VENUS CAPRICCIO (2025)

"Written and illustrated by Mai Nishikata CMX. Takami is tall, attractive and funny. Akira's a quiet, musical prodigy who seems much more effeminate than Takami, even though he's a guy. Best friends since childhood, Takami turns to Akira when yet another would-be boyfriend dumps her. Now will their longtime connection finally turn into something more than friendship? Advance-solicited; on sale April 15 • 5' x 7.375' • 200 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN"

"Written and illustrated by Mai Nishikata CMX. Takami gets a part-time waitressing job at Club Blue. But what's Akira's motive when he decides to work there too? Later, when their piano school gets a new teacher, Akira is less than thrilled and the teacher's incessant flirting with Takami is only part of the problem. And when Takami and Akira enter the same piano contest, will their friendship prove to be stronger than their musical rivalry? Advance-solicited; on sale August 19 o 5' x 7.375' o 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US o TEEN"

"Written and illustrated by Mai Nishikata CMX. Akira and Takami join forces to help save the annual high school chorus performance. After the concert Akira tells Takami he loves her but she doesn't seem to get it. Later, Takami flees her house after a huge fight with her brothers and seeks solace at Akira's place. The opportunity couldn't be more perfect for Akira to try again. But when he makes his move, the whole situation backfires! Advance-solicited; on sale January 20 o 5' x 7.375' o 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US o TEEN "

"Written and illustrated by Mai Nishikata CMX. Akira asks Takami out on their first, formal date. Having been friends for so long, this may prove to be awkward. When Takami does poorly on her exams, her big brother concludes that Akira may be a bad influence. Then a member of Akira's family may also be out to throw a wedge between the couple. His aunt insists that he must move to France with her to receive proper training as a pianist!"

"Written and illustrated by MAI NISHIKATA CMX. Final volume. Akira's rivalry with Julian heats up just as Akira's real ability starts to surface. Julian then reveals to Takami the truth about Akira's missing father. Under the guise of a visiting music critic, his father comes to hear Akira's recital. Takami is determined to confront the absentee parent and force him to face his responsibilities. On sale August 18 5 x 7.375 192 pg B&W, $9.99 US TEEN"