Huda F Wants to Know? (Huda #3) by Huda Fahmy

5 stars Another hilarious, touching, and insightful story based on Huda Fahmy’s high school experiences. Huda has her whole junior year figured out. At least, she thinks she does. Until her parents announce they’re getting a divorce. Now she’s having a hard time dealing with her grades, her sisters, her parents, and her best friend….

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Cursed Princess Club Volume Two by LambCat

5 stars Another fantastic volume of Cursed Princess Club adventures. The story is developing nicely and there is plenty of action in this one. I loved learning about the origin of the Cursed Princess Club and more about its various members. Absolutely gorgeous artwork. Loved the humor. This is such a fun series. Looking forward…

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Black Girl You Are Atlas by Renée Watson

Artwork by Ekua Holmes 4 stars A fantastic collection of poetry. Absolutely stunning. Powerful words and a wonderful variety of poems. Watson pulls from her own life experiences to highlight issues of race, gender, and class in America. The collection covers topics such as growing up, hair, violence against Black people, family, community, love, influential…

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This Monster Wants to Eat Me, Vol. 1 by Sai Naekawa

Translated by Caleb Cook 4 stars Hinako want to die. Shiori wants to eat her. It’s a perfect match. After the traumatic loss of her family, Hinako finds continuing to live a chore. But after she’s attacked by yokai, saved by a beautiful mermaid, then befriended by the mermaid who wants to eat her, her…

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The Girl from the Other Side: Siúil, A Rún, Vol. 11

by Nagabe Translated by Adrienne Beck 5 stars A bittersweet ending to a beautiful series. After learning how he was cursed and where Shiva came from, Teacher grapples with a difficult decision: keep his soul and retain his memories or give it up in the hope of reuniting with Shiva. This was such a satisfying…

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The Girl from the Other Side: Siúil, A Rún, Vol. 10

by Nagabe Translated by Adrienne Beck 5 stars Another fascinating volume. Haunting artwork, memorable characters, and a story that will stick with you. Teacher takes the lead in this volume and we learn more of his backstory. This one takes on a more sorrowful tone in contrast to the hopeful themes at the start of…

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Cat + Gamer Volume 7 by Wataru Nadatani

Translated by Zack Davisson 5 stars Another fantastically adorable collection featuring Musubi, Soboro, and Kozakura. Join Kozakura as she solves mysteries, adapts to working from home, works on her stealth skills, and enjoys the life of a cat person. This is such an adorably fun series. From detective games to stealth games, this volume explores…

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Cat + Gamer Volume 6 by Wataru Nadatani

Translated by Zack Davisson 5 stars Another sweet volume of gaming adventures featuring Musubi, Soboro, and their human Kozakura. This volume is so heartwarming and fun, complete with new home furnishings, New Year’s celebrations, glitches, and the perfect way to revive your HP. From horror games to social games, I love how this series explores…

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Cat + Gamer Volume 5 by Wataru Nadatani

Translated by Zack Davisson 5 stars Another fantastically adorable collection of gaming and cat adventures! Follow Kozakura as she applies her gaming knowledge to her cats including the greed sensor, new features, and level grinding. There are some big moments in this volume including first baths, viral moments, and Kozakura’s 30th birthday. I absolutely love…

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Lonely Castle in the Mirror, Vol. 2

Story by Mizuki Tsujimura Illustrated by Tomo Taketomi Translated by Jacqueline Fung 4 stars Another fascinating volume. Within the castle, Kokoro finds relief from the anxiety and pressure she feels in the outside world through connecting with the other students. But as summer begins, tensions rise and they realize they all have their own secrets….

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