Shojo Beat (2005) comic books 2003-2005

By Various. Keep your eyes peeled this spring for the premiere issue of VIZ's new monthly manga magazine, Shojo Beat! Manga from the heart! Packed with six brand-new shojo titles from Japan, Shojo Beat brings you beautiful artwork and compelling storylines from creators such as superstar Yuu Watase! Shojo Beat also brings you the latest in Japanese fashion, music, art, culture, and shopping -- plus contests, how-tos, industry updates, interviews, and much more! So clear your schedule and get ready to laugh, cry, live, learn, and fall in love. In this issue: 100 pages of the hit series Nana; Straight from Tokyo: The Top 10 Things to Wear, Drink, and Say this Summer; Fushigi Yugi creator Yuu Watase talks art and inspiration; Shojo Sports Manga, plus an interview with Olympic volleyball star Ogonna Nnamani. Plus: Over 300 pages of manga, featuring the complete first chapters of Godchild, Absolute Boyfriend, Baby & Me, Kaze Hikaru and Crimson Hero. And: Win a Mini Cooper! Magazine, 330 pages, PC/PB&W. T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ's new monthly manga magazine, Shojo Beat! Manga from the Heart! Packed with six brand-new shojo titles from Japan, Shojo Beat brings you beautiful artwork and compelling storylines from superstar creators! Shojo Beat also brings you the latest in Japanese fashion, music, art, culture, and shopping -- plus contests, how- tos, industry updates, interviews, and much more! So clear your schedule and get ready to laugh, cry, live, learn, and fall in love. In this issue: Meet the other Nana; How to Draw Manga; The Cutest, Coolest Gadgets from Japan; Inside J-pop - The Pillows, Puffy Amiyumi and more. Plus: Over 230 pages of manga, as the stories continue - Godchild, Baby & Me, Kaze Hikaru, Absolute Boyfriend and Crimson Hero. And: Win art supplies! Magazine, 7-in. x 10-in., 330 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's new monthly manga magazine, Shojo Beat offers vast quantities of serialized shojo manga appearing in the United States for the first time. In addition to tons of beautiful artwork and compelling storylines from well-known manga creators, Shojo Beat offers quality editorial on Japanese trends, art, news, fashion, and culture, plus interviews, how-tos, and more! In this issue: Godchild - Mr. Tall, Dark and Mysterious is Here! Interview with Godchild creator Kaori Yuki, as she exposes her dark side: Plus: How to Draw series continues; Games Galore - Anime-style Sims, Shojo Beat Top Picks, Girls and Gaming, and more; J-Bands; Hello Kitty Surfing; Kamikaze Girls Film. And: Over 200 pages of fresh, dewy drama as the stories intensify - Nana, Baby & Me, Kaze Hikaru, Absolute Boyfriend and Crimson Hero. Magazine, 7-in. x 10-in., 330 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's new monthly manga magazine, Shojo Beat offers vast quantities of serialized shojo manga appearing in the United States for the first time. In addition to tons of beautiful artwork and compelling storylines from well-known manga creators, Shojo Beat offers quality editorial on Japanese trends, art, news, fashion, and culture, plus interviews, how-tos, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike. In this issue: Nana - Friends Forever?; 6 Steps to Making the Perfect Costume; Interview - The Stars of Kamikaze Girls on Goth and Girl Gangs; Ultimate Text Messaging Guide. Plus: 226 Plucky Pages of Manga - Baby & Me, Godchild, Absolute Boyfriend, Kaze Hikaru, Crimson Hero, and a special preview manga! Also: Win an iPod mini! Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's new monthly manga magazine, Shojo Beat offers vast quantities of serialized shojo manga appearing in the United States for the first time. In addition to tons of beautiful artwork and compelling storylines from well-known manga creators, Shojo Beat offers quality editorial on Japanese trends, art, news, fashion, and culture, plus interviews, how-tos, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike. In this issue: Kaze Hikaru - Sweet Revenge; Interview - Kaze Hikaru Creator Taeko Watanabe's Lighthearted Revolution; Bring Your Creativity to Life - Make Prints, Create Wearable Art; Craft a Comic; iTunes Japan - What's in it for You? Plus: 241 Sparkling New Pages of Manga - Absolute Boyfriend, Baby & Me, Crimson Hero, Godchild and Nana. Also: Special Manga Preview - Beauty is the Beast! Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's new monthly manga magazine, Shojo Beat offers vast quantities of serialized shojo manga appearing in the United States for the first time. In addition to tons of beautiful artwork and compelling storylines from well- known manga creators, Shojo Beat offers quality editorial on Japanese trends, art, news, fashion, and culture, plus interviews, how-tos, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike. In this issue: Absolute Boyfriend - Virtually Ideal; Holiday Gift Guide has 35 + Perfect Presents for Every Personality - The Jock, the Geek, the Punk, the Princess and More; Expert Guide to Retro Fashion - Style Icons, Where to Shop, What to Look for; Tokyo's Club Scene; 5 J-Band Giants. Plus: 222 Priceless Pages of Manga - Kaze Hikaru, Crimson Hero, Godchild, Baby & Me and Nana. Also: Exclusive Manga Preview! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.