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Gangsta. Manga by Kohske Returns in July

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Gangsta. Returns: Kohske Announces Manga Resumption Beloved seinen series Gangsta. is set to return to serialization on July 3, following a prolonged hiatus while creator Kohske undergoes medical treatment. The announcement confirms the manga will continue on an irregular schedule as Kohske balances ongoing treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with work on the story. For long-time readers who have followed Nick and Worick’s gritty exploits in Ergastulum, this is welcome news — even if new chapters will arrive unpredictably. Image via Amazon © Kohske, Shinchosha What the Announcement Means The key point of the announcement is simple: Kohske is resuming work on Gangsta., but health remains the priority. Shinchosha has made clear the manga will be published irregularly so Kohske can continue medical care while creating new chapters. This approach respects the creator’s wellbeing while giving fans a path to see the story continue — balancing compas...
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Tokyopop Licenses Nagi & Hayasaki and Beneath the Fallen Camellia Blooms

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Spring and summer 2026 are shaping up to be a feast for manga and manhwa fans — from spicy BL romcoms and tender dramas to haunting horror and supernatural adventures. Tokyopop’s upcoming lineup (release dates listed with each entry) brings a diverse slate: Boys’ Love one-shots and series, Girls’ Love manhua, eerie horror anthologies, and heartfelt slice-of-life dramas. Below is a curated, SEO-optimized guide to the most notable upcoming releases, with brief takes on what makes each volume worth your shelf space. Highlights: What to Watch This Season Whether you’re hunting for a soft, seaside romance or a spine-tingling supernatural thriller, this season offers standout picks for every taste. Below I’ve grouped the lineup into categories (BL, GL/manhua, supernatural & horror, and standout novels) and included quick reads and deeper recommendations. Best BL Picks (Romcom, Drama & Emotion) Image via Barnes & Noble Nagi & Hayasaki — Neko Kiirono (Release...
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Warrior Princess & Barbaric King Ep 3 Review

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Episode 3 of The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King shifts gears from battlefield spectacle to quiet, surprising introspection. After two episodes of loud clashes and clear-cut enemies, this installment peels back cultural assumptions and forces its protagonist, Sera, to confront the human cost of a war she once believed was righteous. Rather than relying solely on action, the episode uses small, intimate scenes to upend expectations and deepen the emotional stakes. ©KOTOBA NORIAKI, KODANSHA/'THE WARRIOR PRINCESS AND THE BARBARIC KING' Production Committee Cultural Clash and Sera's Awakening The episode's most compelling arc is the cultural revelation Sera experiences when she begins to see “the barbarians” not as faceless enemies, but as people with values, traditions, and dignity. Veor’s calm admission that his soldiers don't seek her death—many merely want to test themselves against her—starts to fracture the black-and-white worldview ...
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Mono Manga News

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mono arrives as a warm, unassuming slice-of-life that leans into comfort and routine rather than grand ambitions. At its core: a high school photography club on the brink of folding, a struggling mangaka who donates a camera, and a small group of girls who rediscover friendship through simple one-day adventures, candid snapshots, and quiet humor. For viewers who crave cozy pacing, carefully observed moments, and the soft glow of everyday life, mono delivers exactly what it promises. Synopsis When the high school photography club is on the verge of shutting down, club members Satsuki and An receive a camera from mangaka Haruno. Together with classmate Sakurako they chase the perfect shot—and the joys of afterschool life. mono follows Satsuki, An, and their classmates as they try to save their afterschool photography club. After receiving a camera from Haruno Akiyama, a hopeful mangaka looking for inspiration, the group sets off to capture images of local streets, seaside ba...
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Always a Catch! Episode 4 Review

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Episode 4 of Always a Catch! leans into character work over spectacle, using a steady mix of quiet flashbacks and present-day scenes to deepen Mimi’s motivations and relationships. What initially reads as a straightforward rescue-and-romance installment reveals more subtle emotional layers: Mimi’s pride in her training, the complicated fallout from having a younger brother, and the awkward social rituals of arranged matches. This episode may not radically change the plot, but it gives us a clearer sense of who Mimi is and why she moves the way she does. Mimi’s growth: strength beyond swordplay ©ももよ万葉・三登いつき・ながと牡蠣／SQUARE ENIX・逃げ釣り製作委員会 At the heart of the episode is a quietly effective character study: Mimi is not simply a flashy heroine who can fight—she’s someone shaped by parental expectation, cultural tradition, and a personal resilience that keeps her moving forward. The revelation that her father changed the way he treated her after Teo’s birth provides emot...
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Slasher Maidens Manga Moves to Irregular Serialization

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The latest issue of Monthly Gangan Joker delivered a notable update for fans of Tetsuya Tashiro’s Slasher Maidens: the manga will move to an irregular serialization schedule. For readers following the action-horror romp — and for anyone watching Tashiro’s post-Akame ga KILL! career — this change raises questions about release cadence, translation timing, and what to expect next from the series’ world of Kaijin and school-based clandestine operations. Image via Amazon © Tetsuya Tashiro, Square Enix, Yen Press What the irregular serialization announcement means On the announcement, Tetsuya Tashiro confirmed they and their editor agreed to shift Slasher Maidens (Kaijin Reijō) to an irregular release schedule. Irregular serialization typically means chapters will appear in the magazine on a non-fixed timeline—rather than monthly or weekly—allowing the creator more flexibility with deadlines or other commitments. For readers this can result in longer waits between chapters ...
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Manga Up! Global Adds The Bound Hero Knows No Fear by Tomoki Matsumoto & LOSA

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Square Enix’s Manga UP! Global has added Tomoki Matsumoto and LOSA’s fantasy manga The Bound Hero Knows No Fear (Yūsha wa Osorezu) to its international lineup, bringing a gritty, character-driven hero tale to a wider audience. Blending classic hero-school tropes with a darker turn of fate and a determined heroine at the center, this series rewards readers who enjoy layered worldbuilding, emotional stakes, and sharp, dynamic artwork. Image courtesy of Square Enix Quick Overview The Bound Hero Knows No Fear follows Elizaveta, a young woman who dreams of becoming a legendary hero. She enrolls in the Hero Training Academy and devotes herself to swordsmanship and discipline—even as male classmates and rivals pressure her to abandon her ambition because she is a woman. After a devastating tragedy strips her of everything she worked for, Elizaveta’s journey shifts from aspiration to a relentless quest for justice. The manga began serialization on Square Enix’s Manga UP! service ...
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