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Dethany and THE PHANTOM OF THE SWIM TEAM A prequel to the popular Dethany character from the hit newspaper strip On the Fastrack. When Dethany Dendrobia, the cheerful 12-year-old Goth, joins the neighborhood swim team, she assumes she is just helping out friends who need an extra person to qualify for meets. Outdoor sports are definitely beyond her comfort zone, but Dethany relishes the opportunity to spend the summer with her best buds before they move up to 8th grade--and before her family is transferred to a new town. However, not long after her first meet, mysterious incidents begin happening at the pool, and Dethany is the prime suspect. As she and her friends fight to clear her name, they uncover evidence that leads to stakes more important than a simple relay race. This coming-of-age graphic novel features the normal milestones of puberty set against a dastardly plot of local intrigue. Dive in!

The beloved series that The New York Times dubbed, "dark fun," is back with the first folio edition that includes the first two original volumes! An action-adventure story that combines all of Shakespeare's greatest heroes and villains, including Hamlet, Juliet, Othello, Lady Macbeth, Richard III and more. A grieving Hamlet flees his home but is soon attacked by pirates at sea. He washes ashore on the mysterious land of Illyria and is discovered by Richard III and Lady MacBeth, who offer the Dane an impossible bargain: track down and kill an evil wizard the to retrieve a source of power that can bring Hamlet's father back from the dead. The name of that wizard? William Shakespeare. Hamlet embarks on the quest, only to discover that Richard may not be what he seems, and that a group of rebels led by a young woman named Juliet (working alongside Othello, Falstaff and others) might be just freedom fighters. Hamlet finds himself in the midst of a large battle where his decision to kill or not to kill Shakespeare will determine not only the future of Illyria but of all of existence. Created by Pulitzer Prize-winner Anthony Del Col (Luke Cage: Everyman, I Escaped a Chinese Internment Camp) alongside Conor McCreery (Assassin's Creed) and with art by Andy Belanger, this First Folio collects the first two volumes of the acclaimed graphic novel series that spawned an international theater show, a board game and more.

Spearman, eager to score new gear to match his new promotion, entreats the blacksmith for a magic spear. Meanwhile, Goblin Slayer comes across a magic weapon of his own-a sword that blazes with a pale-blue light. Too bad a goblin got its grubby little hands on it first! And as if well-equipped goblins weren't enough, Goblin Slayer will have to face off against a giant eye monster whose gaze can melt stone! If only he could get some help and advice from a more experienced adventurer...

To bring his younger sister, Yuko, back to life, Shogo and the others continue their search for "Raise" and head for the Gold Saucer, a commercial hub, technological marvel, and gambling paradise. They reunite with Randolph, who helped them defeat the Mist Dragon, but upon seeing his face, Cid becomes enraged and challenges him to a fight! What sort of grudge is Cid harboring...?

As members of each faction converge on the abandoned "corpse hunting" hospital in Shibuya, all hell breaks loose. Scrambling to escape Higuro's brainwashed Shibuya thugs, Polka heads to the roof to replenish his magic and makes an unexpected ally. Meanwhile, the other Agakuras battle more of the mysterious beasts on the lower levels, threatening to push Yumeji over the edge. All sorts of unsavory eyes are now on (and within) the hospital. Will Polka be able to save his comrades from the dangers to come...?

"I recommended Master Beryl as the knights' special instructor." In a village in the remote countryside, Beryl Gardinant meticulously runs a fencing dojo. One day, he's paid a visit by his former pupil Allusia, now grown into the kingdom knights' commander, and Beril decides to follow her to the royal capital to become a special instructor for the knights. As he's pulled into reunions with his accomplished and eager apprentices, what does fate have in store for Beryl?

The people you love, the shape of salvation-for whom do you sacrifice yourself when you Return by Death?Not long after his second ordeal, Subaru Natsuki encountered Rem...or rather, an imposter! Now he's back with Echidna, the Witch of Greed, and he's desperate to have something, anything, to cling onto. Echidna offers him a "formal pact" with her, but right as Subaru considers accepting, the other Witches of the Deadly Sins make their presences known, one after the next. Could their ranks even include...the Witch of Jealousy?

Satanya's spending spree continues, and her latest purchase from the Hell Shopping Network is a batch of cookies that transforms the person who consumes them into an animal! Her devilish plans to trick Gabriel into eating them appear to be thwarted when Taplis confiscates the treats...And then in walks the fallen angel, sporting a brand-new pair of ears and a tail?!

Aiming to avoid the chaos brewing in Arnulus, Satou has taken all his brides back home for a fun and (sort of ) educational honeymoon in Japan. Now that they have a moment of peace, the Ring Princesses are determined to prove how deeply they feel about their husband! Nefritis and Hime make a rather startling move on Satou in the middle of the night, leading Granart to decide she must take action next. Conveniently for her, an Earth tradition called Valentine's Day is right around the corner...

Somewhere, a mansion rife with mystery exists, with noble Shadows and living dolls as its residents. One noble and living doll pair, Kate and Emilico, narrowly avoided taking the fall for the phantom incident that terrorized the estate's inhabitants. However, by catching the true culprit, they're now on the adults' radar! And even closer scrutiny from those in power will only make it harder for Kate's secret plans to come to fruition...

Once upon a time, there lived a king and queen who wanted only the best for their little princess...Abigail has resolved to be the best mother she can be for Blanche, but she may have her work cut out for her! With the Queen Mother's abrupt return to the capital, a sense of unease falls upon the palace... Moreover, Abigail detects sinister vibes from Blanche's new piano instructor and must get to the bottom of his schemes. The enemies may be endless, but with Sabrian's and Verite's help, Abigail is determined to keep her baby safe!

YESTERDAY'S ENEMY, TODAY'S FRIENDJooheon's quest to find (and steal) all the Relics pits him against yet another teammate from his previous life. This time it's Julian Miller, a paragon of righteousness and justice-in other words, the oil to Jooheon's water! But while he's busy facing his former deputy, a terrifying enemy plots his demise. The Chief Commander of Relics has its many eyes on the crafty tomb raider!

PLUCKED FROM THE LIFE SHE KNOWSTwelve-year-old street urchin Camellia is kidnapped from her mother in the dead of night by her father's family, the honorable House Bale. Though they welcome her with warm smiles and open arms, she quickly catches on to their ulterior motive-she is to play the role of their second son, Camellius Bale, and act as a healthy substitute for their sickly heir. To make things more complicated, "Camellius" Bale's striking beauty and adorable mannerisms capture the attention of both the crown prince and the son of Duke Ihar! Amid all the secrets and lies, Camellia swears that one day, she will reclaim the life that was stolen from her...

"I WANT TO SHOW SOVIESHU THAT I'M DOING JUST FINE WITHOUT HIM."Sovieshu has discovered that Navier overheard his plan to divorce her, and he's furious! Is this the reason everything went to ruin?! Had Navier not gotten the wrong idea, she would've never remarried Heinrey in retaliation, right? Convinced of his new truth and determined to set things straight, Sovieshu invites Navier to his wedding ceremony. But with feelings flourishing between Heinrey and Navier and Rashta's breaking point swiftly approaching, the reunion Sovieshu gets may be a far cry from the one he imagined...

At this rate... Junghyeok Yu will die today. Dokja has his hands full dealing with relentless monster attacks, as well as the Landlord Coalition's tyranny. But when Junghyeok disappears amid the chaos, Dokja is faced with a chilling question-when the main character of this universe dies, what happens to the rest of the world? Not wanting to find out, he ventures into the Cinema Dungeon to find the missing Regressor!

After almost going on a rampage against his school's bullies, Mun must face the consequences-which could mean losing his position as a Counter, as well as any chance of seeing his parents again. Meanwhile, Hyukwoo, the son of Jungjin City's mayor, is OUT FOR BLOOD-he has shady connections, tons of cash, and a fury that won't be quenched until he sees Mun's broken body. And the goons he hired? They're the ghosts of Motak's past who've returned to haunt him! If all that wasn't enough, evil spirits are still running around, and they're stronger and bolder than ever!

Shiki Ichinose would have never guessed his adoptive father used to be an Oni-hunting Momotarou, much less that the old man walked away from that life just to raise him despite Shiki's dangerous Oni blood. After seeing the only parent he ever knew murdered by a Momotarou assassin, Shiki's blood awakens. Thrust into an ancient conflict between Oni and Momotarou, Shiki will fight to survive, to take his revenge-and to hold back the calamity coursing through his veins...

Atlas steps in to rebuke his employees for their mistreatment of his beloved secretary, earning him more of Saeki's trust. When Grey enlists Saeki in his plan to help Atlas woo Saki, they discover an obstacle in their way-Saki will have to start seeing Atlas as more than just her boss. But there's no time to worry about that, because Saki's ex has resurfaced as a rival CEO! And if Atlas wants to hold on to both his company and the woman he loves, it might take more strength than even a beastfolk can muster...

The results of the Main Game have finally been announced, and Sara is faced with the worst possible scenario. In response to her desperation, Hoemi offers a chance to save her friend...but can Sara truly put a stop to the game's brutal punishment? And though the Main Game has concluded, the challenge is far from over. What does fate have in store for the remaining players...?

The Perfumer and her minions reach the Yamatsukami family mountain, home to-among other things-the clue behind "Tozakura." Hinako and Ayako split up from Kuroko and the group in pursuit of the criminals, but they can't hide from the Perfumer, who easily spots the pair with her abilities. To secure an escape route for Hinako, Ayako decides to face them on her own, but she's soon cornered and poisoned by the Perfumer. All seems lost-until Kuroko and the others arrive, and the real fight begins...

She wants a boyfriend-anyone but him. He wants girls to buzz off. Sucks for them 'cos he's paid to please princesses! High school freshman Mugi can barely muster the confidence to talk to a boy, much less to take one on a date. Plus, the first time she meets Kei Kurose, the wrong sort of sparks fly-even if Kei is head-turningly hot, who could put up with the way he treats girls like trash? Mugi has no patience for his rude attitude, but when she just so happens to discover the scandalous secret of his part-time job, she might have to learn to keep his trust!

Dive into the thrilling UNITY series, where Valiant's greatest heroes unite. Witness Ninjak, Eternal Warrior, Livewire, Toyo Harada, and X-O Manowar form an unprecedented alliance to tackle the Valiant Universe's most formidable threats. Each issue is packed with action, intricate teamwork, and epic storytelling. Perfect for newcomers, UNITY offers a gateway to the diverse and dynamic world of Valiant superheroes. Join the adventure where legends converge and destinies intertwine. Contains the first superhero group of the Valiant Universe! From New York Times best-selling writer Matt Kindt (BRZRKR) and an all-starcast of artists including Doug Braithwaite (Justice), Cary Nord (Conan), and CAFU (Action Comics)! Content: Unity #1-7, X-O Manowar #19-22.

The classical allegory by Calderón de la Barca now a full color graphic novel! Focusing on Segismundo, Prince of Poland, the central argument is the conflict between free will and fate. Sigismond, Prince of Poland, has been imprisoned in a tower since the day he was born by his father, King Basilio, following a grim prophecy that the prince would bring disaster to the country and death to the King. While King Basilio has doubts, he finally frees his son. But, with his newfound liberation, the prince goes on a rampage, behaving like a wild animal as was prophesied! Captured and imprisoned once more, Basilio is able to convince Sigismond that his experiences of freedom were but a dream. The citizens of the kingdom, however, remember the truth. Now viewing their king as monstrous for his actions against his son, a rebellion ensues! Life is a Dream is Calderón's best-known and most studied work. The adaptation contains bonus material: the full text of the classic work as well as a study and discussion guide!

Middle schooler Kon and his landlord, Kasane, live in a world where periodic exceptional phenomena, more commonly known as bugs, occur all around them. Between turning people invisible and suspending time, astonishing feats of nature are nothing new, but Kon's identity as a bug-made human might just take the cake! With his unusual circumstances bringing up a myriad of unanswerable questions, Kon and Kasane decide to divulge his secret to his teacher-which leads Kon to wonder whether his friends would be accepting of the truth...

Although Class 2-B's school festival plans have all been neatly wrapped up, the sudden arrival of a transfer student leaves Ryou and the gang no time to relax! Their strong-willed new classmate is none other than Ryou and Hina's mutual childhood friend, Ai Himejima, who apparently used to have a crush on Ryou...and still might not be over him! This unexpected competition gets Hina more fired up than ever to win over her sweetheart on the impending school trip. When an overnight stay at a hot spring cranks up the heat, will Ryou melt to Hina's advances, or...?!

Uncle's thinkingThe latest story from the otherworld has a captive audience as Takafumi and Fujimiya witness Uncle and his new allies barely hanging on in battle. Standing before them was the Corpse King, an ancient soul of peerless caliber whose takeover of Elf's body made him an even greater threat to all living beings. With his own powers weakened, how did Uncle survive against those one-in-a-zillion odds?!