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The classic LGBT+ story by the creative master of Rose of Versailles! *** Born as “Claudine” in a female-assigned body that doesn’t reflect the man inside, this heart-wrenching story follows Claudine through life, pain, and the love of several women. Master shoujo mangaka Riyoko Ikeda, considered part of the influential Year 24 Group, explores gender and sexuality in early twentieth century France in this powerful tale about identity. Riyoko Ikeda’s career of over forty years is most defined by her epic The Rose of Versailles, and she was awarded the French Legion of Honour in 2009.

At the age of 21, Nicoletta travels to Rome to find her mother, Olga, who abandoned her long ago. Nicoletta finds her at Casetta dell'Orso, a charming little restaurant owned by Olga's husband. The staff of bespectacled gentlemen welcomes Nicoletta warmly, but Olga's reception is not so pleasant. Olga has never told her husband that she ever had children--and he must never know. In exchange for Nicoletta's playing "the daughter of an old friend," Olga offers Nicoletta a place to live and an apprenticeship at the restaurant. Nicoletta fits in well among the unique personalities at Casetta dell'Orso. She gets along particularly well with the kindly headwaiter, Claudio, a divorced man who, after years, has still never taken off his wedding ring. As Nicoletta's feelings for Claudio become complicated, she finds a sympathetic ear in Olga, leading the estranged pair to form a friendship neither expected. But as they grow closer, the pressure exerted by the secret they share becomes too much to bear.

Whispered Words is the story of two high school girls, Sumika and Ushio. One is in love with the other, but unable to confess. Both of them prefer girls, but Ushio likes cute and petite types while Sumika prefers the athletic outgoing girls. To complicate things, a cross dressing boy, Masaki, is in love with Sumika. What ever will happen to this mixed-up bizarre love triangle mess?

Seonwoong's just trying to make a buck, so why is the guy buying his guitar so clingy? He doesn't remember the steamy night they spent together two years ago, and he doesn't know why a celebrity athlete like Jaehwan Cheon won't stop following him around! All Seonwoong knows is he's got hospital bills to pay, possessions to sell, and an infinite cycle of part-time gigs to work. He doesn't have time to fall in love with Team Korea's handsome taekwondo darling!

A reader is magically transported into a BL novel called The Night of Hwangseong. She now inhabits the body of Lobelia Flore, the daughter of a noble family suffering from a rare illness. Lobelia discovers the only way to avoid a painful death is to remain in close physical contact with Edric Dencart, the young, beautiful, and sickly crown prince. To do this, Lobelia disguises herself as a man named “Lobel” and commits herself to becoming the crown prince’s most trusted man-servant.

Mel Song is an unlikely fit for a crack investigator; in her downtime, she loves watching soap operas in her pajamas, eating instant ramen, and internet shopping. But she has one secret weapon: the ability to read minds.

In modern-day Japan, an ancient swordsman named Hyakki hunts Yokai to reclaim shards of his body that were stolen by demons. Roro, a homeless girl seeking to avenge her parents’ murder, must also unravel the mystery of a shard hidden within her. Bound by fate, they join forces to battle demonic foes. This series expands Osamu Tezuka’s Dororo, bringing its tale of vengeance and redemption into the modern era.

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Every few decades a book is published that changes the lives of its readers forever. The Alchemist is one such book, a modern classic, universally admired. Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy, yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure as extravagant as any ever found. From his home in Spain he journeys to the markets of Tangier and across the Egyptian desert to a fateful encounter with the alchemist. The story of the treasures Santiago finds along the way teaches us, as only a few stories have done, about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, learning to read the omens strewn along life's path, and above all, following our dreams.

Hayoon Gong has just landed a huge gig on a major movie set. He’s forgotten and pushed around, but what he faces on set is nothing compared to the clients he sees as a host at a gay bar. Although Hayoon feels his future is bleak, he powers through. But, working alone one day on set, Hayoon is approached by the star actor, Ian Kwon--the first to use Hayoon’s name and pay him any mind. As the two grow closer, Hayoon starts to believe maybe he does deserve good things.

Unexpectedly, he has reached an agreement to murder someone in exchange with a "psycho". He is afraid, scared, threatened but unable to escape. It's as if he's addicted or in love with that "psycho". Collapsed, crazy, mysterious. Characters: Scheming tsundere psycho X cold hearted college student. This is a dark, pure, sweet(?) and sadistic story.

Following the events of Life Is Strange's "Sacrifice Arcadia Bay" ending, the comic follows Max and Chloe as they come to terms with the aftermath of the storm and letting Arcadia Bay be destroyed.One year after the devastating storm ravaged Arcadia Bay, they are struggling to build a new life. When Max seemingly starts travelling in time without her knowledge or control, she and Chloe must return to where their journey began – to uncover the truth, set things right, and confront the ghosts of the past.

Unexpectedly, he has reached an agreement to murder someone in exchange with a "psycho". He is afraid, scared, threatened but unable to escape. It's as if he's addicted or in love with that "psycho". Collapsed, crazy, mysterious. Characters: Scheming tsundere psycho X cold hearted college student. This is a dark, pure, sweet(?) and sadistic story.

Lily’s family chose to sacrifice her freedom, but the infamous Duke Blake has set a trap to ensnare her heart instead. Lily is sent to the duke’s estate like an innocent lamb for slaughter...although Lily’s love already belongs to a handmaid named Anna. At the estate, an uneasiness gnaws at her mind...is there anyone in the world who truly loves her back?

Wen’s boyfriend, Hua, seemed perfect. He’s super hot, a little oblivious, and—as Wen will soon find out—was an adult film star in gay porn?! He says he did it for the money but, when more secrets and more lovers appear from the past, Wen can’t decide who Hua really is. Does he love her? Or is this just one of his many faces…

I met my annoying ex-girlfriend again during the zombie apocalypse?!

"Royal Ikeoji Wedding" is a captivating tale of love, duty, and sacrifice. The story follows a princess forced to join a bride selection process to save her struggling kingdom from poverty. But fate takes an unexpected turn when she is attacked and rescued by a mysterious, kind-hearted older man with a charming presence and an endearing beard. Can she abandon her royal responsibilities in pursuit of personal happiness? Will the age difference between them affect their budding relationship? Discover how their story unfolds in this unforgettable journey of romance and self-discovery.

When she wakes up, Mila immediately notices that she has been inexplicably transported to the year 1940, during the time when the Dutch Colony was reigning supreme in Batavia. Confronted with this perplexing predicament, Mila is compelled to find a way to return to her own time. Yet, her efforts take an ominous turn as she stumbles upon a shocking scene—a man, her very own grandfather, committing a heinous murder in his garden, where he proceeds to bury the unfortunate victim amongst his flowers.

Would you confess your love for someone if it meant saving your life? Well, that's what I did. I’m a ghost named Umin, and my girlfriend is a ghost hunter. Quite the cliche, I know... Honestly, I don’t know how I’m gonna get rid of her, but I can’t just let her kill me, either!

An exhibition catalog that details the background of the "Inoue Takehiko: The LAST Manga Exhibition," held in the early summer of 2008 at the Ueno Royal Museum, through photos and text. It reveals why the exhibition was held at this time, and unveils Takehiko Inoue’s struggles and resolve. The first of two exhibition catalogues (Crescent Moon and Full Moon).

Mika Ono works for a minor magazine department at a major publishing company, until one day she's thrust into the AMA editorial department. <br>It's full of rising stars and gorgeous men, but they're even more twisted than she ever imagined.<br> Meanwhile, Mika's looking forward to living on her own - that is, until her new address comes with an unfamiliar man attached...! <br>Now, the two will have to cohabit in secret! <br>A comic version of the hit romance on Love 365: Find Your Story!

When his fulfilling life goes down the drain, Katsuragi tries to end it all - only to be pulled back by a man he hasn't ever met before. But is he really here to save him, or...? Warning: Suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, dubious consent

Eight years after Woojae’s worst heartbreak, Haesoo, the one who got away, walks back into his life. Ready to reignite the flames, Woojae discovers Haesoo’s taste for D/S relationships. Woojae reluctantly agrees to give it a shot, signing up to be her submissive partner. But with both lacking the know-how, the question looms: will their second chance at love lead to another downfall?

The story picks up the events of the Tekken 2 video game with Jun Kazama and Kazuya Mishima as the main characters. The plot is not canonical.

He'll do it with anyone if asked, even with me. It's not easy for college student Shuri to harbor affection for Hisato, a vampire who's been like a father to him, when Hisato will kiss, have sex with, and even whisper words of love to any who wishes for it. Wanting to become the "soulmate" that Hisato has been yearning for, Shuri is ruthlessly eliminating people getting close to him, but there's no end to people willing to give their blood and bodies to Hisato in return for the pleasure they get from getting their blood sucked...

[Klein Moretti a.k.a. Mr. Fool's Food Appreciation Essay]. And [Its Name]. Praise The Fool! ⚠Attention⚠ • Please do <i>not</i> re-upload this fan translation. • Also, this is a <i>heavy</i> spoiler for those who haven't read the novel before. *Read at with your own risk.* • Not 100% accurate. So I apologize if I made any grammatical errors. This was my first time making one. I hope you grasp the context of the story.

Daegun Gal is a salaryman currently suffering from long night shifts and little pay. Then, one night, a devil appeared and claims to know him personally?! This is the story of a man and the devil that swept him off his feet.

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Filled with gorgeous illustrations and concept art from the hit Netflix series, The Art and Making of Arcane is an immersive journey behind the scenes of the Emmy Award-winning Animated Series! --- The Art and Making of Arcane takes readers through the visual journey of Riot Games’ and Fortiche's revolutionary animated series. Featuring early art styles, evolving character designs, and jaw-dropping worldbuilding artwork, this volume is the definitive compendium of Arcane’s creative process and vision. Arcane and League of Legends fans alike will be amazed by the visual development of fan-favorite champions, the breathtaking cityscapes of Piltover and Zaun, and the riveting inventions of hextech and Shimmer. This book includes early designs showing how characters evolved visually, gorgeous vistas of sprawling background and setting art, and interviews with over 20 key animators, writers, directors, artists, game designers, musicians, and other creators. EXCLUSIVE ACETATE COVER: The Art and Making of Arcane comes with an acetate jacket exclusive to this edition. IN-WORLD EXTRAS: This stunning tome will also come with a trove of in-world extras. All editions of the book will include a Jinx poster, a removable map of Piltover, an in-world blueprint, a Vander Letter, fold-out spreads showcasing content from seasons one and two, and more. ORIGINAL ART: Features beautiful, never-before-seen concept art that helped adapt the global blockbuster video game into a critically acclaimed animated series. EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS: Hear from the development teams at Riot Games and Fortiche on the groundbreaking process that brought the world of Runeterra into the cinematic limelight. GO BEHIND THE SCENES: Filled with both behind-the-scenes looks at the inspiration and iteration of the people and places in Arcane, breakdowns of key scenes, and a deep dive into Fortiche’s artisanal animation style, The Art and Making of Arcane chronicles the incredible work and talent that went into crafting such a dynamic and instantly iconic series.

As an e-pal, it took Chi Yu an entire year to snag the top spot on the e-pal platform. Then, he met the most difficult rival of his career, who struck him down from his throne. However, he never expected that his rival would be...

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Chapter 8 in Naver's 2023 Rookie Short Story Collection (2023 루키 단편선).

Kiyoshi Ryuji the most feared delinquent wishes to confess his feelings to Haruzaki Sayuri the most popular girl in school, his girlfriend whom he forced into a relationship through his fearsome reputation. Despite being in a relationship they've never acted like it due to certain fears but now the clock is ticking, not much time is left,It's up to Ryuji to end it all in one last date...

Precious ,a person whose consciousness is still intact after being infected, and Vito his boyfriend are running away from a hoard of zombies but in a bridge accident Precious falls to his doom and falls into an oak forest. Precious gains consciousness to hear another zombie, Si Lan, who's collecting acorns.

The man of her dreams does exist... too bad she can't fall asleep. When Eve is visited one night by a mysterious apparition, she finds that her chronic insomnia is miraculously cured. Meanwhile Dae, the dream eater, finds himself unexpectedly and unwillingly drawn to Eve. This can either be a dream come true or their worst nightmare.

The man of her dreams does exist... too bad she can't fall asleep. When Eve is visited one night by a mysterious apparition, she finds that her chronic insomnia is miraculously cured. Meanwhile Dae, the dream eater, finds himself unexpectedly and unwillingly drawn to Eve. This can either be a dream come true or their worst nightmare.

Charles is a vampire that never really expected to settle down, but Cheryl had other plans. Now they've been happily married for almost fifty years, but explaining why Charles still looks the way he did in his 20s is getting...difficult. They'll have to contend with Vampire Hunters, Werewolves, and Cheryl's old lady friends, but nothing is impossible for this supernatural duo!

Charles is a vampire that never really expected to settle down, but Cheryl had other plans. Now they've been happily married for almost fifty years, but explaining why Charles still looks the way he did in his 20s is getting...difficult. They'll have to contend with Vampire Hunters, Werewolves, and Cheryl's old lady friends, but nothing is impossible for this supernatural duo!

Dong-Uk is always sensitive and picky about being haunted by ghosts every night. However, he manages to sleep peacefully for the first time in his life, when he sleeps next to Dohyeon. They thought they were meant for one another and knew everything about each other, even though they didn’t talk much. Dong-Uk feels that their relationship is not working well and tries to hold on to Dohyeon, while Dohyeon is afraid to find out what’s about to come when the happy moments are gone. Just like the weather forecast, their love is so unpredictable.

A Mature-rated comedy that gives new meaning to “the family jewels”! Satou Yukinari has a very strange condition: he ejaculates diamonds. Although these special diamonds are worth a fortune, and he could orgasm his way to great riches, they come with a price–each diamond costs him a year of his life! And beyond that, his condition has attracted a horde of beautiful seductress witches who want his precious stones, regardless of what it costs him. Watch Yukinari try to overcome sexy but deadly temptation in this outrageous, raunchy comedy!

"I thought I was the happiest person in the world... Until that day." Aya is twenty-nine and in her second year of marriage. She was enjoying a peaceful life with her husband, a handsome and faithful man who was the envy of those around her. One day, Aya sees a certain message on her husband's cellphone, and now he's starting to come home late... "Is he actually busy with work? Or is there some other reason...?" Should Aya question her husband and risk destroying her marriage, or should she keep her doubts to herself and protect the peaceful life she has...? A marriage life of uncertainty is about to unfold...

Sayo is assigned to sew a yukata as home economics homework. She takes out the fabric her mother had intended to sew but was unable to. As she begins to sew it herself, she keeps reminiscing about her memories with her mother...

A dream bird enters the depths of your heart and shows you your dream. Yet, what if you cannot accept what you see?

People bathing at a temple are gossiping about the Atoner. A young man, traveling along a tributary of the Nile River, hears about the Atoner from them. The Atoner is offered to the gods as a "sacrifice to atone for sin." Marked on the forehead, blinded, castrated, and condemned to wander, the The Atoner is both shunned and feared. Yet, despite their disgust, people do not kill the Atoner out of respect for the divine offering. The young man eventually encounters the Atoner, who becomes his traveling companion...

!! **adapted from: Sensei, Kowai Hanashimasen ka <https://manhuascan.com/title/105330-sensei-kowai-hanashi-shimasenka-official>** From Futekiya: How do you explain your dreams to someone? How do you explain your nightmares? A collection of stories to lull you into the world of dreams... or nightmares. "Nightmare in the Art Room": Rumors have been spreading throughout the school that Mr. Hizuki has a mysterious power that awakens his sixth sense. But that is exactly what drew Miyamae to ask Mr. Hizuki to be a model for his next painting. Reluctantly, Mr. Hizuki accepts and proceeds to spend intimate time with Miyamae... (Warning: Psychological horror and Rape) "Suspicious Sleep Paralysis": Mr. Hizuki is having sixth sense problems again. But this time, they're more than just dreams. Have you ever experienced the sensations of the dream world even though you are wide awake? (Warning: Sexual assault) "Library Molester": Clearly, Mr. Hizuki is a popular teacher. Guys and ghosts love him. So what will he do when they come for him all at once? (Warning: Rape) "Eat Up!": Ohsaki has a food fetish. When he sees whipped cream on Sato's body, it makes him want to whip his cream. His lust is so ravenous that it becomes contagious, making Sato question his own desires. "It's Not a Joke!": Takahane is a bright and beautiful worker, as opposed to the unkept Saito, who seems angry all the time. What will blossom between the two opposites when Takahane sticks to Saito for months on end? "Fascination": Mr. Karasuma wanders into a desolate village and decides to stay at a quiet inn with a hot spring, managed by a beautiful master. Mr. Karasuma enjoys everything but the bugs. He can't stand them. What can he do when he finds a bug has made its way into his yukata? (Warning: Rape)

My boyfriend that was 287km away is now 3km away? Professor Bai Chang Yi, used to be good at understanding others, but is now no longer humane. The happiness in Ting Shuang's heart vanished in an instant, leaving only fear, if you think about it, it seems that there will be disaster in the near future.

Jiseo Kim, a cameraman struggling to pay off a debt, takes a high-paying job filming intimate moments between actor Huijae Woo and his BDSM partner. While Jiseo thinks it’s just about his camera skills, things get awkward when he realizes Huijae knows far too much about him. Now Jiseo’s questioning if there’s something more to this gig than just the money.

1-3) Illumination Twenty-nine-year-old Mikita Ryuuji has been hiding his love for his friend Koya for so long that he can't take it anymore. At his wit's end, he spends one night with Sudo, a man he met at a bar. It was supposed to be a one-night stand, an event he'd forget about the next day with someone he'd never see again. But when Sudo does show up again, this time determined to stay for good, Mikita's life starts to fall apart... 4) Love, or Something 5) Roses, Thorns and a Shattering Clang 6) About Him 7) God's name is Night 8) - extra stories Less...