BLUE BOX GN (2025)

Two everyday superheroes set out to save the world—starting with their school—in an exciting new middle-grade graphic series from two award-winning authors and a debut illustrator.When cousins Riley Halfmoon and Maya Dawn move to Urbanopolis to live with their activist grandma, they get off to a rocky start. Outgoing Riley misses her Muscogee cousins but is sure that she and Maya will be instant BFFs. Meanwhile, introvert Maya misses her parents, on active duty in Japan, and just wants some space to herself. At school, Maya joins Robotics Club and Riley bonds with fellow gymnasts. Just when they start to feel at home, their school culture is threatened by an influential foe in disguise. Joining student council feels like a way to help, so both cousins toss their hats in the ring for sixth-grade class president. But when they realize what they’re up against—money, power, and lies—they quickly shift from competition to cooperation, joining forces as superheroes. Riley is savvy with people; Maya is a whiz with gadgets. In no time, this dazzling duo is off to save the day! Relatable and rich in themes of family, community, and compromise, the Blue Stars series will entertain and empower, inspiring readers to be the stars they are.

With Valentine's Day fast approaching, an unusually stressed-out Ayame fusses over giving special chocolates to Kyo. Can she follow through despite her fear of rejection? Then, a new school year starts, bringing with it promising first-year athletes. The newest member of the boys' badminton team makes a bold declaration that Taiki won't soon forget!

At long last, the prefectural qualifiers for nationals begin! After his intense training with Haryu, Taiki will finally be put to the test in a grueling doubles match. Can Taiki take down opponents from the formidable Sajikawa High School? Or will his dreams of reaching nationals come crashing down around him? For teen audiences.

After Taiki pushes himself too hard, Chinatsu nurses him back to health. Even though he never knows the right thing to say, he feels like the distance between them is shrinking rapidly. But with Chinatsu always on his mind, how can Taiki face a courageous Hina suddenly inviting him to the summer festival? For teen audiences.

Coming to the fireworks festival with Hina has Taiki's emotions swirling, and that's before he bumps into a wandering Chinatsu. Together, they help a little girl reunite with her mother, but how will Taiki deal with his muddled feelings when he returns to Hina's side? For teen audiences.

As summer draws to an end, Taiki realizes he may never be able to close the gap between himself and Chinatsu. Despite this, Taiki takes her to the beach to celebrate her birthday, hoping to cheer her up after a grueling loss. However, their adventure goes awry when an unexpected storm forces them closer than ever before!

Taiki participates in a practice match against Sajikawa High School and faces off against Yusa, the rising star who dashed his hopes of attending nationals. To put the past behind him, Taiki must power through and battle his badminton demons head-on!

After the the actor playing the prince in the class play is knocked out of commission, Taiki is asked to take on the role. Though he's full of nerves, he follows through with the performance-until an accident befalls him and Hina! Can Taiki handle this shift in their already-precarious relationship?

The joint training camp has begun, and Taiki must endure even tougher practices than usual. But all he can think about are Chinatsu and Hina! During the final night of the camp, Taiki finds himself alone with Hina once again and realizes he needs to be more honest with himself-and with her.

After a hectic shopping date, Taiki takes Chinatsu to watch a beautiful sunset. With this perfect atmosphere, Taiki is preparing to tell her something important-when he's interrupted by Chinatsu's former teammate! The venom Yumeka unleashes on Chinatsu leaves Taiki stunned. Who exactly is Yumeka, and what ruined her seemingly unbreakable friendship with Chinatsu?

Taiki wins a grueling test of endurance against the cool Matsuoka to secure a ticket to Chinatsu's next basketball game. But he plans to give his prize to Yumeka, hoping she'll acknowledge the hardworking Chinatsu he's come to know and love. Will Taiki's efforts help Chinatsu mend this strained relationship?

Winter break is rolling in, but Taiki and Chinatsu won't be spending it together. Despite a ski trip with his badminton buddies to keep his mind off her, Taiki holds on to the faint hope that he'll be able to see Chinatsu before school starts again. The time apart has only intensified his feelings for her-and Taiki finally decides it's time to act! For teen audiences.

Taiki is preparing to celebrate his 16th birthday surrounded by family when an emergency leaves Chinatsu and Taiki alone together! What kind of present is Chinatsu cooking up for him? And will Taiki's heart be able to handle it?

With nationals approaching, Taiki looks for ways to push himself harder than before. He decides to turn to Hyodo, who puts him through a full spartan training! Then, qualifiers begin for the girls' basketball team. Chinatsu leads them through the bracket without breaking a sweat-until she faces off against Yumeka for a spot at nationals!

Taiki breezes through the singles prelims and advances to the semifinals-and finds himself pitted against Haryu! Taiki has worked hard to reach Haryu's level, but with a spot at nationals on the line, can Taiki finally take down one of his closest friends and greatest rivals?

With exams over, summer vacation is finally in full swing! Taiki and Chinatsu go on a secret date at the fireworks festival, but their romantic time together is cut short when they run into other Eimei students. Can they keep hiding their relationship from their friends and classmates?

To celebrate everyone's hard work at nationals, Taiki and the rest of the badminton team head to the beach. As luck would have it, Chinatsu's there for the basketball team's summer training camp! But instead of a fun, relaxing break, Taiki must endure the trials of an old friend to prove he deserves to be with Chinatsu! For teen audiences

A badminton guy falls for a basketball girl. Do these sports-crossed lovers have a chance?

A badminton guy falls for a basketball girl. Do these sports-crossed lovers have a chance?