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Yuzu the Pet Vet
by Mingo Ito
For an 11-year-old, Yuzu has a lot on her plate. When her mom gets sick and has to be hospitalized, Yuzu goes to live with her uncle who runs the local animal hospital. Yuzu's always been scared of animals, but she tries to help out. The resident Chihuahua is tiny and adorable, but acts up whenever Yuzu comes near. The fluffy cats that see her a hiss. Yuzu just wants some peace and quiet, but what can she do?! Then an encounter with a boy and his dog turns fear into a desire to learn. Seven volume series.
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Bounce Back
by 1977- Misako Rokkusu
Lilico's life in Japan is going well. She has great friends and is the captain of the school's basketball team. She's happy! Then comes her parents' news: they're moving to America! Before she knows it, Lilico finds herself forced to start all over. And that won't be easy with her closest friends thousands of miles away or a school bully who immediately dislikes her. Luckily, anime-loving Nala and Henry eventually befriend Lilico and with help from them--along with her guardian spirit who looks a lot like her cat, Nico--Lilico just might figure out where she fits in. Ongoing series.
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Yotsuba!
by Kiyohiko Azuma
Meet Yotsuba Koiwai, the strangest little girl around. With a mind so straight it's twisted, Yotsuba takes everything in life at face value and sees everything with the eyes of impenetrable innocence. With her laid-back father, Yotsuba moves into a new house and makes new friends - friends whose minds boggle at the wacky and somewhat wise way that Yotsuba lives her daily life! Ongoing series.
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The Fox & Little Tanuki
by Mi Tagawa
Long ago, the gods granted a few animals great powers... but not all those animals used their magical abilities for good! Senzou the Fox Spirit in particular grew too brash and arrogant, abusing his strength until he was imprisoned for his bad behavior. After 300 years he's finally been released, but only on one condition — no more powers until he successfully helps a tanuki cub named Manpachi become an assistant to the gods. And so... Senzou the once-great Fox Spirit must now figure out how to be an actually-great babysitter to a mischievous little tanuki or risk being stuck without his powers forever! Ongoing series.
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Wonder Cat Kyuu-chan
by Sasami Nitori
An adorable, full-color manga series about a young man who rescues a very special cat. There's more to this kitty than meets the eye! Kyuu-chan loves snacks, cuddles, and bow ties, but most of all loves Hinata, the young professional who adopted this mischievous wonder cat into his home. As the two adjust to life together, they discover that they have a lot to learn from each other. Ongoing series.
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Kirby Manga Mania
by 1967- Hikawa, Hirokazu
Join Kirby and his Dream Land friends as they go on zany adventures in manga form! Jump into Dream Land with Kirby and gobble up some fun! Everyone’s favorite pink puff teams up with his friends to keep arch-frenemy King Dedede in line. Fans of all ages can enjoy this collection of classic Kirby comics—just take a deep breath and hop on in! Ongoing series.
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Stitch & the Samurai
by Hiroto Wada
While fleeing the Galactic Federation, Stitch's spaceship malfunctions and he makes an emergency landing... not in Hawaii, but in sengoku-era Japan! Discovered by the brutal warlord Lord Yamato and his clan, Stitch's incomparable cuteness is no match for the battle-weary samurai, who decides to bring the "blue tanuki" home with him. Will Stitch's love of chaos turn into a formidable advantage for the samurai's influence? Or will his cute and fluffy form disarm the noble lord's stern façade? Three volume series.
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Pokémon Adventures XY
by Hidenori Kusaka
X was a Pokémon Trainer child prodigy. He hated being in the spotlight, so he took to hiding in his room and avoiding everyone--including his best friend Y. But now a surprise attack has brought X out of hiding! Now it's up to X to use the skills thatmade him champion to defeat the threat looming over Vaniville Town. Can the reclusive X and the determined Y help their friends ward off two Legendary Pokémon and the mysterious Team Flare?!
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Super Mario Manga Mania
by Yukio Sawada
Join Mario and pals in crazy adventures inspired by the hit video games! This collection of short stories showcases the fan-favorite characters of the Super Mario Bros. world in new, unconventional and hilarious ways. Handpicked from years of Mario comics in Japan! One volume series.
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Star Wars: The Legends of Luke Skywalker - The Manga
by 1967- Fukaya, Akira
Who is Luke Skywalker? Across the galaxies many have heard his name, but few have met the legendary Jedi. There are those who call him a merciless war criminal, others say he’s not even a human, but a droid! Whether he is myth or man, those who claim they’ve encountered the elusive Luke Skywalker all have an unforgettable adventure to share. One volume series.
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Cruella: Black, White, and Red
by Hachi Ishie
You don't become a legend by being nice. She wasn't born Cruella. Gifted with talent, innovation, and ambition, Estella dreamed of becoming a fashion designer, but the world seemed intent on making sure her dreams would never come true. The life of an amateur thief is hardly a glamourous one, but in 1970s London, at the crossroads of fashion, Estella has a vision for herself and her designs, if only she can afford it! Witness Estella's life on the streets with her best friends and partners in (petty) crime, Horace and Jasper, before the infamous diva Cruella emerges to make sure no one gets in her way! One volume series.
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Transformers the Manga
by Ban Magami
The Autobots and Decepticons have been locked in a brutal civil war for eons, and now their battle has come to Earth! The Autobots seek peace and coexistence, while the Decepticons seek power and control. Earth and its populace are caught between the two as these mighty factions go head-to-head. Transformers took the world by storm shortly after their debut, and these previously uncollected stories were a vital part of that takeover! In this collector's volume, the Autobots and their young friend Kenji must stand tall against the Decepticons in an interplanetary conflict!
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Donald Duck Visits Japan!
by Meru Okano
After wrecking the company president's fancy new sports car, Donald Duck, Jose Carioca, and Panchito are reassigned to the Asia Relations Department, and the phone hasn't rung once in the past two months. Just as they're starting to wonder why they weren't fired for their blunder in the first place, the president suddenly orders them to travel to Japan! The Three Cabelleros must learn all they can about omotenashi, the art of catering to and providing hospitality to others. What they thought would be a relaxing work abroad experience quickly turns into a rigorous training routine meant to instill a rigid, hardworking Japanese work ethic into these three numskulls. Join Donald Duck and his friends as they learn more about Japanese customs, engage with new people, and get into a little too much trouble.
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Penguin & House
by Akiho Ieda
Pen the Penguin lives with his most favorite keeper in the world: Hayakawa the Human. But Pen's no ordinary penguin... He's a neat penguin! A proper penguin! A doting penguin! Pen loves to daydream of Hayakawa's smile as he flips pancakes and folds the laundry with his teeny-tiny flippers. If only his beloved Hayakawa would notice! It's too bad Pen's human keeper is a hopelessly lazy university student, but with a little nap and some helpful friends, Pen is ready to tackle the day!
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