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The second and final arc of CLAMP’s masterwork Magic Knight Rayearth 2, Volume 3 is here!

Hikaru, Umi, and Fuu face new challengers and question the pillar system. Can the Magic Knights end the cycle of tragedy in this thrilling finale?

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November 29, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The coming-of-age buddy comedy manga Spacewalking With You continues in Volume 2!

Kobayashi discovers stargazing in the Astronomy Club—but only if he can pass his finals. With Uno’s support, can he dodge summer school, and can Uno learn to have fun without burning out?

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November 28, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Beyond BL 💙✨
Discover BL stories that break the mold with fresh twists and unexpected turns, including:

- The Yearning Fox Lies in Wait
- Kei X Yaku: Bound By Law
- The Dashing Zaddy and His Icy Protégé
- No. 6

Which unconventional BL is your favorite? 👇
November 28, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The highly anticipated yuri title, A Curtain Call for You, is now available!

Shy Sakura’s stories are discovered by outgoing Tsubame, sparking a new adventure: starting their own drama club and stepping into the spotlight.

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November 28, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The follow-up to the gorgeous art book Studio Ghibli: The Complete Works, Second Edition is here!

A full-color look at all 26 Studio Ghibli films—complete with exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes insights.

This book is a must-have for any Ghibli fan.

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November 27, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The highly anticipated omegaverse manga Omega Megaera is here!

Shunned for failing to produce an heir, omega Saimon finds the patriarch’s hidden son—Mamiya, an omega in disguise—and schemes to present him as an alpha to regain his status

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November 27, 2025 at 7:01 PM
The war has come to a close in WIND BREAKER, Volume 21

After Umemiya’s fight ends, Bofurin returns to peace and hosts a school party for their allies. Sako confesses to Hiragi, Sakura’s classmates regain resolve—and something’s off about Sugishita

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November 27, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Anime Herald chats with translator Yuki Tejima about bringing Totto-chan: The Sequel to English readers and the art of balancing voice, culture, and history.

📖 Full interview: https://ow.ly/nfwf50Xx3s6
Translator Yuki Tejima Talks With Anime Herald
"The brilliant bookstores, big and small, were how I familiarized myself with Tokyo when I first moved to the city, as they took me to neighborhoods I would never know about otherwise."
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November 27, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The high-stakes black comedy Killing Line, Volume 4, is here!

With Niai’s betrayal, En flees—and Mako follows. But after a close call with the cops, she wonders if she belongs in his world. As her feelings waver, Niai sends a professional to hunt them down.

https://ow.ly/k1rk50XxGNe
November 26, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Holiday Gift Guide: Pre-Orders 🎁✨
Snag the season’s hottest manga before they drop, including:

- Blue Lock Omnibus 1 (Vol. 1-3)
- MARS 30th Anniversary Edition 1
- Witch Hat Atelier: Grimoire Edition 1
& more

More pre-order picks 👇
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November 26, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Holiday Gift Guide: Not Just Manga 🎁✨
Give the gift of amazing stories beyond manga! Perfect for all readers, with titles like:

- Totto-chan, the Little Girl at the Window: The Sequel
- Musashi
- Ring (B&N Exclusive Edition)
& more

Discover more non-manga holiday picks 👇

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November 26, 2025 at 7:01 PM
📚 Kodansha Print Club Update! 🎉
Celebrating 1 year with a big addition:

💘 Girlfriend Girlfriend Omnibus Vol. 1 — coming Dec 9!

Plus: Love, That’s an Understatement Vol. 3, Teppu Vol. 3, and the Blade Girl finale drop this December

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#KodanshaPrintClub #MangaNews #Kodansha
November 26, 2025 at 6:02 PM
⏳💛 Last chance to snag almost all of Don’t Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro for just $18!
Don’t miss out on The (Nearly) Complete Nagatoro Collection over on Humble Bundle!

Get 19 volumes of this rom-com fun in one incredible bundle.

🚨 Offer ends November 27th! 🚨

👉 https://ow.ly/6REP50XxGt8
November 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Asian Review of Books takes a closer look at Totto-chan, the Little Girl at the Window – The Sequel, exploring how this new installment adds fresh insights while keeping the warmth and charm of the original.

📖 Read the full review: https://ow.ly/gRSO50Xx253
“Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window: The Sequel” by Tetsuko Kuroyanagi
In 1981, Japanese actress and television personality Tetsuko Kuroyanagi published a best-selling memoir, Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window, an engaging story set during her unusual primary …
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November 26, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Now is your chance to get Volumes 1-3 of Yuzu the Pet Vet by Mingo Ito for FREE by signing up for a free account on the Kodansha Reader Portal.

Visit our Kodansha Reader benefits page: https://ow.ly/sxUc50Xw6Me

📚Read it here: https://ow.ly/4TLH50Xw6Mh
November 25, 2025 at 11:00 PM
🎊#NewMangaDay is here with new Print & Digital Releases!🎊

🌹Read this week’s new debuts, including series like #ACurtainCallforYou 1, #OmegaMegaera 1, #AKIRA Hardcover Collection 4, #GAEATIMAtheGigantis 4, #HonekoAkabanesBodyguards 6, #KillingLine 4 and more!

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November 25, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Holiday Gift Guide: Yuri Manga 🎁🌸
Share the magic of girl–girl romance with heartfelt yuri favorites, including:

- The Moon on a Rainy Night
- Whisper Me a Love Song
- Run Away With Me, Girl
& more

Discover more yuri picks and holiday recs 👇

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November 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Holiday Gift Guide: BL Manga 🎁💙
Wrap up heartfelt romance this season with Boys’ Love stories perfect for gifting, including:

-Shoot Juliet Down
-Omega Megaera
-My Instructor Won't Yield
& more

Find more BL favorites and holiday recommendations 👇

https://ow.ly/tieb50Xw6KV
November 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Not sure what to pick during the Kindle Black Friday Sale? 📚

Screenshot this post and tell us—what series are you planning to read next?

👉 Browse the sale here: https://ow.ly/vs5350XxwyQ
November 25, 2025 at 4:03 PM
🎉 Happy Birthday to Shino Kiryuu from Girlfriend, Girlfriend! 💙📚
Smart, loyal, and hopelessly devoted, you always put your heart on the line—even when things get complicated. Here’s to your honesty, strength, and quiet charm! ✨💞

#ShinoKiryuu #GirlfriendGirlfriend #HappyBirthday
November 25, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Geek Vibes Nation chats with Kodansha USA President & CEO Alvin Lu about the publisher’s evolving global strategy — expanding beyond print, embracing new platforms, and shaping the future of manga.

📖 Read the full interview: https://ow.ly/bJ5L50XwYeu
GVN Talking Comics Interview: President And CEO of Kodansha USA Publishing Alvin Lu
GVN Talking Comics sits down with Alvin Lu, President and CEO of Kodansha USA Publishing, to discuss the future of manga, industry trends, and Kodansha’s evolving vision.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Last chance to read up on Volumes 1-3 of Don't Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro By Nanashi for FREE by creating an account on the Kodansha Reader Portal.

Visit our Kodansha Reader benefits page: https://ow.ly/G2ts50Xs244

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November 24, 2025 at 11:00 PM
🚨Cover Reveal 🚨

Witch Hat Atelier: Grimoire Edition
By Kamome Shirahama

A premium hardcover collecting Witch Hat Atelier Vols. 1–3, featuring gold-foil covers, extra-large pages, and exclusive bonus content.

Available May 5th, 2026

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November 24, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Holiday Gift Guide: Horror Manga 🎁👻
Scare up the season with chilling reads perfect for horror fans, including:

- Be Very Afraid of Kanako Inuki!
- Blood on the Tracks
- PTSD Radio
& more

Discover more terrifying picks below 👇
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November 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Holiday Gift Guide: Art Books 🎁🎨
Give the gift of beautiful art books perfect for any manga or anime fan, including:

-CLAMP: Shiro
-The Art of Witch Hat Atelier
-Magnolia: Artbook
& more

Discover more art books and holiday picks 👇
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November 24, 2025 at 7:01 PM