Hello! Let’s take a look at comics, graphic novels, manga, and assorted books coming in August! While not directly about comics David Wolinsky’s The Hivemind Swarmed (Beacon Press) is an examination of Gamergate and its long lasting effects. Harley Quinn and Elvira fans will want to know what happens when the two characters meet in a one shot coming from Dynamite. A Man Who Defies The World Of BL is a fun BL series that’s now adapted to a manga from Sublime. Diane DiMassa’s Hothead Paisan Homicidal Lesbian Terrorist comics are being collected. Copies of DiMassa’s comics are expensive when they can be found. MK Czerwiec’s Taking Turns: Stories From HIV AIDS Care Unit 371 (Graphic Mundi) is a heart wrenching account of nurses caring for people with the disease. This is a new printing so you may be able to find copies elsewhere. There’s so much more!

What kind of stuff will you find here? This list features items from Boom, Mad Cave, Fantagraphics, DSTLRY, and a variety of book publisher imprints, think Abrams and Random House, smaller indy publishers as well as manga. Looking for comics from DC, Marvel, Image, Dark Horse, and IDW? You’ll find them over here in part two when it’s finished.

Comics and graphic novels appear on the list if creators whose names are in bold type identify as LGBTQA+ or are allies or if the work includes queer characters or themes.

Whose idea was this? Credit where credit is due – Andy Mangels because this was his idea and wrote many such lists and to Mike McDermott for his suggestions and input about several series that have been added to the list! Notice something missing that should be on the list? Please send a message!

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ABRAMS – FANFARE

THIS PLACE KILLS ME $19.99 Page 150
Mariko Tamaki and Nicole Goux
At Wilberton Academy, few students are more revered than the members of the elite Wilberton Theatrical Society a.k.a. the WTS and no one represents that exclusive club better than Elizabeth Woodward. Breathtakingly beautiful, beloved by all, and a talented thespian, it’s no surprise she’s starring as Juliet in the WTS’s performance of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy. But when she’s found dead the morning after opening night, the whole school is thrown into chaos. Transfer student Abby Kita was one of the last people to see Elizabeth alive, and when local authorities deem the it-girl’s death a suicide, Abby’s not convinced. She’s sure there’s more to Wilburton and the WTS than meets the eye. As she gets tangled in prep school intrigues, Abby quickly realizes that Elizabeth was keeping secrets. Was one of those secrets worth killing for? JUN250973

ABSTRACT STUDIOS

TRIGGER WARNING STRANGERS IN PARADISE ONESHOT $5.99 Page 150
Terry Moore
Trigger Warning is a new Strangers In Paradise story written and drawn by creator Terry Moore. This one-shot comic book features SiP stars Katchoo and Francine as you’ve never seen them…in the Old West! Can Civil War veteran Katchoo find true love in a small western town? She can if Francine lives there! But first our weary soldier will have to battle quick-tempered outlaws and the quickest gun in the county! JUN250974

ALOHA COMICS

HERE U ARE HC VOL 01 $19.99 Page 153
DJUN
Here U Are is a story of incredible chemistry between two very different characters. Sophomore Yu Yang is a real treasure. He has a cheerful, easy-going, and emphatic personality. Seniors look up to him, and he knows how to stand up for himself. Freshman Lu Huan is moody and taciturn, haughty and, at times, outright rude. How will these two manage to get along, and where will it lead them? JUN251000

HERE U ARE HC VOL 01 $19.99 Page 153
DJUN
The highly anticipated second volume of the manhua featuring beloved opposites Yu Yang and Li Huan is here! Despite solving big problems, they often struggle with each other. After a failed trip to the campus pool, a misunderstanding arises. Can Yu Yang’s fiery temper and Li Huan’s cluelessness mend their relationship? : JUN251001

ARCHIE COMICS

SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH THE BOOK OF MAGIC TP $19.99 Page 165
Kelly Thompson, Danielle Pagie, Veronica Fish, Andy Fish, Veronica Johnson, Matt Herms, and Jack Morelli
Sabrina fans, rejoice! This is the full collection of Kelly Thompson and Veronica Fish’s iconic Sabrina series, spanning two story arcs and an extra special bonus holiday story. Sabrina is a teen witch who’s struggling with balancing the double life of high school and her burgeoning powers. Newly relocated to Greendale with her aunts Hilda and Zelda (also witches), Sabrina is trying to make the best of being the new girl in town which so far includes two intriguing love interests, an instant rivalry, a couple of misfits that could turn into BFFs, trying to save the high school (and maybe the world) from crazy supernatural events, blackmail, familial drama, and a portal to a paranormal world with unknown outcomes. You know, just your everyday teenage problems! 0625AC458

BEACON PRESS

THE HIVEMIND SWARMED TP $17.95
David Wolinsky
An incisive oral history that brings together the voices of major figures in gaming, tech, media, and politics to reflect on the long shadow of Gamergate. With The Hivemind Swarmed, oral historian and documentary researcher David Wolinsky invites readers to sit in on a series of urgent, intimate conversations between some of the most distinguished voices across entertainment and media as they reflect on the longstanding impact of Gamergate. What went wrong, and what can we learn from Gamergate to help us build a more equitable online world? The backstory: 10 years ago, a disgruntled software developer named Eron Gjoni posted online to accuse his ex-girlfriend, game developer Zoe Quinn, of sleeping with game critics in exchange for positive reviews. He offered no evidence to back up his claims. However, his posts were picked up by extremists in the gaming community who built a vicious online movement targeting women, minorities, and progressive voices. Rallying under the hashtag #gamergate, they sent their victims round-the-clock death and rape threats. Game companies, for the most part, declined to take action as their female employees were harassed out of their jobs. The FBI launched an investigation but found no true threat. Gamergate holds the grim distinction of being the first modern online harassment campaign. It arguably served as a model for the alt-right movement that would help propel Donald Trump to the White House. And it highlighted a toxic media culture – not just in gaming, but in film, TV, journalism, and more – in which leaders, through their passivity, took the side of the oppressor. Now, ten years later – in the wake of #MeToo, Charlottesville, the Trump years, and the January 6 insurrection – the questions discussed here are more important than ever. 7.202506.9780807021514

BOOM

BE NOT AFRAID #3 $4.99 Page 127
Jude Ellison S. Doyle and Lisandro Estherren
If Jordy is the disease, then Cora must find the cure-after all, Jordy was born evil. Who is there to blame but his mother?Jordy’s life has been painted by death and decay. In his childhood, it disturbed him. Now a young adult, he relishes the chaos that follows him and its horrifying effects on the people of Enoch.Cora is desperate for an end to their suffering. Jordy’s mere existence puts them all in greater danger than Cora could have ever imagined. Mr. Phim has a plan to help her put a stop to all of it, but Cora doesn’t want the responsibility. 7.202506.84428401265203011

GRIM #24 $4.99 Page 128
Stephanie Phillips and Flaviano
A new Death has taken the throne, accepting the responsibility nobody seems to want, and it seems that the world can finally return to normal. But now Jess has to look forward, for the first time, and decide: What does she do now? And how does Time factor into it – as a concept or a person? 7.202506.84428400856324011

HELLO DARKNESS #13 $5.99
Steve Orlando, Various, Federico Sorressa, Various
Celebrating 20 years of BOOM! Studios, fear the Zombie Tales tribute issue! The classic horror anthology that carved a bloody trail for Hello Darkness returns from the dead! Hair and corpse raising stories from Steve Orlando, Federico Sorressa, Chris Roberson, Shane Oakley, Dave Cook, David Cousens, Michael W. Conrad, Matthew Dunn, Robert Hack, and more! 7.202506.84428401112913011

HOUSE OF SLAUGHTER BOOK ONE DELUXE EDITION $49.99
James Tynion IV, Tate Brombal, and Werther Dell’Edera
The complete Butcher’s sage from the world of Something is Killing the Children comes this terrifying new vision of monsters… and the ones who hunt them. Jace, one of the last surviving legacy hunters of House Boucher, is sent to train at the House of Slaughter alongside a young Aaron Slaughter. As Jace plots revenge against the House that took his family from him, he must reconcile new loyalties with old grudges, setting him on a path that will change the Order of St. George forever…Discover the entire Butcher’s Trilogy, collected in a deluxe hardcover edition for the very first time. Collects House of Slaughter #1-5, #11-15, and #21-25. 7.202506.9798892153706

I HEART SKULL-CRUSHER! VOL 2 $16.99 Page 132
Josie Campbell and Alessio Zonno
Break hearts! Break bones! Don’t die! Josie Campbell and Alessio Zonno’s instantly iconic post-apocalyptic sports romance action extravaganza continues with its biggest adventure yet! Trini has technically made her dream come true, but doesn’t know how to feel about Skull-Crusher…or having to kill her newfound family (and her old teammates) when she plays against them in the Bubble Cities! Worse, Skull-Crusher’s team has a new captain: Marcus the rich captain! But Trini has a new insane dream: She’s going to win this tournament without hurting her teammates, and bring them back together as a team! Trini refuses to believe that there’s only room for one at the top, and she’s going to win and prove it! But can she survive Queen Mob’s shocking new scheme??Collects I Heart Skull-Crusher! #6-10. 7.202506.9798892155571

MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS: RITA’S REWIND #1 $7.99 Page 129
Zoe Tunnell and Tango
A brand-new tie-in to the hit video game!Rita Repulsa has teamed up with herself, Robo-Rita, from 30 years in the future to bring down the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers before they even get started.What they weren’t counting on is the Power Rangers of the future: Rocky, Kat, Billy, Zack, and Minh to travel back in time and help the Rangers out behind the scenes!A totally 90s adventure perfect for fans of any age! 7.202506.84428401271301011

SOMETHING IS KILLING THE CHILDREN VOL 9 $14.99
James Tynion IV and Werther Dell’Edera
The saga of Erica Slaughter continues with a bold new chapter from bestselling writer James Tynion IV and award-winning illustrator Werther Dell’Edera. Erica Slaughter’s haunted past is finally revealed, as her upbringing in the House of Slaughter comes to light. Experience her most formative years as a monster hunter, and discover just how she came to earn her teeth as a black mask… Collects Something is Killing the Children #41-45. JUN250811

DRAWN & QUARTERLY

CANNON HC $29.95 Page 190
Lee Lai
A LAMBDA Award winner and breakout fiction sensation returns with a darkly funny slice of friendship strife Once, Cannon and Trish were each other’s lifeline-two queer second-generation Chinese nerds trapped in the suburbs. Now, on the uncool side of their twenties, the essentialness of one another feels harder to pin down. In Cannon, Lee Lai’s much anticipated follow-up to the critically acclaimed and award-winning Stone Fruit, the full palette of a nervous breakdown is just a slice of what Lai has on offer. As Cannon’s shoulders bend under the weight of an aging Gung-gung and an avoidant mother, Lai’s sharp sense of humor and sensitive eye produce a story that will hit readers with a smash. 0625DQ485

DSTLRY

DSTLRY has switched distributors from Diamond to Penguin Random House. Talk with your comic shop about preordering these comics. The following information is taken directly from DSTLRY. https://dstlry.co/pages/release-schedule

WARM FUSION #3
Scott Hoffman and Alberto Ponticelli
Writer Scott Hoffman of Scissor Sisters (Nostalgia, Wag) teams up with artist Alberto Ponticelli (Frankenstein: Agent of SHADE, Goodnight Paradise, Orc Island) for a sci-fi/horror mystery that pushes the limits of the grotesque. In a smoldering finale, Vin recruits an army of the maligned to confront her enemy just as Prophetiq prepares to present its new product to the unsuspecting public. Meanwhile Nicholas and Mr. Barnaby scramble to complete their plan as their grotesque creation returns to his makers and the series comes to its violent conclusion. Warm Fusion is a dark sci-fi thriller, mixing the body horror of David Cronenberg with the bleak urban future of Blade Runner.

DYNAMITE

GARGOYLES DEMONA #3 $4.99 Page 53
Greg Weisman and Frank Paur
The year is 1138, and the immortal Demona and her now adult-aged adopted daughter Angelika have left the nomadic Viking life behind them in an effort to find some stability in a dangerous and uncertain world. The two living Gargoyles have settled down in the French city of Vyonne, where they can spend their days resting among the stone gargoyles of the cathedral. But their rocky counterparts turn out to be less inert than they first appear, having been carved by a local magician who can animate them to do his bidding. Upon discovering the presence of Demona and Angelika, the warlock proposes an alliance to further each other’s interests. But are the two Gargoyles equal partners in the arrangement or unwitting accomplices? JUN250085

HARLEY QUINN X ELVIRA #1 $4.99 Page 35
Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti, and Juan Samu
What happens when the Clown Princess of Crime gets bored? Shenanigans, hijinks, grievous bodily harmX the possibilities are endless! Now add in a certain macabre-minded TV host who seems to attract trouble like crypts attract vampires, and the stage is set for the greatest team-up since Frankenstein met his Bride!
With her beloved show on the chopping block following a corporate takeover, Elvira needs to come up with a plan to get things back in the black X and her new friend Harley Quinn has an idea that’s just crazy enough to work! Together, they’re going to throw the greatest Halloween party Brooklyn has ever seen X whether the borough likes it or not! The world-famous tag-team of all things Harley Quinn… this crossover event for the ages from Dynamite and DC Comics also showcases Amanda’s fan-favorite artistic chops, with each issue featuring two (count ’em, two) Conner covers. And that’s not all (certainly not!) she’s also joining interior artist (and Elvira favorite) Juan Samu to provide selected story pages for the series! JUN250010

FANTAGRAPHICS

MY FAVORITE THING IS MONSTERS TP BOX SET BOOK ONE & TWO $79.99 Page 200
Emil Ferris
2025 Whiting Award winner in Fiction Kirkus Reviews Best 100 Books of the Century (So Far)New York Times Notable Books of 2024Chicago Public Library Favorite Books of 2024Kirkus Reviews Best Fiction Books of 2024 NPR Books We Love 2024Forbes Top Ten Graphic Novels of 2024The Guardian Best Graphic Novels of 2024Library Journal Best Graphic Novels of 2024Taking the form of the fictional graphic diary of ten-year-old self-identifying “monster” Karen Reyes, and set against the tumultuous political backdrop of late ’60s Chicago, My Favorite Thing Is Monsters has become a worldwide sensation since Book One announced Emil Ferris as one of fiction’s world-class storytellers in 2017 and 2024’s Book Two triumphantly concluded the epic graphic novel. Influenced by B-movie horror, classical painting, and pulp monster magazine iconography, Monsters tells the story of Karen as she tries to solve the murder of her enigmatic upstairs neighbor, Anka Silverberg, a holocaust survivor. While the interconnected stories of those around her unfold, Karen struggles with the recent death of her mother while questioning her own sexuality and identity. When Karen’s investigation takes us back to Anka’s life in Nazi Germany, the personal, the political, the past, and the present collide. Ferris’s exhilarating cast of characters come to life in this landmark work of graphic fiction that has captivated readers of all ages around the world with its story of love, friendship, and empowerment. And now, My Favorite Thing Is Monsters is available in one complete package for the first time! 0625FB506

FIRST SECOND BOOKS

ARCHIVES OF UNEXPLAINED VOL 1 AREA 51 $13.99 Page 204
Steve Foxe and Fran Bueno
Welcome to the first venture into the Archives of the Unexplained, a middle grade fiction graphic novel series exploring historical and mysterious hair-raising events. Creepy is having a comeback! When TJ attends his uncle’s funeral he expects to be bored. But when he escapes into his uncle’s office and discovers a secret door to a basement, his uncle’s classified documents open up a whole world of unidentified aircraft, strange gray men, and alien conspiracies he knew nothing about. What will TJ learn from these hidden files? Or will the mysterious men in black who appeared at the funeral get to him first? Each book in this series takes one or two high-interest and relatively focused events and presents a lively, thorough, but open-ended examination of what occurred. JUN251241

ARCHIVES OF UNEXPLAINED GN VOL 2 UNWANTED GUEST $13.99 Page 204
Steve Foxe and Naomi Franquiz
Creepy is having a comeback! Minnie and Jackson’s new house has some stories to tell. As does Theo, the mysterious boy they meet in the park. Theo is full of unbelievable tales…the flying rocks and breaking glass of the Guyra Ghost house and the crimson-drenched floors of the Atlanta blood house. And what does this mysterious boy know about their new home? If only walls could talk. Open the Archives of the Unexplained as we delve into unearthly real-life stories, explore the unknown, and examine the elusive facts of history’s many mysteries. JUN251242

SPACE CAT $14.99 Page 205
Nnedi Okorafor and Tana Ford
Life for a cat doesn’t get much better than Periwinkle’s. By day, his loving humans treat him with scritches, cuddles, and delicious chicken fillets. And by night, he races through outer space in a custom-built spaceship, exploring the cosmos. You see, Periwinkle doesn’t just look like an alien, with his bat-like ears and huge blue eyes…he is one. When his humans move to the small but bustling town of Kaleria, Nigeria, Periwinkle can tell something is about the place is off. Every day, strange blue plants have been sprouting up all across town, and the humans are acting weirder and weirder. Soon enough, it looks like Periwinkle’s most epic adventure yet might happen right here on earth. Nnedi Okorafor’s groundbreaking books masterfully blend African culture and science fiction. Space Cat is her foray into middle grade graphic novels, and it promises to be as imaginative and lyrical as her other celebrated works. JUN251244

TRIPPING OVER YOU BOOK 1 $17.99 Page 205
Suzana Harcum and Owena White
The infamous theater kid Milo and wallflower Liam are unlikely friends connected by a mutual feeling of being misfits in their boarding school. As their friendship and bond develops, unspoken romantic feelings start to bubble up and complicate everything…misunderstandings and bruised eyes aplenty. But with their graduation soon approaching, Milo gathers the strength to finally confess. They begin dating in secret (for fear of Liam’s strict father finding out), but their relationship becomes more difficult to hide over time and they must decide if they are ready for what the future has in store for them. JUN251245

GRAPHIC MUNDI

MARRY ME A LITTLE GN $21.95 Page 210
Rob Kirby
Marriage doesn’t define a relationship. Unless you want it to. In Marry Me a Little, Rob Kirby recounts his experience of marrying his longtime partner, John, just after gay marriage was legalized in Minnesota in 2013, and two years before the Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges made gay marriage the law of the land. This is a personal story-about Rob’s ambivalence (if not antipathy) toward the institution of marriage, his loving relationship with John, and the life that they share together-set against the historical and political backdrop of shifting attitudes toward gay rights and the institution of marriage. With humor and candor, Rob relates how he and John navigated this changing landscape, how they planned and celebrated their wedding, and how they and others in the gay community are now facing the very real possibility of setbacks to marriage equality. Heartwarming and humorous, Marry Me a Little is both a celebration of a romantic partnership between two men and a personal account of a momentous and historic moment in the fight for gay rights. JUN251257

QUEEN OF SNAILS $25.95 Page 210
Maureen Burdock
Uprooted from her childhood in Germany and set adrift in the American Midwest, Maureen was raised by a kind but neglectful mother who loved Jesus more than her own child and a stern, disinterested grandmother who waxed nostalgic about Nazi Germany. Growing up queer and isolated, Maureen often felt unmoored and unloved. Years later, Maureen reflects upon her complicated past. Queen of Snails follows Maureen through time and memory in her quest to untangle the trauma passed down to her over three generations of women. JUN251258

TAKING TURNS STORIES FROM HIV AIDS CARE UNIT 371 $24.95 Page 210
MK Czerwiec
In 1994, at the height of the AIDS epidemic in the United States, MK Czerwiec took her first nursing job, at Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, as part of the caregiving staff of HIV/AIDS Care Unit 371. A shining example of excellence in the treatment and care of patients, Unit 371 was a community for thousands of patients and families affected by HIV and AIDS and the people who cared for them. This graphic novel It depicts life and death in the ward, the ways the unit affected and informed those who passed through it, and how many look back on their time there today. JUN251259

IZE PRESS

RADIO STORM VOL 2 $24.00 Page 313
Team S&S
Sak has found his caller, a former child soldier that goes by the name of Lima. Much to Sak’s dismay, the headstrong Lima is in no rush to return to the academy, a safehaven from the deadly plague that’s rapidly spreading. Instead, Lima is more interested in visiting the resting place of an old friend, and Sak who would sacrifice anything for his caller to return his affection, reluctantly agrees. However, Lima’s feelings for his new core user are more animalistic, and he’ll keep pushing his boundaries knowing that Sak is helpless against him. JUN251836

KODANSHA

MY INSTRUCTOR WON’T YIELD $13.99 Page 286
Deme Kingyobachi
A fun and moving one-shot BL romance that’ll have you hugging the turns! An elite driving instructor who’s sworn off love and a handsome client with a secret get behind the wheel. But will they go the distance? Chiba’s kind manner, clear guidance, and pretty face make him easily the favorite driving instructor of every female student at the school where he works. But, while he’ll play up his charms to get good reviews, Chiba is diligent about politely but firmly rejecting all romantic advances. Yet his well-crafted persona will be put to the test when he’s matched up with the mysterious Yaotome, a new student gaining a reputation of his own as the Sharp-Suited Prince, because he comes to every driving lesson way overdressed. Despite his cool looks and demeanor, Yaotome can hardly compose himself when Chiba begins their lesson. An after-hours encounter reveals that Yaotome is actually a manga artist…and that’s not his only secret! Runner-up in the BL Sommelier category of the 2025 ChillChill BL Awards in Japan, this light and funny love story is perfect for fans of Old-Fashioned Cupcake and Love on the Horizon! 7.202506.9798888775059

KUMA

HAPPY CRAPPY LIFE VOL 4 $15.95 Page 288
Uncredited
Back in the big city, the boys are struggling to find their place within the hustle and bustle. But now with salaries come opportunities to improve their threads, their hairdos as well as their bodies! May god help them… Or may it not! Resolcited from Previews Vol. XXXIV #1 (JAN242143) JUN251660

MAD CAVE STUDIOS / MAVERICK

Mad Cave distributes solely through Lunar now in the wake of Diamond’s bankruptcy filing. All page numbers are from Lunar’s PDF catalog.

BLUE PALO VERDE #3 $4.99 Page 258
Ray Fawkes and Rimanti
While Kristine learns a lesson in trust from her father, Sheriff Whitlock and the strange secret of the town of Promise are closing in on her from both sides. Whichever way she turns, her life will be forever changed. Can she survive the choice? The hotly anticipated folk-horror story of dread and redemption continues in August 2025! 0625MA515

BYTCHCRAFT takes a break this month.

DICK TRACY #11 $4.99
Alex Segura, Michael Moreci, and Geraldo Borges
New story, perfect time to jump on! As Dick Tracy investigates a series of brazen bank robberies by the mysterious Summer Sisters, an old army friend appears from across the pond with ominous tidings. Plus, the Detective in Yellow’s personal life gets complicated! Still reeling from The Blank’s murderous rampage–and the ways it changed The City’s criminal underbelly–can Dick Tracy piece together a new mystery while being yanked back into his own complicated past? 0625MA518

FLASH GORDON QUARTERLY #4 $6.99 Page 250
David Hazan, Sarah Cooke, Marc Andreyko, Leo Chiola, Igor Lima, Various
An all-new Quarterly special featuring a multiverse of stories! Dr. Hans Zarkov is always there when Flash Gordon needs a mad genius. But when the spacefaring hero is nowhere to be found, who can help Zarkov? David Hazan’s “The Golem of Mingar V” cuts deep into the hard heart of one of Flash’s most beloved allies! Then, Marc Andreyko and Igor Lima continue their Cthulhuan mystery in the finale to “The Madness of M’nnngh”! And finally, Dale Arden gets the spotlight in “Dale, Hero of Mongo” by Mad Cave talent winners Sarah Cooke, Leo Chiola, Maksim Streklov & Adel Talemi! 0525MA566

GALAXY OF MADNESS VOL 02 $17.99
Magdalene Visaggio and Victor Santos
In the far-flung future, and on the other side of the galaxy, a swashbuckling space archaeologist is on a one-way trip to vindicate her parents – and bring the man who destroyed their legacy down. The crew of the Verisimilitude is back and Vigil’s search for her lost parents continues…while following their footsteps in trying to unlock the secrets and strangeness of the universe! But will the team survive the madness of the galaxy?! Find out in the newest installment of this four-color fantasy! Collects issues #6-10. 0625MA525

PRINCESS GWENEVERE AND THE JEWEL RIDERS TP VOL 02 QUEST FOR AVALON $14.99
Jordie Bellaire and Koi Carreon
Princess Gwenevere and the Jewel Riders have defeated Lady Kale-or so they think! While discord among the girls continues to grow, a new threat approaches Avalon. Kale, who has taken over the body of her queen sister, has begun her plans to overtake Avalon, once and for all. Meanwhile, Drake struggles with his feelings of loss no longer being in the Wolf Pack and finds himself facing a new (but familiar) enemy, alone in the Icy Wastes. The Jewel Riders must work together in order to rescue the queen, free Drake, and defeat Lady Kale once and for all. Avalon depends on it! (OFFERED AGAIN) 0625MA539

GATCHAMAN JOE BLOODLINES #1 (ONE SHOT) $6.99
Steve Orlando and Nicola Scott
Joe Asakura thought he found family…but as it turns out, he found a trap. Racing to a city under Galactor control, the Condor walks straight into a web of lies, covert killers, and weaponized hope. Now it’s war, and Joe’s out for blood. 0625MA528

VANISHING POINT #4 $4.99 Page 265
Mark Russell and Ryan Alexander Tanner
In “Proof of Life”, a robot is accused of sentience and put on trial. If it is found to be alive, it will be destroyed. But what proves that you are alive more than not wanting to be destroyed? The brainchild of Mark Russell, Vanishing Point is an anthology series of short stories that are part science fiction and part existential horror, with an exceptional roster of artists tackling each tale. These are stories with a twist in which the twist is not the point of the story, but a beginning point from which to ask what it means to be alive 0625MA546

NEW YORK REVIEW BOOKS

HOTHEAD PAISAN: HOMICIDAL LESBIAN TERRORIST TP $34.95 Page 248
Diane DiMassa, Jay Graham, Sarah Schulman
“Hothead is the backlash to the backlash.” – Alison Bechdel. Hothead Paisan, a murderous icon of the ’90s lesbian comics scene, comes roaring back into print in this fresh edition (including a new interview and supplemental materials) of one of the funniest, sharpest, and most unexpectedly warm comics of the late twentieth century, still as shocking today as it was more than two decades ago. Hothead Paisan is an icon of the ’90s lesbian DIY scene, a patron saint of those who wonder if going off the deep end is the only sane response to life in modern America. Diane DiMassa’s Hothead starts out in a murderous frenzy – taking out a variety of chauvinists and creeps – but soon deepens into a reflection on oppression, self-destruction, and living it up outside the conservative norms of the ’90s. Hothead’s rage is sometimes tempered with the help of Personality #2, her defensive inner demon; Roz, her friend who offers Zen wisdom and tough love; and Chicken, her cat and constant companion. At long last, the most thoughtful homicidal maniac is back in print. 7.202506.9781681378619

ONI PRESS

A QUICK & EASY GUIDE TO HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS TP $9.99 Page 243
Mariah-Rose Marie
It can be difficult to navigate a lifetime’s worth of relationship patterns to clearly see the best ways to treat the folks we care about-and be treated well in return. In A Quick & Easy Guide to Healthy Relationships, Mariah-Rose Marie offers a cheery, articulate, and fun-to-read guide to navigating, recognizing, and reenforcing positives patterns in friendships, romances, families, and work connections, all while taking care of your own head and heart in the process. From tips for engaging in difficult conversations, advice on communicating boundaries, and resources for strengthening bonds, this guide can help you make your relationships stronger and healthier than ever. The latest volume of the critically acclaimed, bestselling A Quick & Easy Guide series of educational comics. 0625ON564

ADVENTURE TIME THE BUBBLINE COLLEGE SPECIAL # 1 $7.99 Page 234
Caroline Cash
It’s . . . alternative universe time! From the mind of Eisner Award-winning cartoonist Caroline Cash, experience all the fun of college (and none of the stress) in this giant-sized spectacular starring Princess Bubblegum and Marceline! What, do you think Ice King should get to have all the fun?! Heck nah! Fanfics are cool and all, but you know what’s even cooler? Peering into alternate universes-and Prismo’s got the perfect one in mind . . . Princess Bubblegum has just started school at Ooo University (double majoring in chemistry and princess, of course!). But between difficult roommates, overreaching bodyguards, assassination attempts, and-more importantly-a full class schedule, will Bubblegum be able to survive her first year in college?! With the help of one super-cool, super-mysterious flying vampire who she is mayybeee falling in love with, it shouldn’t be all that hard. Turns out Marceline and Bubblegum are made for each other in any universe! 0625ON565

OUT OF ALCATRAZ HC $29.99 Page 244
Christopher Cantwell and Tyler Crook
Born from one of the greatest unsolved mysteries of the 20th century, Eisner Award-nominated writer Christopher Cantwell (Plastic Man No More, Briar) and Eisner Award-nominated illustrator Tyler Crook (Harrow County, The Lonesome Hunters) present the year’s most taut and breathtaking graphic novel event . . . Convicts Frank Morris and Clarence Anglin have washed ashore in San Francisco after surviving their infamous escape from Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary in June 1962. They soon meet their gruff and disappointed handler, a mysterious young woman who’s also running from something, and hope to quickly get their way north to the border-if they can even make it out of Modesto alive. As a dogged federal manhunt and chance encounters threaten the desperate convicts, everyone involved is about to discover the same bloodstained truth: Life on the run is an even more hellish prison than Alcatraz ever was . . ., 0625ON606

WET MOON TP VOL 03 20TH ANNIVERSARY OMNIBUS COLLECTION $34.99 Page 243
Sophie R. Campbell
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Sophie Campbell’s landmark series Wet Moon, the final of three softcover omnibus volumes collects the stories Where All Stars Fail to Burn, Yesterday’s Gone, and Morning Cold, now in a larger trim size with newly illustrated covers by Campbell. Cleo’s budding romance with Myrtle takes a turn when Myrtle’s sweet acts of affection shift to growing jealousy, aggression, and manipulative behavior. With everything else going on in Wet Moon-Natalie being attacked, Audrey breaking up with Beth, and Trilby being distant-Cleo isn’t sure she can take it anymore. . . and then Trilby is attacked and left for dead in the swamps surrounding town. Hard truths come out and everything changes. Once her attacker is off the streets, how will the friends come together again to support Trilby? Can it ever again be like it was for the residents of Wet Moon? 0625ON624

RANDOM HOUSE WORLDS/ INKLORE

KING’S MAKER, VOLUME 1 TP $20.00 Page 283
Haga and Kang Jiyoung
A rebellious prince, once thought dead. A noble’s son, held captive by a deviant king. A bold plot that could change the fate of a kingdom. This first volume of the hit BL manhwa by Haga and Kang Jiyoung includes a fold-out poster featuring iconic art of Wolfgang and Soohyuk! When Wolfgang is forced to move into the royal palace and take up his rightful seat as the fourth prince of Golden leonard, he catches the eye of Soohyuk Shin, the son of the minister of foreign affairs. Soohyuk, forced to serve as one of the king’s beloved “sovereign darlings,” is looking for someone to play the leading role in a daring scheme. So far, all the other princes have disappointed Soohyuk, but Wolfgang is different – and he might just be the key to overthrowing the king. Volume 1 includes episodes 0-12 of the webcomic King’s Maker. 7.202506.9780593972571

SEVEN SEAS

CASE FILE COMPENDIUM: BING AN BEN (NOVEL) VOL. 6 $19.99 Page 298
Rou Bao Bu Chi Rou
The hit danmei/Boys’ Love novel series from China (also known as BAB) officially released in English for the first time! In this modern tale with a sci-fi edge, an elite young man with a dark side develops a deep, aggressive relationship with his former doctor. (By the author of The Husky and His White Cat Shizun and Remnants of Filth.)Wealthy and handsome, yet mentally unstable – He Yu has returned home from overseas with one goal in mind: to win the heart of Xie Xue, the girl of his dreams. However, in his time away, he has nursed more than unrequited feelings. He must confront his long-held grudge against Xie Xue’s overprotective brother, Xie Qingcheng, who doesn’t think He Yu capable of love.But history is not easily rewritten. As He Yu’s former doctor, Xie Qingcheng is the only person in the world who truly understands He Yu’s volatile mental illness. When the two are involved in an explosive incident that exposes a dark secret, Xie Qingcheng’s suspicions about He Yu are confirmed. Now, He Yu must confront his own demons…including his dark obsession with Xie Qingcheng. The Seven Seas English-language edition will include exclusive, all-new covers and interior illustrations. 7.202506.979888843456

DANGEROUS CONVENIENCE STORE VOL 06 $21.99 Page 290
945/gusao
Eui-joon thought he’d moved on with his life, that he’d rid himself of any lingering feelings for Gunwoo. But when Gunwoo appeared after three years of being gone, Eui-joon was surprised at how quickly they fell back into their old relationship. Still, there are some loose ends-Eui-joon’s emotionally unavailable boyfriend he just can’t seem to break up with, and Eui-joon’s back-breaking job, which includes running errands for his tyrannical boss. Things never seem quite so bleak when Gunwoo is around, though, forcing Eui-joon to confront the fact that he might be completely in love with the handsome and stoic… reformed gangster? Don’t miss what fate has in store in this bang-tastic finale! JUN251680

GO FOR IT, NAKAMURA-KUN!! VOL 1 $14.99 Page 299
Syundei
The hit Boys’ Love comedy returns in an all-new edition – just in time for the upcoming anime! Nakamura is a shy boy who falls in love at first sight with another boy – his dreamy high school classmate Hirose. But there’s a problem: they haven’t met yet. And Nakamura is a total klutz who might bungle things before they even begin! In this endearing Boy’s Love comedy about the trials of high school, follow Nakamura’s hilarious attempts to cling to happiness. [New edition re-release.] 7.202506.9798893738063

JOYFUL REUNION VOL 2 TP $19.99 Page 299
Fei Tian Ye Xiang
An unwanted child becomes a man with a great destiny in this danmei/Boys’ Love novel series from acclaimed author Fei Tian Ye Xiang !For as long as he can remember, Duan Ling has been an unwanted child. Raised by his deceased mother’s neglectful family, he’s grown up battered and mistreated. But his life takes a fateful turn when a stranger named Lang Junxia arrives at the Duan estate, claiming to be sent by the father Duan Ling never knew he had. Whisked away to the capital of the Liao Empire, Duan Ling is thrust into a treacherous world of political intrigue and power struggles far beyond his comprehension. But Lang Junxia has promised his father will come for him, and Lang Junxia never lies. As he prepares for a destiny greater than he ever imagined, Duan Ling finds himself at the heart of a story that could alter the fate of empires – and shake the world itself. [Note: this is a prose novel.] 7.202506.9798893734249

LOST IN THE CLOUD VOL 1 $21.99 Page 294
Paskim
One young man learns that not everything is safe when uploaded to the cloud. The hit full-color Boys’ Love webtoon sensation, now in print in English for the first time!Skylar has a secret: he’s been covertly snapping photos of his crush, Chan-il, and storing them in the cloud. He thought they were safe – until the photos vanish, and an anonymous text exposes his secret.The blackmailer? Chan-il’s sharp-tongued best friend, Cirrus. Instead of outing Skylar, Cirrus proposes a deal that pulls him into a web of awkward encounters, close calls, and a deeply personal game. What does Cirrus really want, and why can’t Skylar shake the feeling there’s more to this game than meets the eye? 7.202506.9798893739459

LOVE BETWEEN FAIRY AND DEVIL VOL 2 TP $19.99 Page 300
Jiu Lu Fei Xiang
The novels that inspired the hit Chinese live-action drama on Netflix! A powerful demon lord finds his life linked to a seemingly weak fairy in this epic fantasy romance. Years after his defeat, Dongfang Qingcang – the ancient and powerful Demon Lord – has been resurrected. Hell-bent on settling the score, he nabs the first scapegoat unfortunate enough to cross his path: the bubbly orchid fairy Xiao Lanhua. As if becoming the Demon Lord’s accomplice wasn’t shocking enough, Xiao Lanhua has her soul ripped from her body and loses her physical form to a lethal self-inflicted slap. Forced to share a vessel with the Demon Lord himself, Xiao Lanhua is horrified by her luck. What’s a fairy to do?!Still, for a former flower, Xiao Lanhua isn’t faring so bad; she now has the power of the Demon Lord at her disposal. Yet as the unlikely duo wrestle for control over their body, will they be able to find Xiao Lanhua a new vessel? Or will they be forever bound together?The final volume! [This is a prose novel.] 7.202506.9798893734287

MISSING O VOL 03 $14.99 Page 295
Face Park
All the clues Mr. O left behind lead to Hong Minhee. Tall and handsome? Check! Purveyor of bad puns? Check! Mysterious thigh tattoo? Check! Heck, Minhee even remembers the night he rescued Eunsung seven years ago. Surely, Minhee is the elusive Mr. O. The long search is over! So why isn’t Eunsung happy? JUN251715

MY GIRLFRIEND’S NOT HERE TODAY VOL 5 $14.99 Page 295
Kiyoko Iwami
After Fuuko maliciously confesses her affair with Yuni to Nanase, Yuni must make a choice: her girlfriend Nanase who she loves but has been neglected by, or Fuuko who showers her with affection. When Nanase promises to make Yuni more of a priority, Yuni agrees to give them another chance at happiness, leaving Fuuko alone once more. For a time, their relationship seems better than ever. But how long can the peace last when Fuuko asks to see Yuni again? 7.202506.9798893736915

PAINTER OF THE NIGHT VOL 01 $26.99 Page 296
Byeonduck
Na-kyum is a talented artist who excels in painting beautiful gay erotica, though he does so under a pseudonym. Yet recently, he has given up painting, vowing never to create lewd art again. But the notoriously lust-driven nobleman Seungho Yoon didn’t get the memo-nor will he accept it-and forces Na-kyum to become his in-house painter, demanding the artist create his erotic works just for Seungho to enjoy. Can Na-kyum endure being Seungho’s personal painter of the night or will the late-night activities be too much for him? For Mature Readers. JUN251721

THE HANDSOME CATBOY WANTS TO BE HIS PET $15.99 Page 291
Naruko
One college student finds himself in a cat-astrophe when he comes across a catboy who won’t leave him alone! Jiro Haruta has an unfortunate penchant for attracting trouble, so when he stumbles upon an odd-looking cat on his way to class, he does his best to avoid it. However, the cat not only steals Haruta’s lunch, but it follows him home! And if that’s not strange enough, the cat transforms into an extremely handsome man named Kanawa, who declares in front of everyone that he wants to be kept by Haruta! Can Haruta escape this cat-astrophe, or is he stuck being the proud owner of a handsome catboy?! 7.202506.9798895610909

ROSES & CHAMPAGNE VOL 01 $21.99 Page 296
ZIG and Ttung Gae
The hit Boys’ Love crime drama webtoon/manhwa (in full color) is finally available in English print-based on a popular Korean novel series! Korean-Russian lawyer Lee-Won Jeong rushes to work one day when he literally collides with a striking, blond-haired, gray-eyed stranger. Lee-Won thinks nothing of the chance encounter-until their paths cross again under far more ominous circumstances. The stranger is revealed to be Ceasar Sergeev, the heir to the powerful Sergeev mafia empire. But even that is just the tip of the iceberg. As a dedicated civil rights attorney, Lee-Won suspects the mafia is pressuring a senator to cheat his client, and he’s determined to uncover the truth. But as Lee-Won delves deeper, Caesar’s obsession with him grows more intense. Now, Lee-Won is about to learn just how perilous it is to attract the attention of the Russian mob. JUN251726

VS. LOVE VOL 2 TP $15.99 Page 298
Chise Ogawa
Ibuki and Tsuzumi are the leaders of two rival school gangs, and despite their constant fights over territory, seeing each other was love at first fight. Ibuki is keeping his meetings with Tsuzumi a secret from their friends, but everything from secret intentions, combative friendships, and twisted affections are leading their romance to a violent end!The final volume! 7.202506.9798895611296

YOU’VE GOT MAIL: THE PERILS OF PIGEON POST – FEI GE JIAO YOU XU JIN SHEN VOL 4 TP $19.99 Page 300
Blackegg and Ninemoon
This Mature-rated danmei/Boys’ Love novel series originally released in Chinese-and coming to the English language for the first time-is a raunchy romantic comedy about an ancient singles club! Dear Sir…Lonely, poor, and pushing forty, Wu Xingzi doesn’t have much to live for. In fact, the only thing he has going for him is the perfect funeral plot he’s picked out for himself… That is, until he stumbles across the Peng Society and their monthly volume of personal ads for gay men.At first, he’s just looking for friendship with like-minded people, but when he finds out that it’s customary for members to respond to polite letters with shockingly detailed ink drawings of their, ahem, intimate anatomy, Wu Xingzi quickly gains a new purpose in life: collecting phallic illustrations through the pigeon post!There’s just one problem. His favorite two-dimensional specimen belongs to a man who’s intent on thrusting himself into Wu Xingzi’s life in a very real, firm, three-dimensional fashion…The Seven Seas English-language edition of this Mature-rated novel will feature uncensored text and exclusive new art. The final volume! 7.202506.979889160591

SILVER SPROCKET

WITCH HAZEL VARIETY HOUR (ONE SHOT)
Colton Fox and Beige Blum
Meet Hazel: Talented Spellcaster and Walking Disaster. Spells fizzle, side gigs go sideways, and magical villains wreak havoc! For Hazel, it’s just another day as a witch-for-hire. Luckily, her friends, her crush, and her familiar Noot are there to pick up the pieces (or make things worse). Monsters, Magic and Mayhem? Hazel’s definitely not getting paid enough for this! This deluxe printing features a cardstock cover with foil accents, fun activities, and an included sticker sheet! 0625SP664

SQUARE ENIX MANGA

CHERRY MAGIC VOL 14 $14.99 Page 313
Yuu Toyota
It’s complicated: A thirty-year-old virgin gets more than he bargained for when his newfound magical power reveals he’s the object of his male coworker’s affections! One year after Adachi and Kurosawa moved in together, the newly married pair are deep in conjugal bliss and couldn’t be happier. At work, Adachi is selected as the leader to plan a large-scale event themed around Scandinavia! However… a client named Tachibana quickly takes a shine to Adachi and even makes a pass at him! How will Kurosawa stake his claim on his man and get the interloper to back off for good? After all, with such a major event in the works, neither of them can afford to offend a client! MAY251932

STORM KING COMICS

STORM KING DARK & TWISTED DEATH MASK VOL 2 ICHOR AZURE $24.99 Page 257
Amanda Deibert and Cat Staggs
In the hills of Los Angeles, a chilling mystery unfolds as an unknown serial killer targets the 20-something children of the Hollywood elite. The pressure rises when two young women are kidnapped and detectives scramble to piece together clues before time runs out. After a fatal mistake, it becomes clear there is only one person who can get inside the head of murderer on a mission and disappear into the world of socialites in plain sight: the notorious serial killer known to most of the world only as “Death Mask.” An uneasy, and possibly unholy, alliance must be made before there are more funerals to livestream. Can an unrepentant killer save the day, or will the body count grow higher than the victims’ follower count? JUN251450

SUBLIME

A MAN WHO DEFIES THE WORLD OF BL $12.99 Page 268
Konkichi
What would you do if you suddenly realized you were living in the world of boys’ love?! Could you avoid the tropes? “I’m aware, y’know. I know I’m a character in a manga world. And not just any manga world either. This one is boys’ love.” Our straight-as-an-arrow protagonist has figured out that he lives in a BL-manga world. So as a means of evading all the hotties after him for some of that sweet, sweet lovin’, he studies every BL manga he can get his hands on to become a master of spotting their tropes. His evasive maneuvers prove effective…for now. But this is the world of boys’ love! JUN251549

TEN SPEED PRESS

SUITOR ARMOR VOL 3 $17.99 (SC) / $24.99 (HC) Page 258
Purpah
After paying a visit to an illegal market on the outskirts of the kingdom, per direction from her imprisoned faerie ally Quinn, Lucia learns that she has been living in complete ignorance: Fairies are being tortured, mutilated, and killed as a consequence of the war. And the elves that she has seen humans taking as servants and laborers are just faeries who have had their wings forcibly removed. Lucia is ridden with immense guilt and emotional turmoil that she has survived for so long in secrecy as one the last of the monarch faeries with her wings still intact. Complete with original behind-the-scenes content and a bonus storyline exclusive to the book, this thrilling and suspenseful third volume includes episodes 39-51 of the greatly successful Webtoon webcomic. JUN251453 (SC) / JUN251454 (HC)

TITAN

REBEL MOON NEMESIS #2 $4.99 Page 102
Gail Simone and Federico Bertoni
A brand new comic series that recounts the origins of Nemesis! Taking place before she became the sword-wielding, cyborg assassin, this is an action-packed and badass story in the style of a revenge western, in which an innocent woman finds herself in the path of Imperium soldiers who slaughter her family. 0625TN679

TOKYO POP

CONFESSIONS OF A SHY BAKER VOL 5 $13.99 Page 304
Masaomi Ito
Toshimitsu Yamamura owns a real estate company and loves baking delicious, healthy snacks in his spare time. When his coworker comes to him one day with the idea of advertising their real estate agency as LGBT-friendly, Toshi realizes this little change could really help people who often face discrimination in his industry. He’s terrified, though, because he worries this move will out him as gay. Joined by his boyfriend Gonta who inspired him to bake in the first place, Toshi navigates a changing world that’s slowly becoming more accepting, faces his fears and discomfort, and bakes some incredibly lovely treats along the way. 7.202506.9781427882677

ETERNAL COVENANT VOL 01 $19.99 Page 305
Haejin Haejin
The first volume of the popular webtoon for fans of epic fantasy, spicy romances, and of the author’s previous webtoon ‘The Sweetest Man.’ Ian Gloucester has always believed he was cursed to live as a destructive monster. He carried out his days in faithful servitude to the savior who plucked him from the depths of hell, Cardinal Brixton. But, one day, a mysterious man named Soleite Winkler tells him that this power is actually… magic. As a result, Ian begins to question everything he’s ever known. The two reluctantly form an alliance to expose the corruption that lies within the Kingdom. Despite his loyalty to the strict and religious Cardinal, Ian is drawn to Sol and slowly begins to fall for him. JUN251778

STAR & HEDGEHOG $13.99 Page 305
Nayuta Nago
A charming sunshine/grumpy romance between a bubbly university student returning home for the summer and the grouchy, edgy gardener working there temporarily.
JUN251782

THE STRANGER IN THE HOARDING HOUSE $13.99 Page 305
Joe Aruku
Burnt out by his job, Kamakura has shut himself away in his home and let the garbage pile up around him. One day, when a friendly neighbor sets foot inside, time which had come to a stop for Kamakura begins to tick forward again, in a story of love and rehabilitation after trauma. 7.202506.9781427882646

WORLD’S END BLUE BIRD VOL 4 $15.99 Page 305
Anji Seina
The final volume of World’s End Blue Bird, a fantastical, magical love story about overcoming fate in a painful and impossible world. Many years after a meteor strikes the Earth, Tokyo remains divided; the rich live in boundless splendor while the poor struggle hopelessly to survive. The new ruler and sorcerer Guang, supported by his beloved knight Ray, swears to unite the conflicted world. However, the new king Guang’s ideals do not align with those of the being that controls even fate itself. Suffering at the hands of a curse, Guang and Ray each come to a realization – a way to overcome not only their own fate, but the fate of the world. Driven by hope, the pair come together in the greatest act of love, putting aside their fears and proving that love truly does conquer all. 7.202506.9781427882592

VAULT

KID MAROON OGN $24.99
Christopher Cantwell and Victor Santos
Back in print for the first time in over 75 years… the world’s only hard-boiled boy detective – KID MAROON. From the shared genius of Christopher Cantwell (Iron Man, Doctor Doom) and Victor Santos (Polar, Violent Love) comes an all-new Kid Maroon graphic novel, featuring the rich history of Pep Shepard’s beloved boy detective, including strips long considered lost to time. Two years ago, Walden Maroon outgrew his small town, his loving parents, and the low stakes mysteries involving missing butterflies and stolen cookies. Since then, he’s dwelled within the cesspit of Crimeville, where murders, vice, and corruption are the city’s bread and butter. But at 12 years old, Kid is weary. When a string of horrific killings and arsons spring up in the streets, can he crack the case with his quick wits and slingshot? Or does Kid Maroon secretly yearn for what he’s never gotten to be… a kid? 0625VL704

VIZ

I WANNA DO BAD THINGS WITH YOU VOL 7 $11.99 Pag 279
Yutaka
Sometimes being the villain is way more fun than being the hero. Mamori Wataya is used to being a nobody. She lingers in the shadows of her high school, dismissed by everyone around her…that is, until she meets Soshi Fuji, the school’s notorious troublemaker. Fueled by her deep admiration for villains, Mamori quickly becomes captivated by Fuji’s devil-may-care attitude, and together they embark on a rebellion against the status quo. Mamori is shaken by Fuji’s sudden confession! Before she can respond, she comes down with a nasty cold that keeps her away from Fuji. Left with so much downtime, she sorts out her own feelings and realizes she wants to try confessing again. Will Fuji finally get it the second time around? Mamori and Fuji’s sweet and villainous tale ends here. JUN251603

RAINBOWS AFTER STORMS VOL 5 $11.99 Page 279
Luka Kobachi
Are high-school girls Nanoha and Chidori ready to face the storms in their new romantic relationship together? Nanoha and Chidori are best friends who attend the same all-girls high school and also share a heart-pounding secret: they’re lovers. Through sunny days and tumultuous storms, they’re always ready for new adventures together. After weathering their first storm, Nanoha and Chidori find their bond even stronger than before. Though they each struggle to keep their awkward sides in check, the pair moves forward together to face their next challenge: the school festival! With even fewer places to hide, will their secret finally be revealed? JUN251606

YEN PRESS

AFTER WE GAZED AT STARRY SKY VOL 3 $15.00 Page 307
Bisco Kida
Life has never been more perfect. Subaru Miyazawa and Tougo Amase are happily engaged, cherishing each day as they explore each other in all sorts of ways. When Tougo proposes they hold a small ceremony and take wedding photos. Subaru is elated but knowing Tougo’s past, considers the weight behind the idea. Here’s to their happily ever after. JUN251791

I DON’T KNOW HOW TO LOVE $13.00 Page 309
Yu Machio
Aimi may be popular, but the fact that he’s trashy is known by everyone…even himself! He’ll go out with anyone as long as he’s not tied down to just one person. But now, he’s dating Kaede, a very convenient underclassman who doesn’t ask for anything and doesn’t say anything unnecessary. But isn’t it strange that Kaede’s attitude doesn’t change even when he sees Aimi kissing a sex friend? Thrown off by this, Aimi starts to become possessive of Kaede. However, his feelings don’t seem to be reaching Kaede at all. JUN251806

LILIES BLOOMING IN 100 DAYS MANGA $15.00 Page 309
Muromaki
This full-color art book features one hundred different yuri scenarios, all from the artist Muromaki’s #100 Days of Yuri Challenge! Packed full of high-school, adult, and age-gap couples in cute, funny, and spicy scenarios alike, there’s plenty for readers to enjoy!
SC, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $15.00, JUN251811

MY OH MY ATAMI KUN VOL 3 $15.00 Page 310
Asa Tanuma
Kunijima-san has been quite absent-minded lately, troubled by a certain feeling he’s never felt before. But never fear…Atami-kun, the romance expert, is here to help him make sense of it all! The silly, heartwarming daily life of high school boys in love continues in Volume 3. JUN251816

SPY CLASSROOM 2ND PERIOD DAUGHTER DEAREST VOL 2 $13.00 Page 311
Takemachi and Benishake Tomari
“Daughter Dearest” Grete and her instructor Klaus are in pursuit of the mysterious assassin known as Corpse, but they also must find the killer’s accomplice! Where will love lead them…? JUN251823