Author: Yuu Watase
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421544202
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
In the midst of a heated battle, Takiko is transported back to her own world. There, all the problems she escaped through her father's book are waiting for her: her mother's funeral, her father's disapproval, and her reunion with Mr. Ohsugi, her first love. But with the wisdom and strength she's found as the Priestess of Genbu, Takiko knows what she has to do. And when she discovers that the wishes of the Priestess really do have power in her world, she realizes that she must find a way to return to the Universe of the Four Gods! -- VIZ Media
Graphic Novels
Author: Michael Pawuk
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 1113
Book Description
Covering genres from adventure and fantasy to horror, science fiction, and superheroes, this guide maps the vast terrain of graphic novels, describing and organizing titles to help librarians balance their graphic novel collections and direct patrons to read-alikes. New subgenres, new authors, new artists, and new titles appear daily in the comic book and manga world, joining thousands of existing titles—some of which are very popular and well-known to the enthusiastic readers of books in this genre. How do you determine which graphic novels to purchase, and which to recommend to teen and adult readers? This updated guide is intended to help you start, update, or maintain a graphic novel collection and advise readers about the genre. Containing mostly new information as compared to the previous edition, the book covers iconic super-hero comics and other classic and contemporary crime fighter-based comics; action and adventure comics, including prehistoric, heroic, explorer, and Far East adventure as well as Western adventure; science fiction titles that encompass space opera/fantasy, aliens, post-apocalyptic themes, and comics with storylines revolving around computers, robots, and artificial intelligence. There are also chapters dedicated to fantasy titles; horror titles, such as comics about vampires, werewolves, monsters, ghosts, and the occult; crime and mystery titles regarding detectives, police officers, junior sleuths, and true crime; comics on contemporary life, covering romance, coming-of-age stories, sports, and social and political issues; humorous titles; and various nonfiction graphic novels.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 1113
Book Description
Covering genres from adventure and fantasy to horror, science fiction, and superheroes, this guide maps the vast terrain of graphic novels, describing and organizing titles to help librarians balance their graphic novel collections and direct patrons to read-alikes. New subgenres, new authors, new artists, and new titles appear daily in the comic book and manga world, joining thousands of existing titles—some of which are very popular and well-known to the enthusiastic readers of books in this genre. How do you determine which graphic novels to purchase, and which to recommend to teen and adult readers? This updated guide is intended to help you start, update, or maintain a graphic novel collection and advise readers about the genre. Containing mostly new information as compared to the previous edition, the book covers iconic super-hero comics and other classic and contemporary crime fighter-based comics; action and adventure comics, including prehistoric, heroic, explorer, and Far East adventure as well as Western adventure; science fiction titles that encompass space opera/fantasy, aliens, post-apocalyptic themes, and comics with storylines revolving around computers, robots, and artificial intelligence. There are also chapters dedicated to fantasy titles; horror titles, such as comics about vampires, werewolves, monsters, ghosts, and the occult; crime and mystery titles regarding detectives, police officers, junior sleuths, and true crime; comics on contemporary life, covering romance, coming-of-age stories, sports, and social and political issues; humorous titles; and various nonfiction graphic novels.
Aishiteruze Baby, Vol. 6
Author: Yoko Maki
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 9781421510057
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Kippei Katakura is a 17-year-old playboy. When his 5-year-old cousin Yuzuyu comes to live with his family after her mother disappears, he is suddenly in charge of taking care of her. Kippei's main occupation changes from tending to his high-school girlfriends to picking Yuzuyu up from kindergarten and making her lunch. Soon the two are getting along like peas in a pod, but the girls at his high school miss their "quality time" with Kippei.
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 9781421510057
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Kippei Katakura is a 17-year-old playboy. When his 5-year-old cousin Yuzuyu comes to live with his family after her mother disappears, he is suddenly in charge of taking care of her. Kippei's main occupation changes from tending to his high-school girlfriends to picking Yuzuyu up from kindergarten and making her lunch. Soon the two are getting along like peas in a pod, but the girls at his high school miss their "quality time" with Kippei.
Fushigi Yûgi: Genbu Kaiden, Vol. 7
Author: Yuu Watase
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421544253
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Seven Celestial Warriors have been found...but Takiko has just learned that eight are needed. To win the arrogant, powerful Hagus over to her side, Takiko promises to rescue his twin brother, Teg, who embodies the lost half of his Celestial power. Deep in enemy territory, Takiko prepares to face Prince Temdan and his followers. As the war for Genbu begins, the Celestial Warriors leap into the fray...but the first battle will exact a terrible price! -- VIZ Media
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421544253
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Seven Celestial Warriors have been found...but Takiko has just learned that eight are needed. To win the arrogant, powerful Hagus over to her side, Takiko promises to rescue his twin brother, Teg, who embodies the lost half of his Celestial power. Deep in enemy territory, Takiko prepares to face Prince Temdan and his followers. As the war for Genbu begins, the Celestial Warriors leap into the fray...but the first battle will exact a terrible price! -- VIZ Media
Fushigi Yûgi: Genbu Kaiden, Vol. 11
Author: Yuu Watase
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421561883
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
While Takiko learns the terrible truth behind the prophecy that set Uruki against his father, King Temdan, the country of Bêi-jîa faces both civil war and foreign invasion. Takiko’s final hope lies in reuniting the last two Celestial Warriors, the twins Urumiya and Teg. Can she mend the rifts between brother and brother, father and son? -- VIZ Media
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421561883
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
While Takiko learns the terrible truth behind the prophecy that set Uruki against his father, King Temdan, the country of Bêi-jîa faces both civil war and foreign invasion. Takiko’s final hope lies in reuniting the last two Celestial Warriors, the twins Urumiya and Teg. Can she mend the rifts between brother and brother, father and son? -- VIZ Media
Fushigi Yûgi: Genbu Kaiden, Vol. 10
Author: Yuu Watase
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421555093
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Takiko has returned to the Universe of the Four Gods! As the Celestial Warriors search for the scroll of the Four Gods, Takiko uncovers the truth about the prophecy that turned Uruki and his father into bitter enemies. But while they begin a new chapter in their adventures, Takiko struggles to conceal a terrible secret about herself from the Celestial Warriors... -- VIZ Media
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421555093
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Takiko has returned to the Universe of the Four Gods! As the Celestial Warriors search for the scroll of the Four Gods, Takiko uncovers the truth about the prophecy that turned Uruki and his father into bitter enemies. But while they begin a new chapter in their adventures, Takiko struggles to conceal a terrible secret about herself from the Celestial Warriors... -- VIZ Media
Fushigi Yûgi: Genbu Kaiden, Vol. 4
Author: Yuu Watase
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421544164
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Takiko now knows where to find the remaining Celestial Warriors, but, with spies around every corner and the army of Qu-Dong on her trail, she may not survive the journey. When Tomite accidentally lets slip that Takiko is the Priestess of Genbu, she's kidnapped by villagers in order to be sacrificed to a dragon! And in a confrontation with the Celestial Warrior Hikitsu, Hikitsu's power over water may be more than the other Celestial Warriors can handle...and those who gaze into his eyes see more truth than they can bear! -- VIZ Media
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421544164
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Takiko now knows where to find the remaining Celestial Warriors, but, with spies around every corner and the army of Qu-Dong on her trail, she may not survive the journey. When Tomite accidentally lets slip that Takiko is the Priestess of Genbu, she's kidnapped by villagers in order to be sacrificed to a dragon! And in a confrontation with the Celestial Warrior Hikitsu, Hikitsu's power over water may be more than the other Celestial Warriors can handle...and those who gaze into his eyes see more truth than they can bear! -- VIZ Media
Fushigi Yûgi: Genbu Kaiden, Vol. 9
Author: Yuu Watase
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 142154430X
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Back in her own world, Takiko tries to forget about The Universe of the Four Gods. Determined to live the life of an ordinary girl in Tokyo in 1923, she returns to her father's home and concentrates on being a loyal daughter--and, soon, a dutiful bride. But she can't leave her other life behind. And while Takiko struggles to cool her still-burning heart, the Celestial Warriors battle through a new ice age! -- VIZ Media
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 142154430X
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Back in her own world, Takiko tries to forget about The Universe of the Four Gods. Determined to live the life of an ordinary girl in Tokyo in 1923, she returns to her father's home and concentrates on being a loyal daughter--and, soon, a dutiful bride. But she can't leave her other life behind. And while Takiko struggles to cool her still-burning heart, the Celestial Warriors battle through a new ice age! -- VIZ Media
Kaze Hikaru, Vol. 6
Author: Taeko Watanabe
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 9781421511634
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Rumors emerge that the Choshu clans are gathering in Kyoto and conspiring. A captured enemy confesses that they plan to set fire to the capital and make off with the Emperor. In a skirmish with the plotters, Soji is badly wounded, and now Sei finds herself surrounded and outnumbered. Will she find the strength she needs to survive?
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 9781421511634
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Rumors emerge that the Choshu clans are gathering in Kyoto and conspiring. A captured enemy confesses that they plan to set fire to the capital and make off with the Emperor. In a skirmish with the plotters, Soji is badly wounded, and now Sei finds herself surrounded and outnumbered. Will she find the strength she needs to survive?
Fushigi Yûgi: Genbu Kaiden, Vol. 8
Author: Yuu Watase
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421544288
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Takiko helps Uruki grieve for the loss of a loved one--a loss she knows only too well. But now that the Qudong army knows how to fight Celestial power, Takiko and the Celestial Warriors have no time to lose. As they prepare to rescue Teg, Uruki learns the truth about the prophecy: to summon Genbu, the Priestess will have to sacrifice her life. Refusing to let another death happen, Uruki vows to send Takiko back to the safety of her own world...by any means necessary. -- VIZ Media
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
ISBN: 1421544288
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Takiko helps Uruki grieve for the loss of a loved one--a loss she knows only too well. But now that the Qudong army knows how to fight Celestial power, Takiko and the Celestial Warriors have no time to lose. As they prepare to rescue Teg, Uruki learns the truth about the prophecy: to summon Genbu, the Priestess will have to sacrifice her life. Refusing to let another death happen, Uruki vows to send Takiko back to the safety of her own world...by any means necessary. -- VIZ Media