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eigoMANGA has launched a Kickstarter campaign to bring Chang Sheng’s "Oldman" to readers around the world. The award-winning manga tells the story of a mysterious court magician who escapes prison to seek revenge against an immortal queen. Known for its detailed art and powerful themes, "Oldman" has earned accolades including the International Manga Award and Taiwan’s Golden Comic Award.

Seven Seas stirs up a magical mix of fantasy, romance, and cozy charm in this week’s Wonderful Wednesdays. From mythical beasts to vengeful witches, February 2026 is shaping up to be an enchanting month for manga and light novel fans, with cats, books, and a whole lot of magic leading the charge.

"Pick Me Pick Me" is a new AI-assisted PvP dating game from Moncage devs Optillusion, arriving May 28 on Steam, iOS, and Android with voice chat, sabotage cards, and custom characters.

Penguin Random House have expanded their deal to publish books, including manga, based on all Disney properties.

Breakdown Press brings experimental manga to the forefront with "Red Night" by Kazuichi Hanawa and a long-awaited reprint of "Ding Dong Circus" by Sasaki Maki, both arriving April 28, 2025.

Kodansha expands its digital library with 60 fan-favorite light novels now available on Barnes & Noble NOOK, including titles like "BAKEMONOGATARI," "Am I Actually the Strongest?," and "My Unique Skill Makes Me OP Even at Level 1."

It was a quiet week in Diamond Bankruptcy news, after last week's thrill ride of shocking developments.

Penguin Random House have expanded their deal to publish books, including manga, based on all Disney properties.

Kodansha expands its digital library with 60 fan-favorite light novels now available on Barnes & Noble NOOK, including titles like "BAKEMONOGATARI," "Am I Actually the Strongest?," and "My Unique Skill Makes Me OP Even at Level 1."

F.A.S.T. Rep is a new talent rep working with Bernard Chang, Riccardo Federici, Emanuela Lupacchino, Dustin Nguyen and Giulia Pellegrini for events

The court has approved the sale of most of Diamond's assets to Universal Entertainment and Ad Populum

As many expected, Diamond Comics has filed a motion to approve sale of their assets to Universal Distribution and Sparkle Pop/Ad Populum

How does this all end?

Historic main event tops a much improved second night card

The main event was certainly one for the ages.

We're thinking Cena takes the belt from the American Nightmare. You?

I thought it was CM Punk who famously demanded more WWE ice cream?

The cost of legacy.