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Bakuman?, Vol. 17

Series: Bakuman?
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Bakuman?, Vol. 17 by Tsugumi Ohba explores the intense rivalry between our protagonists, who continue to navigate the challenges of the manga industry. As they strive to create a successful series, they must deal with pressure from editors and competition from fellow artists. This volume delves deeper into their creative process and the sacrifices they must make to achieve their dreams.
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You might enjoy this graphic novel if you're intrigued by a captivating blend of creativity, ambition, and the inner workings of the manga industry. With its engaging character development and dramatic twists, it appeals to readers who appreciate a story about perseverance and the pursuit of dreams.

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By the creators of Death Note! The mystery behind manga-making revealed!

Average student Moritaka Mashiro enjoys drawing for fun. When his classmate and aspiring writer Akito Takagi discovers his talent, he begs Moritaka to team up with him as a manga-creating duo. But what exactly does it take to make it in the manga-publishing world?

As the veteran manga artists start taking over Weekly Shonen Jump, the younger artists feel the pressure. But what is behind this sudden surge of older artists making a comeback in the magazine? And what is the connection between Azuma and Moritaka’s late uncle?

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Bakuman?, Vol. 17 continues to earn praise for its compelling storyline and character development, particularly showcasing the protagonists' growth in the manga industry. Many readers appreciate the insightful depiction of the creative process and the professional struggles faced by manga artists. However, some reviews note that while it offers a satisfying continuation of themes, the pacing could feel slightly rushed towards the conclusion.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781421542935

Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 December 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Contributors:

  • By Takeshi Obata

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 191.0mm

Weight: 161g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Born in Tokyo, Tsugumi Ohba is the author of the hit series Death Note, Bakuman and Platinum End..

Takeshi Obata was born in 1969 in Niigata, Japan, and first achieved international recognition as the artist of the wildly popular Shonen Jump title Hikaru no Go, which won the 2003 Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize: Shinsei β€œNew Hope” Award and the 2000 Shogakukan Manga Award. He went on to illustrate the smash hit Death Note as well as the hugely successful manga Bakuman, All You Need Is Kill, and Platinum End.

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