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Chrno Crusade, Vol. 1
Daisuke Moriyama - 2003
On the surface, it's a positive, peaceful time after the violence of the Great War. But lurking in the shadows is a dark element ready to snatch that peace away. Sister Rosette Christopher, an exorcist working as a part of the Magdala Order, has a duty to fight the demons which appear and cause destruction. But along with her companion Chrono, she usually ends up causing more destruction than the demons themselves! On one particular mission, they meet a young girl with a beautiful voice named Azmaria, who is being targeted by her own stepfather. As Rosette and Chrno work to save her, more is revealed about the relationship between them. There is more to these two than meets the eye.
The Dragon Knight's Beloved (Manga) Vol. 1
Asagi Orikawa - 2019
The dragons love Melissa, and she's soon selected to join Hubert--former captain of the dragon knights and newly appointed earl--in the borderlands, where wild dragons roam freely in the skies. Might romance blossom between Melissa and this handsome young lord, whose new position brings with it a whole host of dilemmas?
My Senpai Is Annoying Vol. 5
Shiromanta - 2021
A sudden rainstorm forces them to share an umbrella, they spend Christmas together, and New Year's fortunes spell it out, but they're not ready to make the leap. Meanwhile, does Yuto have a crush on Kurobe?
Guarding His Fake Family
Katie Knight - 2021
Alisha Lewis, the sister of one of his squad mates, could be his key to his next bestseller—if their smoldering chemistry doesn’t get in the way. She’s sexy, smart and just happens to be an investigative reporter working on what might be the perfect story. After the adrenaline rush of a stakeout-gone-bad, they share a night of passion—one they both agree was a mistake. But that one night has lasting consequences when Alisha learns she’s pregnant.Alisha didn’t expect Simon to insist on staying near to keep her and the baby safe. But when an abduction happens on their doorstep, she's glad the towering SEAL is there to protect her, and their unborn child. Soon, they’re up to their necks in crooked cops, kidnappers, and the kidnap victim’s abandoned baby. Not to mention the red-hot passion that continues to flare between them.Worse yet? As they work to solve the mystery, Alisha realizes she’s starting to fall hard for the sexy SEAL. But will they be able to survive long enough to fall in love?
Flunk Punk Rumble, Vol. 1
Miki Yoshikawa - 2007
Hana Adachi, the dedicated class representative, however would not allow it and constantly bothers him to be involved in school life. Shinagawa is first confused on why she keeps pestering him until he discovers her secret. While she may look like a typical class representative stereotype, Adachi is actually not very smart and lacks common sense, and Shinagawa eventually learns that Adachi is a former delinquent. Regretting being a yankee during her middle school years, Adachi decides to change her ways to achieve her dream of becoming the best class representative. She decides to help Shinagawa so he will not continue to make the same mistake that she did. Thus begins the adventures of these two unlikely friends and their classmates at Mon Shiro High School.
Black Bird, Vol. 1
Kanoko Sakurakouji - 2007
There is a world of myth and magic that intersects ours, and only a special few can see it. Misao Harada is one such person, and she wants nothing to do with magical realms. She just wants to have a normal high school life and maybe get a boyfriend. All that changes one day when Misao is attacked by a demon. Her childhood friend Kyo suddenly returns to save her and tend to her cuts--with his tongue! It turns out Misao is the bride of prophecy, whose blood gives power to the demon clan who claims her. But most demons want to keep her power for themselves--by eating her! Now Misao is just trying to stay alive...and decide if she likes it when Kyo licks her wounds.
Archie: Love Showdown - Chapter 1
Dan Parent - 2012
When Betty and Veronica catch wind of the mash note, each believes the other one sent it, and all-out war is declared to determine who will win Archie's heart once and for all!
The Second Dark Ages Boxed Set: The Complete Series
Michael Anderle - 2019
Now, the most powerful male Vampire the world had ever known is back.
Grab your copy of the Second Dark Ages Boxed Set today!
The Dark Messiah, Book 1
Now, the most powerful male Vampire the world had ever known is back.
The problem? The world went through an Apocalypse and what little honor and justice that previously existed, is gone. Further, his love has left to the stars somewhere, fighting for those on Earth.Now, Michael has to figure out where he is, where he needs to go, help those who need help and figure out how to follow in his love's path. Because if there is one thing that Honor Demands, it is that he make good on his promise to Bethany Anne.Those feeding themselves on the backs of others have very little time to realize an important fact.
This Dark Messiah has little compunction about killing.
The Darkest Night, Book 2
Michael just wants a little sleep. The last few days has been a bit of a learning overload after coming back a hundred and fifty years after he was blown apart by a backpack nuke.The world destroyed itself, there are anti-gravity cars and ships, and his love is in the stars... somewhere.Plus, there is a Vampire trying to make Europe his personal fiefdom. Akio and Yuko are trying to find him, and he has a young female Wechselbalg and male Vampire to keep on the straight and narrow.
Michael has his own brand of justice, and this world is now understanding the Patriach is back.
Nothing will be the same.
Darkest Before The Dawn, Book 3
Michael continues to work to fulfill the promise to his love, but the world isn't the same place.
Now, there is a mistake he made centuries in the past walking around he needs to rectify.
To complicate matters, there is a group out of England believing Michael’s blood will be just what they need for their business. While they get nasty Vampires off the street at the same time.
Further, the effort to pull together the Sacred Clan’s ship parts are starting to come together.
Unfortunately, no one wishes to give Michael and his new family any help.
What is a man with a hair problem supposed to do?
Michael has his own brand of justice, and this world now understands the Patriarch is back.
Nothing will be the same.
Dawn Arrives, Book 4
It’s dark outside, but hope will not be defeated.
Michael, Akio, Yuko and the rest are searching for the pieces necessary to put together a craft which Michael hopes will take him to Bethany Anne.
Witch Hunter Vol. 1-2
Jung-man Cho - 2012
Seven Seas will release the entire action-packed series across six low-priced omnibus editions.In a world where witches have declared war against humanity, the surviving human population has gathered specialists with the power to hunt and destroy witches.Tasha Godspell, also known as the "Magic Marksman," is one of the best Witch Hunters there is. Along with his sword-wielding Jack-o'-Lantern partner known as Halloween, Tasha puts his magical training and weaponry to good use, in his constant battles against witches. And yet, he cannot bring himself to fully hate the very witches he is tasked to destroy.
Akashic Records of Bastard Magic Instructor Vol. 1
Aosa Tsunemi - 2017
Taking place in a fantastical realm of magic and mythology, readers will follow a young girl named Sisti as she trains to become a powerful magic user against all educational odds.Sisti is a young magic-user in training who attends prestigious magical academy where she hopes to be trained by the best of the best. However, when her instructor suddenly retires, his replacement is anything but what Sisti had hoped for--lazy, incompetent, and always late! Can Sisti still learn magic and unravel the mystery of Sky Castle with such a terrible teacher to lead her?
The Once-Dead Girl (Shapechanger Tales)
Laer Carroll - 2013
She comes back to life with superhuman powers. She remembers that in her brother's comic books superheroes come to be feared and hated no matter what good deeds they do. She tries to lead a normal life.But little by little fate conspires against this course. Bad things happen that only she can make right. Baby step by baby step, then bigger steps, she grows into her responsibilities.To help her do her superhero "job" she creates first one, then another alternate identity. Former soldier now mercenary Yao Ming, unequaled with weapons, able to get unseen into places impossible to enter. Beautiful jet-setter millionaire Sandrine Ascaride. And a star girl with blue skin and purple hair who can fly and wield laser bolts and lightning.She is sometimes desperately lonely, unable to share her secret. Then she finds she is not alone....
Avatar the Last Airbender: The New Master
Taesoo Kim - 2007
This 96-page activity book is chock-full of puzzles and games that will have fans walking on air as they join in Aang's challenges and adventures.