Having formed their tag-team partnership, Ayato and Julis begin polishing their skills and their teamwork in preparation for the Festa. But soon Ayato meets another girl - Kirin Toudou. She has long, silver hair and a petite charm, and, despite her thirteen years of age, she's one of the strongest fighters of Seidoukan Academy. She seems to like Ayato, but that's not going to stop her from challenging him to a duel!
(W/A/CA) Svetlana Chmakova
Penelope - Peppi - Torres, a shy new transfer student, wants nothing more than to fit in and find a place among her fellow artistically inclined souls. The last thing she wants is to stand out. So when she bumps - literally - into quiet, geeky, friendly but friendless Jamie Thompson, and is teased as the 'Nerder's Girlfriend,' Peppi's first embarrassed instinct is to push him away and run. Though she later feels guilty and wants desperately to apologize for the incident, Peppi always ends up chickening out. She has no reason to speak to him, anyway, until she ends up bumping - figuratively and continually - into Jamie again! Will these two opposites ever see eye-to-eye, let alone become friends? Available in softcover and hardcover editions.
(W/A/CA) Svetlana Chmakova
A sweet tale about two kids navigating the precarious and awkward waters of adolescence and middle school. Penelope--Peppi--Torres, a shy new transfer student, wants nothing more than to fit in and find a place among her fellow artistically inclined souls. The last thing she wants is to stand out. So when she bumps--literally--into quiet, geeky, friendly but friendless Jamie Thompson, and is teased as the 'Nerder's Girlfriend,' Peppi's first embarrassed instinct is to push him away and run. Though she later feels guilty and wants desperately to apologize for the incident, Peppi always ends up chickening out. She has no reason to speak to him, anyway, until she ends up bumping--figuratively and continually--into Jamie again! Will these two opposites ever see eye-to-eye, let alone become friends?
(W) Ryohgo Narita (A/CA) Katsumi Enami
From the New York Times bestselling author of Durarara!! comes a series full of mobsters, thieves, and immortals! New York, 1927. In a corrupt city where crime rules the streets, Firo Prochainezo is Camorra, an Italian criminal syndicate distinct from the mafia. A member of the relatively small Martillo family, Firo's nevertheless got big ambitions and is determined to make his mark. But while the Martillos may not be the biggest bad guys on the block, they've got some distinct advantages working in their favor. Does Firo have what it takes to become a made man? Let the crazy ruckus begin!
(W) Ryohgo Narita (A) Shinta Fujimoto (CA) Katsumi Enami
From the New York Times bestselling author of Durarara!! comes a series full of mobsters, thieves, and immortals! It's the year 1930. Three years after the Phantom Father incident, Firo is about to get a promotion within the Martillo Family. But the intricate web of fate has other plans in store for him as the elixir of immortality nears its completion, setting off a chain of events that brings together gangsters, alchemists, and everything in between!
Three years after the Phantom Father incident, Firo is about to get a promotion within the Martillo Family. But the intricate web of fate has other plans in store for him as the elixir of immortality nears its completion, setting off a chain of events that brings together gangsters, alchemists, and everything in between!
(W) Ryohgo Narita (A) Katsumi Enami
The year is 1931. A boy boards a train to visit his friend in New York. A woman in a jumpsuit boards a train to meet her employer in New York. And the conductor? He boards because it's his job. If it had been any other day, they all would have gotten where they were going just fine. But it's not any other day. The Rail Tracer is on the hunt. The gonzo tale of gangsters, immortals, and outrageous luck (both bad and good) speeds into its third volume!
(W) Ryohgo Narita (A) Katsumi Enami
After the incident at the Mist Wall, the Martillo Family's youngest capo finds himself on his way to prison to protect the one he loves. The rest are there for their own reasons-the homicidal maniac wants to taste the thrill of killing an immortal, the thief simply got himself caught, the hitman is there on a mission for Nebula, and the alchemist was incarcerated years ago. As the FBI attempts to get to the bottom of Huey's machinations, another ruckus is about erupt across the San Francisco Bay-deep in the heart of Alcatraz.
The year 1934. All kinds of strange people are gathering in Chicago-the newspaper's vice-president and young camerawoman, a bizarre group moving on Huey's orders, a wrecker with ties to the Russos, a researcher who works for a certain company there, and even a 'vampire' and his friend. Things are gearing up for a commotion in the Windy City?
(W) Ryohgo Narita (A/CA) Katsumi Enami
In the depths of Alcatraz, the participants in and witnesses of the brawl in the secret cell attempt to figure out their next moves. In Chicago, as Isaac and Miria try to find each other, the aftermath of what happened at the Russo mansion is affecting the entire city. As the connections between the two locations become clear, the chaos comes to a head in the explosive and heartfelt conclusion to the commotion of 1934!
(W) Ryohgo Narita (A/CA) Katsumi Enami
The year 1705, in a town on the coast of Italy. All 15-year-old Huey Laforet feels towards his life is tedium and despair, and he dreams of the day when he can destroy the world he despises. Meanwhile, there are rumors of a strange string of murders performed by a figure in a white mask-and whoever witnesses the killing is doomed to be the next target. As the serial killer shakes the town of Lotto Valentino, Huey's life is about to change, too!
(W) Ryohgo Narita (A/CA) Katsumi Enami
It's the year 2002, and Firo and Ennis are finally on their very belated honeymoon-and for some reason, Czes has been invited to join them on the cruise to Japan. But with movie stars, stuntmen, stowaways, and gunslingers aboard, the voyage is looking to be anything but peaceful... For readers ages 13 years and up.
(W) Ryohgo Narita (A/CA) Katsumi Enami
It's the year 2002, and Firo and Ennis are finally on their very belated honeymoon-and for some reason, Czes has been invited to join them on the cruise to Japan. But with movie stars, stuntmen, stowaways, and gunslingers aboard, the voyage is looking to be anything but peaceful... For readers ages 13 years and up.
(W) Ryohgo Narita (A/CA) Katsumi Enami
The year 2002. The luxury cruise ship Entrance has been hijacked--and thanks to a mysterious cult, its sister ship Exit isn't faring much better. As the two ships race toward each other across the Pacific, what will happen when the two finally meet...?!
It began in the year 1707, when Maiza introduced playwright Jean-Pierre to an alchemist named Fermet. Two years later, Huey finds himself opening his heart to Elmer and Monica more than he ever expected with his troubled past, but Jean-Pierre's new play only invites trouble, and darkness falls over the trio? For readers ages 13 and up.
(W) Ryohgo Narita (A) Katsumi Enami
The casino party has finally started, and the first day has ended peacefully enough. But there are many fates still to be decided: Melvi, the dealer working with the Runoratas and holding Ennis hostage; Firo, leading the Martillo Family at the party and preparing for Melvi's challenge; the Gandor brothers, who are worried about Firo and watching their own backs; Ladd, working alongside the Gandors; Chane, waiting for the chance to fight Ladd again; Nader, fleeing from Chane. As the storm continues to build, what chaos will erupt next??
(W) Zappon (A) Masahiro Ikeno, Yasumo
Red has finally achieved his dream of opening up an apothecary! But after princess, prominent adventurer, hero, and former comrade Rit butts into his business, can the two of them coexist peacefully as coworkers?! And what hurdles are fate going to throw in the way of Red's peaceful life tomorrow?!
(W) Zappon (A) Masahiro Ikeno (CA) Yasumo
An ominous shadow falls over Rit and Red as they try their best to enjoy their new lives-the unscrupulous Fire Mage Dir, who has long since been a thorn in their side, has made his way to Zoltan. Jealous of their happiness, he's sure to do all that he can to ruin their lives. But just what is he plotting...?!
(W) Zappon (A) Masahiro Ikeno (CA) Yasumo
After getting through Dir's attempt to ruin their lives unscathed, Red and Rit decide to play hooky from their shop and take a trip to the river for a well-deserved, much-needed date! After an energizing time in the sun, they're ready to go back to peace and quiet, but things are rarely that simple-when an injured man stumbles into Red's shop, the couple is forced to spring into action!
(W) Zappon (A) Masahiro Ikeno (CA) Yasumo
Though Red and Rit have been enjoying their new, stress-free life together in Zoltan, the Hero, Ruti, hasn't taken her brother's departure nearly so well. Nevertheless, she and her party head for an ancient ruin in search of a weapon left behind by the demon lord-though what they find may not be quite what they expected...
(W) Zappon (A) Masahiro Ikeno, Yasumo
A demon seems to be behind the rash of violent incidents sweeping formerly peaceful Zoltan-but what are they after?! That said, there's a more immediate crisis at the apothecary-with Red and Rit growing closer, Rit's finally decided to buy...a double bed?!?
(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) Zappon (A) Masahiro Ikeno, Yasumo
After taking the Devil's Blessing, the effects of Ruti's Hero's Blessing have lessened, and she's chosen to quit the path of the Hero. Not only that, during her stay in Zoltan, she's started working with Tisse at her beloved brother Red's shop!?Yet is she truly prepared to abandon everything just to stay by his side...?
(W) Zappon (A) Yasumo
It's time for a beach trip! Red and Rit decide to take a break from running the apothecary and head to a nearby river for the day. While Red enjoys a date with a beautiful princess in a swimsuit, his former party explores the ruins of the Demon Lord's airship. As war continues to rage on the front lines, it seems everything is quiet in Zoltan, but how much longer can Red and Rit's slow life last?
(W) Zappon (A) Yasumo
A cold snap in winter leaves the usually warm Zoltan blanketed in snow, providing Red and Rit with the perfect excuse to get cozy. At the same time, Ruti makes her way to Zoltan in search of Red. Will this powerful little sister finally reunite with her beloved older brother?
(W) Zappon (A) Yasumo
The search for the missing Hero, Ruti, has led all her party members to the remote region of Zoltan. Ares plots to use the girl for his own designs, but Red isn't willing to surrender his sister without a fight! This is a tale of a brother and sister who refuse the call to save the world and instead strive to forge a happy everyday life.
(W) Zappon (A) Yasumo
With the battle against Ares finally over, Red and company can finally return to their peaceful, slow days. No life is without its adventures though, and Red sets off for the Wall at the End of the World in search of the perfect gem to mark his betrothal to Rit. Along the way he encounters scenic views, soaks in blissful hot springs, and even reunites with an old friend?who?s head over heels in love with him?! (STL211305) (C: 0-1-2)
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(W) Zappon (A) Yasumo
The joy of reuniting with Yarandrala is short lived. From the fate of the Mistome, to the arrival of a great power's warships, and a raid from assassins, Zoltan faces one crisis after the other. Little do the assailants realize, however, that this land is home to the world's mightiest heroes. In this volume, Red and Ruti demonstrate their unrivaled power, Tisse squares off against a legendary assassin, and Rit is imbued with?the senses of a wolf?!
(W) Zappon (A) Yasumo
Far from the battle with the demon lord's army, another fight is brewing in Zoltan. The Veronian warship in the harbor declares war on the peaceful frontier region. Red left the battlefield behind him a long time ago, but to protect those he loves and his peaceful days, he takes up his sword again!
(W) Zappon (A) Yasumo
A new Hero named Van has appeared, and he's headed for Zoltan. This na?ve and innocent boy possesses the strength to make even Theodora the Crusader shudder, and he blindly obeys the word of the Church. When Red, Rit, and Ruti learn of this new Hero they decide...to avoid him completely by leaving Zoltan for a little while on a vacation?! A confrontation with this unprecedented second savior of the world does sound like a lot of work, after all. But will they really be able to evade Van forever?
(W) Zappon (A) Yasumo
Ruti defeated the new Hero before he could cause too much damage. But rather than cool his ambitions, the loss leaves Van utterly obsessed with getting back at her! Now it's up to Red to safeguard the laid-back lifestyle he's created with his sister. Can he set this dangerous other Hero on the right path before it's too late?
(W) Zappon (A) Yasumo
After an intense battle, Red has finally managed to convince Van there's more to being a Hero than mindlessly following his Divine Blessing. This has left Van questioning himself, and who better to help than Red the Guide? To find answers, the two delve into ancient elf ruins, where they come face-to-face with the truth about humanity's strongest blessing.??
(W) Zappon (A) Yasumo
The trouble with Van the Hero has finally passed, but Red's still got plenty to worry about. Learning that Tanta has the Divine Blessing of the Cardinal has left Red wondering what he can do for the young boy as the Guide. But thinking in the dead of summer is pretty annoying. Why bother when he can just take a vacation on a southern island instead?
(W/A/CA) Satsuki Yoshino
This official fan book is a musthave for any Barakamon fan, with 69 specially drawn pages of new stories and over 70 fullcolor illustrations!
(W/A/CA) Satsuki Yoshino
Calligraphy meets the countryside in this slice-of-life comedy manga! Aiming for an autumn calligraphy exhibition, handsome young calligrapher Seishuu Handa sets out to get in touch with his creative side. Meanwhile, a man whose appearance screams yakuza, landing him well out of place on the peaceful island, puts in a 'request' to have Handa write the name on his boat. With the prickly-sweet - prickly-useless, more like - Sensei in tow, the overindulgent islanders unfurl a mature, heartwarming island comedy that fumbles blindly in the dark in Volume 4!
(W/A/CA) Satsuki Yoshino
Miwa and the gang leave the island on their school trip! Meanwhile, Hiroshi - or rather, Kuroshi - tries to prepare for an interview, and handsome young calligrapher Seishuu Handa gets ready for his first-ever island-wide broadcast. But in the middle of all of this bustle comes the sudden appearance of an ambulance!
(W/A/CA) Satsuki Yoshino
Jingle jingle jingle jingle....Christmas has come to the island! Handsome young calligrapher Seishuu Handa tries his hand at the Santa business for the first time! But could it be that Handa Claus isn't the only one who's come to visit all the nice little children? The love of every dad warms the world in Volume 12 of this hot 'n' hearty island comedy!
(W/A) Satsuki Yoshino
Reality is tough, but surely, the future must be bright. Handa-sensei has returned from Tokyo with a new declaration: he's going to start his own calligraphy school! But will he find any students? But when an unusually cold winter brings rare snow to the island, is Handa prepared to hibernate the time away?
(W/A/CA) Satsuki Yoshino
Spring is coming, but without Hiroshi, the villagers are in a bit of a funk. What will Handa-sensei do to cheer everyone up? Find out in Volume 17 of this hot 'n' hearty island comedy!
