Comic books in 'Manga'

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1st Edition - Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. "Oracle!"

Story and art by Yû Watase.

When best friends Miaka and Yui open an ancient Chinese book, they find themselves transported to a parallel world. Trapped in the Universe of the Four Gods, Miaka is thrust in the role of priestess who must save an entire empire...and who falls in love with dashing martial artist Tamahome.

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.

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1st Edition - Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. "Disciple!"

Story and art by Yû Watase.

Prolific shôjo (girls') comic book artist Yu Watase's beloved fantasy, Fushigi Yûgi, is an exciting, funny, and heartfelt tale of a normal teenager who is transported into a fictional version of ancient China. She encounters base villains and dashing heroes, and still manages to worry about her grades and where her next meal is coming from. Miaka Yuki is an ordinary junior high school student who is suddenly transported into the world of a book, The Universe of the Four Gods. Surrounded by enemies with mystic power, she can only rely on her Celestial Warriors and a mysterious monk, a disciple of the oracle, to help her fulfill her quest! Miaka's best friend, Yui, also enters the book, but suffers a fate much crueler than Miaka's.

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 $15.95.

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1st Edition - Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. "Bandit!"

Story and art by Yû Watase.

To avert a war, Tamahome willingly becomes the hostage of Yui and her sadistic general Nakago. Meanwhile, Miaka goes with Nuriko and Hotohori in search of the remaining Celestial Warriors, only to be captured by mountain bandits! Can they find the warrior Tasuki and survive a power struggle between two bandit leaders: one armed with the power of illusion, another with a wand that spits fire? Contains the stories from Animerica Extra Volume 3, #5-10.

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.

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1st Edition - Volume 5 - 1st printing. "Rival!"

Story and art by Yû Watase.

"Tainted Love"--Miaka's search for the last celestial warrior brings her and her escorts back to Tamahome's home village. After healing Tamahome's father of illness, an agent of Qu-Dong attacks Miaka, but a flute-playing warrior comes to her aid -- the seventh warrior of Suzaku, Chiriko! With all the celestial warriors accounted for, Miaka heads back to Hong-Nan to plan Tamahome's return. But Yui, jealous of Miaka, doesn't want to give up the warrior without a fight. When Miaka travels to the appointed meeting spot to take Tamahome back to Hong-Nan, all she finds is a group of soldiers waiting for her and Yui in command! Has Tamahome sold Miaka out?

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 $15.95.

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1st Edition - Volume 6 - 1st printing. "Summoner!"

Story and art by Yû Watase.

Distraught over the apparent loss of Tamahome and the trouble she's caused Suzaku's warriors, Miaka attempts to drown herself only to have Hotohori come to her rescue. Meanwhile, Tamahome returns to Hong-Nan to complete his original mission - kill the priestess of Suzaku! Do any of the celestial warriors have the strength to stand up to this skilled martial artist? Then, the seven constellations are assembled and the ceremony to summon Suzaku has begun! Will Miaka's wish finally come true?

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 $15.95.

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1st Edition - Volume 7 - 1st printing. "Castaways!"

Story and art by Yû Watase.

When best friends Miaka and Yui open an ancient Chinese book, they find themselves transported to a parallel world. Trapped in the Universe of the Four Gods, Miaka is thrust in the role of priestess who must save an entire empire...and who falls in love with dashing martial artist Tamahome. The ceremony to summon Suzaku has been ruined by Amiboshi-a Seiryu warrior posing as Chiriko! Just when all hope seems lost, Tai Yi Jun appears from a flame before Miaka and tells her of the Jewel of the Northern God that may be the key to completing the ceremony. But along with this new hope, Tai Yi Jun also tells Miaka that to summon Suzaku, she must be a virgin. Can Miaka bring herself to sever her relationship to Tamahome?

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 $15.95.

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Shojo Edition - Volume 10 - 2nd or later printing. "Enemy!" Story and art by Yû Watase. Convinced that she can never summon the God Suzaku and get her wishes granted, Miaka runs away from Tamahome and her celestial Warriors...and straight into the arms of her enemy Amiboshi! But Amiboshi has amnesia, and in a short time, he falls in love with Miaka! Can Miaka choose this completely new life? In the meantime, the evil illusions of Tomo and the feminine wiles of Soi combine to seduce Tamahome and strand the Suzaku warriors in a vast desert! Can anything save the crumbling quest of Suzaku? 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.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. If poor Futaba's life wasn't bad enough (having to be two different people of different genders going to the same school), then things are going to get much more interesting when his sister "Futana" becomes a student teacher there. Of course, Futana shares the same disposition to "change" so the girls of the school need to watch out, especially Misaki, the girl that Futaba likes. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. Artist Hiroshi Aro's wacky gender-bending hit comedy just hit overdrive! While racing to save Misaki from his lecherous sister Futana's clutches, Futaba's secret reveals itself...right in front of Misaki! What will she say? How will she react? Most importantly, will she accept it? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. It seems all is not well between Misaki and Futaba. After discovering Futaba-kun's gender-bending secret, Misaki's faith and trust in both male and female Futabas was shattered. Now many past oddities (such as Misaki's own gender mix-up) fall into place as she drowns her sorrows with Negiri, trying to reconcile her bruised heart and her continued feelings for Futaba. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. Just when Misaki and Futaba think that life has calmed down, a newcomer appears on the scene, searching for Futaba-chan! This little girl is more than she appears -- in fact, her alter-ego is one strappingly handsome young man with a huge appetite! Who is this mysterious gender-bending person, and why does s/he want Futaba? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. In addition to last issue's new, and extremely short, student, it seems Komotane High has a new addition to the staff -- Miss Yuki. She's the elder sister of Maki and Miki, the scientific genius twins who work as the science teacher and the school nurse of the school. Granted, she still looks like a child since her sisters once placed her in suspended animation in an experiment. And she wields this amazing rocket-powered fan to keep order in the classroom. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. Teacher Yuki still won't give up catching one of the gender-bending Shimerus. Misaki pitches in her help and finds out yet another family secret. One about an engagement between Futaba and Kurin. Now what will Misaki do with this latest obstacle between her and true love? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. Ikuya, the latest arrival in Futaba's ever-dramatic life, admits he has the hots for Misaki and wants to ask her out even if she's got a boyfriend. However, he tells this tidbit to Futaba-chan...and Ikuya has one definite advantage over Futaba: He has no gender-bending genetic traits in his family tree! So how will Futaba react to this? Better yet, will Misaki accept him?! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. It seems that all Futaba's personal woes have finally caught up with him at school. His grades are slipping and there are still the growing difficulties of his complicated love life. Between Misaki getting jealous whenever Kurin fawns over Futaba-chan, and then Futaba's acting partner Ikuya pursuing Misaki, Futaba's got some maneuvering to do once the Christmas dance comes around! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. Finally, Futaba's genetic heritage is explored after his class trip's airplane crashes near the Shimeru Island. Everyone swims ashore, only to discover a gender-bending populace, much to their confused dismay. Adding to the fray, Kurin announces that he/she will marry Futaba now that they're on the island. Oh, no! Can Misaki help Futaba escape Kurin's clutches? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. The end is near! The Shimeru Island isn't what it appears -- it's a space ship and it's taking off with Futaba, Kurin and Misaki! What will happen to the trio? And will the Shimeru Clan's existence finally be explained? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. Final issue! Futana's gender-bending fiance, Misao, has realized the challenge of winning Futana's heart. However, will his docile ways endear himself to Futana's heart? And once this bit of Shimeru family madness ends, check out the one-shot story about a group of mismatched explorers on a ski trip during their winter break. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Future Card Buddyfight Starter Book brings you into the world of Cardfight Vanguard Link Joker with an original origin comic, product information, tutorials for learning the basics, as well as character bio sheets, all stunningly illustrated. Digest size, 5" x 7", 88 pages, B&W.

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Futuretech #1/Swarm #1 flip-book. By ROBERT LUGIBIHL & PERRY S. YEM. Experience a double-dose of hi-tech, full-color excitement in this sensational new manga-style mini-series! FUTURETECH chronicles the lightning-paced exploits of Spike - a young automotive design genius - and his Mod Crew, as they find themselves marked for death by the notorious Hybrid Corporation and pursued by an indestructible assassin! On the flip side, meet Sabrina, Meg, April, and Jazz - the lovely ladies from S.W.A.R.M. (Secret Weapons Advanced Reinforcement Mercenaries)! Equipped with cutting-edge weaponry & piloting hi-tech, wasp-like vehicles, these four young women operate out of a mobile headquarters known as the Hive, where technicians monitor conflicts across the globe. But in this premiere issue, a monstrous menace from space just might squash them all like bugs! FC, 32 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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By Perry S. Yem & Robert Lugibihl. Flipbook. Other side is Swarm # 1 by Perry S. Yem & Robert Lugibihl. Cover price $2.50.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. By Hiroyuki Tamakoshi. Kouhei was just developing feelings for his childhood friend Kurara when she went on vacation to Hawaii. On her return, she brought home a sexy new split personality, Arisa. Kouhei swore to stay by Kuraras side and protect her shocking secret–but just when hes growing accustomed to Arisas antics, suddenly Kurara transforms into Alice, another personality! Alice may look like Kurara on the outside, but on the inside shes a fourteen-year-old girl whos convinced that Kouhei is her tutor. Sounds simple enough, but theres a catch: It seems the only subject Alice is interested in is male anatomy. How in the world will Kouhei cope with this development? Plus–the origin of Kuraras split personalities is revealed, along with a fourth, deadly personality. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 Pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $10.95.

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Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. By Hiroyuki Tamakoshi. A whole new Gacha Gacha story line begins! Akira Hatsushiba is just your typical, average high school kid . . . until a glitch in a Gacha Gacha video game changes his life forever. Now, every time Akira sneezes, his entire body undergoes a gender-bending switcheroo! Thats right, Akira is always just an achoo away from getting in touch with his feminine side. But its not all bad. Akira has had a crush on Yurika Sakuraba ever since he first laid eyes on her. Hes always been too shy, but now that he can change into a girl, Akira finally has a chance to get close to Yurika. Being a girl certainly has its advantages! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, B&W MATURE READERS NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $12.95.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. By Hiroyuki Tamakoshi. The gender-bending madcap comedy continues as Akira uses his newfound ability to turn into a girl to learn about this new guy hanging around the beautiful Yurika Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, B&W MATURE READERS NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $12.95.

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Volume 4 - 1st printing. By Hiroyuki Tamakoshi. Gacha Gacha madcap mix-ups continue when Kouhei's childhood friend Kuara returns from summer vacation with a new personality - the boy-crazy Arisa! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $12.95.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing. By Hiroyuki Tamakoshi. Akira is in love with Yurika. But when a handsome guy named Taike starts chatting up Yurika at her job every day, Akira panics. His only hope is to turn into Akira-chan–his female form–and lure Taike away from Yurika. But how far will Akira go in the name of love? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $12.95.

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Volume 8 - 1st printing. By Hiroyuki Tamakoshi. At first, it seems like just another typical gender-bending day for Akira-kun. He transforms into his female self, Akira-chan, and heads for the Rock Stock Café to see his true love, Yurika. Alls well, until in walks Shinobu, the roughest, toughest, meanest guy in school. Shinobu is after one thing: a date with Akira-chan. Akira is in a real pinch–if he turns Shinobu down, hell make the bully mad, and if he says yes, theres no telling what might happen. Then again, Shinobu is kind of cute. . . . Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $12.95.

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Volume 9 - 1st printing. By Hiroyuki Tamakoshi. Its New Years Eve, and Akira and the gang are hiking to the mountains to watch the first sunrise of the new year. But when Yurika cant keep up and Akira slows down to stay with her, the two get lost in the deep, dark woods—and soaked to the skin by torrential rain. Luckily, they find shelter in an empty shack. But keeping warm in the freezing cold will mean shedding their wet clothes and huddling together under an old blanket. This could turn out to be a pretty good New Years after all. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $12.95.

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Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Mita Ori. Translated by Andrew Cunningham. Adapted by Bambi Eloriaga-Amago.

Okazaki Miku's rival for Yabe Shinji's affection, Fujiwara-chan, has graduated, and now Miku's in her third year! Torn between her love for her "Yabecchi" and her dream of becoming a chef, this Gal has some choices to make as her last year of Cooking Club begins.

Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

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Volume 3 - 1st printing.

Story an dart by Nobuyuki Fukumoto.

Having escaped the Espoir, Kaiji returned home with debts over than six-million yen still hanging over his head. The life-threatening experience has motivated him to change his ways. But real opportunities for advancement in the mid-nineties are hard to come by. Japan's financial bubble has burst as the country's economy has recently collapsed. When approached with an opportunity to make some big money quick, Kaiji decides he'd rather take his chances than toil away at dead-end job for the next fifteen years.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 544 pages, B&W.

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