Junketsu + Kareshi Chp 7 — Dude looks like a Lady!

  Here is “Junketsu + Kareshi” chapter 7.  This is basically a heavily comedic bridge chapter to the next story arc.  Links to “Junketsu + Kareshi” Chatper 7: (Zip) (PDF) — Retired Spoilers Ahead: My thoughts on the chapter– Kana is weird!  She seems to willfully avoid her own sadness and the sadness of others.  It’s not that I believe in dwelling on sadness, but she’s way too Pollyanna-like to stay sane.  I eagerly await the break-down and Aki’s reaction to her breakdown (that is if Shouoto-sensei is brave enough to have Kana breakdown). In this chapter we are sorta … Continue reading Junketsu + Kareshi Chp 7 — Dude looks like a Lady!

Magnolia Chapter 7

Poor, poor Nagi…is it real or a spell?  Chapter 7 is short, but it’s a real treat for Nagi x Ayato fans.  Personally, I just like Nagi.   This is my favorite cover image so far.  Ayato looks like he/she is being nuzzled by her big brother, but big brother is looking quite possessive and un-big brother-like.  Try getting through that Yugo! Links to “Magnolia” Chapter 7:  (Zip) (PDF) Warning:  Spoilers Ahead My thoughts on the chapter — The obvious question I already asked:  is Nagi is under a spell or are these Nagi’s true feelings?  Personally, I think poor Nagi’s … Continue reading Magnolia Chapter 7

Ouran High School Host Club January 2011 Special Chapter

Update:  Files updated to correct the spelling of various locations and people talked about this chapter.  Big thanks for zronoa for the information.—————————— First of all, I would like to thank the cleaners for helping me get this out so promptly.  You guys are wonderful and generous with your time and talent. Now, just a warning: this special chapter does not move the story forward.  There are no big revelations or character developments.  Rather it’s like an extra-long chapter of a normal Ouran story.  When I first saw that’s what this was, I was rather disappointed because like so many … Continue reading Ouran High School Host Club January 2011 Special Chapter

Winter One-Shot #2: "His and Her Sleepless Winter"

Here is the second of our winter one-shots, “Kare to Kanojo no Futomin” or “His and Her Sleepless Winter”.  I really like this story and I wish I saved it for Valentine’s Day, because I don’t think the one-shot I’ve selected can compare in sweetness and romance.  I guess we’ll have to wait and see :).  “Ginrou no Sakura” has a completely different set of “charm points” and will appeal for different reasons than this one-shot.  Getting out of the weeds and back to the story at hand: Links to “His and Her Sleepless Winter”:  (Zip — High Quality) (PDF … Continue reading Winter One-Shot #2: "His and Her Sleepless Winter"

Orange Chocolate Chapter 21: Sports Festival Arc Pt. 1

I am only the messenger, so please don’t jump on me about this arc of the story because I already feel bad enough.  Yes, it’s a dreaded three chapter story arc about a sports festival and it comes complete with a cavalry battle. Nevermind the the hints that Ritsu could hit “the wall” due to exhaustion.  Nevermind that Ritsu can’t repeat Chiro’s dance performance.  Nevermind Chiro’s sudden fame…no, it’s time for a sports festival!  Let’s just get this over with: Links to Orange Chocolate chapter 21: (Zip) (PDF) Next up is the final chapter of “Kimi ni XOXO”! Continue reading Orange Chocolate Chapter 21: Sports Festival Arc Pt. 1

"Lily" Chapter 1

First of all!  Get the Lily themed desktop wallpaper set!  (Link — the second button is the download button) And now, here’s the first chapter of “Lily” the companion series to “Magnolia”.  This is a wonderful addition to “Magnolia” and I’m glad naked ape recognized how wonderful Lily’s character is. Links to Lily Chapter 1: (Zip) (PDF) If you can, I encourage you purchase this volume of Itan to support “Lily” and naked ape.  Who knows, you might find something else inside the magazine that interests you (I have, but I don’t have enough bandwidth to add anymore series). Links … Continue reading "Lily" Chapter 1

Magnolia Chapter 6

It’s another cruel chapter of “Magnolia”…this one is only 28 pages and as one of my proofreaders pointed out, the second page is a repeat. Boo! But it’s a really good chapter and sets up for what I hope to be a thrilling volume 2. Links to Magnolia Chapter 6:  (Zip)(PDF) Spoilers Ahead — My thoughts on the chapter:Poor, poor, Nagi.  Nothing good can come of this for him.  Ayato is nutz, Yugo is relentless, and poor Nagi has his own heart to worry about.  But I think that’s what makes this situation delicious.  What is poor Nagi going to … Continue reading Magnolia Chapter 6