New Manga to Read Now

So much fantastic manga comes out every month that it can be hard to keep track of it all. Happily, we've got you covered with this list of ten of the best manga to check out this summer. Whether you're new to manga and looking for something fun and light to try, or a seasoned reader looking for the best new stories, there's something for you here. From romance to adventure, dystopian to fantasy, and everything in between, here's the best new manga to read right now.

GoGo Monster by Taiyo Matsumoto
In this adventurous manga, a third-grader named Yuki Tachibana lives two lives. At school, he's a lonely kid who's often teased for the strange, unbelievable stories he tells. But he knows about a world they can't see, where powerful supernatural beings fight among themselves and cause havoc in the real world.

Alley: Junji Ito Story Collection by Junji Ito
In this collection of horror short stories, Junji Ito creates a world of towns without roads, mysterious voices that come from nowhere, bizarre dreams, and more. Characters find themselves in haunting and dangerous situations, as they attempt to navigate the eerie, supernatural presences among them.   

Battle Royale: Enforcers, Vol. 1 by Koushun Takami
In this dystopian manga, a group of teenagers are forced to fight to the death on a remote island. The fascist government that controls Japan now uses a deadly AI program to control and subdue its citizens. The teenagers must use all their skill and creativity to stay alive—and maybe escape to freedom.

Naruto: Konoha’s Story—The Steam Ninja Scrolls by Natsuo Sai
This new manga is set in the same universe as the popular Naruto. It follows Sarutobi Mirai, a girl trying to prove herself and get out from under the shadow of her family of famous ninjas. During a secret mission, she learns there's a lot more to being a ninja than looking cool with tackling assassins. 

This Wolf Is Not Scary by  Rico Sakura
This romantic manga is set in a world populated by half-humans evolved from various different animals. Shirou is a wolf who hasn't found much acceptance with his own people; he falls in love with Usami, a rabbit who opens up to Shirou after he saves him from an attack.

My Oh My, Atami-kun by Asa Tanuma
High schooler Atami seems to live a charmed life: He's popular, handsome, and charismatic—and girls are constantly asking him out. But, he likes boys and doesn't know what to do about it. He just wants his classmates to see him for who he is, not just for his pretty face.

Aria of the Beech Forest by Yugiri Aika
In this cozy fantasy set in Ireland, a young witch befriends a talking wolf. Aria is an excellent cook, a skilled knitter, and a master gardener. But she is not very good at magic—which is a bit of a problem, since she's a witch. Her friendship with the wolf changes everything, though—together, the two can tackle anything.

GOGOGOGO-GO-GHOST! by Miyako Hiruzuka
Ushiro Akechi is struggling after an office affair ends in a bad breakup. Just when she's at her most desperate, she meets Spiritual Older Sister Masako—a guardian from the other side who's willing to act as a mentor, confidant, and spiritual advisor. What follows is a heartwarming story of ghostly friendship.

Kind of a Wolf by Machi Suehiro
Shiroki is a busy college student who just wants to hang out with his cat when he's not in class. His neighbor, Hayato, makes this almost impossible, as she is constantly making a ton of noise. But when Shiroki's cat ventures onto Hayato's balcony one day, everything changes between them. 

Throw Away the Suit Together by Keyyang
College girlfriends Haru and Hii-chan have just about had it with all the pressure—to do well in school, get good jobs, and go on to live perfect, conventional lives. So they decide to move to a far-away island together. Only, it turns out that island life isn't quite as idyllic as they'd hoped.

Whether you're looking for high-stakes adventure or fluffy romance, there's plenty of great new manga to look forward to in July.

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