Alexis Eckerman

Spring break draws to a close, marking the end of Yamato and Kakeru s second year of high school. At a celebration with their classmates, Kakeru hears about his friends career paths and dreams, only to realize he s never asked Yamato about his plans for the future! Now that the boys are entering their third year, what will their...

The story of the travelling merchant and wisewolf continues in this beautifully bound second volume with brand-new cover art! Experience the captivating journey in Spice and Wolf Collector's Edition, Vol. 2 (manga), where the adventures of the charming duo unfold in an exquisite collector's edition.

Heartbroken office worker Ushiro and her glamorous guardian spirit Masako have been chasing their philandering foe Yuu-senpai, and that's put them on a collision course with his dangerous new girlfriend! Masako has never let Ushiro down yet, but this latest target seems to be putting up some surprising spiritual resistance. With dark truths rising to the surface all around her,...

If I asked you... ...would it change the way we are now...? Childhood best friends. Two halves of a whole. Yamato and Kakeru. Since he believed that the handsome, popular Yamato would never feel the same way, Kakeru was stunned when Yamato admitted he would be upset if Kakeru got a girlfriend. But Yamato's admission—instead of reaching Kakeru's heart—puts a...

Please, may the little light in Yamato never go out. Childhood best friends. Two halves of a whole. Yamato and Kakeru. The clock has rewound to their elementary school days as a carefree Kakeru tries his hardest to befriend the quiet and reserved Yamato. But as they get closer, Kakeru soon realises Yamato is keeping something buried deep within—a secret...

I Cannot Reach You, Vol. 8 by Mika Mika, Alexis Eckerman, and Jan Cash follows the journey of Kakeru and Yamato as they navigate the beginnings of their romantic relationship. Having recently transitioned from being "friends" to "boyfriends", they are still adjusting to this new phase of their lives. After receiving an aquarium ticket from Fujino, who assumes Kakeru has...

With Ruu-chan as their new companion, the rest of the School Living Club are at St. Isidore University. As Yuki and the others search for the Randall Corporation, the Militants decide that the moderate members of the Circle are the source of the continuing crisis and begin their assault. Meanwhile, Kurumi's symptoms grow worse. What will become of her...?

While Adachi's been worrying herself sick over a potential rival for Shimamura's affection, half of her summer vacation has passed her by. Meanwhile, Shimamura herself notices that her feelings are starting to change as time goes on... Adachi and Shimamura, Vol. 6 (manga) by Hitoma Iruma, Eleanor Summers, Alexis Eckerman, Moke Yuzuhara, explores these evolving dynamics, capturing the essence of...

Love is complicated in all its forms, but the feelings of girls especially so... Return again to tales from maidens' hearts with this fifth instalment of Éclair Orange! Continue the journey of young and arduous love with authors like Canno (Kiss and White Lily for My Dearest Girl), Yuriko Hara (Cocoon Entwined), and Kabocha (Kemono Friends a la carte).

A rush of unusual gossip is spreading to the heart of Gensokyo, and a few clever individuals are each trying to steer the chaos to their own advantage. At risk is the delicate balance between humans and demons... Are dark days ahead for Gensokyo, or will hope come over the horizon? It's no laughing matter when the very meaning of...

Ushiro and Masako have come face to face with the coat thief, but this former friend of Masako's has a spiritual defence of her own! When the dust settles, it is only right that Masako tells Ushiro the truth of her life and all she knows of ghosts. Armed with that knowledge, Ushiro sets out on her climactic confrontation with...

I want to know, but... if I ask, there’s no way we can go back. Childhood best friends. Two halves of a whole. Yamato and Kakeru. After spotting what seemed to be a romantic encounter between Kakeru and Akane, Yamato’s jealousy overflowed—and the rift between them grew even deeper. But with no chance to restore the delicate balance before their...

What can I do to reach you? Childhood best friends. Two halves of a whole. Yamato and Kakeru. Kakeru has finally made up his mind to admit his feelings to Yamato! However, if he's going to do it, he's going to do it right. He's determined to hit Yamato with the coolest confession ever—one that'll sweep him off his feet!...

Any good love story starts at the beginning: Where and how did the lovebirds meet? Was it love at first sight? And most importantly, was there a spark? For Yuriko and Gakurouta, their initial meeting was nothing to write home about; after all, matchmaking services aren't unheard of. But a chance second encounter on the street revealed that, as an...

Any exciting love story has its fair share of misunderstandings and drama, but what is a person to do when they're unable to tell the truth? As an asexual woman and a gay man, Yuriko and Gakurouta are keenly aware that their relationship is rather different from what is considered normal. So when confronted with their families, friends, and society’s...

Widely celebrated for excellently combining horror, comedy, and slice-of-life storytelling together, Mieruko-chan has a wide and passionate online following.

Chiyo thinks there's something going on between Kiyoshi and Mari, and her response to Kiyoshi is rather bold! You can feel them, if you'd like. Get a handful, or don't? Start with the left one, or the right one? In the hell that is the Prison, is this a brief visit to paradise? Prison School, Vol. 8 offers readers a...

Ever since Meiko regressed to a childlike state, she has lost the monstrous strength that made her the ultimate jailer. But now, more than ever, Kiyoshi and Mari need to bring back the old Meiko. Can they revive the former Shadow Student Council vice president buried deep within and take down the Official Student Council? Prison School, Vol. 10 continues...

W E L C O M E T O T H E N E X T W O R L D Seventeen years ago, Takafumi's uncle fell into a coma, but now he's back like a man risen from his grave. Soon, Takafumi discovers two bizarre things: His uncle treasures video games above all else, and, while comatose, he was actually transported to another...

"The human heart that fears demons gives them their existence." With the knowledge of the mysterious relationship between humans and demons, Kosuzu starts in pursuit of Gensokyo's "truth"...but what does she find waiting for her?! In Forbidden Scrollery, Vol. 7, Kosuzu delves deeper into the intricate interplay between humans and the demons they fear. As she seeks out the deeper...

Emiko Tamaki is a female office worker who's exhausted with life, but when she goes up to someone collapsed on the street, she's surprised by his sudden request to model for him. The man turns out to be renowned artist Shunsui Ishihara, and he wants her nude and covered in fish?! It's not the most normal way to get to...

No matter how much time we spend together, I'll never become special to you. Childhood best friends. Two halves of a whole. The cool, smart one who's good at almost everything, and his average, dorky friend who struggles to do anything right—Yamato and Kakeru. Always by the other's side, but not together in the way they truly want to be....

The girls love anthology returns with another collection of stories to warm your heart! This third instalment revisits old favourites and entices with brand-new tales of love. Explore maidenly hearts with new chapters from authors like Canno (Kiss and White Lily for My Dearest Girl), Nakatani Nio (Bloom into You), and Fly (Kemono Friends: Welcome to Japari Park!).

The poster child for book rental shop Suzunaan, Kosuzu, today is brimming with curiosity for all things demonic... In other words, it's a day just like any other! From a string of dine-and-dash incidents and unfailingly accurate fortune-telling to the mysteries of Kokkuri-san and a hidden print-on-demand scheme, life in Gensokyo is never boring when Kosuzu is involved! Discover the...

(Volume 7) At Yanari's party, Nai and the crew deepen their friendships and experience the warmth that comes of supporting and encouraging one another. Upon their return to the 2nd Ship, Gareki is summoned to meet with a stranger, who has come aboard disguised as a tree...?! But back at Chronom? Academy, Kafka launches an attack, sending a swarm of...

After negotiations break down at the Randall Corporation headquarters, the girls find themselves on the run, and Kurumi's condition is only getting worse! Suddenly, a new organisation offers assistance, but can it be trusted? School-Live!, Vol. 11 by Leighann Harvey, Alexis Eckerman, Norimitsu Kaihou, and Sadoru Chiba weaves a thrilling tale of survival and intrigue.

Uncle from Another World, Vol. 2 Uncle does what others don't. Takafumi's uncle returned from an alternate fantasy world after seventeen years, and now he's (sort of) getting the hang of the twenty-first century. From virtual YouTubers to modern netiquette, there's a lot to learn for a guy who lives in service of games. But as Uncle recalls his memories...

Going bowling on the weekend, singing old songs at karaoke—with all the time they're spending together, Adachi and Shimamura are finding out lots of surprising things about each other. As the seasons change and Christmas approaches, Adachi is doing her best to come up with the perfect present for her unsuspecting crush. Can she plan the perfect Christmas date to...

Adachi and Shimamura, Vol. 4 (manga) by Hitoma Iruma, Alexis Eckerman, Moke Yuzuhara, and Alexandra McCullough-Garcia explores the complexities of friendship and growing up. Adachi and Shimamura are now in their second year of high school. Luckily, they're in the same class this semester, but when Adachi sees Shimamura making friends with their new classmates so quickly, she starts to...

Office worker Ushiro and her ghostly companion, Masako, are on a mission to get revenge on the man who broke Ushiro's heart, and they’re prepared to curse any jerk who gets in their way! Trouble is, their next obstacle isn’t a jerk. He’d be a lovely guy, if it wasn’t for one little problem—he can see ghosts and is dead...

To see or not to see? Until Miko met Yuria, the pretend-not-to-see ghosts plan seemed like the best course of action. But the new substitute teacher is that creepy guy from the park—the one haunted by a bunch of ghost cats! It can't be a coincidence that Hana's life aura starts draining whenever he's in the room. Can Miko really...

The infection continues to spread, and Kurumi is humanity's only hope to repel it! The Randall Corporation is the girls' next destination, and it's their best chance to find the equipment they need to make a serum that will combat the virus. But once they get there, things go from bad to worse in the blink of an eye, and...

The second floor of the gym. That's our spot. Class is in session right now, but they don't hold class in a place like this. This is where Shimamura and I became friends. What is this feeling? Yesterday, I dreamed of kissing her. I'm not like that, and I'm sure Shimamura isn't either. But when Shimamura thinks of the word...

The girls' love anthology is back and bursting with stories to enchant and delight. Featuring works from favourites such as Canno (Kiss and White Lily for My Dearest Girl), Hiroichi (Highschool DxD: Asia & Koneko's Secret Contract!?), and Fly (Kemono Friends: Welcome to Japari Park), this new addition to the Éclair lineup will sweep you off your feet!

The emotions of girls burn bright, but love can be especially intense... Éclair Rouge is back in this fourth instalment with an exciting new collection of impassioned romances. With chapters from returning artists like Canno (Kiss and White Lily for My Dearest Girl) and Kabocha (Kemono Friends a la Carte), plus fresh additions like Akiko Morishima (The Conditions of Paradise),...

In the mystic realm of Gensokyo, library worker Kosuzuna awakens to her ability to read demon books. This volume crosses over with the games Double Dealing Character and Hopeless Masquerade of the Japanese hit franchise, Touhou!

After an illicit affair at her promising first job fell through, office worker Ushiro Akechi has slid down to rock bottom. All the world has in store for her now are temporary gigs, a lonely, run-down apartment, and plain rice for dinner. With a life like that, would death be any worse? What she really needs is an older-sister type...

The mermaid prince is super-popular with all the girls lining up to be his bride. But the one he falls in love with...has legs! Mermaid Boys, Vol. 1 by Christine Dashiell, Alexis Eckerman, and Yomi Sarachi dives deep into a fantastical tale of love that defies the boundaries between land and sea.

After her trip to the magical shrine in another world, Miko and friends must survive river spirits, haunted houses, and... home ec? Mieruko-chan, Vol. 5 builds on the intriguing adventures and supernatural challenges that have captivated readers. Join Miko as she navigates through her extraordinary experiences, where the ordinary is intertwined with the paranormal.

The girls of Class Z dream of graduating and becoming full-fledged monsters. But can they make it happen when their grades are the real horror show?! The Illustrated Guide to Monster Girls, Vol. 1 by Alexis Eckerman, Suzu Akeko, and Jan Cash explores the quirky and challenging journey of these aspiring monster girls as they navigate through their education, facing...

At the all-girls monster school Monstrum, Class Z's performance is bottom-barrel! Can a geeky witch and a lazy vampire make any difference? The Illustrated Guide to Monster Girls, Vol. 2 explores the whimsical and challenging adventures of these unique classmates. Dive into the extraordinary world where magic and mythical creatures collide, as our unlikely duo faces trials and tribulations in...

New year, new Miko. Or so she wishes that were the case. But nope, looks like the creepy crawlies are still here to stay. At least she can leave the case of the old guy in the picture to Seto. He seems reliable enough if a bit scary. Surely nothing can go wrong with someone like him on her side,...

Winter break is finally here! Miko and her friends set out to attend a special festival for one of her favorite toy characters, but on the way there and at the venue, they just keep getting accosted by monsters

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and Adachi once again finds herself unsure of how to ask Shimamura to spend the holiday with her. What's more, she's determined to whip up the best chocolates she can to make the event truly special, but she has no clue what Shimamura likes, and she's no chocolatier. Against all odds, will her...

Summer vacation is here! This is the perfect chance to get closer to Shimamura, but with no school, Adachi won't get to see her every day. So what’s the plan? Text Shimamura every day? Invite her out somewhere? The summer festival would have been ideal, but Adachi's going there for work, not to hang out. Yet when she arrives, she...

Where else would a girl with the power to translate any tome she sets in her lap reside except a library? Sure, some books may be more dangerous than others, but that's far from discouragement for a true bibliophile like Kosuzu Motoori! A thrilling adventure awaits in Forbidden Scrollery, Vol. 1, where the allure of both knowledge and peril blend...

In a world of spirits and demons, nothing is ever as it seems, whether it's the Seven Wonders of Honjo or the story of a kindly exorcist. Kousuzu, Reimu, and Marisa are eager to get down to the truth, but they will soon discover that peeling back the mysteries of Gensokyo only brings about more questions... When referencing the title,...

I just can’t anymore! I can’t keep things like this between us...!! Childhood best friends. Two halves of a whole. Yamato and Kakeru. A romantic sunset in Arashiyama and a sudden downpour lead to...Kakeru’s first kiss?! But much to Kakeru’s dismay, Yamato’s fever kiss was just that. With no memory of what happened, Yamato is acting like nothing changed between...

I Cannot Reach You, Vol. 5 by Jan Cash, Alexis Eckerman, and Mika Mika, explores the complex emotions between childhood best friends, Yamato and Kakeru. They are described as two halves of a whole. Yamato finally worked up the courage to confess his feelings to Kakeru. This revelation left Kakeru with a mess of emotions to untangle in his heart....

Any love story aficionado will say that the key to a successful couple is intense desire for one another—but what if the characters in question are an asexual woman with a passion for Boys Love stories and a gay man whose heart forever belongs to his oblivious childhood friend? Although romance will never be in the cards for newlyweds Yuriko...

Creepy, crawly, grotesque... Such is the daily life of Miko and company when ghostly spectres lurk around every corner. Meet a new cast of spine-tingling, bloodcurdling monsters in the Mieruko-chan Official Comic Anthology!

A normal girl was living a normal life until she wasn't. One day, she could see everything. What's a girl to do when hideous monsters appear no matter which way she turns? And on top of that, nobody else can see them! Obviously, there's only one thing that makes sense: ignore them. Kinda hard to put theory into practice, though,...

Salt, useless. Prayer beads, no dice. Disinfectant—mildly effective. Miko's fruitless attempts at warding off horrific spirits leave her with one option...keep pretending these grotesque spectres don’t exist. But Miko hasn’t given up yet! One day, she’ll be free. Until then, she just has to survive changing-room phantoms and ghost-infested tunnels, and a girl named Yuria? Mieruko-chan, Vol. 2 by Leighann...

Thrice. Three times. Those creepy shrine maidens saved Miko from three encounters with murderous ghosts... but what happens now? Well, Miko's about to find out! In an effort to thank and appease the strange spirits who protected her, Miko is determined to bring an offering back to the shrine where she first met them. The only problem? The area looks...

There's a new kid on the block! Or more precisely, in Miko's class. In the seat behind Miko. Supposedly, she's this drop-dead gorgeous model, but Miko can't see her face past the tentacles. Like, at all. But she has an actual body, unlike the ghosts, so... just what is she?! Discover the mysteries surrounding this new classmate in Mieruko-chan, Vol....

Spice and Wolf Collector's Edition is the deluxe omnibus edition of the manga Spice and Wolf.

Whenever Our Eyes Meet... explores the delicate balance between career ambitions and the unexpected blossoming of love. For those who devote themselves to their careers, love sometimes has to take a back seat. Yet, it can strike when you least expect it, whether it’s with a coworker or a kindred soul at the bar after hours. What will tomorrow bring?...

Yuri Life Girlfriends, together in love and life! Cohabitating can make or break any relationship, but with a little luck, a lot of love, and a healthy dose of patience, living together can bring out the best in a couple! There's a lot to navigate: clashing personalities, age gaps, business trips, conflicting feelings, jealousy, sex, and even the supernatural. But...

The siblings’ past is revealed at last, including the story of how their mother came to know the terror that is Yamatagi Madara... But who cares about that!? What you're really here for is silly fun and hijinks, and there’s loads of that to be had, starting with Dara-san getting herself into a real situation trying to repay the kids...

Vampire hunter Saki Fujimiya is the epitome of poise and finesse, that is, when she’s not around Miyoko Kujou! Why does Miyoko get such a rise out of her? Well, to begin with, Miyoko’s a vampire—Saki’s natural enemy—but that’s not the only reason Miyoko gets under Saki’s skin. Despite Saki’s best efforts to kill Miyoko, something keeps stopping her from...

Although Miko's been trying her hardest to ignore all the creepy ghost things around her, now that Hana may be involved, she can't pretend anymore. So with the help of the Godmother and the weird guy in a top hat, she sets off. They have one job: solve the mystery of the creepy shrine maidens before time runs out...

Now dating, Adachi and Shimamura's relationship starts to shift slightly. Since the confession at the fireworks festival, Adachi and Shimamura have begun dating. Unsure about what dating really means, Adachi tries to better understand her feelings for Shimamura. Slowly but surely, the distance between the couple closes. At last, summer break comes to an end, and the new semester starts:...

Spice and Wolf Collector's Edition, Vol. 3 (manga) by Paul Starr, Katie Blakeslee, Alexis Eckerman, Jyuu Ayakura, and Keito Koume brings you deeper into Kraft Lawrence and Holo the Wisewolf's epic romance in this special collector's edition! All seems lost as Lawrence desperately searches for the funds he needs to dodge financial ruin. But just how far is this merchant...

Experience the complete story of Puella Magi Madoka Magica in this oversize omnibus! When a new girl joins her class, Madoka Kaname thinks she recognizes the mysterious, dark-haired transfer student from a dream where Madoka is approached by a diminutive critter with an offer to change destiny. Madoka had always thought magic was the stuff of fantasy until she sees...

Prison School, Vol. 12 escalates the tension as the Shoulder Wars culminate in a direct confrontation between both student councils. Kate manoeuvres Mari and Meiko into a catch-22 situation that threatens to leave them exposed in more ways than one. However, could Kate's desire to humiliate the Shadow Student Council be her undoing? Mari and Meiko's friendship is long-standing and...

The Shoulder Wars competition between the Shadow Student Council and the Official Student Council begins, and whichever side loses must disband! Vastly outnumbered, Mari knows their odds of winning are long, even with a partially resurrected Meiko to bolster their forces. To save the Shadow Student Council (and his date with Chiyo), Kiyoshi must rise to the occasion, fighting the...

Forbidden Scrollery, Vol. 5 is set in the bustling shop of Suzunaan, which is thriving thanks to both human and demon customers. Kosuzu is always present to manage the shop and ensure sales, driven by her insatiable curiosity about the unknown. This curiosity draws her closer to the bizarre rumours circulating throughout Gensokyo, and she's not alone in getting involved....

The virus's infection rate has intensified, and even those who appear to have had no physical contact with the infected are developing symptoms! Meanwhile, now in the Militants' custody, the girls have a chance to escape... but Touko wants to stay?! With tensions running high, she tries to explain, but is anyone willing to listen? School-Live!, Vol. 9 explores these...