Young Adult Graphic Novels

His name is Boris, and despite his human form and piercings and tattoos, he is not your typical punk teenager. For he is the Cheshire Cat, complete with cat ears and a tail, and a penchant for riddles. Boris is in madly love with Alice, and Alice is vulnerable and lonely. But will she fall for the Cheshire Cat? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Alice in the Country of Hearts: The Mad Hatter’s Late Night Tea Party is a two-book series that chronicles the further adventures of Alice as she goes deeper down the rabbit hole. Like the other New York Times bestselling books in the Alice in the Country of Clover series, this new series features oversized editions with impressive artwork and color pinups. Blood Dupre is the enigmatic leader of the Hatters, Wonderland’s mafia. Along with his second-in-command, Elliot March, also known as the March Hare, Blood Dupre schemes from the shadows inside Hatter Mansion, while keeping his enemies at bay. Yet when Alice Lidell enters his life, she gives the dangerous mafia boss a run for his money. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

In high school, Futaba gets a second chance with her first love, Kou. Futaba Yoshioka thought all boys were loud and obnoxious until she met Kou Tanaka in junior high. But as soon as she realized she really liked him, he had already moved away because of family issues. Now in high school, she meets Kou again, but is he still the same boy she fell in love with? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Futaba Yoshioka has encountered her first love again in high school, but he seems different from the boy she once knew. Kou has confessed to Futaba that in junior high he liked her too, but they can never return to those times. However, a leadership training session brings the two closer together. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Futaba Yoshioka has encountered her first love again in high school, but he seems different from the boy she once knew. She realizes her feelings for Kou are not because of who he was in the past but who he is now. When she discovers that her friend Yuri has a crush on him too, Futaba is unsure what to do. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Futaba Yoshioka has encountered her first love again in high school, but he seems different from the boy she once knew. Futaba wonders what happened between Kou and Yuri, but she’s still determined to find out more about Kou’s past and why he won’t allow others to get close to him. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Tsukishiro Nina has just arrived in the beautiful country of Ruberia, and its charming denizens and lush scenery are like a fairy tale come true. That is until she's beset by a mysterious young man with a steely gaze and furry wolf ears -- who promptly bites her! Nina finds herself turning into one of these beasts of legend, and whisked away to the prison of Abigaile where all their kind are sent. Nina must keep her wits about her if she's to learn the secrets of this magical world where everyone either makes her blood boil or her young heart race! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

As punishment for disrupting class, Nina and Roy find themselves working at the secret parties held by the school’s human instructors. But Nina’s duties quickly become far less more sinister than just waiting tables. The highlight of every party is a fight–wolf vs. luga–and it’s not long before she finds herself thrust into the ring. But that’s not the only trouble Nina’s sticking her nose into. Between picking forbidden roses and standing up for Poe the omega, she’s getting into dangerous territory–and sniffing out terrible truths. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Nina’s perfume has been stolen! Without it, she doesn’t have a way to disguise her true human nature, and there’s nothing lugas hate more than humans. If she can prove she is not like the other humans, Roy promises to give her perfume back–but if she fails, he’ll kill her! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Nina has been drugged and is being held captive! Roy is hot on her trail, but Angelica and the student council will do everything they can to interfere. With luga fighting luga and Nina’s secret on the line, the fall of Abigaile has begun in this final volume of Beasts of Abigaile! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Being a teenager can be a difficult job, something the adult world can never understand. While to her parents and teachers getting Adam Ant tickets is no big deal, to Bleu L. Finnegan it means everything. This could be the defining moment of her life, and there is no guarantee that she will ever achieve it. On the way, Bleu must deal with the travails of adolescence—from prank-playing, porn-addicted boys to sexist-pig radio disc jockeys to trying to figure out how to show that dreamy substitute teacher that she's his perfect mate. It all culminates on that fateful night when Bleu and her best friend, Clover, go to the club and try to get in at any cost! Nothing will bar Bleu from the pop idol of her dreams! Collects the debut mini-series as well as the various short stories that preceded it in independent comic book anthologies. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Things start off bad as a costume party goes all wrong, and the brain-damaged, hormonally-challenged boys videotape Bleu in the bath. From there, Bleu and Clover will stop at nothing to get the tape back, while Erin makes it her personal mission to make sure everything stays screwed up! You see, this deranged action is actually a mating ritual in Alan and Victor's eyes, and Erin can't help but pit them against each other. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Holidays inspire a lot of different reactions in people. For instance, Clover hates the sappiness of Valentine's Day, while Bleu loves Halloween. Clover also hates St. Patrick's Day and how people have turned it into an orgy of green beer and leprechauns, but both girls like April Fool's Day and how it inspires Victor to dig out his goth gear from the days of yore. The third volume in the popular BLUE MONDAY series is a collection of short stories about the gang's travails over the various seasonal functions. Love blooms, ghost stories abound, and there just may be more than a few party-induced hallucinations. Even on their In-between Days, Chynna Clugston-Major's cast of cut-ups can't avoid getting into hilarious trouble. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Picking up where Absolute Beginners left off, Bleu finds herself pent up with a heavy dose of teenage lust Not content with Alan and Victor's pathetic attempts to woo her, she grabs Clover and hits the town in a side-splitting search for some real boys, only to discover that there aren't any With only one prime candidate in Bleu's mind - her history teacher Mr. Bishop - she finally makes the decision to tell him how she really feels, but things don't always go as planned in the crazy, mixed up world of Bleu L. Finnegan. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori (Emma, Shirley) brings the nineteenth-century Silk Road to lavish life, chronicling the story of Amir Halgal, a young woman from a nomadic tribe betrothed to a twelve-year-old boy eight years her junior. Coping with cultural differences, blossoming feelings for her new husband, and expectations from both her adoptive and birth families, Amir strives to find her role as she settles into a new life and a new home in a society quick to define that role for her. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori's tale of life on the nineteenth-century Silk Road continues as the young bride, Amir Halgal, struggles to remain with her new groom despite the wishes of her family, who would see her wed another. Will Amir be able to preserve the bonds she has cultivated in her new home? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori's tale of life on the nineteenth-century Silk Road continues, this time introducing a new would-be bride--Talas. A young widow, Talas opens her home to the researcher Mr. Smith, who has ventured to her town to continue his studies. However, when Talas's uncle begins to see Smith as an impediment to his plans to wed his son to Talas, the old man's schemes land the Englishman in prison! Far from friends and even farther from home, Smith's outlook seems grim...This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori’s tale of life on the nineteenth-century Silk Road turns westward, following Englishman Mr. Smith on his long journey to Ankara. Passing through a fishing village along the Aral Sea, Smith and his guide encounter a pair of spirited young girls named Laila and Leily--identical twins who are fishing not for sturgeon, but for husbands! Despite their efforts to find two wealthy, healthy, and handsome brothers to wed, Laila and Leily’s plans generally only land them in loads of trouble! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori's tale of life on the nineteenth-century Silk Road takes on an air of celebration as, at long last, Laila and Leily's wedding day arrives! But the marriage ceremony may be even more taxing for the girls than their search for a pair of grooms. Sitting still and silent as their guests celebrate and eat is a trial that will push the girls' patience to its limit, not to mention that of Sami and Sarm! As the twins finally make their vows and commit themselves to their husbands, the gravity of the moment finally sets in. Though they have dreamed of marriage for years, only now do they realize that everything in their lives is about to change...This book is recommended for teens and adults.

In the year since his marriage, Karluk has grown a good deal, but Amir can't help but feel overprotective of her much younger husband. Karluk wants nothing more than to prove that he can be a strong and competent man--and he may soon have the opportunity to prove just that. Desperate for land to feed their flocks, Amir's former tribe prepares to attack the village with a fearsome arsenal of cannons and guns provided by their new allies. This time the Halgals are not interested in capturing Amir--no one is safe from their terrible assault! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

As Mr. Smith continues his journey to India, he is welcomed into the home of a wealthy tradesman and his wife, Anis. Custom dictates that, as a woman, Anis is not permitted to meet their visitor face-to-face, but even so, she counts herself blessed to live in such a beautiful estate and be married to a man who devotes himself solely to her. Still, one cannot help but long for the companionship of another person when one's closest friend is a reluctant Persian cat. In her loneliness, Anis visits the public bath house and discovers a place where she feels immediately free among her fellow sisters. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Miku Yamada has a longtime crush on classmate Kyohei Fujioka. But no matter how many times she tries to show him how she feels, clueless Kyohei just doesn't get it. Frustrated, Miku gives up on him, only to have him start calling her "Cactus" for being prickly when he's around. Will Kyohei ever figure out Cactus's secret? Miku decides to try telling Kyohei her feelings by giving him chocolates for Valentine's Day. But Kyohei, unaware that he's the object of her affection, offers himself up as a practice partner for her love confession. Can Miku get through to him that he's the one she loves? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Miku Yamada has a longtime crush on classmate Kyohei Fujioka. But no matter how many times she tries to show him how she feels, clueless Kyohei just doesn't get it. Frustrated, Miku gives up on him, only to have him start calling her "Cactus" for being prickly when he's around. Will Kyohei ever figure out Cactus's secret? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Miku Yamada has a longtime crush on classmate Kyohei Fujioka. But no matter how many times she tries to show him how she feels, clueless Kyohei just doesn't get it. Frustrated, Miku gives up on him, only to have him start calling her "Cactus" for being prickly when he's around. Will Kyohei ever figure out Cactus's secret? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

One day, Takebe, a former delinquent trying to leave that part of her past behind for good, runs into her high-school rival, Soramori. The two fight for the first time in years, and thanks to being desperately out of practice, Takebe loses-leaving her no choice but to accept Soramori’s request to start dating her…?! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Soramori has always helda torch for her old highschool rival, Takebe. Now, thanks to one mean shoulderthrow, the two former (?) delinquents have started going out. But Soramori has a couple problems...For one thing, what’s a“proper” date supposed to look like anyway? And what if she’s not the only one with a thing for Takebe? Love’s a battle in more ways than one! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Chi isn't your average humanoid computer. She can't do word processing, she can't connect to the Internet, and she's incapable of networking with other persocoms. Even her sound card seems broken. No wonder Hideki found her tied up in a pile of trash. But when the 19-year-old technophobe takes her home, he finds that she may be more advanced than her childlike behavior lets on. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Hideki is used to getting the short end of the stick. He can't get into school, his parents cut off his allowance, and he's a 19-year-old virgin. So when he found a perfectly good humanoid computer - a persocom - lying in the garbage, it seemed like his luck was finally starting to turn around. Chi isn't like any other persocom ever created. She is self-teaching - a true artificial intelligence - and best of all, she's hot. Hideki should have know it was too good to be true. The diagnostics said that Chi's memories were erased, but something, or someone, is hidden away in her cybernetic soul, and now it is trying to contact her. If Hideki doesn't figure out her mystery soon, he may lose Chi...to herself. This book is recommended for older teens.

Computers are supposed to make people's lives easier, but as Hideki is quickly finding out, taking care of your computer can be a full-time job! Regardless, Hideki is thrilled to have a persocom of his own - the enigmatic Chi - even if she isn't as user-friendly as other computers. His friends tell him that Chi is a supercomputer, possibly a legendary Chobit - an AI. That would explain why she acts so human. Maybe she's a little too human. The more time Hideki spends with Chi, the more it feels like an actual relationship. But as Chi's feelings for Hideki intensify, she begins to unlock the secrets of her past...secrets that are better left forgotten. This book is recommended for older teens.

Computers can do almost anything these days. In addition to the usual online functions, data processing, and graphic applications, the new persocom models with increased AI and increasingly human appearances can function as workers, friends...even lovers. Take Chi, for example. Since Hideki found her she has learned to go shopping, do basic chores, and she's even managed to get a job at a bakery. She's not the first persocom to do these things by any means, but her potential hasn't even begun to be tapped. Because there's a good chance that Chi is a Chobit - a self-learning, feeling, AI. Chobits are the computers of legend, so rare that is one was found some collectors would resort to any means to get their hands on one - even kidnapping. Now that word of Chi has leaked out, that's exactly what happens. This book is recommended for older teens.

If a persocom's memories are stored on a hard drive, are they real? After all, a hard drive can simply be erased. This question has been driving Hideki mad as he searches for his kidnapped 'com, Chi. Hideki has always maintained that persocoms are just machines, but his heart tells him that there's something special about Chi, and he can't let her come to harm. As Hideki and friends follow the kidnapper's online footprints to his lair, a mysterious duo keeps watch on the proceedings with great concern. Chi has proven once before that she holds the potential to be quite dangerous, despite her innocent exterior. Should her self-defense mechanism activate again, it could prove even more destructive. The clock is ticking, both in Hideki's search for Chi and Chi's search to complete herself. This book is recommended for older teens.

For most people, persocoms represent technology at its finest - after all, they can do anything you program them to and they make great looking companions. But for Yumi Oumura, persocoms bring out her deepest insecurities, and not without reason. Just as people once became addicted to their computers, many people are now addicted to their persocoms to the exclusion of other human beings. Because persocoms look so much like people, it's more than just addiction - it's an emotional bond that some would call love. Ordinarily this love would be considered one-sided, as how could a computer love a person back? When the persocom in question is the mysterious Chi, perhaps it's not such an impossibility. This book is recommended for older teens.

Can a computer ever replace a human being? Minoru Kokubunji built Yuzuki to replace his sister after her passing. While Yuzuki certainly feels like a sister to Minoru, the more time he spends with her, the more he loves her for who she is. Chi was also built as a substitute family member. Back then she was known as Elda, and she and her "sister" Freya were built to be the daughters of their creator and his wife. They behaved and looked like real children, and they even had the ability to love. But something went wrong - very wrong. Now Chi must find her "someone just for her" before an even worse disaster strikes. This book is recommended for older teens.

Chi has developed quite a bit since Hideki found her lying in the garbage one fateful morning. She's learned to speak, work in a pastry shop, go shopping...and, so it would seem, to love. After much soul searching (if a persocom could even be considered to have a soul) Chi comes to the realization that her feelings towards Hideki, her "someone just fer her," are nothing short of love. Only two obstacles stand between her and happiness. First there's Hideki; he's been struggling with the idea that a person can have feelings for a machine. Can her return her love? Second is the mysterious Zima and Dita. Having run out of patience, they're quickly closing in to deactivate Chi before her strong emotions pose a threat to persocoms everywhere.This book is recommended for older teens.

Every few years, the prestigious Seisho Academy holds a prominent musical competition, and only the very best students at the Academy are allowed to participate. Though all are eligible to apply, only students from the music department actually make it to the competition...until now. Kahoko is a normal student in the general education department with absolutely no musical skill, but all that changes when she catches a glimpse of an elusive fairy who lives on campus. The fairy grants Kahoko a magic violin, and before she knows it, she's nominated to participate in the school's music competition with five very attractive boys. Will she win love and fame, or will bitter rivalry rule the day? This book is recommended for teens.

Kahoko may have a magic violin that gives her some technical ability, but the violin's true magic is only unlocked when Kahoko "feels" the music, something she's having trouble doing in the midst of all the new tension in her life. She's supposed to be getting to know her fellow competitors, but the first stage of the competition is coming soon, and she barely has time to pick her music, let alone make new friends. So why is she so drawn to her fellow Gen Ed student, Ryotaro...? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The first round of the music competition is about to begin, and Kyoko's accompanist reveals her plot to get Kyoko disqualified! Unsettled by this betrayal, Kyoko can't truly enjoy the music, even when Ryotaro gallantly steps in as her new accompanist. Kyoko's performance is mediocre, but Ryotaro so impresses Lili that he soon finds himself added as a second-round contestant. Will Kyoko and Ryotaro's budding friendship be ruined by the heat of competition? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

With the second round approaching, Kahoko is finally getting invested in the competition. But her newfound determination is tested when fellow contestant Azuma unleashes his dark side at her expense. Kahoko feels threatened by his shocking behavior, but Azuma's good boy image is so strong that no one would believe Kahoko if she told. Can Kahoko withstand the pain and pressure of the music school life? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The much-anticipated Second Selection has begun! With two students from outside the music school now in the competition, the entire campus is abuzz. And when Len's musician parents show up as special guests, Len feels special pressure to turn in a powerful performance. Will Len outdo himself...or succumb to backstage sabotage? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Kahoko wanted to get closer to her fellow contestants, but she wasn't expecting an engagement! When Azuma asks her to pose as his fiancée to discourage a girl with an out-of-control crush, just how far will the deception go? Then Kahoko discovers that cheerful trumpeter Kazuki has worries of his own...This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Is it fair to use magic to win? After a tense confrontation with Len, Kahoko makes a painful decision: she's got to withdraw from the competition. But can she turn her back on music, or has it become too much a part of her life? Even if Kahoko changes her mind, she may not be able to play again, as Lili warns her that the magic of the violin is wearing off for good...This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Music can last forever--but magic can't. In the middle of the Third Selection, Kahoko's magical violin finally loses its power. Can Kahoko complete her performance on heart alone? Will she be able to pursue her newfound love of music any further? With such weighty matters on her mind, Kahoko is blindsided by a threat no enchantment could have predicted: Ryotaro's ex-girlfriend, who shows up determined to win back the hunky pianist's heart! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Personalities clash as the contestants rehearse for the Final Selection. Ryotaro is forced to choose between Kahoko and his ex-girlfriend Mizue. Len and Ryotaro cross swords over music--and Kahoko. Kazuki struggles with an increasingly painful crush. And Kahoko, now playing without magical assistance, feels she has more than ever to prove to the doubting Len. Can Kahoko and her friends channel their passion into music, or will it tear the group apart? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

At long last, the Final Selection has arrived! Kahoko and her fellow contestants take the stage, knowing that only one of them can win. For Kahoko, there's even more pressure: this is the first time she'll perform without magical assistance. But after the competition, an even greater challenge lies ahead: deciding what to do next. Is music--and love--in the future for Kahoko and her friends? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

On her sixteenth birthday, orphan Himari Momochi inherits her ancestral estate that she’s never seen. Momochi House exists on the barrier between the human and spiritual realms, and Himari is meant to act as guardian between the two worlds. But on the day she moves in, she finds three handsome squatters already living in the house, and one seems to have already taken over her role! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

On her sixteenth birthday, orphan Himari Momochi inherits her ancestral estate that she’s never seen. Momochi House exists on the barrier between the human and spiritual realms, and Himari is meant to act as guardian between the two worlds. But on the day she moves in, she finds three handsome squatters already living in the house, and one seems to have already taken over her role! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

On her sixteenth birthday, orphan Himari Momochi inherits her ancestral estate that she’s never seen. Momochi House exists on the barrier between the human and spiritual realms, and Himari is meant to act as guardian between the two worlds. But on the day she moves in, she finds three handsome squatters already living in the house, and one seems to have already taken over her role! Himari Momochi inherits Momochi House, an estate that exists on the barrier between the human and spiritual realms. Four friends come over to visit Himari, but Aoi can sense that one of them is no longer alive. This spirit is absorbing Momochi House’s power and is quickly transforming into a demon. Will Himari be able to stop its progression and save her friends? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

On her sixteenth birthday, orphan Himari Momochi inherits her ancestral estate that she’s never seen. Momochi House exists on the barrier between the human and spiritual realms, and Himari is meant to act as guardian between the two worlds. But on the day she moves in, she finds three handsome squatters already living in the house, and one seems to have already taken over her role! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Himari Momochi inherits Momochi House, an estate that exists on the barrier between the human and spiritual realms. The waters of the seven sacred falls have become polluted, and Himari, Aoi, and the shikigami cross over to the spiritual realm to find the cause. But during an attempt to purify the waters, Himari is taken away by the dragon god! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Himari Momochi inherits Momochi House, an estate which exists on the barrier between the human and spiritual realms. Himari is still coming to terms with Aoi’s rejection of her love confession when Takamura Nachi, the Classical Literature teacher, shows her a mirror that is said to reflect the true feelings of its beholder… This book is recommended for teens and adults.

After orphan Teru Kurebayashi loses her beloved older brother, she finds solace in the messages she exchanges with DAISY, an enigmatic figure who can only be reached through the cell phone her brother left her. Meanwhile, mysterious Tasuku Kurosaki always seems to be around whenever Teru needs help. Could DAISY be a lot closer than Teru thinks? One day at school Teru accidentally breaks a window and agrees to pay for it by helping Kurosaki with chores around school. Kurosaki is an impossible taskmaster though, and he also seems to be hiding something important from Teru...This book is recommended for teens and adults

When Teru’s home gets burglarized, she ends up staying at Kurosaki’s apartment. The close quarters lead to tension, but things get even more complicated when a woman named Riko Onizuka shows up, bringing up a past that involves Kurosaki…This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Teru decides to move out of Kurosaki’s apartment, but she wonders if Kurosaki is actually relieved that she’s leaving. As she settles in at her new place, trouble comes knocking when an old business acquaintance of her brother’s appears…This book is recommended for teens and adults.

After orphan Teru Kurebayashi loses her beloved older brother, she finds solace in the messages she exchanges with DAISY, an enigmatic figure who can only be reached through the cell phone her brother left her. Meanwhile, mysterious Tasuku Kurosaki always seems to be around whenever Teru needs help… Could DAISY be a lot closer than Teru thinks? Discovering DAISY's true identity not only shocks Teru but makes things more confusing for her as well. Meanwhile, someone pretending to be DAISY threatens to spread a computer virus at school! But who's the true target of this attack? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Nicholas, the illegitimate son of a retired fencing champion, is a scrappy fencing wunderkind, and dreams of getting the chance and the training to actually compete. After getting accepted to the prodigious Kings Row private school, Nicholas is thrust into a cut-throat world, and finds himself facing not only his golden-boy half-brother, but the unbeatable, mysterious Seiji Katayama...

Nicholas Cox is determined to prove himself in the world of competitive fencing, and earn his place on the Kings Row fencing team, alongside sullen fencing prodigy, Seiji Katayama, to win the right to go up against his golden-boy half-brother. Tryouts are well underway at King’s Row for a spot on the prodigious fencing team, and scrappy fencer Nicholas isn’t sure he’s going to make the grade in the face of surly upperclassmen, nearly impossibly odds, and his seemingly unstoppable roommate, the surly, sullen Seiji Katayama. It’ll take more than sheer determination to overcome a challenge this big! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Scrappy fencer Nicholas Cox comes to the end of his path to prove himself worthy of a father he never knew in the face of surly upperclassmen, nearly impossible odds, and the talent of his rival, sullen fencing prodigy, Seiji Katayama. Sparks fly white-hot on the pitch as Nicholas and Seiji finally face off once again in the halls of King’s Row. It’s a match that will change King’s Row (and both of them!) forever, and set the stage as the team journeys to face their bitter rivals and prove themselves once and for all. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The team at King’s Row must face the school that defeated them in the fencing state championships last year, but first Nicholas and Seiji must learn to work together as a team...and maybe something more! FOILED AGAIN? Just as Nicholas, Seiji and the fencing team at the prodigious Kings Row private school seem to be coming together, a deadly rival from their past stands in their way once more. MacRobertson is the school that knocked Kings Row out of the State Championships last year - but unless Nicholas and Seiji can learn to work together as a team, their school is doomed once again! And maybe those two can learn to be something more than teammates too…This book is recommended for teens and adults.

On her way home from school one day, Noriko is unexpectedly plunged into a strange and extraordinary fantasy world. Her troubles compound exponentially when she is rescued and befriended by a handsome Young man by the name of Izark. He may be brave and courageous, but inside Izark lurks the darkest evil imaginable. And according to an ancient prophecy, Noriko possesses the power to unleash that evil. Now, inexorably bound together, these two unlikely allies must navigate a world both wondrous and hostile. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The adventures of a school girl named Noriko begin the day she is unexpectly transported into a strange fantasy world where the teenager discovers she possesses a prophetic power that can awaken powerful evil forces...This book is recommended for teens.

With each passing day, Noriko discovers more and more about the strange and chimerical world she now calls home. Everyone is talking about an ancient prophecy and "the awakening" that will usher in a new epoch. This book is recommended for teens.

A prophecy of doom, passed down from generation to generation, has finally arrived. Manifest in the form of a young teenage girl named Noriko, the awakening promises a new world of frighting uncertainty. In an attempt to avoid capture, Noriko and her band of allies travel into the White Mist Forest. Danger lurks everywhere, however...especially in this infrequently traveled wildwood! This book is recommended for teens.

Even with such infinite power, Noriko still relies on the help of her faithful companion Izark to protect her. There are enemies lurking everywhere and Noriko needs all the help she can get. Izark, however, may be the biggest threat of all. Within him lies an evil most unimaginable. When that evil finally reveals itself, Noriko's spontaneous reaction surprises everyone...including herself! This book is recommended for teens.

Together for only a short time, Noriko and Izark are beginning to develop romantic feelings for one another. But now, before the spark of passion catches fire, another comrade-in-arms confesses his love for the young schoolgirl. Even in the most dire of situations, love can blossom...twice! This book is recommended for teens.

So far, Izark has proven himself to be a courageous and dependable bodyguard. But cruel circumstances beyond his control are now tearing him away from Noriko. Despite his love for the vulnerable teenager, he fears he must abandon her...before he destroys her! This book is recommended for teens.

Transported into a fantastical world of high adventure, a confused and frightened teenager discovers she holds a prophetic power that will awaken a new epoch of staggering uncertainty. But even with such infinite power, Noriko remains vulnerable to the dangers that swirl around her. Ever so slowly a small delegation of supporters has rallied to her defense-most notably a fierce and loyal swordsman by the name of lzark. Both demon and savior, lzark struggles daily with the good and evil that resides deep inside him. Is he the monster a whole world fears? Or is he the hero who will lead his people to a new and prosperous era? Whether she knows it or not, Noriko is the only one who has the answer to that fateful question. This book is recommended for teens.

Tohru Honda was an orphan with no place to go until the mysterious Sohma family offered her a place to call home. Now her ordinary high school life is turned upside down as she's introduced to the Sohma's world of magical curses and family secrets. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Ever since Tohru Honda discovered the Zodiac secret of the Sohma clan, her eyes have opened to a world of magic and wonder. But with such a great secret comes great responsibility. When her best friends Hana-chan and Uo-chan come to the Sohma home for a sleepover, Tohru has her work cut out for her keeping the "Cat" in the bag and the "Dog" on a leash. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

It's Valentines Day and you know what that means - lots of chocolates for the cutest boys at school! In this case, it's a pretty close tie between hot-headed Kyo Sohma and "Prince Charming" Yuki Sohma. Of course the kind-hearted Tohru, guest of the Sohma family, has chocolates for everyone! But when White Day comes around, what will the Sohma family give her in return? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

When the infamous Akito makes an in-class appearance at the start of the school year, the Sohma family worries that his arrival will be an uncensored exercise of show-and-tell about Yuki's past. Meanwhile, when Ayame vows to rekindle his brother's lost friendship, he begins to realize that you can choose your friends but you can't choose your family - especially when they're acting like animals! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

For a springtime treat, Shigure arranges for Tohru and the gang to spend Golden Week at the Sohmas' vacation home. On a rainy day, as the holiday draws to a close, who should make a surprise visit but Hatsuharu! But what's that he's hiding in the bundle under his arm? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Delving into the recesses of Kyo's past, we find the Sohma trio returning home on a rainy day. There, a mysterious man who has known Kyo for a long time meets them. Trust, loyalty and the bonds of family and friendship are tested, as Tohru must help Kyo deal with the "monsters" that he's been trying to avoid. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Finally - summer has arrived! While Tohru struggles through bipolar days of hope and anxiety, what will happen when Yuki comes face-to-face with the new member of the student council? Meanwhile, who is that Uo-chan's hanging out with? Is she c-r-a-z-y in love? In a bonus feature, Hana-chan's past is finally disclosed! This book is recommended for teens.

The world's most popular shojo manga continues! While at the Sohma vacation home, Tohru is caught in a whirlwind of family strife. Can she relax and put the "fun" in dysfunctional? None of the Sohmas are going to make it easy, including an angry horse that attacks Tohru. Could this be a new member of the Zodiac? Meanwhile, in a fierce argument with Akito, Kyo reveals his true feelings for Tohru. Will Akito tell Tohru about Kyo's secret crush? And speaking of secrets, Akito makes a major announcement - one that will reveal his true identity and change the Sohma family forever! This book is recommended for teens.

With the beginning of the school year approaching, the gang returns from summer break - and what a vacation indeed! A new student council has been assembled, with two new secretaries: Naohito, who has declared himself Yuki's rival, and Kimi, who is known as a devil woman - and a thief of men's hearts. Later, when Tohru goes to see her grandfather, he brings up a part of Tohru's past that she had tried to shut away. And with a parent-teacher conference on the horizon, Mayuko gives Shigure some good advice. This book is recommended for teens.

The time for Yuki's parent-teacher conference has finally arrived, and Yuki must learn how to make his own decisions if he wants to have a say about his future. Later, Tohru sets off on a quest to find out if Kureno Sohma is the same person Arisa has been in love with all this time. But along the way she will discover a tragic secret about Momiji's sister Momo...This book is recommended for teens.

Isuzu loves snooping through Shigure's life, especially when she's totally convinced that he is hiding something. But when Tohru finds a passed-out Isuzu in the house, she tries to drag Isuzu to the hospital. Meanwhile, Yuki goes to the ASB student council room only to find it trashed again! But as the secrets of who vandalized the room come out of the closet, Yuki accidentally gets locked in one. Who will be the one to help him get out? The answer is right inside this next volume of the super-popular Fruits Basket, the world's most popular shojo manga! This book is recommended for teens.

Yuki's past finally is revealed! But is it all too much to bear? His sickness takes a turn for the worse, and after Akito reminds Yuki how loathed he is, his will to live might finally be drained... Meanwhile, as Tohru is getting ready to perform in Cinderella, the class decides that they have to rewrite the play. But no amount of revision will prevent Tohru from improvising her loving feelings for a certain someone. Just who is the mystery man? A little bird tells us that the answer is right inside this next volume of the super-popular Fruits Basket, the world's #1 shojo manga! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Tragedy continues to smother the Sohma family. It seems to be spreading to those connected to the Sohmas. Kyo has met Tohru's mother in the past. His memory involves Tohru's birth. Is she ready to hear the truth about her mother and father? Meanwhile, Yuki declares his independence from the actions of others. How will Akito handle Yuki's declaration? This book is recommended for teens.

Akito has more than skeletons hiding in the closet--the curse, dear reader, is not the only reason Kureno won't leave Akito. And who can make Arisa understand Kureno's devotion to Akito? Graduation is approaching, so everyone needs answers! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Kyo finishes telling Tohru about his role in her mother's death and how the reason he disappeared for so long was because he felt so guilty about it. He explains that he overcame his guilt by blaming everything on Yuki, but he now realizes that he was only running away from his own feelings. But how will he react when Tohru tells him how she really feels about him?! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Kyo finally makes the decision to stop running from his fears and confront his birth father. But how will he react to his father's pressure to accept an unwanted truth? Meanwhile, the curse continues to loosen its hold on the members of the Zodiac, but as Akito's control over the Sohma family slips away, will the last vestiges of her sanity and reason slip away, too? With Kureno injured and Tohru in peril, Akito has come to a crossroads...This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Can't Miss Collector's Item: It's Furuba--The Ultimate Edition! Featuring a premium hardcover treatment with Fruits Basket Volumes 1 & 2, this beautiful hardcover includes interior color art and a new cover. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Early in the twentieth century, Hanako journeys to England to follow her dream of becoming a novelist. When things don’t work out quite as she planned, she finds employment as a personal maid to noblewoman Alice Douglas, who makes a most unusual request: she begs Hanako to kill her! As Hanako tries to figure out why her mistress would make such a shocking plea, their relationship grows into something far deeper. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Lady Alice shares the story of her love for her former governess Eliza, as well as its tragic end. In the wake of that story, Hanako finds herself harboring two secrets—including the fact that the feelings in her heart are growing all the more intense. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Alice has finally revealed her secret to Hanako: she is Victor Franks! Yet secrets that must be kept still abound, and family, status, and love bind Alice like thorns. Will she and Hanako ever be free? The beautiful and stirring finale of Goodbye, My Rose Garden! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. A sweet and charming coming-of-age story that explores friendship, love, and coming out. Shy and softhearted Charlie Spring sits next to rugby player Nick Nelson in class one morning. A warm and intimate friendship follows, and that soon develops into something more for Charlie, who doesn't think he has a chance. But Nick is struggling with feelings of his own, and as the two grow closer and take on the ups and downs of high school, they come to understand the surprising and delightful ways in which love works. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Nick and Charlie are best friends. Nick knows Charlie's gay, and Charlie is sure that Nick isn't. But love works in surprising ways, and Nick is discovering all kinds of things about his friends, his family ... and himself. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Charlie didn't think Nick could ever like him back, but now they're officially boyfriends. Nick's even found the courage to come out to his mum. But coming out isn't just something that happens once - there's Nick's older brother, and a school trip to Paris, not to mention all the other friends and family - and life can be hard, even with someone who loves you by your side. As their feelings get more serious, Charlie and Nick will need each other more than ever before. Heartstopper is about love, friendship, loyalty and mental illness. It encompasses all the small stories of Nick and Charlie's lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

A sarcastic teenager with the powers of cupid unleashes her preternatural matchmaking abilities on her school with hilarious and charming results. Jonesy is a self-described “cool dork” who spends her time making zines nobody reads, watching anime, and listening to riot grrrl bands and 1D simultaneously. But she has a secret nobody knows. She has the power to make people fall in love! Anyone. With anything. She’s a cupid in plaid. With a Tumblr. There’s only one catch—it doesn’t work on herself. She’s gonna have to find love the old-fashioned way, and in the meantime, figure out how to distract herself from the real emotions she inevitably has to face when her powers go wrong…This book is recommended for teens and adults.

She doesn’t sling arrows, only attitude! The adventures of Jonesy, the teenage cupid with a penchant for plaid, continue here. Stuff still rules, High School still sucks, and getting anyone to fall in love with her is still impossible! Written by Sam Humphries (Guardians of the Galaxy, Green Lanterns) and illustrated by rising star Caitlin Rose Boyle. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Jonesy has the power to make people fall in love! Anyone. With anything.There's only one catch--it doesn't work on herself! She doesn't sling arrows, only attitude! The adventures of Jonesy, the teenage cupid with a penchant for plaid, continue here. Stuff still rules, High School still sucks, and getting anyone to fall in love with her is still impossible! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Sawako Kuronuma is the perfect heroine...for a horror movie. With striking similarities to a haunting movie character--jet-black hair, sinister smile and silent demeanor--she's mistakenly called Sadako by those around her. But behind her scary façade is a very misunderstood teenager. Too shy to fit in, all she wants to do is make some friends. But when the most popular boy in class befriends her, she's sure to make more than just that--she's about to make some enemies too! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Rumors start flying about Sadako's new friends claiming that Yano's been around the block and Yoshida's a former gang member. And the source of all this tattle? Sadako herself! Will Sadako retreat to her former life as a loner because of a simple misunderstanding?! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Sadako finally becomes friends with her classmates, instead of scaring them off. Even Kurumi, the cutest girl in school, wants to be her friend. But will this new friendship make Sadako realize that her feelings for Kazehaya might be more than just friendly? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Will the curse of Sadako leave her friendless for life? Kurumi's got it all--looks, popularity and friends. But underneath Kurumi's friendly exterior is a manipulative girl who'll do anything to get what she wants! And Sawako has the one thing Kurumi wants--Kazehaya's friendship. Could all of Kurumi's plotting really drive the two apart, or will it instead draw them even closer together? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Sawako finally realizes that her feelings for Kazehaya are more than just admiration. But this novice in love has a lot to learn about romance. Not that Chizu can help her out any--she's got enough worries of her own to deal with! Can either of these shy girls take the next step toward a real relationship? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Chizu is surprised by the sudden homecoming of Tôru, Ryu's older brother and her childhood crush. But old habits die hard when Chizu can't seem to get enough courage to declare her love. But this is the one time Chizu won't be able to count on Ryu to be supportive of her--not when he wants her for himself! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Najika is a great cook and likes to make meals for the people she loves. But something is missing from her life. When she was a child, she met a boy who touched her heart--and now Najika is determined to find him. The only clue she has is a silver spoon that leads her to the prestigious Seika Academy. Attending Seika will be a challenge. Every kid at the school has a special talent, and the girls in Najika’s class think she doesn’t deserve to be there. But Sora and Daichi, two popular brothers who barely speak to each other, recognize Najika’s cooking for what it is--magical. Is either boy Najika’s mysterious prince? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Najika has a special gift. She's a marvelous cook whose food awakens people's fondest memories and feelings of affection. Now she's attending the prestigious Seika Academy, where she hopes to find her "prince," the boy who saved her when she was a little girl. One big problem: It seems that nobody wants her at the college-except two cute brothers, Sora and Daichi, who befriend her right away. But the super-popular teen model Akane will do anything to drive Najika out of the school, even if it means staging a cooking contest with an award-winning chef as Najika's opponent. Will Najika's magical food warm Akane's cold heart? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Thanks to a magical talent for cooking, Najika is attending Seika Academy, a top private school. Najika believes that the boy who once saved her life, her "prince," must be one of her fellow students. When Najika isn't trying to find her mystery boy, she's working at the nearby Fujita Diner. But when it looks like the diner might close, and jealous classmate Akane hatches a sinister plan to drive Najika out of school, Najika retreats to her childhood home. There she cares for her beloved guardian, who has fallen ill. With so much trouble brewing at the academy, will Najika return--or just stay home forever? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Najika came to Seika Academy to find the boy who saved her life. She thinks her “prince” might be either Sora or Daichi–the super-cute brothers who are the most popular boys at school. That is, until one of the brothers warns Najika that her mysterious prince may not be all he seems! Will this revelation put an end to Najika’s lifelong quest? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Najika faces a new challenge, and it may be her toughest one yet. Before their tragic accident, her parents, both famous pastry chefs, made a promise to the grandmother of a classmate of Najika’s: to duplicate a white cake the elderly woman once tasted abroad as a teenager. Now Najika hopes to re-create the cake herself. With so few clues (it’s fluffy and heavenly) and so many possibilities, the trial and error might just go on forever. But Najika refuses to give up–-for one reason: She knows that all great masterpieces contain a distinct magic: a secret ingredient called love. Najika will need lots of it to make the wishes of Anju’s grandmother–-and certain other classmates–-come true. And who knows? With so much amour in the air, Najika might just find a little left over for herself! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

In the near future, the federal government creates a committee to rid society of books it deems unsuitable. The libraries vow to protect their collections, and with the help of local governments, form a military group to defend themselves--the Library Forces! Iku Kasahara has dreamed of joining the Library Defense Force ever since one of its soldiers stepped in to protect her favorite book from being confiscated in a bookstore when she was younger. But now that she's finally a recruit, she's finding her dream job to be a bit of a nightmare. Especially since her hard-hearted drill instructor seems to have it in for her! This book is recommended for older teens.

When the director of the Kanto Library Base gets sick, a temporary replacement is assigned, according to regulations. But Iku and her roommate, Asako, discover a trail of missing books that lead back to the temporary director. Has he betrayed everything the Library Forces stand for and handed books over to the enemy?! This book is recommended for older teens.

Iku is about to face her most difficult challenge--her parents are coming to visit the library where she works! When she joined the Library Forces, she told her parents that she was just going to be a librarian Now they might discover that she's on the ultra-dangerous Task Force. Can her parents ever accept that she's a library warrior? This book is recommended for older teens.

It's Valentine's Day, and Iku's hopes are dashed when Dojo, the guy she's been crushing on--and who's her Library Force superior!--receives an elegant box of chocolates from another woman. Romantic intrigue strikes the whole team as Shibazaki meets a would-be suitor and confides in Iku about her tortured love life. And it seems that Hikaru is being followed by someone from his past... This book is recommended for older teens.

Hikaru's big brother is working for the enemy, and he wants to reunite with Hikaru. Meanwhile, someone is posting negative reviews on the library's website, and Kasahara intends to find out who. Later, personal issues are set aside when the Library Forces find out about a book burning on their home turf! This book is recommended for older teens.

A new romance from Io Sakisaka, leading shojo manga creator and author of Ao Haru Ride! Four friends share the springtime of their youth together.. Fast friends Yuna and Akari are complete opposites: Yuna is an idealist while Akari is a realist. When lady-killer Rio and the oblivious Kazuomi join their ranks, love and friendship become quite complicated! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Love and friendship have become quite complicated for these four friends. Yuna has fallen in love with Rio, but he has feelings for Akari that he’s never been able to express. While Yuna keeps his secret, Akari makes a move on the person she’s interested in. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Love and friendship have become quite complicated for these four friends. Akari finds herself attracted to Kazuomi even though he’s very different from her usual type, but he seems completely uninterested in love. When Rio learns that Akari likes Kazuomi, his state of mind makes Yuna’s heart ache. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Love and friendship have become quite complicated for these four friends. Rio’s kiss is the result of being unable to rein in his feelings after he discovers Akari has fallen for Kazuomi. Akari, who is working to keep the family together, and Yuna, who loves Rio, are shocked. Can Yuna help Rio understand what’s at stake? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Love and friendship have become quite complicated for these four friends. After dreaming about kissing Yuna, Rio can’t stop thinking about her. Meanwhile, Akari pursues Kazuomi, but it seems he’s not interested in her? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Love and friendship have become quite complicated for these four friends. Even though their feelings are mutual, Akari and Kazuomi can’t get their timing right. Rio realizes he likes Yuna, but he suspects his friend Agatsuma likes her too. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Love and friendship have become quite complicated for these four friends. Akari seeks comfort from Kazuomi after an ex-boyfriend has some harsh words for her. Yuna is about to hear a love confession, but is it from the boy she likes? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Love and friendship have become quite complicated for these four friends. Yuna and Rio have started dating, and Akari and Kazuomi are growing closer. But now that Akari’s ex-boyfriend wants her back, will Kazuomi find the right time to tell Akari how he feels? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Love and friendship have become quite complicated for these four friends. Yuna’s insecurities about herself resurface on her first Valentine’s Day with Rio, and Akari’s plan to give Kazuomi chocolates is thwarted. Will the girls be able to salvage this special day? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Junior high schooler Nina is ready to fall in love. She’s looking for a boy who’s cute and sweet–and strong enough to support her when the chips are down. But what happens when Nina’s dream comes true . . . twice? One day, two cute boys literally fall from the sky: they’re both wizards and they’ve come to the Human World to take the Magic Exam. The boys’ success on this test depends on protecting Nina from evil, so now Nina has a pair of cute magical boys chasing her everywhere she goes! One of these wizards just might be the boy of her dreams . . . but which one? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Nina doesn’t have just one dream boy–she has two: Zero and Ichî. Both are supercute wizards, who make her heart beat a little bit faster. But which boy is Nina actually falling for? When a second pair of wizards arrives from the Magical World, Nina learns a little bit more about Zero’s and Ichî’s mysterious past, and why they’re so intent on passing the magic exam at the wizards’ academy. And faster than you can say “taffy pull,” Nina finds herself caught in a tug-of-war between the two! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Nina’s in love–but who’s the lucky boy? After all, what girl could choose between Zero and Ichî? They’re both wizards, and they’re both supercute! When a matchmaking witch slips Nina a love potion, will the magic spell help Nina choose her soul mate? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The Magic Exams have arrived and changes are on the way. Nina will no longer have the cute boys, Zero and Ichî, to look after her. What’s a girl to do–perhaps go out for a lollipop? But which flavor should she choose? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Nina has a problem other girls can only dream about: Two cute boys, Zero and Ichî, are madly in love with her! And they are both apprentice wizards to boot. When a wild magic spell goes terribly wrong, Nina has her first kiss! But who’s the lucky boy? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Nina has a crush on Ichî, a cute boy wizard. But she also likes Zero, his best friend. Nina can’t seem to choose between these two charmers. But when Zero sneaks a kiss, Nina is more confused than ever. Will Nina ever learn to listen to her heart? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Zero’s not just the boy of Nina’s dreams–he’s also her hero. This super-cute wizard once made a promise to protect Nina from danger. But when a mysterious group of magicians steals Zero’s magic, it’s Nina’s turn to get tough. Now Nina’s all set to save Zero . . . with the magical power of love! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Everyone knows Asahi is the worst liar in school–he’s so painfully transparent that his childhood frenemy has developed gossip tabloids around his best kept secrets. When Asashi falls in love with the enigmatic Shiragami Youko from his class, he decides to confess to her before she, and everyone else, can read his feelings like an open book. There’s just one problem–Asashi stumbles upon her secret, and it’s a lot bigger than his! Youko is, in fact, a vampire, and if the school finds out, she’ll disappear from his life forever. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

High school student Kuromine Asahi is the kind of guy who literally cannot tell a lie.Whether it's trying to maintain a poker face in a simple game of cards, or keeping scurrilous gossip to himself, Asahi is a total failure when it comes to the art of deception. So what happens when he stumbles upon the most shocking secret of his life? When Asahi learns that Shiragami Youko, a beautiful girl of few words, is actually a vampire. Can Asahi possibly keep his lips sealed? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Bath time, pool time, and dare time- the inhumans are on a rampage!! Our heroines are threatened by an alien woman and a goddess of fortune?! Asahi faints in agony over a secret date that any man would dream of?! A vampire rom-com chock full of fun and frivolity!! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Summer arrives for our inhuman heroines! And summer means festivals and camping! Aizawa-san faces a cheek-flushing, heart-pounding summer festival, a monsterous family makes their big entrance during a camping trip, and a girl with a dangerous air approaches Asahi and his friends...This book is recommended for teens and adults.

An athletic meet that's out of this world!! Human, vampire, wolfman, alien- everyone goes wild for the school's athletic meet! Our competitors will stop at nothing to win...what, exactly? Meanwhile, Asahi and his friends must deal with the appearance of Rin, the girl from the future. Will she change the entire storyline? And will Asahi's romance take a giant leap?! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

"My Monster Secret" is an ongoing manga series that combines both supernatural and extraterrestrial elements in a high school romantic comedy setting. High school student Kuromine Asahi is the kind of guy who literally cannot tell a lie. Whether it's trying to maintain a poker face in a simple game of cards or keeping scurrilous gossip to himself, Asahi is a total failure when it comes to the art of deception. So what happens when he stumbles upon the most shocking secret of his life? When Asahi learns that Shiragami Youko, a beautiful girl of few words, is actually a vampire. Can Asahi possibly keep his lips sealed? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

After a pleasant ski vacation turns into an all-out snowball battle, Asahi is stranded alone with Shiragami-san. Will he...?! And a new shadow falls over Shiragami-san's fun school life- and threatens to end it!! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The fallen angels’s feathers hide a secret!! Meanwhile, Little Class Rep finally grows into human size?! And at the amusement park, Asahi and Shiragami-san finally…!! Expect big romantic developments in this nonstop ridiculous love comedy!! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

One day, Haruhi, a scholarship student at exclusive Ouran High School, breaks an $80,000 vase that belongs to the 'Host Club', a mysterious campus group consisting of six super-rich (and gorgeous) guys. To pay back the damages, she is forced to work for the club, and it's there that she discovers just how wealthy the boys are and how different they are from everybody else. This book is recommended for teens.

The school-wide physical exam has thrown the members of the elegant Host Club for a loop. How can the doctor not discover that Haruhi is a girl? And once the female customers learn the turn, Haruhi can kiss her job goodbye. This book is recommended for teens.

One day, Haruhi, a scholarship student at exclusive Ouran High School, breaks an $80,000 vase that belongs to the "Host Club," a mysterious campus group consisting of six super-rich (and gorgeous) guys. To pay back the damages, she is forced to work for the club, and it's there that she discovers just how wealthy the boys are and how different they are from everybody else. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

One day, Haruhi, a scholarship student at exclusive Ouran High School, breaks an $80,000 vase that belongs to the 'Host Club', a mysterious campus group consisting of six super-rich (and gorgeous) guys. To pay back the damages, she is forced to work for the club, and it's there that she discovers just how wealthy the boys are and how different they are from everybody else. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

In this high anticipated title, a kind of cross between HANA-KIMI and BOYS OVER FLOWERS, Haruhi is a scholarship student at an exclusive private school: Ouran High School, where it turns out the bespectacled, short-haired Haruhi is the only student from a lower-middle class family in attendance! Then, to make matters worse, one day she breaks an $80,000 vase that belongs to one of the campus clubs-a mysterious outfit called the "Host Club," consisting of six superrich (and gorgeous) guys. Haruhi can't afford to pay back the cost of the vase, of course, so she's forced to work for the Host Club! And it's there that she discovers just how rich all the boys are and how different the rich are from you and me...And meanwhile, the eccentric but good-hearted rich boys are shocked to find out how life is on the other side...This book is recommended for teens and adults.

In this high anticipated title, a kind of cross between HANA-KIMI and BOYS OVER FLOWERS, Haruhi is a scholarship student at an exclusive private school: Ouran High School, where it turns out the bespectacled, short-haired Haruhi is the only student from a lower-middle class family in attendance! Then, to make matters worse, one day she breaks an $80,000 vase that belongs to one of the campus clubs-a mysterious outfit called the "Host Club," consisting of six super-rich (and gorgeous) guys. Haruhi can't afford to pay back the cost of the vase, of course, so she's forced to work for the Host Club! And it's there that she discovers just how rich all the boys are and how different the rich are from you and me...And meanwhile, the eccentric but good-hearted rich boys are shocked to find out how life is on the other side...This book is recommended for teens.

Hunny's little brother, Chika, pays a visit to the Host Club--and immediately starts attacking Hunny, using all his martial-arts prowess against his older brother! Chika seems to be the absolute opposite of his sweets-loving, Bun-Bun-toting sibling, but why is he so angry with Hunny? The Host Club is determined to find out the cause...This book is recommended for teens.

The first-years in Class 1-A are taking part in a test of courage, where the loser will receive the dubious honor of being dubbed Best of Cowards. Kazukiyo Souga, the club president and fraidy-cat at heart, is happy to be on a team with the levelheaded Haruhi, but will he be able to stomach the antics of his other teammates - the twins Hikaru and Kaori Hitachiin? This book is recommended for teen.s

In middle school, Tamaki Suoh must entice the coldhearted twins, Hikaru and Kaoru Hitachiin, to join his newly created Host Club. But in order to get them to accept his proposal, he must first best them at their own game. This book is recommended for teens.

Ever since the day he helped her up after a nasty tumble, Black Magic Club member Reiko Kanazuki has been obsessed with Hunny. She is devoting all her knowledge of the dark arts to curse him and steal his soul. Will the sweetest member of the Host Club fall victim to her spells? This book is recommended for teens.

In this screwball romantic comedy, Haruhi, a poor girl at a rich kids' school, is forced to repay an $80,000 debt by working for the school's swankiest, all-male club--as a boy! There, she discovers just how wealthy the six members are and how different the rich are from everybody else...with the host club members on opposite sides, the sports festival at Ouran High School has become an all-out war! Can the bonds of friendship withstand the strain of competition? This book is recommended for teens.

Hikaru and Kaoru's fight over Haruhi is taking its toll on Hunny and Mori, who are trying to watch over the estranged twins. Meanwhile, unbeknownst to Tamaki, Kyoya starts looking for Tamaki's mother in France. This book is recommended for teens.

Mei, wanting Haruhi to face up to her feelings, leaves out a magazine that has a checklist for determining whether a girl is in love. As Haruhi reads through the checklist, she realizes that one host may have captured her heart without her even knowing...This book is recommended for teens.

Hikaru has asked Haruhi to go out with him, but he doesn't want her answer right away. Yet at the same time, he's trying to get Tamaki to realize he's in love with Haruhi too. Is the Host Club prepared for a love triangle among its members? This book is recommended for teens.

The members of the Host Club plan an event to help Tamaki get over his separation anxiety from the Host Club, and even Haruhi gets in on the action. Will the bonds of friendship between Tamaki and Haruhi become bonds of love? This book is recommended for teens.

The two senior members of the Host Club are graduating and will lead separate lives at university. Everyone is mourning the loss of the Hunny-Mori Combo, but the longtime duo already seems to have ended their close friendship. Now Mori has challenged Hunny to a duel--but why? This book is recommended for teens.

Tamaki’s father and grandmother, the heads of the powerful Suoh Corp., are behind the Host Club’s suspension and the plan for Haruhi to be shipped off abroad. Now the Host Club members must pull out all the stops to save their beloved leader from his family’s infighting. This book is recommended for teens.

In this screwball romantic comedy, Haruhi, a poor girl at a rich kids' school, is forced to repay an $80,000 debt by working for the school's swankiest, all-male club--as a boy! There, she discovers just how wealthy the six members are and how different the rich are from everybody else...this is the final volume! This book is recommended for teens.

Yukari wants nothing more than to make her parents happy by studying hard and getting into a good college. One afternoon, however, she is kidnapped by a group of self-proclaimed fashion mavens calling themselves "Paradise Kiss." Yukari suddenly finds herself in the roller coaster life of the fashion world, guided by George, art-snob extraordinaire. In a glamorous makeover of body, mind and soul, she is turned from a hapless bookworm into her friends' own exclusive clothing model. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Yukari has got big problems. She used to be a normal school girl with classes and homework just like everyone else. But, ever since she met the fashion-forward posse known as Paradise Kiss, her life has been turned upside-down. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

It turns out that Yukari is a natural when it comes to modeling. In no time, her career takes off, and soon she's fielding offers from bigtime modeling agencies. But she soon discovers she needs her parents' consent before anyone can represent her. Yeah, like that's ever going to happen! When Yukari asks the love of her life, George, for some professional guidance, he gives her grief-not answers. Does this guy even know the meaning of love? Yukari is beginning to wonder if he's worth her time-or her devotion.

The school fashion show is finally here, and it's a last-minute fight to the finish to get the awesome ensemble ready on time. The drama escalates when a stressed-out Yukari literally passes out from exhaustion in George's car. No one knows if she'll recover in time to model for the show. Meanwhile, a mysterious female friend from George's past shows up to support him on the big day. Are they just friends...or something more? Yukari's not sure who she can trust. All she's 100 per cent sure about is that she wants the Paradise Kiss posse to take first place at the fashion show, no matter what it takes. Will they reign victorious or be forced to taste the agony of defeat? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Ai Shiomi is pushed into attending the Psychic Academy, where he must live up to his older brother's heroic reputation a "The Man Who Stopped the Evil Lord." To make matters worse, his brother is now a teacher at the academy. This book is recommended for older teens.

The school year is coming to a close, and that means one thing: final exams! Ai is pretty confident about the academic part, but as for the psychic tests, let's just say his head is spinning. And to make matters worse, some of the envious students are setting out to make sure Ai's first year at the Psychic Academy is his last. Attendance is definitely required for this next volume of Psychic Academy. This book is recommended for older teens.

The mysterious new girl Fafa sweeps into school and enchants Ai with the romantic notion of ditching class- a way to achieve, as she describes it, true "freedom." Ai, certainly not the rebellious type, but also not a big fan of school attempts to embrace this new form of academic self-expression. When Mew shows up to grad him back to class she learns that Fafa won't surrender her new plaything without a fight! This book is recommended for older teens.

The semester continues for Ai, Myu and Orina! Aura Hunters are on the loose and everyone's got to be careful, especially Ai. When Ai and Orina are out on the town, hunters are hot on their trail. Is the School President involved somehow? This book is recommended for older teens.

Before they can have some hot fun in the summertime, Ai, Orina and Mew help Zero investigate a mysterious stray aura at a seaside camp. Once there, it's apparent that all psychically gifted people experience the same dream--a beautiful sunset overlooking the ocean. Is this some sort of environmental message? Or is someone fooling with Mother Nature? This book is recommended for older teens.

Ai is in for the fight of a lifetime when two specialists from A.D.C. come the Psychic Academy in search of those that possess the "aura of light." In order to demonstrate his powers, Ai must fight one of these "professionals." However the stakes are high: If he loses the battle he will be sent to A.D.C. in America--away from his friends and family! This book is recommended for older teens.

A kiss here, a touch there, at a love motel... the perfect setting for a steamy romance just between Ai and Orina, or so they thought. Feelings between Ai and Orina are heating up rather well until Ai senses Mew's cries for help in her fight against Tokimitsu. Ai rushes to Mew's aid and leaves Orina in the dust. Could Ai be the boy from the past Mew has been looking for all her life? This book is recommended for older teens.

As Ai and Mew struggle with the emotional implications of their Para Dream, an unknown aura attacks the Academy--the mysterious assailant seems even more powerful than Zerodyne! Mew is knocked unconscious in the fray, and falls into the hands of the sinister Dr. Watabe. Will Ai uncover the dark connection between his would-be love and this unscrupulous scientist in time to save Mew? This book is recommended for older teens.

Tokimitsu is back, and he's desperate for Ai to join the ADC. Tokimitsu believes that by sparring with Ai, his own powers will intensify. In the heat of battle, things look grim for Ai--until Mew arrives on the scene. The fight quickly turns in Ai's favor, and he once again questions his relationship with Orina... Ever since the Para dream, Ai can't seem to get his mind off Mew. Has their relationship passed the turning point? This book is recommended for older teens.

Gabriella comes to Principal Baraffe as an agent of ADC Japan to request ward-ship of Shiomi. When Baraffe refuses, Dr. Watabe orders Gabriella to take Shiomi by any means necessary. Meanwhile, Ren plots to eliminate ADC. This book is recommended for older teens.

Years ago, Genma promised his old friend Soun Tendo that Ranma would marry one of Soun's three daughters, and carry on the family's martial arts school. Except that the girl picked to be Ranma's bride doesn't seem to like him, Ranma keeps getting into fights...and did we mention that whole changing into a girl thing? This book is recommended for older teens.

Being a martial artist, Ranma just can't resist the call to combat, and takes on one opponent after another: Ryoga, a lone-wolf fighter with no sense of direction; Kodachi, the "Black Rose" of rhythmic gymnastics; and finally, Asuza Shiratori and Mikado Sanzenin, the freestyle figure skating champions. Is there such a thing as TOO much fighting spirit? This book is recommended for older teens.

Ryoga appears in human form to take Ranma out of the duel and pair up with Akane The female Ranma and Ryoga end up together and turn the duel into a brawl. In the process, Akane falls into an ice pool and the duo jump in to save her, with Ryoga turning into a pig on contact Next, a strange Chinese girl named Shampoo is under a village edict to kill any stranger of the same sex who defeats her--even if that stranger turns out to be Ranma. This book is recommended for older teens.

Shampoo's great-grandmother Cologne has every intention of seeing her great-granddaughter marry Ranma, and to that end, she promises to teach Ryoga an ultimate martial arts move - the Bakusai Tenketsu or "Breaking Point" technique. Can Ranma defeat his greatest rival for Akane's affection? Or a better question might be, doe he even want to? This book is recommended for older teens.

Akane gets the lead in the school play and Ranma learns that kissing is such sweet sorrow. Ryoga and Ranma try to find the legendary "Spring of Drowned Man," and twisted sister Kodachi Kuno concocts poisoned treats to snare Mister Saotome. This book is recommended for older teens.

In this volume, Ryoga teams up with Ukyo, goes on a date with Akane, and meets his long-lost fiancé e. Meanwhile, Ranma and Akane both swallow "love pills" supposed to make them fall for the first person they see. This book is recommended for older teens.

Shampoo's spurned suitor Mousse wants revenge on Ranma for stealing the object of his affection. He's kidnapped Akane, and made her the star attraction of a circus act where she turns into a duck. This book is recommended for older teens.

Poor lovesick Ryoga- doomed to forever pine over the girl who thinks of him only as her pet pig P-chan...not that she knows how he feels, or that he is her pet pig, for that matter. A magical bar of soap could change this sad state of affairs, but both Shampoo and Ranma also want that particular bath product for themselves! Then, Ranma finds out what it feels like to be a loser for once, when Happosai applies a strength-sapping formula that leaves Ranma weak as a baby! This book is recommended for older teens.

Ranma's recent weakness has convinced him he needs a new technique, and he's gone to the wilds of Japan to train. Cologne shares her knowledge of the Hiryu Shoten Ha, the "Heaven Blast of the Dragon," a technique that harnesses a combatant's battle aura and unleashes it into a powerful blast....but the learning curve is more challenging than he ever expected. Then, the sound of a bell brings Shampoo a new suitor, Akane takes swimming lessons, and Genma gains a new friend! This been is recommended for older teens.

The Mark of the Gods (actually a doodle representing a school of martial-arts calligraphy) is now upon Ryoga, and the only way he can lose the doodle is to lose a fight -- hopefully to Ranma! Fox Fu, Feline Fu, Flat-Frog Fu - not one of Ranma's ultimate desperation strikes seems to be working! For Akane, it's just too crazy to believe that P-chan may secretly be Ryoga! Better use some extra-hot water to wash that doodle off P-chan, though, just in case...This book is recommended for older teens.

The legendary Dragon's Whisker! Described by a reluctant Ranma as the seal that keeps something terrible from happening, four steamed little buns have come all the way from Qinghai Province, China, in search of it. But what can it be? Ranma wants it...the martial-artist burns want it...Genma wants it. It looks like a simple pigtail-holder, but it's got to be more than that. According to Cologne, once hair kept bound by the Dragon's Whisker is gone, it's gone for good. Ranma's really cutting it close, this time...This book is recommended for older teens.

Ohh, le horreur! A stranger has shown up at school and he's eating everyone's lunch. Meet Picolet ChardinII, master of the tres terrifying "La Belle France School of Martial-Arts Dining." It turns out that Soun and Genma- as they've been known to do, once or twice- have promised one of their children in exchange for a debt, and now that debt's come due. A style of martial arts based on eating doesn't seem as though it would be all that difficult to master...but, then again, the size of the mouths in Picolet's family barely seem even human! If Ranma can't defeat Picolet at his own game, it'd be more than "La Belle France"- it'd be wedding bells! This book is recommended for older teens.

When Genma took baby Ranma away from his mother, he made her a solemn promise that the boy would grow up manly. What will happen when she shows up on the Tendo Dojo doorstep and finds her son in girls' clothes and her husband as a panda? This book is recommended for older teens.

Pantyhose Taro's back, and so is his thirst for vengeance--a thirst he plans to quench by dunking Happosai, the one responsible for the ridiculous name, in water from the Spring of the Drowned Pious Man--in order to get his name back. This book is recommended for older teens.

Akane's sojourn in the remote region of Ryugenzawa leads to her reunion with Shinnosuke, the mysterious boy she remembers from childhood. Only Shinnosuke himself can't remember much of anything, and he's dying of a deadly wound he recieved in Akane's defense. The only thing keeping him alive is Ryugenzawa's magical water...and now, those natural resources are drying up. With the poor, doomed Shinnosuke on her conscience, will Akane decide to stay with him until the bitter end...? This book is recommended for older teens.

Can Ranma prevent his teacher, Miss Hinako, from stealing his "ki" and transforming into her grown-up, more dangerous form? More summer silliness comes when scheming Ukyo invites not just Ranma but Akane as well to a haunted seaside cave. This book is recommended for older teens.

Ranma's mother Nadoka Saotome hasn't seen her son since her husband Genma took him away for a training mission over a decade ago. So, is it any wonder that when a mysterious young stranger drops a scroll with the word "Ranma" scrawled on it, she assumes it's her long-lost boy? Soon, this stranger takes up residence in the Tendo Dojo and starts passing himself off as his mother's son! It doesn't take long for these two "Ranmas" to begin fighting over their legacies, a special scroll, and a secret martial arts technique...This book is recommended for older teens.

In this volume, Ryoga teams up with Ukyo, goes on a date with Akane, and meets his long-lost fiancee. Meanwhile, Ranma and Akane both swallow "love pills" supposed to make them fall for the first person they see. This book is recommended for older teens.

When the monk-in-residence of a faraway temple is only too eager to "give" Ranma, Genma and Soun a legendary martial arts outfit said to endow its wearer with ultimate power, you'd think they would know something was up. But then again, the monk throws in such other lovely gifts...Back at the Tendo Dojo, the true nature of the outfit is revealed: the dogi chooses its own wearer! The outfit picks Akane- much to Ranma's chagrin- and what once was a minor annoyance turns into an issue of pride when Ranma is unable to defeat Akane in battle. Will he have to confess his true feelings to get through to her...? This book is recommended for older teens.

When a well-meaning, yet eternally clueless Ranma suggests that Akane's chest size may be shrinking, Akane is hard-pressed to decide how to best use barbells: to pump up her chest or bust Ranma's face! This book is recommended for older teens.

While traveling, the Tendo and Saotome families are forced to take shelter from the rain in a spooky old mansion. Whilst there, girl-type Ranma slips on a banana peel and accidentally uncovers a cursed mirror that makes a love-hungry copy of her. This crazy copy is actually the spirit of a girl who died right before going on a date. From there, wackiness ensues as this kooky copy kisses everyone she can get her hands on, including boy-type Ranma! The caretaker of the estate, an old butler, drops off a magical compact that can be used to capture the copy. But things take an unexpected turn as Ranma and Akane get trapped inside the compact! How will they ever escape and capture the boy-crazy Ranma copy? This book is recommended for older teens.

Akane Tendo is shocked when she wins a contest by being the 10,000th girl at the beach who isn't able to swim! The locals reward her with an enchanted jellyfish bathing suit that has the uncanny power to enable its wearer to swim. In return for this prize she must enter a long-distance swimming competition against a group of girls all wearing the same magical bathing suit. Akane takes the lead, but a dangerous surprise awaits her at the finish line! Will Ranma dive in and save her in time? This book is recommended for older teens.

Ranma rescues a hapless child being attacked by a flock of evil birdmen. The little kid turns out to be none other than the daughter of the infamous cursed springs' guide! She tells Ranma that the secret map of the springs must be protected from the bird-brained bandits or the very springs themselves will dry up! Ranma and friends are thrust into battle when Shampoo is taken over by the leader of the bird people. Can Ranma beat the birds and save the springs, or will the feathered fiends get the best of him/her? This book is recommended for older teens.

After sixteen years the longest running manga series in America has finally come to an incredible ending! That's right, this is the conclusion to one of the most outrageous, entertaining, and endearing manga stories the world has ever known. This volume will answer all your questions (no peeking at the end)! Does Ranma break his gender-flipping curse? For that matter, does anybody find a way to reverse the effects of the legendary cursed spring? Does Mousse get Shampoo? Does Kuno finally get his little red-headed pig-tailed girl? Does the panty-grabbin' Happosai pilfer enough undergarments to be satisfied? And yes, the ultimate question will be answered: do Ranma and Akane get married? Find out inside! This book is recommended for older teens.

Just when you thought you knew all there was to know about Scott Pilgrim comes Scott Pilgrim Color Hardcover Volume 1: Precious Little Life! The first in a series of brand-new hardcover editions, this remastered, 6"x9" hardcover presents Scott's first "evil ex" battle as you've never seen it before - in full-color! Plus, previously unpublished extras and bonus materials make this mighty tome one that's required reading for Scottaholics everywhere! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Presented in full color for the first time, this gorgeous package includes new bonus materials, as well as remastered artwork and lettering! The second volume in Bryan Lee O'Malley's epic, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, sees Mr. Pilgrim face off against another of Ramona's exes - Hollywood icon and skateboard enthusiast Lucas Lee! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Scott's run-in with Ramona ex, Envy boy toy, and The Clash at Demon Head with bassist Todd Ingram as you've never seen it before - in full-color! Plus, previously unpublished extras, hard-to-find short stories, and exclusive bonus materials will make you see Scott Pilgrim in a whole new light! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The full-color remastering of the Scott Pilgrim epic continues! It's summertime, but who can relax? Scott's relationship with Ramona Flowers is sweeter than ever, but he's still got girl troubles, seven evil ex-boyfriends still want to kill him, and worst of all, now Ramona wants him to get a job! Kicks, punches, rock & roll, subspace, half-ninjas, experience points, samurai swords, girly action, and laughable attempts to seek gainful employment are all that stand in the way of Scott Pilgrim getting it together! Includes previously unpublished extras, deleted scenes, and exclusive bonus content, all in glorious color! This book is recommended for teens and adults

Scott Pilgrim just turned 24, and things couldn't possibly be better! This means things are about to get infinitely worse. Suddenly, TWO of Ramona's evil ex-boyfriends are in town, and they're playing dirty. His band is in turmoil, and his own exes aren't making things any easier. And what's up with Ramona, anyway? She's been acting kinda weird ever since they moved in together. It's the SECOND LAST VOLUME of SCOTT PILGRIM: Scott's precious little life is coming back around to bite him in the butt, and it may not be pretty! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Just when you thought you knew all there was to know about Scott Pilgrim comes Scott Pilgrim Color Hardcover Volume 1: Precious Little Life! The first in a series of brand-new hardcover editions, this remastered, 6"x9" hardcover presents Scott's first "evil ex" battle as you've never seen it before - in full-color! Plus, previously unpublished extras and bonus materials make this mighty tome one that's required reading for Scottaholics everywhere! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Kyoko Mogami followed her true love Sho to Tokyo to support him while he made it big as an idol. But he’s casting her out now that he’s famous enough! Kyoko won’t suffer in silence—she’s going to get her sweet revenge by beating Sho in show biz! Kyoko’s broken heart and creepy rage keeps her from getting into her talent agency of choice. The eccentric president of the agency decides to give her a second chance, but it requires her to wear a bright pink uniform, put up with spoiled stars, and try to live up to the name of her new position—The Love Me Section! Can Kyoko stand the indignity long enough to find her vengeance? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Kyoko needs to make some quick cash to pay for acting school, but an easy job as a seat filler for a variety show soon has her on stage—in a chicken suit! Her debut as Chicken Bo is just the break she needs, but a mess of rivalries could trip up her rise to the top. And things get even crazier when she’s asked to sub for Ren Tsuruga’s sick manager. Can her earnest hard work override his bad first impression of her, or will he become a powerful enemy? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Kyoko’s dreams are finally coming true! She’s landed a spot in Sho’s new video, and revenge is in sight! But vengeance isn’t as easy as she thought, and her rage starts to get in the way of her acting. When her performance catches the attention of some important people, Kyoko finds herself working with the terrifying Ren Tsuruga! Can she make it work, or will her growing fame be her downfall?! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The space aliens of tenchi Moyo! are back in a new series--just in time for the new Tenchi Moyo! TV series and videos! Meet the whole gang in this introductory volume: The hapless Tenchi; Ryoko, superpowered ex-space pirate turned good; Ayeka, prim princess of the planet Jurqai; Washu, the 20,000-year-old greatest genius in the universe; and Mihoshi, a space cop with two left feet. This volume features several ann-new stories of science fiction craziness and romantic hijinks--a perfect introduction for new fans! This book is recommended for teens.

Even little Sasami finds herself in trouble when cute (and hungry) robots invade her school. Later, when everything seems to be getting back to normal, her doting and overly protective father starts threatening to kill her classmates. And, finally, the whole gang must unite to battle an evil replicant of Washu, the greatest genius in the entire universe, If they're not careful, this could be the end! This book is recommended for teens.

Washu Hakubi invented the Black Crystal 5,000 years ago, hoping to build the ultimate security device. Little did she know that her creation, now answering to the name of Dark Washu, would one day travel to Earth and threaten the lives of all her friends. It's Washu vs. Washu in this ultimate Tenchi Muyo smackdown! This book is recommended for teens.

This volume features transformations galore. Super genius Washu turns pesky Dark Washu into an adorable sidekick named Tama, who goes after Tenchi. Meanwhile, Mihoshi's bump in the head transforms the bumbling bunny into a super bunny. There's just one problem: the new Mihoshi is driving her roommates crazy. Meanwhile, Sasami's school seems to be haunted by ghosts, and the girls find themselves in a slippery situation when they decide to fix a celebratory meal for Tenchi. This book is recommended for teens.

Trouble arrives, as it so often does, via supergenius Washu's latest brilliant invention. A lab accident unleashes an adorable pint-size version of Tenchi, lots more adorable pint-sized versions of Tenchi... and then... dinosaurs? Blame it on the unholy combination of a photo album, a stack of books, and biomedical research equipment from outer space... and, of course, on Mihoshi's legendary klutziness. Also, the gang celebrates the traditional demon-fighting holiday of Mamemaki (even though Ryoko is, technically, a demon), one of little Sasami's classmates turns out to be an alien spy, and everybody eats, drinks, and fights like it's goin' out of style. And that's just the beginning... This book is recommended for teens.

Welcome to the madcap universe of Tenchi Muyo! It's a place where humans and cutie-pie aliens gather together to make friends, do a little flirting, and battle evildoers from outer space. This volume features seven all-new stories of science fiction craziness, romantic hijinks, and unexpected explosions -- a perfect introduction for new fans and a relaunch for the popular anime characters! The whole gang is here: hapless half-alient hero Tenchi; superpowered ex-space pirate Ryoko; prim princess of planet Jurai Ayeka; 20,000-year-old cosmic genius Washu; and terminally clumsy cop Mihoshi! This book is recommended for teens.

Ryuji Takasu has learned the hard way that appearances can be deceiving. Despite his inwardly sweet personality, his unintentionally sharp gaze and aggressive features give him the air of a delinquent thug, putting his chances at making friends, let alone a girlfriend, next to zero. It’s Ryuji’s first day in junior high school and it seems as if things are looking up. He gets to sit in between his only friend, Yusaku, and, more importantly, the girl he’s secretly crushing on, Minori Kushieda. But just when he thinks the stars are aligned in his favor, he unwittingly crosses the most feared girl in school, Taiga Aisaku, making her onto his arch enemy. To top it off, Taiga has moved in right next door to Ryuji and happens to be Minori’s best friend! Can this school year possibly get any worse?! This book is recommended for teens.

It’s taken time, but Ryuji and Taiga have slowly found some common ground and can at least tolerate each other. The problem is everyone in Ryuji’s class is now convinced that he and Taiga are dating—even Minori! To make matters even more embarassing, Minori has given Ryuji and Taiga her blessing. How’s Ryuji ever going to win Minori's heart now?! This book is recommended for teens.

It's taken time, but Ryuji and Taiga have found some common ground and can at least tolerate each other (just a little). The problem is everyone in Ryuji's class is now convinced that he and Taiga are dating--even Minori! And to make matters even more embarrassing, Minori has given Ryuji and Taiga her blessings. How's Ryuji ever going to win Minori's heart? This book is recommended for teens.

New transfer student Ami might have won Ryuuji all to herself for the summer...but Taiga, Minori, and Kitamura won't be giving them a moment of peace! Let the wet hot Japanese summer begin! This book is recommended for teens.

The gang is back in school and it's nearly time for the Culture Festival. Ryuuji and Taiga and the rest of Class 2-C can't figure out what to do for the event, until a random lottery pick tasks them with presenting... a pro-wrestling performance?! Over on the home front, Taiga's dad has decided to pop back into her life. The possibility of a divorce with his current wife could mean a reunion with his estranged daughter, but Taiga doesn't trust the old man. Ryuuji feels conflicted. While he hopes for a happily-ever-after between father and daughter, it could spell the end of his own "domestic bliss" with Taiga. This book is recommended for teens.

For all 15 years of their lives, Ami and Noa have competed against each other for love with the same results: both fall for the same guy, inevitably scaring him away and leaving them boyfriend-less. But the vicious cycle is broken when the girls go to a party and each fall for two different guys! With potential love on the horizon, the sky couldn't be bluer...until Ami discovers that these two dudes are actually duds with ulterior motives. Determined to get revenge on these players, Ami vows to make her guy fall for her while she trys to protect an unsuspecting Noa! This book is recommended for all ages.

Ami is determined to win Tamon's heart while competing against her best friend--and rival in love--Noa. Things get even more complicated when Tamon's ex-girlfriend Mika shows up to try to reignite their romance! Frustrated by this unexpected hurdle, Ami seeks advice from Dr. M. But just who is this mysterious love doctor? This book is recommended for all ages.

Ami takes off on her long-awaited school trip, where she's determined to make the school "legend" of love come true and confess her feelings towards that special someone. But will Mika foil her plan when she introduces her seductively handsome cousin? Meanwhile, just when things are starting to go great between Ami and Tamon, Nao cuts it off with Tomohiro! Will our girls ever find true love? This book is recommended for all ages. This book is recommended for teens.

Ami takes off on her long awaited school trip, where she's determined to make the school "legend" of love come truue and confess her feelings towards that special someone. but will Mika foil her plan when she introduces her seductively handsome cousin? Meanwhile, just when things are starting to go great between Ami and Tamon, Nao cuts it off with Tomohiro! Will our girls ever find true love? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

When Ami takes out Tamon on his birthday to the amusement park, the brilliant lights and thrilling rides put her in the mood to finally confesses her feeling toward him! As they become a couple, Ami feels that she can't be happier... Later, Ami meets Sana, a new girl at school, who seems to bond quickly with Ami. But as everybody begins to warn about this "couple crasher," is Ami too blinded by new love to listen? This book is recommended for teens.

Yuki Cross has no memory of her past prior to the moment she was saved from a vampire attack ten years ago. She was adopted by the headmaster of Cross Academy, and now works alongside Zero to guard the Academy's secret. Cross Adademy is attended by two groups of students: the Day Class and the Night Class. At twilight, when the students of the Day Class return to their dorm, they cross paths with the Night Class on their way to school. Yuki Cross and Zero Kiryu are the Guardians of the school, protecting the Day Class from the Academy's dark secret: the Night Class is full of vampires! This book is recommended for older teens and adults.

Yuki and Zero go into town to do some shopping for the Headmaster, and they are attacked by a fiendish vampire called a "Level E". Two Night Class students, Takuma Ichijo and Senri Shiki, come just on time and slay it, and invite Yuki and Zero to their dormitory at midnight to find out why they killed one of their own kind...This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Kaname, the pureblood vampire, has kept to his room since learning of Yuki and Zero's forbidden act. However, the arrival of Ichijo's grandfather brings the entire Night Class together to greet one of the oldest vampires on the senate. Ichijo's grandfather says he's there merely to visit his grandson, but he's out for Kaname's blood. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Hime Kino’s dream is to one day do voice acting like her hero Sakura Aoyama from the Lovely?Blazer anime, and getting accepted to the prestigious Holly Academy’s voice actor department is the first step in the right direction! But Hime’s gruff voice has earned her the scorn of teachers and students alike. Hime will not let that stand unchallenged. She’ll show everyone that she is too a voice acting princess, whether they like it or not!! To make matters worse, Sakura’s grouchy son, Senri, is in Hime’s class, and he seems determined to stomp on her dreams. He even has the nerve to call Lovely?Blazer stupid! But Hime won’t be deterred by naysayers, her new nickname (“Gorilla Princess”), or even getting demoted to the Stragglers group. She’s ready to shine, and nothing is going to stand in her way! This book is recommended for teens.

Hime Kino's dream is to one day do voice acting like her hero Sakura Aoyama from the Lovely?Blazer anime, and getting accepted to the prestigious Holly Academy's voice actor department is the first step in the right direction! But Hime's gruff voice has earned her the scorn of teachers and students alike. Hime will not let that stand unchallenged. She'll show everyone that she is too a voice acting princess, whether they like it or not!! After their successful first lunchtime broadcast, Hime and the other Stragglers are looking forward to their next chance to wow the school and prove they have what it takes to stay in the program. But the scriptwriter they were counting on to pen their piece has lost her creative spark. Can Senri and Hime work together to jump-start her imagination? This book is recommended for teens.

Hime just got her first big break in voice acting, but it means she has to move out of her house and pretend to be a boy! Her new manager, Yamada, is willing to put in the extra time to train her personally, and Hime's hope of being a voice actor seems close to being fulfilled. But Yamada insists that he'll only use her for male characters. Will she have to give up on Lovely Blazer to see her dream come true? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

After days of grueling training at Yamad's special voice acting retreat, Hime can finally bring forth her prince voice! Now she's ready to start her next job as a recurring character in an exciting new anime. But her first day on the set doesn't go as she'd hoped. Why do her costars and the producers seem to hate her when they just met her?! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Hime Kino's dream is to one day do voice acting like her hero Sakura Aoyama from the Lovely ? Blazers anime, and getting accepted to the prestigious Holly Academy's voice actor department is the first step in the right direction! But Hime's gruff voice has earned her the scorn of teachers and students alike. Hime will not let that stand unchallenged. She'll show everyone that she is too a voice acting princess, whether they like it or not!! Hime's producer Yamada has decided to let her have some time off for good behavior, so he sets up a trip to a lake for her and the rest of the Stragglers. But will Hime ruin the vacation when her idea of a fun time turns out to be a bust?! This book is recommended for teens.

Hime Kino's dream is to one day do voice acting like her hero Sakura Aoyama from the Lovely ? Blazers anime, and getting accepted to the prestigious Holly Academy's voice actor department is the first step in the right direction! But Hime's gruff voice has earned her the scorn of teachers and students alike. Hime will not let that stand unchallenged. She&'ll show everyone that she is too a voice acting princess, whether they like it or not!! Hime has been working as hard as she can in order to put in a good performance for her first voice-acting gig, Beast Renjai . But while she’s striving to earn the respect of her fellow cast members and the director, she’s falling dangerously behind in school! What will happen to her chances if she flunks her upcoming finals?! This book is recommended for teens.

Hime's summer vacation is packed with work, and she's getting a lot of really great experience. But her successes are overshadowed by a new and looming fear--facing Senri Kudo! Ever since her reaction to his prerecorded voice, the thought of seeing him has sent Hime into a panic. Will her anxiety ruin the beginning of a beautiful friendship...and her career?! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Sachie Wakamura just lost her mother, and her estranged grandfather has shown up to take care of her. The only problem is that grandpa is the head of a yakuza gang! Too scared to join her new family, Sachie tries to continue living her normal life. She can't run far though, since one of the most popular guys in school is part of her grandfather's gang and her new protector. No one at school knows about Rakuto's hidden life, and soon Sachie finds herself falling for her bodyguard. But she's the granddaughter of Rakuto's boss, and he can never show his feelings for her. Can Sachie find a way to fit into her new family and grab her chance at love? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Sachie Wakamura just lost her mother, and her estranged grandfather has shown up to take care of her. The only problem is that grandpa is the head of a yakuza gang! Too scared to join her new family, Sachie tries to continue living her normal life. She can't run far though, since one of the most popular guys in school is part of her grandfather's gang and her new protector. No one at school knows about Rakuto's hidden life, and soon Sachie finds herself falling for her bodyguard. But she's the granddaughter of Rakuto's boss, and he can never show his feelings for her. Can Sachie find a way to fit into her new family and grab her chance at love? Things start heating up with a holiday visit to the sunny beach side! Sachie catches the eye of handsome Azuma Inui, sparking a rivalry between Azuma and Rakuto. Will a little competition force Rakuto to reveal his feelings for Sachie? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Someone's been stealing underwear around the neighborhood! When Sachie's undergarments go missing, Rakuto and Azuma go hunting for the perpetrator. Thieves are one thing, but can Rakuto save Sachie from...a kidnapping?! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Rakuto's got an unlikely rival for Sachie's affections--little Kou, the son of a yakuza leader from Osaka. Seeing Sachie's positive effect on his son, Kou's father proposes that Sachie return to Osaka with them. Will Rakuto simply let her go? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The class president asks Sachie to host this year's Christmas party at her house, so she obliges with much trepidation. Even if Sachie hides all traces of yakuza away from sight, will her classmates still manage to find out her secret? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Kosei Arima was a piano prodigy until his cruel taskmaster of a mother died suddenly, changing his life forever. Driven by his pain to abandon piano, Kosei now lives in a monotonous, colorless world. Having resigned himself to a bland life, he is surprised when he meets Kaori Miyazono, a violinist with an unorthodox style. Can she bring Kosei back to music, and back to life? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

After the death of his mother, child prodigy Arima Kosei gave up the piano forever — or so he thought. That vow turned out to be no match for the persistence of sprightly violinist Kaori Miyazono, who’s roped Arima back into the world of competitive classical music. But after so many years, will Arima be able to sit down at the ivories again like nothing happened? Or will history repeat itself, with Arima crumbling under the pressure? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Kosei’s return to the stage as Kaori’s accompanist was a complete disaster. He couldn’t hear the music, he lost track of the tempo, and they stopped and restarted the piece. But it did accomplish one thing: It reminded him of the thrill of playing for an eager audience. Now Kaori’s demanding Kosei enter a piano competition solo, but he’s terrified that, alone on the bench, the ghost of his abusive mother will paralyze him yet again… This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Kosei’s road back to playing the piano has been rough, but he’s finally beginning to regain his confidence, even though he still has trouble hearing the notes. But as his first solo competition in years closes in, Kosei will have to deal with reentering a cutthroat world, where old rivals still remember – and resent – Kosei’s younger self, the precocious Human Metronome. Kaori’s support is unwavering, but will it be enough to push Kosei through all the toxic memories this experience dredges up? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

When they were kids, Fassen's fighter spaceship crash-landed on a planet that Lu's survey force was exploring. It was a forbidden meeting between a kid from a war-focused resistance movement and a kid whose community and planet are dedicated to peace and secrecy. Lu and Fassen are from different worlds and separate solar systems. But their friendship keeps them in each other's orbit as they grow up. They stay in contact in secret as their communities are increasingly threatened by the omnipresent, ever-expanding empire. As the empire begins a new attack against Fassen's people--and discovers Lu's in the process--the two of them have the chance to reunite at last. They finally are able to be together...but at what cost? This beautifully illustrated graphic novel is an epic science fiction romance between two non-binary characters as they find one another through time, distance, and war. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Now that high school is over, Ari is dying to move to the big city with his ultra-hip band—if he can just persuade his dad to let him quit his job at their struggling family bakery. Though he loved working there as a kid, Ari cannot fathom a life wasting away over rising dough and hot ovens. But while interviewing candidates for his replacement, Ari meets Hector, an easygoing guy who loves baking as much as Ari wants to escape it. As they become closer over batches of bread, love is ready to bloom . . . that is, if Ari doesn’t ruin everything. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Greg has lived in Lancaster his whole life. The town's always had its quirks, and being born without a shadow means he's counted among them. When Greg discovers an old mansion in the woods just outside of town, he didn't expect to meet a smart, beautiful, funny, and...very dead teenaged girl named Eleanor. Yeah. He's in love with a ghost. And before he knows what's happening, Greg finds himself at the wrong end of a history lesson when the town's past, and his own, threaten to pull the two of them apart permanently! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Watch things start to really heat up in the kitchen in this sweet, queer, new adult graphic novel! Now that college is over, English graduate Ben Cook is on the job hunt looking for something…anything…related to his passion for reading and writing. But interview after interview, hiring committee after hiring committee, Ben soon learns getting the dream job won’t be as easy as he thought. Proofreading? Journalism? Copywriting? Not enough experience. It turns out he doesn’t even have enough experience to be a garbage collector! But when Ben stumbles upon a “Now Hiring—No Experience Necessary” sign outside a restaurant, he jumps at the chance to land his first job. Plus, he can keep looking for a writing job in the meantime. He’s actually not so bad in the kitchen, but he will have to pass a series of cooking tests to prove he’s got the culinary skills to stay on full-time. But it’s only temporary…right? When Ben begins developing a crush on Liam, one of the other super dreamy chefs at the restaurant, and when he starts ditching his old college friends and his old writing job plans, his career path starts to become much less clear. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Preet is magic. Valissa is not. Everyone in their village has magic in their bones, and Preet is the strongest of them all. Without any power of her own, how can Valissa ever be worthy of Preet's love? When their home is attacked, Valissa has a chance to prove herself, but that means leaving Preet behind. On her own for the first time Preet breaks the village's most sacred laws, and is rejected from the only home she's ever known and sent into a new world. Divided by different paths, insecurities, and distance, will Valissa and Preet be able to find their way back to each other? A beautiful story of two young women who are so focused on proving they're meant to be together that they end up hurting each other in the process. This gorgeous graphic novel is an LGTBQ+ romance about young love and how it can grow into something strong no matter what obstacles get in the way. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Set in 2005, this gorgeously illustrated, funny, and honest graphic novel follows four teens who stumble into an illicit anime DVD-burning business that shakes up their conservative small town…and their friendship. When Brooke, Kelly, Maggie, and Melissa buy a bootleg anime DVD at a gas station, they get much more than they bargained for with Super Love XL , a risqué move featuring—among other things—a giant mecha who shoots lasers out of her chest. The four girls are horrified (and maybe a little fascinated). It’s so unlike anything they’ve seen, would probably shock everyone else in their town, and definitely would take over their extremely conservative Christian school. That’s when they have the idea to sell copies to local boys…for twenty dollars a pop. At first, everything goes perfectly, with the friends raking in cash—pretty soon they’ll even have enough money to buy the matching jackets they’ve always dreamed of! But as the market for mildly titillating anime DVDs grows, the girls realize they’ll need new material. On top of figuring out how to replicate their first success, there’s growing tension within the group. Brooke and Kelly’s romance is on its last legs, and hurt feelings are guaranteed when Melissa starts falling for one of them. Will the four girls’ shared history be strong enough to see them through this upheaval? Or will they learn that some things can only end in heartbreak? This book is recommended for teens and adult.

Amparo's deal with the talking cat was simple: a drop of blood and Amparo's name to become a better person. Their mother and abuela would never worry about them again, and they'd finally be worthy of dating straight-A student Iolanthe. But when the cat steals their body, becoming the better person they were promised, Amparo's spirit is imprisoned in a land of terrifying, flesh-hungry creatures known as Bright World. With cruel and manipulative masters and a society that feeds on memories, Amparo must use their cleverness to escape, without turning into a monster like the rest. On "the other side," Iolanthe begins to suspect the new Amparo has a secret, and after the cat in disguise vanishes, she's left searching for answers with a no-nonsense medium from the lesbian mafia and the only person who might know the truth about Bright World. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

For Nora Grey, romance was not part of the plan. She's never been particularly attracted to the boys at her school, no matter how much her best friend, Vee, pushes tham at her. Not until Patch came along. With his easy smile and eyes that seem to see inside her, Nora is drawn to him against her better judgement. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Amanda can’t figure out what’s so exciting about kissing. It’s just a lot of teeth clanking, germ swapping, closing of eyes so you can’t see that godzilla-sized zit just inches from your own hormonal monstrosity. All of her seven kisses had been horrible in different ways, but nothing compared to the awfulness that followed Kiss Number Eight. An exploration of sexuality, family, and faith, Kiss Number Eight is a coming-of-age tale filled with humor and hope. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Laura Dean, the most popular girl in high school, was Frederica Riley's dream girl: charming, confident, and SO cute. There's just one problem: Laura Dean is maybe not the greatest girlfriend. Reeling from her latest break up, Freddy's best friend, Doodle, introduces her to the Seek-Her, a mysterious medium, who leaves Freddy some cryptic parting words: break up with her. But Laura Dean keeps coming back, and as their relationship spirals further out of her control, Freddy has to wonder if it's really Laura Dean that's the problem. Maybe it's Freddy, who is rapidly losing her friends, including Doodle, who needs her now more than ever. Fortunately for Freddy, there are new friends, and the insight of advice columnists like Anna Vice to help her through being a teenager in love. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The works of William Shakespeare come alive in these stunning graphic novels adaptation using the original Shakespearean dialog. The world-class art, comedy, rivalry, and romance of Much Ado About Nothing will capture the attention of reluctant readers. Supplement your traditional Shakespearean sources with the graphic novel adaptation that will help readers imagine the action like never before. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

"Before you write me off as a delusional psycho, think about what it's like to be thrown into a situation where everyone knows everyone . . . and no one knows you." Sadie has the perfect plan to snag some friends when she transfers to Plainfield High—pretend to have a peanut allergy. But what happens when you have to hand in that student health form your unsuspecting mom was supposed to fill out? And what if your new friends want to come over and your mom serves them snacks? (Peanut butter sandwich, anyone?) And then there's the bake sale, when your teacher thinks you ate a brownie with peanuts. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

In a near future, augmentation and AI changed everything and nothing. Indira is a human girl who has been cybernetically augmented after a tragic accident, and Fawn is one of the first human-presenting AI. They have the same internship at a gallery, but neither thinks much of the other’s photography. But after a huge public blowout, their mentor gives them an ultimatum: work together on a project or leave her gallery forever. Grudgingly, the two begin to collaborate, and what comes out of it is astounding and revealing for both of them. Pixels of You is about the slow transformation of a rivalry to a friendship to something more as Indira and Fawn navigate each other, the world around them—and what it means to be an artist and a person. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Paris, at the dawn of the modern age: Prince Sebastian is looking for a bride―or rather, his parents are looking for one for him. Sebastian is too busy hiding his secret life from everyone. At night he puts on daring dresses and takes Paris by storm as the fabulous Lady Crystallia―the hottest fashion icon in the world capital of fashion! Sebastian’s secret weapon (and best friend) is the brilliant dressmaker Frances―one of only two people who know the truth: sometimes this boy wears dresses. But Frances dreams of greatness, and being someone’s secret weapon means being a secret. Forever. How long can Frances defer her dreams to protect a friend? Jen Wang weaves an exuberantly romantic tale of identity, young love, art, and family. A fairy tale for any age, The Prince and the Dressmaker will steal your heart.

Princess Decomposia is overworked and underappreciated. This princess of the underworld has plenty of her own work to do but always seems to find herself doing her layabout father's job, as well. The king doesn't feel quite well, you see. Ever. So the princess is left scurrying through the halls, dodging her mummy, werewolf, and ghost subjects, always running behind and always buried under a ton of paperwork. Oh, and her father just fired the chef, so now she has to hire a new cook as well. Luckily for Princess Decomposia, she makes a good hire in Count Spatula, the vampire chef with a sweet tooth. He's a charming go-getter of a blood-sucker, and pretty soon the two young ghouls become friends. And then...more than friends? Maybe eventually, but first Princess Decomposia has to sort out her life. And with Count Spatula at her side, you can be sure she'll succeed. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

A graphic adaptation of the classic work of star crossed lovers by Shakespeare. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

"Skim" is Kimberly Keiko Cameron, a not-slim, would-be Wiccan goth who goes to a private girls' school. When Skim's classmate Katie Matthews is dumped by her boyfriend, who then kills himself, the entire school goes into mourning overdrive. As concerned guidance counselors provide lectures on the "cycle of grief," and the popular clique starts a new club (Girls Celebrate Life!) to bolster school spirit, Skim sinks into an ever-deepening depression. And falling in love only makes things worse...Suicide, depression, love, being gay or not, crushes, cliques, and finding a way to be your own fully human self--are all explored in this brilliant collaboration by cousins Mariko and Jillian Tamaki. An edgy, keenly observed and poignant glimpse into the heartache of being young. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Blue has been living as a ghost for a year when he meets Hamal, a beautiful and sweet gardener who has the ability to see and communicate with ghosts. Together, their friendship develops into something more, but being a ghost, Blue can never truly be connected with Hamal. When Blue realizes Hamal’s strange ability may be putting him in danger, Blue has to find a way to protect him--even if it means leaving him. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

When Isabella Swan moves to the gloomy town of Forks and meets the mysterious, alluring Edward Cullen, her life takes a thrilling and terrifying turn. With his porcelain skin, golden eyes, mesmerizing voice, and supernatural gifts, Edward is both irresistible and impenetrable. Up until now, he has managed to keep his true identity hidden, but Bella is determined to uncover his dark secret...This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Having uncovered the dark secret of her enigmatic classmate, Edward Cullen, Bella Swan embraces her feelings for him, trusting Edward to keep her safe despite the risks. When a rival clan of vampires makes its way into Forks, though, the danger to Bella has never been more real. Will she make the ultimate sacrifice to protect the people dearest to her? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

In the mountains of Northern China ancient custom demands that every man have a wife to keep him company in the afterlife. Deshi Li's brother is dead--and unmarried. Which means that Deshi must find him an eligible body before the week is up. Lily Chen, sweet as a snakebite, needs money and a fast ride out of town. Haunted by the gods of their ancestors and the expectations of the new world, Deshi and Lily embark on a journey with two very different destinations in mind. They travel through a land where the ground is hard and the graves, where marriage can be murder and where Lily Chen is wanted--dead and live. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Wash Day Diaries tells the story of four best friends—Kim, Tanisha, Davene, and Cookie—through five connected short story comics that follow these young women through the ups and downs of their daily lives in the Bronx. The book takes its title from the wash day experience shared by Black women everywhere of setting aside all plans and responsibilities for a full day of washing, conditioning, and nourishing their hair. Each short story uses hair routines as a window into these four characters' everyday lives and how they care for each other. Jamila Rowser and Robyn Smith originally kickstarted their critically acclaimed, award-winning slice of life mini comic, Wash Day, inspired by Rowser's own wash day ritual and their shared desire to see more comics featuring the daily lived experiences of young Black women. Wash Day Diaries includes an updated, full color version of this original comic—which follows Kim, a 26-year-old woman living in the Bronx—as the book's first chapter and expands into a graphic novel with short stories about these vibrant and relatable new characters. In expanding the story of Kim and her friends, the authors pay tribute to Black sisterhood through portraits of shared, yet deeply personal experiences of Black hair care. From self-care to spilling the tea at an hours-long salon appointment to healing family rifts, the stories are brought to life through beautifully drawn characters and different color palettes reflecting the mood in each story. At times touching, quiet, triumphant, and laugh out loud funny, the stories of Wash Day Diaries pay a loving tribute to Black joy and the resilience of Black women. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Jake Hyde doesn't swim--not since his father drowned. Luckily, he lives in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, which is in the middle of the desert, yet he yearns for the ocean and is determined to leave his hometown for a college on the coast. But his best friend, Maria, wants nothing more than to make a home in the desert, and Jake's mother encourages him to always play it safe. Yet there's nothing "safe" about Jake's future--not when he's attracted to Kenny Liu, swim team captain and rebel against conformity. And certainly not when he secretly applies to Miami University. Jake's life begins to outpace his small town's namesake, which doesn't make it any easier to come out to his mom, or Maria, or the world. But Jake is full of secrets, including the strange blue markings on his skin that glow when in contact with water. What power will he find when he searches for his identity, and will he turn his back to the current or dive head first into the waves? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Hitoshi Kobe is a poor student, a bad athlete, and may be the unluckiest man alive, until he creates an Artificial Intelligence program, Number Thirty--the only girl he can talk to. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Revenge is a dish best served cold!"Pig Legs." That was the nickname Makabe Masamune was cursed with by childhood classmate Adagaki Aki. But a lot has changed in eight years. He's lost weight, changed his name, and turned himself into a new man - and a handsome one at that. Masamune's grand plan is ready to begin. He'll make Adagaki fall in love with him, and then dump her hard! It's a story of love and vengeance, plain and simple - what could possibly go wrong? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

When a beautiful girl asks her childhood friend out, his response is a shocker: "You're too perfect." What's a girl to do, except transform into a giant caterpillar and try, try again? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Princess Nakaba of Senan is forced to marry Prince Caesar of the enemy country Belquat, tantamount to becoming a hostage. While Caesar is pleasing to the eye, he is also selfish and possessive, telling Nakaba outright: “You are my property.” With only her attendant Loki at her side, Nakaba must find a way to cope with her hostile surroundings, her fake marriage...and a mysterious power! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Princess Nakaba of Senan and Prince Caesar of Belquat only married each other for the sake of peace between their two warring countries, but things take a surprising turn when Caesar finds himself falling for his strange wife! Caesar tries to get Nakaba to return his feelings, but she maintains that he is her enemy and that she hates him. So when Nakaba has a vision of Caesar getting killed, will she say anything to save him? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

Japanese-American track-and-field star Mizuki has gotten herself a transfer to a high school in Japan...but not just any school! To be close to her idol, high jumper Izumi Sano, she's going to an all-guys' high school...and disguising herself as a boy! But as fate would have it, they're more than classmates...they're roommates! Now, Mizuki must keep her secret in the classroom, the locker room, and her own bedroom. And her classmates--and the school nurse--must cope with a new transfer student who may make them question their own orientation...
Plus a bonus story, "The Cage of Summer"! This book is recommended for teens.

High jump champion Izumi Sano has realized that his slender new roommate Mizuki is a girl, but he's decided to keep her secret so she doesn't get kicked out of their all-boys' high school. Now they're becoming good friends, without worrying about "guy" or "girl" stuff--or so Mizuki thought until Izumi kissed her one night! Before Mizuki has time to freak out, in steps a bigger problem: her American half-brother Shizuki, who's not too thrilled to find out that his little sister is cross-dressing 24 hours a day. But handsome Shizuki has problems of his own... This book is recommended for teens.

As a little girl, Komomo Ninomiya delighted in picking on Natsu Azumi, the son of her family’s pastry chef. Ten years later, when the family fortune is lost and she has no place to live, Komomo encounters Natsu again in her hour of need. Now that Natsu is a master pastry chef in his own right, he’ll help Komomo—but only if she works for him at his new confiserie! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

In the first adventure in the historic series, Utena faces a sword duel, an unwelcome engagement, and a mandate to revolutionize the world! This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The manga spin-off to the acclaimed anime film about surfing, summer love, grief, and a hint of magic. Surfer girl Hinako is full of confidence when she’s out on the ocean, but when it come to everything else in her life, she second-guesses herself. After a fire breaks out, she meets a firefighter named Minato and the two fall quickly in love. When tragedy strikes and separates the young couple, Hinako feels lost and directionless. But soon, Hinako discovers that Minato is determined to overcome any obstacle to stay by her side. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

It's high school meets nature documentary in this new shojo comedy! Kanoko Naedoko, a third-year student in junior high, doesn't make friends and keeps to herself. Which is fine by her because then she can be the ideal 'objective observer'. Steamy love triangles, school gossip and courtyard politics only mean more data for Lady Kanoko! But when she befriends some of her classmates, what will happen to Kanoko? Will she become more than just an observer? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The manga adaptation of the all-time best selling novel in Japan! Affectionately known as "Sekachu" in Japan, Socrates in Love became a national sensation bringing innocent love and romance to the forefront of Japan's ultra-hip mass market. A sweet high school romance between an average guy and a beautiful girl has just gotten underway. But tragedy ensues when the girl falls ill with leukemia. A bittersweet tale of young love, enduring devotion, and heartbreaking loss, Socrates in Love is a story to cherish and nurture. This book is recommended for teens and adults.

In the first story, which gives the collection its title, two boys decide to put up a secret dating agency in their school and also involve the main character in this money machine, with all the inevitable consequent messes ... Discovered by a professor , they will end up banging their heads against a story more complicated than they thought, which will change their lives deepening. In the second story, set partly in the Twenties, two people of totally different social classes, a poor and ignorant girl and a rich and cultured boy, begin a beautiful friendship. Following the dream of becoming a piano player, he will end up disinherited, while she - despite her humble origins - will continue to dream of becoming a teacher. Will their feelings be transformed into love? One thing is certain: this story will not fail to tear the most sensitive people! The third and last story introduces us to a spoiled and impertinent bad boy who begins to suffer for a girl ... his! Accustomed to being served and revered by women, first and foremost by his mother, he will find himself having to deal with an all-pepper sweetheart. Will the latter be able to change the temper? This book is recommended for teens and adults.

The cats are back, and a new Mew is about to emerge! When Berry transfers to a different school, little does she know she’s about to become the first Mew Mew with TWO sets of animal genes in her blood. Half cat, half rabbit, Berry is joining the Mew Mew team just in time: A new gang calling itself the Crusaders has appeared, and its leader just happens to love wild game like rabbit well done and served for dinner!The highly anticipated sequel to the best-selling Tokyo Mew Mew is finally here! This book is recommended for teens.