Manga News and Information
Press ReleaseSan Francisco, CA, March 21, 2007 – VIZ Pictures, an affiliate of VIZ Media LLC, the leading U.S. publisher of Japanese animation and comics that focuses on Japanese live-action film distribution, continues to expand its catalog of acclaimed titles set for special North American theatrical screenings with the release of PING PONG, the comedic sports film by director Fumihiko Sori. HERNDON, VA - March 21, 2007 - DLSite.com today announced the release of a fully localized, English version of full 3D combat action game "Street Fucker". MPD-Psycho was deemed too shocking for other publishers, with violent images that most thought were too graphic for the American public. But coming this June, the most-requested manga series in recent memory will be presented uncut and uncensored from Dark Horse Comics. Brace yourself for a dark journey into madness: Eiji Otsuka and Sho-u Tajima's MPD-Psycho. Dark Horse Books is proud to present the first volume in a prose series based on the incredibly popular duo the Dirty Pair, which is available to U.S. fans for the first time! Haruka Takachiho's best-selling novels in Japan are the subject of an animated series, three motion pictures, and a series of graphic novels. Dark Horse is pleased to announce the promotion of staff member Jeremy Atkins to the new position of Director of Publicity. Atkins comes to the position with two and a half years of experience in sales, marketing and publicity for Dark Horse. During his tenure, he's handled publicity surrounding the adaptation of the 300 graphic novel to film, created partnerships with MySpace, and increased national media coverage of Dark Horse books, comics, and merchandise. HERNDON, VA - March 16, 2007 - DLSite.com, Japan's most popular distribution portal site for Doujin and Indy products, is now ready to welcome the world audience. Happy White Day from 801 Media Inc! Los Angeles, CA, March 14, 2007- It's White Day and while the "men" of 801 Media Inc. would love to give their adoring fans chocolate and flowers, it is a bit hard considering they are two dimensional, imaginary characters. So instead, 801-chan and Tomo-chan are taking care of the "gifts" and are excited to announce the following additions to 801 Media Inc.'s line-up. Gardena, CA, March 14, 2007 – Juné by Digital Manga Publishing, one of the industry’s most innovative manga licensing and publishing companies, is pleased to announce Hinako Takanaga as their guest for Yaoi Con 2007 (www.yaoicon.com). HERNDON, VA - March 12, 2007 - DLSite.com today announced the release of a fully localized, English version of popular interactive full 3D Japanese game, "Please! Shooting Star!". HERNDON, VA ・March 9, 2007 - CuriousFactory today announced that DLSite.com, Japan's most notable distribution portal site for Doujin and Indy products, is accepting works from outside of Japan. DLSite.com carries thousands of Doujin products such as Doujinshi, CG collection, game, novel, music, and utility tool. Due to the increasing interest from the creators and users outside of Japan, CuriousFactory and DLSite.com is now working together to accept works from outside of Japan. |
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