LAPIS LAZULI CROWN (2025)

"Written and illustrated by Natsuna Kawase CMX. In this concluding volume, Miel competes against a fellow magician. While she is more powerful than the conceited Derris, she loses their duel-and then he asks her out! But her heart belongs to Prince Radian, even if they aren't an official couple. So when a ceremony is held to reinforce the magic barrier around the kingdom, Miel's determined to prove herself worthy of being by Radian's side. Advance-solicited; on sale September 9 • 5' x 7.375' • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • EVERYONE"

"CMX. Everyone in young Miel's family has magical powers, but she's not really interested in developing hers. Miel wants to live a more normal life, much to her older sister's disapproval. But when she encounters a boy who needs some help-and who happens to resemble the handsome and beloved young prince of the realm-Miel may just have found the motivation she needs to develop her own special gifts. Advance-solicited; on sale May 20 • 5' x 7.375' • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • EVERYONE"