Manga Firsts: October 2025
Anime Atelier proudly presents Manga Firsts, a new feature aimed at highlighting first-time English print releases of manga. From long-awaited big names to solo volumes, this will be a showcase of new manga, manhwa, manhua, light novels, and more that you can buy in English! This list also includes re-releases like omnibus, anniversary editions, and box sets. Prices are listed in USD.
If we missed any new Volume 1 releases, feel free to comment below or reach out via our contact form or in the comments below.
October 1, 2025

Baki The Grappler (Perfect Edition) Vol. 1
Itagaki, Keisuke
Publisher: Kodama
342 pages, $19.99
ISBN 9781966523000
Keisuke Itagaki’s genre-defining fighting manga is finally being released in English with a new Perfect Edition! A seventeen-year-old boy with a white belt enters a karate tournament and shakes the foundations of Japan’s martial arts scene. As he effortlessly defeats his opponents, the world’s top fighters are left to ask: just who is this bizarrely strong young man, and what is he trying to achieve?
October 7, 2025

Before You Go Extinct
Takashi Ushiroyato, Kanato Abiko
Publisher: Vertical Comics
196 pages, $13.95
ISBN 9781647294748
A humble rock is at the center of this transmigratory tale of two souls who take the form of penguins, otters, crows, and more as they learn about the the value of culture, the beauty of play in the face of capitalist pressure to produce and reproduce, and the power of love in the face of total annihilation.

My Life in 24 Frames per Second
Rintaro
Publisher: Kana
256 pages, $29.99
ISBN 9781419784040
A unique journey that will take us from postwar Japan to the release of the film Metropolis in 2001, My Life in 24 Frames per Second is a journey filled with encounters, opportunities, endless nights, jazz, cigarettes, but above all, cinema. Follow Rintaro’s memoir as key milestones in the history of Japanese animation are unearthed in insightful clarity.

True Beauty Box Set (Volumes 1-4)
Yaongyi
Publisher: Webtoon Unscrolled
1136 pages, $65.00
ISBN 9781998341863
Mastering the art of makeovers, Jugyeong Lim navigates high school and then college, while her self-esteem, romantic life, and career are constantly in flux… Jugyeong Lim has been treated unfairly by her family and bullied by her enemies due to being perceived as ugly. She learns how to use makeup by binge-watching online video tutorials. As she slowly masters the art of makeovers, her dramatic transformation leads to overwhelming popularity and fame.

Kamudo, Vol. 1
Akira Himekawa
Publisher: VIZ Media
200 pages, $14.99
ISBN 9781974757800
Before humans claimed their place in history, the skybound paradise of Hinoaruchi was ruled by demi-beings under the watch of Ryujinkyo’s demi-dragons. Now, as prophecy firetells a turbulent new age, will the birth of Kamuna, the first human child, bring disaster or salvation?
In the utopian nation of Ryujinkyo, Kamuna—a boy born with the form of a human and the left hand of a dragon—grapples with his identity in a society that both questions and fears his existence. As he begins his training in the ancient art of ryuken, his determination to prove himself fuels a growing rivalry with the fierce demi-dragon Gindu. Meanwhile, tensions simmer beneath the surface as factions outside Ryujinkyo grow restless, seeking to control the divine pulse that sustains the land...

Moan: Junji Ito Story Collection
Junji Ito
Publisher: VIZ Media
272 pages, $25.00
ISBN 9781974754663
A dark evil lurks in the unreachable depths of a pipe, groaning out moans that echo through the house of a germophobe mother and her daughters. In another tale, flowers blooming in the shape of eyeballs are only the beginning of the strange phenomena surrounding a mysterious transfer student. Could he have supernatural abilities? Also, a man in a village deep in the mountains shares memories of his wife. What happened to her after she said she would give freely of her blood?

I'm the Heroic Knight of an Intergalactic Empire! (Manga) Vol. 1
Yomu Mishima, Ju Ishiguchi (Illustrated by), Nadare Takamine (Contributions by)
Publisher: Seven Seas
172 pages, $13.99 USD
ISBN 9798895612095
Don't miss this manga adaptation of the exciting light novel series (also from Seven Seas) set in the same universe as I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire! (By the author of Trapped in a Dating Sim.) Ever since she saw Count Banfield valiantly protect her home planet from space pirates, Emma Rodman has wanted to be a knight. She’d gladly give her life defending the innocent and protecting her lord’s domain. Unfortunately, her final test at the knights' academy has earned her a D-ranking, the lowest of the low! What a disaster! Now she's relegated to a remote border planet and her squad are a bunch of useless layabouts. Should she call it quits? Or will this isolation give her room to grow and shine?

The Lying Bride and the Same-Sex Marriage Debate Vol. 1
Kodama Naoko
Publisher: Seven Seas
172 pages, $13.99
ISBN 9798895612224
Shigisawa Rei has accepted that her life is different from most—while her friends are settling down with families, she’s devoted herself to her work as a gay woman in a world that doesn’t always feel built for her dreams. But everything changes when she bumps into Goto Saya, a former coworker who once captured her heart. Petite, charming, and ever-popular, Saya seems like she’s walked straight out of Rei’s past fantasies—except this time, she’s asking for Rei’s help after a falling out with her husband.
Opening her home to Saya should have been simple, but with each passing moment, old feelings bubble to the surface, and Rei finds herself trapped between desire and restraint. Can she resist the pull of forbidden love, or will she risk everything for the woman who was always out of reach?

Our Dining Table: Seconds, Please! Vol. 1
Mita Ori
Publisher: Seven Seas
258 pages, $14.99
ISBN 9798895611845
Yutaka and Minoru have gone from friends to lovers and made a loving home for themselves and Tane-kun. As their relationship grows, so do their joys and worries, but one thing stays the same: they always have warm meals to share around the table. See how their little family shares love and delicious food in this collection of short stories!

I Wanna Love You, Kiss You, Bite You
Sakana Tohjo
Publisher: Tokyopop
172 pages, $13.99
ISBN 9781427882875
When Omega Akihiro and Alpha Reiya are pushed into an engagement arranged by their parents, they’re doubtful they can ever be happy together. But as they get to know each other, their reluctance shifts into… something else. Their passion verges on obsession: Every moment apart is spent yearning to be together again, affecting their ability to concentrate on the rest of their studies and relationships. As their feelings grow, they will have to push past the fears and expectations they have for each other (and themselves) to discover a love they never thought possible.
October 14, 2025

Phantom Busters, Vol. 1
Neoshoco
Publisher: VIZ Media
216 pages, $11.99
ISBN 9781974757831
Straight A student Eugene Korekishi doesn’t believe in ghosts…but his classmate Mogari Shishikuno is an exorcist who swallows them whole! Mogari can’t see ghosts on his own, but once he and Eugene meet someone with the sight, there’s only one path left—form an exorcist club at school and embark on a high school life that’s anything but normal!
In search of a fourth member for the club, Mogari, Eugene, and new recruit Kaoru Kanzaki set their sights on Kotaro Tamon, a classmate who seems to be able to talk to ghosts. Unfortunately, Kotaro’s got some major problems communicating with living humans! Will Kotaro be able to overcome his anxiety and join the Phantom Busters?

Makina-san's a Love Bot?! Vol. 1
Yoshimi Sato
Publisher: Seven Seas (Ghost Ship)
168 pages, $16.99
ISBN 9798895610862
Gloomy robot enthusiast Akutsu Eita has a massive crush on his school’s idol, Agatsuma Makina, convinced that someone as cute and popular as she would ever notice him. But when Makina unexpectedly shows up at his door, things take an even stranger turn! It turns out, Makina is not just a popular girl—she’s a robot designed for pleasure, and she needs Eita’s help.
Thrilled at the chance to get a closer look at Makina’s "parts," Eita braces himself for her to reveal it all, including her robotic interior. However, his lack of experience quickly overwhelms him. Is this a dream come true for a mecha-nerd like Eita, or will the pressure of keeping Makina’s secret be too much for him to handle?

Virgin Knight: I Became the Frontier Lord in a World Ruled by Women (Manga) Vol. 1
Mitizou, MELON22 (Illustrated by), Melonnyinyi (Contributions by)
Publisher: Seven Seas (Ghost Ship)
186 pages, $14.99
ISBN 9798895612293
Reincarnated in a world where women dominate the battlefield and men are sheltered, Faust is an anomaly—a rare male knight and celebrated war hero. His unmatched military achievements have earned him fame, but his past-life values make life challenging in this female-led society.
Constantly overwhelmed by the bold advances of powerful women, Faust struggles to maintain his composure. From a barely dressed queen to a voluptuous duchess, the attention is relentless. When tasked with advising the spirited second-eldest princess Valiele on her first campaign, he anticipates an easy mission. But what begins as a simple bandit hunt soon spirals into an unexpected tragedy!

I Can't Stand Being Your Childhood Friend Vol. 1
An Momose
Publisher: Seven Seas
186 pages, $15.99
ISBN 9798893739749
Aoi and Ryota have been friends for as long as they can remember, so when it comes time to head off to college, it only makes sense for them to room together. Practically joined at the hip, they are convinced that their relationship will stay the same forever...until one day, Aoi wakes up to find Ryota leaning in to kiss him! Now Aoi must unpack this bewildering development, but he just can’t seem to forget Ryota’s touch...

Sensei's Mail-Order Food: The Complete BL Manga Collection
Yuuri Eda, Asumiko Nakamura (Illustrated by)
Publisher: Seven Seas
494 pages, $27.99
ISBN 9798893733105
When erotic novelist Enomura Haruka and shojo artist Nakata Miruku are brought together by their publisher to collaborate on a new manga, it seems like a perfect match—until the two meet in person and realize just how different they are! Haruka is a bit of a sadist with a cool-guy personality, and he immediately clashes with Miruku, who’s something of a masochist and doesn’t match his bright shojo style at all. There’s one thing the two have in common, however—their love of gourmet food, especially the mail-order variety. Can their passion for amazing food bridge the gap between them? Or could food be the catalyst that causes their passions to boil over? Includes reviews of real gourmet food items from Japan!

Sleeping on Paper Boats, Vol. 1
Teki Yatsuda
Publisher: SuBLime
250 pages, $12.99
ISBN 9781974752065
A young screenwriter who has skyrocketed to success on the back of his groundbreaking writing abilities discovers his pen is poisoned when all the people he has based his characters on meet untimely deaths. When a new love interest sparks his creativity, will he risk further misfortune or retire his pen forever?
Kei Kitahara, a visionary screenwriter who has taken postwar Japan by storm, has made the difficult decision to lay down his pen for good after he realizes the people he’s been basing his characters on have all met unfortunate ends. He spends his days in misery, waiting to die, until a reason to live finds him in the gutter, too drunk and beaten to move. Kei can’t help but be attracted to his savior’s bewitching innocence, and the urge to write about him grows stronger by the day. Knowing he can’t take the risk, he vows never to use his pen against him, but will temptation prove too great?
October 21, 2025

You Can't Bluff the Sharp-Eyed Sister 1
Natsu Hyuuga (Created by), Yo Asami, Chiho Shinishi (Designed by)
Publisher: Kodansha Comics
160 pages, $13.99
ISBN 9798888775844
In a sleepy countryside church, Chloe plays the part of a prim and naïve novice, studying to become a cleric. But when night falls, she sneaks out in disguise to win big money at cards! Despite her best efforts, word gets around, and one day a handsome young holy knight named Erald—known as a rising star in the capital—arrives to enlist her help. A murder two years ago threatens the stability of the kingdom, and Erald thinks this card shark in sister’s clothes can solve it using her charism—the rare blessing that allows someone to use magic. Little does Heraldo know, there’s nothing supernatural about Chloe’s winning streak. She’s just got a quick wit, and sharp eyes! Will that be enough to survive the den of devils that is the great church?

The Broken Ring, Volume 1
CHACHA KIM, Cheong-gwa (Illustrated by), CHOKAM (Adapted by)
Publisher: Inklore
288 pages, $20.00
ISBN 9780593972632
Inés Valeztena, daughter of a powerful noble family, and Cárcel Escalante, cousin to the crown prince, have been engaged since they were six years old. Their long-delayed marriage has been the talk of high society for years, and although her fiancé is the empire’s most notorious playboy, Inés seems inexplicably content to keep the arrangement. In fact, she encourages him to do whatever he pleases even after their wedding, as long as they maintain order among the nobles.
What the gossips—and Cárcel—don’t know is that Inés has plans for her marriage of obligation, and they have nothing to do with love. But when Cárcel suddenly declares he is ready to reform his rakish ways, marry immediately, and prove to Inés that he is worthy of her true affection, she must keep her wits about her or risk losing everything she’s spent lifetimes of heartache and desperation to obtain.

Innocent Rouge Omnibus Volume 1
Shin'ichi Sakamoto
Publisher: Dark Horse
608 pages, $29.99
ISBN 9781506748672
Charles-Henri Sanson reigns as the head of a family of executioners. His dreams of a world without execution have faded as the legacy of House Sanson takes precedence. His younger sister Marie-Joseph, stationed at the office of Versailles, lives free—unshackled by the precepts of society, jeopardizes the sanctity of that legacy. Following the death of her first love, Alain, she sets herself on a crimson-soaked path of vengeance and will stop at nothing to expose the murderer and overthrow the unjust system that cost him his life.
This omnibus edition collects volumes 1–3 of the original Japanese manga series! Available in English for the first time!

My New Devil Wife Volume 1
Tonarikeru, Shiryu
Publisher: One Peace Books
168 pages, $13.95
ISBN 9781642735062
Mercenary adventurer Theo Aspel is tragically weak, leaving him no choice but to repeatedly joins various parties?only to get kicked out. In order to get stronger, he succeeds at summoning a demon that will grant him a wish. But the minute he sees her, his wish to get stronger flies straight out the window. This devil, who hadn’ t been summoned in many years declares: "I will grant your wish, but you must give me something precious to you." Theo stutters out a reply: “ W?will you marry me?” The devil is stunned to say the least, but grants his wish, making them husband and wife. They embark on a happy married life together, causing quite a stir around them along the way. This is a story of a boy and a girl that's a just a tiny smidge dirty.

Nana 25th Anniversary Edition, Vol. 1
Ai Yazawa
Publisher: VIZ Media
384 pages, $24.99
ISBN 9781974758289
After a string of epic romantic failures, Nana Komatsu is ready to take control of her life and get a clean start in the big city. After prioritizing her musical ambitions over love, Nana Osaki is ready to stomp her way to the top of Tokyo’s punk scene. With determination in their hearts and dreams in their eyes, these two women are ready to take the world by storm! But first, they need a place to live. Roommates, anyone?
Anxious to get into a Tokyo groove, both women are on the prowl for a funky and cheap place to live. But inexpensive apartments in Japan’s capital city are hard to find. Thank goodness each Nana has a clique of cool friends willing to help out. Too bad these friends are a little eccentric!

Ripples in the River Vol. 1
Zeniko Sumiya
Publisher: Seven Seas
160 pages, $15.99
ISBN 9798893739831
A sweet Boys’ Love manga about falling in love over and over again, even after a decade of being together! From the creator of 5 Seconds Before a Witch Falls in Love—also available from Seven Seas.
Tamba and Utagawa have been together for over ten years, but Uta still can’t believe he’s landed such a stud, and Tamba still gets blindsided when his young-at-heart boyfriend switches into adult mode. It’s a nonstop whirlpool of love that sends both their hearts skipping!

SMELL
Nagabe
Publisher: Seven Seas
186 pages, $14.99
ISBN 9798895612163
It started with a sniff—and turned into something neither of them saw coming.
At a school for beastmen, two students have an awkward encounter that sparks an unexpected connection. Joseph, a cheerful border collie, catches the quiet, skittish bloodhound Noy secretly sniffing his shirt between classes. But instead of being weirded out, Joseph responds with warmth and kindness, slowly earning Noy’s trust. As it turns out, Noy is completely captivated by Joseph’s scent.
Their strange little moment lingers, and something begins to shift between them. Is it just curiosity? A fleeting crush? Or could this be the start of something more?

7FATES: CHAKHO (novel)
HYBE (Created by), BTS (With)
Publisher: Ize Press
908 pages, $35.00
ISBN 9781975379094
STAY ALIVE One day, Zeha wakes up in a hospital with no memory of how he got there. Retracing his steps, he stumbles upon a terrible truth—the city is under attack by otherworldly monsters called the Beom, and at the center of it all is Zeha himself! But thankfully, he does not stand alone. He soon crosses paths with other young men he feels a mysterious connection to. The seven hunters, seemingly brought together by fate, vow to fight to their last breaths, but as the battle grows more and more desperate, they begin to realize the Beom invasion was just the tip of the iceberg… The global K-pop phenomenon BTS gets reimagined as seven brave hunters, but their message of hope remains the same! Read the full story of Team Chakho’s monster-hunting adventure combined into one breathtaking hardcover novel, featuring exclusive photos of the members as their charismatic alter egos!

Boyfriend, Sometimes Girlfriend, Volume 1
Musawo
Publisher: Tokyopop
198 pages, $13.99
ISBN 9781427882776
Hodaka Akizuki, a seventeen-year-old high school student, has finally found a girlfriend. And Chihaya Shishizaki is truly the most beautiful girl at school, too. Just the thought of spending time with her practically has him pinching his cheeks. After all, she actually likes him back! The closer they get, the more his heart flutters. There’s just one slight little problem: Chihaya has a secret—and it isn’t just the secret to stealing his heart.
With just one kiss, Hodaka is no longer Chihaya’s boyfriend, but her brand new… girlfriend?!

The Love We Share
Hina Ten
Publisher: Tokyopop
200 pages, $13.99
ISBN 9781427882752
In the aftermath of a tragedy, Takumi Machi is left to raise two-year-old Kokoa by himself. While struggling to make ends meet and staggering through the unfamiliar landscape of parenting, Machi collapses in the street... Only to be rescued by an old schoolmate, Ikuto Mihiro.
The good-natured Mihiro offers to house Machi and Kokoa until they get back on their feet, but Machi is skeptical of his motives. What sort of person would go to such lengths without expecting something in return...?
In spite of his doubts, with Mihiro by his side, Machi works to build a life for himself and Kokoa, untangling past trauma and learning what it really means to be family...

My Fluffy Moody Crush
Nayuta Nago
Publisher: Tokyopop
216 pages, $14.99
ISBN 9781427882974
In a world where humans and demihumans live together side by side...
Kou is a half-werewolf, half-vampire who works at his mom's café. Because of a traumatic incident in childhood, Kou avoids making personal connections with humans for fear his vampiric nature might put them at risk... Until one day, his childhood friend, Itsuki, reappears in his life and — in spite of Kou's protests — becomes his coworker at the café!
Itsuki is determined to rekindle their friendship, but Kou must keep his distance to avoid putting Itsuki in danger... again. So when Itsuki insists that Kou use him to "practice" drinking blood, Kou reluctantly agrees, only to realize his growing feelings for Itsuki— and Itsuki's newfound feelings for Kou— may result in an altogether different kind of craving...

Star and Hedgehog
Nayuta Nago
Publisher: Tokyopop
208 pages, $13.99
ISBN 9781427882684
Outgoing college student Ikumi heads home for the summer, where he meets Harukiyo, a shy gardener with a soft spot for house plants.
Despite seeming totally resistant to Ikumi's charms, Harukiyo eventually admits his attraction to Ikumi, and Ikumi is surprised to discover he feels the same way about Harukyo! At summer's end, the pair embark on their first long-distance relationship...
Once reunited, Ikumi and Harukiyo stumble together through the early stages of their newfound romance, tripping over the stark differences in their personalities. Can a blossoming love between a shining star and a prickly hedgehog go the distance?
October 28, 2025

Nezumi's First Love 1
Riku Oseto
Publisher: Vertical Comics
202 pages, $13.95
ISBN 9781647294717
Nezumi was raised by the mob to be an emotionless killing machine, but a chance encounter in an arcade leads to a romance at total odds with everything she's known. Equal parts ultraviolence and kawaii, Nezumi's First Love turns both the hitman and love comedy genres on their heads!

Light of My Life
Takiba, Fuuko Minami (From an idea by)
Publisher: Kodansha Comics
240 pages, $14.99
ISBN 9798888775035
Back in high school, best friends Aki and Minagi were inseparable. Aki dreamed of becoming a professional football player, while everyone called Minagi a genius and urged him to chase his dream of working in medicine. Years later, Aki has taken over his grandfather’s hair salon, and Minagi has set his interest in medicine aside to work in a host club. Despite the growing tension between them following their high school fallout, Minagi shows up at Aki’s apartment one day asking for a place to stay. Can the two men confront their past in order to repair their future?
A fixture on the Japanese BL scene for the last decade, Takiba finally makes their English-language debut with Light of My Life. Takiba's artwork brings a refreshing new aesthetic to the BL genre that will catch the eyes of readers looking for bittersweet love stories featuring adult characters.

Director Akasaka's Princely Training Course
Wacoco Waco
Publisher: KUMA
276 pages, $16.95
ISBN 9781634425056
Mr. Akasaka is a successful salaryman. He's got money, looks and style. But for some reason he cannot find a good man for himself. So after consulting his favorite bartender, he was given some great advice... "If you can't find a good partner, then just make one for yourself." Now Akasaka is determined to find himself a young partner who he can turn into the perfect prince! Maybe he may find one amongst his new work recruits...

Hope You're Happy, Lemon Vol. 1
Mizuki Kishikawa
Publisher: Seven Seas
186 pages, $13.99
ISBN 9798895613153
Sunao Akiyoshi thought he’d left heartbreak behind after swearing off love in junior high. His first love, Lemon Nishikawa, shattered his trust by admitting to cheating on him with multiple guys. Now in university, Sunao is finally ready to try again, thanks to his crush on the sweet and down-to-earth Natsumi Kogahara from his film club. But just as he’s about to take a chance on love, fate throws him a curveball: he runs into Lemon again, and one fateful night under a shooting star, he wakes up in her body!
Now stuck in the ultimate awkward situation, Sunao has to navigate Lemon’s life—and his growing feelings for Natsumi—while figuring out how to switch back. To make matters worse, Lemon and Natsumi are roommates, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and shocking revelations. In this gender-bending, body-swap romcom, Sunao must face his past, survive his present, and somehow come out of it all with his heart intact.

My Twisted Eating Disorder
Nagata Kabi
Publisher: Seven Seas
150 pages, $15.99
ISBN 9798895617731
In her latest diary comic, Harvey award-winning artist Nagata Kabi explores her complex, often destructive relationship with food and alcohol. From the extremes of bulimia and binge shopping to fasting and obsessive food preparation, Kabi lays bare her struggles with brutal honesty and profound vulnerability. This deeply personal journey offers a poignant, unvarnished look at the emotional turmoil surrounding disordered eating, and will resonate with anyone who has battled food, self-image, or life's darker moments.

Monster-Colored Island, Vol. 1
Mitsuru Hattori
Publisher: Yen Press
166 pages, $13.00
ISBN 9798855414080
Middle school student Kon Chigawa has never left the small island where she was born, nor does she expect to. Loneliness is her constant companion, and love is a completely foreign concept to her. That is, until she encounters city girl Furuka on a cliff—and ends up resuscitating her after they fall into the ocean! When they regain consciousness, the two find themselves in front of a cave said to be the home of a fearsome monster. Little do they know that their chance meeting will set a series of strange occurrences in motion on this mysterious island…

Yankee & Carameliser (manga)
Chiuko Umeshibu
Publisher: Yen Press
160 pages, $13.00
ISBN 9798855410679
Take one influencer and one bad boy extraordinaire, whisk in a sprinkling of sweets, add a scoop of social media, and you get…? Maki and Akito’s love story, hot out of the oven! After all, even though Maki has a bit of a bad rap, the guy must be just as gooey on the inside as the glorious goodies he posts on social media. So when Akito gets a taste of how dangerously delicious his desserts are, he can’t help wanting a taste of the man himself…

I'll Never Fall in Love With Amano!, Volume 1
Haruna Harumaki
Publisher: Tokyopop
184 pages, $13.99
ISBN 9781427883544
Takahide and Amano are the top students at their school—much to Takahide’s frustration. No matter how hard she works, she just can’t seem to outshine the effortlessly brilliant (and maddeningly aloof) Amano. But when a small confrontation leads Amano to mistakenly believe Takahide has a crush on him, things take an unexpected turn. His curiosity turns to affection, and suddenly, Takahide sees a new angle: if she plays along, maybe she can finally come out on top. But even the best-laid plans can’t account for matters of the heart…

Monster and Ghost, Volume 1
Himemiko
Publisher: Tokyopop
196 pages, $14.99
ISBN 9781427882790
Tsubaki Koton is a monster — a violent delinquent with a chilling past and a terrifying image to match. No other student dares to approach him, not even now he’s transferred to a new high school. His anti-heroic acts of selflessness end only in bloodshed and rumors that spiral out of control. But one night, he’s followed home by a stranger who sets out to change his life for good. This boy, stubborn and hauntingly beautiful, is the pure-hearted Kabuto Yuuki, with his stunning jewel-like eyes that see past Tsubaki’s fearsome charade. But although someone finally sees Tsubaki for who he truly is, Kabuto cannot be seen at all. After all, Kabuto is a ghost.

Yotsuya Ghost Knight
Choco Shiroi
Publisher: Tokyopop
224 pages, $14.99
ISBN 9781427882912
Loner exorcist Okuru Yotsuya has plenty of practice in that department. And while "tears" are essential to his profession, Okuru can only produce so many on his own...
When faced with an especially powerful spirit, Okuru is rescued by Naito Fukase, a pornstar known as "The Squirting Squire." Having witnessed this handsome stranger's splashy supernatural abilities up close, Okuru recruits Naito to teach him the secret to squirting...
And if Naito has anything to say about it, the exorcism business is about to get a whole lot messier...
Will you be reading any of them?