TOP MANGA OF THE MONTH

A fictionalized autobiography of Masami Kurumada's early career as a mangaka.

Parasites: shape-shifting aliens whose only purpose is to assimilate with and consume the human race… but do these monsters have a different side? A parasite becomes a prince to save his romance-obsessed female host from a dangerous stalker. Another hosts a cooking show, in which the real monsters are revealed. These and 13 more stories, from some of the greatest shojo manga artists alive today, together make up a chilling, funny, and entertaining tribute to one of manga’s horror classics!

Seven years ago, Toraji met the most beautiful man he had ever seen. The time they spent together was as passionate as it was brief, and the man disappeared among the multitudes of Edo, the shogunate's capital. Toraji never learned his real name, or address, or occupation - but he never gave up on finding him again. Only, he didn't expect that when he did, the man would turn out to be the master of a high-class ryokan and restaurant, or that he would have a young daughter. How did this happen? Why did he run? Who is the child's mother and where is she? And most of all, will Toraji get a second chance to pursue the one great love of his life?

The time has come for her to face her controlling husband… Rachel has come to the Caribbean to see her estranged husband. When she was eighteen, she fell in love with and married an older millionaire, André. However, after suffering a miscarriage and feeling suffocated by her controlling husband, she fled home to London. But now, the business of Rachel's father is in financial trouble and he has fallen ill. When Rachel returns to ask André for help, he acts coldly and accuses her of having an affair with his brother!

Kyouko and Kou are assigned to investigate a mysterious religious cult called "Paradise", after Amu Miyamoto from the idol group "Wednesday is Sunday" reaches out for assistance. Her fellow bandmate, Mei, is entangled with this sect. The group's enigmatic leader appears ageless and perpetually radiant, hinting at a vampiric nature. Their arrival in the secluded countryside where "Paradise" is based is met with suspicion and hostility... and thus, the pursuit kicks off!

[Dashing Younger Gong Nam-hyuk X Grumpy Older Su Hosu] Hosu, a returning student who always had good luck, ends up spending a night with Nam-hyuk, a freshman he met at a drinking party. However, his satisfaction with their amazing encounter is short-lived when a glowing pattern appears on Hosu's stomach, causing Nam-hyuk to scream as if he's fainting. "I-I think I accidentally put a curse on you, Senior!" It's shocking enough to find out the person he spent a night with is a witch, but the method to break the curse is to regularly receive the witch's semen? Isn't that a bit much? Wait, is this really effective?!

Hiroshi Hatayama is a salesman who travels around Japan on business trips. And Hatayama is in charge of training a new female employee, Tamaki Kaihara. Hatayama is thrown into a tizzy by the unexpected behavior of the hardcore muscle training fanatic Kaihara, but the two of them also have some fun on their business trips together. The uneven duo take an unusual gourmet trip, eating delicious and nutritious local delicacies from all over the country!

A long time ago, serpents became dragons. But what if a serpent failed and its scales scattered all over the earth?

There’s something on Taejoon’s mind. He’s been dating Yeona long enough that they know each other’s bodies inside and out, but something's missing. Something that’ll add a thrill to their perfect relationship: a threesome. However, when he finally brings the topic up, Yeona threatens to break up with him. That only piques his interest in the forbidden topic, and he soon comes up with a plan to go through with his ultimate fantasy.

Hinata, a Heisei gal, died from an incurable illness. When she was reincarnated, it was into a fantasy world where imagination literally becomes magicknown as imagical. While renowned imaginaters (magical artists) are being reborn into this world, Hinata is just an ordinary girl who loves handicrafts deemed useless and unfit for the task of protecting people from monsters, shes cast aside. Even so, with her trademark positive attitude, Hinata decides to go out into town to buy some cute clothesOnly to find that not a single stylish outfit exists! This is a world with zero interest in art or fashion! However, a chance encounter between this outrageous gal and a cynical artist sets the stage for a bold new stroke of color across the world a remake fantasy where a wild gal and jaded artists transform a world with zero imagination!

Mérianne is a lazy girl and, in a world where pacts with demons solves problems , she may be tempted to finally make one.

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Chiba’s kind manner, clear guidance, and pretty face make him easily the favorite driving instructor of every female student at the school where he works. But, while he’ll play up his charms to get good reviews, Chiba is diligent about politely but firmly rejecting all romantic advances. Yet his well-crafted persona will be put to the test when he’s matched up with the mysterious Yaotome, a new student gaining a reputation of his own as the “Sharp-Suited Prince,” because he comes to every driving lesson way overdressed. Despite his cool looks and demeanor, Yaotome can hardly compose himself when Chiba begins their lesson. An after-hours encounter reveals that Yaotome is actually a manga artist…and that’s not his only secret!

From: Fuhoe Scans Ao who fell into the sea not long after he arrived on a trip to the southern islands. When I woke up, I was kissed (artificial respiration) by a mysterious young man. That young man, Taiga, appeared to save me from almost drowning. One thing led to another and I asked him to be my guide on the island. During his stay, with Taiga teaching him how to swim and sharing meals together, The two grew closer as he spent time with the friendly Taiga. When he revealed that it was actually a trip to nurse his heartache after being rejected by his “boyfriend,” Taiga listened sympathetically without feeling uncomfortable and cheered him up. When his body reacted to the gentle voice and touch that reminded him of his ex, Ao panicked that Taiga might have noticed. When Taiga tells him, “I’ll take his place,” and gently touches him—? “Even as just a ‘substitute,’ if I can comfort you…” A caring younger man and a heartbroken designer A healing love that starts from gentleness on a southern island

Rise from the worst situation! The story of a boy's reincarnation begins

Tasked by the Demon Lord to "win the Hero's trust," he ruthlessly takes down even his own demon forces, believing "to fool your enemy, you must first fool your friends." But for Nanami, the female Hero whose extraordinary abilities have kept her from a normal life, Viper doesn't just earn her trusthe captures her heart! This is a whimsical fantasy from another world, starring an immoderate assassin and the warrior who loves him.

After the loss of his beloved family dog, Yoh has been living his life going with the flow, unable to soothe his sorrow. However, Hinata, a younger student from his college, confessed his feelings to him. Seeing Hinata as endearing as his late dog, Yoh realized that spending time with him made it feel like he could momentarily forget his grief. So, he decided to accept his confession. The two started dating, but, one day, Hinata heard from one of Yoh's friends that he reminded him of his late pet...

A series of short tales, with twists and turns, all bundled into one!

Cade is in love, but is uncertain whether it's one-sided or not. What will it take for him to fulfill his love?

I can't just abandon them!" When Marchioness Neon visits the knights for an inspection, what she sees is a horrifying scene-wounded soldiers and corpses lying in a rundown shack... The hellish sight brings back memories of her past life as a nurse, and she rises to save the soldiers-!

I can't just abandon them!" When Marchioness Neon visits the knights for an inspection, what she sees is a horrifying scene-wounded soldiers and corpses lying in a rundown shack... The hellish sight brings back memories of her past life as a nurse, and she rises to save the soldiers-!

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The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Donghyuk's been missing his late wife terribly ever since she passed. But someone who looks just like her seems willing to take her place.

When her country of Lidea loses the war, Princess Tinalia must wed the enemy prince, Keith. The arrangement isn't as dire as it sounds, though: after all, Tinalia has been in love with Keith for years! Unfortunately for her, Keith doesn't remember they already know each other. The circumstances of their first meeting were unfortunate, as their countries were at war, and Lidea committed too many atrocities against his people to forgive. Thus, Tinalia finds herself the hated bride of the crown prince, treated coldly and scornfully by everyone around her... even though she continues to love him with all her heart.

As lord of a thriving desert country, Seth is responsible for the prosperity and protection of his people... even if that means occasionally putting himself at risk. Fortunately, Seth's bodyguard, Kyle, is ready to yank his master out of harm's way... whether Seth likes it or not. In the decade since Seth bought him out of servitude, Kyle has become a dogged, dedicated (obsessive, overbearing) bodyguard, willing to sacrifice everything for the safety of his master. Seth, however, resents feeling caged by Kyle's constant controlling attentions... When Kyle finally crosses the line, will it be enough to capture his master's heart...?