(W/A/CA) Melissa Capriglione Porta Bella Magiculinary Academy is the finest school for the art of cooking with magic, and Basil Eyres is determined to be the top student. On the first day of her senior year, Arabella Oregano, the daughter of a renowned chef, joins the academy for her senior year as well. The two are instantly smitten with each other, but Basil senses there's something Arabella is hiding from her. Still, the two work together to stand out from the class as the end of year culinary festival approaches. But when Arabella's secret is reveled, Basil is faced with the hardest decision of her life, which has the potential to throw her future aspirations in jeopardy. o A YA LGBTQA+ tale suitable for all audiences. o An original graphic novel from up and coming artist Melissa Capriglione.

In a dump in the lawless settlement of Scrapyard, far beneath the mysterious space city of Zalem, disgraced cyber-doctor Daisuke Ido makes a strange find: the detached head of a cyborg woman who has lost all her memories. He names her Alita and equips her with a powerful new body, the Berserker. While Alita remembers no details of her former life, a moment of desperation reawakens in her nerves the legendary school of martial arts known as Panzer Kunst. In a place where there is no justice but what people make for themselves, Alita decides to become a hunter-killer, tracking down and taking out those who prey on the weak. But can she hold onto her humanity as she begins to revel in her own bloodlust?

(W/A/CA) Yukito Kishiro This deluxe collector's hardcover includes four classic Battle Angel Alita stories never before published in English, plus special bonus material! At long last, complete your Alita collection! This volume contains four manga short stories by Alita creator Yukito Kishiro, first published in Japan from 1997 to 2006: 'Holy Night,' 'Supersonic Fingers,' 'Homecoming,' and 'Barjack Rhapsody.'

(W) Joe Madureira, Munier Sharrieff (A) Joe Madureira & Various (CA) Joe Madureira Collecting every issue ever published of one of the most beloved comic book series of all time, this oversized graphic novel is bursting at the seams with adventure! Follow young Gully as she searches for her missing father with the help of Garrison, a legendary swordsman; Knolan, the crafty wizard; Calibretto, an outlawed Wargolem; and the notorious mercenary Red Monika! Assaulted at every turn by a cast of memorable villains, BATTLE CHASERS is packed with over-the-top action from cover to cover! Don't miss this definitive collection, which includes never-before-seen sketches and new artwork, including a fold-out poster!

(W) Yuki Amemiya (A/CA) Ichihara Yukino Kokuryuu Kaguya was only a little boy when he witnessed his father murdered by a group of demons. Now a teenager, Kaguya still remembers. One day, Kaguya is struck by a mysterious light and meets a young woman named Mao, a skillful warrior wearing bunny ears, who rescues him from a demon attack, then demands to know what planet he's from! Kaguya finds himself inducted into a secret organization of other-worldly individuals whose goal is to defend Earth from monstrous invaders. Reborn as a Battle Rabbit, strange powers awaken within Kaguya which allow him to fight these creatures and seek vengeance for his father's death!

(W) Mike Norton (A) Mike Norton, Allen Passalaqua (CA) Mike Norton, David Dunstan At long last, MIKE NORTON's award-winning fantasy/humor webcomic is collected in one volume! Join the last Kinmundian and his faithful steed, The Battlepug, as they travel the globe seeking revenge against every giant ridiculous animal they can find. Featuring extras like sketches and art by some of the most creative artists in the business today! Collects the entire 5-volume original series of BATTLEPUG!

(A) Hazel Reed Newlevant & Various (CA) VARIOUS The dream of a queer separatist town. The life of a gay Jewish Nazi-fighter. A gender reveal party that tears apart reality. These are the just some of the comics you'll find in this massive queer comics anthology from The Nib. Be Gay, Do Comics is filled with dozens of comics about LGBTQIA experiences, ranging from personal stories to queer history to cutting satire about pronoun panic and brands desperate to co-opt pride. Brimming with resilience, inspiration, and humor, an incredible lineup of top indie cartoonists takes you from the American Revolution through Stonewall to today's fights for equality and representation. Featuring more than 30 cartoonists including Hazel Newlevant, Joey Alison Sayers, Maia Kobabe, Matt Lubchansky, Breena Nu?ez, Sasha Velour, Shing Yin Khor, Levi Hastings, Mady G, Bianca Xunise, Kazimir Lee, and many, many more!

(W/A) Paru Itagaki Six more tales from the world of BEASTARS, featuring gray wolf Legoshi's neighbors from Beast Apartments! Yorkshire pig Eugene meets a peacock who'd rather kill himself than be killed. Shiba Inu calendar model Mugi grapples with the inevitability of aging out of his cuteness. Sea eagle Leica fears losing his sugar mama and having to strike out on his own. Plus, our favorite beasts, Legoshi and dwarf rabbit Haru, attend a restorative justice ceremony. And more! For older teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Paru Itagaki Python Kameji faces a dilemma when he finds hyena Murou, the class bully, hanging from a noose in a classroom. Snow leopard Luke jeopardizes the career of his costar, Japanese deer Ros?, when he makes a shocking confession. Lion Eado and rabbit Ako, former classmates of dwarf rabbit Haru, meet again months after the mauling that ended their relationship. Plus, a tale featuring favorite beasts gray wolf Legoshi and spotted seal Sagwan as they attempt to rescue a kidnapped octopus. And more! For older teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Paru Itagaki Last night at Cherryton Academy, an herbivore student was killed and eaten. Among the members of the drama club, the herbivores' suspicions naturally turn to their carnivore classmates... The prime suspect? Legosi, a large wolf. But he wouldn't hurt a fly-or would he? And will dwarf rabbit Haru bring out the beast in him? Or are his feelings for her...something else? For older teen audiences.

(W) Paru Itagaki Gray wolf Legoshi forms an unprecedented alliance to infiltrate the secret organization Kopi Luwak in search of mixed-species psychopath Melon. But their plan triggers Legoshi's craving for meat! Meanwhile, rabbit Haru innocently crosses paths with Melon, unaware of the danger. Then, Haru's patience grows thin with Legoshi's insistence that their relationship remain chaste. And too soon, Legoshi runs afoul of the law again. For older teen audiences.

(W/A) Paru Itagaki Lop-eared rabbit Kyu teaches gray wolf Legoshi a thing or two about female empowerment as she trains him to confront his most powerful foe yet. Then, when the Shishi-gumi lions prepare to slay half-leopard, half-gazelle Melon, he divulges the story of his horrific first crime. One of the gang members has a different plan for the mixed-species felon, however. Meanwhile, red deer Louis's status in the world changes overnight, while dwarf rabbit Haru's low self-esteem may lead to her paying the ultimate price! For older teen audiences.

(W/A) Paru Itagaki The epic battles for supremacy in the black market lead to a revolution for carnivores and herbivores alike. Mixed-species psychopath Melon finds a new target for his rage. And in the bittersweet conclusion, Beastar horse Yahya and Komodo dragon Gosha attempt to repair their friendship, red deer Louis and gray wolf Juno seek a way forward, and gray wolf Legoshi and dwarf rabbit Haru define their relationship on their own terms. For older teen audiences.

(W) Curtis Clow (A/CA) Jo Mi-Gyeong Keepers are mystical creatures that bond with people who experience great hardships in their lives. Some see them as friends, family even, but others see them as nothing more than dangerous beasts that the world is better without. Mac, Ping, Ava, and their keepers are in search of Mac's father who vanished one day and never returned. A heartfelt fantasy adventure from the writer of The Wild Cosmos, with luscious art by powerhouse Jo Mi-Gyeong, artist of Eve and The Dark Crystal.

AN ALL-NEW BEASTS!, WITH ALL-NEW ARTISTS! In the spirit of 2007's acclaimed Beasts!, editor/designer Jacob Covey has assembled an entirely new line-up of over 90 artists who did not appear in the first Beasts! volume. Like the first book, the deluxe collection will include a Who's Who of the contemporary art world, collectively crafting a menagerie of mythological creatures, monsters, beasts and things that go bump in the night, superbly laid out in breathtaking two-page spreads per beast. Featuring all-new work by over 90 artists including Al Columbia, Blex Bolex, Brian Chippendale, Craig Thompson, Dan Zettwoch, Dash Shaw, David B., Eleanor Davis, Ellen Forney, Femke Hiemstra, Gene Deitch, Jaime Hernandez, Travis Louie, Thomas Allen, Jon Vermilyea, Kim Deitch, Lilli Carré, Mark Todd, Olivier Schrauwen, Paul Hornschemeier, Peter Bagge, Ray Fenwick, Stephan Blanquet, Taylor McKimens, Tom Neely, Tomer Hanuka, Yuko Shimizu and dozens more.

Black magic, demonic frogs, and zombie road kill are just a few of the problems plaguing this seemingly sleepy little town. Beneath the quiet streets a rat cabal plots vengeance, while in the local cemetery the dead leave their graves. With the human residents unaware of the supernatural danger, it's up to a determined crew of dogs (and one cat) to keep their community safe. Lives will be lost, and bonds forged as the beasts of Burden Hill battle against an unknown evil rooted within their town. Award-winning comics creators Evan Dorkin (Milk & Cheese) and Jill Thompson (Scary Godmother) come together to share the lives of some unlikely heroes. This volume reprints the comic-book series Beasts of Burden issues #1-4, the short stories from the Dark Horse Book of Hauntings, the Dark Horse Book of Witchcraft, the Dark Horse Book of the Dead, and the Dark Horse Book of Monsters, 'Stray,' 'Unfamiliar,' 'Let Sleeping Dogs Lie,' and 'A Dog and His Boy,' published by Dark Horse Comics.

(W) Evan Dorkin (A) Jill Thompson, Benjamin Dewey When supernatural events threaten the quiet suburb of Burden Hill, it's up to a determined group of ordinary dogs and cats to defend their home from demonic frogs, zombie roadkill and a rat cabal led by a dead mystic with an insatiable appetite for blood. This edition collects all four volumes of the eight-time Eisner award-winning horror fantasy series, including both Wise Dog adventure tie-in stories and a special guest appearance by Hellboy! Award-winning comics creators Evan Dorkin, Jill Thompson, and Ben Dewey come together to share the lives of some unlikely heroes. This volume collects the comic-book series Beasts of Burden: Animal Rites, Occupied Territory, Neighborhood Watch, and Wise Dogs and Eldrich Men, published by Dark Horse Comics.

(W) Evan Dorkin (A/CA) Benjamin Dewey This eight-time Eisner Award-winning comic book series blending fantasy and humor features the adventures of paranormal pets investigating the horrors of Burden Hill. A heroic pack of canines known as the Wise Dogs sets off on a mission to clean up a Pennsylvania corridor plagued by seemingly unrelated occult disturbances that include a fire salamander and a horde of mutant lurkers. A link is found among the various disturbances, leading our heroes to a mountain village inhabited by a survivalist witch-cult who have discovered the existence of a 'Blood Lure' attracting occult forces, creatures, and many more terrors to Burden Hill! This volume collects the comic-book series Beasts of Burden: Wise Dogs and Eldritch Men issues #1-4.

(W) Fabien Vehlmann (A/CA) Kerascoet Newly homeless, a group of fairies find themselves trying to adapt to their new life in the forest. As they dodge dangers from both without and within, optimistic Aurora steps forward to organize and help build a new community. Slowly, the world around them becomes more treacherous, as petty rivalries and factions form. Beautiful Darkness became a bestseller and instant classic when it was released in 2014. This paperback edition of the modern horror classic will contain added material, preparatory sketches and unused art.

WHY WE LOVE IT: This is one of the most heartwarming family tales we've ever read. Everyone remembers the first person who inspired them to follow their dreams. This beautiful and elegant fable pays tribute to all our loved ones. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT: Weaving historical fiction and fantasy together, Durwin S. Talon and E. G. Thompson remind us of the power of stories, both those from our imaginations and, more importantly, those from our own lives. WHAT IT'S ABOUT: BEAUTIFUL SCARS tells the story of Ridley Bourne as he explains to his granddaughter how he got each of his scars, each one gained through either a sad or uplifting adventure. Through his tales, she learns how to tell her own stories and how to hold on to his through her own, magical retelling.

(W/A/CA) Kaori Yuki The story of Belle and her beast as you've never seen it before, with sinister, creeping shadows suffusing a door to a wider, magical world. Young and rambunctious Belle insists on going out to play in the forbidden woods, but her adventurous streak abruptly ends when her mother is spirited away by a beast known to kidnap beautiful women. Twisted by the loss of his wife, Belle's father keeps his daughter, who has unusual, violet hair, locked away in an effort to 'protect' her from prying eyes. Finally emerging after years of solitude, Belle ventures back into the woods where she lost her mother and encounters the beast once more!

(W/A/CA) Kaori Yuki The story of Belle and her beast as you've never seen it before! Young and rambunctious Belle insists on going out to play in the forbidden woods, but her adventurous streak abruptly ends when her mother is spirited away by a beast known to kidnap beautiful women. Twisted by the loss of his wife, Belle's father keeps his daughter, who has unusual, violet hair, locked away in an effort to 'protect' her from prying eyes. Finally emerging after years of solitude, Belle ventures back into the woods where she lost her mother and encounters the beast once more!

(W/A/CA) Kaori Yuki Young and rambunctious Belle insists on going out to play in the forbidden woods, but her adventurous streak abruptly ends when her mother is spirited away by a beast known to kidnap beautiful women. Twisted by the loss of his wife, Belle's father keeps his daughter, who has unusual, violet hair, locked away in an effort to 'protect' her from prying eyes. Finally emerging after years of solitude, Belle ventures back into the woods where she lost her mother and encounters the beast once more...

(W/A/CA) Kaori Yuki Young and rambunctious Belle insists on going out to play in the forbidden woods, but her adventurous streak abruptly ends when her mother is spirited away by a beast known to kidnap beautiful women. Twisted by the loss of his wife, Belle's father keeps his daughter, who has unusual, violet hair, locked away in an effort to 'protect' her from prying eyes. Finally emerging after years of solitude, Belle ventures back into the woods where she lost her mother and encounters the beast once more.

(W) TurtleMe (A) Fuyuki23 King Grey is unrivaled throughout the land in terms of strength, wealth, and prestige. However, underneath the glamour lies a deep solitude, so when he's reincarnated as Arthur Leywin, he resolves to not squander this second chance at life and live every day to the fullest-but the peace of this new world hides something sinister that threatens to destroy all he's worked for?

(W) Nozomi Ginyoku (A/CA) Yanomitsuki In this new series, a knight finds himself reincarnated as a behemoth, one of the most powerful monsters in the world, and when he meets a beautiful elf girl, he's ready to fight at her side. Problem is, a baby behemoth looks an awful lot like...a housecat?! For readers ages 13 and up.

(W) Nozomi Ginyoku (A) Mitsuki Yano Aria and Tama are heading straight toward a battle against a Demon, and much between them will have changed by the time it is over. And why did Aria choose to leave her elven village to become an adventurer...?

(W) Nozomi Ginyoku (A) Taro Shinonome After making a complete recovery, Aria and Tama return to dungeon-crawling! And thanks to some stronger yet more revealing new equipment, their jealous and scandalous flirting receives a power-up as well! Meanwhile, they meet a mysterious, wild girl in the dungeon who happens to share a strange connection with Tama?s former self. Another tale of reincarnation begins... (STL211319) (C: 0-1-2) RES. from Previews Vol. XXXI #11 (NOV211900)

(W) Nozomi Ginyoku, Taro Shinonome (A) Mitsuki Yano Stella-the former dragon turned cute girl-has joined the party! Given that she charges full force at any enemy she sees, though, having this tomboy around might be more trouble than it's worth...especially after her totally one-sided love for Tama only grows stronger and more jealous once she sees Aria getting all lovey-dovey with him. Meanwhile, a tantalizing personal request for the party's services arrives in recognition of all their recent achievements. Stella gets hyped up for her first real adventure-but none of them know what truly lies in store on this quest...!

(W) Nozomi Ginyoku, Taro Shinonome (A) Mitsuki Yano Stella and Aria, still butting heads over who gets Tama's affection, have met two adorable fairies, Lily and Feri, during their exploration of the forest labyrinth. Now that they've gotten to know and trust one another, they're ready to go defeat the boss! But the real danger may lie back in civilization, as they have no idea about the unsavory rumors surrounding the local lord of the town where they stay the night on their return trip...

(W) Nozomi Ginyoku, Taro Shinonome (A) Mitsuki Yano Aria and the gang have defeated evil the Earl of Gladstone, and put an end to Leis's sad chain of revenge. They even felled the undead dragon! Now it's time to reap the rewards: an enthusiastic welcome into the city they saved, a promotion to A-rank, and a well-earned rest! But soon enough, a new request heralds the start of a new adventure?!

(W/A) Nozomi Ginyoku After being promoted to A Rank, Aria gets a request from His Imperial Majesty! Between an invitation to join the empire and the announcement of the return of the Four Demon Beasts, will Aria's party be up against the strongest enemies they've encountered so far?

(W) Nozomi Ginyoku, Taro Shinonome (A) Mitsuki Yano The Four Fiends have finally been revived, and Aria's party faces the ultimate predicament-overcoming the ominous strength of the summoned monster! The party is injured by the overwhelming, formidable enemy before them. It's time for Tama's newfound resolve to shine, and Aria awakens!

(W) Ginyoku Nozomi (CA) Yanomitsuki After dying in a fight against the forces of evil, a knight found himself reincarnated as one of the most powerful monsters in the world: a behemoth! Problem is, he has to grow up before he can really strut his stuff, and a baby behemoth looks an awful lot like...a housecat?! And when an elf adventurer decides to take him in, she may need his help as much as he needs hers! For readers ages 13 and up.

(W) Nozomi Ginyoku (A/CA) Mitsuki Yano As Tama continues his life as Aria's adventuring-partner-slash-pet, he one day obtains a new skill and heads to the dungeon to try it out. Once inside, he runs into a beautiful girl who's wearing nothing but rags. What could she possibly be doing there? Before Tama can find out, she tries to jump his cat bones so he runs, completely unaware of what the consequences might be...! For readers ages 18 and up.

(W) Max Bemis (A) Rodney Buchemi (CA) Olivier Vatine Robert E. Howard's Hyboria UNLEASHED! See its true nature, its unrestrained violence and sexuality! Rising from a watery grave, B?lit once again finds herself commanding a ship, sailing the seas in search of adventure?and answers. But when a deal goes wrong, she finds herself teamed up with the woman she was holding prisoner: the equally beautiful and deadly Valeria. These two iconic characters will find themselves traveling together on a mission to find out how B?lit lives once again that will lead them straight into danger?from the gods themselves! Collected edition includes the hit 5 issue series, complete cover gallery, plus as a bonus, contains Robert E. Howard prose featuring first appearance of B?lit, Valeria, and the origin of the Hyborian Age!

(W) Dave Franchini (A) Alessio Mariani & Various (CA) Juan Manuel Rodriguez Belle is back! After her life was recently turned upside down, things have finally begun to settle for Anabelle 'Belle' DiMarco. Now, working with the organization known as C.H.I.P. she has more allies than she has ever had in her war against the beasts who threaten mankind. But, with her new allies comes a new mission, and the price she will be asked to pay may not be worth the cost. Get ready to be pulled back into Belle's world as she learns more secrets of her family and is put to the test in this new limited series, Belle: Oath of Thorns! Collects Belle: Oath of Thorns #1 - 6.

(W/A/CA) Dav Winter has thawed and Spring has sprung! The forest is turning green again and no one is more excited to experience it than Mr Warthog and his brand new baby boy who gets to experience the great big outdoors for the very first time!

From the author of Anna & Froga comes a wry, offbeat whodunnit that centers on office life. Richard thinks he's in luck when he snags a job at the cuckoo clock factory, but things start to go wrong right off the bat. First of all, there's his boss, who doesn't seem to have the strongest grip on reality and has an odd penchant for silly hats. Then there are his coworkers, who are alternately evasive and idiotic when asked about anything pertaining to actually getting work done. Finally, there's Guy, the employee Richard's replacing, who supposedly quit, but whose family has just appeared on national TV pleading for his safe return. It's all adding up to a very strange workplace, and when the company goes on a retreat, everything spools quickly out of control.

You've met the characters, you've seen their weapons, you've witnessed their war. Now, experience the personal stories of the conflict. Follow the soldier as he enters his final battle. Witness the elite teams at work behind the scenes. Learn the savage ways of the Condyle warriors, and the vicious speed of the Ele-Alta Slayers. Watch as the brave struggle for glory, obtain it, then live to see it stripped from them. Will it be a glorious death, or will it be the death of a coward?