Manga: Romance

Book SynopsisMidori is a high-schooler with a part-time job at a café-bar. Unfortunately, her job's against the rules at her school, and when the principal finds out, he makes her a deal: Convince three boys who've stopped coming to school to return, and her transgression will be overlooked. Now, she needs to find a way into the lives of these not-so-sweet boys... one of whom just happens to be her crush!

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Book SynopsisWith all three members of the Service Club helping out, the joint-school Christmas event should go smoothly. But thanks to Tamanawa's nonsense meetings, nothing ever moves forward. Hiratsuka-sensei has a suggestion, and it's...a trip to Destiny Land for Hachiman, Yui, Yukino, and Iroha?! And why's Hayama coming along...?

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Book SynopsisSariphi has carried out her first official job as Acting Queen-giving a royal blessing to the newborn prince of the nation of Sarbur. That night, Leonhart summons her, and when they are alone, he tells Sariphi of his violent past, which only deepens their bond. But just as Sariphi is sure that nothing could ever come between them, she is tasked with an unthinkable duty...

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Book SynopsisSatou's quest to defeat the Abyss King takes him to the land of the elves. There, he finds himself locked in a room with his five brides, and there's only one way out...!

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Book SynopsisLocked in the elves' library, Satou has had his fill of marital activities with his fivebrides, and things get even more complicated when abyss monsters show up to crashthe party! But they're only the first of many obstacles that await Satou and Hime,whose bond will be put to the test!

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Book SynopsisTrue love is not passed down from mother to child.The boy chases after the angel. The girl hides the angel. The two never cross paths.To him, the other is a demon-far too scary. To her, the other is a monster-far tookind. Why look away? Is it friendship? Lust? Love?

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Book SynopsisLee Soyeon, Myeong-ok, and Yeonjeong are all mothers in their mid-fifties. And they ve had it. They can no longer bear the dead weight of their partners or the endless grind of menial jobs where their bosses control everything, down to how much water they can drink. Although Lee Soyeon divorced her husband years ago after his gambling drove their family into bankruptcy, she finds herself in another tired and dishonest decade-long relationship with Jongseok, a slimy waiter at a nightclub. Meanwhile, Myeong-ok is having an illicit affair with a younger man, and Yeonjeong, whose husband suffers from erectile dysfunction, has her eye on an acquaintance from the gym. Bored with conventional romantic dalliances, these women embrace outrageous sexual adventures and mishaps, ending up in nightclubs, motels, and even the occasional back-alley brawl. With this boisterous and darkly funny manhwa, Yeong-shin Ma defies the norms of the traditional Korean family narrative, offering instead the refreshingly honest and unfiltered story of a group of middle-aged moms who yearn for something more than what the mediocre men in their lives can provide. Despite their less-than-desirable jobs, salaries, husbands, and boyfriends, these women brazenly bulldoze their way through life with the sexual vulnerability and lust typically attributed to twenty-somethings.

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Book SynopsisHachiman''s summer break iscoming to a close, when Yui suddenly comes to visit his house. Not only that,but Totsuka has an invitation for him, as well as a request from a classmate--heeven runs into Yukino''s sister at the fireworks festival! Hachiman is determinednot to get close to anyone or have any expectations, but even this stubbornloner can''t ignore the changes occurring in his relationships with Yukino andYui...

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Psychedelic full-color pages burst with intricate detail and dynamic panel configurations. Franklin expertly captures the spirit of campy paranormal mysteries in this queer supernatural graphic novel interpretation of Latinx folklore." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Franklin’s energetic, full-color artwork pulses with emotion and movement. A queer graphic horror with an upbeat vibe." — Kirkus Reviews "This campy and spine-tingling graphic novel is an excellent choice for teenagers seeking an a rom-com horror read." — Booklist "Stranger Things and The X-Files inform this creepy yet charming graphic novel set in a gorgeous desert landscape." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books "Deliciously creepy grip from page one. Come for the town-with-a-secret story and stay for the tenderhearted queer romance." — Emily M. Danforth, author of The Miseducation of Cameron Post and Plain Bad Heroines "An immediately engrossing and spooky mystery featuring deeply charming protagonists, tense family drama and the paranormal. Once I started reading, I couldn't put it down until it was done with me." — Jenn Woodall, creator of Space Trash

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Book SynopsisMusic and longing collide in this ballad of unrequited love!Nino Arisugawa, a girl who loves to sing, experiences her first heart-wrenching goodbye when her beloved childhood friend, Momo, moves away. And after Nino befriends Yuzu, a music composer, she experiences another sad parting! Luckily, Nino reunites with Momo and Yuzu in high school, but things haven’t played out the way anyone expected…When In No Hurry’s Rock Horizon performance ends in a whirl of frantic passion, does Nino’s voice reach Momo? And with the school festival coming up, the Pop Music Club prepares for its first performance in a long time…with things between Haruyoshi and Miou suddenly heating up!

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Book SynopsisNewspapers call her a killer, her allies are dead or beaten to a pulp, and her enemies are closing in on her. Oh, and she still has a major “inner demons” problem to face. So let's agree that Leslie's not in a good spot right now and just leave it there, all right? Things get pretty serious. We learn more about the world of UNNATURAL and the secret origins of the Glance. Will Leslie be strong enough to survive all this, or is this really the end of the line for her?The hit comic, a fantasy, erotica, romantic suspense acclaimed series by MIRKA ANDOLFO (Wonder Woman, Harley Quinn, DC Comics Bombshells) is now at the final chapter. The terrible world of UNNATURAL still hides a few surprises, between breathtaking twists and exciting developments.Collects UNNATURAL #9-12

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Book SynopsisA workaholic scientist who wanted to save the world and a woman who fears nothing except discovering her own destiny find themselves mixed up in a chaotic on-the-road adventure through Europe together.Will they manage to find a middle ground between their opposite way of life, at least long enough to be able to complete their mission?And what if it leads them to an unexpected romance? A chaotic LGBTQ road trip! Collects A THING CALLED TRUTH #1-5 Trade Review“Pulls you in with this combination of excitement and endearment and keeps you entertained through its humor and raunchiness.” -Black Nerd Problems“​​Both lighthearted and highly dramatic. This story twists and turns (both figuratively and literally).” -Multiversity Comics“I am literally dying to see what happens next.” -Fangirl Nation“A fun, character-driven story that is sure to entertain and intrigue readers.” -Comic Book Resources

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Book SynopsisFrom superstar creators Tom King and Elsa Charretier comes he first volume of a thrilling epic in the tradition of SANDMAN and SAGA. Joan Peterson discovers that she is trapped in an endless, terrifying cycle of “romance”--a problem to be solved, a man to marry—and every time she falls in love she’s torn from her world and thrust into another tear-soaked tale. Her bloody journey to freedom and revelation starts in this breathtaking, groundbreaking collected edition. Collects LOVE EVERLASTING #1-5 Trade Review"Strong writing, impeccable art, and a style of storytelling that is wholly original." —AIPT"King (Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow) and Charretier’s (Department of Truth, Vol. 3) gripping mystery subverts the romance-comic genre but still delivers genuine romantic melodrama. An uncommonly compelling first volume." —Library Journal (starred review)"Feels like an homage and a slight twist to the romance comic genre...it all feels updated and fits modern comics." —Graphic Policy"Love Everlasting keeps the mystery of a good romance story alive even if some characters have to die in the process. You might think you know where the story is going, but love is as unpredictable as it is everlasting." —Fábio Moon"Love Everlasting is a perfectly crafted mystery from the brilliant mind of Tom King, like an everlasting episode of The Twilight Zone where Elsa Charretier shows us all she can draw EVERYTHING and she does it with apparent ease. Just a wonderful book by two of the best creators in comics!" —Francesco Francavilla“Elsa and Tom are two of the very most talented creators giving their energy to sequential art, seeing them reinvent the romance genre is bold, inspiring, and a total must read.” —Rick Remender, Deadly Class, The Scumbag

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Book SynopsisIt all begins with a generation of artists who view their life’s work as dismal failures and a waste of that life…in service to a medium that refuses to die, grinding its way through generation after generation…until it collides with creatives who can’t even begin to imagine why anyone would ever want to do anything else. This is the history of comic books, alongside the misbegotten midwife whose growth, whose refusal to truly grow, serves as its decades-long and distorted mirror… Fandom. Collects HEY KIDS! COMICS! VOL. 3: THE SCHLOCK OF THE NEW #1-6

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Book SynopsisA special reissue of the acclaimed graphic novel from the Eisner-nominated cartoonist of One Soul! This ground-breaking book looks at the lives and relationships of 24 individuals in a way only the medium of sequential art could. Relationships change, grow, and end, but the one thing that always remains is the people inside who define both ourselves and our liaisons.

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Book SynopsisThe shojo romance that's become a cultural touchstone in Japan! Shusei is the most handsome and popular boy at his high school-and he's turned down almost every girl there, including Aoi's best friend. But when his apartment catches fire, he has to move in with his neighbor: Aoi! What will these unwilling roommates become to each other when forced to share an LDK?

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Book SynopsisA spine-chilling and steamy romance between a Japanese sweets maker and the man who framed her mother for murder - Something's Wrong With Us is the dark, psychological, sexy shojo series readers have been waiting for! Following in her mother's footsteps, Nao became a traditional Japanese sweets maker, and at 21, she's about to take the industry by storm. With unparalleled artistry and a bright attitude, she gets an offer to work at a world-class confectionary company. But when she meets the young, handsome owner, she recognizes his cold stare... It's none other than Tsubaki, her childhood friend and first crush-the same boy who stood over his father's bloodied body 15 years ago, and framed Nao's mother for the murder. As the only witness of that fateful night, Nao is eager to chase down the truth and confirm her suspicions. Since Tsubaki has no clue who she is, she seizes her chance to get close to him, but instead of finding any answers, she begins falling deeper for Tsubaki's allureTrade Review"Everything I'm looking for in a romance manga right now [as well as] a thrilling murder mystery." -But Why Tho? Podcast"Popular mangaka Natsumi Ando (Let’s Dance a Waltz, Kitchen Princess and Arisa) has crafted a compelling mystery story… It’s gripping, but then so too is the romance element. A highly recommended read!" -Anime UK News"Natsumi Ando [is] famous—or infamous—for her shoujo potboilers… If you liked Ando’s shoujo drama, her josei drama should definitely appeal." -Manga Bookshelf"This enemies-to-lovers josei romance is going to be the best kind of hot mess!" -Shae Geeks Out

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Book SynopsisHaving avoided a terrible fate for one of the love interests, time marches on for Pride. But now it is of the essence for one of the secret targets from the game, Prime Minister Gilbert. His actions become increasingly desperate as his beloved fiancée Marianne slowly deteriorates with a terminal illness. Pride knows exactly when Marianne’s death should occur, and how far Gilbert will go to save her. Will she be in time to stop the worst?

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Book SynopsisShuumei has a problem: he’s in love with Hana, a girl who works in a maid café. Unfortunately, he’s too embarrassed to go in and talk to her… until he puts on girl’s clothes and transforms himself into Mei. What Shuumei doesn’t realise is that Hana is actually Hanae, an otaku boy who’s more comfortable with people when he’s dressed as a girl! What’s more, neither of them are aware that they both go to the same school. Appearances can be deceiving in this wacky cross-dressing love comedy!

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Book SynopsisA yaoi romance between a good boy who didn't know he was waiting for a hero, and a bad boy who comes to his rescue! Now a hit streaming anime! "I don't like caramel sauce. I prefer something bitter..." Masahiro Setagawa doesn't believe in heroes, but wishes he could: He's found himself in a gang of small-time street bullies who use him to run errands. But when high school teacher (and scourge of the streets) Kousuke Ohshiba comes to his rescue, he finds he may need to start believing after all...and as their relationship deepens, he realizes a hero might be just what he was looking for this whole time

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Book Synopsis"Love is forbidden. When you turn 16, the government will assign your marriage partner." This dystopian manga about teen love and defiance is a sexy, funny, and dramatic new hit! Yukari is dull. He doesn't even stand out enough to be bullied - he's just a generally lower-middle-class kid. He's in love with Misaki, the most popular girl in school. There's just one problem: He's 15, one year away from receiving his government-assigned marriage partner. He normally wouldn't have the courage to defy the law, but his sickly classmate Ririna still believes in love, and won't stop goading him into confessing his feelings!

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Book SynopsisThe moving, provocative manga about the struggles and triumphs in love of a woman and a man who uses a wheelchair comes to print! Fans of tumultuous manga romance-like A Silent Voice and Your Lie in April -don't miss this! An office party reunites Tsugumi with her high school crush Itsuki. He's realized his dream of becoming an architect, but along the way, he experienced a spinal injury that put him in a wheelchair. Now Tsumugi's rekindled feelings will butt up against prejudices she never considered-and Itsuki will have to decide if he's ready to let someone into his heart...Yet they may soon discover that, without each other, the world feels imperfect.

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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!

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Book SynopsisAn office party reunites Tsugumi with her high school crush Itsuki. He's realized his dream of becoming an architect, but along the way, he experienced a spinal injury that put him in a wheelchair. Now Tsumugi's rekindled feelings will butt up against prejudices she never considered - and Itsuki will have to decide if he's ready to let someone into his heart... Yet they may soon discover that, without each other, the world feels imperfect.

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of the hit manga and anime Kiss Him, Not Me! comes another off-the-wall, geeky shojo comedy! A series of mixups leads to God misplacing the souls of a girl and the handsome idol singer she adores--in each other's bodies! And they can switch back and forth by...kissing?! Azusa lives for only one man: Chika-kun, the cutest and most popular star in the idol group Prince 4 U. She goes to the shows. She watches the interviews. She ropes in her long-suffering best friend and makes him stand in line at dawn to buy the latest exclusive merch. But one concert changes her life, when she accidentally dies trying (and failing) to save his life! It turns out it was all a mix-up, and God agrees to return the two of them to Earth...but fate's mistakes don't end there, as they each wake up in the other's body! To make matters even weirder, they discover they can switch back and forth by kissing! What on Earth does heaven have in store for them?

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of That Wolf-Boy Is Mine! and Love in Focus comes a story of a hard-working high schooler who falls for a bad boy, and discovers that the lives of him and his friends are nothing like what she imagined. Don't miss Yoko Nogiri's newest shojo hit! Midori is a high-schooler with a part-time job at a café-bar. Unfortunately, her job's against the rules at her school, and when the principal finds out, he makes her a deal: Convince three boys who've stopped coming to school to return, and her transgression will be overlooked. Now, she needs to find a way into the lives of these not-so-sweet boys...one of whom just happens to be her crush!

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of the hit manga and anime Kiss Him, Not Me! comes another off-the-wall, geeky shojo comedy! A series of mixups leads to God misplacing the souls of a girl and the handsome idol singer she adores--in each other's bodies! And they can switch back and forth by...kissing?! Azusa lives for only one man: Chika-kun, the cutest and most popular star in the idol group Prince 4 U. She goes to the shows. She watches the interviews. She ropes in her long-suffering best friend and makes him stand in line at dawn to buy the latest exclusive merch. But one concert changes her life, when she accidentally dies trying (and failing) to save his life! It turns out it was all a mix-up, and God agrees to return the two of them to Earth...but fate's mistakes don't end there, as they each wake up in the other's body! To make matters even weirder, they discover they can switch back and forth by kissing! What on Earth does heaven have in store for them?

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Book SynopsisThe hilarious ups and downs of an office romance at a personal care products company are the subject of this sexy, strange romp. Asako'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?

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Book SynopsisBubbly, energetic first-year high school student Himari falls head over heels for her senpai Yori after hearing her band perform on the first day of school. Himari tells Yori she just loves her, and, to Himari's surprise, Yori says she loves Himari back! But when Himari realizes that she and her senpai are feeling two different kinds of love, she begins to ask herself what "love" really means.

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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?

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Book SynopsisFollowing in her mother's footsteps, Nao became a traditional Japanese sweets maker, and at 21, she's about to work at a world-class confectionary company. But when she meets the young, handsome owner, she recognizes his cold stare... It's none other than Tsubaki, her childhood friend and first crush, the same boy who stood over his father's bloodied body 15 years ago, and framed Nao's mother for the murder. As the only witness of that fateful night, Nao is eager to chase down the truth and confirm her suspicions. Since Tsubaki has no clue who she is, she seizes her chance to get close to him, but instead of finding any answers, she begins falling deeper for Tsubaki's allure!

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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!

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Book SynopsisMito, who has no family to rely on, lives on the streets, disguised as a boy. Ruka, an otaku vampire who's only interested in 2-D girls, saves her from a perilous situation and makes her an offer: become his subservient thrall from which he can feed whenever he wants, and she can live with him-in the boys' dorm. Because her very existence depends on her secret not being found out, every day is a new dangersay nothing of that vampire! Meanwhile, Ruka, not knowing Mito's a girl, dotes on her night and day in an attempt to ripen her "disgusting male blood," but when real feelings develop... this dangerous romance between a crossdressing girl and an obsessive vampire begins!

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Book Synopsis"I'll do it! I'll become your thrall!" A crossdressing girl and an otaku vampire find themselves entangled in a dangerous relationship. Don't miss this heart-pounding romance from the award-winning Ema Toyama, perfect for fans of Crimson Spell, Black Bird, and He's My Only Vampire! Mito, who has no family to rely on, lives on the streets, disguised as a boy. Ruka, an otaku vampire who's only interested in 2-D girls, saves her from a perilous situation and makes her an offer: become his subservient thrall from which he can feed whenever he wants, and she can live with him-in the boys' dorm. Because her very existence depends on her secret not being found out, every day is a new danger-to say nothing of that vampire! Meanwhile, Ruka, not knowing Mito's a girl, dotes on her night and day in an attempt to ripen her "disgusting male blood," but when real feelings develop...this dangerous romance between a crossdressing girl and an obsessive vampire begins!

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Book SynopsisYaotome's the cute president of the shogi (Japanese chess) club at her high school, and she's pretty sure that her underclassman Ayumu, the only other member, has a huge crush on her. They get together to play shogi every day after school, but no matter what she does, she can't seem to coax or trick him into confessing his feelings! What she doesn't know is that Ayumu has made a pact with himself to reveal his love after he's beaten Yaotome at shogi for the first time. Yet there's one big issue with this plan-he really sucks!

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Book SynopsisYaotome's the cute president of the shogi (Japanese chess) club at her high school, and she's pretty sure that her underclassman Ayumu, the only other member, has a huge crush on her. They get together to play shogi every day after school, but no matter what she does, she can't seem to coax or trick him into confessing his feelings! What she doesn't know is that Ayumu has made a pact with himself to reveal his love after he's beaten Yaotome at shogi for the first time. Yet there's one big issue with this plan-he really sucks!

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Book Synopsis"I'll do it! I'll become your thrall!"" A crossdressing girl and an otaku vampire find themselves entangled in a dangerous relationship. Don't miss this heart-pounding romance from the award-winning Ema Toyama, perfect for fans of Crimson Spell, Black Bird, and He's My Only Vampire! Mito, who has no family to rely on, lives on the streets, disguised as a boy. Ruka, an otaku vampire who's only interested in 2-D girls, saves her from a perilous situation and makes her an offer: become his subservient thrall from which he can feed whenever he wants, and she can live with him--in the boys' dorm. Because her very existence depends on her secret not being found out, every day is a new danger--to say nothing of that vampire! Meanwhile, Ruka, not knowing Mito's a girl, dotes on her night and day in an attempt to ripen her ""disgusting male blood,"" but when real feelings develop...this dangerous romance between a crossdressing girl and an obsessive vampire begins!

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Book SynopsisHotaru and her boyfriend, Hananoi-kun, prepare for the beginning of their second year of high school, and their feelings for each other grow stronger by the day. Just as Hananoi-kun begins to show signs that he's ready to come out of his shell, Yao-kun, his rival in love, discovers his secret, and he's determined to make him come clean to Hotaru.

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Book SynopsisFollowing in her mother's footsteps, Nao became a traditional Japanese sweets maker, and at 21, she's about to take the industry by storm. But when she meets the young, handsome owner, she recognizes his cold stare... It's none other than Tsubaki, her childhood friend and first crush, the same boy who stood over his father's bloodied body 15 years ago, and framed Nao's mother for the murder. As the only witness of that fateful night, Nao is eager to chase down the truth and confirm her suspicions. She seizes her chance to get close to him, but instead of finding any answers, she begins falling deeper for Tsubaki's allure...

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Book SynopsisOgami-san has been keeping a dirty little secret from her peers at school: Puberty has emptied her mind of everything but perverted fantasies! For the sake of leading an ordinary school life, she pulls out all the stops to keep her mental wild side under wraps. But when she literally reaches a hand out to Yaginuma-kun, a cute but mysterious boy in her class, her innermost thoughts just come spilling out! All she wants is to get to know him (and his body) better, but she can't do that without the risk of exposing her true self. What's a girl to do?!

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Book SynopsisA romantic sci-fi workplace drama about a spaceman pining for Earth and the partner he left behind.Russian recent college graduate Marko is looking forward to traveling the world with his lover. However, he is abducted by a mysterious being to the end of the universe, ruining his plans. That mysterious being assigns Marko a ten-year mission. All Marko can do is give his all to the mission and befriend his alien coworkers. This is the peculiar story depicting life in a place far removed from Earth.

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Book SynopsisEsther, Susan, and Daisy continue to face the rigors of young adulthood in this Eisner-nominated series. Fast friends Susan, Daisy, and Esther continue their second year at Sheffield University, and these are formative times, indeed. Education and looking ahead to the future isn’t all that college holds in-store for these ladies; grocery store protests, family reunions, and even an MMORPG wedding are all on this semester’s docket. John Allison (Bad Machinery, Scary Go Round) and illustrators Max Sarin and Liz Fleming, take us to Sophomore year’s second semester in Giant Days Volume 7, which collects Issues #25-28 of the Eisner Nominated series.

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