TOP MANGA OF THE MONTH

A collection of Oneshots. 1) Beginning of Love 2) Don't Give Up, Baby! 3) Let's Embrace The Moon and Walk - A retelling of the Japanese folk talk of 'Princess Kayuga'. She was found in a glowing bamboo stalk and everyone wanted to marry her. This one's a little different... 4) Master Is A Love Maniac 5) You're My Treasure - The story of Jiru and Matsuri. Jiru is the King of Thieves but one day the treasure he steals is Matsuri. Matsure just wants to go home. Will Jiru ever win his heart? 6) Double Edge

Aoiyahi Yuuichi works for a hotel, but it's been bought by a new owner who plans on owning more than just the hotel 1) Heart Rate (pun on the word 'rate') 2) Master

From Liquid Passion: After getting into the super-elite private school, our uke has to be the Student Council President's 'servant'. When the President's rival is also interested, trouble is on the horizon.

In the gritty backstreets of Paris, Jin ekes out a living as an informant while his buddy, Mari, does business as a hitman. They‘ve been friends since they were brats, but Jin’s demanding behavior has Mari growing increasingly resentful. Even so, Mari can’t seem to cut his ties to Jin. Has their friendship lasted so long it’s become impossible to break? What will happen when Jin’s new live-in boyfriend ignores Mari’s warning about Jin’s carefree lifestyle…? Prequel: Koujitsusei no Tobira

1. The Temple of the Sun Emperor Messara is a provider of slaves to the decadent roman emperor Heliogabalus. One day a germanian barbarian, Dorugu, captures his eye; he seems perfect for the emperor's somewhat rough tastes. But when he starts Dorugu's training, things don't quite go according to plan. 2. Salamander Despised, feared, hunted, Salamander lives hidden in the woods. His strange birthmark made people distrust him, and blame all sorts of mishaps on him, until they finally cast him out of the village. Dermud is hunting him too, but when he is captured, he seems to be so simple-minded, not having any words, that Dermud feels sorry for him, and gives him a piece of cloth with which to cover himself. But when he returns with some food, Salamander has fled.

From Fantasyshrine: Majima Yamato is a 17 years old “man-killer” who has 20 guys up his sleeve! Dripping with eroticism, he simply has them wrapped around his little finger! From the creator of the immensely popular PC-edition BL game “ESCAPE,” Kano Shiuko included her character design in the bonus chapter.

In order to save the inherited tea house, the Murakami grandson enters into a deal with a consultant who promises to reinvent the tea house's image and attract customers with a moe concept. However, in return, the payment would be made with his body.

To fulfill their life long dream, Ezakike Shuu's parents left for Africa, leaving him in charge of his younger brothers. However, growing up without parents' guidance, the Ezakike brothers are often ill-treated and looked down upon. In order to protect his brothers, Shuu devotes his life to raise them filled with happy memories. However, a fated meeting with his new homeroom teacher would turn his life upside down... From Baka-Updates: This series is on hiatus in origin country.

Ch3: Katsuragi, a boxing instructor, has a habit of falling asleep at a bar he frequents, oblivious to the fact that the son of the bar's owner, who also happens to be a student of his, is kissing him every day! Apart from this couple who're set apart by their age difference, you can also enjoy the passionate romance between Ichiha, who is a menacing boxer in the ring but becomes shy out of it, and Hironari, a fellow boxer who finds him endearing. A collection of love stories between ardent youth at the gym! (summary from Nakama)

Sakuya used to be a fearsome high rank vampire until he fell inlove with Atsumi. Now, he's fallen so low that he can't even drink other people's blood because only Atsumi's blood suits his taste. The problem is, Atsumi is not only a guy, but also a vampire hunter... Their love is more than just complicated, it's a game of life and death for them both!

Collection of One Shots: Chapter 1: Gen was lying bruised and bloodied on the sidewalk when Kiba found him. The two became friends after that. One day Gen was surprised to find out the girl he was sleeping with was Kiba's ex, but hearing about his friend became an obsession as Gen picked up more and more of Kiba's "leftovers"... Chapter 2: Escalation Chapter 3:

From Fantasyshrine: Yoshimori, a rookie editor, first met the wheel-chaired writer, Orito, and his brother, Masato, at the publishing company's party. Masato's sad smile left a deep impression on Yoshimori. Later, due to work, Yoshimori had to stay with the brothers in their secluded home and discovered the shocking truth about their relationship.

Michizure Policy Shinohara, who liked to take care of others like a mother, and Nishioka, who loved sweet things just like a kid (with big build), were good friends. Shinohara loved Nishioka, but was totally a coward when it comes to love. He always thought that “this love is impossible” and continued to be Nishioka’s good friend when he blurted out his feelings unintentionally. To Shinohara’s surprise, Nishioka accepted him and they started to go out. But Shinohara was having doubts and wouldn’t want to believe in Nishioka. What should Nishioka do? Uten Kekkou Rule College finals have kept Takao and Wakamiya apart, but now, even with the bad weather, Wakamiya rushes over to Takao's apartment for... some hot love. Takao, however, does not seem to be in the mood since he is the one that does everything. Tonight, Takao wants to be the one that is made to be "in the mood". But will Wakamiya still be in the mood after beng thrown into the shower with a "7 minute erection"?

From Fantasyshrine: SEQUEL OF "SWEET POISON ON OUR LIPS" The most popular idol duo singers, Yuu and Jin of the CROSS, are lovers. Then, how in the world would Yuu have love trouble with his co-star actor, Kenzaki!? Finally fed up, a very frustrated Jin confronted Kenzaki and found out… What? Loosely affiliated with SHINNYUU KINSHI NO KOI where Kenzai is the main character for his own storyline.

Sequel to Kokoro to Karada no Hazama. Coworkers Ryuuichi and Haruyoshi are dating but now Ryuuchi's working all hours.

A reprint collection of 4 doujin with a special story drawn for the release of this book. 1) Otoyami no Mori - Yume no Koe While visiting the market one day, Doctor Ao happens upon a stand where they're selling demons and reluctantly purchases one as his own. Although the demon has been treated harshly in the past, he meets kindness at his new master's hands and comes to find peace with him. But when that peace is threatened can they find their way back to each other?! Or will the demon disappear for good?! 2) Yumeoi no Mori A wounded professor finds that when he awakes he is in the capture of a young demon. 3) Itsuwari no Mori Yuusa is the neglected only child of a wealthy woman, and the only kindness he received as a child was from one of her pet demons, Hugh. Yuusa's all grown up now, and can't understand Hugh's coldness towards him, so he often abuses Hugh to get his attention. But Yuusa's manipulation's go too far... 4) Yoru Utau Mori Continuation story about the characters from Yumeoi no Mori. 5) Mori ni Shizumu Tsuki

A collection of short stories: 1. Only You Accused of being a molester, Mochizuki gets saved by the gentlemanly Nagakura, and their friendship begins... 2. Only One Following his divorce and subsequent loss of his apartment, Mochizuki moved in with Nagakura though they've barely been together for two weeks. A problem soon arises when Nagakura's colleague, Hayami, appears on the scene. Apparently Hayami is an ex-student of Mochizuki's. Just why has his appearance caused a sudden rift between the two lovers? 3. The Gentle Distance Having grown up with a pair of brothers from next door, he slowly discovers his attachment to the younger brother... Could it be love? And what is this niggling feeling he feels for the older brother? 4. Mousou Prize! (The Delusionary Prize!) Shino has quite a crush on his cute tutor Akio. Akio promises Shino a reward if he can do well on his mock exams but what kind of reward is the student expecting? Will the tutor be forced to pay up? 5. 17-sai no Paradox (A 17-Year-Old Paradox) Kuroe is annoyed by his always-smiling teacher, Mizushiro. "So you treat all your students equally? So annoying!" Kuroe passes his boiling point and decides to take action in this ardent and thrilling school romance. 6. Extras Mizushiro tries to get Kuroe to say those magic words.

From the translated back cover: Kazuki can't believe that he slept with a fellow cop, Seo-senpai, but the more Kazuki tries to pull away from him, the more Kazuki desires him. It is a story about one stubborn uke. There's also a sweet H honeymoon side story.

Ch 1-3) Love is in the air for another Kunisaki brother as the school carnival approaches. Rehearsals have begun, and Satsuki is hungry. Jumping out of the window may be one way to get away, but his ever-vigilant watchdog, Kunisaki Yamaji, is soon there to bring him back. As rehearsals for the school carnival continue, someone seems to be out to sabotage the play and Satsuki. Can Yamaji protect his precious Satsuki? Does Satsuki really need protecting? Ch 4) A one-shot that follows lovers Ginka and Kakei-senpai. Ginka and Kakei-senpai are both looking forward to their planned overnight trip during Golden Week, but Kakei-senpai doesn't show up. No phone call, no message...Kakei-senpai is gone. What happened? What is Ginka supposed to do? Has this little uke been abandoned? Ch 5-6) Mikami Yuusuke (from Karamete de Kudoite and Aisareru Hito e Tsugu) seems to be quite the gentleman, using his wealth and power to take care of many unfortunate men and women. Ichihashi Rui, a student in Mikami's school of design, is one of those unfortunates. Now someone seems to be after Mikami, setting fire to his buildings and leaving "gifts" in Rui's mailbox. Will Mikami be able to save Rui? Or will it be Rui who saves Mikami?

Rui and Saeki are like fire and oxygen, explosive when put together. But not even Rui can leave the bad tempered and broken hearted Saeki alone when he's too drunk to get home on his own. The question is what will happen AFTER Rui gets him home?

Teacher Mutsuki runs a small school with his grandmother that is suddenly of interest to shady businessman Kisei Ijuuin who plans on developing the land and kicking them out! They don't intend to give up without a fight, but when the older woman ends up in the hospital, Mutsuki is left to deal with Kisei alone. And the land isn't the only thing Kisei is interested in... From: www.mangaupdates.com Guest appearance by Botan-chan and Tora-kun from Aikotoba wa Hallelujah :)

Misao and Eichi are the schools most popular idols. However, every morning they arrive at the same time and show their dislike for each other.

I love him so much, but I can't confess! Or let him find out. And now he thinks I hate him?!

Kaidou-san is a salary man who comes every day to the cafe where Hanabashi Ritsu works. He admires the part-timer from across the room, whose cool exterior entices Kaidou-san. But truly, there is a cute, blushing Ritsu behind the cool beauty on the outside...