Series Debut: "Fushigi no Maria-kun" Chp 1

  At last!  Phew!  Getting this first chapter together was quite a struggle!  Every page had at lease one crazy redraw, so let’s give praise and thanks to Silver Lunar, Ichigo Stars, and Kumiko for working so hard to get this release done!  Here’s a quick summary from the inner flap: “Ordinary high school girl, Nanami Tokuko’s childhood friend, Abe Maria, is the world’s last pureblood vampire!!  For 10 years,Tokuko has been encouraging him to become a part of humansociety, and since then, Maria has come to love humans. As such,Tokuko happily watches over Maria.  This couple’s story isthe world’s … Continue reading Series Debut: "Fushigi no Maria-kun" Chp 1

"The Ghost Apartment Manager" Chapter 7

This chapter bids a final farewell to Kyariko, raises questions about Leon’s true natural and status, and deals with Sekka’s emotions around Kyariko’s passing.  It’s a nice transition to next ghost’s arc and as usual, the story thoughtfully and delicately deals with Sekka.  He’s such a sweet boy.  Onto the link!Link to “The Ghost Apartment Manager” chapter 7:  (PDF) My Thoughts on the Chapter: I love that mangaka manages to make Sekka a full fledged emotional character without making him effeminate or super-aggressive.  I completely understand why he became at shut-in.  It can happen to sensitive people.  Anyhow, Sekka is … Continue reading "The Ghost Apartment Manager" Chapter 7

"The Ghost Apartment Manager" Chapter 6

  This chapter closes out Kyariko’s story arc.  I like they way this student teacher relationship is closed our, even though it’s bitter sweet.  For those folks who were bugged by Kyariko, she’ll only appear now in the flashback.  I’m currently mulling over chapter 7.  Volume 2 of this series isn’t scheduled to be released until mid-September.  The image quality of chapter 7 and chapter 8 from my copies of Princess magazine is dramatically lower than the other chapters from the books and the previous magazines.  However chapters 9 – 11 have high quality.  Should we wait for the tankoubon … Continue reading "The Ghost Apartment Manager" Chapter 6

"The Ghost Apartment Manager" Chapter 5

The zip for this chapter is watermarked with the same big and annoying watermarks on “Junketsu + Kareshi” chapter 9.  It seems that some folks haven’t gotten the message, so I have have to resume the watermarking.  The PDF is clean, though.  Those of you viewing the PDF on a mobile device or a tablet will not notice any degradation in image quality, however, some of you with PC’s connected to high resolution monitors will notice a decrease in image quality. On to the chapter!  This chapter continues the Kyariko arc.  In it we learn why she’s still bound to … Continue reading "The Ghost Apartment Manager" Chapter 5

"The Ghost Apartment Manager" Chapter 4

  Yep! We do have two releases today!  I hope you all will take the time to read both “Yukarism” and “The Ghost Apartment Manager”.  “The Ghost Apartment Manager” isn’t typical shoujo, but I hope if you’ve never read the series you will give it try, because it is a series with lots of heart and humor.  Here’s a link to the first chapter.  Chapter 4 involves dealing with the death of a pet.  It may cause a few of you to sniffle.  Personally, I always get a little misty whenever I see guys of any age cry.  Anyhow, like … Continue reading "The Ghost Apartment Manager" Chapter 4

"Yukarism" Chapter 5

  At last! Here’s Yukarism chapter 5!  First off I would like to thank Ichigo Stars for some amazing redrawing gymnastics on the title page.  My socks have been completely knocked off by her skill.  I would also like to thank Suzume for her amazing redrawing skills as well.  Suzume has been working really hard to develop her Photoshop skills and I must say that she totally shredded the learning curve by getting this good so quickly.   Oh!  And we’ve got some new people helping out with the Proofreading and QC!  Please welcome Chibi Anime Freak and Anime Lover. A … Continue reading "Yukarism" Chapter 5