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Convenience Store Woman

A Novel

by Sayaka Murata ...

Translated by Ginny Tapley Takemori ...

Shortlisted for the Best Translated Book AwardLonglisted for the Believer Book AwardLonglisted for the Warwick Prize for Women in TranslationA Los Angeles Times BestsellerThe English-language debut of an exciting young voice in international fiction, selling 660,000 copies in Japan alone, Convenience Store Woman is a bewitching portrayal of contemporary Japan through the eyes of a single woman who ... Read more

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Shortlisted for the Best Translated Book AwardLonglisted for the Believer Book AwardLonglisted for the Warwick Prize for Women in TranslationA Los Angeles Times BestsellerThe English-language debut of an exciting young voice in international fiction, selling 660,000 copies in Japan alone, Convenience Store Woman is a bewitching portrayal of contemporary Japan through the eyes of a single woman who
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Catch These Hands!, Vol. 4

by murata, Bianca Pistillo ...

Translated by Amanda Haley ...

Series Book 4 - Catch These Hands!
After throwing some hands like back in the old days, Takebe and Soramori’s relationship is finally back on track. But the more Takebe tries to care for her girlfriend, the more she wonders if their feelings aren’t quite the same…And if there’s anything harder than taking Soramori down, it’s getting her to open up. That won’t stop Takebe from trying, though! The ex-delinquent couple’s tale comes to ... Read more

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After throwing some hands like back in the old days, Takebe and Soramori’s relationship is finally back on track. But the more Takebe tries to care for her girlfriend, the more she wonders if their feelings aren’t quite the same…And if there’s anything harder than taking Soramori down, it’s getting her to open up. That won’t stop Takebe from trying, though! The ex-delinquent couple’s tale comes to
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Catch These Hands!, Vol. 1

by murata, Bianca Pistillo ...

Translated by Amanda Haley ...

Series Book 1 - Catch These Hands!
Back in the day, Takebe was a tough-as-nails delinquent who could throw hands with anyone. But right when she finally decides to leave her old ways behind, Takebe has a surprise reunion with her old rival, the “Bloody Cardigan” Soramori. After all these years, she still wants a piece of Takebe-but not in the way anyone expected! Her proposal: If Soramori can beat Takebe in a fight, they have to ... Read more

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Back in the day, Takebe was a tough-as-nails delinquent who could throw hands with anyone. But right when she finally decides to leave her old ways behind, Takebe has a surprise reunion with her old rival, the “Bloody Cardigan” Soramori. After all these years, she still wants a piece of Takebe-but not in the way anyone expected! Her proposal: If Soramori can beat Takebe in a fight, they have to
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Earthlings

A Novel

by Sayaka Murata ...

An otherworldly coming-of-age tale of a woman who believes she is an alien, from the author of the international sensation Convenience Store Woman.Sayaka Murata's Convenience Store Woman was one of the most unusual and refreshing bestsellers of recent years, depicting the life of a thirty-six-year-old clerk in a Tokyo convenience store. Now, in Earthlings, Sayaka Murata pushes at the boundaries of ... Read more

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An otherworldly coming-of-age tale of a woman who believes she is an alien, from the author of the international sensation Convenience Store Woman.Sayaka Murata's Convenience Store Woman was one of the most unusual and refreshing bestsellers of recent years, depicting the life of a thirty-six-year-old clerk in a Tokyo convenience store. Now, in Earthlings, Sayaka Murata pushes at the boundaries of
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Catch These Hands!, Vol. 3

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Series Book 3 - Catch These Hands!
Takebe and Soramori, her old high school rival turned girlfriend (by force), are finally getting used to each other’s company. But while Takebe’s eager to leave her delinquent past behind, Soramori has other ideas… and their relationship suddenly faces its greatest challenge yet. With the help of their friends Maria and Miharu, their confrontation reaches a boiling point, as Takebe seeks to convey ... Read more

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Takebe and Soramori, her old high school rival turned girlfriend (by force), are finally getting used to each other’s company. But while Takebe’s eager to leave her delinquent past behind, Soramori has other ideas… and their relationship suddenly faces its greatest challenge yet. With the help of their friends Maria and Miharu, their confrontation reaches a boiling point, as Takebe seeks to convey
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Catch These Hands!, Vol. 2

by murata ...

Series Book 2 - Catch These Hands!
Soramori has always helda torch for her old highschool rival, Takebe. Now, thanks to one mean shoulder throw, the two former (?) delinquents have started going out. But Soramori has a couple problems...For one thing, what’s a“proper” date supposed to look like anyway? And what if she’s not the only one with a thing for Takebe? Love’s a battle in more ways than one! ... Read more

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Soramori has always helda torch for her old highschool rival, Takebe. Now, thanks to one mean shoulder throw, the two former (?) delinquents have started going out. But Soramori has a couple problems...For one thing, what’s a“proper” date supposed to look like anyway? And what if she’s not the only one with a thing for Takebe? Love’s a battle in more ways than one!
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Honey Lemon Soda, Vol. 1

by Mayu Murata, Chiho Christie ...

Translated by Amanda Haley ...

Series Book 1 - Honey Lemon Soda
Uka Ishimori has one dream in life: to have fun in high school! As a self-avowed dense, stone-faced introvert who spent all of middle school hardening her heart against a daily barrage of bullying, breaking out of her shell is easier said than done. Luckily, she’s not alone—Kai Miura, a classmate whose blond hair reminds her of the lemon soda he so enjoys, has her back. Step by step, she endeavors ... Read more

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Uka Ishimori has one dream in life: to have fun in high school! As a self-avowed dense, stone-faced introvert who spent all of middle school hardening her heart against a daily barrage of bullying, breaking out of her shell is easier said than done. Luckily, she’s not alone—Kai Miura, a classmate whose blond hair reminds her of the lemon soda he so enjoys, has her back. Step by step, she endeavors
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Vanishing World

by Sayaka Murata ...

Translated by Ginny Tapley Takemori ...

From the author of the bestselling literary sensations Convenience Store Woman and Earthlings comes a surprising and highly imaginative story set in a version of Japan where sex between married couples has vanished and all children are born by artificial inseminationSayaka Murata has proven herself to be one of the most exciting chroniclers of the strangeness of society, x-raying our contemporary ... Read more

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From the author of the bestselling literary sensations Convenience Store Woman and Earthlings comes a surprising and highly imaginative story set in a version of Japan where sex between married couples has vanished and all children are born by artificial inseminationSayaka Murata has proven herself to be one of the most exciting chroniclers of the strangeness of society, x-raying our contemporary
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Life Ceremony

Stories

by Sayaka Murata ...

Translated by Ginny Tapley Takemori ...

The long-awaited first short story-collection by the author of the cult sensation Convenience Store Woman, tales of weird love, heartfelt friendships, and the unsettling nature of human existenceWith Life Ceremony, the incomparable Sayaka Murata is back with her first collection of short stories ever to be translated into English. In Japan, Murata is particularly admired for her short stories, ... Read more

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The long-awaited first short story-collection by the author of the cult sensation Convenience Store Woman, tales of weird love, heartfelt friendships, and the unsettling nature of human existenceWith Life Ceremony, the incomparable Sayaka Murata is back with her first collection of short stories ever to be translated into English. In Japan, Murata is particularly admired for her short stories,
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One-Punch Man, Vol. 35

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Saitama moves into a new residence! Saitama and Genos are searching for household goods at their old place amongst the debris of City Z when they encounter an unusual dog and monkey. Soon after, Saitama’s new home reveals astonishing features… ... Read more

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Saitama moves into a new residence! Saitama and Genos are searching for household goods at their old place amongst the debris of City Z when they encounter an unusual dog and monkey. Soon after, Saitama’s new home reveals astonishing features…
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One-Punch Man, Vol. 36

by ONE ...

After a battle between Terrible Tornado and the Blizzard Bunch, Terrible Tornado pressures her sister Blizzard to sever ties with her subordinates. Saitama tries to intervene, but then a massive brawl erupts between them! ... Read more

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After a battle between Terrible Tornado and the Blizzard Bunch, Terrible Tornado pressures her sister Blizzard to sever ties with her subordinates. Saitama tries to intervene, but then a massive brawl erupts between them!
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Honey Lemon Soda, Vol. 12

by Mayu Murata, Byong Je Chun ...

Series Book 12 - Honey Lemon Soda
It’s Uka and Kai’s first summer break as a couple! Kai invites Uka over to hang out, and with the two of them all alone, Uka's mind starts to run wild… Time to make it an unforgettable summer! ... Read more

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It’s Uka and Kai’s first summer break as a couple! Kai invites Uka over to hang out, and with the two of them all alone, Uka's mind starts to run wild… Time to make it an unforgettable summer!
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