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You Just Need a Sister and W.I.T.C.H Deals with a Crisis: Yen Press May 2018 Solicits

Get the sister you have always needed with A Sister is All You Need from writer Yomi Hirasaka. Plus Disney's W.I.T.C.H. A Crisis on Two Worlds receives three volumes of a graphic novel release. Both of these come from publisher Yen Press this May. More details below.

A Sister's All You Need., Vol 1 (light novel) 
Writer: Yomi Hirasaka
Artist: Kantoku
Paperback
$14.00 USD, $18.50 CAD, £10.99 GBP
Fiction / Humorous
Ages 16 And Up, Grades 11 to 17
Itsuki Hashima is a novelist who's hopelessly enamored with the idea of little sisters and is constantly surrounded by colorful characters. A world class genius and love-guru who's beauty almost seems a waste on her. A girl who's constantly troubled by her friendships, love interests, and can't even find refuge in her dreams. A ridiculously talented illustrator. Each of them have as many problems and worries as the next and they never have a dull day together as they play games, travel, and work together. From the same author of the famous I Don't Have Many Friends, Yomi Hirasaka!

W.I.T.C.H.: The Graphic Novel, Part III. A Crisis on Both Worlds, Vol. 1 
Paperback
$11.00 USD, $14.50 CAD
Juvenile Fiction / Comics & Graphic Novels / Fantasy
Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7
The girls seem to face new challenges everywhere they turn, and the pressure is threatening to tear them apart. Even their normal lives aren't free of stress — particularly when Will's long absent father returns! Will the girls be able to pull it together before a new enemy emerges?

W.I.T.C.H.: The Graphic Novel, Part III. A Crisis on Both Worlds, Vol. 2 
Paperback
$11.00 USD, $14.50 CAD
Juvenile Fiction / Comics & Graphic Novels / Fantasy
Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7
Ari, the lord of Arkhanta, has a grudge against the Oracle and will go to any lengths to destroy him. The Guardians must stop Ari's rising power at the source to protect Kandrakar, but with their team fractured, will that even be possible?

W.I.T.C.H.: The Graphic Novel, Part III. A Crisis on Both Worlds, Vol. 3 
Paperback
$11.00 USD, $14.50 CAD
Juvenile Fiction / Comics & Graphic Novels / Fantasy
Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7
The girls have barely recovered from their adventure in Arkhanta when they suddenly find themselves facing an Astral Drop revolution! How can the Guardians stop their doubles from wreaking havoc in their lives, though, when the Astral Drops know exactly where to strike the Guardians to turn their lives upside-down??f

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Familia Chronicle, Vol. 1: Episode Ryu 
Writer/Artist: Fujino Omori
Paperback
$14.00 USD, $18.50 CAD
Fiction / Fantasy / Action & Adventure
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
For the skilled former adventurer Ryu, it's another eventful day at the Benevolent Mistress! A certain couple's only daughter has been kidnapped, bringing Ryu out into the streets to search for her, in the name of justice and Astrea. Her investigation of the missing child eventually leads her to a lawless area of the Labyrinth City, the Grand Casino, where money and power decide everything!
This is the start of the Gale Wind's tale in the city of Orario, home of the Dungeon and adventure!

Napping Princess (light novel): The Story of Unknown Me 
Writer: Kenji Kamiyama
Artist: Hana Ichika
Paperback
$14.00 USD, $18.50 CAD
Fiction / Science Fiction / Action & Adventure
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
When Kokone sleeps she dreams of Heartland, a place full of technology and warring machines, where she's the Princess Ancien who possesses magical powers. But when events in her dreams and real life start to intersect, Kokone has to run from bad guys in both worlds. Will her dreams provide a way out, or get her into deeper trouble…? The light novel of Napping Princess will be available May 2018!

Forbidden Scrollery, Vol. 3 
Writer: Moe Harukawa
Artist: ZUN
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Fantasy
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
In a certain era, the land of Gensokyo was separated from the rest of the world by a barrier and it built up its own unique culture. One day, people start buzzing about strange phenomena. They suspect that a youkai is using the Honjo Seven Wonders to hide some evil deed, but…?

Overlord, Vol. 7 (light novel) 
Writer: Kugane Maruyama
Artist: so-bin
Hardcover
$20.00 USD, $26.00 CAD, £14.99 GBP
Fiction / Science Fiction / Action & Adventure
Ages 16 And Up, Grades 11 to 17
A group of "workers" whose better judgement has been clouded by hopes and expectations have descended into the unknown depths of a mysterious tomb.
These trespassers include the small but elite team Foresight, the storied warriors of Heavy Masher, the crew lead by a legendary elder worker, Green Leaf, and the invincible swordsmen of Angel.
They are some of the best that can be hired, but as more and more vengeful residents of Nazarrick appear, will any make it out alive?

Death March to the Parallel World Rhapsody, Vol. 5 (light novel) 
Writer: Hiro Ainana
Paperback
$14.00 USD, $18.50 CAD, £10.99 GBP
Fiction / Fantasy
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
After rescuing Muno Barony from disaster, Satou and crew head for dwarf territory and rescue an Oracle priestess from the demons! But for some reason, the attacks just keep coming…

Trinity Seven, Vol. 13: The Seven Magicians 
Writer: Kenji Saito
Artist: Akinari Nao
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Fantasy
Ages 18 And Up, Grades 13 to 17
It's a face-off between Luxuria masters as Lilith and Anna battle it out! There's only room for one of them in Trinity Seven-who will reign supreme? Meanwhile, Arin and Hijiri partner up on an important quest–rescuing Arata!

My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected, Vol. 5 (light novel) 
Writer: Wataru Watari
Artist: Ponkan 8
Paperback
$14.00 USD, $18.50 CAD, £10.99 GBP
Fiction / Romance / Romantic Comedy
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
Hachiman's summer break is coming to a close, when Yui suddenly comes to visit his house. Not only that, but Totsuka has an invitation for him, as well as a request from a classmate–he even runs into Yukino's sister at the fireworks festival! Hachiman is determined not to get close to anyone or have any expectations, but even this stubborn loner can't ignore the changes occurring in his relationships with Yukino and Yui…

Strike the Blood, Vol. 9 (light novel): The Black Sword Shaman 
Writer: Gakuto Mikumo
Artist: Manyako
Paperback
$14.00 USD, $18.50 CAD, £10.99 GBP
Fiction / Science Fiction / Action & Adventure
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
Blue Elysium is a newly constructed, additional manmade isle off the Demon Sanctuary of Itogami Island: the latest, greatest resort, boasting pools, and an amusement park! Yaze schemes to invite Kojou and the others to the isle before its public opening, but somehow the "free" trip lands Kojou in a horrid part-time job.
Meanwhile, Sayaka Kirasaka, Shamanic War Dancer of the Lion King Agency, visits Blue Elysium as well. Her mission: to rescue the mysterious girl Yume, held captive inside a research facility. But, an unknown Attack Mage appears before Sayaka, a "Priestess of the Six Blades" using the same techniques as Yukina!

A Certain Magical Index, Vol. 15 (light novel) 
Writer: Kazuma Kamachi
Artist: Kiyotaka Haimura
Paperback
$14.00 USD, $18.50 CAD, £10.99 GBP
Fiction / Fantasy
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
Academy City's peacekeeping forces are absent due to the Avignon invasion. In that now lawless land, shadowy groups start moving behind the scenes.
–Those acting for their own interests.
–Those who love the dark and revel in killing.
–Those trying to destroy others' hope.
–Those standing up in defiance for those important to them.
–Those bringing the battle to the higher echelons.
–Those quelling rebellious elements.
–Those who would stop a rampage with violence.
In this city, which controls all of science, who will survive?

BTOOOM!, Vol. 21 
Writer/Artist: Junya Inoue
Paperback
$17.00 USD, $22.00 CAD, £12.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Media Tie-In
Ages 18 And Up, Grades 13 to 17
As things get worse for Sakamoto and Himiko, Sakamoto finally accepts the truth! But with Kira chasing him down, will he even be able to survive?

The Royal Tutor, Vol. 7 
Writer/Artist: Higasa Akai
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Historical Fiction
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
Princes Kai, Bruno, Leonhard, and Licht have been making great strides thanks to an excellent education from Heine, the royal tutor. Even so, with the return of Prince Eins, the eldest of the brothers and heir apparent to the crown, the wall they must climb in the struggle to become the most qualified candidate for the throne looks more colossal than ever. Can the four younger princes stand up to their biggest rival?

ACCA 13-Territory Inspection Department, Vol. 3: 13-Territory Inspection Department 
Writer/Artist: Natsume Ono
Paperback
$15.00 USD, $19.50 CAD, £11.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Crime & Mystery
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
Still under government suspicion as a driving force in a coup d'etat, Jean Otus finds himself in the middle of an actual coup in the district of Suitz. When Jean gets captured, he might just discover there's more to his best friend Nino than he realizes.

Baccano!, Vol. 3 (manga) 
Writer: Ryohgo Narita
Artists: Shinta Fujimoto, Katsumi Enami
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Fantasy
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
NEW YORK, 1930
Firo's big day has come, and everyone's enjoying the celebration–Isaac and Miria so much so that they've had a bit of a change of heart! If one criminal syndicate is just too nice to rob, then surely another will do…Meanwhile, Szilard learns that the object of his search is right under his nose. Soon nothing will stand between him and ultimate knowledge…!
The crazy ruckus comes to a close!

Scum's Wish, Vol. 7 
Writer/Artist: Mengo Yokoyari
Paperback
$15.00 USD, $19.50 CAD, £11.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga
Ages 16 And Up, Grades 11 to 17
After Hanabi is heartbroken, she goes to Karuizawa with Ebato. This journey is guiding the two towards an end to their relationship. Elsewhere, even after Mugi conveyed all of his feelings to Akane, the free spirited girl didn't reply in kind. Who is the one that holds the keys to her heart?

Dimension W, Vol. 10 
Writer/Artist: Yuji Iwahara
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Science Fiction
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
As the mad scientist Haruka Seameyer has transformed Loser's wife into a terrifying monster, the sprawling fight for the ultimate Coil known as "Genesis" barrels toward its climax. Those who have lost their past will discover that their history still has meaning.

Kiss and White Lily for My Dearest Girl, Vol. 6 
Writer/Artist: Canno
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
A new semester blooms and a new class of first-years bring more love troubles to Seiran Academy! Chiharu's feelings are left reeling after a visit from Maya. Meanwhile, in Izumi's classroom, a love rivalry forms…

Spirits & Cat Ears, Vol. 6 
Writer/Artist: Miyuki Nakayama
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Fantasy
Ages 16 And Up, Grades 11 to 17
Join shrine priestess Neneko and her familiar, Shichikage, in the latest volume of this romantic comedy manga!

Angels of Death, Vol. 3 
Writer: Kudan Naduka
Artist: Makoto Sanada
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Horror
Ages 16 And Up, Grades 11 to 17
Ray and Zack have arrived at Floor B3, home to the mad prison guard Cathy and her brand of "punishment". Driven into a corner by her many sadistic traps, will Ray and Zack be able to keep their promise to each other…!?

The Devil Is a Part-Timer!, Vol. 11 (manga) 
Writer: Satoshi Wagahara
Artist: Akio Hiiragi
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Fantasy
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
Chiho has collapsed, and Maou and company have figured out that it must be the work of an Angel. The only thing left to figure out is whether they're holed up in Tokyo Tower or the Sky Tree. When the group finally finds whoever's responsible for hurting their friend, the ultimate Maou/Alciel combo is going to paint the town red!

Triage X, Vol. 15 
Writer/Artist: Shouji Sato
Paperback
$14.00 USD, $18.50 CAD, £10.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Crime & Mystery
Ages 18 And Up, Grades 13 to 17
The battle of Mikami Storm begins! The whole team of the Fujoshi clan has been waiting for this moment to change their destiny…Who will manage to make it through?

Akame ga KILL! ZERO, Vol. 7 
Writer: Takahiro
Artist: Kei Toru
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Fantasy
Ages 18 And Up, Grades 13 to 17
Mera tries to teach Akame and company pleasure. Akame fumbles for a chance to escape, but she accepts her situation… And as a woman and an assassin, Akame challenges Mera.

Tales of Wedding Rings, Vol. 2 
Writer/Artist: Maybe
Paperback
$15.00 USD, $19.50 CAD, £11.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Romance
Ages 16 And Up, Grades 11 to 17
Sato followed his childhood friend to another world in order to marry her and became King of the Ring. But in order to save the world, he'll have to marry four other princesses?! Can Sato handle marrying a second wife?

Konosuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World!, Vol. 6 (manga) 
Writer: Natsume Akatsuki
Artist: Masahito Watari
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Fantasy
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
Now that Kazuma's charges have been cleared and his debt has been repaid, he's living in the lap of luxury. But his leisurely indulgence doesn't last long when Sena shows up with a quest for him!

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?, Vol. 9 (manga) 
Writer: Fujino Omori
Artists: Kunieda, Suzuhito Yasuda
Paperback
$13.00 USD, $17.00 CAD, £9.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Fantasy
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
After a close call deep in the Dungeon, Bell and his party are making good progress on recovering and they've even reunited with their goddess after her ill-advised trip into the labyrinth. But as soon as it seems like they can relax, Hestia is goddess-napped and there's no time to lose if her familia wants to save her! While everyone is distracted, even more danger approaches…

Delicious in Dungeon, Vol. 5 
Writer/Artist: Ryoko Kui
Paperback
$15.00 USD, $19.50 CAD, £11.99 GBP
Comics & Graphic Novels / Manga / Fantasy
Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 to 17
The party has defeated the Red Dragon and rescued Farin! But their quest won't be finished until they make it back out of the dungeon unscathed. The adventure's not complete until everyone returns alive…and full!

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