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New on Shoujo Shelves – April 2017

April 3, 2017

April brings us fools and showers. Maybe we’ll get to see some bishie fools in the showers in our favorite shoujo manga? *wink* Let’s see what is new on shelves for April.

We’re getting a new series from Shojo Beat this month – The Water Dragon’s Bride – by the same mangaka that drew Dawn of the Arcana. The final volume of Fruits Basket Collector’s Edition is this month as well. Let’s see what other series are continuing in the month of April:

Editor’s Note: If you come to this list and find something that’s not classified as shoujo, that’s because there are fewer and fewer titles that are strictly shoujo. We are trying to highlight new titles that girls or shoujo fans would be interested in knowing about.

The Demon Prince of Momochi House, vol. 8

Himari Momochi inherits Momochi House, an estate which exists on the barrier between the human and spiritual realms. Since his battle with Nachi, Aoi has been unable to transform back from being the Nue. Aoi must recover his lost human memories, and Himari enters the spiritual realm to retrieve them.

Story and art by Aya Shouoto.

Release Date: 4/04/17

Fruits Basket Collector’s Edition, vol. 12 **Final Volume**

Finally, the curse is broken for all of the members of the Zodiac and they’re granted their freedom. Kyo and Tohru confirm their feelings for each other and take the first step towards their new future. The drama of a family cursed by the Zodiac comes to a moving conclusion!

This collector’s edition also includes a long interview with Natsuki Takaya-sensei, character introductions, a history of the serialized publication, and much more!

Story and art by Natsuki Takaya.

Release Date: 4/18/17

Haikyu!!, vol. 10

Ever since he saw the legendary player known as “the Little Giant” compete at the national volleyball finals, Shoyo Hinata has been aiming to be the best volleyball player ever! He decides to join the team at the high school the Little Giant went to—and then surpass him. Who says you need to be tall to play volleyball when you can jump higher than anyone else?

Story and art by Haruichi Furudata.

Release Date: 4/04/17

Honey So Sweet, vol. 6

Although Nao Kogure was once afraid of the delinquent Taiga Onise, she was soon touched by his kind soul. Nao and Taiga’s romance is as strong as ever, and even Misaki and Yashiro are getting along. Nao plans a surprise birthday party for Onise, but on the day of the event she unknowingly gets mixed up with another injured delinquent.

Story and art by Amu Meguro.

Release Date: 4/04/17

Horimiya, vol. 7

The unbelievably attractive Akane Yanagi takes the stage…and maybe the lead from Miyamura?! The high school lives of the usual Kiri High suspects grow even livelier, as Hori abruptly starts demanding violence from Miyamura, the student council trio gets unusually flustered, and the sports festival arrives!

Story by HERO and art by Daisuke Hagiwara.

Release Date: 4/18/17

Kilala Princess, vol. 5

Kilala and Rei take a magic carpet ride into the world of Aladdin and Princess Jasmine to locate the sixth gem of the tiara. They’re soon captured by guards and must plot their escape. Then the Genie’s lamp falls into the wrong hands, and another woman tries to put Rei under her spell. Meanwhile, the search for the gem intensifies. Will Kilala be able to rescue Paradiso and live happily ever after?

Story by Rika Tanaka and art by Nao Kodaka.

Release Date: 4/25/17

Kiss Him, Not Me, vol. 10

Kae continues to turn heads even though she fantasizes about her male classmates making out with each other! She’d rather watch them watch each other! The story continues in this latest volume.

Story and art by JUNKO.

Release Date: 4/18/17

Kuroko’s Basketball 2-in-1 edition, vol. 5

It’s the Inter-High quarterfinals! Kaijo’s Kise is challenging To-Oh’s Aomine, and he’s finally managed to copy Aomine’s playing style. And with four fouls already, Aomine’s not looking so hot. Meanwhile, the Winter Cup qualifiers are coming up soon! The top schools from the Inter-High qualifiers are vying for the final spots, and with a revived Kiyoshi on their side, Seirin is like a whole new team!

Kuroko’s Basketball volume 5 will be shipping with a special gift with purchase! A collectible sports card featuring Shintaro Midorima!

Story and art by Tadatoshi Fujimaki.

Release Date: 4/04/17

Liselotte & Witch’s Forest, vol. 4

Liselotte’s house has become even livelier with the additions of the witch Hilde and her familiar, Myrte. But one day, Vergue, a witch who hates all humans, attacks the household to drive Lise and the others away! Why is it so difficult to live a peaceful life?

Story and art by Natsuki Takaya.

Release Date: 4/18/17

Missions of Love, vol. 14

Have Yukina’s missions finally provided an opportunity for her to fall in love!? With her relationship with Shigure hurting what’s in store for Yukina next? The story continues in this latest volume.

Story by Ema Toyama.

Release Date: Moved to 4/25/17

The Prince in His Dark Days, vol. 4

Atsuko met Itaru, the heir to a wealthy family, and he happens to look exactly like her. Itaru hatches a plan: Atsuko will live his tedious public life for him and she’ll get a taste of upper-crust living! The ruse continues in the latest volume of The Prince in His Dark Days.

Story and art by Hiko Yamanaka.

Release Date: 4/11/17

Princess Jellyfish, Omni 4, vol. 7-8

Tsukimi Kurashita has taken refuge with other geek girls at Amamizukan and her journey has begun. Tsukimi is learning what it takes to become a fashion designer and entrepreneur – something she never saw herself doing before! Where has this path led her now? Find out in this latest volume!

Story and art by Akiko Higashimura.

Release Date: 4/11/17

Scum’s Wish, vol. 3

Hanabi and Mugi continue their scam relationship with the confidence that their real feelings are elsewhere. But how will things change when Hanabi discovers that her friend Sanae is in love with her?

Story and art by Mengo Yokoyari.

Release Date: 4/18/17

Spiritual Police, vol. 2

Because Nagatsuma knew he was in love with Aoi, he makes the hard decision to break up with to betray Aoi. Now burdened with a painful wound no one can see, Nagatsuma is assigned to Section Zero, a division of the police force tasked with handling investigations of a paranormal nature. However, the young man sent to collaborate with them knows of Nagatsuma’s relationship with Aoi. Will he keep this information to himself or use it to his advantage?

Story and art by Youka Nitta.

Release Date: 4/11/17

So Cute It Hurts!!, vol. 12

Aoi has started college in Sendai, the place where Megumu’s parents met and got engaged. And while he and Megumu don’t relish a long-distance relationship, they are looking forward to spending time together in such a meaningful place. But romance isn’t the only thing to be found in Sendai—the mother who abandoned Aoi and his sister is living there too!

Story and art by Go Ikeyamada.

Release Date: 4/04/17

The Water Dragon’s Bride, vol. 1 **New Series**

In the blink of an eye, a modern-day girl named Asahi is whisked away from her warm and happy home and stranded in a strange and mysterious world where she is sacrificed to a water dragon god! What plans are in store for her, and what will happen when she comes face to face with this god?

A young boy named Subaru comes to Asahi’s aid, but despite his help, Asahi must endure a test of survival! Will she be able to make it out alive, or will she end up being sacrificed?

Story and art by Rei Toma.

Release Date: 4/04/17

Welcome to the Ballroom, vol. 4

Fujita has immersed himself into the high-octane world of competitive dance! The story continues in Welcome to the Ballroom Volume 4.

Story and art by Tomo Takeuchi.

Release Date: 4/18/17

The World’s Greatest First Love, vol. 6

When Ritsu Onodera changes jobs, looking for a fresh start, he’s not exactly thrilled when his new boss turns out to be his old flame. Ritsu’s determined to leave all that in the past—but how can he when his boss is just as determined that they have a future?

Story and art by Shungiku Nakamura.

Release Date: 4/11/16

Yona of the Dawn, vol. 5

An earthquake suddenly hits the Village of the Blue Dragon, and Yona and her friends are trapped! Will Yona manage to escape safely? And will the Blue Dragon join her on her journey? Meanwhile, Gija senses the presence of the Green Dragon!

Story and art by Mizuho Kusanagi.

Release Date: 4/04/17