Comic books in 'Slice of Life/Urban Angst'

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Volume 30 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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! 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 21 - 1st printing. Written by Wataru Watari. Art and cover by Naomichi Io. Translated by Jennifer Ward. "Let me throw your life out of alignment." The prom goes off without a hitch, and Yukino announces the end of the Service Club's activities. Hachiman just can't accept it, though. Hachiman's actions are a big surprise, but what are they...?? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Age 13 and up Cover price $13.00.

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Volume 10 - 1st printing. Written by Yomu Mishima. Art and cover by Jun Shiosato. Character Design by Monda. Translated by Christine Dashiell. Adapted by Brett Hallahan. Leon, the side character turned protagonist, has been arrested! For his own safety, so says Mylene. But perhaps nobody will be safe after Frampton and Hertrude make a secret agreement-the Principality will invade the kingdom and in exchange be granted valuable land! With our hero under lock and key, who can stop this plot, and the plot of the otome game Leon is striving to win, from coming to fruition? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 170 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 26 - 1st printing. Story, art, and cover by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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... Softcover, 5 3/4-in. x 8 1/4-in., 208 pages, B&W. Ages 16+ Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 26 - 1st printing. Story, art, and cover by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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... Softcover, 5 3/4-in. x 8 1/4-in., 208 pages, B&W. Ages 16+ Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 27 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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 27 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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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Written by Kayla Miller and Jeffery Canino. Art and cover by Kristina Luu.

A fun and fresh graphic-novel series spin-off of the New York Times best-selling Click books, featuring aspiring entrepreneurs Beth and Chanda! When the girls land a lucrative dogsitting gig, they're sure that fame, fortune, and popularity can't be far behind, but nothing can prepare them for the mishap that throws their business plan-and friendship-into chaos!

Meet Beth and Chanda, two stylish best friends on their way to building their fashion empire! An unexpected business opportunity presents itself when the girls are asked to dogsit at Ms. Langford's luxurious house while she's away, but it quickly turns into a disaster after an accident leaves one of Ms. Langford's prized possessions in pieces! Now Beth and Chanda have to take on as many odd jobs as they can in order to afford a replacement. Car washing, book sales, interior decorating-you name it, Beth and Chanda are there! Will they be able to patch up their mistake in time?

New York Times best-selling author Kayla Miller and co-author Jeffrey Canino deliver a vibrant and honest story about middle school friendships and personal responsibility. Accompanied by Kristina Luu's fizzy, expressive art style, this graphic novel is the perfect companion to Olive's existing stories.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 216 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 28 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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... 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 28 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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... 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 11 - 1st printing. Written by Yomu Mishima. Art and cover by Jun Shiosato. Character Design by Monda. Translated by Christine Dashiell. Adapted by Brett Hallahan. The war is looking hopeless, and if the situation continues as it is, defeat is inevitable! Thanks to Myene and other members of the King's faction, Leon is assigned to be the fleet's commander-in-chief, but will his genius, and Luxion's incredible power, be enough...? Meanwhile, Marie flees Leon, wailing that she has "lost everything!" and is enraged when Livia comes after! Facing off against Marie, Livia's own worries only deepen... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 170 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 29 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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! 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 30 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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! 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 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tia Yamashina. Translated by JM Iitomi Crandall. Determined to break out of her shell and find real romance, Shoko Shoji signs up for the Love House, an experimental living arrangement putting six young singles under one roof to see what sparks may fly. Her eye is immediately caught by the intriguing young art student, Kei, who appears to have set his sights on her as well. But things are not always as they seem, and soon Shoko walks in on Kei in an intimate moment with another housemate: Momo, the adorably charming and fashionable hairstylist, who's not about to back down from her own chance at love. Softcover, 176 pages, B&W. Rated: 16+ Cover price $12.95.

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Volume 31 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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 32 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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! 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 32 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. 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! 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 21 - 1st printing. Written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro. Art and cover by Yusuke Nomura. Translated by Nate Derr. The Bastard München versus Manshine City match opened with a tremendous goal from Chigiri, who's leveled up his game with a little help from Chris Prince. As Bastard München launches a counterattack, Isagi finds some much-needed backup in Kurona. However, the specter of his teammate Kaiser is always there to shut him out from any scoring opportunities. Can he find the missing piece and finally escape the tyrant's shadow? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W. Older Teen 16+ Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 33 - 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 33 - 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 12 - 1st printing. Written by Yomu Mishima. Art and cover by Jun Shiosato. Character Design by Monda. Translated by Christine Dashiell. Adapted by Brett Hallahan. Thanks to some unfortunate gameplay, a young man named Leon has been reborn into the world of an alternate universe otome game. Facing an absurd scenario where males are no better than livestock who serve at the whim of women, Leon only has one weapon-his knowledge of the dating sim genre-to survive the challenges he faces and inspire a revolt against the system! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 166 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $13.99.

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Volume 7 - 1st printing. Written by Kota Nozomi. Art by Tesshin Azuma. Character design by GUINIU. Translated by Alan Cheng and Rowena Chen. Adapted by T. Campbell. TOKYO TURMOIL! When Ayako first accepted her work assignment in Tokyo, she fully expected to spend a lonely three months without seeing her beloved Takumi. That is, until she arrives at her accommodations and finds none other than the man himself waiting for her behind the door! Navigating cohabitation so early into their relationship proves to be an emotional rollercoaster as these two lovebirds work to figure out both how to work around each other and just how far to take their level of intimacy. But things get even more complicated when Takumis ex-girlfriend makes an appearance! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Teen (13+) Cover price $13.99.

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Volume 34 - 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 34 - 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 35 - 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 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Mika Yamamori. Translated by Jessica Latherow. Yoi Takiguchi's long legs, deep voice, and handsome face are the perfect recipe for an attractive guy-until people realize she is, in fact, a girl. Dubbed a "prince" by her peers since childhood, Yoi has all but given up on being seen as anything else. That is, until she bumps into Ichimura-sempai, the school's other prince (who's a he) and gets a taste of what it feels like to be seen for her true self. The story of the two high school princes starts here! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

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Written by Kayla Miller and Jeffery Canino. Art and cover by Kristina Luu.

A fun and fresh graphic-novel series spin-off of the New York Times best-selling Click books, featuring aspiring entrepreneurs Beth and Chanda! When the girls land a lucrative dogsitting gig, they're sure that fame, fortune, and popularity can't be far behind, but nothing can prepare them for the mishap that throws their business plan-and friendship-into chaos!

Meet Beth and Chanda, two stylish best friends on their way to building their fashion empire! An unexpected business opportunity presents itself when the girls are asked to dogsit at Ms. Langford's luxurious house while she's away, but it quickly turns into a disaster after an accident leaves one of Ms. Langford's prized possessions in pieces! Now Beth and Chanda have to take on as many odd jobs as they can in order to afford a replacement. Car washing, book sales, interior decorating-you name it, Beth and Chanda are there! Will they be able to patch up their mistake in time?

New York Times best-selling author Kayla Miller and co-author Jeffrey Canino deliver a vibrant and honest story about middle school friendships and personal responsibility. Accompanied by Kristina Luu's fizzy, expressive art style, this graphic novel is the perfect companion to Olive's existing stories.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 216 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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Story and art by Jarad Greene.

When Jay's acne goes from bad to worse, he is prescribed a powerful medication that comes with some serious side effects. Regardless, he's convinced it'll all be worth it if clear skin is on the horizon.

Meanwhile, eighth grade isn't going exactly as planned. All of Jay's friends are in different classes; he has no one to sit with at lunch; his best friend, Brace, is avoiding him; and to top it off, Jay doesn't understand why he doesn't share the same feelings two of his fellow classmates, a boy named Mark and a girl named Amy, have for him.

Don't worry, though... everything is going to be a-okay. Right?

Softcover, 240 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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Story and art by Jarad Greene.

When Jay's acne goes from bad to worse, he is prescribed a powerful medication that comes with some serious side effects. Regardless, he's convinced it'll all be worth it if clear skin is on the horizon.

Meanwhile, eighth grade isn't going exactly as planned. All of Jay's friends are in different classes; he has no one to sit with at lunch; his best friend, Brace, is avoiding him; and to top it off, Jay doesn't understand why he doesn't share the same feelings two of his fellow classmates, a boy named Mark and a girl named Amy, have for him.

Don't worry, though... everything is going to be a-okay. Right?

Softcover, 240 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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Story and art by Niki Smith.

Struggling with anxiety after witnessing a harrowing instance of gun violence, Manuel Soto copes through photography, using his cell-phone camera to find anchors that keep him grounded. His days are a lonely, latchkey monotony until he's teamed with his classmates, Sebastian and Caysha, for a group project. Sebastian lives on a grass-fed cattle farm outside of town, and Manuel finds solace in the open fields and in the antics of the newborn calf Sebastian is hand-raising. As Manuel aides his new friends in their preparations for the local county fair, he learns to open up, confronts his deepest fears, and even finds first love.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Niki Smith.

Struggling with anxiety after witnessing a harrowing instance of gun violence, Manuel Soto copes through photography, using his cell-phone camera to find anchors that keep him grounded. His days are a lonely, latchkey monotony until he's teamed with his classmates, Sebastian and Caysha, for a group project. Sebastian lives on a grass-fed cattle farm outside of town, and Manuel finds solace in the open fields and in the antics of the newborn calf Sebastian is hand-raising. As Manuel aides his new friends in their preparations for the local county fair, he learns to open up, confronts his deepest fears, and even finds first love.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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Story and art by Hope Larson.

From New York Times-bestselling and Eisner Award-winning creator Hope Larson comes ll My Friends, the final standalone book in a middle grade graphic novel trilogy about friendship, family, and music.

Middle-schooler Bina has everything she's ever wanted. She has new friends and a new band whose song is about to be featured on her favorite television show.

But being in the spotlight is hard. When Bina and her band are offered a record deal, Bina is thrilled. Her parents are not. Now, Bina is barely speaking to her mom and dad. To make matters worse, Bina and her best friend, Austin, are still awkward around each other after their failed first date.

Perfect for fans of Real Friends and Best Friends by Shannon Hale, this is the story of how Bina finally figures out how to blend the various parts of her life together to make the perfect melody.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, 2C.

Cover price $12.99.

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Written by Christina Diaz Gonzalez. Art and cover by Gabriela Epstein.

Can five overlooked kids make one big difference?

There's George: the brain. Sara: the loner. Dayara: the tough kid. Nico: the rich kid. And Miguel: the athlete. And they're stuck together when they're forced to complete their school's community service hours. Although they're sure they have nothing in common with one another, some people see them as all the same... just five Spanish-speaking kids. Then they meet someone who truly needs their help, and they must decide whether they are each willing to expose their own secrets to help - or if remaining invisible is the only way to survive middle school.

With text in English and Spanish, Invisible features a groundbreaking format paired with an engaging, accessible, and relatable storyline.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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Written by Christina Diaz Gonzalez. Art and cover by Gabriela Epstein.

Can five overlooked kids make one big difference?

There's George: the brain. Sara: the loner. Dayara: the tough kid. Nico: the rich kid. And Miguel: the athlete. And they're stuck together when they're forced to complete their school's community service hours. Although they're sure they have nothing in common with one another, some people see them as all the same... just five Spanish-speaking kids. Then they meet someone who truly needs their help, and they must decide whether they are each willing to expose their own secrets to help - or if remaining invisible is the only way to survive middle school.

With text in English and Spanish, Invisible features a groundbreaking format paired with an engaging, accessible, and relatable storyline.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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Story and art by Mike Dawson.

Lori's game just gets better. She's practicing constantly in her after-school program, and although she's still only playing in the fifth quarter, she's starting to feel confident on the court. But growing brings change; her friends start to branch off into different interests, and even different basketball teams. At home, the family dynamics are changing too, with her dad going back to work, and her mom staying home with the kids for the first time in Lori's life. The brewing tension unsettles Lori, and she begins holding herself back. With the support of her family, and the expertise of her soccer-player-turned-coach mom, Lori must learn how to trust herself and take chances, not just on the court, but in life as well.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 272 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Mike Dawson.

Lori's game just gets better. She's practicing constantly in her after-school program, and although she's still only playing in the fifth quarter, she's starting to feel confident on the court. But growing brings change; her friends start to branch off into different interests, and even different basketball teams. At home, the family dynamics are changing too, with her dad going back to work, and her mom staying home with the kids for the first time in Lori's life. The brewing tension unsettles Lori, and she begins holding herself back. With the support of her family, and the expertise of her soccer-player-turned-coach mom, Lori must learn how to trust herself and take chances, not just on the court, but in life as well.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 272 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $12.99.

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Written by Lee Durfey-Lavoie. Art and cover by Veronica Agarwal.

Starting middle school is hard enough when you don't know anyone; it's even harder when you're shy. A contemporary middle-grade graphic novel for fans of Guts and Real Friends about how dealing with anxiety and OCD can affect everyday life.

As long as Maggie rolls the right number, nothing can go wrong...right?

Maggie just wants to get through her first year of middle school. But between finding the best after-school clubs, trying to make friends, and avoiding the rumored monster on school grounds, she's having a tough time...so she might need a little help from her twenty-sided dice. But what happens if Maggie rolls the wrong number?

A touching middle-grade graphic novel that explores the complexity of anxiety, OCD, and learning to trust yourself and the world around you.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 336 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Rei Taki. Translated by Mishima Kitan.

Welcome to "BAR California," a place where people with different genders, propensities, and sexual orientations gather to find a certain "something." A transgender bisexual who has been hurt by the voices of others, a pansexual looking for true love, and a person who identities as both male and female. There are as many sexualities as there are people.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

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1st printing.

Based on the story by James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein. Adapted by by Adam Rau. Art and cover by Betty Tang.

Jacky Hart found a hidden talent in the performing arts. She wants nothing more than to act and sing all summer - but her parents have other plans for her. Jacky reluctantly signs up for a summer job in her resort town of Seaside Heights, New Jersey, where tourists come to enjoy the beach and carnival atmosphere.

Now she has serious responsibilities like her job and babysitting her younger sisters, but Jacky longs to perform in the summer stock performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Can she handle all of her important commitments and still have fun with her friends, or will she learn that juggling isn't one of her many talents?

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Paru Itagaki. Translated by Tomo Kimura. Adapted by Anette Roman. 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 Rosé, 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! Softcover, 5 1/2-in.x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Paru Itagaki. Translated by Tomo Kimura. Adapted by Anette Roman. 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 Rosé, 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! Softcover, 5 1/2-in.x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Mika Yamamori. Translated by Jessica Latherow. Yoi Takiguchi's long legs, deep voice, and handsome face are the perfect recipe for an attractive guy-until people realize she is, in fact, a girl. Dubbed a "prince" by her peers since childhood, Yoi has all but given up on being seen as anything else. That is, until she bumps into Ichimura-sempai, the school's other prince (who's a he) and gets a taste of what it feels like to be seen for her true self. The story of the two high school princes starts here! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Mika Yamamori. Translated by Jessica Latherow. Yoi Takiguchi's long legs, deep voice, and handsome face are the perfect recipe for an attractive guy-until people realize she is, in fact, a girl. Dubbed a "prince" by her peers since childhood, Yoi has all but given up on being seen as anything else. That is, until she bumps into Ichimura-sempai, the school's other prince (who's a he) and gets a taste of what it feels like to be seen for her true self. The story of the two high school princes starts here! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tia Yamashina. Translated by JM Iitomi Crandall. Determined to break out of her shell and find real romance, Shoko Shoji signs up for the Love House, an experimental living arrangement putting six young singles under one roof to see what sparks may fly. Her eye is immediately caught by the intriguing young art student, Kei, who appears to have set his sights on her as well. But things are not always as they seem, and soon Shoko walks in on Kei in an intimate moment with another housemate: Momo, the adorably charming and fashionable hairstylist, who's not about to back down from her own chance at love. Softcover, 176 pages, B&W. Rated: 16+ Cover price $12.95.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tia Yamashina. Translated by JM Iitomi Crandall. Determined to break out of her shell and find real romance, Shoko Shoji signs up for the Love House, an experimental living arrangement putting six young singles under one roof to see what sparks may fly. Her eye is immediately caught by the intriguing young art student, Kei, who appears to have set his sights on her as well. But things are not always as they seem, and soon Shoko walks in on Kei in an intimate moment with another housemate: Momo, the adorably charming and fashionable hairstylist, who's not about to back down from her own chance at love. Softcover, 176 pages, B&W. Rated: 16+ Cover price $12.95.

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Volume 20 - 1st printing. Written by Wataru Watari. Art and cover by Naomichi Io. Translated by Jennifer Ward. The Soubu High School Prom plan plays out, and all involved in this alternate sham version wrap up their roles and duties. Hachiman sets up karaoke to show his appreciation for the volunteers' hard work. But after the party, Yui has a request of her own-"There's something I'd like to talk about. Would you hear me out?" Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Age 13 and up Cover price $13.00.

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Volume 19 - 1st printing. Written by Wataru Watari. Art and cover by Naomichi Io. Translated by Jennifer Ward. Haruno orders Hachiman to leak the plans. Falling right in Haruno's trap, Yukino's Mother goes to the school to put a stop to the prom! And as Yukino and Hachiman discuss what happened with their little "competition," something between them begins to shift... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Age 13 and up Cover price $13.00.

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1st printing. Story and art by Brie Spangler. In their tiny corner of Fox Point, Rhode Island, Gemma Hopper's older brother Teddy is a baseball god, destined to become a Major League Star. Gemma loves playing baseball, but with her mom gone and her dad working endless overtime, it's up to her to keep the house running. She's too busy folding laundry, making lunches, getting her younger twin brothers to do their homework, and navigating the perils of middle school friendships to take baseball seriously. But every afternoon Gemma picks up her baseball glove to pitch to Teddy during his batting practice-throwing sliders down and away, fastballs right over the middle (not too fast or he'll get mad), and hanging curveballs high and tight. Could baseball be Gemma's ticket to the big leagues or will it mean the end of her family as she knows it? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 272 pages, full color. Cover price $13.99.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Hope Larson.

From New York Times-bestselling and Eisner Award-winning creator Hope Larson comes ll My Friends, the final standalone book in a middle grade graphic novel trilogy about friendship, family, and music.

Middle-schooler Bina has everything she's ever wanted. She has new friends and a new band whose song is about to be featured on her favorite television show.

But being in the spotlight is hard. When Bina and her band are offered a record deal, Bina is thrilled. Her parents are not. Now, Bina is barely speaking to her mom and dad. To make matters worse, Bina and her best friend, Austin, are still awkward around each other after their failed first date.

Perfect for fans of Real Friends and Best Friends by Shannon Hale, this is the story of how Bina finally figures out how to blend the various parts of her life together to make the perfect melody.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, 2C.

Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tia Yamashina. Translated by JM Iitomi Crandall. Determined to break out of her shell and find real romance, Shoko Shoji signs up for the Love House, an experimental living arrangement putting six young singles under one roof to see what sparks may fly. Her eye is immediately caught by the intriguing young art student, Kei, who appears to have set his sights on her as well. But things are not always as they seem, and soon Shoko walks in on Kei in an intimate moment with another housemate: Momo, the adorably charming and fashionable hairstylist, who's not about to back down from her own chance at love. Softcover, 176 pages, B&W. Rated: 16+ Cover price $12.95.