As the medium continues its meteoric rise, 2024 marked the debut of SLJ's first-ever Best Books committee dedicated exclusively to manga. From shock-charged action and celestial fantasy to eco-horror and edutainment, these 22 standout titles offer something for readers of all ages and interests, redefining what belongs on K–12 shelves—and why.

SLJ will reveal the 193 titles selected for this year's Best Books list starting November 19 and culminating November 25 with a live webcast.

From puppy love to the latest collection from fan-favorite Junji Ito, these 10 new manga releases are bound to be a hit with readers of all ages.

These seven series about supernatural creatures are more humorous than scary and often emphasize acceptance.

In these recent releases, text and visuals complement each other to explain complicated concepts such as historical battles and biological cycles. 

These seven works range from spin-offs of classic Japanese manga to completely original stories rendered with manga-style storytelling.

Seven new manga releases that are sure to be a hit with YA readers. 

A panel of seasoned librarians share their expertise, strategies, and passion for manga collection development in a "PowerPoint Party" tailored specifically for libraries. Register to join the live program May 17. 

Korean and Chinese comics reach English-language readers.