-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)
-Meryl Klein’s mother is the most powerful saint in the land, having fought many demons… but when it’s her turn to take up the mantle, she has other ideas of how to face them.
This is a romance anthology where every story promises a happy ending. The collection features heroines who are at the absolute lowest point in their lives—down on their luck, mistreated, or facing desperate situations. The stories focus on their resilient spirits as they continue to strive forward despite their hardships. Their unwavering efforts catch the attention of heroic male leads who become utterly charmed by them, leading to overwhelmingly sweet and doting love stories. The central, heartwarming question posed by each tale is: "Is it really okay for someone like me to become this happy?"
Cover Illustration: Moelack 1. **Mebuku** (芽吹く) \[Howako\] 2. **Shiraha no Ya** (白羽の矢) \[Pers\] 3. **Koumori no Yuuge wa Gekka nite** (蝙蝠の夕餉は月下にて) \[Roro Kubeji\] 4. **Kare ga Dare ni mo Nabikanai Riyuu** (彼が誰にも靡かない理由) \[kaya\] 5. **I Love You ♡ Mankai Boy** (愛羅武♡満開ボーイ) \[Shiki Fujimine\] 6. **Failure Bouquet** \[Waga\] 7. **Hana ni Hana** (はなにはな) \[Oyoi\] 8. **Mata Shiawase ga Otozureru** (また幸せが訪れる) \[Niaiani\] 9. **Suichuu no Hana** (水中の花) \[Maru\] 10. **Asahi ni Saku** (朝陽に咲く) \[Tsutomu Totsuka\] 11. **Ohana-goto, Itadakimasu** (お花ごと、いただきます) \[Solune\] 12. **Sono Hitomi ni Hoshi wo Miru** (その瞳に星をみる) \[Inunohone\] 13. **Okatai desu ne! Owner-sama** (お堅いですね！オーナー様) \[You Natsui\] 14. **Hontou ni Ore de Ii no** (本当に俺でいいの) \[Haruchika Yatano\] 15. **Naoto to Yuuta** (直人と雄也) \[Shiota\] 16. **Ibara ni Furete** (いばらに触れて) \[Yuzu Kizuta\] 17. **Cistus** (シスタス) \[Kumo Yoimoto\] 18. **Tsubasa** (翼) \[Yaoya\] 19. **Hanasaki Koukan Nikki** (花咲き交換日記) \[Wazuka Inochi\] 20. **Bouquet Kinenbi** (ブーケ記念日) \[Mami Satomaru\]
*Why are you taking away my relaxed daily life…* The hero who saved the world from an alien invasion war, Takashi Shibuzaki. The dream of this legendary warrior is only one... *“To live a normal high school life”* After the war ended, he was excited that this wish would be realized, and he immediately decided to return and live a quiet life in Japan. However, his comrade-in-arms from Northern Europe, Natalie, somehow ends up moving into Takashi’s house, claiming it as “living together”…? Everything he would do for a peaceful youth. Takashi, the most powerful warrior who wants to avoid love and fighting, will he be able to obtain the peace he wants–?
Towa Kujou, an illustrator who was secluded in the mountains for her hobby of solo camping, discovers upon her descent that the world has been overrun by zombies. The story depicts Towa gathering leftover food and enjoying gourmet meals in this post-apocalyptic world. (Source: Natalie, translated)
https://www.cmoa.jp/title/328000/
This anthology features popular illustrator Izumi Sakurazawa and other renowned artists. It includes not only comics but also numerous illustrations from "Mai-HiME." The book is packed with content, including an original mail-order project and a cover-themed telephone card giveaway for all readers.
