Comic books in 'Manga', graded by CBCS

by Tom Root Jerzy Drozd Ever wonder what would happen if a couple hundred high school kids got superpowers and started whaling on each other? If so, this is the comic for you! While the entire school is duking it out for the entertainment of some nasty aliens, who're broadcasting the whole debacle on pay-per-view TV back on the home planet, our hero Evan discovers the terrible secret of the strange device ticking away in the teachers' lounge! If Evan doesn't figure out a way to stop evil class president Victor from destroying all those who oppose him, then everyone's gonna be S.O.L.! That's right, baby ? it's time for an Evan vs. Victor showdown! Part two of a new three-issue mini-series from writer Tom Root (ToyFare magazine's "Twisted ToyFare Theatre") and artist Jerzy Drozd (Ninja High School, Hitomi)! b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

by Tom Root & Jerzy Drozd Great googly moogly! High school kids with superpowers are beating the tar out of each other for the entertainment of some creepy aliens, who are broadcasting the spectacle back to their home planet via pay-per-view TV! Only our hero, Evan, knows how this game is going to end: he's got to stop evil class president Victor from vanquishing the entire student body before their real opponent shows up! Now a handful of survivors must square off against a newcomer more powerful than all of them put together! The thrilling conclusion to the three-issue mini-series from writer Tom Root (ToyFare magazine's "Twisted ToyFare Theatre") and artist Jerzy Drozd (Ninja High School, Hitomi)! b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story, art and cover by Jin. Its not easy being a super-villainess when youre crushing hard on your superhero nemesis. Miss Black General is the evil executive of the secret organization RX and dreams of world domination. Problem is, Brave Man–the hero that gives her warm fuzzies–is set on thwarting all of her dastardly plots. To make matters even more complicated, Miss Black General has a habit of misinterpreting Brave Mans counterattacks–as flirtation. This slapstick comedy puts a romantic twist on the age-old battle of good vs. evil! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story, art and cover by Jin. The Black General might be a villain with plans for world domination, but her motives are pure: she became a bad guy in order to get close to her crush, the superhero Braveman! But when Braveman takes on a cute, female sidekick, the General starts to think that maybe she chose the wrong path after all! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story, art and cover by Jin. The Black General became a villain in order to get closer to Braveman, her superhero crush, but even after all this time shes still no closer to winning his heart. Unfortunately for Braveman, thanks to the Generals shenanigans, everyone believes that the two of them are a couple! Can Braveman set the record straight and save his reputation as a hero?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story, art and cover by Jin. The Black General became a villain in order to get closer to Braveman, her superhero crush, but even after all this time shes still no closer to winning his heart. Unfortunately for Braveman, thanks to the Generals shenanigans, everyone believes that the two of them are a couple! Can Braveman set the record straight and save his reputation as a hero?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story, art and cover by Jin. After being infiltrated, the Hero League is in turmoil. Luckily, the top hero in the country, Mother Justice, has returned to help rebuild. While most people are happy shes back, the General only sees her as a rival for Bravemans heart! Will the power of love give her the strength to take on one of the worlds mightiest heroes?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story, art and cover by Jin. The dust has settled after the last scandal with the Hero League, and the General once again finds herself in a series of romantic escapades as she tries—and fails—to win Bravemans affections. But a new threat has emerged, standing against both heroes and villains! If the General hopes to prevail, she mustnt lose heart in love or battle! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story, art and cover by Jin. A new power known as the Organization has emerged, led by the charismatic-and-definitely-not-copyright-infringing Jester! What kind of might does this Organization have at its disposal? And does our intrepid General have what it takes to stand up to them? Well, if its a fight they want, then its a fight theyll get! The entire Villain League is rolling out! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story, art and cover by Jin. The incident with the Organization has been settled (for the time being)! But with the arrival of a new character whos dissatisfied with the gutless state of the Hero League, peace and quiet is highly unlikely. Meanwhile, the General arms herself with some new equipment and sets out to make Braveman give in to her! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 1 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and Cover by Kanako Inuki. If Kurumi offers you a present, RUN! Shunned at school and ignored by her parents, young Kurumi never received presents on her birthday. Years pass, and Kurumi never ages - simply because she has never opened a present. Now as an older woman trapped in a young girl's body, is is her calling to travel around and bestow gifts on others. Unfortunately, these presents never quite turn out to be what the recipients desired....There is always a dark side to the gifts and a high, usually fatal price to pay! Softcover, 200 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $12.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Shinsuke Kurihashi. The final volume of Maniac Road has come and gone, but author Kurihashi delves deeper into the otaku crazed world of fandom with Pretty Maniacs! Hoping to further the manga/anime craze, Takezou sets up and sister shop in the U.S. Watch as this new zany bunch of cute otaku girls match wits with other fans in this humorous and off beat romp through the world of Japanese fandom. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. By Shinsuke Kurihashi. Shinano has the manga club up and running, but all her efforts could be in vain. Her high school is scheduled to merge with an all-boys school, and the results could spell disaster. The merger brings more than they expected. Love is in the air, and Yura and Shinano are far from immune to its effects. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. It's Sergio Leone meets Spawn when an Old West priest sells his soul to a devil to get revenge! Ivan Isaacs was once a priest. Devoted to his faith, he would have given up anything for it. Then the establishment he believed in turned on him, sending him headlong into Hell. Now, he's back. With the priesthood now corrupt with demons, the undead and black prayers, he has returned with the help of the demon Belial, a voice in the darkness who offered Ivan a chance at vengeance, in exchange for his soul. With his six-shooter, a Bowie knife at his side, and the white collar of his former life adorning his neck, he is a pale rider, lost in a barren wild west where past and future collide. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. By Min-Woo Hyung. It's Sergio Leone meets Spawn when an Old West priest sells his soul to a devil to get revenge! Ivan Isaacs was once a priest. Devoted to his faith, he would have given up anything for it. Then the establishment he believed in turned on him, sending him headlong into Hell. Now, he's back. With the priesthood now corrupt with demons, the undead and black prayers, he has returned with the help of the demon Belial, a voice in the darkness who offered Ivan a chance at vengeance, in exchange for his soul. With his six-shooter, a Bowie knife at his side, and the white collar of his former life adorning his neck, he is a pale rider, lost in a barren wild west where past and future collide. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. It's Sergio Leone meets Spawn when an "Old West" priest sells his soul to a devil to get revenge! In the American West, a priest named Ivan gave his soul to the demon, Temoraz. He has been granted immortality and supernatural powers that he can use to fight other devils... at least until the day comes when the demon within takes over his body for good. There's another corrupted priest on the frontier, and he's not as strong as Ivan when it comes to suppressing the demon within. When the beast bursts free from the priest's body, Ivan must stop it to kept the demon hordes in check. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. By Min-Woo Hyung. It's Sergio Leone meets Spawn when an "Old West" priest sells his soul to a devil to get revenge! In the American West, a priest named Ivan gave his soul to the demon, Temoraz. He has been granted immortality and supernatural powers that he can use to fight other devils... at least until the day comes when the demon within takes over his body for good. There's another corrupted priest on the frontier, and he's not as strong as Ivan when it comes to suppressing the demon within. When the beast bursts free from the priest's body, Ivan must stop it to kept the demon hordes in check. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. Temozarela, a fallen archangel with plans to upset the supernatural order, has sent his strongest minions to battle Ivan Isaacs. The last corrupt preacher to battle Ivan, Jarbilong, was defeated at Isaacs' hands. Now Temozarela must find a new way to stop Isaacs. The third volume of the controversial Korean horror series begins to explain the origins of Ivan Isaacs, a priest who sold his soul to the devil Belial. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. By Min-Woo Hyung. Temozarela, a fallen archangel with plans to upset the supernatural order, has sent his strongest minions to battle Ivan Isaacs. The last corrupt preacher to battle Ivan, Jarbilong, was defeated at Isaacs' hands. Now Temozarela must find a new way to stop Isaacs. The third volume of the controversial Korean horror series begins to explain the origins of Ivan Isaacs, a priest who sold his soul to the devil Belial. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. Temozarela, a fallen archangel with plans to upset the supernatural order, has sent his strongest minions to battle Ivan Isaacs. The last corrupt preacher to battle Ivan, Jarbilong, was defeated at Isaacs' hands. Now Temozarela must find a new way to stop Isaacs. The fourth volume of the controversial Korean horror series begins to explain the origins of Ivan Isaacs, a priest who sold his soul to the devil Belial. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. By Min-Woo Hyung. Temozarela, a fallen archangel with plans to upset the supernatural order, has sent his strongest minions to battle Ivan Isaacs. The last corrupt preacher to battle Ivan, Jarbilong, was defeated at Isaacs' hands. Now Temozarela must find a new way to stop Isaacs. The fourth volume of the controversial Korean horror series begins to explain the origins of Ivan Isaacs, a priest who sold his soul to the devil Belial. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. Vascar De Guillon was once willing to give his life for the cross serving as a knight in the crusades. However, time and experience can change a man and when De Guillon is brought to trial for his sins, the church sends Belial Gabarre to serve as prosecutor. Belial soon finds himself the defendant when De Guillon uses any means at his unholy disposal in his attempt to corrupt Belial's faith. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 5 - 2nd and later printings. By Min-Woo Hyung. Vascar De Guillon was once willing to give his life for the cross serving as a knight in the crusades. However, time and experience can change a man and when De Guillon is brought to trial for his sins, the church sends Belial Gabarre to serve as prosecutor. Belial soon finds himself the defendant when De Guillon uses any means at his unholy disposal in his attempt to corrupt Belial's faith. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. Belial Gabarre thought his faith was unbreakable. He was wrong. When an agent of Temozarela corrupts Belial's own son, he loses faith, but rather than join Temozarela, he gives his soul to the Lord of Darkness himself in order to fight Temozarela. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 6 - 2nd and later printings. By Min-Woo Hyung. Belial Gabarre thought his faith was unbreakable. He was wrong. When an agent of Temozarela corrupts Belial's own son, he loses faith, but rather than join Temozarela, he gives his soul to the Lord of Darkness himself in order to fight Temozarela. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. With the Domas Poradas opened, the spirit of Temozarela has escaped, but the fallen angel is too weak to survive alone. Drawn to his cries, his followers arrive to him to safety, leaving the young priest Ivan Isaacs in the unholy prison in Temozarela's place. In order to escape his prison and avenge his beloved's death, Ivan must make an unholy pact that will change his destiny forever. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. Ivan Isaacs continues his bloody march toward a showdown with Akmode. Under Akmode's panoptic gaze and influence, the townspeople have turned into walking zombies feasting on one another's bodies. After fighting through an army of deformed creatures, Ivan finally stands face to face with Akmode... Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 2nd or later printings. By Min-Woo Hyung. Ivan Isaacs continues his bloody march toward a showdown with Akmode. Under Akmode's panoptic gaze and influence, the townspeople have turned into walking zombies feasting on one another's bodies. After fighting through an army of deformed creatures, Ivan finally stands face to face with Akmode... Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 10 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. Despite being locked in mortal combat with Achmode, Ivan, resists the temptations of Belial to the end. He would rather die than give up his will, his ability to choose, completely. Temozarela finally intervenes - and his messenger informs all that Ivan's pilgrimage is far from over. After all this, Lizzie and Ivan have a nasty encounter with Coburn and gang... Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 11 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. Federal marshal Coburn and his team aren't the only one's tracking Ivan and Temozarela. The order of St. Vertinez, the Vatican's secret branch for taking care of the church's "dirty laundry," has been sent to the West to take care of the "incident" at Stonetale Abbey and its aftermath. Meanwhile, Lizzie has escaped from the marshal's custody and has settled in with a new band of outlaws. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 12 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. CHOIR OF WOLVES-Though the baptism of blood continues to spread, one last sanctuary for the afflicted remains. Nera, the guardian saint of Windtale, will not remain silent as a sheep before its shears when evil moves in on her beloved flock. With her resurrected wolf Bendo, she will bear the fangs of determination against Ivan Isaacs, Temozarela or anyone else who threatens their way of life. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 13 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. Eons ago the angel Netraphim was commanded to guard the final gate of heaven. However, this faithful guardian could not prevent Temozarela from proceeding down the path of dissension and war upon man. Now as the bloodiest power struggle ever ignited rides in on the coattails of Ivan Isaacs, will the guardian of Windtale be able to protect this last outpost of outcasts? Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 14 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. In his unyielding battle to quench a thirst for vengeance, Ivan Isaac must now do a twisted tango with his most tantalizing opponent yet: Zamade, Temozarela's right-hand man. Ivan has a burning desire for revenge--he is looking for a little payback, and will kill anybody who crosses his path! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 15 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. At last, the dark saga of Priest continues! Death has come to Windtale, the corrupt town of farmers and freaks. As Ivan wrestles with his demons, the citizens of Windtale are haunted by a more human horrorâ"an evil townsman named Mr. Dudley. Will Nera, the kind-hearted guardian of the Windtale gypsies, find herself the latest victim in his crusade against humanity? Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 15 - 2nd printing and later. By Min-Woo Hyung. At last, the dark saga of Priest continues! Death has come to Windtale, the corrupt town of farmers and freaks. As Ivan wrestles with his demons, the citizens of Windtale are haunted by a more human horrorâ"an evil townsman named Mr. Dudley. Will Nera, the kind-hearted guardian of the Windtale gypsies, find herself the latest victim in his crusade against humanity? Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 16 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. The deadly massacre by the Order of St. Vertinez sweeps through Windtale. Dudley charges all villagers to defend Windtale with their lives. Ivan is lost in his own rage to realize the villagers need him. Is it already too late for them to escape the wrath of the Order? Vengeance may taste sweet, but Ivan must take a sip in order to reap his on the Order. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 – 1st printing. "Destitution!" Written by Courtney Love, Misaho Kujiradou and D.J. Milky. Art by Misaho Kujiradou. Ai is the only royal princess of Ai-Land, a magical kingdom caught in the midst of a horrific revolution. When Princess Ai makes a hasty escape from her war-torn land, she finds herself in modern-day Tokyo. Confused and in shock, Ai wanders the streets in this strange new land to unravel the secrets that could tear her and her kingdom apart...The first volume of Princess Ai is a journey to the heights of fame and fortune found in this world and beyond! 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 1 – 2nd and later printings. "Destitution!" Written by Courtney Love, Misaho Kujiradou and D.J. Milky. Art by Misaho Kujiradou. Ai is the only royal princess of Ai-Land, a magical kingdom caught in the midst of a horrific revolution. When Princess Ai makes a hasty escape from her war-torn land, she finds herself in modern-day Tokyo. Confused and in shock, Ai wanders the streets in this strange new land to unravel the secrets that could tear her and her kingdom apart...The first volume of Princess Ai is a journey to the heights of fame and fortune found in this world and beyond! 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 2 – 1st printing. "Lumination!" Written by Courtney Love, Misaho Kujiradou and D.J. Milky. Art by Misaho Kujiradou. As Ai becomes more and more involved in the entertainment industry, she learns the hard way that there is always a price to pay for fame. When a scandal surfaces involving a love triangle between Ai, Kent and Hikaru, the media attention seems like it will be the perfect boost for her new album release. Ai loves Kent, but will this scandal put their love to the ultimate test? 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 2 – 2nd and later printings. "Lumination!" Written by Courtney Love, Misaho Kujiradou and D.J. Milky. Art by Misaho Kujiradou. As Ai becomes more and more involved in the entertainment industry, she learns the hard way that there is always a price to pay for fame. When a scandal surfaces involving a love triangle between Ai, Kent and Hikaru, the media attention seems like it will be the perfect boost for her new album release. Ai loves Kent, but will this scandal put their love to the ultimate test? 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 3 – 1st printing. "Evolution!" Written by Courtney Love, Misaho Kujiradou and D.J. Milky. Art by Misaho Kujiradou. Princess Ai's journey of discovery continues...but our tempestuous Princess may not like what she finds! As more outrageous assassins arrive from Ai-land, H.T.A. unveils its plan to turn their hot new diva into a falling star. Even with Kent by her side, can Ai avoid her enemies and still find a way to bring peace to her troubled homeland? 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 3 – 2nd and later printings. "Evolution!" Written by Courtney Love, Misaho Kujiradou and D.J. Milky. Art by Misaho Kujiradou. Princess Ai's journey of discovery continues...but our tempestuous Princess may not like what she finds! As more outrageous assassins arrive from Ai-land, H.T.A. unveils its plan to turn their hot new diva into a falling star. Even with Kent by her side, can Ai avoid her enemies and still find a way to bring peace to her troubled homeland? 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.

Tomoko Taniguchi, the popular artist of Call Me Princess and Aquarium, returns with an all-new series from CPM! Both a charming fairy and an adventure story, Princess Prince is also a fun, fantasy adventure set in the magical Kingdom of Gemstone. Starring Laurie and Matthew, the Princess and Prince of the kingdom, the series follow them on a quest to find a mysterious, lost treasure. Like all Japanese shojo (women's/girls' comics), it's not just a fun and romantic adventure, but also a story with fully-developed characters struggling with what it means to be a boy or a girl. Tomoko Taniguchi's art style is at its liveliest and most engaging in this all-new series, and she's now a regular and popular guest at U.S. cons. The first issue features an alternate, wraparound cover by Leah Hernandez (Rumble Girls), shipping in a 50/50 ratio. b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Tomoko Taniguchi. Princess Laurie and Prince Matthew are the heirs to the throne of the kingdom of Gemstone. They are twins who have just celebrated their 15th birthdays, but they have a secret -- because of the warning of a curse that would befall the kingdom, their father the king had to hide Princess Laurie's real identity. He is actually...Prince Lawrence! He has to find a mysterious, lost treasure, and he and his friend Janey are captured by bandits when they go searching for the mysterious cave where it's hidden! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Tomoko Taniguchi, the popular artist of Call Me Princess and Aquarium, continues her new shojo (women's and girl's comics) fantasy adventure series starring the twins Prince Matthew and Princess Laurie, who is really Prince Lawrence who because of a curse that would befall their kingdom, has to pretend to be a girl! In this issue, Lawrence continues to be torn between his feelings for the lovely Jenny and his duty to the kingdom. The royal heirs are on a quest to recover the lost "Gem of Power," which may hold the key to the kingdom's fate and their futures, and fight off an attack from lion-riding skull masked warriors as they approach the estate where the gem is hidden. Action and mystery, combined with character-driven stories that deal with issues like growing up a boy or a girl make this series a must for all readers who love manga and comics that deal with real social issues. b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Tomoko Taniguchi. Prince Matthew meets a mysterious and beautiful lady in a lake in the latest issue of Tomoko Taniguchi's all-new shojo (women's and girls' comics) fantasy-adventure series! Prince Matthew thinks he has found a mermaid when he sees a gorgeous, dark-skinned girl skinny-dipping, but when she emerges, he sees she is just a lovely girl. She is searching for her lost brother, and has experienced prejudice on her travels because of her dark skin. Romance, magic and mystery combined with character-driven stories that deal with issues like prejudice against those who are different make this series a must for all readers who love manga and comics that deal with real social issues. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

By Tomoko Taniguchi. A hilarious and exciting fairy-tale adventure featuring a young prince who has to dress like a princess to save the magical Kingdom of Gemstone from a terrible curse, while trying to find a way to tell his true love who he really is without endangering the kingdom! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

By Tomoko Taniguchi. Prince Matthew has met a beautiful, dark-skinned woman, an exile from a faraway land, who has experienced terrible prejudice on her travels only because of her appearance. She is searching for her lost brother and a way to return home, and in this issue she finds her brother, but she and Matthew also find they are deeply attracted to one another. Will the royal family welcome her? Or will she have to take her brother and return to her distant homeland? b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.