Comic Book New Releases July 8

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Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Noriaki Kotaba. Translated by Ella Donaldson. TILL DEATH DO US PART? A couple of months have passed since the abduction of Serafina de Lavillant, strongest knight of the West. Two months of village life is all it took for Sera to fall in love with Veor, future chief of the Barbarians, and to finally accept his proposal of marriage. But domestic bliss will have to wait, as the dead seemingly return to the land of the living! Sera and Veor take up arms and stand against the monsters, but is their combined strength enough to vanquish a fiend that can overturn the laws of life and death? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Older Teen (15+) Cover price $14.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by John Tarachine. Art and cover by John Tarachine. Translated by Jocelyne Allen. For the first time in English comes the critically acclaimed manga from John Tarachine, the author of Witch of Thistle Castle, that's perfect for fans of BL Metamorphosis! Umiko, a grandma, realizes that she has the same desire to make movies as university student Kai—and soon she enrolls in Kais film school! Its not the movies you like…you like watching the people watching the movies. Just what are you going to do with the rest of your life? Its the question youll always have to answer, no matter your age. Umiko Chino is a 65 year-old retired woman in mourning for her late husband. Remembering how they used to watch films together, Umiko goes to the movie theater for the first time in years, where she meets Kai, an attractive, ambiguous young man who studies filmmaking at a nearby art school. They would seem to have nothing in common, except for this—both of them sometimes like to look more at the way the audience reacts to a movie than the movie itself. Kai believes Umiko has the same deep desire he possesses to experience how people respond to something they made… and challenges her to stake the rest of her life discovering that thrill. Soon Umiko surprises herself by enrolling in the same film school as Kai. But sailing into this new sea, shes suddenly inside the currents of her fellow students lives, a much younger generation that she struggles to understand, driven by their own passions and their own relationships. Whos really experienced at life, and is it old age or observation that brings wisdom? And does what youre looking for change when you look with your eyes instead of through a camera lens…? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 168 pages, B&W. Rated T+ Cover price $14.99.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Blue-Deep. Perfect for fans of Solo Leveling and Hells Paradise. This hit WEBTOON comic is the story of a man sent back in time by the gods on a mission to prevent the apocalypse . . . this time around. Zephyr is the last human fighting evil in a world abandoned by the gods. After he is slain by Tartarus, the Demon Lord, all of humanity seems lost. However, much to the sinister amusement of the gods, Zephyr is reincarnated and sent ten years into the past to try and save humanity. Can Zephyr finally have his revenge against Tartarus and save the woman he loves, or is he doomed to repeat the past? Zephyr and his rival turned ally Ned are deep in the deadly Tomb of the Fallen Princess. What should have already been a dangerous dungeon raid has become even more volatile, because Tartarus worshippers have infiltrated the team. Advance Guard Captain Mathias means to betray his twenty-year friendship with Raid Party Leader Lucius now that the apocalypse is on the line. Meanwhile, Zephyr strives to reshape his past with more risky power cultivation, this time contemplating the unstable but incredible power of a dragon heart. This volume collects episodes 21–35 of the hit WEBTOON comic. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 352 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

2nd and later printings. Story and art by Norikazu Kawashima. Translated by Ryan Holmberg. Dare to read the psycho—horror classic that horror manga master Ito Junji called a frightening but moving story about an unfortunate individual who, lost in search of his true self, finds his own annihilation instead. Little Tetsuo is a wimpy mess. His parents dont love him. He meets the beautiful Kimiko, an ailing teenage girl obsessed with movies and mayhem in equal amounts. She doesnt love Tetsuo either, or anyone other than herself. But she needs him. So Tetsuo becomes the man she wants—the monster she wants. He becomes HER FRANKENSTEIN! Originally published in 1986, Kawashima Norikazus HER FRANKENSTEIN marks the bizarre and sadomasochistic finale to a cult era in Japanese horror comics. A few years after it was published, the author burned all of his artwork and abandoned Tokyo, never to be heard from again! HER FRANKENSTEIN is the inaugural volume of SMUDGE, a line of pulp, horror, and dark mystery manga, curated and translated into English by award—winning historian Ryan Holmberg. Softcover, 6-in. x 8 1/4-in., 208 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $19.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Kyoichiro Tarumi. Art and cover by Takeshi Nogami. Translated by Jarod Blackburn. When their elven brethren betrayed her people, one Dark Elf Chief will do whatever it takes to save her people—even if it means trusting Orcs. Light novels also available from Seven Seas! In the glittering elven kingdom—where peace hides a brutal purge—the dark elves are hunted and massacred by their own light-elf kin. Dinerúth, chieftess of the dark elves, narrowly escapes death and is rescued by Gustav, King of Orcsen—a nation of united magical races led by so-called savage orcs. Swearing a blood oath to the orc king, Dinerúth seeks vengeance for her fallen people. Their unlikely alliance will shatter old beliefs and alter the course of history itself. Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Rated T+ Cover price $13.99.

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Volume 10 - 1st printing. Written by Toudai. Art and cover by Jiro Heian. Character Design by Ochau. Translated by Jessica Latherow. Adapted by Lora Gray. BOUNTIES AND BETRAYAL! When Kaitos newfound friend, Alice, kidnaps him from Lilias manor in order to cash in a bounty from a certain unscrupulous group, Kaito can only wallow in fear. But just when hes on the verge of calling in Chromeina for aid, a mysterious costumed ally comes to the rescue! Caught in a treacherous web of conspiracy, its looking like this other world isnt so peaceful after all… Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 164 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $13.99.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing. Written by Izumi Sawano. Art and cover by Uri Sugata. Character Design by Miru Yumesaki. Translated by Camilla L. MORE THAN A MEMORY. Brie and Nadirs fake engagement has gone quite smoothly despite a few awkward entanglements. However, the real test begins when Brie brings Nadir to her family home and introduces him to her parents. Back on her home turf, Brie should feel in control of the situation, but Nadir keeps prodding into her past, and specifically into the memory of her first love. Could there be a connection between the boy she fell in love with years ago and the scheming yet handsome man who always finds a way to get on her last nerve? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 202 pages, B&W. Teen (13+) Cover price $13.99.

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Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nori Gorou. Translated by Joshua Hardy. Adapted by Kim Morrissy. SHOWING GRATITUDE IN A DIFFERENT WAY. Imaizumis life has changed a lot lately. Hes gone from eating every meal alone to sharing it with the hottest girls in his school. The constant sex is more than enough for them, but with Christmas coming up, Imaizumis looking to repay their kindness in a more usual way. But without any money, hell have to get a job if hes to get all his lovers a gift. Tis the season to be jolly, but this young playboys life is already a Christmas miracle. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 152 pages, B&W. Older Teen (16+) Cover price $14.99.

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Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kuboken. Translated by Zihan Gao. The unhinged parody manga that jumps the shark from chapter one! Everyone thought Shiromi Lovecut-Toothrough was the worst summoner in the world. But after she summons Sharkiller, a creature capable of transforming into Hollywood's most ferocious B-movie sharks, nobodys laughing now! In fact, theyre running for their lives! With her bloodthirsty buddy chomping at the bit to kill everyone in sight, can Shiromi defeat the Demon King and end his reign of terror? Or maybe the realm would be better off if she didnt...? Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 162 pages, B&W. Older Teen (15+) Cover price $13.99.

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Final Issue

Volume 18 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rei Toma. Translated and Adapted by JN Productions. With the battle against Rohan finally over, peace is restored, and Rangetsu resolves to become intimate with Prince Tenyou at last. But when Prince Oushin decides to abdicate the throne, he triggers a duel of succession between the princes. Who will become the new emperor and lead the country into its next chapter? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences Cover price $11.99.

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Final Issue - Limited Edition - Includes 32-page book

Volume 18 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rei Toma. Translated and Adapted by JN Productions. With the battle against Rohan finally over, peace is restored, and Rangetsu resolves to become intimate with Prince Tenyou at last. But when Prince Oushin decides to abdicate the throne, he triggers a duel of succession between the princes. Who will become the new emperor and lead the country into its next chapter? Celebrate the conclusion of the epic romantasy The Kings Beast with this limited edition of the final volume! Comes with an exclusive cover and a 32-page full-color illustration book available nowhere else. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences Cover price $18.99.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Kazuki Kaburagi. Art and cover by Kururi. Translated by Eric Margolis. Adapted by Grappabear. A BITTER PILL TO SWALLOW. Shion has become an avid student of the magical arts, but his studies gain real world relevance when his sister Marie is suddenly struck sick with a mysterious illness that zaps away a victims energy. Marie is not alone, though—this illness of unknown origin is sweeping through the entire kingdom! Shion realizes that magic could be the remedy everyone is looking for. However, when his first attempts at healing magic fail, a few unlikely companions are called upon to help Shion find the cure that could make him a magical healing hero! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 380 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Rated T Cover price $15.99.

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Volume 8 - 1st printing. Based on the Original Concept by Kouhei Horikoshi. Story and Art and cover by Yoko Akiyama. Translated by Caleb Cook. All Might tests his teaching mettle by dealing with truant students, while the story of Best Jeanist and Edgeshots time at U.A. is finally revealed. Then, class 1-A comes together to save the day with the power of good ol teamwork! Also includes Connect to the Day, a prequel story to the My Hero Academia: Youre Next film! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

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Volume 112 - 1st printing. "Elbaph: Part 1!" Story and art by Eiichiro Oda. Translated by Stephen Paul. Its a happy reunion in Elbaph as Robin and Saul are finally together again! But while the Straw Hats celebrate and begin exploring their mysterious new surroundings, something evil may have just snuck in as well… Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Rating: T Cover price $11.99.

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Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Julietta Suzuki. Translated and Adapted by Tomo Kimura. Some vampires live to feast on the blood of their victims. Others just want to score super limited edition anime merch! Hina Alucard is a modern vampire who drinks blood from bags instead of from humans. But shes also a complete shut-in who hasnt left the house in 30 years. In an effort to reach her, Hinas dad does something that changes her life—he gives her a DVD of the Vampire Cross anime! Hina is instantly obsessed, especially with the character Mao. But its difficult to fangirl as hard as she wants from her bedroom in Romania, so now Hina is out of the house and off to Japan to live her otaku dream! Hinas sudden bloodlust for Kyuta has her so confused! Shes never wanted to bite a human before, and asking Viktor for advice would be worse than death. Luckily, Rinya is willing to help. Unluckily, Kyuta thinks Hina is in trouble and comes to Rinyas bar to rescue her! Hina cant keep the truth from Kyuta anymore, but will their friendship survive the revelation that she wants to suck his blood? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

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Volume 37 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. Catch up on the manga before the anime returns! You can rent a girlfriend, but can you buy love? Reeling from a bad breakup, Kazuya rents the beautiful, polite Chizuru for a date. But rock bottom might be so much lower than he thought! Chizuru is much more than the pretty face and sweet demeanor he thought he'd bargained for... In 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... It's sweet but naïve boy meets cute but ruthless girl in this 21st-century manga rom-com! Softcover, 5 3/4-in. x 8 1/4-in., 208 pages, B&W. Older Teen (16+) Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 22 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nakaba Suzuki. Translated by Kevin Steinach. Return to the magical and thrilling world of Britannia with this new adventure from the creator of The Seven Deadly Sins, the manga that inspired the No. 1 hit Netflix Original Anime! Percival has always lived with his grandfather on the idyllic, remote God's Finger. And though Percival loves the simple life, he longs for adventure. That is, until adventure comes knocking at his door, tearing away everything he's ever known and leaving him alone in the world. Now Percival has no choice but to go out into the world and see what it holds... after all, it's his destiny! Four Knights of the Apocalypse is a new story in the world of The Seven Deadly Sins, but can be enjoyed totally on its own! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen (13+) Cover price $10.99.

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Volume 27 - 1st printing. Story and art by Sorata Akiduki. Translated by Caleb Cook. A strange notice advertising for an herbalist appears in the academic district. Shirayuki and Zen go to meet the person who posted the job, but…?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

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Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shun Numa. Translated by Dan Luffey. he West Chinjuku Stations reputation seems firmly lodged in the gutter, as citizens literally run away from Chojo on sight. But after hearing of the stations trials and travails, a TV producer barges in with a plan to remedy that infamy—by making a documentary. Meanwhile, Chojo deals with several stalkers, the station adopts a puppy and gets embroiled in an intense custody battle, and an escaped gorilla gets mistaken for Ippongi! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

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Volume 9 - 1st printing. Written by Motoo Nakanishi. Art and cover by Yu Satomi. Translated by Yui Kajita. DEMONIC CLASH. In 1864, Hatakeyama Yasuhide comes to Jinya with a request: He wants Jinya to slay a demon under his command, Okada Kichi. This demon is an exceptional swordsman, but a dangerous wild card who might strike down anyone he comes across. Even though the story doesnt quite add up, Jinya heads off to clash swords with Okada... Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Teen (13+) Cover price $13.99.

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Volume 46 - 1st printing. Story and art by Mizuho Kusanagi. Adapted by Ysabet Reinhardt MacFarlane. Translated by JN Productions. The Chalice of the Four Dragons Blood unexpectedly claims both Yona and Zeno! The two reunite with Jaeha, Gija, and Sinha in the world within the chalice. They try to escape together, but the Dragon Gods wont let them go that easily… Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.