Comic books in 'Slice of Life/Urban Angst'

Volume 20 - 1st printing. Written by Yumi Hotta. Art by Takeshi Obata. The Young LionsGo players under the age of 18 in Japan, Korea and China are getting ready to qualify for the Hokuto Cup, and Hikaru and Akira are both in contention for the Japanese team. The preliminaries prove to be tough going, and Hikaru, stung by a reality check, focuses like never before. But will it be enough to meet the challenge of the unconventional yet formidable go of Kiyoharu Yashiro of the Kansai Go Association? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 21 - 1st printing. Written by Yumi Hotta. Art by Takeshi Obata. After stumbling across a haunted go board, Hikaru Shindo discovers that the spirit of a master player named Fujiwara-no-Sai has taken up residence in his consciousness. Sai awakens in Hikaru an untapped genius for the game, and soon the schoolboy is chasing his own dream--defeating the famed go prodigy Akira Toya! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 22 - 1st printing. Written by Yumi Hotta. Art by Takeshi Obata. After stumbling across a haunted go board, Hikaru Shindo discovers that the spirit of a master player named Fujiwara-no-Sai has taken up residence in his consciousness. Sai awakens in Hikaru an untapped genius for the game, and soon the schoolboy is chasing his own dream--defeating the famed go prodigy Akira Toya! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 23 - 1st printing. Written by Yumi Hotta. Art by Takeshi Obata. Final Volume - Hikaru is in the toughest battle of his life when he faces Ko Yong Ha, Korea's top player in the Hokuto Cup tournament. The stakes, however, aren't for personal glory but for something far deeper, something that differentiates a mere game from a way of life. Hikaru knows what this means to him, but will he understand what it means to the new wave of go players and, indeed, the game of go itself? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

NOTE: This is a Softcover that was rebound and refashioned into a Hardcover version - Volume 13 - 1st printing. Written by Yumi Hotta. Art by Takeshi Obata. Hikaru and Sai are both scheduled for matches with their greatest rivals--Akira Toya and his father, Toya Meijin. How will Sai play without revealing his secret identity? And will Akira's father stand in the way of Hikaru's long anticipated rematch with his son...? The suspense is getting unbearable! Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.95.

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Story and Art by Luke Pearson and Jen Lee. Cover by Luke Pearson. The last time anyone saw Hilda, she had lost all her clothes, turned into a troll, and woke up in a cave! (Her hair, thankfully, is still blue.) And while our fearsome young adventurer loves a surprise, she's still got school to worry about! With the help of her mom, magic and some new friends, our young hero will be home and human before she knows it. Hopefully, that is! 28 pages, full color. All Ages

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1st printing.

Story and art by Harmony Becker.

Living in a new country is no walk in the park-Nao, Hyejung, and Tina can all attest to that. The three of them became fast friends through their time together in the Himawari House in Tokyo and attending the same Japanese cram school. Nao came to Japan to reconnect with her Japanese heritage, while Hyejung and Tina came to find freedom and their own paths.

Though each of them has their own motivations and challenges, they all deal with language barriers, being a fish out of water, self discovery, love, and family.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 384 pages, B&W.

Cover price $17.99.

1st printing.

Story and art by Harmony Becker.

Living in a new country is no walk in the park-Nao, Hyejung, and Tina can all attest to that. The three of them became fast friends through their time together in the Himawari House in Tokyo and attending the same Japanese cram school. Nao came to Japan to reconnect with her Japanese heritage, while Hyejung and Tina came to find freedom and their own paths.

Though each of them has their own motivations and challenges, they all deal with language barriers, being a fish out of water, self discovery, love, and family.

Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 384 pages, B&W.

Cover price $24.99.

Volume 1 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. Taiheis little sister Umaru is the picture of perfection: elegant, poised, and polite–not to mention drop-dead gorgeous, brilliant, and multitalented. Shes the perfect high school girl who everybody envies and adores. What nobody knows is that this perfect little sister has a big secret!! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. Taiheis little sister Umaru is the picture of perfection: elegant, poised, and polite–not to mention drop-dead gorgeous, brilliant, and multitalented. Shes the perfect high school girl who everybody envies and adores. What nobody knows is that this perfect little sister has a big secret!! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 2 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. Tragedy Strikes! The terrifying Motoba Kirie has witnessed Umarus inside face! Horror of horrors! Is it Game Over for our little himouto? Or does Kirie have a secret of her own?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 3 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. LEVELING UP! Umarus world is starting to expand! A coke spill catastrophe leads to a day out at a manga café, and then her dreams of lunchtime pizza are dashed when Ebina shows up with a bag of super high-quality rice. Can Umaru survive a junk food-free meal? Or is she doomed to a lunch of pain and home-cooked suffering?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 4 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. LET THE GAMES BEGIN! The video game tournament has begun! Umarus third persona, UMR, might be the master of the local arcade, but shes up against some stiff competition–including her school rival, Sylphynford. Who will claim the ultimate title when the two classmates face off in the final round?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 5 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. VIDEO GAME MANIA! Taihei knows Umaru is just a liiiiittle obsessed with video games. But when a new game drops and her obsession reaches unexpected heights, he starts getting worried. Can he run interference before things get out of hand? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 6 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. UMARU STRIKES IT RICH! Its time for Umarus New Years allowance! What will she do when Taihei accidentally gives her two allowances? Its time for a battle of right vs. wrong! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 7 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. SHADY BUSINESS! Alex has been spying on Umaru! Just who set him to this dubious task? And why did he agree to take on the job? Umaru is spearheading some suspicious activities, too—like a confession and a plan to abstain from her lazy life. Could her slothful days really be over?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 8 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. HANDS OFF MY ONIISAN! Umaru finds her comfy himouto life thrown for a loop when Hikari, a smart, reclusive girl (and Kanaus little sister) takes an interest in her big brother/personal slave, Taihei. Hikari even manages to worm her way into Umaru and Taiheis precious bread days! Can Umaru keep Taihei all to herself, or is sharing written in the stars?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 9 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. CHASING DREAMS! Girl genius Hikari is now a regular visitor at the Domas apartment, but that wont deter Umaru from living her best lazy life! On a similar (if more productive) note, Kirie dreams of becoming a picture book author—and has taken the first steps toward publication! Does she have what it takes to become a professional?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 10 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. CHASING DREAMS!Umaru has gotten pretty close to Sylphynford in her gamer-girl disguise, but now she finds her friend has a startling secret! The surprises dont stop there: Kanau appears at Taihei and Umarus apartment, and then its time for parent-teacher conferences—and a rare sighting of the girls mothers! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 11 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. NEW FRIENDS AND OLD! Could an encounter in an online video game lead to a new friendship? Speaking of friends, how did Umaru and Ebina become close? Umarus precious himouto life is becoming much busier than she could ever have imagined! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 12 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. AWAY THEY GO! Umaru and her friends, plus their big brothers, take off on a big group trip to Hokkaido for summer vacation! Little do they know, unexpected encounters are about to change their sibling dynamics. Then, when they return, our favorite himouto has one more secret to share! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 13 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Sankakuhead. THE GOOD LIFE! You thought it was over? Surprise! Umaru and friends are back for one final hurrah, with laziness levels powered up, and unexpected new sides of all your favorite characters. But no matter how much changes, one thing will always be the same: the himouto life is full of love and laughs!! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

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Story, Art, and Cover by Ed Piskor. Hip Hop Family Tree Two-In-One by Ed Piskor is the perfect introduction and bridge to Piskor's fun and crtitically acclaimed 5 volume book series! This full-color comic book offers two self-contained stories form Hip Hop Family Tree Volumes 1 & 2 as well as new guest pin-ups and content just for FCBD! Lovingly produced and designed in homage to Marvel Comic's beloved Marvel Two-In-One-Make mine Hip Hop! 32 pages, full color.

1st Edition - 1st printing.

Story and art by John Green.

When Hippo left the zoo, he was ready for adventure! But is he ready for his first job?

The zoo isn't what it used to be. It's run-down and falling apart. Hippo hardly ever gets any visitors. So he decides to set off for the outside with his friend Red Panda.

To make it in the human world, Hippo will have to become a Hippopotamister: he'll have to act like a human, get a job, and wear a hat as a disguise. He's a good employee, whether he's a construction worker, a hair stylist, or a sous chef. But what he really needs is a job where he can be himself.

Hardcover, 7-in.x 9-in., 96 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.99.

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Revised Edition - 1st printing.

Story and art by John Green.

When Hippo left the zoo, he was ready for adventure! But is he ready for his first job?

The zoo isn't what it used to be. It's run-down and falling apart. Hippo hardly ever gets any visitors. So he decides to set off for the outside with his friend Red Panda.

To make it in the human world, Hippo will have to become a Hippopotamister: he'll have to act like a human, get a job, and wear a hat as a disguise. He's a good employee, whether he's a construction worker, a hair stylist, or a sous chef. But what he really needs is a job where he can be himself.

Hardcover, 5-in.x 8-in., 96 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Keigo Shinzo. Translated by Jan Mitsuko Cash. At 29 years old, carefree Hiroto Ikuta doesn't have a girlfriend, a full-time job, or a plan for the future-and he couldn't be happier. Hiroto's breezy attitude isn't easy for everyone to understand, though. In a world filled with anxiety, confusion, and grief, Hiroto and the people who surround him are all just doing their best to figure out this thing called life. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Keigo Shinzo. Translated by Jan Mitsuko Cash. The summer weather isn't the only thing heating up around Hiroto's little family home. Hiroto's best friend, Hideki, becomes increasingly worried about becoming a father; Yomogi, Hiroto's new friend, starts feeling the stress of her busy real estate job; and Natsumi's friend Akari struggles with her self confidence. With everyone under so much pressure, Hiroto's chill attitude is downright frustrating. But with things about to reach their boiling point at the Asagaya Tanabata Festival, Hiroto's positive outlook might be just the thing they need to relieve the tension. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Keigo Shinzo. Translated by Jan Mitsuko Cash. Change is in the air as the clear autumn skies sweep over Tokyo. Hiroto's best friend Hideki adjusts to being a new father while Yomogi, the bustling real estate agent, helps a lonely writer look for a new apartment. And with the University Arts Festival right around the corner, an unexpected declaration of love may just bring the biggest change of all! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Keigo Shinzo. Translated by Jan Mitsuko Cash. Christmas is right around the corner, but when Natsumi decides to host a holiday party, she runs into a bit more trouble than she bargained for! Meanwhile, Hiroto and Yomogi can't seem to stop bumping into each other. As the lives of this serious realtor and laid-back part-timer continue to collide, they may just find themselves becoming less and less set in their ways. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Keigo Shinzo. Translated by Jan Mitsuko Cash. A whole year has passed since Hiroto and his cousin Natsumi began living together. But even with the cherry blossoms blooming around them, Hiroto is worried about his friend Hideki. Though Hideki claims to have mastered the perfect work-life balance, Hiroto can't help but wonder if his friend is letting his career affect his new responsibilities as a father... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Keigo Shinzo. Translated by Jan Mitsuko Cash. There's never a dull day at the office when you're a magical girl! Are you looking for something new? Something challenging? Something very highly paid? Exterminating monsters is an exciting, fast-paced field that will get you out from behind a desk and into the action. With over 500 magical girl companies now in operation, you're sure to find a position-and a uniform-that fits. Start your career as a magical girl today! As the push to deregulate magic power continues, certain factions are willing to go to any extreme to further their agenda-including unleashing an artificial kaii on Tokyo Bay! Magilumiere tries to take on the unnatural beast, but Ast shows up out of the blue with a new device that seems to make short work of the kaii...right up until it comes back to life. With Ast's and her own reputation on the line, Tsuchiba is determined to finish the job no matter the cost. Can Kana and her coworkers keep this unprecedented extermination from turning deadly? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Keigo Shinzo. Translated by Jan Mitsuko Cash. This years Asagaya Tanabata Festival is right around the corner, but the upcoming festivities are the last thing on anyones mind. While Hiroto and Hideki break into a heated argument over their new zombie film, Natsumi must deal with the fallout of a fight with Akari that may threaten their entire friendship. Will these four friends find a way to put aside their differences, or will their relationships melt away in the summer heat? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Keigo Shinzo. Translated by Jan Mitsuko Cash. Determined to make the most of their summer, Natsumi and the gang have decided to head off on a road trip. But when Yamadas friend Orui unexpectedly tags along, sparks start flying between him and Natsumi in more ways than one! Meanwhile, Yomogi has her own dilemma to deal with when, after a romantic date with Ishikawa, she realizes that she might have feelings for someone else… Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. Written by David Leopold. Art and cover by Al Hirshfeld. Al Hirschfeld, the legendary artist who redefined caricature and exemplified Broadway, Hollywood, and anywhere the performing arts are presented, enchanting generations with his singular mastery of line, is now revealed in more than 370 of his iconic black-and-white and color drawings, illustrations, and photographs. With a rich biographical text by David Leopold, Hirschfeld authority, who's spent more than twenty years documenting the artist's work and life and who has brought all of his knowledge to this new, sumptuous, and ambitious portrait of the artist and his age. Here, through Hirschfeld's pen, are: Ethel Merman, Benny Goodman, Zero Mostel, Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney, Katharine Hepburn, the Marx Brothers, Barbra Streisand, Wynton Marsalis, Mick Jagger, Katharine Cornell, Spencer Tracy, and many more. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 336 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $40.00.

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The Walled City Trilogy: Book 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Anne Opotowsky. Art by Aya Morton.

Imperialist controlled Hong Kong, the British ruling classes, the ambitious dynasty influenced Chinese, all create an amazing labyrinth for His Dream of the Skyland, the first book in The Walled City trilogy. The Chinese-colonial inspired illustrations create an utterly distinct experience. His Dream of the Skyland immerses the reader in a world that is opulent, dark and absorbing.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/2-in., 304 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story art and Cover by Chorisuke Natsumi. Tall, busty high schooler Takano Hitomi has shark teeth, a looming presence, and a truly terrifying face. As an upperclassman named Usami Yuu finds out, however, looks can be deceiving. Beneath her massive frame and intense glare, Hitomi-chan is a sweet girl who just wants to overcome her social anxiety and make some friends. As Yuu gets to know her, they grow close—so close that maybe friendship wont be enough! Dont miss this charming romcom between a scary-but-sweet girl and her smaller, loving senpai! Softcover, square-bound, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story art and Cover by Chorisuke Natsumi. Hitomi-chans appearance causes a lot of misunderstandings, but things usually turn out okay, thanks to her sweet demeanor. When she has a run-in with a girl whos almost as scary looking as she is, however, her terrifying features might be her only saving grace. Which scary girl will emerge victorious? Softcover, square-bound, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story art and Cover by Chorisuke Natsumi. Hitomi-chan and her senpai Usami-kun are spending more and more time together, both at home and around town. As they get to know each other better, Usami finds himself wanting to get even closer to Hitomi, who seems to be opening up around him! Is their budding romance finally going somewhere? Softcover, square-bound, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story art and Cover by Chorisuke Natsumi. Its winter time for Hitomi-chan and Usa-kun! Between a heavy snowfall and a special Christmas spent together, the supposedly shy Hitomi-chan begins to show her assertive side. As the two grow ever closer and their bond ever sweeter, this slice-of-high-school-life-rom-com steps it up to the next level! Softcover, square-bound, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story art and Cover by Chorisuke Natsumi. Hitomi-chan might look like a bad girl, but shes got a heart of gold–and its been captured by Usa-kun! Between exchanging Valentines Day presents, and somehow ending up in a hot spring together, she seems ready to make some moves. But is Usa-kun ready to reveal his true feelings?! Softcover, square-bound, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Cross-Comic Cover Jam by all Contributing artists. Features "Yolk" by Eleanor Davis, "Reality Blvd.: Terminal" by Karl Kressbach, "American Protest" by Nate Neal, "A Treatise on Cannibalism" by Lydia Gregg, "Captured in a Petridish" by Mitch Hess and more! 48 pgs. B&W with color cover. Cover price $2.95.

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Cover by Nate Neal. Features "Nostrildumbass" and "The Antagonists" by Nate Neal, "The Law of Bone Healing" by Lydia Gregg, "Reflex" by Karl Kressbach, "The Three Bad Ones" by Eleanor Davis and more! 32 pgs. B&W with color cover. Cover price $2.95.

Cover by Lydia Gregg, features:"The Red and the Blue" by Nate Neal, "The Pursuit of Happiness" by Lydia Gregg, "Reality Blvd.: An Elegant Drift" by Karl Kressbach and "Banjo" by Eleanor Davis. 32 pgs. B&W with color cover. Cover price $2.95.

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Cartoons and stories by Jules Feiffer. 6-in. x 8-in. Softcover B&W Cover price $1.95.

Cartoons and stories by Jules Feiffer. 6-in. x 8-in. Softcover B&W Cover price $1.95.

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(W/A/CA) Jeremy Massie. Set in the 1990s among the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia, Holler follows the misadventures of four young friends who form a garage band, while navigating the ups and downs of teenage existence. Featured stories this issue include: "The Nirvana Shirt", where the fate of a favorite t-shirt is on the line; "The Origin of Magnesium Mama", which shows us it's not so easy to come up with a good name for your band; "First Show at the Bistro", that details a band's journey, both harrowing and exciting, to the Battle of the Bands. Also included this issue are one pagers "Getting in Tune" and "The Booger: A Confessional Comic". Finally an alt-rock, grunge-fueled comic that everyone can enjoy! 8x9; 32 Pages, FC. Cover price $5.99.

(W/A/CA) Jeremy Massie. Set in the 1990s among the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia, Holler follows the misadventures of four young friends who form a garage band, while navigating the ups and downs of teenage existence. Featured stories this issue include: "The Nirvana Shirt", where the fate of a favorite t-shirt is on the line; "The Origin of Magnesium Mama", which shows us it's not so easy to come up with a good name for your band; "First Show at the Bistro", that details a band's journey, both harrowing and exciting, to the Battle of the Bands. Also included this issue are one pagers "Getting in Tune" and "The Booger: A Confessional Comic". Finally an alt-rock, grunge-fueled comic that everyone can enjoy! 8x9; 32 Pages, FC. Cover price $5.99.