New Titles

O-parts hunter. vol.11

Kishimoto, Seishi,


Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: tournament combat, ancient artifacts, hidden power, demonic corruption, friendship, tactical strategy, teamwork, survival, determination, dark secrets This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. The chaos inside the Olympia Tournament reaches a terrifying boiling point as Jio Flea and his tactical crew launch a desperate rescue mission deep within the floating city of Rock Bird. With treacherous traps and ruthless rival O-Parts users closing in from all sides, every single match becomes a direct battle for survival. To protect the bonds of his newfound family and smash through a dark corporate conspiracy, Jio must push his magical relics to their absolute limit and confront the apocalyptic entity sealed inside his soul.
Date Published:2009

Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: tournament combat, ancient artifacts, hidden power, demonic corruption, friendship, tactical strategy, teamwork, survival, determination, dark secrets This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. The chaos inside the Olympia Tournament reaches a terrifying boiling point as Jio Flea and his tactical crew launch a desperate rescue mission deep within the floating city of Rock Bird. With treacherous traps and ruthless rival O-Parts users closing in from all sides, every single match becomes a direct battle for survival. To protect the bonds of his newfound family and smash through a dark corporate conspiracy, Jio must push his magical relics to their absolute limit and confront the apocalyptic entity sealed inside his soul.

Date Published:2009

O-parts hunter. vol.14

Kishimoto, Seishi,


Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: espionage, evil syndicates, infiltration, power awakening, growth, friendship, teamwork, apocalyptic threat, survival, determination This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. Following the dramatic four-year time jump, Jio Flea and his powerful allies launch a high-stakes infiltration mission to strike back against the ruthless Zenom syndicate. As they execute a dangerous assault on an enemy base, they are forced to confront an army of cybernetic assassins and elite O-Parts users. To protect the future of the planet and rescue captive friends, Jio must unleash his upgraded magical relics and rely on his team's fierce bonds before a terrifying new apocalyptic weapon is triggered.
Date Published:2009

Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: espionage, evil syndicates, infiltration, power awakening, growth, friendship, teamwork, apocalyptic threat, survival, determination This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. Following the dramatic four-year time jump, Jio Flea and his powerful allies launch a high-stakes infiltration mission to strike back against the ruthless Zenom syndicate. As they execute a dangerous assault on an enemy base, they are forced to confront an army of cybernetic assassins and elite O-Parts users. To protect the future of the planet and rescue captive friends, Jio must unleash his upgraded magical relics and rely on his team's fierce bonds before a terrifying new apocalyptic weapon is triggered.

Date Published:2009

O-parts hunter. vol.6

Kishimoto, Seishi,


Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: tournament combat, ancient artifacts, rivalry, friendship, survival, teamwork, inner monsters, strategy, determination, betrayal\ This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. The action reaches a dangerous breaking point as Jio Flea and his fellow treasure-hunters navigate the treacherous, floating stronghold of the Rock Bird. Trapped in a gauntlet of lethal ambushes, Jio must push his magical O-Parts abilities past their absolute limits to shield his friends from ruthless rival combatants. But as the fighting intensifies, the cataclysmic entity sealed deep inside Jio's soul threatens to tear itself loose, forcing him to win the battle before he completely loses his mind.
Date Published:2009

Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: tournament combat, ancient artifacts, rivalry, friendship, survival, teamwork, inner monsters, strategy, determination, betrayal\ This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. The action reaches a dangerous breaking point as Jio Flea and his fellow treasure-hunters navigate the treacherous, floating stronghold of the Rock Bird. Trapped in a gauntlet of lethal ambushes, Jio must push his magical O-Parts abilities past their absolute limits to shield his friends from ruthless rival combatants. But as the fighting intensifies, the cataclysmic entity sealed deep inside Jio's soul threatens to tear itself loose, forcing him to win the battle before he completely loses his mind.

Date Published:2009

O-parts hunter. vol.9

Kishimoto, Seishi,


Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: tournament combat, rivalry, hidden power, friendship, ancient prophecies, survival, tactical strategy, teamwork, determination, dark secrets This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. The high-flying Olympia Tournament reaches a dangerous turning point as Jio Freed and his tactical crew square off against the arena's most ruthless contenders. With every match pushing their magical O-Parts to the absolute limit, the stakes explode when ancient global conspiracies start bleeding into the brackets. To keep his friends alive and survive the cutthroat competition, Jio must figure out how to harness the terrifying, apocalyptic entity sealed deep within his own soul.
Date Published:2009

Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: tournament combat, rivalry, hidden power, friendship, ancient prophecies, survival, tactical strategy, teamwork, determination, dark secrets This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. The high-flying Olympia Tournament reaches a dangerous turning point as Jio Freed and his tactical crew square off against the arena's most ruthless contenders. With every match pushing their magical O-Parts to the absolute limit, the stakes explode when ancient global conspiracies start bleeding into the brackets. To keep his friends alive and survive the cutthroat competition, Jio must figure out how to harness the terrifying, apocalyptic entity sealed deep within his own soul.

Date Published:2009

O-parts hunter. vol.8

Kishimoto, Seishi,


Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: tournament combat, high stakes, ancient prophecies, friendship, teamwork, survival, hidden power, determination, corporate corruption, hidden agendas This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. Jio Freed and his legendary treasure-hunting crew finally infiltrate the majestic, floating city of Rock Bird, only to find themselves trapped inside a brutal, high-stakes combat tournament. As they line up against the most ruthless O-Parts users from across the globe, they quickly realize that a sinister corporate syndicate is pulling the strings from the shadows. To survive the lethal arena brackets and stop a dark apocalyptic prophecy from waking up, Jio must push his mystical relics past their breaking point and fully trust his teammates.
Date Published:2009

Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: tournament combat, high stakes, ancient prophecies, friendship, teamwork, survival, hidden power, determination, corporate corruption, hidden agendas This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. Jio Freed and his legendary treasure-hunting crew finally infiltrate the majestic, floating city of Rock Bird, only to find themselves trapped inside a brutal, high-stakes combat tournament. As they line up against the most ruthless O-Parts users from across the globe, they quickly realize that a sinister corporate syndicate is pulling the strings from the shadows. To survive the lethal arena brackets and stop a dark apocalyptic prophecy from waking up, Jio must push his mystical relics past their breaking point and fully trust his teammates.

Date Published:2009

O-parts hunter. vol.13

Kishimoto, Seishi,


Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: time skip, growth, training, evil syndicates, apocalypse, power awakening, friendship, determination, survival, secret pasts This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. Four years have passed since the catastrophic fall of Rock Bird, and a vastly stronger, older Jio Flea emerges from his deep training to find the world on the brink of total chaos. The ruthless Zenom syndicate is aggressively hunting down the final ancient relics to trigger a global apocalypse, forcing Jio to hunt them down first. Reunited with old allies who have unlocked terrifying new abilities of their own, Jio must unleash the full power of his O-Parts to smash through an army of cybernetic assassins and save the planet.
Date Published:2009

Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: time skip, growth, training, evil syndicates, apocalypse, power awakening, friendship, determination, survival, secret pasts This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. Four years have passed since the catastrophic fall of Rock Bird, and a vastly stronger, older Jio Flea emerges from his deep training to find the world on the brink of total chaos. The ruthless Zenom syndicate is aggressively hunting down the final ancient relics to trigger a global apocalypse, forcing Jio to hunt them down first. Reunited with old allies who have unlocked terrifying new abilities of their own, Jio must unleash the full power of his O-Parts to smash through an army of cybernetic assassins and save the planet.

Date Published:2009

O-parts hunter. vol.12

Kishimoto, Seishi,


Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: rivalry, sacrifice, tournament combat, demonic power, friendship, awakening, betrayal, survival, teamwork, determination This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. The Olympia Tournament reaches its explosive final round as Jio Flea and his allies face the ultimate test of their combat skills. However, the stadium brackets collapse into chaos when an apocalyptic demonic threat awakens, threatening to drop the entire floating city of Rock Bird out of the sky. To protect the friends who broke through his lonely past, Jio must unlock the terrifying, sealed power hidden deep inside his soul and wager his very survival on one final, desperate strike.
Date Published:2009

Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: rivalry, sacrifice, tournament combat, demonic power, friendship, awakening, betrayal, survival, teamwork, determination This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. The Olympia Tournament reaches its explosive final round as Jio Flea and his allies face the ultimate test of their combat skills. However, the stadium brackets collapse into chaos when an apocalyptic demonic threat awakens, threatening to drop the entire floating city of Rock Bird out of the sky. To protect the friends who broke through his lonely past, Jio must unlock the terrifying, sealed power hidden deep inside his soul and wager his very survival on one final, desperate strike.

Date Published:2009

O-parts hunter. vol.10

Kishimoto, Seishi,


Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: rivalry, tournament combat, demonic possession, childhood trauma, hidden power, friendship, strategy, deception, ancient secrets, determination This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. The intense battles of the high-flying Olympia Tournament reach a fever pitch as Jio Freed and his fellow tacticians clash in a zero-gravity combat arena. But the playful martial arts competition turns into an apocalyptic nightmare when a ruthless contender reveals themselves to be a legendary demon from the Reverse Kabbalah. With dark secrets from his past suddenly slamming into the present, Jio must push his magical O-Parts to their structural limit before a terrifying global conspiracy destroys the entire floating city.
Date Published:2009

Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: rivalry, tournament combat, demonic possession, childhood trauma, hidden power, friendship, strategy, deception, ancient secrets, determination This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. The intense battles of the high-flying Olympia Tournament reach a fever pitch as Jio Freed and his fellow tacticians clash in a zero-gravity combat arena. But the playful martial arts competition turns into an apocalyptic nightmare when a ruthless contender reveals themselves to be a legendary demon from the Reverse Kabbalah. With dark secrets from his past suddenly slamming into the present, Jio must push his magical O-Parts to their structural limit before a terrifying global conspiracy destroys the entire floating city.

Date Published:2009

O-parts hunter. vol.7

Kishimoto, Seishi,


Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: rivalry, betrayal, power, ancient artifacts, friendship, survival, teamwork, inner monsters, strategy, determination This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. Having finally brought peace to Entotsu City, Jio Freed, Ruby, and Ball journey to the treacherous Dastom Ruins in search of a mysterious sage named Wick. However, the ancient secrets they uncover are terrifyingly complex, hinting that their magical O-Parts actually originated from a planet far, far away. With the ruthless Zenom Syndicate closing in to steal this world-altering knowledge, Jio must quickly prove he has grown strong enough to defend his friends from a brutal ambush.
Date Published:2009

Seishi Kishimoto is an Asian man of color born and raised in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, where he has dedicated his lifetime to creating popular manga alongside his twin brother, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto. He is a private creator who does not share personal relationship or identity details with the public, and he has never identified on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: rivalry, betrayal, power, ancient artifacts, friendship, survival, teamwork, inner monsters, strategy, determination This book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, comfortably aligning with its official Teen (T) rating from publisher Viz Media. Sex Scenes, Masturbation, or Pornography: No. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or written words. What to expect instead: Readers should anticipate typical shonen battle content, including stylized martial arts fighting, blood from injuries, fantasy weapon attacks, and occasional comedic, non-sexual fanservice gags that are standard for mid-2000s teen adventure manga. Having finally brought peace to Entotsu City, Jio Freed, Ruby, and Ball journey to the treacherous Dastom Ruins in search of a mysterious sage named Wick. However, the ancient secrets they uncover are terrifyingly complex, hinting that their magical O-Parts actually originated from a planet far, far away. With the ruthless Zenom Syndicate closing in to steal this world-altering knowledge, Jio must quickly prove he has grown strong enough to defend his friends from a brutal ambush.

Date Published:2009

Son of Khyber. bk.2

Baker, Keith, 1969-


This book is Book 2 in the Thorn of Breland trilogy (which takes place within the broader Dungeons & Dragons world of Eberron). Keith Baker is a white American author and game designer from the United States who currently lives with his wife and does not identify within the queer or LGBTQ+ community. He achieved something exceptionally special by winning the Wizards of the Coast fantasy setting search out of over 11,000 entries, officially establishing the world-famous Eberron universe. themes: espionage, hidden identity, betrayal, conspiracy, ancient power, survival, manipulation, loyalty, political corruption, darkness Yes, this book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16. It does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either text or pictures. The novel consists of standard fantasy action violence, spy thriller suspense, and encounters with fictional monsters, making it perfectly suitable for middle and high school readers. Still reeling from her harrowing undercover mission in the monster nation of Droaam, royal spy Thorn is thrown right back into the shadows when a terrifying new conspiracy threatens her homeland. Forced to run from the very authorities she swore to protect, she must survive a deadly gauntlet of assassins, rogue mages, and dark political schemes. With her cover blown and an ancient, dark power awakening in the depths of the world, Thorn has to figure out who she can truly trust before her entire nation burns.
Date Published:2009

This book is Book 2 in the Thorn of Breland trilogy (which takes place within the broader Dungeons & Dragons world of Eberron). Keith Baker is a white American author and game designer from the United States who currently lives with his wife and does not identify within the queer or LGBTQ+ community. He achieved something exceptionally special by winning the Wizards of the Coast fantasy setting search out of over 11,000 entries, officially establishing the world-famous Eberron universe. themes: espionage, hidden identity, betrayal, conspiracy, ancient power, survival, manipulation, loyalty, political corruption, darkness Yes, this book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16. It does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either text or pictures. The novel consists of standard fantasy action violence, spy thriller suspense, and encounters with fictional monsters, making it perfectly suitable for middle and high school readers. Still reeling from her harrowing undercover mission in the monster nation of Droaam, royal spy Thorn is thrown right back into the shadows when a terrifying new conspiracy threatens her homeland. Forced to run from the very authorities she swore to protect, she must survive a deadly gauntlet of assassins, rogue mages, and dark political schemes. With her cover blown and an ancient, dark power awakening in the depths of the world, Thorn has to figure out who she can truly trust before her entire nation burns.

Date Published:2009

The queen of stone. bk.1

Baker, Keith, 1969-


This book is part of the Thorn of Breland series (set in the broader Dungeons & Dragons world of Eberron). It is Book 1 in that specific trilogy. Keith Baker is a white American game designer and author from the United States who lives with his wife and does not identify within the queer or LGBTQ+ community. He achieved something incredibly special by winning the prestigious Wizards of the Coast fantasy setting search in 2003 out of over 11,000 entries, officially creating the world-famous Eberron campaign setting for Dungeons & Dragons. themes: espionage, monsters, diplomacy, stolen artifacts, hidden identity, political tension, survival, undercover missions, loyalty, ancient magic Yes, this book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16. It does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either text or pictures. The content consists entirely of standard young-adult fantasy violence, espionage suspense, and regular descriptions of monstrous creatures. Sent deep undercover into Droaam—a chaotic nation ruled entirely by monsters—royal spy Nyrielle Tam must successfully navigate a tense political summit while masquerading as a harmless envoy. Operating under the shadows of her codename, Thorn, her true mission is a high-stakes heist to steal back a priceless artifact taken by a lethal medusa queen. With one wrong move threatening to plunge her entire homeland into a devastating war, she must outsmart bloodthirsty beasts and master-manipulators before her cover is permanently blown.
Date Published:2008

This book is part of the Thorn of Breland series (set in the broader Dungeons & Dragons world of Eberron). It is Book 1 in that specific trilogy. Keith Baker is a white American game designer and author from the United States who lives with his wife and does not identify within the queer or LGBTQ+ community. He achieved something incredibly special by winning the prestigious Wizards of the Coast fantasy setting search in 2003 out of over 11,000 entries, officially creating the world-famous Eberron campaign setting for Dungeons & Dragons. themes: espionage, monsters, diplomacy, stolen artifacts, hidden identity, political tension, survival, undercover missions, loyalty, ancient magic Yes, this book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16. It does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either text or pictures. The content consists entirely of standard young-adult fantasy violence, espionage suspense, and regular descriptions of monstrous creatures. Sent deep undercover into Droaam—a chaotic nation ruled entirely by monsters—royal spy Nyrielle Tam must successfully navigate a tense political summit while masquerading as a harmless envoy. Operating under the shadows of her codename, Thorn, her true mission is a high-stakes heist to steal back a priceless artifact taken by a lethal medusa queen. With one wrong move threatening to plunge her entire homeland into a devastating war, she must outsmart bloodthirsty beasts and master-manipulators before her cover is permanently blown.

Date Published:2008

Dragon Ball Vol.3

Toriyama, Akira.


Akira Toriyama was an Asian man of color who was born, raised, and lived his entire life in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, until his passing in 2024. He was a deeply private person who focused entirely on his family and his artwork, and he never identified as a member of the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: discipline, rivalry, dedication, friendship, martial arts, perseverance, mentorship, growth, teamwork, humor Yes, this book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, and it carries a standard Teen (T) rating from its English publisher, Viz Media. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either pictures or words. Parents and educators should be aware that because it was written as an 1980s Japanese comedy manga, it contains a significant amount of juvenile, lowbrow, and dated humor. This includes standard slapstick cartoon violence, characters running around in their underwear, and frequent recurring jokes about Goku's total lack of understanding regarding basic human anatomy and the differences between boys and girls. Goku travels to a remote island to train under the legendary martial arts master Roshi, but he gets a rude awakening when a crafty monk-in-training named Krillin arrives to challenge him for the spot. Instead of learning secret ultimate attacks, the two boys are forced into a bizarre, exhausting daily routine of delivering milk on foot, tilling fields with their bare hands, and outrunning wild monsters. As the fierce rivals slowly transform into best friends, they must push past their absolute physical limits to prepare for the upcoming World Martial Arts Tournament.
Date Published:2003

Akira Toriyama was an Asian man of color who was born, raised, and lived his entire life in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, until his passing in 2024. He was a deeply private person who focused entirely on his family and his artwork, and he never identified as a member of the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: discipline, rivalry, dedication, friendship, martial arts, perseverance, mentorship, growth, teamwork, humor Yes, this book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, and it carries a standard Teen (T) rating from its English publisher, Viz Media. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either pictures or words. Parents and educators should be aware that because it was written as an 1980s Japanese comedy manga, it contains a significant amount of juvenile, lowbrow, and dated humor. This includes standard slapstick cartoon violence, characters running around in their underwear, and frequent recurring jokes about Goku's total lack of understanding regarding basic human anatomy and the differences between boys and girls. Goku travels to a remote island to train under the legendary martial arts master Roshi, but he gets a rude awakening when a crafty monk-in-training named Krillin arrives to challenge him for the spot. Instead of learning secret ultimate attacks, the two boys are forced into a bizarre, exhausting daily routine of delivering milk on foot, tilling fields with their bare hands, and outrunning wild monsters. As the fierce rivals slowly transform into best friends, they must push past their absolute physical limits to prepare for the upcoming World Martial Arts Tournament.

Date Published:2003

Dragon Ball Vol.2

Toriyama, Akira.


Akira Toriyama was an Asian man of color who was born, raised, and lived his entire life in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, until his passing in 2024. He was a deeply private person who focused entirely on his family and his artwork, and he never identified as a member of the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: teamwork, friendship, greed, power, quick-wittedness, transformations, loyalty, trickery, adventure, ambition Yes, this book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, and it carries a standard Teen (T) rating from its English publisher, Viz Media. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either pictures or words. Parents and educators should be aware that because it was written as an 1980s Japanese comedy manga, it contains a significant amount of juvenile, lowbrow, and dated humor. This includes standard slapstick cartoon violence, characters running around in their underwear, and frequent recurring jokes about Goku's total lack of understanding regarding basic human anatomy and the differences between boys and girls. Goku, Bulma, and their bizarre crew of shape-shifting allies are closing in on the final Dragon Balls, but the power-hungry Emperor Pilaf gets to them first and locks them away in a ruthless desert fortress. With the villain on the verge of wishing for total world domination, the team must pool their eccentric talents to stage a desperate breakout before the magical dragon is summoned. Just when all hope seems lost, the full moon rises, triggering a monstrous, wild transformation in Goku that completely turns the fortress upside down.
Date Published:2003

Akira Toriyama was an Asian man of color who was born, raised, and lived his entire life in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, until his passing in 2024. He was a deeply private person who focused entirely on his family and his artwork, and he never identified as a member of the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: teamwork, friendship, greed, power, quick-wittedness, transformations, loyalty, trickery, adventure, ambition Yes, this book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16, and it carries a standard Teen (T) rating from its English publisher, Viz Media. The book does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either pictures or words. Parents and educators should be aware that because it was written as an 1980s Japanese comedy manga, it contains a significant amount of juvenile, lowbrow, and dated humor. This includes standard slapstick cartoon violence, characters running around in their underwear, and frequent recurring jokes about Goku's total lack of understanding regarding basic human anatomy and the differences between boys and girls. Goku, Bulma, and their bizarre crew of shape-shifting allies are closing in on the final Dragon Balls, but the power-hungry Emperor Pilaf gets to them first and locks them away in a ruthless desert fortress. With the villain on the verge of wishing for total world domination, the team must pool their eccentric talents to stage a desperate breakout before the magical dragon is summoned. Just when all hope seems lost, the full moon rises, triggering a monstrous, wild transformation in Goku that completely turns the fortress upside down.

Date Published:2003

grand Guignol Orchestra #1

Yuki, Kaori


Kaori Yuki is an Asian woman of color born and raised in Tokyo, Japan, where she has spent her entire life working as a prominent professional manga artist. She is a highly private individual who does not share details about her personal life, so she has never publicly stated whether she identifies on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: pandemic, body horror, music, vengeance, deception, puppets, survival, identity, tragedy, control This book is appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 17. It does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or its written words. However, because it belongs to the gothic horror genre, it does feature stylized fantasy violence, sword-and-gun combat, blood, and creepy body-horror transformations of humans turning into wooden puppets. In a bleak world ravaged by a grotesque plague, infected humans are horrifyingly transformed into bloodthirsty, clockwork puppet dolls known as Guignols. Cordelia, a brilliant conductor, leads the Royal Orchestra—a specialized traveling troupe of beautiful musicians who use lethal, sound-infused weapons instead of standard instruments. Traveling from town to town, they perform a beautiful but deadly symphony designed to tear these mechanical monsters apart and save humanity from a living nightmare.
Date Published:2009

Kaori Yuki is an Asian woman of color born and raised in Tokyo, Japan, where she has spent her entire life working as a prominent professional manga artist. She is a highly private individual who does not share details about her personal life, so she has never publicly stated whether she identifies on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: pandemic, body horror, music, vengeance, deception, puppets, survival, identity, tragedy, control This book is appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 17. It does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or its written words. However, because it belongs to the gothic horror genre, it does feature stylized fantasy violence, sword-and-gun combat, blood, and creepy body-horror transformations of humans turning into wooden puppets. In a bleak world ravaged by a grotesque plague, infected humans are horrifyingly transformed into bloodthirsty, clockwork puppet dolls known as Guignols. Cordelia, a brilliant conductor, leads the Royal Orchestra—a specialized traveling troupe of beautiful musicians who use lethal, sound-infused weapons instead of standard instruments. Traveling from town to town, they perform a beautiful but deadly symphony designed to tear these mechanical monsters apart and save humanity from a living nightmare.

Date Published:2009

grand Guignol Orchestra #2

Yuki, Kaori


Kaori Yuki is an Asian woman of color born and raised in Tokyo, Japan, where she has spent her entire life working as a prominent professional manga artist. She is a highly private individual who does not share details about her personal life, so she has never publicly stated whether she identifies on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: pandemic, body horror, secrets, betrayal, manipulation, music, tracking, monsters, survival, sacrifice This book is appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 17.It does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or its text. It does, however, contain stylized gothic horror elements, including blood, fantasy violence, and creepy body-horror transformations of infected humans. The macabre symphony continues as Cordelia and the Royal Orchestra journey deeper into infected territory to purge the bloodthirsty Guignol puppets. But as the musical executioners strike down the clockwork monsters, terrifying secrets about the origin of the virus begin to surface from the shadows. With trust splintering and the mechanical plague evolving, one wrong note could mean a gruesome death for the entire troupe.
Date Published:2009

Kaori Yuki is an Asian woman of color born and raised in Tokyo, Japan, where she has spent her entire life working as a prominent professional manga artist. She is a highly private individual who does not share details about her personal life, so she has never publicly stated whether she identifies on the queer or LGBTQ+ spectrum. themes: pandemic, body horror, secrets, betrayal, manipulation, music, tracking, monsters, survival, sacrifice This book is appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 17.It does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either its illustrations or its text. It does, however, contain stylized gothic horror elements, including blood, fantasy violence, and creepy body-horror transformations of infected humans. The macabre symphony continues as Cordelia and the Royal Orchestra journey deeper into infected territory to purge the bloodthirsty Guignol puppets. But as the musical executioners strike down the clockwork monsters, terrifying secrets about the origin of the virus begin to surface from the shadows. With trust splintering and the mechanical plague evolving, one wrong note could mean a gruesome death for the entire troupe.

Date Published:2009

Amulet: Bk.1 : The Stonekeeper

Kibuishi, Kazu.


An ALA Best Book for Young Adults.
Date Published:2008

Amulet. bk.2 : The Stonekeeper's Curse.

Kibuishi, Kazu.


"Stellar artwork, imaginative character design, moody color and consistent pacing".
Date Published:2008

Windfall

Smith, Jennifer E., 1980-,


Jennifer E. Smith is an American author who grew up in Lake Forest, Illinois, earned a master's degree in creative writing from Scotland, and does not publicly identify within the queer community. Over her lifetime, she has achieved exceptional success as a bestselling novelist of over a dozen books, even seeing multiple young adult titles adapted into popular feature films. themes: love, luck, friendship, wealth, grief, greed, responsibility, change, family, addiction Yes, this book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16. It does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either pictures or words. The romance is completely clean and limited to mild kissing, making it a safe choice for middle and high school readers, though it does maturely explore real-world struggles like a parent's gambling addiction and the grief of losing parents. Alice has been secretly in love with her best friend Teddy for years, so buying him a lottery ticket for his eighteenth birthday feels like a harmless, playful gesture. But when that exact ticket shockingly hits the $140 million jackpot, their normal lives are instantly turned upside down in a whirlwind of sudden fame and endless cash. As the money begins to create an undeniable rift between them, Alice must figure out if their relationship can survive the windfall or if true love is a prize that wealth simply cannot buy.
Date Published:2017

Jennifer E. Smith is an American author who grew up in Lake Forest, Illinois, earned a master's degree in creative writing from Scotland, and does not publicly identify within the queer community. Over her lifetime, she has achieved exceptional success as a bestselling novelist of over a dozen books, even seeing multiple young adult titles adapted into popular feature films. themes: love, luck, friendship, wealth, grief, greed, responsibility, change, family, addiction Yes, this book is highly appropriate for an audience between the ages of 13 to 16. It does not contain any explicit or non-explicit sex scenes, masturbation, or pornography in either pictures or words. The romance is completely clean and limited to mild kissing, making it a safe choice for middle and high school readers, though it does maturely explore real-world struggles like a parent's gambling addiction and the grief of losing parents. Alice has been secretly in love with her best friend Teddy for years, so buying him a lottery ticket for his eighteenth birthday feels like a harmless, playful gesture. But when that exact ticket shockingly hits the $140 million jackpot, their normal lives are instantly turned upside down in a whirlwind of sudden fame and endless cash. As the money begins to create an undeniable rift between them, Alice must figure out if their relationship can survive the windfall or if true love is a prize that wealth simply cannot buy.

Date Published:2017

Bluebird

Cameron, Sharon, 1970-,


Sharon Cameron is an American author who grew up and still resides in Nashville, Tennessee, and there is no public indication that she identifies within the queer or LGBTQ+ community. Over her lifetime, she has achieved incredible literary success as a #1 New York Times bestselling author, earning prestigious awards like the Parents' Choice Gold Award and having her work selected for Reese's Book Club. Themes: justice, revenge, survival, trauma, resilience, bravery, sacrifice, prejudice, brainwashing, moral complicity . In 1946, a young German refugee named Eva arrives on the cold streets of New York City, harboring a secret dark enough to tip the global balance of power. Armed with twenty-seven memorized names of victims, she isn't looking to build a new life—she is hunting an escaped Nazi war criminal hiding in the shadows. As American and Soviet spies close in to seize the terrifying mind-control project locked inside her head, Eva must decide exactly how far she will go to deliver ultimate justice.
Date Published:2021

Sharon Cameron is an American author who grew up and still resides in Nashville, Tennessee, and there is no public indication that she identifies within the queer or LGBTQ+ community. Over her lifetime, she has achieved incredible literary success as a #1 New York Times bestselling author, earning prestigious awards like the Parents' Choice Gold Award and having her work selected for Reese's Book Club. Themes: justice, revenge, survival, trauma, resilience, bravery, sacrifice, prejudice, brainwashing, moral complicity . In 1946, a young German refugee named Eva arrives on the cold streets of New York City, harboring a secret dark enough to tip the global balance of power. Armed with twenty-seven memorized names of victims, she isn't looking to build a new life—she is hunting an escaped Nazi war criminal hiding in the shadows. As American and Soviet spies close in to seize the terrifying mind-control project locked inside her head, Eva must decide exactly how far she will go to deliver ultimate justice.

Date Published:2021

Midnight storm moonless sky. Vol.1 : Indigenous horror stories /

Soop, Alex,


This book is part of a series. It is Volume One in the Indigenous Horror series (which is a spinoff of the UpRoute Indigenous Spirit of Nature imprint). Alex Soop is a First Nations author and illustrator belonging to the Kainai (Blood) Nation of the Blackfoot Confederacy in southern Alberta, Canada, where his writing reflects authentic Indigenous oral traditions and contemporary social issues. He has not publicly identified as a member of the queer community, but he has achieved notable recognition for his powerful advocacy, using his debut fiction to spotlight critical real-world crises such as systemic racism and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). themes: Systemic racism, intergenerational trauma, grief and loss, Indigenous folklore and oral tradition, the afterlife, survival, accountability, displacement. An unlikely turn of events -- The wail of the wind -- Man of God -- A lively old merriment -- Spooked -- Across the bridge -- Mr. Knife -- The last house -- The edge of darkness. Step into the shadows of Turtle Island, where ancient First Nations legends collide head-on with modern, bloodcurdling terror. From vengeful ghosts lurking on the highway to monstrous entities waiting in the dark, these gripping tales reveal that the supernatural world isn't nearly as terrifying as the real-life horrors of systemic racism and hidden secrets. Open this book if you dare, but remember: once the midnight storm hits, some nightmares refuse to stay in the dark.
Date Published:2022

This book is part of a series. It is Volume One in the Indigenous Horror series (which is a spinoff of the UpRoute Indigenous Spirit of Nature imprint). Alex Soop is a First Nations author and illustrator belonging to the Kainai (Blood) Nation of the Blackfoot Confederacy in southern Alberta, Canada, where his writing reflects authentic Indigenous oral traditions and contemporary social issues. He has not publicly identified as a member of the queer community, but he has achieved notable recognition for his powerful advocacy, using his debut fiction to spotlight critical real-world crises such as systemic racism and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). themes: Systemic racism, intergenerational trauma, grief and loss, Indigenous folklore and oral tradition, the afterlife, survival, accountability, displacement. An unlikely turn of events -- The wail of the wind -- Man of God -- A lively old merriment -- Spooked -- Across the bridge -- Mr. Knife -- The last house -- The edge of darkness. Step into the shadows of Turtle Island, where ancient First Nations legends collide head-on with modern, bloodcurdling terror. From vengeful ghosts lurking on the highway to monstrous entities waiting in the dark, these gripping tales reveal that the supernatural world isn't nearly as terrifying as the real-life horrors of systemic racism and hidden secrets. Open this book if you dare, but remember: once the midnight storm hits, some nightmares refuse to stay in the dark.

Date Published:2022