Shirobako artbook released at the KADOKAWA table at Comiket 88.
After her mother’s death, Princess Rosa endured the abuse of her stepmother, the Queen, but remained determined to become the next queen. One day, while in the royal palace forest, she was attacked by a thug and accidentally unleashed the "forbidden power" she had long kept hidden. As a result, following her younger sister Lily's suggestion, she was banished to live with the "Count of Blood" in a remote land. The Count, Lambert, though unsociable, had a kind heart, and over time, the two began to grow closer. However, her "forbidden power" and an ancient "pact with the fairies" made by the kingdom were linked to her fate. Despite the harassment from the Queen and her sister, as well as the weight of her destiny, Rosa grew into a strong and resilient woman. — "Mother, I'll find my happiness, no matter what."
Super commoner Ayame just entered Shirohara Academy, an elite school. Suddenly, she's pushed around by the super sadistic student council president...!?
Super commoner Ayame just entered Shirobara Academy, an elite school. Suddenly, she's pushed around by the super sadistic student council president...!? Included one-shot: Volume 1: Kare wa Okurete Yattekuru
Deep in the Japanese mountains, in the remote hunting village of Ani, a great bear lurks. At the end of their ropes, the hunters consider sending their finest hunting dog to slay the bear. There's only one problem -- she's pregnant. Watch the cycle of nature at its most beautiful and cruel, in this two-volume animal adventure manga!From Manga Reborn
From AQUA Scans: Elite Development Education Academy, Noblesse Oblige. The grandson of the academy's chairman, promised heir as the next chairman, Inaba Hakuto. The kind-hearted, younger brother who supports him, Inaba Kokuto. However, with the chairman's death, the fate of the twins begins to greatly warp. The one who holds the key is, the demon who resides in the mask... Masquerade...
By the author of Samurai Deeper Kyo... John Elegadine, a curry lover and a professional thief, encounters Lu Larue, a thief lock picker, as he was taking a stroll through a bazaar. With the two together, they are to find the legendary demon stone that is scattered into thirteen pieces around the world. Once the pieces are put back together, the demon stone is willing to grant a wish upon the user's desire. -Bakaupdates
Shutaro is an unemployed single man who recently returned home from Tokyo. When he opens the door upon his return, he finds a silver-haired girl flapping her skirt in front of a fan. The girl is Nina, his niece, who aspires to be an Akiba Idol. With Nina, Shutaro will have an unforgettable summer break and beyond...
A lone mercenary traveling in a foreign land is forced to participate in a street brawl, fighting back-to-back with a gun-toting man wearing a pelt around his shoulders. When they emerge from the attack unscathed, the man orders him to become his bodyguard. Only then does the mercenary-turned-bodyguard learn a surprising fact - this spirited fighter is the King; and between near-daily assassination attempts and His Majesty's obvious disdain for him, his life at the palace is not an easy one. But eventually, the bodyguard begins to realize that there is a reason behind the King's arrogant demeanour - one which he becomes determined to find out. Still... how can he protect a man who doesn't want to be protected?
The day of the coronation has finally arrived, but peace is nowhere in sight. The King is still under attack by a mysterious faction that is trying desperately to put an end to his life. And this time around, the trials facing them might just be too great to overcome. His Majesty and his "Right Eye" both have secrets they're keeping from each other; secrets that could tear them apart... and destroy the kingdom!
Toki is a former Hokuto practitioner, and his incredible strength coped with his knowledge of the assassin art would be enough to call him devil.... But Toki's kindness and desire to help people prevent them from calling him devil, they instead can only whisper words akin to that of 'savior'.
In a different world where Western and Chinese cultures are mixed. Ageha is born into this world as the hated son of Count Kikunoi in the Qilin Empire. It seems that in the future, his younger brother Regulus will kill him in a succession fight. Ageha\'s only weapon is the memory of his previous life. However, he still decides to raise his younger brother because \"- My little brother is super cute, isn\'t he?\" He creates educational toys by hand and develops steamed egg custard for his little brother who is like a chick. He mobilizes all his special skills and housework abilities of past life to improve the underdeveloped area!
Shiroi Gekkou is a simple boy who grew up in the mountains. He travels to the city with the duty to protect Hikaru from perverted, twisted guys who all try to do the same thing - get into Hikaru's panties. Then again, Shiroi wants to, too...
[From Lililcious]: One of the older yuri manga out there. Resine comes to a new boarding school to find she is rooming with Simone, a rebel who is rude to her from the start. However, Resine and Simone end up falling in love...
Main Story: The White Shadow - Shiroi Kageboshi - 白い影法師Suzuko Hasebe, a grade 11 student, has been on a consistent transfer from one school to another (due to her father's work) before transferring to a private school. When she arrived, she saw an empty desk sitting by the window of the classroom and was given permission to sit there. No one has sat at that desk for 5 years, and strange things are about to occur. Side Story: Melody for Two - Futari no Melody - ふたりのメ? ディSawai is handsome, cultured, and a talented violinist who is searching for his soul-mate. Karumi is a boisterous and energetic girl whose greatest desire is to play the drum during the local festival. When Sawai's grandmother has heart trouble, Karumi impresses Sawai with her energy--and wrestling ability! But the gap between their worlds may be too great even for a duet with violin and drum, for Sawai's mother has returned to Japan--and declares Sawai must go to Austria. The only way he can stay is for rough Karumi to make a good impression...
“My Lord… Please, Divorce Me.” Liz, the daughter of a poor baron family, was married off to a count’s household as payment for her father’s debts. But instead of a dignified life, she found herself in a living hell—working tirelessly like a servant, while her husband openly pampered his mistress before her very eyes. Not only did he neglect her, but he also followed his lover’s every whim, squandering the family’s fortune on her indulgences, pushing the once-noble house into steady decline. One by one, the servants left, and Liz—quietly enduring it all—began to crumble. Until one pivotal moment, when she could no longer take it. She made up her mind: To get a divorce—peacefully. With the help of Alwin, a clever and kind young advisor she met by chance, Liz begins to strategically plan her separation. But the road to freedom isn’t easy. She must: • Gather solid proof of her husband’s infidelity to persuade the High Priest to grant the divorce. • Save up enough money to start a new life on her own. Armed with experience, sharp wit, and unwavering patience, Liz prepares for her final battle—to free herself from a soul-crushing marriage and reclaim her future. This divorce isn’t an end— It’s the beginning of her fight to live again. Collect the evidence. Plan wisely. Buy back your life.
“A Contract Without Feelings… or the Start of an Unexpected Love Story?” As her noble family falls into ruin, a young woman finds herself forced to work tirelessly just to sustain their livelihood, resigning herself to a lifelong existence as a machine, working until her very last day. She never imagined her fate could change—until she receives a sudden marriage proposal from a man belonging to one of the most prestigious ducal families. Shocked at first, she quickly realizes that this marriage is not about love—it’s merely a “white marriage”, with no emotional obligations. Her future husband, known for his cold demeanor and disinterest in romance, was looking for a partner who wouldn’t grow attached or try to tie him down, and he saw her as the perfect choice for this role. But before accepting, she sets a condition—one that was completely unexpected and might just change everything between them. What began as a loveless contract may soon turn into something deeper than either of them ever anticipated…
Includes the following short stories: 1. Once Upon a Time A lost little girl wants to find her way home... 2. See You Next Time A girl calmly reminisces about her dead friend. 3. Imp in the Night A little imp wonders why he's afraid of the night. 4. Sakura Antique Store The story of an old watch sitting in the window display of the Sakura Antique Store. 5. Shiroi Kumo A beautiful and touching story about life, death, and the heartening belief that we will all arrive at the same place when our time has come. 6. Molehill The story of a young mole who decides to become human so that he can see his girlfriend's face... 7. The Lands of Dreams A girl is trapped in an endless dream... 8. Grape Picking Two teachers discuss the godliness of children. 9. Let's Go Home 10. The Story of the Flower 11. The Road Where Flowers Bloom 12. Egg Water 13. Hoppie's Bear One day, office worker Kurata encounters a strange girl in the city. The girl, who wears a bear “head mask” all the time, moonlights at her dad’s restaurant. Thus begins an unusual friendship between the lovelorn man and the mature girl… 14. "To a Certain Place"
