Author: Akiko HigashimuraPublisher: Kodansha America LLC
ISBN: 1642122610
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
The Siren and the Sword
Author: Cecilia TanPublisher: Red Wheel
ISBN: 159003208X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
Kyle Wadsworth arrives at Harvard eager to start his new life as a college student away from the cold and distant great-aunt who has raised him. But he walks into a building that only magical people can see, confusing both himself and the administrators of Veritas, the secret magical university hidden inside Harvard. There he first sees a beautiful girl who seems magical to him in every way. Soon Jess Torralva is tutoring Kyle in the ways of magic, sex, and love. But trouble is afoot at Veritas. Rumors abound that a siren is haunting the library, and when Kyle's best friend is attacked, Kyle is determined to use his newly learned skills in erotic magic to catch the culprit. But which is more important, his quest for justice or his search for true love?
The Thing About Jellyfish - FREE PREVIEW EDITION (The First 11 Chapters)
Author: Ali BenjaminPublisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316266477
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 47
Book Description
This stunning debut novel about grief and wonder was an instant New York Times bestseller and captured widespread critical acclaim, including selection as a 2015 National Book Award finalist! After her best friend dies in a drowning accident, Suzy is convinced that the true cause of the tragedy must have been a rare jellyfish sting--things don't just happen for no reason. Retreating into a silent world of imagination, she crafts a plan to prove her theory--even if it means traveling the globe, alone. Suzy's achingly heartfelt journey explores life, death, the astonishing wonder of the universe...and the potential for love and hope right next door. Oddlot Entertainment has acquired the screen rights to The Thing About Jellyfish, with Gigi Pritzker set to produce with Bruna Papandrea and Reese Witherspoon.
Kiss Him, Not Me 4
Author: JunkoPublisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1632362074
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Hi again! It’s me, Kae! After sweating it out with the boys, I’ve slimmed down again, but the fujoshi in me will never fade away! After everything that happened in the last volume, Igarashi has now fallen in love with the true me. He’s decided to continue his pursuit, but this time, he means business! Igarashi’s new resolve also spurs a change in Nanashima, and he doubles his efforts to win me over. It’s great that they’re both so fired up, but what’s firing me up is the thought of them possibly getting hot and heavy with each other… Includes extras such as a White Day-themed bonus comic and sketches of never-before-revealed character designs! Now an anime from the studio that made PRINCESS JELLYFISH and MY LITTLE MONSTER!
Blank Canvas: My So-Called Artist's Journey Vol. 1
Author: Akiko HigashimuraPublisher: Seven Seas Entertainment
ISBN: 1645052516
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
High schooler Akiko has big plans to become a popular mangaka before she even graduates, but she needs to get much better at drawing if she ever wants to reach her goal. Looking for an easy fix, she signs up for an art class, thinking all her problems will soon be solved. She''s in for a surprise: her new instructor is a bamboo sword-wielding taskmaster who doesn''t care about manga one bit. But maybe this unconventional art teacher is just what she needs to realize her dreams!
Tokyo Tarareba Girls 6
Author: Akiko HigashimuraPublisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 163236736X
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A sharp new comedy about female friendship from the creator of Princess Jellyfish! DON'T LOOK BACK Faced with the possibility that she might be pregnant, Kaori loses sight of what she wants from Ryo. With Koyuki sinking deeper into her affair and Rinko compromising on her dreams of a heart-pounding romance, it seems like the futures they envisioned in their twenties have never been more unattainable. Are they out of time after all?
Princess Jellyfish
Author: Akiko HigashimuraPublisher: Kodansha Comics
ISBN: 1682338797
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
LONG DISTANCES In order to save Amamizukan, the girls decide to put up an exhibition of their work. When the Jelly Fish dresses catch the eye of Asia’s greatest fashion influencer, Kai, it’s not only the dresses that the mogul wants—it’s the designer herself. Tsukimi and the gang are about to get the massive break they need, but at what price…? Afraid that he may lose Tsukimi, Kuranosuke must come to terms with what his true purpose for starting Jelly Fish once was. Meanwhile, Shu learns of the heartbreaking history of Kuranosuke’s mother, while Chieko’s mother makes a discovery that seals the fate of Amamizukan…
Welcome to the Ballroom
Author: Tomo TakeuchiPublisher: Kodansha Comics
ISBN: 1682337618
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Harsh Realities -- Tatara’s education as a competitive dancer continues! He’s learned a lot in a short amount of time, but his lack of experience as a leader is finally catching up with him. In some ways, Chinatsu is the perfect partner for him, but her own background in dance may make it difficult for them to function as a pair. The world of dance will not wait—the clock is ticking, and if the two can’t learn how to move together, their future success in dancesport is far from certain…
Gender in Japanese Popular Culture
Author: Sirpa SaleniusPublisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3031129423
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
This open-access essay collection brings together a range of viewpoints on gender from a diverse group of international scholars based in Finland, Belgium, Japan, Singapore, and Australia. The focus is, in particular, on gender performativity and non-binary or non-normative gender. The essays examine the ways in which gender can be depicted, perceived, and understood in Japanese popular culture. The work will be of interest to scholars working in gender studies, Asian studies, and popular culture. It will also act as a source text for higher education courses in Asia, Europe, and the United States.
Princess Jellyfish 5
Author: Akiko HigashimuraPublisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1632362333
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
New York Times bestseller! Named by the American Library Association and the New York Public Library as one of the top young adult books of the year! THE BUSINESS OF LOVE With the help of Amars and their savvy new ally Nisha, Tsukimi’s jellyfish designs are slowly taking shape as a real clothing line. There’s no time to waste if the group wants to save Amamizukan and make a splash in the fashion world, and that means churning out new dresses—and fast! As if Tsukimi weren’t already overwhelmed, Shu makes it clear that he’s ready to make a romantic commitment to her. For a geek girl who’s never even had a boyfriend, these advances may be too much to handle. And Tsukimi isn’t the only one struggling—with his brother’s feelings out in the open, Kuranosuke must figure out how he fits into Tsukimi’s life.
