(W/A) Rokurou Ogaki The owner of a food truck in a postapocalyptic world nearly runs over a naked girl sleeping in the middle of the desert. When he gives her a lift, he inadvertently takes on her baggage too-an armed militia hot on her trail?and her even more problematic appetite. If one doesn't take him out, the other surely will! For mature audiences.

(W) Akiharu Touka Both Konoha and Isaac were chosen as candidates for saint. However, to stop the plot of her Dark History, Satou chooses Team Isaac! For their first trial, the candidates must receive a sacred beast's blessing. The beast has a special love for virgins, but wait-was Iana a virgin in her past life? If the beast kills her for her impurity, maybe she can avoid a public execution, at least...?

(W) Ryohgo Narita (A/CA) Aogiri Akayabashi meets Anri's mother and after a near fight to the death, proposes marriage?!? Meanwhile, Mikado has started 'cleaning up' the rogue Dollars members making trouble?

(W) Daisuke Aizawa (A) Anri Sakano, Touzai Cid and Beta have arrived at one of the last places the aspiring shadowbroker wanted to go-his home world, Earth! (Or at least what's left of it.) After running into his former classmate Akane, Cid tries to figure out how the heck he's gonna get back to his cool isekai fantasy life, but little does he know that his dinky old planet's got some brand-new thrills?!

(W) Jyun Hayase (A) Yue Matsuyuki Against all odds, Aurora and Felix find themselves at a soiree hosted by the Lumis family. All seems well at first, but as the night draws to a close, Aurora enters a room to adjust her clothing, only to find the host himself awaiting her there! Noticing her absence, Felix jumps in to save Aurora, but just as his panic subsides, everything changes in an instant when a certain someone enters the room...

(W) Hazuki Minase (A) Itsuki Kameya In his search for clues about the 'Raise' spell, Shogo has gotten himself wrapped up in a conflict that will determine the fate of the Gold Saucer! He and the others go deep into the Big Bridge to stop up its power source and put an end to Alexander's rampage, but a Guard Scorpion takes them by surprise. And that's to say nothing of the Mayor's alarming past with Don Leone?

(W) Hiiro Akikaze (A) sime After being reincarnated, Luciel sets off on his quest with three silver coins in his pocket, and a desperate need to make more. His first stop is the town of Merratoni, where he's no sooner in the gate than he's bowled over by rowdy adventurers. However, he's rescued by the mysterious and beautiful Lumina, who takes him to the Healer's Guild to get registered. But before he can start making money... he's going to have to learn to heal, first! And training in this world doesn't come cheap or easy. All Luciel knows is, he's got a tough road (and a lot of long days) ahead!

(W) Kennoji (A) Fuh Araki, Kwkm A guild member aiming to be 'normal'...is going on a company trip surrounded by female colleagues!? After completing Lord Bardel's request and helping to snap his new vampire acquaintance out of a hypnotic trance, Roland thinks he can return to a normal everyday life... But soon afterward, an explosive incident forces the guild to temporarily close its doors, so what better time to go on a group vacation?

(W) Light Tuchihi (A/CA) Saori Toyota The continuing misadventures of Seiya, the absurdly overcautious hero who tried to buy a thousand bottles of holy water as soon as he knew he'd be fighting undead, and Rista, a goddesswho's always waving her 'literally holier than thou' attitude in his face!

(W) Anashin From the creator of Waiting for Spring comes a new college romance that meditates on just what destiny means, and whether the one is really out there. A fresh and stylish spin on shojo manga!Yuuki is a 20-year-old college sophomore who has wished for one thing since moving to Tokyo: to find her soulmate. Growing a bit desperate after a long drought, she goes along with a friend to a club for the first time. Her friend thrives, but it's chaotic and loud...just not Yuuki's scene. Just when Yuuki begins to despair that she'll ever find a real, adult relationship, she meets Iori, a man with bleached hair and a slightly scary demeanor...but first impressions don't always tell the whole story. Could destiny still have more cards to play?

(W) Miku (A) Kazoumi Minatogawa, Rein Kuwashima While exploring the Weald, Yuuya Tenjou happens upon a mysterious cave. Inside, he finds a document penned by a legendary sage that he uses to inherit their mana pathways, gaining exceptional skills and all-powerful magic. Now there's nothing that can stop Yuuya-not even the laws of nature!

(W) Tsunehiko Watanabe (A/CA) Neko Hinotsuki Zenjiro has lived his life as a run-of-the-mill office drone, but an unexpected flash of magic brings him before a beautiful queen-who wants him to marry her! What's more, if he accepts, he'll never have to work another day in his life. All he'd have to do is lounge around living the good life, freeloading off a drop-dead gorgeous monarch. Sound too good to be true? There's a catch: If he accepts, he has to kiss the Earth, his family, and the internet goodbye! Is it worth trading in everything he knows for something different... or is his bride-to-be hiding secrets about the truth of life at court? Every time Rishe turns twenty, she dies and is reincarnated to the day she gets dumped. She has been a merchant, an apothecary, and even a maid. For her seventh life, she has one goal: to live a long and lazy life. But then she gets a marriage proposal from the Crown Prince-the man who killed her in her previous life as a knight. Despite her determination to avoid drama, here she goes again!

(W/A) Shino Shimizu Apparently Oogami's not the only one who has a rival in love-new hire Kamiya has a crush on the resident wolfman! Not only does Mitsuji now face competition, but Mikado has no desire to break off his own pursuit. As Oogami and Mitsuji try to clear the air between them, other people continue to try to get in the way of their relationship. Will their feelings ever be able to cross the gap between their species?

(W) Ceez (A) Dashio Tsukimi Traveling as a guard for Elineh's caravan, Cayna visits the northern kingdom of Helshper. There, she stops by the Sakaiya shop to deliver a letter Mai-Mai had entrusted to her?and comes face-to-face with her grandson-an elf named Caerick! But then a casual comment of his manages to incur Cayna's wrath, and all hell breaks loose!?

(W) Gabe Soria (A/CA) Sandy Jarrell THE NEW GODS SENT THE SUPERCYCLOPEDIA TO FIND A HERO! And it did! Superman's pal Jimmy Olsen is documenting the heroism of his friends and learning how to use this cool new technological marvel. When the villainous Toy Boy and his Mischief League of the Multiverse get their hands on knockoff versions of the device, they won't stop until they fulfill his deadly plans. Can Jimmy save the day? With his buddies Rip Hunter and Linda Park by his side, Jimmy's definitely up for the challenge. They embark on a planet- and dimension-hopping adventure, encountering a who's who of the DC Universe and discovering that not all heroes wear capes. Look out, world!

(W) Yasuhiro Kano As the brilliant heir to a gigantic medical empire, Aoi Nemo had everything he could ever want… except love. The problem is that Kiru, the woman he fell for, is a deadly assassin! Desperate to see her again, Nemo puts out a hit on himself, and every attempt on his life is a 'date' he wholeheartedly looks forward to. But Nemo's family has noticed that he's single, and they're determined to make him a proper match. The stage is set for over-the-top antics when Kiru crashes the matchmaking party with murderous intent!

(W) Natsume Akatsuki (A/CA) Masahito Watari Iris, convinced that Mitsurugi would never lose to a hero of the weakest class, declares Kazuma a liar. Not long after, a fight breaks out, and Kazuma finds himself up against the princess's bodyguard, Claire! It's time for our hero to demonstrate the power that allowed him to overcome the obstacles he's faced until now! ...Ah, the panty thief strikes again. For readers ages 13 years and up.

(W) Matt Mair Lowery (A/CA) Cassie Anderson In the wake of an alien invasion-and her father's death-a young girl must fight for the future of Earth. Aided by a shape-shifting rebel alien posing as her father, the unlikely pair bond, fight back, and ponder what it means to be human. The powers of choice, courage, and unity are examined in Lifeformed: Cleo Makes Contact, an unforgettable debut work from creators Matt Mair Lowery and Cassie Anderson. o The first work by up-and-coming creators Matt Mair Lowery and Cassie Anderson! o Young adult sci-fi adventure starring a relatable, endearing young heroine.

(W) Matt Mair Lowery, Cassie Anderson (A/CA) Cassie Anderson Cleo, orphaned in the wake of an alien invasion, left behind the life she knew to fight for the future of Earth. Now she and Alex, the shapeshifting rebel alien posing as her father, make a fearsome team in a guerrilla war against the invaders. But Cleo's past is about to come back to haunt her! Lifeformed: Hearts and Minds is the second installment in the sci-fi thriller series from Matt Mair Lowery and Cassie Anderson.

(W/A/CA) Kuzushiro Saki left her last encounter with Kanon red-faced and reeling, after an offhand comment by Kanon almost laid bare Saki's long-simmering feelings. Has Kanon finally learned the truth? When Saki sees a flyer for a fireworks festival, she remembers how Kanon once lamented not being able to enjoy festivals after losing her hearing. Saki then decides to invite Kanon over to watch the fireworks from her balcony, and Kanon happily agrees. As the sky above explodes with bursts of color, Kanon and Saki draw ever closer...

(W) Rifujin na Magonote (A/CA) Yuka Fujikawa Sylphiette and Rudeus spent many long years apart, but fate has finally brought them back together, this time as lovers. When Princess Ariel asks Rudeus about his intentions, he doesn't hesitate for a moment-he's going to marry Sylphie! What's more, he wants the perfect house for their newly wedded life together. He's got his eyes on a suspiciously haunted mansion. After a little bit of team ghost-busting with his friends, a frightening property might just be the perfect place for love!

(W) Shinkoshoto (A) Huuka Kazabana, Ponjea Yuji Sano was a normal guy working a soul-sucking nine-to-five job when he suddenly found himself transported to a fantasy world where he restarted his life as a Monster Tamer. After befriending the Slimes, Yuji is quickly able to gain a second character class, ranking up his stats and learning new skills as he encounters one surprise after another. Yuji ends up enrolling in the Royal Academy in order to get access to a secret book containing information on the evil organization known as the Laboratory. His efforts at keeping a low profile end up being for naught, unfortunately, as news of his exploits on the infamous Evildominus Island spread among the student body like wildfire. While Yuji struggles with his newfound fame, will he actually end up enjoying student life in another world?

(W) Rob Anderson & Various (A) Amy Mebberson, Agnes Garbowska (CA) Sara Richard This volume collects three stories featuring Princess Celestia and Spike! First, Princess Celestia presides over a hearing concerning her oldest professor, then Spike receives his new pets but is in way over his head, and finally, Princess Celestia and Spike journey to the Crystal Mountain!

(W) Scott Bryan Wilson (A/CA) Bob Solanovicz Eating candy nonstop and watching TV all day sounds great . . . until you actually do it, as the kids of Bayport High find out when all the adults vanish, and the world's greatest (high school) detectives--the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew!--have to team up to solve the mystery! Whether it's going under cover, sneaking out at night, chasing weird buses, or following a strange smell, they know it'll take all their wits and smarts to get their parents and teachers back . . . that is, if Joe and Frank don't kill each other first. Oh, and there's also the matter of the skeleton that can walk. And a major feud with a rival high school. And a koala-in-a-diaper costume. And lawlessness in the hallways. And an unrequited crush . . . Written by Scott Bryan Wilson (Batman Annual, Star Trek: Waypoint) and drawn by Bob Solanovicz (Mister Meow), NANCY DREW AND THE HARDY BOYS: THE MYSTERY OF THE MISSING ADULTS! is a high-octane, nonstop comedic romp full of action, excitement, mystery, and friendship. And mayhem. Lots of mayhem. Written by Scott Bryan W

(W/A) Momoko Koda Summer vacation ended with an unexpected bang, and a tumultuous new semester has begun. Rita's got a choice to make-but with Adachi still in the dark of what really happened between him and Hatori, will it be as simple as choosing one girl over the other?

(W) Brian K. Vaughan (A/CA) Cliff Chiang **Winner of 5 Eisner Awards • American Library Association Great Graphic Novels for Teens • The inspiration for the Amazon Prime series ** From Brian K. Vaughan, _New York Times _bestselling writer of Saga, and Cliff Chiang, legendary artist of Catwoman: Lonely City, comes the time-travel adventure like any other, now collected in a smaller, wallet-friendly edition! In the early hours after Halloween of 1988, four 12-year-old newspaper delivery girls—Erin, KJ, Mac, and Tiffany—uncover the most important story of all time. Collecting the first two volumes (issues #1-10) of PAPER GIRLS, this new digest-sized collection is the perfect way to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Image Comics' beloved series about nostalgia, first jobs, and the last days of childhood.

(W/A) Akiho Ieda Pen the penguin lives with his most favorite keeper in the world: Hayakawa the human! But Pen's no ordinary penguin ? he's a neat penguin! A proper penguin! A doting penguin! Pen loves to daydream of Hayakawa's smile as he flips pancakes, runs errands, and folds the laundry with his teeny-tiny flippers. If only his beloved Hayakawa would notice! Unfortunately, Pen's human keeper can't speak penguin and is also a hopelessly lazy university student. With Pen's comical expressions and Hayakawa's lighthearted cluelessness, every day in their house is full of adorable mishaps and hijinks! (STL213701) (C: 0-1-0)

(W) Magica Quartet (A) Hanokage In a world infested not by witches but by wraiths, Homura is captivated by one wraith in the shape of Madoka, and Mami and Kyouko throw themselves into battle to save the world. What fate lies in store for them in this final volume?!

(W/A) Daiki Kobayashi Humanity lives under the threat of annihilation by immensely powerful dragons. The dragon hunter Ragna embarks on a revenge-fueled quest to eliminate that threat once and for all! Ragna and Crimson infiltrate the royal city of Celesviera in order to strike down the Winged Monarch, Ultimatia. Crimson summons his followers, Golem and Chimera, in order to devise a plan of attack. Meanwhile, Ragna is wandering the city alone and ends up in a chance encounter with Ultimatia! As he faces off against the time-controlling Winged Monarch, he makes a fateful choice!

(W) Tail Yuzuhara (A) Sora After stopping Liskal the wind dragon's rampage, Sena and Keith descend from mount Ryudo and return to the royal capital of Vekral. There, the pair receive a summons from the neighboring Phondona Empire, which controls the fire dragon, under threat of incurring the wrath of its military if they refuse. But what could the most powerful nation on the continent want with Sena and Keith?!

(W) Ryukishi07 (A/CA) Soichiro Having been thwarted by the Rose, Leo, and the Primavera gang in his attempt to gain control over District Twenty-Three, the mafia boss Alfred lies low, and a time of newfound peace follows. But when Alfred recuperates from their last showdown, his dirty tactics threaten to turn the whole district into a battlefield!

(W) Ryukishi07 (A/CA) Soichiro The battle between Club Primavera and the Caleb family - with the pride of the Japanese people at stake - finally barrels toward a conclusion. Which group will win the right to rule during the coming era?

With the princess saved and death by mortal combat avoided, Leonhart and Sariphi look forward to the return of their normal everyday life. But a new tribe takes advantage of the turmoil surrounding the repeal of the sacrifice system, introducing new chaos into the lives of the king and his queen? For readers ages 13 and up.

(W) Carlo Zen (A/CA) Chika Tojo After somehow managing to live through the most grueling battle of their entire careers, Tanya and the 203rd receive a letter from the General Staff. Its contents are, essentially, 'Hop on these rockets and go smash up the Republican Army's HQ. Oh, and be sure to come back from this technologically unprecedented flight alive once you're done with your absurdly dangerous mission!'

(W) FUNA (A) Keisuke Motoe After growing up an orphan, Mitsuha has a healthy respect for money and a desire to live well--at least, until she dies after being pushed off a cliff. Waking up in a strange fantasy world, Mitsuha narrowly survives an encounter with a pack of wolves, then realizes she has the power to move between this world and the real one. A lesser person might embark on heroic adventures--Mitsuha instead immediately recognizes the lucrative possibilities of her new situation, and heads out to buy an arsenal of modern weapons. Her goal: to acquire 80,000 gold, and the life of leisure she's always dreamed of!

(W) Katarina (A/CA) Ryosuke Fuji Having survived a fierce attack by one of the Shangri-La Frontier PK clans, Sunraku goes into the fighting ring against ten powerful monsters as part of a unique scenario. He barely escapes with his life, only to then receive an invitation from his gamer friend Pencilgon to help her take down a unique monster known as Wethermon the Tombguard. With Wethermon still undefeated by any of the game's 30 million players, Sunraku may have bitten off more than he can chew!

(W/A) Suu Morishita Yuki is a typical college student in all ways but one: She's hard of hearing. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush?but will he give her a chance? A sweet and relatable manga romance from the creator of Shortcake Cake! Even with a hearing aid, the voices of others are an indistinct blur for Yuki. But she's never let that get in the way of a life arranged around her friends, social media, and cute fashion. She's browsing her phone on train when a tourist asks her for directions, and she's ready to panic?but the handsome Itsuomi steps in to help. It turns out her new crush is a friend of a friend, and Yuki's world starts to widen. But even though Itsuomi-kun can speak three languages, sign language isn't one of them. Can Yuki communicate her budding feelings? From the acclaimed author of Shortcake Cake, the hit shojo series with more than a million copies in print, this new work is sure to please fans of romantic stories like A Silent Voice, Kimi ni Todoke, and Love in Focus! Story Locale: A university in modern Japan

(W) Ennki Hakari (A/CA) Akira Sawano One day, a gamer played video games until he fell asleep... and when he woke up, he found himself in the game world - as a skeleton! Equipped with the powerful weapons and armor of his avatar but stuck with its frightening skeletal appearance, Arc has to find a place for himself in this new, fantastical land. All his hopes for a quiet life are dashed when he crosses paths with a beautiful elven warrior, setting him on a journey full of conflict and adventure.

OVER THE MOUNTAINS AND THROUGH THE SNOW, TO THE DEMON LORD?S TERRITORY WE GO!Our journey through the snowy mountains ain?t goin? off without a hitch, lemme tell you that much. I?m still basically worthless since I haven?t figured out how to use my godly powers or like, you know, WALK on my own, so that?s been oodles of fun?especially with hordes of vicious apes bearing down on us! But the monkeys are the last of my troubles?right? RIGHT?!