I've updated my Publishers & Imprints list with some new folks -- @kodamatales.bsky.social, @fantagraphics.bsky.social's Takumigraphics, and @23rdstbooks.bsky.social -- & added some of the suggestions in the comments. Keep them coming, folks!
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Today's review is an absolutely stunning, gripping story from @comicstitan.bsky.social - Yan volume 1. This book grabs you from page 1 and doesn't let up all the way to the twist at the end. The large 10" format is the perfect way to enjoy these beautiful illustrations!
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Merry Christmas! Here are some 🎁for y'all: reviews! Including some of my favorite series:
🧵 Not-Sew-Wicked Stepomom, v6
👑 Villains are Destined to Die v8
and a new one @kodansha.us's Print Club -
⛸️ Blade Girl v1
Happy Holidays!
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Some recent reviews! Check out the website for more details:
👮♂️SUPER PSYCHIC POLICEMAN CHOJO vol 1 - hilarious & slightly actiony!
🍽️ PASS THE MONSTER MEAT, MILADY vol 2 - delicious & romancy!
👑 ANGELICA AND THE BEAR PRINCE - made me cry in a good way 🥹
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Next is Dragon Quest: The Mark of Erdrick, an adventure story in a similar vein to Dragon Ball. There are scheming bad guys, larger-than-life destinies, and wholesome heroes.
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #BookReview @square-enix-books.com
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Up first is Purgatory Funeral Cakes, a beautifully illustrated, touching story about grief and remembering newly departed loved ones.
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #BookReview @darkhorse.com
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I hope everyone is enjoying some lovely family time or relaxing weekend snuggles & cuddles. As we all (hopefully) take some time to unwind, here are some fantastic manga for you to peruse. Both books are superb!
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Anyway, Happy Halloween. Stay safe, brush your teeth, and order this book for your teens. 5/5
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Baki the Grappler was a super fun read with plenty of over-the-top fight scenes and amazing illustrations. I had a lot of fun reading this manga, and your readers probably will too!
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Thank you to @smwordsmith.bsky.social of #GraphicLibrary for the great review of RIPPLE EFFECTS: THE DELUXE EDITION, exploring life as a superhero with an invisible illness.
@noethematt.bsky.social
@creatorsassemble.bsky.social
@libcomix.bsky.social
Review: www.graphiclibrary.org/reviews/ripp...
This important story on invisible disabilities includes personal narratives, lesson plans, and more resources for use in your classrooms and libraries.
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Ripple Effects from @fanbasepress.bsky.social is about George’s moral dilemma to use his near invulnerability to become a superhero or to remain in the shadows, managing his Type 1 Diabetes and budding writing career.
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Red Flower from FairSquare Graphics is beautifully illustrated and has a fascinating story about a young prince trying to prove himself and often failing miserably because of his impatience. This manga would be great for Elementary+ libraries.
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Today’s review is from @katiejmcnamara.bsky.social and highlights the newest offering from Check Please author Ngozi Ukazu. FLIP features a “Freaky Friday” situation but between a girl and her crush! 🫣
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Lu and Ren’s guide to Geozoology by @hisiheyah.bsky.social has adorable magical animals but also has a beautiful, healthy friendship and a heartfelt adventure story. This is a great MG #GraphicNovel!
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In Aw, Nuts, volume 1, Peanut aspires to become part of the top of the food pyramid, the Toppings, but he and his best food dude get into some trouble with a Crumb Feeder escape the crumb dump! This pun-tastic, colorful adventure is hilarious and fun for elementary & MG audiences
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Graphic for The Graphic Library with the cover of Bounce Back vol 1
In the Bounce Back series by Misako Rocks!, Lilico and friends tackle tough topics of growing up, adjusting to a new country & new school, and fitting in, amongst others! Beautiful color illustrations as well!
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The Otherside Picnic has a little bit of action, is definitely creepy, and a little suspenseful, and it has the building blocks of a yuri romance that sources say will develop in later volumes.
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #TLSky
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Continuing reviews of American Manga Awards nominees: A Smart and Courageous Child. This book could spark some really thoughtful conversations about the impact of global events.
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #TLSky #AMAs2025
Ramping up coverage for the AMAs this weekend: Hikaru in the Light vol 1 - a cute full-color manga about best friends doing their best to become Japan's next hit idol sensation. This series is super cute & good for Elementary!
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Out now from new manga publisher, Manga Mavericks Books.
Zigoku's Foreman follow Mizuchi, an ornery foreman in Hell with a magical katana-storing eye patch, ready to protect his workers and job site from trespassers and evil spirits.
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Ruve finishes his business with all the foreign princesses, but the Emperor’s health begins to deteriorate. We learn a LOT about the different houses & Tia’s mom (FINALLY) in what’s clearly the race to the finish of this series.
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Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra is
another regressive/isekai entry, but I’m not quite sure if the characters are in a video game or not…
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Today’s review is another from @katiejmcnamara.bsky.social. Check out the underground world of competitive spelling bees in Buzz! from Oni Press
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Happy Birthday, America. In Celebration, I have a manga review that captures our essence right now, and is set in Missouri: The Darwin Incident vol 2. This book gave me anxiety, and Umezawa has done an impressive amount of homework.
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My June newsletter is out, including an update to my popular article, “Publishers and Imprints.” I’m still not done adding folks, but I’ve been chipping away at the long list of hardworking publishers who bring us amazing books
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Reviews from the last couple days: Forthcoming publication from @tokyopop.bsky.social - You Can't Live All on Your Own! vol 1 about 4 young adults trying to make it in this world & find some ❤️ possibly; and I'm finally all caught up on 1 of my favs - @kodansha.us's Witch Hat Atelier!
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Today’s review is a two-for-one special: Fool Night volumes 2 and 3 brought to you by the awesome @katiejmcnamara.bsky.social! This is an engaging and philosophically intriguing series you won’t want to miss.
#GraphicLibrary #Manga #SchoolLibraries #TLSky #LibComix
The Pretty Boy Detective Club is exactly what it sounds like - 5 beautiful schoolboys work together to solve mysteries. Want some dessert reading? Look no further!
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First up is Witch Hat Atelier vol 12: a witch in the castle's jail sets loose a giant leech monster across the castle town during the Silver Eve celebration!
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