Manga: Humorous / Funny stories
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC You Like Me, Not My Daughter?! (Manga) Vol. 3
Book SynopsisIt’s no secret that Ayako believes she’s too old to entertain the advances of her college-age neighbour, Takumi. And when Takumi and Ayako finally go on their first date, she can’t help but feel like all eyes are on her. After all, she’s spending the day at an amusement park with a man more than ten years her junior! She’s still not sure how to handle his fervent affection…but when a series of disasters leads to a night spent together in a hotel room, will Ayako finally be able to admit she’s falling–just a little?
£11.69
DC Comics Joker: One Operation Joker Vol. 1
Book SynopsisDuring a fight with The Joker, Batman falls into a chemical vat that somehow turns him into a baby. Who is going to take care and help raise baby Batman? The Joker, that s who. Written by Satoshi Miyagawa (Uchuu Senkan Tiramisu) and illustrated by Keisuke Gotou, this manga finds Batman transformed into a baby following an accidental fall into the same vat of chemicals that turned the Joker into his evil self. Immediately after accident, the Joker finds himself lost without his arch-nemesis and takes it upon himself to raise baby Bruce Wayne. However, the Joker finds fatherhood to be a lot more difficult than he initially thought.
£8.54
Red Hen Press Old Guy: Superhero: Superhero
Book SynopsisMeet Oldguy: your regular aging superhero whose powers have dwindled over the years, and whose very mechanics are seriously fizzling. In seriocomic misadventures, Oldguy valiantly attempts to continue his former heroism in a somewhat wry version of Faulknerian endurance, defeating his enemies time and again—if not through superhuman abilities, then at least by “outliving the sons-a-bitches.” With its comic book-style illustrations, Oldguy inhabits a space all to itself—not strictly a poetry collection, not quite a graphic novel—hybrid sure to visually and aurally delight.Trade Review"When has geezerhood been handled so appealingly? (Well, except for those movies where Ann-Margret is inexplicably cast as a senior citizen.) Oldguy may exit the Oldguymobile creaking and farting, but comedian-con-simpatico Bill Trowbridge so ably superjuggles hijinks and empathy that, despite all the geriatric odds, a true American hero is born. Don’t know a ‘Packard’ from the ‘Oscar Meyer Wienermobile,’ or ‘Roundheads’ from ‘the Blob’? Then snap your trap shut, punk, and give a listen: Oldguy’s here to save your day." — Albert Goldbarth, author of Saving Lives and Welcome "Oldguy: Superhero—Bill Trowbridge’s hilarious guide to the perils and sly pleasures of aging. In this reader-friendly collection, Oldguy earns his superhero status when, among other adventures, he takes a driver’s test, gets a physical, and confounds Death himself. Shattering preconceived notions of senescent angst and addled-ness, Trowbridge imbues Oldguy with an enviable inner life full of covert panache. Oldguy: Superhero is an exhilarating read that I didn’t want to put down except to laugh and to shake my seventy-eight-year-old head in admiration. Oh, and Oldguy sings, too. You don’t want to miss that." — Ron Koertge, author of Yellow Moving Van "Oldguy: Superhero—The Complete Collection is a banquet of dinner rolls, Jell-O, turkey sandwiches and moonlit ballrooms, Kung Fu and sarsaparilla, Artie Shaw, Moby Dick; one surprise after another, imaginative and beautifully crafted, with enough laughs and charm to make any guy or gal, old or young, roll in imagery to last forever! This collection should come with instructions on how to stop smiling! Dance through these remarkable poems, meet an enchanting group of characters, and fall fast in love with William Trowbridge as he takes you to the top ledge of the Chrysler Building. Get ready to jump off and land on two exuberant feet!" — Kim Dower, author of Sunbathing on Tyrone Power’s Grave
£9.74
Ablaze, LLC Diary of A Nerd Vol 1
Book SynopsisIf you're a fan of Wimpy Kid, Dork Diaries, and Jedi Academy you'll love Diary of a Nerd! Diary of a Nerd stars Phil, a twelve year old boy living in Manhattan, NY. He is a talented, self-professed nerd...an intellectual who enjoys spending his days with his friends, known as "The Geek Team". Phil likes a girl in his class named Loren, but he also knows that he could never compete with Ted, Loren’s boyfriend. One night, while Phil is sleeping, Darth Vader appears to him like a vision in his dream, inviting him to use his strength to challenge the bullies and win the love of Loren. DIARY OF A NERD consists of two different diaries written by the same kid: one is the diary of a young genius, and the other is a quest for love. Phil eats, lives and breathes pop culture...his adventures are humorous and relatable...and have already gained him a cult following around the world! An international bestseller for kids, Diary of a Nerd has been published in 38 countries to date. Readers from all over the planet have gotten hooked on the misadventures of Phil and his friends in this line of illustrated books.
£10.79
Little, Brown & Company Skull-face Bookseller Honda-san, Vol 4
Book SynopsisHonda-san no longer works in bookselling, but the tales of bookstore antics don't stop, as she turns to interviewing those still on the inside!
£12.34
Little, Brown & Company Please Put Them On, Takamine-san, Vol. 2
Book SynopsisShirota's got no friends, no presence, and no social life to speak of. But he's got onething no one else has-private access to the hottest girl in school's underwear! Asstudent council president Takamine-san's closet, he's got to buy her new underwearand follow her around, all so she can rewind time at a moment's notice. With no hopeof escape from his time-traveling master, what embarrassing new situations await ourpoor hero? Find out in the latest volume of Please Put Them On, Takamine-san!
£10.44
Little, Brown & Company Please Put Them On, Takamine-san, Vol. 4
Book SynopsisLife hasn’t been easy for Shirota ever since he became Student Council PresidentTakamine-san's closet. He's been forced to re-clothe his new boss whenever she takesoff her panties and rewinds time, and she hasn’t exactly been kind to our hapless heroalong the way. But all that starts to change when an old friend of his comes along...Could the great Takamine-san be getting jealous?
£10.44
Little, Brown & Company Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included,
Book SynopsisTarou Tokumitsu is a high schooler living all alone, when he encounters a pure and kindgirl named Towa on his balcony. But who is she, really ...? Matoba, author of As MissBeelzebub Likes, brings you the latest cute and innocent romantic comedy!
£10.44
Little, Brown & Company Honey Trap Shared House, Vol. 2
Book SynopsisFrom clumsy-yet-cold Seraphy, to freewheeling and voluptuous Maria, to immature and mischievous Emily, can first-class secret agent Hayato Kiriyama endure the amorous advances of the three alluring rival spies he’s rooming with?
£10.44
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC Black Night Parade Vol. 1
Book SynopsisHino Miharu will be spending this Christmas just like the last: alone and working a dead-end job. All he wants is good employment, but when he meets a Santa Claus dressed in clothes as black as coal, he has no idea he's encountered the real deal... sort of. The Santa Claus dressed in red makes Christmas happen for good children everywhere, but his darker counterpart handles the holiday for the bad kids. As a name on the naughty list, Miharu is dashed away to work for the shadowy Santa. The pay and benefits are great, and his co-worker is cute - but will this end up being the dream job he's wished for, or a nightmare of a Christmas?!
£11.69
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC Black Night Parade Vol. 2
Book SynopsisHino Miharu, unable to get into a decent university or land a full-time job, lived a down-on-his-luck life working at a convenience store where both his coworkers and customers treated him like a doormat. That is, until Knecht, a mysterious faceless man dressed in a jet-black Santa suit, whisked him away to the North Pole for a job at his company, the Santa Claus House! With a hefty salary, incredible benefits, and a dorm filled with wonderful coworkers, Miharu works diligently, despite his bizarre manager and the strange nature of his duties. He soon finds out that luck may not be completely on his side when his least favorite person in the world suddenly appears, missing tooth and all. Watch Miharu learn and grow in volume two of Black Night Parade!
£11.69
Kodansha America, Inc Saint Young Men Omnibus 4 (Vol. 7-8)
Book SynopsisThe divine live among us...in a flat in western Tokyo! After centuries of hard work, Jesus and Buddha take a break from their heavenly duties to relax among the people of Japan, and their adventures in this lighthearted buddy comedy are sure to bring mirth and merriment to all! Buddha the Enlightened One and Jesus, Son of God have successfully brought the 20th century to a close, and after a few millennia of guiding humanity to salvation, these two sacred ones are in need of some rest and relaxation. They decide to share an apartment on Earth in Tokyo, but living among mortals in the 21st century is no cakewalk for the saintly duo... They may find it difficult to navigate modern Japanese living, but Jesus' carefree attitude along with Buddha's domestic qualities and maybe a few divine interventions will surely allow them to enjoy their new lives with peace and love.
£19.19
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC The Masterful Cat Is Depressed Again Today Vol. 6
Book SynopsisSUPER CAT TO THE RESCUE!Nishina is a part-timer at the supermarket near Saku and Yukichi and has run into them a few times. One day, she faints from overwork and lack of sleep. When Saku takes her to home to rest, it turns out that Nishina’s home is a total mess–almost as bad as Saku’s place before she took in Yukichi! Saku can’t bear to leave Nishina in these conditions, which means it’s time to call in the one and only masterful cat, Yukichi!!
£11.69
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC You Like Me, Not My Daughter?! (Manga) Vol. 2
Book SynopsisThirty-something-year-old Ayako never expected her college-student neighbour, Takumi, to confess that he’s in love with her. But now that he has and her attempts to dissuade him have failed, Ayako feels more torn than ever. That is, until her daughter Miu shares some shocking news - Takumi’s already moved on to someone new! But if this is the development Ayako’s been waiting for, then why does she feel so upset? And why is she spying on him while he’s on a date with his new flame?!
£11.69
Kodansha America, Inc Rent-A-Girlfriend 20
Book SynopsisIn today's Japan, "rental" services can deliver an afternoon with a "friend," a "parent," even a fake girlfriend! After a staggering betrayal by his girlfriend, hapless freshman Kazuya gets just desperate enough to give it a try. But he quickly discovers how complicated it can be to "rent" an emotional connection, and his new "girlfriend," who's trying to keep her side hustle secret, will panic when she finds out her real life and Kazuya's are intertwined in surprising ways! Family, school, and life all start to go wrong, too!
£11.69
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC Polar Bear Café: Collector's Edition Vol. 2
Book SynopsisRin Rin, who runs a flower shop near the zoo, is obsessed with Panda-kun, and tries various ways of getting closer to him. And we learn more about the friendship of Polar Bear-san and Grizzly-san when they were little cubs. Get ready for volume 2 of this serene slice-of-life manga filled with fluff and food and humans and animals co-existing.
£14.39
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC Slow Life In Another World (I Wish!) (Manga) Vol.
Book SynopsisItsuki finally spent his first night with Wendy. But he's barely basked in afterglow when the feudal lord of the city, Origoll, shows up to berate him for all the trouble he’s caused in town. When Origoll suddenly falls gravely ill, however, Itsuki is determined to help her and puts his alchemy skills to the test to prepare a remedy. Yet nothing seems to work! Finally, he recalls the elusive miracle drug he’d managed to concoct by accident. Will he be able to re-create this life-saving cure in time?
£10.79
Kodansha America, Inc Go! Go! Loser Ranger! 3
Book SynopsisThirteen years ago, an evil army of mysterious alien monsters invaded the Earth, but the great protectors of mankind-the Divine Dragon Rangers-rose up to stop them! To this day, the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance as the fierce struggle continues to unfold! Or does it? In truth, the evil aliens were subjugated within the first year, and they've now become nothing more than clowns forced to act out their continuous defeat every week for the entertainment of the masses. But one of the aliens has had enough. Something has to change! He'll rebel against the strongest might of the Dragon Rangers and destroy them all from the inside!
£9.89
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC Crossplay Love: Otaku x Punk Vol. 5
Book SynopsisNEVER AT ONCE QUITE SO CLOSE AND YET SO FAROtaku Yuuma and punk Shuumei still have no idea just how close they are to their crushes! Neither has any clue that the girl they like is actually their least favorite person in disguise. So while “Mei” and “Hana” are slowly bridging the gap between them and getting closer to the objects of their affections, other events churn in the background. Just when everything seems to be going well, Mei’s spirit is put to the ultimate test!
£11.69
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Komi Can't Communicate, Vol. 25
Book SynopsisThe journey to 100 friends begins with a single conversation.Socially anxious high school student Shoko Komi’s greatest dream is to make some friends, but everyone at school mistakes her crippling social anxiety for cool reserve. Luckily she meets Tadano, a timid wallflower who decides to step out of his comfort zone in order to help her achieve her goal of making 100 friends.Komi is in her final year of high school, and that means she’s running out of time to achieve her goal of making 100 friends! She starts off strong on the first day of classes, but a cynical new classmate’s bitter outlook soon sparks a school-wide battle royale. Can Komi make a new ally in the trenches, or will pessimism win the day?
£7.59
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC Yokai Cats Vol. 5
Book SynopsisMeet even more yokai cats! One is a shadow with no physical form, but it loves to be petted anyway. Another has a stretchy torso that gets longer and longer, while another is tiny enough to fit in the palm of a hand. See what life is like for the owners of these unique, mysterious cats.
£999.99
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC There's No Freaking Way I'll be Your Lover!
Book SynopsisThings between Renako and Mai have just taken a turn for the complicated. After hurting Renako’s feelings, self-flagellating Mai has abandoned all hope of becoming her lover, leaving Renako on a mission to save her from herself. Just what will become of their relationship?! Then, as the pair’s showdown reaches its conclusion, the raven-haired beauty Koto Satsuki throws Renako for a total loop with an unexpected confession of her own!
£11.69
Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC Ayakashi Triangle Vol. 6
Book SynopsisMatsuri Kazamaki’s job as an exorcist ninja means that his livelihood depends on driving away the ayakashi spirits who endanger humans. He’s been protecting his childhood friend, Suzu Kanade, from the shadows for years, as she effortlessly attracts ayakashi. What will happen when Suzu encounters a creature who looks like a simple cat, but who is really Shirogane, the king of ayakashi? This supernatural romcom with a gender-bender twist from blockbuster artist Kentaro Yabuki is currently being serialised digitally in English through Viz’s Shonen Jump program and Shueisha’s Manga Plus service. Seven Seas will release Ayakashi Triangle in print and on digital platforms in uncut single volume editions as part of Seven Seas’ Ghost Ship imprint.
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Im So Happy Youre Here
Book SynopsisFrom internationally bestselling author Liz Climo comes I'm So Happy You're Here, a book to remind us to love ourselves.We all need a reminder that we''re loved and we matter, and international bestselling author Liz Climo delivers that dose of warmth and love in her new bookSometimes we just need a little pep talk to remind us that we're doing our best. With help from her charming animal drawings, Liz Climo encourages us to embrace the joyful moments, get back up after falling down, and always love ourselves.A little book to let someone know how important they are to you or a thoughtful gift you can give to yourself,I'm So Happy You're Herehighlights how truly amazing we are. Like a good friend, it will lift you out of low moments and keep you company until they've passed, making you laugh and cry while reminding you that you're loved, you matter, and we're all really happy you're here.
£10.44
Denpa Books Juicy Tits
Book SynopsisA collection of eight rom-com shorts from one of eromanga's more famous talents. With a focus on buxom ladies, judo athletes and bunny girls Kon-Kit's latest is oozing quality!
£17.09
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fly Me to the Moon, Vol. 8
Book SynopsisFirst comes marriage, then comes an earthbound love that is out of this world!From the day his parents named him, Nasa Yuzaki has felt connected to outer space…whether he likes it or not. His efforts to outperform the space program veer off course when an accident introduces him to Tsukasa, a mysterious girl with strange powers. Is she an alien, a moon goddess, or something else? Since she insists on marrying him, Nasa will have plenty of chances to find out!Nasa and Tsukasa are on an overnight trip to a hot springs resort! There’s so much for them to do, from touring traditional sites to sampling the local delicacies to—nah, let’s face it, Nasa is most excited (and terrified) by that private bath in their room. Time for an inopportune appearance by Tokiko, Tsukasa’s mysterious and heretofore unseen guardian. Can things still get hot and steamy between our favorite lovebirds? And whether or not they do, will the artist find an excuse to put some supporting characters in swimsuits? Do you even need to ask?
£7.59
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fly Me to the Moon, Vol. 17
Book SynopsisFirst comes marriage, then comes an earthbound love that is out of this world!From the day his parents named him, Nasa Yuzaki has felt connected to outer space…whether he likes it or not. His efforts to outperform the space program veer off course when an accident introduces him to Tsukasa, a mysterious girl with strange powers. Is she an alien, a moon goddess, or something else? Since she insists on marrying him, Nasa will have plenty of chances to find out!Nasa and Tsukasa may have reconciled, but things aren’t back to normal just yet. When she returns home, Tsukasa has to set her affairs back in order and make things right with the people who care about her. As she honors Tokiko’s final wishes, she recalls how they made plans to reach the moon together and came tantalizingly close. Speaking of tantalizingly close, Tsukasa and Nasa find that after their time apart, it’s harder than ever to sleep in side-by-side futons—and actually sleep!
£7.59
Octopus Publishing Group Disaster Dates and Lucky Escapes: Finding the one
Book Synopsis Waterstones Best Humour Books of 2023Meet serial dater Olive. She's just a regular gal looking for love, but navigating the wild world of modern dating is getting her no closer to finding the one - why are there so many weirdos out there?!Follow Olive on her quest for companionship, as she goes on dates that go from bad to worse to even more disastrous, including a man who disappears after going to the toilet in a restaurant and is later spotted on shift waiting tables; a woman who vomits all over her on the beach; and a professional triangle player who gets into a fist fight and jumps out of not one but two moving cabs.Will Olive ever find the one? And will they be everything she's looking for?Following up on the popularity of her viral dating comics series on Instagram, Disaster Dates and Lucky Escapes is crammed full of outrageous dating comics illustrated in artist Tess Smith-Roberts's colourful and fun signature style so loved by her 193k Instagram followers. The sometimes gross, often relatable but always laugh-out-loud hilarious stories are weaved into a narrative, with some dates submitted by Tess's Instagram followers, some inspired by previous submissions and, of course, some fan favourites from her popular dating comics series on Instagram.
£11.69
Little, Brown & Company Please Put Them On, Takamine-san, Vol. 3
Book SynopsisTakamine-san, a girl who can travel through time by removing her underwear, is always in need of new bras and panties, and that's where Shirota-kun-her “closet”-comes in. As the two spend more time with each other, they begin to grow closer, spending a night alone together, taking a bath together, and even video calls in the nude...! But when another beauty enters the scene, will Shirota’s gaze shift her way...?
£10.44
Kodansha America, Inc Lovesick Ellie 8
Book Synopsis"The outrageous shojo comedy finally comes to print! A boy and a girl come to share each other's secrets: She remixes her real life and fantasies into a pervy Twitter feed, and he's selfish and manipulative on the inside. The relationship (?) that results is explosive and hilarious, perfect for fans of Kiss Him, Not Me!, Horimiya, and Wotakoi! #PervyGirl Meets Two-Faced Boy At her high school, she's Eriko Ichimura, the girl so boring no one remembers she exists. But online, she's ""Lovesick Ellie,"" a brash and lusty alternate persona with quite a viral following! Ellie's favorite pastime? Spying on her handsome and perfect classmate Ohmi and spinning wild fantasies in the form of very thirsty tweets. But one day, quite by accident, Eriko learns that Ohmi isn't as perfect as she thought...and he discovers her secret to boot! What's ahead for this two-faced boy and pervy girl?"
£10.44
Little, Brown & Company Please Put Them On, Takamine-san, Vol. 5
Book SynopsisTakamine, a girl who goes back in time by removing her panties. Shirota, her walking closet. She commands, and he obeys. But when Shirota is suddenly thrust into the leading role at the school festival’s play, he actually starts to look kind of…cool? Now that Takamine-san has seen Shirota in a new light, how will that affect their masterand-servant relationship?
£10.44
Kodansha America, Inc Go! Go! Loser Ranger! 5
Book SynopsisThirteen years ago, an evil army of mysterious alien monsters invaded the Earth, but the great protectors of mankind-the Divine Dragon Rangers-rose up to stop them! To this day, the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance as the fierce struggle continues to unfold! In truth, the evil aliens were subjugated within the first year, and they've now become nothing more than clowns forced to act out their continuous defeat every week for the entertainment of the masses. But one of the aliens has had enough. Something has to change! He'll rebel against the strongest might of the Dragon Rangers and destroy them all from the inside!
£10.44
Kodansha America, Inc Rent-A-Girlfriend 17
Book SynopsisIn today's Japan, "rental" services can deliver an afternoon with a "friend," a "parent," even a fake girlfriend! After a staggering betrayal by his girlfriend, hapless freshman Kazuya gets just desperate enough to give it a try. But he quickly discovers how complicated it can be to "rent" an emotional connection, and his new "girlfriend," who's trying to keep her side hustle secret, will panic when she finds out her real life and Kazuya's are intertwined in surprising ways! Family, school, and life all start to go wrong, too... It's sweet but naïve boy meets cute but ruthless girl in this 21st-century manga rom-com!
£11.69
Andrews McMeel Publishing The Witch's Throne
Book SynopsisThe Witch's Throne, based on the hit Tapas webcomic, is a riotous action-packed graphic novel epic that blends fantasy, comedy, manga, and a love of RPG adventure stories. Elves! Ogres! Dragons!When optimistic young alchemist Agni embarks on a quest to become one of the sacred heroes sent to slay the Witch, she expects to save the world...and maybe make some friends along the way. But she soon realizes nothing is as straightforward as in her childhood stories, and becoming a hero may come at a horrible cost.A vibrant and funny spin on classic shonen anime with the vibrancy of Steven Universe and the grand imagination of Dungeons and Dragons. Includes episodes 1 - 30 of the webcomic.Trade ReviewA quest to stop a prophesied evil, full of fantasy archetypes and special attacks and based on a popular webcomic.Agni is a human alchemist with skeleton arms who dreams of making friends and taking down a powerful witch. Danger in the form of bandits almost immediately finds her, but her potions are explosively powerful. Before long, she befriends Grom, an elf/giant blacksmith with an eye patch and prosthetic legs who can summon an array of bladed weapons. Together they beseech Reksha, an orc/dwarf combat expert, to train them for the upcoming witch hunt tournament that determines the heroes who will fight the witch. Agni grew up sheltered and possesses a painfully altruistic worldview that endears her to others. Sepia-toned flashbacks reveal the characters’ backstories and motivations, gradually fleshing out their personalities. Video game and shonen manga influences are explicit as characters shout the names of their over-the-top special attacks, resulting in shock waves and damage. Fighting game parries also figure into the action. The world operates according to tabletop and video game logic laid down by a wizard, which is all the explanation needed when the characters are this fun and compelling. The narrative’s shifting perspective keeps track of an expansive roster of friends and foes. The diverse cast includes a range of skin tones and colors, including human and fantasy races.Put down that controller, manga, and 20-sided die and get lost in this tale inspired by them all. (Graphic fantasy. 13-17) (Kirkus Reviews, Kirkus Reviews)A young alchemist dreams of joining a team of heroes to combat an ancient evil in this action-packed graphic novel by Caballes, based on a webcomic. When human Agni Arvelle was young, her mother would tell her tales of legendary heroes destined to save the world from the evil witch planning to “eradicate all life.” After discovering that the legend is real, Agni is determined to join the heroes in their quest to stop the witch. But when Agni, now a learned alchemist, sets out to test her skills in the yearly witch hunt, she realizes that the harsh reality outside her home, where she faces ambushes and potential dismemberment at every turn, may be more than she can handle alone. She befriends half-giant and half-elf blacksmith Grom, and together, the duo train for the hunt’s culmination—a tournament that determines who will face the witch. Caballes smartly renders the sometimes overwhelming mechanics of classic TTRPGs into Agni’s world in an easily digestible manner, making status effects and barbarian rages feel as naturally entrenched in the setting as the mystical creatures who inhabit it. Richly detailed lore and vibrant color palettes handily elevate this high-stakes fantasy adventure. Ages 13–17. (Oct.) (Publishers Weekly, Publishers Weekly)
£10.44
Kodansha America, Inc Sweat and Soap 8
Book SynopsisAsako's living her dream, working at the toiletry maker Lilia Drop. Little do her coworkers know, the reason she loves the company so much is that she's ashamed of her body odor, and their soap is the only thing that does the trick. So when the company's lead product developer, a perfuming genius, approaches her in the lobby and wonders what "that smell" is, she's terrified... but could it be... that he likes it? And, even more surprising to Asako... does she like him?
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Lunch Buddies Battle in the Backyard
Book SynopsisLunch time is about to get stupendously silly in New York Times bestselling creator Daniel Wiseman’s graphic novel debut, a delicious new series for fans of Pizza and Taco!Marco makes the BEST sandwiches in the entire world!Trade Review“A wonderfully wacky series of unpredictable events.” — Kirkus Reviews
£7.59
Vintage Publishing Gentleman Jim
Book SynopsisFirst published in 1980, two years after The Snowman, Gentleman Jim has been unavailable for many years. We are delighted to bring it back into print as the first book in an occasional series, Cape Graphic Classics.Gentleman Jim is the story of Jim Bloggs, a lavatory attendant who, dissatisfied with his station in life, devotes his time to envisioning a world beyond it. His walls are lined with books like Out in the Silver West, the Boys'' Book of Pirates and Executive Opportunities, which provide fodder for his ruminations on career change. Encouraged by his wife, Hilda, also eager to incorporate more adventure into her life, Jim sets out to bring these dreams to fruition by accumulating various accoutrements, only to discover that the life of an executive, an artist or a cowboy is more complicated and costly than it appears.
£10.44
Vintage Publishing Driving Short Distances
Book SynopsisJoff Winterhart is an artist, writer, occasional film-maker, 'drummer', and dog fan. His graphic novel Days of the Bagnold Summer was shortlisted for the Costa Novel Award in 2012 and adapted into a film. His second graphic novel Driving Short Distances came out in 2017. He also made the animated films Two Guys I know and Violet and Turquoise, which won the Cymru BAFTA for best animation in 2003. He lives in Bristol, where he plays drums and writes songs in the long-running band Bucky, and thinks about getting a new dog.Trade ReviewIn Driving Short Distances Joff Winterhart has created an unforgettable central player, Keith Nutt, who deserves to join Keith Talent in the short but potent list of great British literary Keiths. He is an unforgettable character, beautifully drawn and exquisitely written, and he confirms Winterhart as one of the most talented graphic novelists in the UK. -- Zadie SmithMasterpiece is an overused word in reviews and ordinarily I avoid it with much the same determination as Keith tries to avoid getting crumbs on his work trousers. In this case, however, it is the only one that will do. Winterhart has delivered a perfect book -- Rachel Cooke * Observer *Joff Winterhart’s follow-up to his sweet, loving, Costa Award-nominated debut Days Of The Bagnold Summer is another slice of pitch-perfect comic social realism. Imagine if Alan Bennett was a cartoonist and you’re halfway there… The whole thing is a lovely example of the Odd Couple format that slowly, carefully reveals its secrets. In short, it’s a Play for Today drama told in comic book form. -- Teddy Jamieson * Herald Scotland *With mournful ink-and-paint drawings and a talent for wordless suggestion, Joff Winterhart’s comics create a sad and very British kind of underdog comedy… At heart, this perfectly observed comic is a story about recovery. It’s also one of the best books of any kind that I’ve read all year. -- Tim Martin * Daily Telegraph *This graphic novel poignantly examines quarter-life crisis and surrogate father-son relationships… Joff Winterhart’s illustrations are marked by their grounded realism, and he explores the anxieties of being a young adult and the repetitions of small-town life. The book captures not only the central characters’ relationship, but also the familiar feelings of regret and boredom. * New Statesman *
£13.49
Pan Macmillan Twelve Percent Dread
Book SynopsisA hilarious new graphic novel from the author of Bloodlust and BonnetsKatie and Nas are best friends, exes, and co-dependents. They share everything, including a tiny room in a North London townhouse belonging to their landlord, Jeremy, former host of the hit 90s show Football Lads.While Katie bounces from job to job and obsesses about falling behind in life, Nas has bigger things in mind, such as waiting endlessly for their visa to come through and working on a seismic art project that will revolutionize politics and society as we know it.Their friend Emma, meanwhile, seems to have it all figured out – job, mortgage, engagement – yet the long hours working for tech giant Arko and endless wedding admin have left her similarly anxious and unsatisfied.But when Katie’s latest job finds her tutoring the daughter of Arko’s formidable CEO, and Emma welcomes the eccentric and enigmatic Alicia to her team at Arko, neither are aware that all of their lives – and possibly the future of society itself – are about to change forever . . .The new graphic novel from Emily McGovern, creator of the much loved webcomic My Life As A Background Slytherin, Twelve Percent Dread is an uproarious tale of female friendship in an anxious and tech-obsessed world.
£17.00
Ebury Publishing Weird to Exist: Simple Comics about Complex
Book SynopsisA vibrantly coloured yet darkly humorous comic collection about the absurdity and beauty of being alive.We've all felt the pain that comes from realising a beautiful moment will soon become a distant memory. We're all guilty of avoiding deadlines by researching obscure facts about dirt or bingeing scary conspiracy videos. Inspired by these universal experiences and existential musings, Alison Zai walks the line between laughing so hard that you burst into tears and crying so hard that you break into laughter.Weird Exist is divided into three intrinsic human acts - to exist, to love, to create - and ultimately touches on how weird it is to do all of that. Also included is Zai's popular long-form comic, Bee Real, which follows one little irritable bee's enlightening mission to extinguish the sun. With sharp levity and emotional complexity, this colourful collection finds the fun in life's hard truths.Trade ReviewWeird and wonderful ... Idiosyncratic characters and scripts come to life with eccentric pearls of wisdom and Lewis Caroll-like nonsense, often depicted in a palette of bright cartoon colours ... Many have flocked to Alison's impressive series of works as endless sources of comfort, laughter, or inspiration - whether that be in her distinct visual style or uncanny storytelling capabilities. What makes Alison so distinct is how the whimsical and otherworldly dimensions of her drawings often transmute into something more relatable by way of a quirky aphorism ... Short yet impactful comics * It's Nice That *Simultaneously hilarious and insightful, Alison Zai's comics will definitely make you laugh and perhaps send you into an existential crisis - all with irresistible, colourful artwork * SARAH ANDERSEN, New York Times-bestselling author of 'Sarah's Scribbles' *Alison Zai's work is full of delicious ironies, juicy colours, and incisive observations about the weirdness of aliveness * WORRY LINES, author of 'This Book Is For You' *
£11.69
Image Comics The Ludocrats
Book SynopsisThe Ludocrats! The aristocrats of ludicrous! Defending reality from the encroaching forces of boredom while having a nice time. KIERON GILLEN (DIE, THE WICKED + THE DIVINE) and JIM ROSSIGNOL (Sir, You Are Being Hunted) write! JEFF STOKELY (The Spire) draws!TAMRA BONVILLAIN (Once & Future) colors! CLAYTON COWLES (Every excellent comic) letters! The universe screams in pleasure, writhing, finally satisfied, complete, joyous!COLLECTS ISSUES #1-5 OF THE LUDOCRATS
£13.49
Kodansha America, Inc Knight Of The Ice 1
Book SynopsisA rom-com manga on ice, perfect for fans of Princess Jellyfish and Wotakoi. Kokoro is the talk of the figure-skating world, winning trophies and hearts. But little do they know... he's actually a huge nerd! From the beloved creator of You're My Pet (Tramps Like Us). Chitose is a serious young woman, working for the health magazine SASSO. Or at least, she would be, if she wasn't constantly getting distracted by her childhood friend, international figure skating star Kokoro Kijinami! In the public eye and on the ice, Kokoro is a gallant, flawless knight, but behind his glittery costumes and breathtaking spins lies a secret: he's actually a hopeless romantic otaku, who can only land his quad jumps when Chitose is on hand to recite a spell from his favourite magical girl anime!Trade Review"Ogawa’s art is distinctive and energetic, capturing Kokoro’s graceful poses along with plenty of emotional outbursts and quieter moments of romantic confusion... extremely engaging. I’m on board for this whole series!" -Manga Bookshelf
£11.69
Oni Press,US Rick and Morty: Deluxe Double Feature Vol. 1
Book SynopsisThe hit comic book series based on Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland’s hilarious [adult swim]™ animated show Rick and Morty™ continues in all-new stories not seen on TV! In Deluxe Double feature, our heroes seek the manager of Hell (yes, that Hell) and find themselves sucked into the fairy-tale world of Avalonia: Sad Stories for Bad Children. Fire and brimstone! Fairy tales and witches! Wubba lubba dub-dub, y'all. Collects the two miniseries Rick and Morty Go to Hell and Ever After.
£43.19
Kodansha America, Inc Lovesick Ellie 5
Book SynopsisAt high school, she's Eriko Ichimura, the girl so boring no one remembers she exists. But online, she's "Lovesick Ellie," a brash and lusty alternate persona with quite a viral following! Ellie's favorite pastime? Spying on her handsome and perfect classmate Ohmi and spinning wild fantasies in the form of very thirsty tweets. But one day, quite by accident, Eriko learns that Ohmi isn't as perfect as she thought... and he discovers her secret to boot! What's ahead for this two-faced boy and pervy girl? NOTE: Volume 6 will be offered in a future issue of PREVIEWS.
£9.89
Kodansha America, Inc Lovesick Ellie 10
Book SynopsisAt her high school, she's Eriko Ichimura, the girl so boring no one remembers she exists. But online, she's "Lovesick Ellie," a brash and lusty alternate persona with quite a viral following! Ellie's favorite pastime? Spying on her handsome and perfect classmate Ohmi and spinning wild fantasies in the form of very thirsty tweets. But one day, quite by accident, Eriko learns that Ohmi isn't as perfect as she thought... and he discovers her secret to boot! What's ahead for this two-faced boy and pervy girl?
£10.44
Kodansha America, Inc A Galaxy Next Door 1
Book SynopsisSince his father died, manga artist Ichiro has barely scraped by, forced to support his two younger siblings on just a middle school education. He doesn't even have time to learn how to use a computer, which forces him to keep wrestling with pen and paper. When his art assistants quit to strike out on their own, on top of juggling deadlines, family, and the constant fear of losing his job, Ichiro feels close to a total breakdown. But then a new assistant pops into Ichiro's life, and his prospects immediately start to brighten! She's an incredible artist, she always finishes on time, and she's beautiful, to boot! But she also seems to know an awful lot about him, and soon, she makes a confession that bends Ichiro's mind beyond the confines of Earth.Trade Review"...a heaping spoonful of sugar for days when the medicine just won't go down." - Anime News Network
£11.69
Kodansha America, Inc Rent-A-Girlfriend 21
Book SynopsisIn today's Japan, "rental" services can deliver an afternoon with a "friend," a "parent," even a fake girlfriend! After a staggering betrayal by his girlfriend, hapless freshman Kazuya gets just desperate enough to give it a try. But he quickly discovers how complicated it can be to "rent" an emotional connection, and his new "girlfriend," who's trying to keep her side hustle secret, will panic when she finds out her real life and Kazuya's are intertwined in surprising ways! Family, school, and life all start to go wrong, too... It's sweet but naïve boy meets cute but ruthless girl in this 21st-century manga rom-com!
£11.69
Kodansha America, Inc Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie 12
Book SynopsisShikimori and Izumi are high school sweethearts. They hold hands walking home from school, they flirt in the halls, they tease each other. But Shikimori knows what she wants, and how to get it, and she can turn from cutie to cool in an instant.
£11.69
