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YOTSUBA&! Volume 1 (Yotsubato (Graphic Novels))

YOTSUBA&! Volume 1 (Yotsubato (Graphic Novels))

by Azuma Kiyohiko

From the nutty mind of Kyohiko Azuma, creator of the hit manga Azumanga Daioh comes the story of the new kid in town - little Yotsuba, a green-haired and wide-eyed girl who doesn't have a clue... about anything! With no knowledge of the world around her, and an unnatural fear of air conditioners, Yotsuba has her new neighbors' heads spinning. Join the hilarious exploits of an out-of-this-world schoolgirl as her... (more)

Yotsuba&! Volume 4 (Yotsuba&)

by Kiyohiko Azuma

Having already tackled such diverse topics as cicadas and global warming, Yotsuba is back and ready to face a whole new set of challenges. See as she strives to master the complexities of rock-paper-scissors! Feel as she becomes one with the water during a weekend of fishing. Be confused as she tries to get money from strangers to buy her groceries! The mayhem continues in Volume 4.

Yotsuba&!: Book 2

Yotsubato, Volume 2

by Azuma Kiyohiko

More all ages comedy from the creator of Azumanga Daioh. Yotsuba hasn't gotten much smarter, and her neighbors still haven't gotten used to this wacky tike's exploits. A truly heartwarming comedy that will make you laugh out loud!

YOTSUBA&! Volume 3 (Yotsubato (Graphic Novels))

YOTSUBA&! Volume 3 (Yotsubato (Graphic Novels))

by Kiyohiko Azuma

When Asagi brings her a gift from Okinawa, Yotsuba is determined to return the favor - no matter what! Her search for the perfect present takes her to the park, but what will Asagi think of this hand-picked offering? As night falls and fireworks season kicks in, the sparks will fly (and so will Jumbo)!

Box Office Poison

by Alex Robinson

Top Shelf is proud to announce the complete, 608-page (!!!) BOX OFFICE POISON graphic novel. This perennial fan favorite is so wonderfully written that the series screams for an all-up collection. As big fans of the comic book series know, this epic story of Sherman, Dorothy, Ed, Stephen, Jane, and Mr. Flavor is not to be missed. Alex Robinson's completely natural and inspiring knack for dialogue has made his... (more)

Keeping the Moon (reissue)

by Sarah Dessen

Fifteen-year-old Colie is spending the summer with her eccentric Aunt Mira while her mother travels. Formerly chubby and still insecure, Colie has built a shell around herself. But her summer with her aunt, her aunt's tenant Norman, and her friends at the Last Chance Diner&150teaches her some important lessons about friendship and learning to love yourself.

The New American Splendor Anthology

by Harvey Pekar

American Splendor is the series that sparked a revolution in comics and brought graphic novels to the attention of post-adolescent readers everywhere. Here is the best of American Splendor and other comics by Harvey Pekar, including never-before-seen material.

Fantastic Butterflies

by James Kochalka

Tom Devlin provides the graphic design for one of the finest new graphic novels this year. James Kochalka has been called "one of the brightest lights of independent comics" and Fantastic Butterflies is a shining example of his genius. Magic Boy wanders drunkenly through a hallucinogenic nightmare world of Cancer Robots, softball showdowns, dance parties, barbecues, time machines, testicular injury, and... (more)

Will You Still Love Me If I Wet The Bed?

Will You Still Love Me If I Wet The Bed?

by Liz Prince

Will You Still Love Me If I Wet The Bed? started out as an exercise in keeping a personal comic journal of the finer points of a relationship, but quickly evolved to become Liz Prince's first solo full length comic. Described as a mix between Jeffrey Brown and James Kochalka, Liz's comic is made up of short vignettes that capture all the cute, gross, and endearing aspects of relationships.

The Man in My Basement

by Walter Mosley

Hailed as a masterpiece-the finest work yet by an American novelist of the first rank-The Man in My Basement tells the story of Charles Blakey, a young black man who can't find a job, drinks too much, and, worst of all, stands to lose the beautiful home that has belonged to his family for generations. But Charles's fortunes take an odd turn when a stranger offers nearly $50,000 to rent out Charles's basement-and... (more)

NANA: Book 1

Nana

by Ai Yazawa

Nana Komatsu is a young woman who's endured an unending string of boyfriend problems. Moving to Tokyo, she's hoping to take control of her life and put all those messy misadventures behind her. She's looking for love and she's hoping to find it in the big city. Nana Osaki, on the other hand, is cool, confident and focused. She swaggers into town and proceeds to kick down the doors to Tokyo's underground punk... (more)

Yotsuba&! Volume 5 (Yotsuba&)

by Kiyohiko Azuma

It's the end of an endless summer, and Yotsuba is out to make the most of it. First, she'll go toe-to-toe with a cardboard robot, then help out the neighbors by eating their grapes and spearheading an impromptu trip to the beach. But when her ice cream is stolen by Yanda, Koiwai's understudy, Yotsuba may have to admit she's finally met her match!

Azumanga Daioh Omnibus Volume 1 (Azumanga Daioh)

Azumanga Daioh Omnibus Volume 1 (Azumanga Daioh)

by Kiyohiko Azuma

High school: a time of friends, memories... and biting cats? Leering teachers? And is that penguin carrying a tray?! Welcome to Azumanga Daioh, the acclaimed story from writer/illustrator Kiyohiko Azuma (Yotsuba&!) about the humor and wonder of teenage life. Join the brainy Chiyo-chan, spaced-out Osaka, over-the-top Tomo, soft-spoken Sakaki, hair-trigger Yomi and brash Kagura as they fumble their way toward... (more)

Last Night at the Lobster

by Stewart O'Nan

Stewart O’Nan has been called “the bard of the working class” and has now crafted a frank and funny yet emotionally resonant tale set within a vivid workaday world seldom seen in contemporary fiction. Perched in the far corner of a run-down New England mall, The Red Lobster hasn’t been making its numbers and headquarters has pulled the plug. But manager Manny DeLeon still needs to navigate a tricky last shift.... (more)

Tramps Like Us, Volume 11

by Yayoi Ogawa

When Hasumi heads back to Japan to visit his ailing father, Fukushima follows him to the airport to see him off. But Momo is there too...and he's shocked when he sees the two of them together. Momo may be an expert at keeping secrets, but can he stand to keep this one?"One of the best josei titles available" â€" ListerX"A classic...revolving around people not recognizing the potential in someone who's right in... (more)

Tramps Like Us, Volume 12

by Yayoi Ogawa

Momo is at a crossroads. Sumire is heading to see Hasumi in Hong Kong again and is too preoccupied to notice him. Then his sister tells him that their parents are getting divorced and complains that Momo is not being of any help at all. Will Momo take matters into his own hands and decide to grow up once and for all? "One of the best josei titles available" â€" ListerX "A classic...revolving around people not... (more)

Tramps Like Us, Volume 10

by Yayoi Ogawa

Tramps Like Us, Volume 9

by Yayoi Ogawa

For a long time, Sumire has had Momo as a pet--but little does she know that she's not the only one with a pet! How long will this secret relationship be kept from everyone? Meanwhile, as Sumire finds herself falling for Momo, she tries to deny her feelings. Will she ever realize the true love that exists in her heart?"A classic...revolving around people not recognizing the potential in someone who's right in... (more)

Tramps Like Us, Volume 7

by Yuki N. Johnson, Yayoi Ogawa, Carol Fox

Life was good for Sumire Iwaya... until the day she discovers her boyfriend is cheating on her, she gets demoted at work and her life spirals toward the dumps. Things take a turn for the better when she crosses paths with Momo, a homeless guy with a colorful past who puts a bounce in her step and a shake in her hips. It takes two to tango, but when Sumire's first love reappears in her life, will this be the last... (more)

The Egg and I

by Betty MacDonald

Reissue of this immortal, hilarious, and heartwarming classic about working a chicken farm in the Northwest.

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Tags: slice of life

by Azuma Kiyohiko

by Kiyohiko Azuma

by Azuma Kiyohiko

by Kiyohiko Azuma

by Alex Robinson

by Sarah Dessen

by Harvey Pekar

by James Kochalka

by Liz Prince

by Walter Mosley

by Ai Yazawa

by Kiyohiko Azuma

by Kiyohiko Azuma

by Stewart O'Nan

by Yayoi Ogawa

by Yayoi Ogawa

by Yayoi Ogawa

by Yayoi Ogawa

by Yuki N. Johnson, Yayoi Ogawa, Carol Fox

by Betty MacDonald