Viz comic books issue 8

Volume 8 - 1st printing. By Julietta Suzuki. Things at the kami convention in Izumo aren't going so well. Nanami tried to earn some respect by guarding death's door while the keeper went off to party. But now she's stuck in the land of the dead, and the residents seem to have a taste for new kami! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. By Julietta Suzuki. Things at the kami convention in Izumo aren't going so well. Nanami tried to earn some respect by guarding death's door while the keeper went off to party. But now she's stuck in the land of the dead, and the residents seem to have a taste for new kami! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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Volume 8 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Rei Toma. Translated and Adapted by JN Productions.

As Rangetsu and her unlikely allies follow whispered rumors through the palace in search of any hint of her brother, she finds it increasingly difficult to keep from spilling her own secret to Prince Tenyou. But revealing her true nature will upset the uneasy accord she has built between them. And even worse, it might interfere in her desperate hunt for Sogetsu!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Masami Kurumada. Blinded in his devastating battle against Argol, Bronze Knight Shiryu has retired from fighting to live in peaceful obscurity. But his brief taste of the simple life is snatched away when the vicious Gold Knight Mephisto attacks, forcing Shiryu to once again don the Dragon Cloth. In Siberia, Bronze Knight Hyoga is also trying to forget his life as a Knight - until a mysterious message in the ice forces him out of retirement. 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 $7.95.

Volume 8 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and Cover by Tomohito Oda. Its time for the school trip to Kyoto, and even though Komi has never been on one before, shes not worried. After all, shell have Tadano and her friends at her side! But then shes assigned to be buddies with two girls she doesn't even know. Is Kyoto ruined, or will Komi be able to make new friends all on her own?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W, Cover price $9.99.

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Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Story, art, and Cover by Tomohito Oda. Its time for the school trip to Kyoto, and even though Komi has never been on one before, shes not worried. After all, shell have Tadano and her friends at her side! But then shes assigned to be buddies with two girls she doesn't even know. Is Kyoto ruined, or will Komi be able to make new friends all on her own?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W, Cover price $9.99.

2nd Edition - Volume 8 - 1st printing. "Domestic Dispute!" Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. From Rumiko Takahashi, the beloved creator of InuYasha and Ranma 1/2, comes this romantic (sort of) comedy Maison Ikkoku, presented in a new edition in its original episodic order! Yusaku's eavesdropping causes him to misunderstand Kyoko's words ? again. This time, it's during Kyoko's visit to her former husband's graveside. A new wide-eyed tenant, Nozomu Nikaido, moves into room No. 2 and quickly causes trouble for the other Maison Ikkoku residents, especially Yusaku in his pursuit of Kyoko. Softcover, 5 1/8-in. x 7 3/16-in., 248 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 8 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi.

Yusaku Godai has started his first job out of college as a teacher at Sweet Acorn Nursery School. Unfortunately he's not making enough money to pay rent, so he starts tutoring again. When Ibuki Yagami finds out, she decides it's the perfect opportunity to get to spend some time with Godai...

Softcover, 6-in. x 7 1/2-in., 348 pages, B&W.

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Teen+

Cover price $24.99.

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Volume 8 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Megumi Osuga. Still trying to recover from the shock of his brother's death, Junya decides to follow in Ando's footsteps. First on the agenda is revenge on the ones who caused his brother's death. Can Junya succeed where Ando failed?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in. 200 pages, B&W Mature Readers Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st Printing.

Story and Art by Hajime Komoto. Translated by Nova Skipper.

Innocent Zero arrives to claim Mash! While Wahlberg faces down the villain, Mash and the others fight Innocent Zeros cronies in a race to help their headmaster. But they encounter a major setback when Lance and Dot are suddenly turned into babies and sapped of nearly all their power! Meanwhile, Wahlberg finds himself up against an unexpected opponent when his long-dead teacher Adam is resurrected to fight him! Will Mash and the others be able to save the school from its greatest threat yet?!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 216 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kazuhisa Konda. After a fierce battle at the Federation's headquarters at Jaburo, the White Base is launched to Side 6 ahead of the rest of the fleet to act as a decoy. On the colony, Amuro meets and befriends gifted "Newtype" Lala Sun - a girl with abilities not unlike his own. But the relative peace is about to be shattered when Zeon admiral Conscon comes hunting for the White Base with a seemingly insurmountable force of Mobile Suits! Can even Amuro fight his way out of this trap? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 8- 1st printing. Story by Keiichi Hikami and Art by Shin Yamamoto. Together with his fellow Hunters, Raiga continues to hunt in various lands. When they receive a request from Moga Village to subdue a Lagiacrus, Raiga's party heads out on the quest, but a Rathalos descends upon the same hunting ground. For humans to oppose monsters is a reckless act, yet there are those who push the limits of what is possible. How will the party handle a simultaneous hunt for the King of the Skies and the Lord of the Seas? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Naoki Urasawa. Tenma is hot on Johan's trail and he's more determined than ever. Now in top physical condition and armed with a high-performance sniper rifle, has Tenma acquired the keen hunter's edge necessary to bag his prey? Or will his physician's instincts prevent him from carrying out his dreaded task? Softcover, 5-in x 7 1/2-in., 216 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 8 - 1st Printing. Based on the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Storyboards by Ryosuke Takeuchi. Art and cover by Hikaru Miyoshi. Translated by Andrienne Beck. Judgment is about to be served when William Moriarty finally comes face-to-face with the fake Jack the Ripper, who is actually a group of men who are tarnishing his childhood mentors good name for the sake of sowing fear and discord in London. After William and his gang dispose of the fakes, Sherlock Holmes arrives to investigate. Although he soon figures out the truth behind the Jack the Ripper killings, Scotland Yard is left in the dark. In a desperate attempt to put the situation to rest, the head of the Yard has an innocent man arrested and charged with the murders! Both Lestrade and the Moriartys are determined to get to the bottom of this false arrest before the man is hanged. And while Lestrade employs the help of Holmes once again, MI6 sends in their newest recruit! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st Printing. Written by Wataru Hinekure. Art and cover by Aruko. At the end of summer break, Aoki and Ida go watch a fireworks show. Aokis heart is set fluttering as Ida abruptly shows more interest in romance! When their school cultural festival comes along, theres even a chance for their parents to meet?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 184 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st Printing. Written by Kazune Kawahara. Art and cover by Aruko. Takeo and Yamato spend their days deeply in love. Yamato invites Takeo to a date at her house, but whats in store when Takeo meets Yamatos family for the first time? Furthermore, Takeo now has a rival in love! What will the gentle giant do about his incredibly handsome foe?! Softcover, 5-1/2-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Momoko Koda. Translated and Adapted by Adrienne Beck. Emika and Kanato have been secretly head over heels for each other for years, but too many misunderstandings have made them unaware of each others true feelings. With shooting on their drama wrapping up, Kanato makes up his mind to confess to Emika! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $11.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Ai Yazawa. Hachi's happiness with Nobu is slipping through her fingers as an unexpected complication with Takumi threatens to upend her entire life. And unlike her past romantic woes, the choice she makes now will change the lives of everyone around her. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $8.99.

Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Story and Art by Ai Yazawa. Hachi's happiness with Nobu is slipping through her fingers as an unexpected complication with Takumi threatens to upend her entire life. And unlike her past romantic woes, the choice she makes now will change the lives of everyone around her. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $8.99.

Action/Viz Media Edition - Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto. As a disembodied Shinji drifts in visions, merged with the esoteric fluids of the EVA, his father's long-serving lieutenant, Fuyutsuki, is kidnapped for interrogation by Seele-in German, the "Soul" - the council of superiors whom NERV has been double-crossing for some time now. Volume 8 contains a Japanese sound FX glossary plus a special bonus guide to help U.S. fans discover the best of the many import books available on Evangelion! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

Action/Viz Media Edition - Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto. As a disembodied Shinji drifts in visions, merged with the esoteric fluids of the EVA, his father's long-serving lieutenant, Fuyutsuki, is kidnapped for interrogation by Seele-in German, the "Soul" - the council of superiors whom NERV has been double-crossing for some time now. Volume 8 contains a Japanese sound FX glossary plus a special bonus guide to help U.S. fans discover the best of the many import books available on Evangelion! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 8 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Fumi Yoshinaga.

Yoshimune has secured her place in history as a cunning and capable ruler, but the time has come for her to officially declare an heir. Many in her court hope she will pass over her oafish older daughter Ieshige in favor of the urbane Munetake. Yoshimune has never been one to bow to convention, but this time the future of her country is at stake!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, B&W.

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 8 - 1st Printing. Original Concept by Atlus. Story and art by Hisato Murasaki. Translated by Adrienne Beck. The worldwide cyberterrorism organization Medjed has targeted the Phantom Thieves, threatening to shut down all of Japan if they dont reveal themselves! But Akira receives a message from the mysterious Alibaba, who has a special offer for the Phantom Thieves—steal a certain persons heart, and they will take care of Medjed. But that person is none other than Sojiro Sakuras adopted daughter, Futaba Sakura! With this wrench in their plans, will the Phantom Thieves be able to deliver in time?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $11.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. "Civil War: Part 2!" Story and art by Osamu Tezuka. The everyman Benta has become an unwilling samurai who witnesses the senseless killings and the replacement of one brutal regime with another even more so. Civil War: Part 2 explores the folly of man's hunger for power, the futility of war and the desire for eternal life. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 338 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

Volume 8 - 2nd or later printings. "Civil War: Part 2!" Story and art by Osamu Tezuka. The everyman Benta has become an unwilling samurai who witnesses the senseless killings and the replacement of one brutal regime with another even more so. Civil War: Part 2 explores the folly of man's hunger for power, the futility of war and the desire for eternal life. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 338 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

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Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by by Saki Hiwatari. Translated by Lilian Olsen. Adapted by Fred Burke. Are the woes of the present meant to be endured for the promise of a better future or to atone for past wrongs? The singularly unique concept behind Please Save My Earth turns the everyday lives of its characters into a captivating epic of love, fate and faith. Haruhiko has unknowingly failed to intercept his revealing letter to Tamura. The letter convinces Mrs. Yakushimaru to allow her sons, including the psychic Mikuro, to aid Tamura. But when Mikuro mysteriously slips Haruhiko a warning, Haruhiko thinks he's Rin's ally. Once he sees the note, Rin calls out Tamura and Mikuro. Into the middle of the resulting psychic battle enters Haruhiko. Can he convince Rin to stop? Will his diseased heart survive if he doesn't? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Naoki Urasawa and Osamu Tezuka. Art and cover by Naoki Urasawa. Final Volume! Atom is back, and the fate of the earth is in his hands! Having escaped death's grasp, Atom now has all the answers to the unsolved mysteries around Pluto, Bora and more. Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 256 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Written by Naoki Urasawa and Osamu Tezuka. Art and cover by Naoki Urasawa. Final Volume! Atom is back, and the fate of the earth is in his hands! Having escaped death's grasp, Atom now has all the answers to the unsolved mysteries around Pluto, Bora and more. Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 256 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Hidemori Kusaki. Art by Satoshi Yamamoto. Pokémon Trainer Black meets White, a Pokémon Trainer who runs a growing talent agency for performing Pokémon. Will Black catch show biz fever too? Meanwhile, mysterious Team Plasma is urging everyone to release their beloved Pokémon into the wild! What are they thinking?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, B&W. All Ages NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Hidenori Kusaka. Art and cover by Satoshi Yamamoto. Team Galactic commanders Jupiter, Mars and Saturn are determined to bomb Lake Verity, Lake Valor and Lake Acuity to awaken the Legendary Lake Pokemon that dwell in their depths! Diamond, Pearl and Platinum divide forces to stop them - but can they conquer? Then, when things go awry, it's...Diamond to the rescue?! Plus, meet Abomasnow, Tangrowth, Buizel, Gastrodon, Purugly, Staravia, and Luxray! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. All Ages NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

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Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Written by Hidenori Kusaka. Art and cover by Satoshi Yamamoto. Team Galactic commanders Jupiter, Mars and Saturn are determined to bomb Lake Verity, Lake Valor and Lake Acuity to awaken the Legendary Lake Pokemon that dwell in their depths! Diamond, Pearl and Platinum divide forces to stop them - but can they conquer? Then, when things go awry, it's...Diamond to the rescue?! Plus, meet Abomasnow, Tangrowth, Buizel, Gastrodon, Purugly, Staravia, and Luxray! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. All Ages NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Collects Pokemon Adventures TPB (2009-2015 VizKids Edition) Vol. 22-24.

Written by Hidenori Kusaka. Art and cover by Satoshi Yamamoto. Translated by Tetsuichiro Miyaki. English Adaptation by Bryant Turnage.

The finale of the Ruby & Sapphire arc crescendos with a battle between Legendary Pokémon Kyogre and Groudon! And, in the new FireRed & LeafGreen arc, Green's long-lost parents have been sucked into a vortex created by a mysterious Pokémon! Red and Blue want to help, but first they must improve their battle skills.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 608 pages, B&W. All Ages

Cover price $17.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Hidemori Kusaki. Art by Satoshi Yamamoto. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, B&W. All Ages Cover price $4.99.

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Volume 8 - 1st printing.

Written by Hidenori Kusaka. Art and cover by Satoshi Yamamoto. Translated by Tetsuichiro Miyaki. English Adaptation by Bryant Turnage.

It's a showdown in Vast Poni Canyon to repel the invading Ultra Beasts! Sun and Moon must gain control of Legendary Pokémon Solgaleo and Lunala before Faba can use them to take over the Aether Foundation. And then a Trainer and Pokémon get dragged into a wormhole... Why won't Sun fight the Ultra Beasts alongside his friends?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, B&W.

Cover price $4.99.

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Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Hidenori Kusaka. Art and cover by Satoshi Yamamoto. Translated by Tetsuichiro Miyaki. During their confrontation with the two mystery Trainers, Henry and Casey receive assistance from Piers, the Gym Leader of Spikemuth. After discovering that someone they already know is working behind-the-scenes with the two rival Trainers, Henry and Casey head to Rose Tower to discover the truth about their adversaries. Will the Darkest Day descend upon the Galar region?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, B&W. All Ages Cover price $4.99.

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Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Keiko Ishihara. Adapted and Translated by John Werry. Freya and her knights have traveled to Asha to rekindle Tyr's ancient alliance with the desert kingdom. But the royal family of Asha has already capitulated to Sigurdian rule rather than risking bloody war. Will old ties and ever-increasing Sigurdian oppression be enough to convince the Ashans to risk their country and their lives? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing.

Written by Kaiu Shirai. Art and cover by Posuka Demizu.

With their guide working against them, Emma and Ray find themselves surrounded by deadly demons in an unfamiliar forest. They'll have to learn how to fight quickly to have any hope of surviving and making their way to Goldy Pond. But what awaits them there...?

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

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. "Light!" Story and Art by Toshiaki Iwashiro. A trip to the future brings Ageha face-to-face with a group of friends he thought long dead, and the story they have to tell Ageha about the events of the past decade are truly shocking. The Global Rebirthday has changed everything. Not everyone Ageha cares for has survived, and the W.I.S.E organization is more powerful than ever. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kyousuke Motomi. Adapted by Ysabet Reinhardt MacFarlane. Translated by JN Productions. Ten years ago, the Great Sickness of the Byakko Gate claimed Kyutaro's parents, and now the ghost of his mother Toko reveals what transpired! What horrifying deal did Toko strike with the White? And will Kyutaro's love for Fumi change when he hears the truth? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $9.99.

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Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Minami Mizuno. Translated and Adapted by Max Greenway. Nozomi may have been rejected (apparently) by Keiichi, but her feelings are stronger than ever. Newly determined to win his heart, she enters Seiryo High. Meanwhile, her older brother, Mattsun, has his own high school love troubles! As Natchan and the gang start their third year, they reminisce about how they all became friends... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Teen+ Cover price $11.99.

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1st Edition - Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Rumiko Takahashi. Softcover, 5-in x 8-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

1st Edition - Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Story and Art by Rumiko Takahashi. Softcover, 5-in x 8-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akira Amano. Students at Tsuna's school are being attacked, and it's up to Tsuna and Reborn to figure out why and take the culprit down. Then it's time for a lunch break, featuring the ever-deadly cuisine of Bianchi, who has a lesson in love to teach. But the big surprise is Tsuna's discovery that a member of his "family" has become a turncoat! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Rating: T+ NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akira Amano. Students at Tsuna's school are being attacked, and it's up to Tsuna and Reborn to figure out why and take the culprit down. Then it's time for a lunch break, featuring the ever-deadly cuisine of Bianchi, who has a lesson in love to teach. But the big surprise is Tsuna's discovery that a member of his "family" has become a turncoat! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Rating: T+ NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akihisa Ikeda. Average human teenager Tsukune accidentally enrolls at a boarding school for monsters - no, not jocks and popular kids, but bona fide werewolves, witches and unnameables out of his wildest nightmares! On the plus side, all the girls have a monster crush on him. On the negative side, all the boys are so jealous they want to kill him! The Secret of the Rosario... To suppress a vampire who longs to destroy the world... a. suppress yourself b. express yourself c. second-guess yourself Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: May or may NOT include poster insert. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Collects Rurouni Kenshin TPB (2003-2006 Viz Digest) Vol. 22-24. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Making good on his promise to attack the Kamiya Dojo, Enishi and his comrades pounce on Kenshin and company and quickly fight them to a standstill. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 608 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $17.99.

Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Rurouni Kenshin TPB (2003-2006 Viz Digest) Vol. 22-24. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Making good on his promise to attack the Kamiya Dojo, Enishi and his comrades pounce on Kenshin and company and quickly fight them to a standstill. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 608 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $17.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Io Sakisaka. Translated by Max Greenway. The bud of bittersweet first love takes bloom! A mysterious boy comes to Saku Fujigaya's rescue when she falls ill on a train, but he leaves before she can thank him. After this experience, Saku never ignores strangers in need of help to emulate the boy who helped her. Haruki has confessed his feelings to Saku, but she wonders if Hazuki may be a better match for him right now. Everyone in their friend group is attempting to convey love to someone, but those feelings aren't quite connecting! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

Volume 8 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Mayu Shinjo. As a budding poet and lyricist, Aine is on her way to an audition one fateful afternoon. Absentmindedly stepping into the street, she barely avoids getting struck by an oncoming vehicle. Not only is the cute teenager lucky to be alive, but her brush with death turns out to be a date with destiny. The driver of the car just happens to be Sakuya, the charismatic and fabulously handsome lead singer for a band called Lucifer. In short order, Sakuya and his crew compose a song using AineÅfs lyrics. The tune proves popular with the bandÅfs fans and Sakuya decides he wants a relationship, both professional and personal, with Aine. ThereÅfs only one small requirement: The lyrics Aine writes must be erotically charged. And guess what? Sakuya fully intends to introduce the young and inexperienced girl into the world of sensual delights. Does Sakuya actually care for Aine, or is she just another sexual conquest for him? Will Aine fulfill her dreams and become a professional lyricist, or has she simply sold her soul to Lucifer?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.