Comic books in 'Manga'

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Written by George Lucas. Art and cover by Kia Asamiya.

Podracing is the most exciting sport in the entire galaxy. Screaming along at 600 mph, dodging cliffs and rocks, risking your life for the thrill of speed . . . But something has been missing from the whole experience up until now-SPEEDLINES!

Be here for the most exciting retelling of the movie of the century as Dark Horse presents Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace-MANGA! The only Phantom Menace adaptation to give you all the speedlines you can handle!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 88 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Adapted from the story by George Lucas and Lawrence Kasdan. Art by Shin-ichi Hiromoto. Cover by Adam Warren.

Jabba the Hutt has your best friend encased in carbonite and is using him as a decorative paperweight. You sent your two favorite droids, your best friend's Wookie sidekick, and your sister to try and free your pal and nothing has worked! Looks like it's time to step in and handle things yourself, doesn't it?

Be here as the last chapter in the Star Wars MANGA saga begins in Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi -- MANGA #1! With covers by Adam Warren.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., 96 pages, B&W.

NOTE: Star Wars: The Manga won the 2000 Harvey Award Best American Edition of Foreign Material.

Cover price $9.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Adapted from the story by George Lucas and Lawrence Kasdan. Art by Shin-ichi Hiromoto. Cover by Adam Warren.

You've just saved your friends from the Sarlacc Pit, offed the mighty Jabba the Hutt, and blown his sail barge to smithereens! What are you going to do now? Go back to Dagobah of course! It's Luke, Leia, Han, Chewie, Yoda, Darth, and the whole gang in the second volume of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi--MANGA!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., 96 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing.

Adapted from the story by George Lucas and Lawrence Kasdan. Art by Shin-ichi Hiromoto. Cover by Adam Warren.

You're just about to take out the shield generator protecting the second Death Star when suddenly you're surrounded by Imperial scum. What do you do?! Call the EWOKS of course! It's Luke, Leia, Han, Chewie, and hundreds and hundreds of fuzzy little Ewoks in the third volume of Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi--MANGA!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., 96 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.95.

Volume 4 - 1st printing.

Adapted from the story by George Lucas and Lawrence Kasdan. Art by Shin-ichi Hiromoto. Cover by Adam Warren.

You thought it couldn't get any worse after Darth Vader told you he was your dad. But now he wants to introduce you to his boss, the evil Emperor Palpatine. Lucky for you, your friends are outside trying to blow up the very Death Star you're currently standing in . . . Something tells me you've had better days than this.

Join Luke, Darth, Han, Leia, and Artoo in the fourth and final volume of Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi --MANGA!

The only Star Wars adaptation that can be used as a seat cushion while waiting in line for Episode I!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., 96 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Adapted by Akira Aoki.

Set during an era when the Galactic Empire is hunting down the last of the Jedi, a fledgling rebellion against the Empire begins to take form. Star Wars Rebels takes place in the area surrounding the planet Lothal, where the Galactic Empire battles against Ezra, a teenage con artist with latent force abilities, Kanan, one of the last surviving members of the Jedi Order, and the rest of the ragtag Rebels on board the starship Ghost.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. For readers ages 12 and up.

Cover price $13.00.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Adapted by Mitsuru Aoki.

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away.... Ezra, a boy from the planet Lothal, and his companions on the spaceship Ghost continue their journey to fight the Empire.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. For readers ages 12 and up.

Cover price $13.00.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Adapted by Mitsuru Aoki. As the Empire's grip on the galaxy tightens, Ezra is eager, to do whatever it takes to become stronger. To that end, Kanan escorts his young Pawan to the Jedi temple on Lothal to undergo the necessary trials. Ezra has no idea what he will face within, but both he and Kana are reassured by the guiding hand of a powerful and familiar friend. Armed with the tools to defend the people and the places they care for, the crew of the Ghost strikes at the Empire. The stage is set for full-scale rebellion in this final volume of Star Wars Rebels! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. For readers ages 12 and up. Cover price $13.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $14.99

Add to cart Near Mint $14.99

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Shima Shinya and Justina Ireland. Art and cover by Mizuki Sakakibara. Character Design by Mizuki Sakakibara and Shima Shinya. Translated by Satsuki Yamashita.

Centuries before the Skywalker saga, a new adventure begins ...

In the aftermath of the Hyperspace Disaster, young Jedi Knight, Lily Tora-Asi is assigned to help displaced civilians relocate to Banchii, a newly inhabited planet in the Inugg system far in the outer rim. Banchii is the site of a new Jedi temple led by Master Arkoff, Lilys Wookiee mentor, who imagines the temple as a place of peace for new inhabitants and for those who are traveling beyond.

While balancing the arrival of incoming settlers with the strange mysteries of this remote outpost, Lily wonders if shes doing enough to bring peace to the galaxy. But when hidden dangers begin to emerge, the young Jedi will face her greatest challenge yet . . .

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 144 pages, B&W. Teen

Cover price $14.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Written by Shima Shinya and Daniel Jose Older. Art and cover by Mizuki Sakakibara. Character Design by Mizuki Sakakibara and Shima Shinya. Translated by Satsuki Yamashita.

Centuries before the Skywalker saga, a new adventure begins…

It is the era of the High Republic and interstellar expansion is at its height. As trusted guardians of peace, the renowned Jedi protect the Republic and shine their light on those exploring the darkest reaches of the galaxy.

When Padawan Keerin Fionn and Jedi Knight Lily Tora-Asi learn that the recent Drengir battle was not an isolated incident, but part of a coordinated attack orchestrated by the Nihil, they are determined to protect their new home. While Master Arkoff is away assisting Master Stellan Gioss investigation, Lily is left in charge of rebuilding Banchii and restoring hope to the community. Lily vows the temple will not be put in danger again, but when a disruptive visitor arrives, Lily must protect Banchii, Keerin, and the Younglings from the growing Nihil threat—a threat that is closer than they think!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 144 pages, B&W. Teen

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Shima Shinya and Daniel Jose Older. Art and cover by Mizuki Sakakibara. Character Design by Mizuki Sakakibara and Shima Shinya. Translated by Satsuki Yamashita. The destruction of Starlight Beacon also destroys the peace once protected by the great Jedi of the High Republic Era. In the year since Jedi Knight Lily Tora-Asi defied the Council's order to return to Coruscant, the Nihil continued to storm through the galaxy, advancing in from the Outer Rim and expanding their territory. Despite the encroaching Stormwall, Lily stands her ground and reestablishes Banchii's Jedi Temple. Banchii is not to be abandoned and its long held secrets begin to unfurl as Jedi Master Arkoff returns to connect the pieces to a mystery long buried. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 144 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. Written by Daniel Jose Older. Art and cover by Tomio Ogata. One hundred and fifty years before Starlight Beacon shone its light into the Outer Rim, the galaxy was filled with new threats and Nameless unknowns. Banchii is still unexplored when the young Wookiee Jedi Arkoff journeys to Dalna to aid his fellow Jedi in the fight against the secretive faction the Path of the Open Hand.Along with his former Master Ravna and her droid ZZ, Arkoff joins the fight at the Battle of Dalna, and during the struggle a terrifying threat emerges. Arkoff's longtime friend, Jedi Knight Azlin, falls victim to an unseen force whose effect on the Jedi is unlike anything previously encountered. Will Arkoff's past come back to haunt him, or will it be the key to tilting the balance in their fight again the Nihil over a century later? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

1st printing.

Adapted from the story by Ken Liu. Art by Akira Himekawa, Haruichi, Subaru, Akira Fukaya, Subaru, and Takashi Kisaki. Cover by Akira Himekawa.

"Luke Skywalker? I thought he was a myth." - Rey

Who is Luke Skywalker? Across the galaxies many have heard his name, but few have met the legendary Jedi. There are those who call him a merciless war criminal, others say he's not even a human, but a droid! Whether he is myth or man, those who claim they've encountered the elusive Luke Skywalker all have an unforgettable adventure to share.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W.

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Adapted by Yusuke Osawa. Translated by Caleb Cook. Years after the fall of the Galactic Empire, a solitary bounty hunter is given a simple mission. Find and return The Child to the remnants of the Imperial Forces. This mysterious orphan has a power that can possibly turn events in their favor, and acquisition of that power is paramount. Instead, the bounty hunter goes on the run with The Child to protect him from the forces that would do him harm. Here is the story of The Mandalorian, and his desperate quest to save The Child and himself. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $14.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Adapted by Yusuke Osawa. Translated by Caleb Cook. The Mandalorian, a solitary bounty hunter, is sent to secure the Child at the request of a ruthless Imperial Remnant, which is all that remains of the once all-powerful Galactic Empire. The journey to return his passenger to the client proves more dangerous than anyone could have ever imagined, but the Child demonstrates a mysterious power that changes everything about the Mandalorian's mission. Based on the series created by Jon Favreau and written by Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Christopher Yost, and Rick Famuyiwa. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 212 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. Adapted by Kamome Shirahama, Haruichi, Yusuke Osawa, and Keisuke Sato. Cover by Kamome Shirahama. Back Cover by Kamome Shirahama, Haruichi, Yusuke Osawa, and Keisuke Sato. The first volume of Star Wars: Visions on Disney+ invited visionary Japanese anime studios to explore the Star Wars galaxy through their unique cultural lens. Now, top creators such as Kamome Shirahama and Yusuke Osawa bring those visions to life in manga form! Featuring adaptations of: "The Elder," "Lop and Och?," "The Ninth Jedi," and "The Twins." Softcover, 232 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Blizzard Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Josh Elder. Art by Ramanda Kamarga and Naohiro Washio.

The brutal, dark and fascinating world of Starcraft comes alive in this collection of never-before-seen thrilling adventures.

"Why We Fight": In this profoundly moving introduction to the Starcraft universe, the three species in Starcraft are examined - and what drives their war for survival will shock and awe.

"Thundergod": In a story by Richard Knaak, a Thor driver's ego leads him and two partners to try to pull of a heist in the middle of a war zone. "Weapon of War": A psionic six-year-old boy is at the center of a conflict between a Terran mining colony and the Zerg.

"Heavy Armor": A Viking pilot must battle his mentor for the lives of an entire colony.

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

Cover price $12.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Blizzard Edition - Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Confront the violent, brooding and twisted world of Starcraft inside this collection of world-expanding adventures.

"Heavy Armor," Part 2: The adrenaline pumping firefight between mentor and protégé escalates to a fierce climax. Will the young viking pilot outwit the man who taught him everything or will the teacher remain the undisputed master of heavy armor and doom a colony?

"Creep": Feared by all and understood by none, Zerg creep finally comes under the knife in the laboratory of Protoss scientists. But instead of shedding light on the bizarre bio-matter, the scientists spiral into a psychologically disturbing nightmarish struggle against a completely unknown foe.

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

Cover price $12.95.

Blizzard Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing.

Written by Josh Elder. Art by Ramanda Kamarga.

The brutal... The menacing... The twisted... Confront the vast, renowned world of StarCraft inside this collection of mind-blowing adventures. .

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

Cover price $12.95.

Blizzard Edition - Volume 4 - 1st printing.

Written by Chris Metzen. Art by Hector Sevilla.

Chris Metzen contributes to this fourth volume of interstellar journeys. The brutal... The menacing... The twisted... Confront the vast, renowned world of StarCraft inside this collection of mind-blowing adventures.

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

Cover price $12.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Keith R. A. DeCandido. Art and cover by Fernando Heinz Furukawa.

Elite Soldiers known as ghosts are trained to use their special psychic powers for military operations, and one Ghost Academy cadet, Nova, must handle both her teammates and her own demons.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, B&W.

Cover price $12.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Written by David Gerrold. Art and cover by Fernando Heinz Furukawa.

Five teenaged fourth-class Terrans are rough-around-the-edges Ghost cadets in training, and they are forced to deal with everyday teen issues such as crushes, physical and emotional pain, addiction to drugs and their own budding telepathic abilities.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, B&W.

Cover price $12.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing.

Written by David Gerrold. Art and cover by Fernando Heinz Furukawa.

Elite soldiers known as ghosts are trained to use their special psychic powers for military operations, and one Ghost Academy cadet, Nova, must handle both her teammates and her own demons.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, B&W.

Cover price $12.95.

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Add to cart Very Fine $7.99

2nd Edition - Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings.

Written by David Gerrold. Art and cover by Fernando Heinz Furukawa.

Elite soldiers known as ghosts are trained to use their special psychic powers for military operations, and one Ghost Academy cadet, Nova, must handle both her teammates and her own demons.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, B&W.

Cover price $12.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.00

Add to cart Near Mint $9.00

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Ru Xu. Status Royale is THE game to master if you want to join the rank of elite players in the competitive world of VR esports. Vell is just having fun as a casual gamer with her best friend and teammate Jun teaching her the tips and tricks...until he shuts her down and skips town! Vell's competitive spirit is unlocked and she vows to challenge her former best friend with her own team of amateur Status Royale players and beat Jun at his own game, but does she really know who she's competing against? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 216 pages, B&W. Cover price $16.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kaishaku. Steel Angel Kurumi, created by a brilliant scientist, was supposed to have used her super-human strength on behalf of the military. However, Kurumi cannot be activated by her makers, and she lies in the machine equivalent of a coma. Nakahito, the son of practitioners of the magical technique called "Onmyo Way," stumbles upon the inert goddess, and struck by her amazing beauty, gently kisses her perfect lips. With this kiss, the Steel Angel Kurumi comes to life, and Nakahito becomes her master. The gorgeous and voluptuous Kurumi will now do anything to protect her master with her invincible power. But first, critical questions about Kurumi's origins must be answered: "Why and where was Kurumi created? Who created her?" Nakahito and Kurumi set out on a dangerous search to find the answers to these questions and, along their journey, they are forced to ask an additional question: "Who is behind the insidious activation of other Steel Angels whose only mission is to destroy the beautiful Steel Angel Kurumi?" Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kaishaku. Dr. X of the Academy for Advanced Sciences has thrown down the gauntlet, challenging the countries of the world to a "Steel Fight" tournament to find out who the strongest Steel Angel is! To coax wary leaders into revealing their highly classified Steel Angel designs, an irresistible prize has been offered: the untold wealth of technological secrets that the Academy possesses! Now, as the strongest androids in the world descend upon Japan, Kurumi and the gang are faced with some challenges of their own. Karinka is locked in a furious duel with Aoi (Japan's newest Steel Angel), and Kurumi is pursued by a foe that seems to be holding a grudge against her. Meanwhile, Nakahito faces his personal demons, and with his brother's help takes the first steps on a journey of self-discovery. The action, the intrigue, the gags, and the fan service do not let up, as the true battle begins in the third volume of Steel Angel Kurumi! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kaishaku. Kurumi and her friends try their luck at being idol singers. "Discovered" and "trained" by a mysterious mummy man wearing a suit (Mikhail), they rise to fame with the release of their first record. Unfortunately, their fame only makes them a threat to two envious, established stars, who want to see the "Steel Angel Trio" out of the picture. As the Steel Fight competition nears the end of its first stage, Kurumi, Saki, and Karinka (who are all unaware that the competition is going on) learn that Kaga and two other angels of destruction are impersonating them, using their advanced powers to destroy the normal Steel Angels, snatch their emblems, and give Kurumi the "points." His cover ultimately blown, Kaga reveals that Dr. Ayanokoji is at the Academy, but that the Steel Angel Trio will have to compete in that final round to learn anything more. Finally, a strange girl is scared off during Kurumi's date with Nakahito, a girl, who - in an unexpected turn of events - is revealed to readers (but not the steel angels) as none other than... Shinobu Jinguji! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kaishaku. Sugar and spice make everything... trouble for the Steel Angels! A flashback reminds the Steel Angels of a distressing vulnerability, making them appear even more human. Kaga ponders the growth of Nakahito's mystical abilities, while a more powerful Aoi plans to bolster her reputation in a Steel Fight rematch. In the meantime, the ridiculously cute Kurumi, Saki and Karinka continue their quest to rid their dear, sweet Nakahito of the deadly curse cast against him. But, when the trouble mounts, and an enigmatic and powerful mystic enters the scene, Kurumi gets an idea that may save the day... besides, Kurumi needs attention, and without her master, there's not telling what she will do! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Daruma Matsuura. Translated by Caleb Cook. It is said that a samurai's spirit rests in their sword-and Ryudo can't even pick one up! Destitute and hopeless, he decides to end it all. But when a beautiful and mysterious woman saves his life and his soul, it is the beginning of Ryudo's journey into a strange world of magic that exists a step away from his own. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Teen+ Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Daruma Matsuura. Translated by Caleb Cook. After his wife, Tsuki, was abducted by an onmyoji sorcerer, Konosuke tries to get on with his life. Struck by a curse that affects his memory, he can't remember who Tsuki was. Then he meets Aya, a young medium whose powers may help Konosuke recover his memory and aid him in his search for Tsuki. His inquiries lead him to the Bureau of Onmyo, who are more than just glorified fortune tellers... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen+ Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Daruma Matsuura. Translated by Caleb Cook. After fighting off a bizarre attack by a troupe of manzai comedians, Konosuke and Aki realize the forces of the Tsuchimikado clan are after them. The Tsuchimikado oversee all of the onmyoji and the gifted throughout Japan, and Konosuke realizes finding Tsuki means confronting the powerful clan. Doing so means going to Kyo, the capital. As Konosuke and Aki decide to put Edo behind them, another strange assassin comes calling, and life or death will depend on Konosuke controlling his power to warp metal, or losing himself to it... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen+ Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Daruma Matsuura. Translated by Caleb Cook. Down-and-out samurai Ryudo Konosuke has a supernatural gift, but it is a power that has ruined his life. For the gifted, their abilities can be a double-edged sword, granting amazing abilities yet threatening to overwhelm them at the same time. After escaping from some assassins, Konosuke and Aki both struggle not to lose themselves to their gifts. Then a new ally relates the secret story of Lord Haretake of the Tsuchimikado clan. Konosuke will stop at nothing to find his love, Tsuki, but Lord Haretake needs her divine power for his own dark plans... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen+ Cover price $14.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Nitroplus. Art and cover by Yomi Sarachi. What do you get when you cross a microwave with a cell phone? Apparently, a time machine! Self-proclaimed mad scientist Okarin and the Future Gadgets team now have the ability send text messages into the past. Will this new found power be used for personal gain? To change the world? Or for something much more sinister...? Find out in Steins;Gate! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 178 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $12.99.

LootCrate Exclusive - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Nitroplus. Art and cover by Yomi Sarachi. What do you get when you cross a microwave with a cell phone? Apparently, a time machine! Self-proclaimed mad scientist Okarin and the Future Gadgets team now have the ability send text messages into the past. Will this new found power be used for personal gain? To change the world? Or for something much more sinister...? Find out in Steins;Gate! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 178 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Hidebu Takahashi. Translated by Adrienne Beck. Officer Asako, part of a special investigations unit, has the unique ability to react to the residual thoughts of murder victims, replicating their wounds on his own body. Together with his partner, the reserved Superintendent Kuroiwa, he works hard to solve the toughest of cases. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 178 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $12.99.

1st printing. Story and art by Miho Asada. You loved him in Lilo and Stitch! Now Stitch's Japanese adventures continue as he explores an island near Okinawa with his new friend, Yuna. Join Stitch as he learns to mow a lawn, attempts to babysit, and tries to become a Japanese ninja. His hilarious hijinks are literally out of this world! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Fine $5.99

1st printing. Story and art by Azumi Isora. Café Renard seems to be your run-of-the-mill establishment, but it is more than meets the eye. When strangers stumble upon the hidden secret within an average business front, they find a mysterious woman selling stones with magical properties. Before they know it, they are transported on strange adventures to fantastical lands of mystical demons and monsters. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

1st printing.

Story and art by Osamu Tezuka. Cover by Ryu Tanaka.

Storm fairy is a collection of three short stories by legendary mangaka Osamu Tezuka.

In Storm Fairy, an empress flees her burning castle to the nearby forest where she encounters a mischievous forest fairy who grants her wish, for a seemingly small price. It's not until much later, after she's given birth to her daughter Ruri, that the empress realizes the true weight of her deal with the fairy. Now the princess, with a face as ugly as sin, must live the rest of her life from behind a mask. When a malcontent discovers Princess Ruri's curse, he plots to overthrow the emperor by masquerading his own daughter as the princess, mask and all. Ruri also meets a lowly ronin and a beautiful fairy who make it their mission to return her to her rightful place on the throne.

In "Kokeshi Detective Agency," fearless little Pako goes around solving spooky mysteries while her dog Moll does his best to protect her. Oddly enough, Taro, Pako's scaredy-cat older brother, is forced to accompany Pako on all these scary adventures.

In "Pink Angel," a sunset cloud named Pink spends an awfully lot of time on the surface helping those who are unhappy or

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 232 pages, B&W.

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

Cover price $15.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Sean Michael Wilson. Art by Chie Kutsuwada.

Lee, living in Hong Kong, meets Matt, a fine young Scot. Their relationship becomes stronger by the day, despite their deep cultural differences. But there is Lee's dad to contend with who views this affair very suspiciously. And there is another contender for Lee's heart, a young Chinese man, whose jealousy takes on twinges of xenophobia. Will Lee and Matt's relationship successfully cross the cultural divide and overcome the negative odds?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W.

Cover price $11.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings.

Written by Sean Michael Wilson. Art by Chie Kutsuwada.

Lee, living in Hong Kong, meets Matt, a fine young Scot. Their relationship becomes stronger by the day, despite their deep cultural differences. But there is Lee's dad to contend with who views this affair very suspiciously. And there is another contender for Lee's heart, a young Chinese man, whose jealousy takes on twinges of xenophobia. Will Lee and Matt's relationship successfully cross the cultural divide and overcome the negative odds?

Lee, living in Hong Kong, meets Matt, a fine young Scot. Their relationship becomes stronger by the day, despite their deep cultural differences. But there is Lee's dadSoftcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W.

Lee, living in Hong Kong, meets Matt, a fine young Scot. Their relationship becomes stronger by the day, despite their deep cultural differences. But there is Lee's dad Cover price $11.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Buronson. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Mayo is a cool, disinterested killer for hire, but the real reason he charges only $5 for a hit is a secret. It seems that teenage prostitute Shion has a secret too--one that even she doesn't know. Now that that Mayo has screwed over the local crime syndicate by taking pity on Shion and her mother, they are both on the run from the criminals, a murderous cop, and their own secrets! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $15.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Written by Buronson. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Mayo is a cool, disinterested killer for hire, but the real reason he charges only $5 for a hit is a secret. It seems that teenage prostitute Shion has a secret too--one that even she doesn't know. Now that that Mayo has screwed over the local crime syndicate by taking pity on Shion and her mother, they are both on the run from the criminals, a murderous cop, and their own secrets! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $15.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Buronson. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Mayo must protect his young charge from the murderous instincts of his brother! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $15.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Buronson. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Set in the back streets of Malaysia, Strain follows the lives of Mayo, a ruthless assassin, and Shion, the teenage prostitute he takes under his wing. Together they battle a psychotic Japanese aristocrat obsessed with purifying his "strain" and thugs bent on ruling the Asian underworld! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 216 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $15.95.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Written by Buronson. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Framed and exiled to Malaysia's slums, Japanese assassin Shingo Kusaka joins a group of outcasts in the fight against his elder brother Shunichiro, a power-hungry aristocrat, and the monolithic Chinese Sai crime family. When Shimei Sai makes a hostile takeover of Kusaka Corp., Shunichiro's response is to hire the best assassin in Malaysia...Shingo Kusaka, the very brother he once tried to kill! With this reconciliation of convenience, the siblings go up against the Sai family in a bloody attempted coup. Will Rei Fai, Shimei's mistress, be their ally or enemy? Will Gensuke Jin, Shingo's grandfather, lend his power and influence to their cause? And what about cross-dressing killer "Sweetie" Andre? It all comes down to an underground room where Shion and Shunichiro face one another, revolvers in hand! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $15.95.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Written by Buronson. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Framed, nearly executed, and exiled to Malaysia's slums, Japanese assassin Shingo Kusaka joins a group of outcasts in the fight against his elder brother Shunichiro, a power-hungry aristocrat, and the monolithic Chinese Sai crime family. The prize: a gigantic oil strike in Borneo - money and power enough, perhaps, to realize the dream of a united Asia. The current owner: the Kusaka corporation. But who will claim it? Kusaka's CEO, the ruthless Shunichiro, has just resigned in favor of Shingo, the "adopted" black-sheep younger brother whom he long tried to kill. Shunichiro has conceded his great secret - it's Shingo who is the natural son, not him. Blood will tell, but how much more must be spilled? Who will tie the skein of the "strain?" Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 216 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $15.95.