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Blue Flag, Vol. 1 by Kaito
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 44 ratingsAn unexpected love quadrangle with a dash of unrequited love as two classmates, a boy and a girl, begin to fall for each other when each of their best friends have already fallen for them... -
![Little Moments of Love by Catana Chetwynd]()
Little Moments of Love by Catana Chetwynd
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsWhat began as stray doodles on scraps of paper became an internet sensation when Catana Chetwynd’s boyfriend shared her drawings online. Now, Catana Comics touches millions of readers with its sweet, relatable humor. Little Moments of Love collects just that – the little moments that are the best parts of being with the person you love. -
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![A Bride’s Story, Vol. 1 by Kaoru Mori]()
A Bride’s Story, Vol. 1 by Kaoru Mori
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsAcclaimed creator Kaoru Mori (Emma, Shirley) brings the nineteenth-century Silk Road to lavish life, chronicling the story of Amir Halgal, a young woman from a nomadic tribe betrothed to a twelve-year-old boy eight years her junior... -
![A Dangerous Love by J. Peach]()
A Dangerous Love by J. Peach
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsYoung, smart and independent twenty-four-year old Peaches Johnson is trying to enjoy life to its fullest. But her overprotective and controlling brother, King, always stand in the way of everything that she wants, freedom. That is until she meets Blaze. Blaze, a friend of King's, had been warned that Peaches is off limits. But Blaze like can’t help the attraction he feels for her... -
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![A Hundred Days With You by Roma Dimaandal (whenitcomestolove), James John Andres]()
A Hundred Days With You by Roma Dimaandal (whenitcomestolove), James John Andres
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsWhen Dane Perez—the hottest and probably the haughtiest member of the popular school band, Treble Five—gets rebuffed by the girl of his dreams, Barbs Flores, he finds himself in a slump. Dane’s Treble Five barkada then comes up with an ingenious plan to not only get Dane’s groove back, but Barbs as well... -
![The Suite Life by Brooke St. James]()
The Suite Life by Brooke St. James
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI was completely exhausted when I first laid eyes on him. I had been traveling, and for the last twenty-four hours, sleep had evaded me. I knew I looked terrible, and I was relatively sure I didn't smell so great, either. It was not the most ideal moment to make a first impression. On a normal day, I wouldn't be so torn up about it, but today was different. This was the day I met Taylor... -
![Lessons Learned by Sydney Logan]()
Lessons Learned by Sydney Logan
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA young girl needs to spread her wings, but a young woman needs roots. English teacher Sarah Bray never thought she’d return to Sycamore Falls, but a traumatic event at her inner-city school leaves her desperate for the sanctuary of home. By returning to her roots, an older and wiser Sarah hopes to deal with the demons of her present and confront the ghosts of her past... -
![V.B. Rose, Volume 1 by Banri Hidaka]()
V.B. Rose, Volume 1 by Banri Hidaka
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsAgeha gets the job of a lifetime - making her sister's wedding dress. Ageha loves making handbags and other accessories, so when one of her sister's dress makers hurts his hand she jumps right in to help! And thus begins Ageha's adventures at the fashionable Velvet Blue Rose. -
![Ai Hime ~ Ai to Himegoto, Vol. 01 by Kako Mitsuki]()
Ai Hime ~ Ai to Himegoto, Vol. 01 by Kako Mitsuki
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsThey met. They kissed. The fate has brought them to be uncle and niece. Even though they're not blood-related, can Mao decide to love him and go through the struggles to give love for him? -
![ココにいるよ！（１） by Ema Tōyama, 遠山えま]()
ココにいるよ！（１） by Ema Tōyama, 遠山えま
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsHikage is a reclusive 8th grader who no one seems to notice. She finds comfort in her blog, and the the people who comment on it. Everything changes one day when two cute boys notice her. These boys are the most popular kids in the entire school. When one of them tells her something that she's always wanted to hear, she might not be as invisible as she thought. .. -
![Learning to Live: An Enemy to Lovers Ugly Cry by Kira Adams]()
Learning to Live: An Enemy to Lovers Ugly Cry by Kira Adams
Rated: 4.34 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsCiera. All I wanted was to be able to make it through my senior year. I didn’t need the stares, the jokes, or the bullies. I thought I could do it all on my own, but I was wrong. He filled my veins like a poison, the kind you can’t run from. Harsh and uncaring, he was broken, but somewhere along the way he seeped into my pores... -
![たいようのいえ 1 [Taiyou no Ie 1] by Taamo]()
たいようのいえ 1 [Taiyou no Ie 1] by Taamo
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 23 ratings"Back in the day, this place was like a house of magic. Surely there must have been an invisible wizard living here in such a place so filled with both tears and laughter. Or so I used to think. "... -
![House of the Sun, Vol. 1 by Taamo]()
House of the Sun, Vol. 1 by Taamo
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsAs a child, Mao spent all her time at Hiro’s house across the street. Going to his house always made her feel cheerful. A few years later… Mao’s father gets remarried and Mao finds herself with nowhere to call home. Hiro ends up letting her stay with him in the house he is protecting all by himself since the death of his parents... -
![Ima Koi: Now I'm in Love, Vol. 1 by Ayuko Hatta]()
Ima Koi: Now I'm in Love, Vol. 1 by Ayuko Hatta
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsAfter missing out on love and dating because she was too shy to confess her feelings, high school student Satomi blurts out how she feels the next time she gets a crush—and it’s to her impossibly handsome schoolmate Yagyu! To her surprise, he agrees to date her... -
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![Seductive Hearts: A brother's best friend romance by Missy Walker]()
Seductive Hearts: A brother's best friend romance by Missy Walker
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsA spicy brother's best friend, fake dating romance. Rose. I have always had a crush on my brother’s best friend, Colton Black. He was my first kiss, the one who shattered my heart. Since then, I promised myself no playboys. But I can't say no when Colton suggests a plan to help me win over my crush... -
![Angel of Mercy by Lurlene McDaniel]()
Angel of Mercy by Lurlene McDaniel
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsHeather Barlow has always been idealistic, and now that she has finished high school, she's ready to make a difference in the world. After graduation, she joins a mission group on a hospital mercy ship sailing to Africa. However, Heather is unprepared to face the disease, famine, and misery she encounters. Ian McCollum is also among the medical staff in Uganda... -
![Gokusen 1 by Kozueko Morimoto]()
Gokusen 1 by Kozueko Morimoto
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsFresh out of college, Kumiko "Yankumi" Yamaguchi becomes a math teacher at an all-boys high school. Unfortunately for her, she's assigned by the school board as the homeroom teacher for class 3-D, which happens to be the class of delinquent students. When the class attempts to make a living hell out of Yankumi's career, they fail as her persistence and aggression gain her respect... -
![Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad, Volume 1 by Harold Sakuishi]()
Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad, Volume 1 by Harold Sakuishi
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsSakuishi's addictive manga series is now available in the U. S. Shy 14-year-old Yukio Tanaka's life is changed forever when he meets rocker Ryusuke Minami, an unpredictable 16-year-old with a cool dog named Beck. Full color. Rated for older teens. -
![Kindergarten Wars, Vol. 1 by You Chiba, Christine Dashiell]()
Kindergarten Wars, Vol. 1 by You Chiba, Christine Dashiell
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsIT’S PLAYTIME! Rita is Convict No. 999, a former legendary assassin who now works at a kindergarten for the children of the world’s most powerful people. Her job is to protect the kids from the clutches of would-be kidnappers and contract killers... -
![The Secret Notes of Lady Kanoko, Volume 1 by Ririko Tsujita]()
The Secret Notes of Lady Kanoko, Volume 1 by Ririko Tsujita
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsIt's high school meets nature documentary in this new shojo comedy! Kanoko Naedoko, a third-year student in junior high, doesn't make friends and keeps to herself. Which is fine by her because then she can be the ideal 'objective observer'... -
![Koizora , Volume 1 by 美嘉]()
Koizora , Volume 1 by 美嘉
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsMika is just a normal high school students who dreams of having a wonderful love. And then one day, she happens to meet Hiro, the guy of her destiny. While experiencing many sad events, and while getting hurt, the time she spends with him is still one of the most happy moments in her life…. -
![Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki, Vol. 1 by Yuki Yaku]()
Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki, Vol. 1 by Yuki Yaku
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsTomozaki is one of the best gamers in Japan, and in his opinion, the game of real life is one of the worst. No clear-cut rules for success, horribly balanced, and nothing makes sense. But then he meets a gamer who's just as good as him, and she offers to teach him a few exploits. .. -
![Blue Dream by Xavier Neal]()
Blue Dream by Xavier Neal
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFirst love. Last love. Only love. Well, at least that’s how Ryder Collins thinks of the girl he lost because of his addiction ten years ago. While Ryder is battling the demons of his past to save his future, he will start to question the nightmare that has become his reality and the illusive blue dream that he swears started it all. **Note from Author Book 2 coming Feb 2016**. -
![Takahashi from the Bike Shop, Vol. 1 by Arare Matsumushi, Giuseppe Di Martino]()
Takahashi from the Bike Shop, Vol. 1 by Arare Matsumushi, Giuseppe Di Martino
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsFrom unwanted advances from her boss and work dumped onto her by coworkers, thirty-year-old Tomoko Hanno, or Panko for short, struggles to stand up for herself. But when her rusty bike breaks down, she meets Ryohei Takahashi from the neighborhood bike repair shop. Although he can be a bit overbearing, Panko finds herself relying on his considerate nature and her world begins to shift…. -
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![Backstage Prince, Vol. 1 by Kanoko Sakurakouji]()
Backstage Prince, Vol. 1 by Kanoko Sakurakouji
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsDrawn into the exciting world of kabuki theatre, young Akari spends her time after school assisting the internationally famous actor, Shonosuke Ichimura. In the real world, however, this prince of kabuki is actually a high school cutie by the name of Ryusei. Akari is totally clueless about kabuki--and boys--but she's eager to learn about both... -
![Kimi ni Todoke: From Me to You: Soulmate, Vol. 1 by Karuho Shiina]()
Kimi ni Todoke: From Me to You: Soulmate, Vol. 1 by Karuho Shiina
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe story of Kimi ni Todoke continues in this sequel starring Sawako and her former rival Kurumi in college. With her jet-black hair, sinister smile, and silent demeanor, Sawako “Sadako” Kuronuma always had trouble fitting in during high school. But with help from her friends, her boyfriend Kazehaya, and even her rival-turned-friend Kurumi, Sawako came out of her shell... -
![Sensual Phrase, Vol. 1 by Mayu Shinjō]()
Sensual Phrase, Vol. 1 by Mayu Shinjō
Rated: 4.04 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsAs a budding poet and lyricist, Aine is on her way to an audition one fateful afternoon. Absentmindedly stepping into the street, she barely avoids getting struck by an oncoming vehicle. Not only is the cute teenager lucky to be alive, but her brush with death turns out to be a date with destiny... -
![Too Young to Die by Lurlene McDaniel]()
Too Young to Die by Lurlene McDaniel
Rated: 4.04 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsAt sixteen, Melissa Austin has always worked hard to make things go her way. As the school year begins, her grades are up and she's even landed a coveted spot on the high school Brain Bowl team. She and her best friend, Jory Delaney, are determined to have the best junior year ever. Then suddenly Melissa must face some devastating news about her health... -
![You're My Cutie, Vol. 1 by Nakaba Harufuji]()
You're My Cutie, Vol. 1 by Nakaba Harufuji
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsMadoka is obsessed with shojo manga -- specifically manga that features younger, innocent guys who fall for their Sempai. So she should be thrilled when a gorgeous kohai comes to work at her father's restaurant. .. except he's rude and standoffish, and wants nothing to do with her... -
![Gazing at the Star Next Door, Vol. 1 by Ammitsu]()
Gazing at the Star Next Door, Vol. 1 by Ammitsu
Rated: 4.09 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWhat do you do when your best friend (and secret crush) becomes a national sweetheart? This story of unrequited love between a girl and her best friend, whose acting career is pulling him further and further away, is perfect for fans of In the Clear Moonlit Dusk and Kimi ni Todoke. Chiaki is a pretty normal teenage girl...Categorized as:
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![Kitchen Princess: Search for the Angel Cake by Miyuki Kobayashi]()
Kitchen Princess: Search for the Angel Cake by Miyuki Kobayashi
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsRECIPE FOR LOVE? Najika faces a new challenge, and it may be her toughest one yet. Before their tragic accident, her parents, both famous pastry chefs, made a promise to the grandmother of a classmate of Najika’s: to duplicate a white cake the elderly woman once tasted abroad as a teenager. Now Najika hopes to re-create the cake herself... -
![Yamaguchi-kun Isn't So Bad, Vol. 1 by Yuu Saiki]()
Yamaguchi-kun Isn't So Bad, Vol. 1 by Yuu Saiki
Shy Satsuki Shinohara's plan for a big high school debut are almost ruined by a pervert on the train, but she's saved by none other than the "gangster" student in her class, Yamaguchi-kun. He's already got a bad rap with the other students, and though Satsuki tries to approach him, he seems to always weasel out of her grasp...Categorized as:
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![Good Girls by Max Henry]()
Good Girls by Max Henry
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBoys versus girls. Those who have it all versus those who’d do anything to get it. Caught between two worlds, I no longer know who I am. I was one of the Chosen. Four girls, and four boys, destined to have it all: wealth, status, and a future. Now, I find myself on the other side looking for a way back in. My father’s criminal case meant we lost it all... -
![Poems to Fall in Love With by Chris Riddell]()
Poems to Fall in Love With by Chris Riddell
Rated: 4.04 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsIn Poems to Fall in Love With Chris Riddell has selected and illustrated his very favourite classic and modern poems about love. This gorgeously illustrated collection celebrates love in all its guises, from silent admiration through passion to tearful resignation. These poems speak of the universal experiences of the heart and are brought to life with Chris's exquisite, intricate artwork... -
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![The Unusual Suspects by Dominic Carrillo]()
The Unusual Suspects by Dominic Carrillo
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsNia’s young heart is broken– and someone’s going to pay. Who could’ve predicted where it would all lead? A teenage girl and a wise old writer, both driven by love, are now entangled in an apparent murder. Fate has bound these two strangers together in ways they never imagined. Alex was Nia’s first real boyfriend. Just as their summer romance heats up, he makes conflicting announcements... -
![Monthly in the Garden with My Landlord, Vol. 1 by ヨドカワ, Yodokawa]()
Monthly in the Garden with My Landlord, Vol. 1 by ヨドカワ, Yodokawa
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsManga editor Asako Suga decides moving into a new home is just the thing she needs to get over a painful breakup with her toxic ex-girlfriend. She finds the perfect place for rent—affordable, spacious, lovely garden included—but there’s one catch... -
![Forgetting the Past by Brenda Kennedy]()
Forgetting the Past by Brenda Kennedy
Rated: 4.09 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen Ava Emerson wakes up from a coma, she has no memory of the past 25 years. The only things she knows are the confusing stories told to her by her split family and her two best friends, Chase and Skylar. Learning that her husband, Connor, died in the car accident that caused her amnesia, Ava is sad and heartbroken... -
![Surviving High School by M. Doty]()
Surviving High School by M. Doty
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhat's the secret to surviving your freshman year of high school? Emily Kessler thinks she has it all figured out. She eats, sleeps and trains for competitive swimming. All she has to do is keep her grades high and swim times short -- short enough to live up to her sister Sara's. But walking the crowded maze of unfamiliar high school hallways is like diving headfirst into shark-infested waters... -
![Not Famous in Hollywood by Leonie Gant]()
Not Famous in Hollywood by Leonie Gant
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThere are some mornings when you really should make the time to stop for coffee. When Trudie Eyre came to Hollywood as personal assistant for the famous and indulged, she expected to see wealth, glamour and maybe a little crazy... -
![Those Not-So-Sweet Boys, Vol. 1 by Yoko Nogiri]()
Those Not-So-Sweet Boys, Vol. 1 by Yoko Nogiri
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsMidori drops her wallet on her first day of high school, but her new classmate Ichijo swoops in to help. She wants to thank him, but he's part of a tight-knit trio and none of them are ever in class! Rumor has it that they all got expelled for acting up, and studious Midori's actually at risk of expulsion, too. . -
![Worth the Wait by K.M. Neuhold]()
Worth the Wait by K.M. Neuhold
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAbby:. I have issues. Like, serious, major issues. And, the last thing I want or need is a man in my life to make things more complicated. Unfortunately for me my roommates drop dead gorgeous brother seems hell bent on seducing me. And, what’s worse is that he’s kind of the perfect guy. Resisting him just might kill me. Ethan:. I don’t do relationships... -
![Jane Austen's Emma by Katy Birchall]()
Jane Austen's Emma by Katy Birchall
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA fresh, funny and accessible retelling of Jane Austen's classic story, with witty black and white illustrations throughout. Emma Woodhouse is pretty, clever and rich, and sees no reason why she would ever need to get married. But she loves matchmaking for her neighbours, despite the advice of her friend Mr Knightley, who warns her against meddling... -
![My Girlfriend's Child Vol. 1 by Mamoru Aoi]()
My Girlfriend's Child Vol. 1 by Mamoru Aoi
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsSachi and her boyfriend Takara are your average high school couple. They go to school together, hang out, and even engage in the more intimate side of dating. However, as time passes, Sachi starts to get the feeling that something isn't right and decides to buy a pregnancy test... -
![High School Paradise by Orizuka]()
High School Paradise by Orizuka
Rated: 4.02 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsMemang sekolah elite, tapi masih ada satu yang kurang. Athens gak punya ekskul sepak bola. Empat anak paling top di Athens protes ama guru olahraga mereka, Gozali. Berhasil? Ternyata tidak. Hukuman Gozali malah semakin menjadi-jadi. Biar nggak penasaran, baca terus deh ceritanya sampai abis…. -
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![Like a Butterfly, Vol. 1 by Suu Morishita]()
Like a Butterfly, Vol. 1 by Suu Morishita
Rated: 3.98 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsWould you rather wait for love like a flower, or fly toward love like a butterfly? Suiren Shibazeki is often compared to a beautiful flower—but one that grows on the tallest peak of a mountain, forever out of reach. When Suiren develops feelings for the quiet Taichi Kawasumi, however, she doesn’t want to be a distant flower. She’d rather leave her lofty perch and fly toward him like a butterfly... -
![The Summer of Cotton Candy by Debbie Viguié, D.J. Reynolds]()
The Summer of Cotton Candy by Debbie Viguié, D.J. Reynolds
Rated: 4.02 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsMost people think The Zone is an amusement park, but Candy Thompson knows it s really a slave labor camp. What else would you call a summer job that requires a sixteen-year-old girl to set aside her whole social life for the privilege of standing out in the hot sun selling cotton candy? Still, there are perks particularly the mysterious hunk in the Lone Ranger costume... -
![Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out!, Vol. 1 by Ｔａｋｅ]()
Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out!, Vol. 1 by Ｔａｋｅ
Rated: 4.04 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsA sexy slice-of-life comedy about an introverted college student and his buxom, bubbly classmate--now with an anime! Sakurai Shinichi’s one wish is for a little peace and quiet. But Uzaki Hana–his boisterous, well-endowed underclassman–has other plans. All she wants is to hang out and poke fun at him... -
![Lost Avalon by K.S. Thomas, Karina Gioertz]()
Lost Avalon by K.S. Thomas, Karina Gioertz
Rated: 4.06 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsFame, fortune and a future paved with rock 'n roll gold - Blaise Nolan has it all. With his brooding good looks, haunting voice and troubled lyrics of a soul gone lost, it's no wonder his band Finding Nolan has been climbing the music charts with back to back hits. Only Blaise didn't wind up brooding, haunted and lost by accident. .. Avalon Jennison has been the girl next door since she was five... -
![Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out! Vol. 1 by Ｔａｋｅ]()
Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out! Vol. 1 by Ｔａｋｅ
Rated: 4.04 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSakurai Shinichi's one wish is for a little peace and quiet. But Uzaki Hana -- his boisterous, well-endowed underclassman -- has other plans. All she wants is to hang out and poke fun at him... -
![Hatsu*Haru, Vol. 1 by Shizuki Fujisawa]()
Hatsu*Haru, Vol. 1 by Shizuki Fujisawa
Rated: 4.01 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsPlayboy Kai definitely knows his way around girls' hearts, but when he has a run-in with tomboy Riko, he may get more than he bargained for! Riko clearly doesn't fit Kai's usual type of girl: She's short-tempered, scary, and can (has) easily beat him up...
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