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That Blue Sky Feeling, Vol. 1
Okura - 2017
The other kids whisper that Sanada keeps to himself because he's secretly gay. But rather than scare Noshiro away, the rumor only makes him more interested. He sets out on a campaign to win over the surly Sanada, embarking on a surprising friendship.
Constellations in My Palm
Yukine Honami - 2007
So he’s in for quite a shocker when Enji, now a mature and responsible astronomy student, comes to live with the Odaima family while he attends university. Despite having feelings for Enji, Mizuho, a defeatist at heart, takes no steps to patch things up with him. But when a handsome rival comes to steal Enji away forever, will Mizuho be able to pluck up the strength to set things right and tell Enji his true feelings?
In These Words, Volume 1
Kichiku Neko - 2012
Based on Asano's profile and recommendation, an elaborate plan is put into place to lure the serial killer out - a plan that bore successful results Now, after three years and twelve victims, Shinohara Keiji is finally in police custody. Shinohara has promised a thorough confession, however, on the absolute terms that Asano has to be the one to receive it. Besides the curious request by the killer whom Asano was only familiar with on paper, disturbing nightmares begin to plague him as soon as he's given the case...
Finder, Vol. 1: Target in the Finder
Ayano Yamane - 2002
Asami forces his captive to undergo a night of pleasure and pain never before imagined, but before long, the son of a powerful Chinese mafia boss also sets his sights upon Akihito, demanding the critical evidence he's uncovered-or is it something else about him he seeks? Includes three erotic bonus stories and an interview with author Ayano Yamane.
What Did You Eat Yesterday?, Volume 1
Fumi Yoshinaga - 2007
While the pair navigate the personal and professional minefields of modern gay life, Kenji serves as enthusiastic taste-tester for Shiro’s wide and varied made-from-scratch meals.Fumi Yoshinaga’s slice-of-LGBT-life series was nominated for the first Manga Taisho Award and received a jury recommendation at the 13th Japan Media Arts Festival Awards.
I Hear the Sunspot
Yuki Fumino - 2014
That is until he meets the outspoken and cheerful Taichi. He tells Kohei that his hearing loss is not his fault. Taichi's words cut through Kohei's usual defense mechanisms and open his heart. More than friends, less than lovers, their relationship changes Kohei forever.
Lost Boys
Kaname Itsuki - 2009
Having grown up most of his life without his own father, Mizuki wants nothing to do with surrogate fatherhood. Unfortunately, stuck without a way out of Neverland, he has little choice but to stay. As he spends time with Air, however, Mizuki is gradually charmed by his boyish innocence, and the two fall in love. In the end, Mizuki decides to return to the real world to reunite with his estranged father, but tells Air that he will always leave the window open for him.
RePlay
Saki Tsukahara - 2020
Still, Yuuta finds himself unable to give up his lingering attachment to baseball. The one person who can truly understand him is Ritsu. But there's something Yuuta himself doesn't understand... Does he think of Ritsu as his partner in the way that a teammate would, or is the affection between them something stronger?
La Esperança, Volume 01
Chigusa Kawai - 2000
However, afraid of others doing him harm, he has never allowed anyone to get close. Why is it then that misfit Robere can effortlessly step over this line Georges has drawn and see right through him? Will getting too close to Robere result in a tragedy that justifies his worst fears?
Gravitation
Jun Lennon - 2004
He's recently moved in with his older boyfriend, Eiri Yuki, the handsome, sophisticated, and uber-famous romance novelist. Nothing goes smoothly for Shuichi, however. Yuki is inexplicably cold and cruel toward him, more so than usual; due to a rash of publicity appearances on comedy sketch shows, he can't get anyone to take his band seriously; and he's suddenly entered, totally unprepared, into a nationally televised concert with Bad Luck's rival band, Ask. In this often touching, frequently hilarious story based on the popular manga and anime, Gravitation: The Novel details a young man's quest for success in love and music.
Dick Fight Island, Vol. 1
Reibun Ike - 2019
The deciding factor? The one who comes last, of course!Eight islands represented by their best warriors must battle it out in a tournament to decide their king. To win this battle of endurance, it’s not the last one standing but the last one coming that matters!The tournament to choose the next king of the islands is about to begin. The rules are simple—whoever comes first loses! Participating warriors protect their mighty swords with armor that grows larger and more elaborate with each tournament. But one warrior has returned from studying abroad with a technique certain to force a pleasurable eruption! Is there a competitor alive able to withstand it? Or is this deft warrior destined to become king?!
Lover's Pledge
Kae Maruya - 2005
Not only that, he is in a strange bed with an even stranger man! Kazuto has no memory whatsoever of the previous night. But, according to his bedmate, Takasugi, he sold himself for $10,000. Luckily, Kazuto had his wits about him to stipulate only a month of servitude... A fall-in-love-with-my-master story full of titillating love arrives in Kae Maruya's highly-anticipated debut comic!