Best of
Anime

2008

Kamisama Kiss, Vol. 1


Julietta Suzuki - 2008
    So when a man she's just saved from a dog offers her his home, she jumps at the opportunity. But it turns out that his place is a shrine, and Nanami has unwillingly taken over his job as a local deity!Nanami has all kinds of new responsabilities she doesn't understand, dangers she's unaware of, and a cranky ex-familiar who's... actually pretty hot. What's a new-fledged godling to do?Reads R to L (Japanese Style).For T audiences.

Love is in the Bag, Vol. 1


Ace Vitangcol - 2008
    Unable to do anything but literally stay silent whenever he's around, it's up to Kate's more agressive best friend, Kara Francesco, to step in and get these two lovebirds together--by any means necessary.Chock-full of silly gags, awkward situations, and tingly romance, Love is in the Bag is an atypical love comedy that's sure to brighten your day...and prove that in love, with the right set of friends, it's all in the bag.

Dramacon Ultimate Edition Manga


Svetlana Chmakova - 2008
    Celebrate the world of Dramacon with this ultimate collector's edition! The hardcover complete collection features previously unpublished chibi comics, a new cover, creator interview, early story concepts, and more!

Gentlemen's Alliance † - Arina Tanemura Illustrations


Arina Tanemura - 2008
    A collection of Arina Tanemura's breathtaking color artwork from The Gentlemen's Alliance +!  Included is a premium 2-sided poster and author commentary!

Naruto: Chapterbook, Volume 1: The Boy Ninja (Naruto


Masashi Kishimoto - 2008
    He's got a wild sense of humor, but Naruto is completely serious about his mission to be the world's greatest ninja!The Boy NinjaNaruto's training to be a ninja, but he's having trouble keeping his jokester ways under control. He's causing all kinds of trouble at the Ninja Academy. His teachers think he's annoying. He thinks he's going to be the best ninja that ever lived. But first he'll have to prove to everyone that he's more than just the class clown!

Girl Friends: The Complete Collection 2


Milk Morinaga - 2008
    Not only has she inducted Mariko into a circle of new friends and helped her overcome her shyness and sense of isolation, but both girls have awakened feelings they never knew they had.In the course of their evolving relationship, Akko and Mariko have struggled against every emotional hurdle one would expect from a burgeoning romance between high school girls. One big question remains: are they ready to face the world as a couple?

Hetalia: Axis Powers, Vol. 1


Hidekaz Himaruya - 2008
    During World War 1, gruff Germany finds Italy hiding in a wooden box of tomatoes. World War I quickly comes to an end, but World War II is right on its heels! This time, Italy tries his best to become friends with Germany.

The Alchemy of Animation: Making an Animated Film in the Modern Age


Don Hahn - 2008
    By drawing (sorry!) upon more than seven decades of Disney's classic and beloved animated films, this stunning book explores the role of the directors, story artists, songwriters, and animators who each play an integral role in the creation of an animated feature. This book includes a special focus on the digital techniques of filmmaking and fresh, behind-the-scenes work from the most current Disney films, including Chicken Little, Meet the Robinsons, and Bolt, as well as showing other forms of animation such as the stop-motion of Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas and James and the Giant Peach.

~ The sky of the longing for memories ~ The Art of Makoto Shinkai


Makoto Shinkai - 2008
    This book also features a section on how the art was created and comments as to why they did what the director did. This 176 pages book is no disappoint for any Makoto Shinkai fan.176 pages. Japanese text. Softcover with Dust Jacket. Landscape Format. Printed in Japan.

The Complete Pokémon Pocket Guide: Vol. 1


Jungle Factor - 2008
    Each guidebook contains information on more than 200 Pokémon, including their vital stats, unique properties and evolution stages. The format is perfect for carrying in a backpack or pocket.

Anime Studio


Kelly Murdock - 2008
    "Anime Studio?: The Official Guide" shows first-time animators, hobbyists, and digital enthusiasts how to create, render, and animate characters and even entire scenes that can be exported to various video, TV, and web formats for viewing and sharing. Using clear examples and step-by-step tutorials to help you conquer each feature and new skill, the book includes instruction on managing and configuring the workspace, working with layers, using drawing tools, editing curves, working with bones, and adding sound. You'll even learn how to render a final scene and export it, import and integrate 3D models and textures, video, and Photoshop files, and add special effects. "Anime Studio: The Official Guide" will help you master all of the essential features of the software as well as give you creative inspiration for your own projects when you are ready to go beyond the basics with this innovative animation program.

Disgaea Compilation Strategy Guide


Double Jump - 2008
    This is a compilation guide for Disgaea that covers three different games: PS2 (Hour of Darkness), PSP (Afternoon of Darkness) and DS (Disgaea DS)

Lifelike Heads (Drawing Made Easy)


Lance Richlin - 2008
    Experienced artist Lance Richlin begins by explaining drawing tools and materials, shading techniques, and the important anatomical structures of the head. Following these basics, he shows how to light the subject, block in and render each feature of the face, and address a variety of expressions-from subtle smiles to toothy grins. Then he guides the reader through four impressive projects, showing how to develop a lifelike head drawing in seven simple stages: the lay-in, plumb lines, volume, outline, tonal pattern, value, and finishing. Readers also will find an in-depth troubleshooting section to help them identify and solve any problems that lessen the realism and accuracy of their drawings. In an age full of technological shortcuts, this book emphasizes drawing from life and seeks to preserve the methods of the old masters.

The World of Disgaea: Volume 2


Takehito Harada - 2008
    Including 200 pages of full-color illustration, concept sketches, interviews with game developers, and strategies for play, this is the ultimate Disgaea compendium for enthusiasts of all levels.

RDG レッドデータガール はじめてのお使い


Noriko Ogiwara - 2008
    One day she cuts her hair and a chain of events starts that draws her closer t her destiny. She is tiny and shy but strong and sincere peson. She can't operate electronic devices as she breaks them if she uses them!! Her father and her Guardian Yukimasa Sagara recommends that she enroll at Hojo High School in Tokyo, where she can be accompanied by Yukimasa's son Miyuki Sagara, who also happens to be Izumiko's childhood friend. Although Mizuki disagrees but is forced by Yukimasa to stay by Izumiko's side.During a school trip to Tokyo it becomes clear that Izumiko has spiritual powers like her mother and she is a very important person as she is "vessel" to a Kami spirit. Miyuki finds out that he is a yamabushi, a warrior monk and it's his task to protect Izumiko.

Life Drawing: How to Portray the Figure with Accuracy and Expression


Robert Barrett - 2008
    Robert Barrett, master fine artist, instructor and university professor, re-creates his studio class on the pages of this book. Inside, you'll find a complete introduction to life drawing. You'll learn not only how to accurately portray the figure, but also how to bring life and personality to your drawing subjects.Detailed lessons, including step-by-step demonstrations, cover the fundamentals of drawing and design. You'll learn:how to capture your subject's characterthe basics of figure anatomy, proportion and designhow to use light and shadow to create formhow to draw drapery and backgroundsBarrett shows you how to achieve superb figure drawings - clothed and unclothed, male and female - filled with beauty and depth of expression. Find out what artists have always known - magnificent art comes from the life all around you!

Enchanter, Volume 8


Izumi Kawachi - 2008
    The adventures of Haruhiko, Yuka, and Eukanaria continue in the next installment of this hit series! Will the truth behind Yuka and Fulcanelli's relationship finally be revealed? Will Haruhiko finally give up the fight and give his body over to Fulcanelli's soul?

Drawing Cartoons: Cool Spies, Evil Guys And Action Heroes


Christopher Hart - 2008
    Learn to draw the funny characters you see in comics, on TV, in movies and in video games: spies, secret agents, saboteurs, sci-fi heroes, hilarious muscle guys and those evil, rotten and just plain bad guys you love to hate! Chris Hart shows you how to use body language, costumes, action lines and the secrets of cartoon composition to create memorable characters and exciting scenes.

Disgaea 3: Absence of Justice Official Strategy Guide


Tim Lindquest - 2008
    Trying to be a hero? Get some home schooling! Score the official strategy guide and learn how to: *Ace the Demon Academy *Dominate Every Battle *Witness All Endings *Learn the Most Delicious Secrets *Stomp Everyone Detailed info for everything else including: *The Dark World *The Hospital *Weapons, Armor and Items *Skills *The Home Room *The Student Council *Clubs & Seating Arrangement *Teachers *The Item World *Specialists *Rarity *The Class World *Team Attacks *Combo Attacks *Linking Skills *Geo Effects *Lifting & Throwing *Magichange *The Bonus Gauge *Side Quests *The Land of Carnage *EXP, HL and MANA *Reincarnation *How to Max Stats and Damage *Exploit the Duplicate Item Trick! *Complete lists of all Data and much more, plus exclusive bits and awesome interviews!

Enchanter, Volume 10


Izumi Kawachi - 2008
    Will the truth behind Yuka and Fulcanelli's relationship finally be revealed? Will Haruhiko finally give up the fight and give his body over to Fulcanelli's soul?

Learning Processing: A Beginner's Guide to Programming Images, Animation, and Interaction


Daniel Shiffman - 2008
    Based on the ubiquitous Java, it provides an alternative to daunting languages and expensive proprietary software.This book gives graphic designers, artists and illustrators of all stripes a jump start to working with processing by providing detailed information on the basic principles of programming with the language, followed by careful, step-by-step explanations of select advanced techniques.The author teaches computer graphics at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, and his book has been developed with a supportive learning experience at its core. From algorithms and data mining to rendering and debugging, it teaches object-oriented programming from the ground up within the fascinating context of interactive visual media.Previously announced as Pixels, Patterns, and Processing

Grenadier Volume 6 (Grenadier)


Kaise Sousuke - 2008
    When Yajiro's blade and an embarrassing picture of Rushuna are stolen, the two set off after the culprit--who turns out to be none other than Rushuna's old master! And after they're surrounded by thermal-targeting death machines commanded by the Iron-Masked Baron himself, Rushuna's "double" also shows up--itching for revenge!