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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Out this week from Nakama Press! A Little Step Vol. 2 by Mimi Szeto In this moving continuation of A Little Step, two young artists learn that even the smallest step forward can change everything. bit.ly/4xYKzuV #newrelease #manga #madcavestudios

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Aperture, a sweeping YA time-slip romance, is out now! When Sage, a first-year university student, discovers a forgotten camera in the library archives, she’s thrust into a world beyond her own time. More details at bit.ly/4yJVGIU

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Available for preorder! If you love sweet self-discovery stories, action-packed superheroes, and wild and crazy magical journeys don't miss any of these! 🐕 Best Friend Show 🦸 Infini-T Force Vol. 10 🧚 Hokis Focus More details: bit.ly/4qJnGsm & bit.ly/4hd5K61

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

"A time-hopping yarn sure to appeal to a wide range of readers." — Kirkus Reviews. Read the full review of Aperture here bit.ly/4xEiybY Aperture is available now in stores and online! More details at bit.ly/4yJVGIU #KirkusReview #comics #NakamaPress

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Blending crime, high-stakes action, and personal reckoning, The Zeros explores what happens after the trigger is pulled… and the cost of walking away. The Zeros Vol. 1, available in stores now! Details at bit.ly/4glvDSC

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

ICYMI! Casshan Vol. 1 is out in the world now! A forgotten cybernetic hero awakens with no memories & is thrust into a brutal conflict between humans, robots, & a rising new species. More details at bit.ly/3VfQ5vr

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Writer @craighm.bsky.social talks with @smashpages.bsky.social about the real-life inspiration behind upcoming book Best Friend Show, youth dog shows, working with artist Melisa Jones and Jok, and the challenge of writing his first YA graphic novel. Check it out: bit.ly/4h13UXa

Banner image: Best Friend Show - graphic novel cover on the right, logotype and an illustration of a cute black and white Boston terrier type dog on th eleft.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This December, CMS Astronomical Research Team Vol 1 is set to arrive! An original YA sci-fi series from Hong Kong-based creator Alice Ma, Shun Chi Ming, Cheung Chi Wai, Tang Man-hon: STEM Sir, Nekori, and Book Buddy Media. Details:https://bit.ly/45EVZIL

Cover for CMS Astronomical Society Volume 1, an upcoming manga volume. A group of characters is in the center of the illustration, wearing bright colors, set against a backdrop of the night sky on one half and a daytime sky on the other half.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

If you're near the Kirkland, WA area on Oct 2nd from 6-8pm PT stop by for pet portraits, special pet treats, and more to celebrate Best Friend Show! Event proceeds will go to benefit Homeward Pet Adoption Center.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Now available: Diablomachia Vol. 1! Details: bit.ly/4tMcwF5 A dark fantasy about trust, power, and the bonds that redefine what it means to be human. By Italian manga creator Da Hosoi. Friendship defies fate, and demons aren't always what they seem…

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Ace of the Diamond by Yuji Terajima will launch in English 3-in-1 omnibus editions starting March 2027! Translated by Abby Lehrke & Devon Corwin, lettered by Chas! Pangburn. The omnibus edition is available for preorder now: bit.ly/45pzTd9 #manganews #aceofthediamond

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

A New Step Vol. 2 by Mimi Szeto is now available for preorder! Yu Kiu and Hou Yuet once inspired each other to take their first steps toward art and music. But as family pressure, school demands, and growing distance pull them apart, both begin to question their paths.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

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Comics Bodega @comicsbodega.com · 12/09/2026

Preview a Gritty, Character-Driven Sci-Fi Manga in @madcavestudios.com's @nakamapress.bsky.social imprint's CASSHAN Vol. 1 by Mario B. Long & Kusanagi #NCBD #Casshan #NakamaPress #MadCaveStudios comicsbodega.com/preview-cass...

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Preview a Gritty, Character-Driven Sci-Fi Manga in CASSHAN Vol. 1

A forgotten cybernetic hero awakens to face a world that has left him behind…

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Kirsten Thompson @kirstenthompson.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Book mail! APERTURE is a time travel romance with a plot significant library 📚 & camera 📷 APERTURE will be in bookstores on 9/22 (Tuesday!) Written by me and illustrated by @huenito.bsky.social y.social from @nakamapress.bsky.social Pre-order APERTURE: bit.ly/4r8VdNj

An open cardboard box, inside which are copies of APERTURE by Kirsten Thompson and illustrated by Huenito

A copy of APERTURE. Sage, a college student with a ponytail and undercut, stands in a warm toned library as she looks at August, a college student dressed in 1900s clothing, in the same room, but with snow on the books and floor, also holding a camera. Written by Kirsten Thompson, and illustrated by Huenito.

A black and white interior page of APERTURE. Sage, a college student, stands looking up at a huge gothic style building with the word LIBRARY on it. From APERTURE, written by Kirsten Thompson and illustrated by Huenito

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Mad Cave Studios @madcavestudios.com · 17/09/2026

Coming soon from our @nakamapress.bsky.social imprint: Best Friend Show! By @craighm.bsky.social and Melisa Jones:

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Michael Nimmo | 3 Million Years @comics.3millionyears.co.uk · 14/09/2026

He was forgotten for fifty years. Now, get your first look inside the world waiting for his return. Out this week from @nakamapress.bsky.social is the CASSHAN VOL. 1 manga! comics.3millionyears.co.uk/i/211969373/... #Cashaan #NakamaPress

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Kirsten Thompson @kirstenthompson.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

APERTURE comes out later this month! 📚 It has time travel with romance, libraries with romantic spiral staircases & a mystery Written by me & illustrated by @huenito.bsky.social from @nakamapress.bsky.social Pre-order APERTURE: bit.ly/4r8VdNj #comicsky

Sage, a college student with a ponytail and an undercut, wearing a striped sweatshet, stands in front of a large bulliten board covered in old photos in 'mystery to be solved' style. Beside her stands a male student wearing glasses, enthusiastically explaining what Sage is seeing. Above them are the words APERTURE and an old photograph of a group of people in front of a fountain dressed in early 1900s clothing. From APERTURE, written by Kirsten Thompson, and illustrated by Huenito.

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Un Cómic Más @uncomicmas.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Advance review 4/5 ⭐ in spanish/english of CASSHAN Vol. 1 uncomicmas.blogspot.com/2026/09/rese... Author: #MarioBLong Illustrator: "Kusanagi Price: $10.99 Page count: 180 Format: Manga Available September 15th from @madcavestudios.com and @nakamapress.bsky.social

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Casshan Vol. 1 is out in the world today! A forgotten cybernetic hero awakens with no memories & is thrust into a brutal conflict between humans, robots, & a rising new species. More details at bit.ly/3VfQ5vr

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

New this week: The Zeros Vol. 1! Details at bit.ly/4glvDSC Blending crime, high-stakes action, and personal reckoning, The Zeros explores what happens after the trigger is pulled… and the cost of walking away.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

"Aperture will appeal to anyone who loves a good romance or manga. [It's] a romance story that transcends the usual romantic comedy fluff, with beautiful art and plot twists that will keep you guessing until the end." Review via @aiptcomics.com: bit.ly/4ip2yGL By Kirsten Thompson & Huenito

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Ace of the Diamond by Yuji Terajima is set to launch in English 3-in-1 omnibus editions beginning March 2027! Translated by Abby Lehrke and Devon Corwin, lettered by Chas! Pangburn. The first omnibus edition is available for preorder now: bit.ly/45pzTd9 #manganews #aceofthediamond

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‘Aperture’ is a time-hopping romance

Two people living a century apart fall in love.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

New manhua announcement: CMS Astronomical Research Team Vol. 1 arrives in December! The first volume of an original young adult science-fiction series from Hong Kong-based creator Alice Ma, with Shun Chi Ming, Cheung Chi Wai, Tang Man-hon: STEM Sir, Nekori, and Book Buddy Media. Details:

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CMS ASTRONOMICAL RESEARCH TEAM VOL. 1 Coming This December From Nakama Press - Nakama Press

This winter, Nakama Press and Mad Cave Studios present CMS ASTRONOMICAL RESEARCH TEAM VOL. 1, the first volume of an original young adult science-fiction series from Hong Kong-based artist and storyteller Alice Ma

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

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‘Aperture’ is a time-hopping romance

Two people living a century apart fall in love.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

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CMS ASTRONOMICAL RESEARCH TEAM VOL. 1 Coming This December From Nakama Press - Nakama Press

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Michael Nimmo | 3 Million Years @comics.3millionyears.co.uk · 20/08/2026

A trio of upcoming comics from @nakamapress.bsky.social, including CMS Astronomical Research Team Vol. 1, Yashirojima: The Forest of Lost Dreams, and Casshan Vol. 1. comics.3millionyears.co.uk/p/cms-astron... #Manga #NakamaPress

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

New this week: Diablomachia Vol. 1! Details: bit.ly/4tMcwF5 A dark fantasy about trust, power, and the bonds that redefine what it means to be human. By Italian manga creator Da Hosoi. Friendship defies fate, and demons aren’t always what they seem…

This is the cover of the manga Diablomachia Volume 1 by Da Hosoi, published by Nakama Press. It features illustrated characters in dynamic poses, including one with spiky white hair and another with a living flame like appearance. The background shows a vibrant blue sky with clouds.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

If you're at @animenyc.bsky.social this week, be sure to visit Nakama Press at booth #1831 for signings with creators, giveaways, and more! Details: bit.ly/4gHZcNN Mario Long (God Tier, Casshan) and Ryan Jampole (Hokis, Focus) will join us for multiple signings each. #animenyc #anyc2026

Banner image: Anime NYC signing at Nakama Press booth #1831. For the titleHokis, Focus, Ryan Jampole (artist) - Aug. 21 and 22, 4-5 pm each day.

Banner image: Anime NYC signing at Nakama Press booth #1831. For the titles Casshan and God Tier, Mario B. Long (writer) - Aug. 20-22, 2-3 pm each day. Aug. 23, 10:30-11:30 am.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

High school crushes can be brutal, especially when the one you made up won’t stay imaginary… THE BOYFRIEND is a high‑school horror by Emmy‑nominated screenwriter Seth Sherwood and rising artist Elisa “Pocci” Pocetta. Available now: bit.ly/42yZIG3

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

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Kirsten Thompson @kirstenthompson.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

APERTURE comes out in September! 📚🌈 It has: time travel, romance, a huge library (with a spiral staircase) & a mystery Written by me & illustrated by @huenito.bsky.social from @nakamapress.bsky.social Pre-order APERTURE: bit.ly/4r8VdNj

Sage, a college student with a ponytail and undercut, stands in a warm toned library as she looks at August, a college student dressed in 1900s clothing, in the same room, but with snow on the books and floor, also holding a camera. From APERTURE, written by Kirsten Thompson, and illustrated by Huenito.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We are live at @animenyc.bsky.social! The exhibit hall has opened for the first day of the con. We are at booth #1831 -- check out our full slate of signings and more here: nakamapress.com/news/nakama-...

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We're excited to kick off Anime NYC today! Be sure to visit Nakama Press at booth #1831 for signings with creators, giveaways, and more. We are also proud to be a sponsor of the American Manga Awards. Just a few examples of titles shown here. Visit nakamapress.com for more. #animenyc #anyc2026

Banner image: Visit Nakama Press at Anime NYC August 20-23 at booth #1831. Images show black and white panels from manga including Samurai Pizza Cats, Hokis, Focus, God Tier, Casshan.

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

If you're at @animenyc.bsky.social this week, be sure to visit Nakama Press at booth #1831 for signings with creators, giveaways, and more! Mario Long (God Tier, Casshan) and Ryan Jampole (Hokis, Focus) will join us for multiple signings each. #animenyc #anyc2026

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

If you'll be at @animenyc.bsky.social this week, be sure to visit Nakama Press at booth #1831 for signings with creators, giveaways, and more! Mario Long (God Tier, Casshan) and Ryan Jampole (Hokis, Focus) will join us for multiple signings each. #animenyc #anyc2026

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

See you at @animenyc.bsky.social this week?! If you're attending, be sure to visit Nakama Press at booth #1831 all weekend long for signings with creators, giveaways, check out new and upcoming manga titles, and more. #animenyc #anyc2026

Banner image: visit Nakama Press at Anime NYC August 20-23 at booth #1831. Images show panels from manga including Casshan, Samurai Pizza Cats, God Tier, and Hokis, Focus!

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Nakama Press @nakamapress.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Big news! ⚾ Yūji Terajima's Ace of the Diamond baseball manga will be released in English in a 3-in-1 omnibus format, starting with the first omnibus volume in March 2027. Translated by Abby Lehrke (V1-24) and Devon Corwin (V25-47), letters by Chas! Pangburn. More: bit.ly/4gBfuHh

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Exclusive: Nakama Press to Release Ace of the Diamond Baseball Manga in Omnibus Volumes

1st 3-in-1 omnibus volume launches in English on March 23, 2027

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