Author: Akiko HigashimuraPublisher: Kodansha America LLC
ISBN: 1642122610
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
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!
The Last 8
Author: Laura PohlPublisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1492669903
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 253
Book Description
An LGBTQ YA "sci-fi romp" (Kirkus), The Last 8 is a thrilling high-stakes survival story about the last eight teenagers left on Earth after aliens attack, praised as "An extravaganza of nonstop action" (School Library Journal) Extinction was just the beginning... Clover Martinez has always been a survivor, which is the reason she isn't among the dead when aliens invade and destroy Earth as she knows it. Clover is convinced she's the only one left until she hears a voice on the radio urging her to go to the former Area 51. When she arrives, she's greeted by a band of misfits who call themselves The Last Teenagers on Earth. Only they aren't the ragtag group of heroes Clover was expecting. The seven strangers seem more interested in pretending the world didn't end than fighting back, and Clover starts to wonder if she was better off alone. But when she finds a hidden spaceship within the walls of the compound, she doesn't know what to believe...or who to trust. The Last 8 is perfect for readers looking for: heart-pounding young adult survival books tween and teen LGBTQ books sci-fi Latinx teen books expert world-building and relatable, funny, diverse characters Praise for The Last 8: "The Walking Dead meets Alien in this expertly plotted debut. Teens will want to follow Clover on her next adventure!" — Zoraida Cordova, author of the Brooklyn Brujas series "The Last 8 is diverse and immersive science fiction...With its powerful world building and emotional twists, The Last 8 is a beautifully fresh take on the idea of an alien apocalypse." — Foreword Reviews "A sci-fi romp with ample intergalactic twists to keep readers satisfied." — Kirkus Reviews "This debut is, at times, both joyful and heartbreaking ... Pohl's characters are tough, funny, and brave as they manage to persevere despite the debilitating weight of grief." — Booklist
Princess Jellyfish
Author: Akiko HigashimuraPublisher: Kodansha Comics
ISBN: 168233628X
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 362
Book Description
FASHIONING A FAIRY TALE The night of the fashion show for Tsukimi and Kuranosuke’s Jelly Fish brand has finally arrived. They pulled out all the stops to make Amamizu-kan into an enchanting wonderland–even Mayaya has transformed into a chic model! The show brings some much-needed attention to the retro building, but will the exposure be enough to save the Amars and their home? When their fashion line becomes a hit success, the girls scramble to satisfy their customers. With the help of their new colleague Nisha, a savvy Indian expat who knows all about the textile industry, they just might make it work!…But is Tsukimi ready to leave her quiet life behind for good?
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?
The Cultural Gutter
Author: Carol BordenPublisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557958393
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
Science fiction, fantasy, comics, romance, genre movies, games all drain into the Cultural Gutter, a website dedicated to thoughtful articles about disreputable art-media and genres that are a little embarrassing. Irredeemable. Worthy of Note, but rolling like errant pennies back into the gutter. The Cultural Gutter is dangerous because we have a philosophy. We try to balance enthusiasm with clear-eyed, honest engagement with the material and with our readers. This book expands on our mission with 10 articles each from science fiction/fantasy editor James Schellenberg, comics editor and publisher Carol Borden, romance editor Chris Szego, screen editor Ian Driscoll and founding editor and former games editor Jim Munroe.
Author: Shelomo SolsonHollow
Author: Amanda SinatraPublisher:
ISBN: 9780993589867
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
In a mysterious world filled with drama and inconsistence, Ivy Lane wakes up half-human and half-vampire--now known as a dhampir. Theodore, her vampire mentor, moulds her into his assistant, while Jackson, a dhampir like herself, trains her to fight, all while she tackles her own struggled with blood lust. But then Ivy regains her memory, setting her aside from the dhampir and vampire races. With the truth at her fingertips, Ivy comes to discover why she was chosen in the first place. Will the unveiling of secrets turn Ivy against Theodore for what he's done? Or will she accept her fate and ignore what her old life is trying to tell her?
