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From Netcomics: After a night of drinking, Soko wakes up one morning to find Kaoru, a mysterious young man, sleeping in her bed and unable to remember how he got there. It's bad enough that Soko happens to be engaged to a decent man, Matsuda, but the man she just cheated on him with is only a teenager. Horrified, Soko demands Kaoru leave immediately. Unfortunately, Kaoru is the son of family friends who sent him to the city to live with her for awhile. She has no choice but to let Kaoru stay, if she wants her secret kept. But, her secret isn't the only one around. Matsuda's boss schemes to marry him to an important client's daughter. Kaoru insists he deeply loves Soko. And Kaoru has his own stalkers from the past. Flower Garden is a quirky story about how love is a garden that exists everywhere, the only trick is finding the flower meant for you.

Douzono Tsugumi, who works for a major electrical company, spends her vacation at her grandmother's home in the country. Her grandmother soon passes away during hospitalization, and Tsugumi decides to continue living in her grandmother's house. However, a mysterious man shows up holding the key to the rear house, and despite not fully comprehending the relationship he had with her grandmother, they begin living together.<br /><br />Nominated for the 3rd Manga Taisho Award (2010).

The manga centers on Ayame and Tsubaki, who are researchers at a lab in the biology department of T University. Ayame is a "returnee," someone who lived abroad for a while and then returned to Japan. He does things at his own pace and is a "dinosaur otaku," and Tsubaki is his older colleague who is an enthusiast of studying the skeletons of birds and dinosaurs. The manga follows their slightly strange romantic relationship.

"I want this man for myself." Nails, makeup, hair... Remi, an office worker, doesn't slack off when it comes to investing in herself. The reason she's willing to go this far? To snag a man who's worthy of her, of course. One day, her childhood friend, Yumi, asks Remi to check out a man that she is interested in and introduces them. Much to her surprise, Takashi is ideal husband material, and the perfect high-caliber man that Remi has been looking for! She immediately decides that she'll make him hers, no matter what. And Takashi doesn't seem too put off by Remi flaunting her good looks his way... What will come of this greedy love affair?! A collection of stories about girls and their lives now that they're all grown up.

The time is the Taisho era (1912-1926), when movies were still called "katsudo shashin" ("moving pictures," i.e. silent films). Hanae is in an arranged marriage with Koushiro, who is eight years older than her. However, this Koushiro has another name. He is the most popular benshi of his generation, Utsutsubashi Kousei. How is the newlywed life of Hanae who became the wife of a popular showman? This is a story of pure and innocent love fulfilled by a couple with an age difference.

Framed for a crime she didn’t commit, Isabel died leaving behind her little daughter. 10 years later, she awakens in another woman’s body, with only one year left to live. But the world she returns to is even crueler. Her daughter is now married to the very man who murdered her, all in the name of revenge. With just one year, Isabel must find a way to save her daughter, no matter the cost.

Sorang's one wish is to abandon the sluggish life of a half-human, half-goblin and become the perfect Korean goblin. However, when she crosses paths with a special human named Sujo in her shop, Sorang Studio, a budding romance forms. Will their different goals cause friction, or will they grow together?

The story follows Lucy, a young woman raising her son alone, and William, an influential businessman with a family. As the attraction between them deepens, they both face challenging questions: Can we risk everything for love? How do our decisions impact those around us? Where do we draw the line between duty and desire?

Manga artist Shungicu Uchida, whose numerous hit works include the revolutionary child-rearing manga "We are Reproducing," and "Minami's Lover," which has been dramatized for TV many times, was suddenly diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2015...!The slapstick events leading up to the discovery, hospitalization, and surgery, the mechanism and side effects of anticancer drugs, the physical and environmental changes that ensued, and the turbulent days with her four children before and after the surgery... The author's unique comic essay on the battle against cancer faces cancer head-on and describes it in her trademark frank style.

[Mature Audiences Only] At work, Nahee is a quiet woman who hates attracting attention. But at home, she posts selfies in lingerie on an anonymous app and enjoys the thirsty compliments she gets. Unfortunately, these two worlds clash when the new hire at work, Yiheon, finds out about Nahee's scandalous hobby. Claiming he can only get excited by looking at her naughty pics, he promises to keep her spicy secret if she continues posting them. Although he only acts pervy on the app and keeps things professional at the office, Nahee isn't sure if she can separate work from pleasure the same way...

Sayuri, Miyuki, and Tsubomi, a trio of fujoshi, are thrilled to be in a paradise where 33 out of 36 students in their class are boys. This fujoshi comedy follows these high school girls, who are completely immersed in their fantasies, showing no interest in real love and instantly categorizing everyone they see as either "uke" or "seme," along with their classmates who give off a BL vibe.

Jibaku Shonen Hanako-kun is a supernatural manga by AidaIro that follows high schooler Nene Yashiro, who summons the ghost of Hanako-san, a spirit rumored to haunt the school bathroom and grant wishes. Instead of a scary ghost, Hanako is a mischievous boy who pulls Nene into adventures of uncovering secrets of the school’s 7 mysteries.

There are two sides to every working adult: one they show when they're on the job, and one they show when they're off the clock. For coworkers Sotaro Amata and Akira Hanku, this holds doubly true. Outside the office, these fashionistas don outfits that metamorphose them into completely different people! So what happens when they form a connection after hours…without recognizing who the other person is?

Award-winning novel now in vertical-scrolling comic!! Chinatsu didn't expect that she would be dropped out of the project which she had been enjoying working on, and transferred to a small related company. On her first day at the new office, Chinatsu start talking to a man sitting next to him. Suddenly, her boss asked her: "You see him?" That division was in charge of projects that no other divisions are doing. Many people call the division "Haunting Department." Chinatsu goes to check an unit where strange things happen with her boss and the ghost sitting next to her. The ghost, whose name is Genki, is a nice guy, and Chinatsu turns up asking him to live with her... A cute, not-so-scary love comedy.

Father Daniel is the new teacher at the Keobiji Muncipality High school, a dump where all the local troublemakers gather. All is well until one night, while on patrol, he sees a woman... beating a man. Sensing something is wrong, he immediately goes to report it the next day. Except that, this woman is not who she seems to be. A strange relationship between a dedicated priest and a hot-blooded troublemaker is about to begin?!?!

The Kitauji high school wind instrument club had at one time participated in national tournaments and was a champion school, but after the club's adviser changed, they have not been able to even participate in the qualifying tournament. Under the strict leadership of Taki, a substitute for Ms. Rikako, they steadily build up their strength. As they fight over who plays solos, some students give priority to studying and quit club activities. Finally, the long wished-for day of the contest arrives.

Ririko, a role model Charisma Gal from Shibuya, finds herself playing amateur detective after an unexpected turn of events. She is keen to solve cases to impress elite police detective Nii, a man she adores and regards as her fiance. But her enthusiasm leads her into a whole lot of trouble.

Hua Qi, has never fit in, she’s been bullied since childhood. She’s a determined child, caring for her one family, her sister Xiao Ai. She dreams and wishes every night, hoping maybe she could have a better life. She hopes her dreams will guide her to success, where stars will show her light. She only hopes…for something better.

A survival horror about love, acceptance, death and revenge. And sexy flesh-eating demons. Yeah, it has those, too.

To take revenge on the husband who stole everything from her, Lorena chose death. But the moment she miraculously returned to the past, her resolve changed. This life will be different. To protect her family—and crush her husband. There’s only one way: a scandal-ridden divorce. “I need a stray dog. Because I’m going to hunt down the hound.” A dangerous alliance. A deadly bargain. Now, her revenge begins.

When Jaejeong Shin’s dad rents out part of their house, he loses his favorite room, and gains a grudge. The tenants? A single mom and her daughter, Arin Woo. Things spiral when Jaejeong discovers their parents are having an affair. And, turns out, Arin just learned about their affair too. Bound by this dirty secret, Jaejeong and Arin grow closer, even as resentment simmers. As secrets pile up and tensions rise at school, the two form a dangerous pact: if their parents won’t stop the affair, they will.

Arata returns to her parents' home to take over the family business of piano tuning. There she meets Kyoko, a woman who seems to refuse to interact with others. She later learns that Kyoko is the daughter of an international pianist. And thus, the two inexperienced musicians gradually deepen their relationship through piano. Moving closer and further apart, they live their lives, reveling in the momentary understanding and cohabitation.

In the harem of the Khan, wisdom is beauty. The time: the thirteenth century. The place: Yeke Mongol Ulus, the greatest empire the world has ever known. The woman: Fatima, hailing from Persia, where medical technique and scientific knowledge have been perfected beyond all precedent. Fatima's desire for a stage where she can put her knowledge to work has brought her to the palace of the Mongols, where she falls under the wing of Töregene, the sixth wife of Ögedei, the second Great Khan—a mighty woman with complicated feelings about the direction of the empire. These two women are the axel upon which the politics of the palace, and soon the very world, will turn...

In the depths of Chinatown lies a curious pet shop. There, it's said you can find any animal you desire, no matter how fantastical…or dangerous. The city is plagued with strange accidents, and somehow, pets from that shop always seem to be involved. Detective Leon Orcot is determined to pin the blame on Count D, the shop's caretaker. But the beautiful man is just as enigmatic as his pets—and he certainly isn't talking. Extra Info:

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Suddenly, a person's face turns black, and they die a few days later. Futaba Rinka, who has this special ability, begins living with her cousin Nishimiya Saku after the death of her parents. Since she was a child, Saku has been Rinka's only source of comfort. And her first love. But Saku has a secret that he hasn't told Rinka...? A love suspense story about a girl with special abilities and a mysterious young man!

I was a runaway orphan working three jobs to survive. I was always exhausted, but at least I had money. One day, I overheard some girls talking about Crown Princess Heine, a novel known for its risqué scenes. But before I could read it, I died! Soon, I transmigrated into the book as the villainess, Annette Ethelred. Annette is hated by everyone because she tried to kill Heine, but I'm not going down that route. I'm going to keep my head down, make money, and check out all the hot guys!

Office Lady Yurufuwa Ayaka loves Hiroko, a senpai at work. Two people who think that each other are straight, drawn by the up-and-coming Sal Jiang. A precious office romantic comedy!

Yugo Beppu is a master negotiator and mediator. Fluency in five languages, Socratic wit, and a deep understanding of human nature combined with top-level international connections make him a formidable operator. When a woman's father is seized by Dacoit bandits in Pakistan, Mayuko seeks Yugo's help. After complex and dangerous negotiations, he secures his release. After this success Yugo is called in to deal with yakuza in Japan, triads in Hong Kong, the IRA in Northern Ireland, and the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs in Siberia. (Source: M-U)

Marvel Illustrated was a Marvel Comics publishing imprint specializing in comic book adaptations of classic literature. Each novel's story is told in the form of a limited series, the issues of which are later collected as a trade paperback. Writer Roy Thomas has adapted many of the titles; the imprint is also known for its six adaptations of books from the Land of Oz series, all done by Eric Shanower and Skottie Young; and its four adaptations of Jane Austen novels by writer Nancy Butler.

At Yeongweoldang shrine lives Kim Seo-ryeong, a veteran mansin (female shaman). Noh Seung-rae, who was born into a shaman family yet has spent his life rejecting the calling, seeks her help because his young daughter has suddenly lost her sight. Offended by Seung-rae’s scornful disbelief in shamanism, Seo-ryeong turns him down and leaves. But that very night—and every night after—unsettling dreams invade Seo-ryeong’s sleep, showing her fragments of Seung-rae’s past. Unable to ignore the signs, she starts investigating the household… and the aura surrounding that little girl is anything but ordinary!

Three friends get together for an unfortunate occasion. Each of them is facing a difficult moment, between finished or complicated loves. But even if it is difficult and it seems to you that your heart is about to dry up, you can always find new light and hope if you reunite with people you love to eat rice together.

In a world where only one Saint is born per generation, the birth of twin sisters—Hestia and Astrea—was a miracle… and a problem. While Hestia was hailed for her holy powers, Astrea—the younger twin—was labeled useless and treated like an afterthought. When Hestia refuses a politically arranged marriage meeting, Astrea is forced to go in her place. But things take an unexpected turn when she captures the attention of Silvert, the charming second prince of a neighboring kingdom—and somehow ends up engaged!?

In the harsh northern land of “Licon”, There, Evelyn Ephonhart, the Grand Duke hailed as the true pillar of the North, personally takes the front lines to fend off the constant invasion of monsters. One day, after finishing a routine monster-slaying mission and preparing to return, she discovers an unconscious man buried in the snow. “I came here for one reason only and that is to stay by your side.” The suspicious man seems to know Evelyn all too well, and though wary, she has him imprisoned. Yet no matter how many times he’s locked up… he keeps escaping, only to return to her side again and again. The man who refuses to leave her alone is Gio Clozen. With no other choice, Evelyn decides to keep him close at hand… so she can monitor him herself. Meanwhile, a series of mysterious thefts begin to occur throughout Licon… Could Gio’s sudden appearance and the unexplained incidents be connected somehow?

Mizuki is a small woman with a baby face whom everybody treats like a pet hamster. She's in a relationship with Akira, her very tall and tough-looking boss, who is secretly into all things cute. One day they finally decide to make love, but Akira's manhood is just as oversized as the rest of him, and way bigger than she ever could have imagined. On top of that, he's almost a foot and a half taller than her! Their size difference allows them to have a uniquely sweet and exciting love life that will enthrall them both...!

Rather than borrowing the power of the earrings and gaining great strength, the people of “Miao” are trapped by it’s side effects. Hundreds of years ago, “Aewol” and “Panhwa” who barely survived extinction, the two families both quietly lived in the west part of the continent while serving as a guard. One day, the Yokai God’s representative “Juno” descends to the ground and announces a “trial” for the people. A crisis where if they can’t solve this riddle-like problem, the two families will disappear from earth…! Will Aewol and Panhwa survive this crisis? And why did this ordeal find the Miao?

from fictiondb: OVERTHROWN BY PASSION Crown Prince Alexander Thorne's honorable intentions were overturned when he rescued a red-haired siren from the sea and gave in to the chemistry raging between them. Alex had sworn he would never again be ruled by a woman, yet lovely Sophia Dunhill might be carrying his heir, and duty required she be kept very close at hand. Sophia valued her freedom and had no intention of remaining in Prince Alex's island kingdom for longer than it took to repair her boat -- royal command or no. Despite his fiery kisses and their heated nights, Sophia wanted more. Could her love transform her duty-bound prince into a man ruled by his passions?

Violet-eyed French Princess Celeste is en route to a remote area in Northern England to fulfill an engagement arranged by her father. After a slew of unbelievable hardships, her aunt falls ill and her travelling party is delayed. Brother Guy, a novice monk with unearthly beauty, is hired as a guide. Completely disappointed in women, Brother Guy makes a vow with God to keep silent while serving as the guide to the beautiful princess, totally unaware of the unimaginable, cruel fate that awaits them…

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3 Stories (part 1 and 3 of chapter 1 and chapter 3) here were adapted into a movie called Bourei no Sumu Ie ~Kanako Inuki Kyoufu WORLD~ (world)1. Kurayami no Onnatachi (** Women of the Darkness) 3 stories about women living normal lives in their apartments, but eventually everything starts going wrong.2. Gokiburi no Ie (** The House of Cockroaches)A rich woman that has a terrible fear of cockroaches faces a bizarre cockroach infestation...3. Kao no nai Onna (** Faceless Woman)A woman's neighbor starts trying to take her identity and life...4. Jukai Kitan (** Strange Tale of the Sea of Trees)A man enters the famous Aokigahara forest, known for its suicides, and he finds the corpse of a beautiful woman, and decides to take photos of it...5. Rei to Asobu na Kodomotachi!! (* !!* Children, Don't Play with Ghosts!!Kanako Inuki tells her own scary stories from childhood.6. Akumu no Tobira (** Door of Nightmares)A girl is stuck in twisted fairytale-esque nightmares...

"Who is the villain of your story...?" Misato had a perfect childhood, with parents who loved her and a home on an idyllic island in Japan's inland sea. But then a TV show starts shooting in town. Misato's cast as an extra, and in an instant, her life is turned on its head. A woman appears claiming to be her real mother, and before she knows it Misato is living in a lavish mansion surrounded by greedy schemers of all stripes. The curtain rises on the story of a rising star who plunges into an abyss—where the only sustenance is vengeance!

Welcome to the very popular cafe where cute penguins and laid-back hotties work!! One day, a college boy brings in a new part-timer… which turn out to be 3 penguins?!?! This is “Cafe Michikake”, a popular cafe where penguins full of personality work. They will heal you with cuteness and laughter. They work, get depressed, and get angry because they eat too much… The penguins are extremely busy today too! This is a heartwarming, slice of life comic that is sure to make you laugh and heal you with hotties who are pushed around by adorable penguins.

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Mizuki is a small woman with a baby face whom everybody treats like a pet hamster. She's in a relationship with Akira, her very tall and tough-looking boss, who is secretly into all things cute. One day they finally decide to make love, but Akira's manhood is just as oversized as the rest of him, and way bigger than she ever could have imagined. On top of that, he's almost a foot and a half taller than her! Their size difference allows them to have a uniquely sweet and exciting love life that will enthrall them both...!

The manga's story begins when the relative of the president of a major company moves with their family to a quiet rural town. There, the family's son Tatsuomi plans his suicide, but is spotted by Riko, a local girl. While Tatsuomi is troubled by many things, Riko still intends to befriend him, and they slowly grow closer. When Tatsuomi's birthday approaches, Riko gives him both a gift and a certain promise.

42-year-old Kyoko Otsuka has spent the last 13 years living life as "mom" for her rebellious daughter and soft-spoken husband. Kyoko thought her average and hectic life would continue this way until one day she is told that she only has a year left to live! Shocked by this news, Kyoko decides she wants to spend the remainder of her life "living for herself." She declares to her family, who have been spoiled and taken her for granted, that she is done being their "mom" and is going to take back her life as "Kyoko"!