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New York Time Best sellers of Nonfiction / Shonen: Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin, Vol. 11 (2015), My Hero Academia, Vol. 3 (2014), No Game No Life, Vol. 4 (2014), One-Punch Man, Vol. 3 (2012), Assassination Classroom, Vol. 7 (2012) and other 13 books.

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Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin, Vol. 11

released in: 2015
Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin, Vol. 11
It is the year Universal Century 0079, in a space colony the Earth Federation is storing and testing a new piloted robot for use in the battle against the Principality of Zeon. The experimental RX-78 Gundam mobile suit is scheduled to be transported to Federation command in Jaburo, deep within the Brazilian jungles. Unfortunatley, before the transporter would arrive, the Federation would come under attack from Zeon. With few resources available against the Zeon's most mobile mechs, Federation forces strike back using their new weapon, the mobile suit Gundam. Caught in the crossfire is a young teen named Amuro Ray. Not willing to see innocent people die like this, Amuro crawls into the cockpit of the closest machine around him. Whether it be a tank, jeep or jet, he was going to use it to help stop this slaughter. And what he happened to slide into was another Gundam. Having never operated a machine like this, what are the chances he can do anything to repel an experienced squad of mech-piloting invaders? Volume 1 includes: an essay from Hideaki Anno, director of the hit anime Neon Genesis Evengelion Color pages from Yas And an essay from Kadokawa Publishing Executive Shinichiro Inoue

My Hero Academia, Vol. 3

released in: 2014
My Hero Academia, Vol. 3
A sinister group of villains has attacked the first-year U.A. students, but their real target is All Might. It’s all that Midoriya and his classmates can do to hold them off until reinforcements arrive. All Might joins the battle to protect the kids, but as his power runs out, he may be forced into an extremely dangerous bluff!

No Game No Life, Vol. 4

released in: 2014
No Game No Life, Vol. 4
(Volume 1)Meet Sora and Shiro, a brother and sister who are loser shut-ins by normal standards. But these siblings don't play by the rules of the "crappy game" that is average society. In the world of gaming, this genius pair reigns supreme, their invincible avatar so famous that it's the stuff of urban legend. So when a young boy calling himself God summons the siblings to a fantastic alternate world where war is forbidden and all conflicts--even those involving national borders--are decided by the outcome of games, Sora and Shiro have pretty much hit the jackpot. But they soon learn that in this world, humanity, cornered and outnumbered by other species, survives within the confines of one city. Will Sora and Shiro, two failures at life, turn out to be the saviors of mankind? Let the games begin...!

One-Punch Man, Vol. 3

released in: 2012
One-Punch Man, Vol. 3
For three years, Saitama has defeated countless monsters, but no one knows about him… That’s because he isn’t in the Hero Association’s registry! Together with Genos, Saitama decides to take the Hero Association’s test! But can they pass?!

Assassination Classroom, Vol. 7

released in: 2012
Assassination Classroom, Vol. 7
The 3-E students hope to kill on their final exams to win not only respect but a special reward. Over summer break, Nagisa, Sugino, and Maehara play amateur entomologist with…a girl? After rigorous training with the greatest assassin of all, the class launches their best assassination plan yet! Now who will save our would-be assassins from a mysterious biological weapon…?

One-Punch Man, Vol. 5

released in: 2012
One-Punch Man, Vol. 5
Saitama, Genos, and Mumen Rider face a Demon-level crisis, in the form of the Deep Sea King.

Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal, Vol. 8

released in: 2012
Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal, Vol. 8
A duel between Yagumo and Ryoga is so intense, that it tears a door into another world.

Akame Ga Kill!, Vol. 5

released in: 2010
Akame Ga Kill!, Vol. 5
Tatsumi and the rest of Night Raid are on the run after a mad scientist named Dr. Stylish attacks their base.

Naruto 46

released in: 2007
Naruto 46
Naruto\'s friends are threatened, the mysteries of Pain deepen and Naruto must fight to protect his village.

Naruto, Vol. 66

released in: 2007
Naruto, Vol. 66
The ninja war rages on and Naruto is joined by his father in the effort to defeat Obito and Madara.

Yu-Gi-Oh! Gx, Vol. 7

released in: 2006
Yu-Gi-Oh! Gx, Vol. 7
James “Crocodile” Cook, one of the four Duelists from America, eagerly challenges Atticus Rhodes to a Duel. Elsewhere, Jaden and Chazz unlock more secrets of their spirit cards, Winged Kuriboh and Light and Darkness Dragon. But their confrontation could lead to a Shadow Game that only one Duelist may survive!

Naruto, Vol. 62

released in: 2006
Naruto, Vol. 62
With Itachi having stopped Kabuto, it’s time for the Edotensei warriors to finally be returned to the afterlife! This means that Itachi’s time on earth will also be coming to an end. How will Sasuke deal with losing his brother once again? And what dark tricks does Madara have up his sleeve?!

Naruto, Vol. 38

released in: 2004
Naruto, Vol. 38
Naruto finds that his new jutsu is harder to handle than he thought. Meanwhile, Sasuke seems to be falling even more under Orochimaru''s spell. Despite all Naruto''s efforts, he may have finally lost his best friend forever. But he''ll use all his skills as a ninja to keep that from happening!

Naruto, Vol. 40

released in: 2004
Naruto, Vol. 40
It's Deidara vs. Sasuke! Is even Deidara's Ultimate Art no match for the all-powerful new Sasuke? Plus, deep inside the Land of Rain lies a secret of the Akatsuki that sheds doubt on the mysterious organization's true intentions as well as their bizarre leader, Pain.

Naruto, Vol. 41

released in: 2004
Naruto, Vol. 41
The world’s most popular ninja comic! Naruto is a young shinobi with an incorrigible knack for mischief. He’s got a wild sense of humor, but Naruto is completely serious about his mission to be the world’s greatest ninja! A mystery from Jiraiya''s youth! What did Naruto''s teacher do in his past that could have deadly consequences today? Find out as Jiraiya''s investigation into the secrets of Pain and the Akatsuki reveals shocking news!

Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 20

released in: 2004
Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 20
In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Equipped with mechanical "auto-mail" limbs, Edward becomes a state alchemist, seeking the one thing that can restore his brother and himself...the legendary Philosopher''s Stone. Betrayal and double-crossing are the order of the day. Greed, Pride and Envy prove to be formidable enemies, but one homunculus seems to be having pages of -- could it be? -- conscience. Ominous news spreads quickly about a mysterious portal. Will this gateway help the Elric brothers regain their natural bodies? And will the gigantic underground transmutation circle be completed, leading to a major regime change? Plus, a moving reunion between Al and someone from his past!

Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 24

released in: 2004
Negima! Magister Negi Magi, Vol. 24
Negi, the boy wizard, takes part in the Festival of Ostia, which includes a martial arts tournament. Will a team of bounty hunters ruin the plans for the day?

Naruto, Vol. 51

released in: 2004
Naruto, Vol. 51
Sasuke finally takes on Danzo, the leader of Konoha, determined to interrogate him about the Uchiha clan and what really happened between the political factions of Konoha and his brother, Itachi.
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