcome the negative odds? Two worlds collide, creating sparks both good and bad.
This graphic novel version of The Book of Five Rings, the iconic book of confrontation and victory by the famed seventeenth-century duelist and undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi, illuminates this brilliant manifesto, which has long inspired martial artists and anyone interested in cultivating a strategic mind. With evocative drawings and a distilled but faithful text adapted by acclaimed manga writer Sean Michael Wilson, The Book of Five Rings comes alive both as a guide to swordsmanship and strategy, and as a view into Musashi’s world.
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.
Anthology of all genres of manga and manga-style comics. "King of a Miniature Garden" by KUTSUWADA Chie "Eve3000" by Rainbow Buddy "Picnic" by Rainbow Buddy
