Shojo Beat (2005) comic books

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.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Crimson Hero - Courtly Love; All About Anime - 10 All-Time Favorites, Upcoming Films, Directors to Watch, and Miyazaki's Girls; Interviews with Crimson Hero Creator Mitsuba Takanashi and Kamikaze Girls Author Novala Takemoto. Plus: 217 Pages of Manga Magic - Nana, Baby & Me, Kaze Hikaru, Godchild and Absolute Boyfriend. Also: Win one of 30 prizes! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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 - They Got the Beat; Exclusive Interview with Nana Creator Ai Yazawa; The Music Issue - 1st Annual Shojo Beat Music Awards, Japanese Bands to Watch Right Now, and What the Band from Nana Really Sounds Like. Plus: Escape with 217 Pages of Manga - Baby & Me, Kaze Hikaru, Godchild, Crimson Hero and Absolute Boyfriend. Also: Win a PS2 and Music Games Package, iTunes Music Store Cards and more! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Earl Cain Hargreaves - He's Hot...and Hunted; Cell Phone Magic - Read Manga on the Bus, Get Celebrity Gossip, and Find a Date Near You; Japanese Horror Films Prove Hollywood Ready - The Five You Must See. Plus: 6 Stories Packed with Romance, Featuring More Drama Than Real Life - Godchild, Baby & Me, Nana, Crimson Hero, Kaze Hikaru and Absolute Boyfriend. Also: 42-Page Manga Preview of Aishiteruze Baby. That's a total of 249 pages of manga inside! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Riiko Izawa Has a Million-Dollar Boyfriend; 15 Ways to Add Style to Your Room - Take Our Quiz to Find the Best Ideas for You; Behind the Anime Music; The Rules of Tokyo Dating; Miyazaki's Hunky Wizard Comes to DVD. Plus: 6 Stories of Love and Adventure - Godchild, Baby & Me, Nana, Crimson Hero, Kaze Hikaru and Absolute Boyfriend (214 pages of manga). Also: Write a poem and win books, journals and more! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Soji and Sei - Is it Love?; 16 Ways to Customize Your Life - Print Your Own Book, Get Perfect-Fitting Clothes, Design Your Own Action Figure, and Order an Original Pinata. Plus: Revealed Inside - The All-New Shojo Beat Manga Series, Plus an Interview with the Creator. Also: 6 Drama-Packed Stories - Godchild, Baby & Me, Nana, Crimson Hero, Kaze Hikaru and Absolute Boyfriend (217 pages of manga). And: Win prizes from Japan! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Mary Weather - Blue-Blooded Beauty; 50 Best Ways to Spend Your Summer - 13 Must-Read Books, 6 Fun Destinations, 14 Cool Online Hangouts, 4 Great Games, and Tons More; The Greatest American Superheroines of All Time. Plus: Six Visual Dramas, with an Exclusive Manga Preview of Skip Beat! Also: Win concert tickets, airfare and accommodation! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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 Anniversary issue: My Boyfriend Isn't Human; Test Your Manga IQ; Cafes that Indulge Your Inner Princess; 9 Fun Ways to Burn Calories. Plus: 235 Color Pages - Jealousy, Passion and True Love in This Month's Dramatic Stories! Also: New Series - Vampire Knight. And: 12 cool prizes to win! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's monthly Shojo 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: Yuki Cross - Guardian Angel; 6 Mood-Fixing Recipes; Best-Selling Accessories from Japan; Chinese Horoscopes Reveal the Animal Inside. Plus: Boys Oh Boys - The Rock Star, the Robot Lover, and Drop-Dead-Gorgeous Vampires in this month's dramatic chapters! Also: Beauty Pop - Exclusive Manga Preview. And: Enter to win cool graphic tees, buttons, charms and more! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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 Finds Love; Make Like a Designer - Ideas & Interviews, and Tips & Tricks to Bring Out the Designer in You; The Ultimate Video Game; Japanese TV - A Cowboy in Tokyo. Plus: Exclusive Manga Preview - An Ordinary Girl Gains Extraordinary Talent. Also: Design an outfit and win cool prizes! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Twice Bitten, Now Shy - Yuki Deals with Zero's Shocking Secret; 2 Different Looks - A Million Great Tips; Halloween How-to Tattoo; DJ Krush - Our New Boyfriend; Cosplay at Large. Plus: Manga Preview - One Girl's Quest to Become a Ninja. Also: Win Vampire Knight pendants by showing us your kickin' costume! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Harvest Great Style; 10 Must Buys - What's Hot Now; Tigarah Rocks the Mic; Video Vixens - Smart Style; Schoolgirl Couture; Shojo Beat Boys - Make Them Fall at Your Feet. Plus: Manga Preview - Knock Out...Punch! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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-to's, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike. In this issue: Nana Shines; 22 Holiday Bargains - Look Inside; Get Crafty - Cooking, Knitting & More; Love Tra-la-la Triangles; On-the-Job Nightmares. Plus: 4 Hot New Shojo Soap Operas. Also: Win fabulous prizes! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Who's That Girl? Meet the Newest Member of the SB Family. Plus: 5 Different Looks & Nights to Remember; Thrifting 101; J-Rockers on the Silver Screen; Win a pink DS Lite. Featuring 300+ pages of music, fashion, adventure and romance! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Japan's Fashion Icon - An Exclusive Interview with Pop Princess Nana Kitade; Special Music Issue - 2nd Annual Music Awards, Anime that Pumps Up the Volume, Rock the Gothic Lolita Look. Plus: New Manga by the Creator of Full Moon - 43-Page Preview of The Gentlemen's Alliance Cross. Also: 2 contests, win 185+ prizes! Featuring over 280 pages of manga! T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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-to's, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike. In this issue: Vampire Love - Exclusive Interview; Manga Preview by the Creator of Ouran High School Host Club; Celebrate Boys - Japan's White Day; Visual Kei - Glam that Rocks. Plus: The Art Issue - 4 Coolest Colleges, Make Your Portfolio Stylish, Vampire Knight Creator Shares Her Secrets, and Win Copic Art Supplies. Also: Win Original Vampire Knight Art. Over 350 pages. T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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 editorials 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: So Cute It's Scary - Enter the Dream Shoppe; Vampire Knight - Boy Bites Girl; Crimson Hero - Spiked; Nana - Idols in Love. Plus: 5 Charms to Lure a Lover; Sexy Movie Celebrities; 6 Hottest Flicks in Japan. Also: Win comics software! Over 270 pages. T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Go Tokyo: 8 Pages of Insider Tips - Trend Watch, Manga Tour, Street Style, and Shopping Guide. Plus: Nana - Rock 'n' Roll Love Affair; Vampire Knight - Blood Relations; Absolute Boyfriend - What's His Damage? Also: Ghost-Powered Manga Preview. And: J-Pop Icon Ayu. Plus: Win a Razr loaded with games & comics! Over 325 pages. T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: What're You Playing At? Crimson Hero's Nobara Calls the Shots. Plus: Vampire Knight - Thrice Bitten; Love Com - Sneak Preview; Love Talks - 8 Ways to Say It; Meet Japan's Prankster DJ; 14 Super Hot Summer Cons; Our Favorite Tokyo-Flavored Sweet Spot; Look Good for Less - Tips from an SB Stylist; Take the Manga Personality Quiz. Also: Win video games & DVDs! Over 340 pages. T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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 and Hachi's Best Summer Ever; Vampire Knight - Mission: Vampire Assassination; Absolute Boyfriend. Plus: 3 Hot Music Festivals; 6 Yummy Summer Foods; Steamy Beach Scenes; Read the Origin of Shojo: Princess Knight Manga; The Cutest Car in Japan; Reality TV, Japanese Style; Recycle Chic; Be a Shojo Beat Artist. Also: Oreskaband - Ska from Japan?! Over 335 pages. T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Live Beautiful - Exclusive Story by Superstar Arina Tanemura! Plus: Meet the New Vampire Knight Bad Girl; Cute-O-Meter Quiz; The Many Styles of Gothic Lolita; Dance with the Dead - Witness Japan's Ancient Obon Festival; Japan's Best Picture - Go Behind the Scenes & Win DVDs; Tips from a Tokyo Video Game Insider; Beat Box - Make Your Voice Heard; Summer Horoscope Alert - Look Out, Leos; Gackt Speaks - J-Pop Icon on Music, Love & American Girls. Over 350 pages. T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. VIZ Media's 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: Dream Boy - Back-to-School Style with an Absolute Boyfriend; Blood Lust - Vampire Knight Tools of the Trade; Honey and Clover - New Manga Series; Art School Romance Begins this Issue. Plus: Exclusive Preview of Fall in Love Like a Comic! Also: DIY - Make a Bag; Hot List - 10 Fun Must-Haves for Fall. And: Win a DS plus Inuyasha video games! Over 300 pages. T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. Viz Media's 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-to's, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike. In this issue: First Kiss - The Romance of a Lifetime Begins in Sand Chronicles; Honey and Clover - Anything She Wants; Wild Ones - Yakuza Love: Japanese Crime Ring Passion. Plus: Arina Tanemura Extravaganza - Exclusive Interview, Drawing Lesson, and Contest with Full Moon and The Gentlemen's Alliance Cross Creator (and she judges your fan art). Also: 3 Authentic Japanese Recipes; Make a Personalized Teacup; Throw a Clothes-Swap Party; Tour Vampire Country. Over 350 pages. T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.

By Various. Viz Media's 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-to's, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike. In this issue: Vampire Knight - Bitter Romance; Get the Look of VK's Stylish Moon Dorm; Mixed Vegetables - Sushi...Pastry...Love?; Gaba Kawa - Series Finale; Wanted - Pirate-Themed Manga. Plus: Secrets of Japanese Cuisine - 5 Power Foods for Health & Beauty, 10 Food-Themed Manga Titles, 10 Tasty Recipes. Also: New Video Games; Great Cosplay Outfits; Dress Up Your Table for Cheap. And: Win a VK compact mirror! Over 330 pages. T+ Rating. Cover price $5.99.