(W) Hidenori Kusaka (A) Satoshi Yamamoto Under orders from Joseph Stone, president of the Devon Corporation, the nefarious Pok?mon energy absorption plan continues to move forward. Already filled with unease, Sapphire and Emerald are inexplicably attacked by Zinnia, another Trainer. Meanwhile, can Ruby find the elusive Pok?mon Rayquaza?!

(W) Mark Russell, Melissa F. Olson, Alex Segura, Various (A) Peter Krause, Gene Ha, Taki Soma, Various (CA) Desi Aponte Bigfoot, Yetis, Nessies, Mongolian Death Worms, and more! AHOY presents a deep dive into all things ?cryptid??legendary, tall tale, and fanciful beasts. An all-star selection of writers including Mark Russell, Matt Bors, Melissa F. Olson, and Alex Segura take us from the depths of Loch Ness to the wilds of the Yeti?s Himalayan Mountains to the Ohio backroads where the Loveland Frogman lurks. Featuring art by Peter Krause, Taki Soma, Gene Ha, Ted & Ro, and many more.

(W) Kataoka Naotaro (A) Souichi Suddenly reincarnated in another world as a six-year-old slave, Linus has grown as a talented Barrier Master. Having rescued the First Princess Ricolette from a conspiracy, he has somehow found himself engaged to her! After their formal introductions, Ricolette moves to Linus' mansion and immediately opens up to Peris and Meirius. However, Meirius has feelings that even she doesn't understand and seems troubled...

(W) Kyle Starks, Olly Moss, Sean Vanaman, Marc Ellerby (A) CJ Cannon, Benjamin Dewey, Kyle Starks, Marc Ellerby (CA) Fred C. Stresing This massive tome of interdimensional mayhem collects issues #16?30 of the hit Rick and Morty comic book series, which boldly answers the question ?Can a comic book ever satisfy the emotional and psychological needs of Rick and Morty fans?? (The answer is, ?Sure, why not!?) Follow the foibles of universally deranged, time-traveling, portal-hopping genius Rick Sanchez, his incompetent fourteen-year-old grandson and half-hearted sidekick Morty, self-absorbed granddaughter Summer, horse surgeon daughter Beth, and . . . adjectiveless son-in-law Jerry. Featuring stories from Eisner Award-nominated writer Kyle Starks (Kill Them All, Sexcastle) including ?Desperately Meeseeking Ruin,? ?Honey I Shrunk the Ricks,? and ?Interdimensional Cable 3: The Threequel.?

(W/A) Io Sakisaka Now that Saku realizes she's in love with Haruki, she finds her heart racing for a new reason every day-until Haruki and Kotono start pretending to be a couple to protect Kotono from her ex-boyfriend. Then the blunt-speaking Iryu gets involved in Saku's life, causing even more trouble!

(W/A) Kaoru Mori In the third volume of this stunning series, Kaoru Mori-author of award-winning series A Bride's Story and Emma-shares works from her personal collection of sketches and concept drawings. From familiar characters and settings to illustrations drawn from Mori's own interests, Scribbles is a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes and into the sketch books of one of Japan's most beloved creators.

(W/A) Suu Morishita Emma's relentless pursuit of Itsuomi has hit a wall, and Shin is left to pick up the pieces, if Emma will let him. Meanwhile, Oushi-kun's sudden confession makes Yuki anxious about Itsuomi's feelings. Just as the two seem to have their respective third wheels under control, Itsuomi makes a stunning suggestion: Will Yuki come and live with him? It takes courage for Yuki to admit why she's hesitant. But the clock is ticking down to Itsuomi's graduation, and his trip abroad. Yuki decides to overcome her fears of being a burden and accept. What new tensions will this bring into their relationship?

(W) James Tynion Iv (A/CA) Werther Dell'Edera With the unforgiving Order of St. George on her trail, the deadly Duplicitype on the hunt, and Cutter in pursuit, Erica is in dire straits. Collecting the entire second story cycle of Something is Killing the Children, this epic deluxe hardcover edition is the perfect place to continue reading the national bestseller, with over 2.5 million copies sold! Erica Slaughter returns after the Archer's Peak Saga in this collection of the multiple Eisner Award-winning and Harvey Award-nominated series from GLAAD Award-winning author James Tynion IV (The Department Of Truth, W0rldtr33), artist Werther Dell'Edera (Razorblades), colorist Miquel Muerto (Bleed Them Dry), and letterer AndWorld Design (Nightwing). Collects Something is Killing the Children #21-35.

(W) James Tynion Iv (A/CA) Werther Dell'Edera With the unforgiving Order of St. George on her trail, the deadly Duplicitype on the hunt, and Cutter in pursuit, Erica is in dire straits. Collecting the entire second story cycle of Something is Killing the Children, this limited edition hardcover collection with a unique slipcase is the perfect place to continue reading the national bestseller, with over 2.5 million copies sold! Erica Slaughter returns after the Archer's Peak Saga in this collection of the multiple Eisner Award-winning and Harvey Award-nominated series from GLAAD Award-winning author James Tynion IV (The Department Of Truth, W0rldtr33), artist Werther Dell'Edera (Razorblades), colorist Miquel Muerto (Bleed Them Dry), and letterer AndWorld Design (Nightwing). Collects Something is Killing the Children #21-35.

(W) Matt Moylan, Capcom (A) Bengus & Various (CA) Hanzo Steinbach The new era of fighting games begins here, in the official STREET FIGHTER 6 prequel graphic novel! IN THIS VOLUME: American martial arts champion KEN MASTERS travels to the city-state of Nayshall for a new fighting tournament, but he finds much more danger than he bargained for! It's a thrilling adventure featuring art by BENGUS, PANZER, HANZO STEINBACH, and CHISATO MITA! Also included are bonus stories featuring fan-favorite World Warriors like JURI, KIMBERLY, RASHID, LUKE, CAMMY, AKI, and MORE!

(W/A/CA) Stjepan Sejic Loving someone means building a shrine within your heart dedicated to them. A shrine made of good memories and treasured moments. As the MERCY arc reaches its third installment, Anne is about to find the shrine of her heart ransacked by none other than the person it was devoted to.As for Ally and Alan, they find themselves straining as a risky hobby grows into an obsession and threatens to destroy all other aspects of their lives. A friendship is about to be put to a test that it may just end up failing. Welcome to the SUNSTONE, VOL. 8. Time to grow up.

(W) Joshua Williamson (A) Various (CA) Jamal Campbell Art by Gleb Melnikov, Bruno Redondo, Dan Jurgens and More The Man of Steel is challenged like never before when the menace called The Chained is freed from deep beneath Supercorp! Why did Lex Luthor imprison this mysterious foe there in the first place? And will even super-powered armor be enough to give an outmatched Superman the upper hand? Plus, new threats from a transformed Brainiac, the Lex Luthor Revenge Squad, and Luthor?s mother and...daughter?! This acclaimed new chapter in Superman?s adventures teams all-star writer Joshua Williamson (Batman and Robin) with artists Bruno Redondo (Eisner Award winner for Nightwing), Gleb Melnikov (Batman/Superman), and Dan Jurgens (The Death of Superman)! Collects Superman #6-12.

(W) Motoo Nakanishi (A/CA) Yu Satomi It's 1872, year five of the Meiji era, and the world is rapidly changing, long leaving the samurai behind-but some things aren't content to remain a memory of the past. Now in Kyoto with his daughter Nomari, Jinya runs a soba restaurant by day and patrols the streets at night hunting demons, which have strangely been increasing in number. As Jinya investigates the cause, it seems someone known as Magatsume is secretly responsible, but who could they be? And what do they want?

(W) Mohsen Ashraf, Arish Akanda (A) Thomas Hedglen (CA) Jeff Edwards, John Kalisz Sylas wields an ancient power to sense and siphon away pain from others, but struggles with the moral ambiguity of his abilities, leading him to question his purpose as a Syphon. Livia, his partner and a neuroscientist, explores the impact of emotional trauma and the ethics of healing from it. Together, they unravel secrets of the power that will forever change their relationship. Meanwhile, deep in the Amazon, an ancient threat re-emerges with plans to unleash a terrible darkness.The award-winning series returns with a new four-issue volume, written by creator MOHSEN ASHRAF (Pantheon)_ _and co-writer ARISH AKANDA, with art from THOMAS HEDGLEN (PROPHET,** BRIGADE**). Previously nominated for three 2022 Ringo Awards, including Best Series and Best Artist, and awarded Favorite Hero.Collects SYPHON, VOL. 2 #1-4

(W) Fuse (A/CA) Taiki Kawakami Now that things have mostly been settled with Hinata, its time for Rimuru to announce his rise to Demon Lord to the world. Thus, Tempest prepares to hold a ceremony, inviting other countries to attend. Will the nation of monsters be able to convince people to respect its right to exist and its leader, though? It certainly seems like Rimuru has his work cut out for him.

(W/A/CA) MAYBE An action fantasy set in a dystopian future where to combat monster attacks monster hunters infuse themselves with monster DNA but in the process lose their humanity resulting in the developement of a monster hunter extermination unit lead by a werewolf named Hank.

(W) Gerry Duggan (A/CA) TBA The Avengers and the X-Men join forces to create a brand new team of heroes! The FALL OF X calls for the return of the Avengers' Unity Squad! Innocent people and world leaders are dead after simultaneous attacks on the U.S. and Krakoan governments, and that means one thing: It's time for a new squad of Avengers! False-flag attacks meant to whip up anti-mutant hysteria are unfolding and hey, some of Steve Rogers' best friends are mutants. So Captain America enlists Rogue, Deadpool, Quicksilver, Psylocke and Monet to solve the mystery of who the new, murderous Captain Krakoa is - and stop his team of killers from igniting the fires of a new world war! COLLECTING: Uncanny Avengers (2023) 1-5, Free Comic Book Day 2023: Avengers/X-Men 1 Rated T+

(W) James Tynion Iv (A/CA) Martin Simmonds The Dracula comic I've wanted all my life.?_ ?ROBERT KIRKMAN (INVINCIBLE, THE WALKING DEAD)THE DEPARTMENT OF TRUTH creators JAMES TYNION IV (W0RLDTR33, Something is Killing the Children_) and MARTIN SIMMONDS re-team to tell a new tale of the monster who started it all!?When Dr. John Seward admits a strange new patient named Renfield into his asylum, the madman tells stories of a demon who has taken residence next door. But as Dr. Seward attempts to apply logic to the impossible?his daughter falls under the spell of the twisted Count Dracula! ?Featuring a Direct Market Exclusive cover by STEPHANIE PEPPER that will only be printed once.Collects UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: DRACULA #1-4

(W) James Tynion Iv (A) Martin Simmonds (CA) Stephanie Pepper The Dracula comic I've wanted all my life.?_ ?ROBERT KIRKMAN (INVINCIBLE, THE WALKING DEAD)THE DEPARTMENT OF TRUTH creators JAMES TYNION IV (W0RLDTR33, Something is Killing the Children_) and MARTIN SIMMONDS re-team to tell a new tale of the monster who started it all!?When Dr. John Seward admits a strange new patient named Renfield into his asylum, the madman tells stories of a demon who has taken residence next door. But as Dr. Seward attempts to apply logic to the impossible?his daughter falls under the spell of the twisted Count Dracula! ?Featuring a Direct Market Exclusive cover by STEPHANIE PEPPER that will only be printed once.Collects UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: DRACULA #1-4

(W) Tom Sniegoski (A) Jonathan Lau Having fulfilled her role of savior in Vengeance, Vampirella is now posed to Strike in an all-new series arising from the post-apocalyptic ashes of Dynamite's Vengeance of Vampirella series! It has been 15 years since the death of Mistress Nyx and the world in slowly recovering, but this isn't a world that we've ever seen before. This is a world where the natural, and the supernatural have merged to create a dangerous new place-A world very much in need of Vampirella. Sepulcher City has become a kind of microcosm of the world, humanity and the myriad monster races living in-not too perfect-harmony. It is a dark place, a violent place, one where a balance must be kept so order will remain. Vampirella works as a special agent for the Danse Macabre on the most com- plex, and potentially violent of cases. Sepulcher City is where she spends most of her time, but often she is called out of the city, out into the world to deal with similar situations. Collects issues #1 - 5, plus a gallery of covers.

(W) Honobonoru 500, Tou Fukino (A/CA) Nama Although Ivy and the Sword of Flames arrive in Otolwa safely, she still cannot shake the unpleasant gaze clinging to her every move. Rattloore and the others decide to capture the 'organization' they believe to be the culprit, and despite her fear, Ivy resolves to stand with them. But will her bravery last when she learns the truth?

(W) Andy Diggle (A) Aaron Campbell (CA) Sean Phillips Born with the uncanny ability to steal other people's memories, abilities, and expertise for a limited time, Weaver is a man who could change the world. But as a professional gambler, conman, and thief-for-hire, he prefers to look out for Number One. That is, until he finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of international intrigue where the rules keep changing, the players are hidden, and the stakes are his life! Now Weaver is on the run, and his only hope is to turn tables on his pursuers in a desperate gambit that will bring him face-to-face with the source of his powers - and his own traumatic past. From acclaimed graphic novelist ANDY DIGGLE (The Losers, Swamp Thing) and artist AARON CAMPBELL (The Green Hornet: Year One), this all-new Omnibus Edition combines Weaver Season One and and Weaver Season Two (previously titled Uncanny) into a single exciting volume!

(W) Larry Hama, Various (A) Adam Kubert, Various (CA) Adam Kubert Wolverine succumbs to the beast within! With his adamantium skeleton gone and his healing factor diminished, Logan slashes his way into a dangerous new era - with claws made of bone! But deadly threats are lining up to put him in his grave - including Lady Deathstrike, Bloodscream, Cyber, Deadpool, Ogun and the Phalanx! And when Wolverine faces a savage rematch with Sabretooth, he'll cross a startling line - and only one will walk away! Logan's dark path is gradually costing him his humanity. Will his animal side take over completely when he faces the heirs of Apocalypse, Genesis and the Dark Riders? Collecting WOLVERINE (1988) #76-101 and ANNUAL '95, MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS (1988) #150-151, CABLE (1993) #16, WOLVERINE: EVILUTION, WOLVERINE/NICK FURY: SCORPIO RISING, GHOST RIDER/WOLVERINE/PUNISHER: THE DARK DESIGN, WOLVERINE: KNIGHT OF TERRA, WOLVERINE/GAMBIT: VICTIMS #1-4, UNCANNY X-MEN (1981) #332, LOGAN: PATH OF THE WARLORD and material from MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS (1988) #152-155. Rated T+

(W) Larry Hama, Various (A) Adam Kubert, Various (CA) Ian Churchill Wolverine succumbs to the beast within! With his adamantium skeleton gone and his healing factor diminished, Logan slashes his way into a dangerous new era - with claws made of bone! But deadly threats are lining up to put him in his grave - including Lady Deathstrike, Bloodscream, Cyber, Deadpool, Ogun and the Phalanx! And when Wolverine faces a savage rematch with Sabretooth, he'll cross a startling line - and only one will walk away! Logan's dark path is gradually costing him his humanity. Will his animal side take over completely when he faces the heirs of Apocalypse, Genesis and the Dark Riders? Collecting WOLVERINE (1988) #76-101 and ANNUAL '95, MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS (1988) #150-151, CABLE (1993) #16, WOLVERINE: EVILUTION, WOLVERINE/NICK FURY: SCORPIO RISING, GHOST RIDER/WOLVERINE/PUNISHER: THE DARK DESIGN, WOLVERINE: KNIGHT OF TERRA, WOLVERINE/GAMBIT: VICTIMS #1-4, UNCANNY X-MEN (1981) #332, LOGAN: PATH OF THE WARLORD and material from MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS (1988) #152-155. Rated T+

(W) Larry Hama, Various (A) Adam Kubert, Various (CA) Tim Sale Wolverine succumbs to the beast within! With his adamantium skeleton gone and his healing factor diminished, Logan slashes his way into a dangerous new era - with claws made of bone! But deadly threats are lining up to put him in his grave - including Lady Deathstrike, Bloodscream, Cyber, Deadpool, Ogun and the Phalanx! And when Wolverine faces a savage rematch with Sabretooth, he'll cross a startling line - and only one will walk away! Logan's dark path is gradually costing him his humanity. Will his animal side take over completely when he faces the heirs of Apocalypse, Genesis and the Dark Riders? Collecting WOLVERINE (1988) #76-101 and ANNUAL '95, MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS (1988) #150-151, CABLE (1993) #16, WOLVERINE: EVILUTION, WOLVERINE/NICK FURY: SCORPIO RISING, GHOST RIDER/WOLVERINE/PUNISHER: THE DARK DESIGN, WOLVERINE: KNIGHT OF TERRA, WOLVERINE/GAMBIT: VICTIMS #1-4, UNCANNY X-MEN (1981) #332, LOGAN: PATH OF THE WARLORD and material from MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS (1988) #152-155. Rated T+

(W/A) Tamiki Wakaki It was inevitable that Honjouji Rika would end up meeting Takuya's family if they were to continue with their fake engagement plan, but nothing could have prepared her for the excitable Oohara lot! The two arrive in Kumamoto, intent on coming clean, but is that really so easy? And why is it that meeting Takuya's beautiful and peppy childhood friend has Rika feeling so glum? Can the fake couple convince the Ooharas that they're really not betrothed? Can they even convince themselves?

(W) Various (A) Various (CA) JG Jones, Alex Sinclair Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka and Mark Waid Art by Keith Giffen, Joe Bennett, Eddy Barrows, Chris Batista and More DC's groundbreaking publication of the weekly comic 52 tells the story of a missing year in the DC Universe--in real-time. The cataclysmic events of Infinite Crisis have left the world without its three biggest icons--Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman--and the question is asked: Who will stand up in their absence? Collects 52 #1-26.

(W/A/CA) Amano Jaku Following a wave of immigration, Japan has became a volatile mix of people and cultures, rocked by the protests of xenophobic extremists unhappy with the new status quo. A brash, job-hopping young woman named Riko is driving her scooter through one such protest when she sees a boy about to get run over by a truck. Riko just manages to shove him out of the way, and, in the hours that follow, she finds herself looking after the boy, named Eito. Riko takes Eito out for a bowl of ramen, but just as they're about to dig in, Eito is fired upon by a distant army sniper. As the bullet pierces the restaurant window and comes whizzing toward Eito, plant-like tendrils snake out from his arm and stop it in mid-flight. Who in the world is this boy?

(W/A/CA) RONA FROM WEBTOON SENSATION, RONA An exciting Magical Girl story, filled with spirits and mystery! Ideal for fans of Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro. Alpi is called to perhaps her greatest challenge yet - conducting a funeral for a lonely mountain fortress. Contesting with spirits and the dead she must use all her powers to do the right thing!

(W/A/CA) Haruka Mitsui An irresistible shojo manga offering an all-you-can-eat-buffet of high school drama, adolescent crushes, and childhood nostalgia. Just as Mizuho truly considers what Kizuki means to her, her long-admired Saito-sempai professes his feelings! With her system overloaded by new and confusing emotions, Mizuho comes down with a fever. Her childhood friends are eager to help, but soon realize they have their own tumultuous feelings to face.

(W) Erik Burnham (A) Eman Cassalos (CA) Stuart Sayger 'HORROR ICONS CLASH! When an archaeological dig unveils an important element from the world of the Army of Darkness, it ends up in the absolute worst hands of all: Dr. Herbert West's. As West tinkers in God's domain, our reluctant hero is once more drawn into the sphere of destiny as he faces a triple threat of danger! Writer Erik Burnham is joined by returning Dynamite artist Eman Casallos to bring you all the excitement and Deadite action!'

(W) Zappon (A) Masahiro Ikeno, Yasumo Rit and Red's plan to lure out the Thieves Guild goes awry when Al, the half-elf boy in their care, is kidnapped by Bighawk's goons! Bighawk, the Guild's number two, has grand plans for Al, claiming he'll make the boy a 'hero.' But what is he really after-and how do the 'False Prophet' drug and the local bully Ademi factor in?!

(W/A) Yuki Tabata With Ichika and the others in trouble, Asta arrives to save the day. Has he mastered his new Zetten technique, and will it work against Lucius's Paladins? Meanwhile, Lucius launches his final attack on the Clover Kingdom. Can the Magic Knights prevent the end of the world?

(W/A) Kouji Miura After a hectic shopping date, Taiki takes Chinatsu to watch a beautiful sunset. With this perfect atmosphere, Taiki is preparing to tell her something important-when he's interrupted by Chinatsu's former teammate! The venom Yumeka unleashes on Chinatsu leaves Taiki stunned. Who exactly is Yumeka, and what ruined her seemingly unbreakable friendship with Chinatsu?

(W/A) Tomonori Inoue Miharu and Raizou set off for the Middle East to find and take down Zack and Kiera Falcone, weapons dealers extraordinaire. Their search leads them deep into the heart of a war-torn region known as the Frontier, where armed militias roam free. Once again, Miharu runs into the young mercenary Bersa. But why is Miharu so determined to save her enemy's skin?

(W) J. Michael Straczynski (A) Jesus Saiz, Lan Medina (CA) Jesus Saiz J. Michael Straczynski returns to Marvel to tackle an American icon! Decades ago, Captain America changed the world forever. Now, powerful and insidious forces are assembling to ensure he never does it again! Steve Rogers has been reconnecting with his roots, repairing the former tenement building where he grew up and helping with problems in his neighborhood, both human and super-heroic. But a string of supernatural murders is about to disrupt Steve's fragile peace. Years ago, long before he took the Super-Soldier Serum, Steve interfered with the rise of the German American Bund in New York, putting himself on the radar of a powerful, dangerous force known only as Asmoday. Now Asmoday is back, guiding a well-connected millionaire and a vicious serial killer to bring about his will on Earth. They're gunning for anyone who might someday put the world on a better path?and at the top of their list is Steve Rogers. Steve survived his first brush with Asmoday in the distant past, but will he be so lucky this time?

(W) J. Michael Straczynski (A) Jesus Saiz, Lan Medina (CA) Jesus Saiz J. Michael Straczynski returns to Marvel to tackle an American icon! Decades ago, Captain America changed the world forever. Now, powerful and insidious forces are assembling to ensure he never does it again! Steve Rogers has been reconnecting with his roots, repairing the former tenement building where he grew up and helping with problems in his neighborhood, both human and super-heroic. But a string of supernatural murders is about to disrupt Steve's fragile peace. Years ago, long before he took the Super-Soldier Serum, Steve interfered with the rise of the German American Bund in New York, putting himself on the radar of a powerful, dangerous force known only as Asmoday. Now Asmoday is back, guiding a well-connected millionaire and a vicious serial killer to bring about his will on Earth. They're gunning for anyone who might someday put the world on a better path?and at the top of their list is Steve Rogers. Steve survived his first brush with Asmoday in the distant past, but will he be so lucky this time?

(W) Alyssa Wong (A) Jan Bazaldua, Various (CA) Jen Bartel Highest, furthest, fastest! Captain Marvel has a new look, a new creative team and a new status quo! When cat burglar Yuna Yang set out to steal the legendary Nega-Bands, she was looking for a quick paycheck. What she got was a free ticket to the Negative Zone - and permanent entanglement with Carol Danvers! Permanent until death, that is. And it doesn't look like Yuna's going to make it to old age - not with the Omen hot on her tail and hungry for the bands' power! Meanwhile, Carol's got to get these blasted bangles off and reclaim her life - and who better to ask for advice than the Sorcerer Supreme Clea Strange? Because the more Carol keeps getting bounced into the Negative Zone, the more likely it is she'll have to face Blastaar the Living Bomb-Burst! Collecting CAPTAIN MARVEL (2023) #1-4. Rated T+

(W/A) Tatsuki Fujimoto As a primal fear devil makes its appearance, the world may soon be turned upside down. This devil has the power to drive a wedge between Asa and Yoru-can the two of them manage to work together to avoid becoming a meal for the residents of hell?

(W) Jarrett Melendez (A) Danica Brine,Hank Jones (CA) Danica Brine 2023 Alex Award Winner | 2023 Eisner Award Nominee | 2023 GLAAD Award Nominee | 2023 YALSA Great Graphic Novel for Teens | 2022 New York Public Library Best Book Discover Jarrett Melendez and Danica Brine?s award-winning, Eisner?nominated debut graphic novel in a beautiful deluxe hardcover edition featuring never-before-seen bonus content! When recent college grad Ben lands a job at a restaurant, he soon finds that his favorite dish is spicy sous-chef Liam . . . Now that college is over, English graduate Ben Cook is on the job hunt looking for something?anything?related to his passion for reading and writing, but the job hunt isn?t going great. When he stumbles upon a ?Now Hiring, No Experience Necessary? sign outside a restaurant, he jumps at the chance to land his first job. But when Ben begins developing a crush on Liam, one of the other super-dreamy chefs at the restaurant, and starts ditching his old college friends and his writing job plans, his future becomes much less clear. Will he follow his writing dreams