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Paradise Kiss: 20th Anniversary Edition

By Ai Yazawa
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Paradise Kiss: 20th Anniversary Edition by Ai Yazawa is a captivating graphic novel that follows the journey of Yukari, a high school student who is drawn into the vibrant world of fashion. As she becomes involved with an eclectic group of aspiring designers called "Paradise Kiss," she navigates the challenges of self-discovery and romance. The story artfully combines elements of creativity, passion, and the pursuit of one's dreams within the tapestry of modern Tokyo.
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You might enjoy this beautifully illustrated graphic novel if you have a keen interest in fashion, coming-of-age stories, and dramatic love triangles. With its compelling characters and stylish artwork, it offers a captivating exploration of self-discovery and pursuing dreams.

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Anniversary edition of the classic series that launched Ai Yazawa's career.

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One of the most popular comic artists in the world, Ai Yazawa, returns with a 20th anniversary edition of the fashion-inspired comic that made her an international sensation, Paradise Kiss. This new edition celebrates 20 years since Paradise Kiss began serialization in Japan and combines the original three-volume release into one beautiful package.

High fashion and hot drama come together in Paradise Kiss. One of the manga that launched the manga boom globally, Paradise Kiss combined stunning design work and YA-themed narratives that made it a multimillion unit seller worldwide.

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Paradise Kiss: 20th Anniversary Edition by Ai Yazawa is celebrated for its stylish art and compelling narrative. Readers appreciate the complex character development and the blend of romance and fashion which adds depth to the storyline. The re-release has been praised for its nostalgia and the way it captures the essence of adolescence and self-discovery.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781947194939

Publisher: Vertical, Inc.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 December 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Vertical, Inc.

Illustration: 1 Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 147.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 858

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About the Author

From 1999 to 2009 no shojo manga (girls comics) author in Japan sold more books than Ai Yazawa. Raised in Japan's Hyogo Prefecture, Yazawa grew up with ambitions to become a fashion designer. As a youth enrolled in the Osaka Mode Academy, one of Japan's most competitive fashion schools. In 1985 Yazawa made her debut in the pages of the monthly girl's anthology RIBON with the title 15th Year. While her tales focused on young love, but what captivated readers was her stunning sense of design. Since then she has gone to pen eleven more titles and has sold more than 100,000,000 books in Japan alone. Her title NANA was an international sensation, spinning off multiple movies, animated TV series, fashion lines and even inspiring talents such as Gwen Stephani. Paradise Kiss has been translated into 10 languages and is considered her defining work.

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