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June releases are here! I recently bought The Dangerous Convenience Store Vol. 1-2—I have both the English and Korean copies. I also own the first volume of Punch Drunk Love, so maybe I’ll buy the second one too~ Also, check out my YouTube channel where I do Manhwa unboxings. I had 2 subscribers, but someone unsubscribed, so I’m back at one… when I catch you ricky…
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Manga/Manhwa/Manhua
June 4th, 2024: Acid Town Vol. 6
In a city where lawlessness rules, every day is a struggle for Yuki and his best friend Tetsu. In a desperate attempt to pay for his brother’s hospitalization, he was forced to strike a deal with the Seidoukai; however, Yuki’s dark past has finally caught up to him, dragging him back down into a tangled web of extortion and underworld deals. Ordered by the leader of a rival organization to get close to Hyoudo for nefarious purposes, he feels that he’s left with no choice but to return to old and painful methods of survival just to get by.
However, Hyoudo’s connection to Yuki runs deeper than that chance meeting. For years, Hyoudo has been searching for him, hoping to keep a promise he once made to Ryuuji, Yuki’s father. But those simpler days of brotherhood and camaraderie are long gone, and as Masatsugu and Reiji’s schemes herald a coming storm of violence and bloodshed, can Hyoudo still fulfill that promise and protect those he holds dear?
June 4th, 2024: Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi (The Comic / Manhua) Vol. 6
THE MANHUA ADAPTATION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES-BESTSELLING SERIES CONTINUES AS WEI WUXIAN EXPERIENCES THE TRAGIC TALE BEHIND A GHOSTLY HAUNTING!
To escape the villainous scheming of Xue Yang, A-Qing is determined to flee, and take her companion Xiao Xingchen along with her. But Xiao Xingchen cannot shake his sense of responsibility–he resolves to stay behind and confront Xue Yang alone. That’s when Xue Yang reveals the truth behind their Night Hunts, and all the horrible things he’s tricked Xiao Xingchen into doing for so many years. Battle is joined between old friends and fated rivals!
Back in the present, Wei Wuxian watches their tragic history unfold, and is left with a single thought. To set things right, he must kill Xue Yang.
June 11th, 2024: The Untamed: The Official Artbook
This stunning hardcover collection is a full-color guide to the rich world of historical fantasy The Untamed. This live-action drama series–an adaptation of Mo Xiang Tong Xiu’s New York Times bestselling novel series Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi–became one of the most popular dramas in China with over 9 billion views and fans located all over the world, including those introduced to the series in English on Netflix. This full-color hardcover (300+ pages long) is an art-and-text guide featuring beautiful shots from the show, character features, cast interviews, explorations of fashion and settings, illustrations and concept art, song lyrics, and more!
June 4th, 2024: Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! 11
It’s complicated: A thirty-year-old virgin gets more than he bargained for when his newfound magical power reveals he’s the object of his male coworker’s affections!
Adachi and Kurosawa are enjoying their life as newlyweds! Some things have changed, others haven’t. Every day they spend together is happiness itself! Their honeymoon awaits… Will they manage to take in any sights, or will they spend the entirety of it indoors?!
Meanwhile, Tsuge and Minato have officially started dating, but their relationship doesn’t seem to be going anywhere, creating anxiety for Tsuge. In an attempt to get things moving, Adachi, Kurosawa, Tsuge, and Minato head off on a double date…!
June 4th, 2024: Tristan and Lancelot: A Tale of Two Knights (An Arthurian Love Story)
When Merlin goes missing and Camelot falls under attack, King Arthur sends his estranged half-sister, Morgan le Fay, and esteemed Knights of the Round Table, Tristan and Lancelot, to find him. As the reluctant trio travels through Albion saving towns from treacherous foes and battling fae, their bonds deepen, and sparks fly between the two knights. Before they can sort through their complicated feelings, an unexpected dark force appears, bringing what just might be the end of Camelot.
June 11th, 2024: Punch Drunk Love Vol. 2
BEGGING FOR IT
After getting not just one, but two passionate encounters with manager Jeong Tae-moon, finance worker Park Seon-woo is on cloud nine. The problem? Mr. Jeong is completely turned off by everything from Seon-woo’s frumpy appearance to his sloppy oral technique. Desperate to keep living his ultimate fantasy come true, Seon-woo works hard to improve himself and become a man worthy to stand at Mr. Jeong’s side…or just to crouch on hands and knees as Mr. Jeong’s footstool! Could he even dare hope to become Mr. Jeong’s exclusive lover? Maybe if he ditches those Coke-bottle glasses…
June 11th, 2024: Finder Deluxe Edition: Mirage, Vol. 13
Pain and pleasure collide when a sophisticated underworld boss crosses paths with a naive photographer hell-bent on bringing him down!
This deluxe edition includes never-before-released material as well as a double-sided color insert and special cover treatment! Photographer Akihito Takaba takes on a risky assignment trying to document the illegal activities of the Japanese underworld. When he captures its leader—the handsome, enigmatic Ryuichi Asami—in the crosshairs of his viewfinder, Takaba’s world is changed forever.
Akihito is back with Asami but has lost his memories of him. And to make a bad situation worse, Akihito is going through withdrawal from no longer taking the drug responsible for his memory loss. But despite not remembering his lover, the warmth of Asami’s kindness has Akihito feeling confused about his growing attraction. Will that be enough for Asami to get his old Akihito back?
June 11th, 2024: Marriage to Kitsune-sama
A fox spirit is hungry for love in this supernatural Boys’ Love rom-com!
In the town of Hokutochou, a mystical tradition unfolds every few decades. A villager is selected to ascend the mountain to marry one of the alluring fox spirits who reside there. Inaho has longed to take on that role, and when his time finally comes, he eagerly climbs the mountain to meet his new handsome husband, Subaru.
The captivating lord has been watching Inaho for quite some time and is pleased to receive his new spouse. But before this supernatural marriage can enter its honeymoon stage, Inaho discovers Subaru is cursed to devour his beloved–aka Inaho! Can they find a way to break the curse, or is this marriage doomed to end in tragedy?
June 11th, 2024: Birds of Shangri-La, Vol. 3 (3)
A straight man takes a job at a gay brothel that has a firm rule of no falling in love. What could go wrong?
Apollo takes on a rather odd job at a brothel as a way to make some fast cash, but when one of the male prostitutes takes an interest in him, his days of gainful employment seem numbered.
A paradise of sensuality, Shangri-La is a male brothel celebrating the glories of gay sex—not somewhere you’d expect Apollo, a straight man, to seek employment. But Apollo has now finished his training as a teaser under the brothel’s most sought-after bird, Phi, and he’s quickly realizing he’s not keen to work with anyone else. When Phi himself starts to show possessiveness over Apollo, the two further risk permanent exile from paradise!
June 18th, 2024: Senpai, This Can’t Be Love! Vol. 1
Friendly, confident, amazing at his job…All words applicable to veteran CG designer Yanase who was asked to teach the hardworking new hire, Kaneda, the ropes! Although excited about the prospect, he begins to lose heart in the face of Kaneda’s frosty indifference. However, on the inside, Kaneda’s been struggling to play it cool whenever Yanase so much as pats him on the back…
June 18th, 2024: Love is an Illusion! Vol. 6
MEET THE PARENTS
When Hye-sung’s name and photo are published in the news, neither he nor Dojin expect that it will bring long-lost relatives into their lives. Even though it’s been years since Hye-sung spoke to his parents, he’s forced to confront the hard truths of his troubled past. In the face of such trauma, can he endure for Dojin and Byul’s sake? Or is the terrified omega about to make another daring escape? Meanwhile, all Hye-sung and Dojin’s friends are settling down. Find out what’s ahead for the beta couples in the latest volume of the hit Boys’ Love webtoon!
June 18th, 2024: Mitsuka, Volume 3
Leo is host at a nightclub, and he always thought he had no interest in men — until he slept with Takahiro, a sex worker who introduced him to pleasures he’d never felt before. Now, sex with women doesn’t satisfy him, and after begging Takahiro to sleep with him again, they agree to a “friends with benefits” arrangement.
But just when Leo thinks he may be falling in love, one of his best customers asks him to sleep with her. Takahiro catches him in the act, and things take a dark turn…
June 18th, 2024: Cover My Scars With Your Kiss, Volume 2: Sweet Time
Seiichi Kurusu and Nao Seto are officially dating and living together.
Even though they share a home now, their busy jobs have made it difficult for them to spend time together. When Seiichi reveals that his father has been trying to set him up with marriage interviews, Nao realizes that he doesn’t want to let Seiichi go. With Seiichi’s position as the eldest son set to inherit his father’s company, will they be able stay together forever?
June 25th, 2024: The Dangerous Convenience Store Vol. 3
SMOOTH CRIMINAL
When Gunwoo tells Eui-joon that he likes him and wants to go out, Eui-joon is thrown for a loop. Still, Eui-joon can’t deny his growing feelings for the stoic gangster, despite knowing nothing about his past or private life, and agrees to a date, hoping he’ll learn more about Gunwoo. Instead, he has a rough encounter with one of Gunwoo’s associates, the violent and terrifying Chaehyun. Just what is Chaehyun to Gunwoo? And what does his sudden appearance mean for Eui-joon and Gunwoo’s budding relationship?
June 25th, 2024: Never Let Go, Volume 2
Rich-kid Haruto is used to being flattered and fawned over by fellow students, so when he’s kicked out of his elite Alpha school, he finds himself as the ultra-desirable Alpha transfer student at a mixed-gender high school. Everyone is quick to try to befriend him—everyone, that is, except student council president Miyabi, who actually seems to despise him.
Haruto swore he wouldn’t get involved with anyone at his new school, but something about openly hostile, sickly-looking Miyabi keeps drawing Haruto in…
June 25th, 2024: A Gentle Noble’s Vacation Recommendation, Volume 8
When Lizel mysteriously finds himself in a city that bears odd similarities to his own but clearly isn’t, he quickly comes to terms with the unlikely truth: this is an entirely different world. Even so, laid-back Lizel isn’t the type to panic. He immediately sets out to learn more about this strange place, and to help him do so, hires a seasoned adventurer named Gil as his tour guide and protector.
Until he’s able to find a way home, Lizel figures this is a perfect opportunity to explore a new way of life adventuring as part of a guild. After all, he’s sure he’ll go home eventually… might as well enjoy the otherworldly vacation for now!
June 25th, 2024: Super Morning Star 4
When a classmate finds out he’s secretly a sentai star, Kaido’s precious life as a regular high schooler is in danger of being stolen, and so’s his heart, in this BL rom-com for fans of Hitorijime My Hero and Sasaki and Miyano!
After persevering through some of the most difficult challenges in their relationship, Honda and Kaido affirm their commitment to each other. Between overseas work trips, vacations with friends, and even meeting each other’s families, they are ready to face the joys and obstacles life has for them—together. It’s full steam ahead in this sweet conclusion!
FINAL VOLUME!
June 25th, 2024: Stay By My Side After the Rain Vol. 1
In this romantic Boys’ Love manga, sparks fly when a salaryman who’s given up on love reunites with his crush from high school.
Kanade feels like he’s living under a constant storm cloud with his unfulfilled life. Stuck working a typical office job and keeping himself closeted, he’s convinced there will be no sunny days ahead. But those monotonous days are suddenly interrupted when he reunites with Mashiro, an old classmate he harbored hidden feelings for! Finally, Kanade has found a bit of sunshine in his gray, dreary life with Mashiro’s arrival. With a chance to get to know each other again, could this be Kanade’s second chance to find love with the one who got away?
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June 25th, 2024: Wild Beast Forest House
The hit Boys Love comic with over 10 million views on Webtoon, available for the first time in print!
“Wild Beast” is the only place in the forest where wild animals can rest under the promise of not hurting each other. When the owner, a wolf called Ragnar, receives the unexpected visit of Yule, a domestic cat, he foresees the boy’s going to bring him trouble. But maybe something else too…?
June 25th, 2024: Qualia Under the Snow
Kobayashi Akio, lover of all things flora, but not particularly fond of people. Oohashi Umi, is a man whose relationships never seem to progress past one-night-stands with the same sex. Now, these two attend the same college, and are staying in the same dorm. Umi begins to warm up to Akio, and in turn Akio slow lets Umi worm his way into his good graces.
But one day, Umi says to Akio, “You’re a nice guy, senpai. I didn’t even have to let you sleep with for you to stick around.” Akio couldn’t even begin to understand what Umi was going through…
June 25th, 2024: Gravitation: Collector’s Edition Vol. 1
The iconic Boys’ Love/BL manga is back! The inspiration for the popular anime of the same name, Seven Seas presents this romantic comedy of a rockstar and his novelist boyfriend in large-trim omnibus editions featuring an all-new translation!
Rockstar wannabe Shindo Shuichi is determined to top the charts with his best friend and their rising band. But Shuichi’s ego takes a hit when a handsome romance novelist, Yuki Eiri, bashes his lyrics. As Shuichi attempts to make Yuki eat his words, he unexpectedly develops a crush on the harsh critic–and the cold and prickly Yuki even seems to like him back! As they continue to gravitate toward each other, Shuichi discovers that success in the music biz may cost him his very soul.
June 25th, 2024: My Noisy Roommate: The Roof Over My Head Comes with Monsters and a Hottie Vol. 1
When Osuke loses his home, a convenient opportunity presents itself–too convenient, because his new roommate is a hot blond guy with some weird ideas about the supernatural… If you thought Ghostbusters would’ve been way better as a BL, this is the manga for you!
Osuke’s excited about finally getting to live on his own, but on his first day in his new apartment, he finds himself kicked out onto the street! So, when a real estate agent appears out of nowhere offering him a beautiful, new place (with just a couple conditions), he jumps at the chance. But when he opens the door, a drop-dead gorgeous blond guy pops out! It turns out living with him is one of the conditions! His name is Nijio, and he tells Osuke that, not only are ghosts real, but Osuke himself is a magnet for all things supernatural…
Fans of FANGS, The Dragon’s Betrothed, and other tantalizing supernatural yaoi/BL couples–the door’s open, come on in!
Danmei
June 4th, 2024: Ballad of Sword and Wine: Qiang Jin Jiu (Novel) Vol. 1
In this historical tale of war and political intrigue, an intense relationship burns between the son of an infamous traitor and the vengeful nobleman who despises him…at first.
Shen Zechuan is the eighth son of the traitorous Prince of Jianxing, a man who doomed his cities and people to destruction at the hands of the foreign enemy. As the only surviving member of his reviled line, Shen Zechuan is dragged to the capital in chains. He bears the hatred of the nation, but no one’s hate burns hotter than that of Xiao Chiye, the youngest son of the powerful Prince of Libei.
Xiao Chiye would love nothing more than to see Shen Zechuan dead–but against all odds, he clings to life. Rather than succumb to his family’s disgrace, he becomes a thorn in Xiao Chiye’s side, clawing his way into the cutthroat political world of the capital. Yet as these two bitter enemies beat against the bonds of their fate, they find themselves kindred spirits, unlikely allies…and perhaps something more.
June 11th, 2024: Case File Compendium: Bing An Ben (Novel) Vol. 2
A modern tale with a sci-fi edge: an elite young man with a dark side develops a deep, aggressive relationship with his former doctor.
From the outside, He Yu seems to have everything going for him: he’s handsome, rich, and smart. But beneath his perfect facade, he’s hiding a dark secret–one that makes him a slumbering threat to the people around him. After spending years abroad, he enrolls in film school to pursue the girl of his dreams, Xie Xue…but that forces him to deal with her overprotective older brother, the man He Yu hoped he’d never see again.
Xie Qingcheng, an icy man of subdued emotion, was once He Yu’s doctor, and is the only person who knows He Yu’s terrible secret. He Yu swears not to let his past with this man get in the way of his feelings for Xie Xue, but he soon finds himself drawn into a tangled web of intrigue and violence that involves both of the Xie siblings. As a sprawling conspiracy sucks in He Yu, he must confront his own grudges and face new truths–including his own feelings for Xie Qingcheng, which warp into a fixation much darker than what he feels for the man’s sister.
Light Novels
June 4th, 2024: Yes, No, or Maybe? (Light Novel 3) – Where Home Is
LEAN ON ME
Newscaster Kei and animator Ushio have been dating for nearly two years, and whenever Kei’s in trouble, Ushio’s always there for him. So, of course, when rumors swirl about Kei’s (nonexistent!) political plans, Ushio helps him weather the storm. But Kei’s starting to realize he’s not the only one who could use a shoulder to lean on. What is Ushio hiding? Why hasn’t he gotten any work lately? Isn’t it Kei’s turn to help?
June 18th, 2024: The Other World’s Books Depend on the Bean Counter, Vol. 2 (light novel)
After getting accidentally summoned to another world, former office worker Seiichiro ends up becoming extremely close with the handsome knight commander Aresh―although what exactly that means remains ambiguous, even after they begin living together. Just as that’s happening, Seiichiro meets a priest who reminds him a bit of Aresh. When Aresh returns from his latest expedition, will he find a rival waiting for him?
June 4th, 2024: The Mimosa Confessions (Light Novel) Vol. 1
A high school LGBT+ story of love and transformation—from the award-winning author of The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes (which inspired an anime film) and Wait For Me Yesterday in Spring !
Growing up in a dreary suburb, Sakuma has little to brighten his humdrum days aside from his best friend. The bright, talented, and attractive Ushio seems to have everything Sakuma lacks, and his academics and athletic prowess make him popular with the girls at school. Past trauma—and an understandable inferiority complex—slowly drive the two apart, and by the time they enter high school, they hardly even speak anymore. Thus, Sakuma finds himself alone.
Against all odds, he eventually gains a friend in Natsuki, the sweetest girl in class. The two hit it off gushing about their favorite novels, and he falls head over heels for her. But that very same night, he stumbles upon an unexpected sight while walking through a familiar his old friend Ushio, dressed in a full-blown schoolgirl’s uniform and sobbing uncontrollably.
I guess not technically a BL but it has LGBT+ themes and really good reviews so I added it~
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