Maki Minami is a manga author celebrated for her work, particularly the popular series Special A. Her storytelling is characterized by a dynamic approach and a distinct artistic style that captures readers' attention. Minami has earned recognition for her ability to craft engaging narratives that resonate with her audience. Her contributions to the manga medium are evident in the lasting appeal of her series and the accolades received for her early short stories.
This book features a traditional manga format, reading from right to left. It immerses readers in a unique storytelling style, characteristic of Japanese graphic novels, enhancing the visual and narrative experience. The artwork and character development are integral to the plot, engaging fans of the genre with its authentic presentation.
Her whole life, Hikari Hanazono has been consumed with the desire to win against her school rival, Kei Takishima--at anything. He always comes out on top no matter what he does, and Hikari is determined to do whatever it takes to beat this guy...somehow!At age 6 Hikari lost to Kei in an impromptu wrestling match. Now, at 15, Hikari joins ""Special A,"" a group of the top seven students at a private academy, for the opportunity to trounce the guy who made her suffer her first defeat. Being No. 2 Sucks! Her whole life, Hikari Hanazono has been consumed with the desire to win against her school rival, Kei Takishima--at anything. He always comes out on top no matter what he does, and Hikari is determined to do whatever it takes to beat this guy...somehow! At age 6 Hikari lost to Kei in an impromptu wrestling match. Now, at 15, Hikari joins "Special A," a group of the top seven students at a private academy, for the opportunity to trounce the guy who made her suffer her first defeat.
A new romantic comedy by the creator of S.A and Voice Over!: Seiyu Academy!
Pampered but now destitute, Komomo finds true friendship and love while working in a pastry shop. As a little girl, Komomo Ninomiya delighted in picking on Natsu Azumi, the son of her family’s pastry chef. Ten years later, when the family fortune is lost and she has no place to live, Komomo encounters Natsu again in her hour of need. Now that Natsu is a master pastry chef in his own right, he’ll help Komomo—but only if she works for him at his new confiserie! Now that Komomo’s family is bankrupt, the arranged marriage her father had planned for her is most likely void. With her future now open, Komomo decides to look for love and start dating. Natsu offers himself up to be her suitor, but will Komomo accept him?
Pampered but now destitute, Komomo finds true friendship and love while working in a pastry shop. As a little girl, Komomo Ninomiya delighted in picking on Natsu Azumi, the son of her family’s pastry chef. Ten years later, when the family fortune is lost and she has no place to live, Komomo encounters Natsu again in her hour of need. Now that Natsu is a master pastry chef in his own right, he’ll help Komomo—but only if she works for him at his new confiserie! Komomo, in the throes of first love, doesn’t understand the feelings she’s having for Seto. She asks Natsu about feeling giddy, and he tells her that she’s simply experiencing a head cold. But when Komomo finds out Seto’s heart belongs to another, will Natsu be there to comfort her?
Pampered but now destitute, Komomo finds true friendship and love while working in a pastry shop. As a little girl, Komomo Ninomiya delighted in picking on Natsu Azumi, the son of her family’s pastry chef. Ten years later, when the family fortune is lost and she has no place to live, Komomo encounters Natsu again in her hour of need. Now that Natsu is a master pastry chef in his own right, he’ll help Komomo—but only if she works for him at his new confiserie!
A new romantic comedy by the creator of S.A and Voice Over!: Seiyu Academy!
Hikari ist ein ehrgeiziges Mädchen, deren größter Traum es ist, ihren Rivalen Kei Takishima als Besten der Schule abzulösen - sie will unbedingt in die »Special A«-Eliteklasse, der nur die sieben besten angehören. Und natürlich verteidigt sie diesen Posten mit Klugheit und Bravour, doch sie scheint nie zu verstehen, dass Takishima mehr als nur den Rivalen in ihr sieht... Da kann einem der arme Junge ja nur leid tun!!
Hikari ist ein ehrgeiziges Mädchen, deren größter Traum es ist, ihren Rivalen Kei Takishima als Besten der Schule abzulösen - sie will unbedingt in die »Special A«-Eliteklasse, der nur die sieben besten angehören. Und natürlich verteidigt sie diesen Posten mit Klugheit und Bravour, doch sie scheint nie zu verstehen, dass Takishima mehr als nur den Rivalen in ihr sieht... Da kann einem der arme Junge ja nur leid tun!!
