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December is right here, and you realize what meaning? It’s time to throw on some cozy garments, put together a heat beverage, and learn till we are able to’t preserve our eyes open anymore! All jokes apart, that’s one of many the explanation why I really like December a lot. It gives a collective alternative for folks to take their time and do one thing they love. In my case, and most certainly yours too, that’s studying as a lot as I can. Because it’s additionally the top of the yr, I search for shorter reads that I can devour simply. Enter comics and graphic novels. They’re excellent for this time of yr (or any, actually). They additionally supply all kinds of tales, so you possibly can simply discover a graphic novel you want! That being stated, it’s at all times enjoyable to learn the very newest releases. Which is why immediately we’re new manga, graphic novels, and comics launched in December.
There’s a little bit of the whole lot on this listing. Mostly first volumes, however a few these graphic novels proceed tales which have already begun. No quantity is increased than #2 although. There are additionally heroes, monsters, warriors, detectives, and loads of common folks. So anybody can discover a story they like inside these new releases!
But with out additional ado, let’s have a look at a number of the new comics launched in December.
8 New Manga, Graphic Novels, and Comics Released in December

Rainbow Days, Vol. 1 by Minami Mizuno (December 6)
We’re kicking issues off with a candy and romantic manga! Rainbow Days kicks off a brand new collection impressed by the titular anime. The story follows 4 highschool mates named Natsuki, Tomoya, Keiichi, and Tsuyoshi as they help one another via the ups and downs of life. More particularly, this quantity follows Natsuki and his Christmas plans — which could assist him meet up with his mates in the connection division. Of course, issues don’t go as deliberate, however Natsuki would possibly nonetheless find yourself in love by the top of the evening.

Unfamiliar by Haley Newsome (December 6)
This graphic novel will most certainly look acquainted to a few of you — and that’s as a result of the Unfamiliar Tapas webcomic is being historically printed! For these of you who don’t know this whimsical and magical story, it follows a younger kitchen witch named Planchette. She strikes into a brand new residence, solely to seek out that it’s haunted. The ghosts gained’t depart simply, so Planchette decides to assist them with their unfinished enterprise.

Enola Holmes: The Graphic Novels Vol. 2 by Serena Blasco (December 6)
Did you realize Enola Holmes additionally has a collection of graphic novels? Well, quantity 2 is lastly out this December! This graphic novel encompasses three of Enola’s instances, that are by some means tied to Sherlock and the query of what occurred to their mom. These mysteries are The Case of the Peculiar Pink Fan, The Case of the Cryptic Crinoline, and the brand new The Case of Baker Street Station. Because it adapts two of Nancy Springer’s particular person novels (plus a brand new story), it’s protected to say that this graphic novel could be learn as a standalone!

It’s Only Teenage Wasteland #1 by Curt Pires (December 07)
The subsequent comedian launched in December is an thrilling coming-of-age story with parts of sci-fi and thriller! The story follows a excessive schooler named Javi and his group of mates. They have a quite simple mission: to climb up the social ladder by throwing the best celebration of the yr. Of course issues go horribly mistaken, which is the start line for an intriguing thriller paying homage to Lost.

Monstress Book Two by Marjorie Liu (December 13)
Moving on to one of many few entries on this listing that isn’t a primary quantity. Monstress Book Two is lastly hitting the cabinets! This graphic novel collects volumes 4–6 (points #19–35) of the favored fantasy collection — making this deluxe version completely price it for followers of Monstress. If you’re unfamiliar with the story, these comics comply with a lady named Maika. She’s attempting to study extra about her previous, in addition to perceive the unusual eldritch creature that lives below her pores and skin. Add to the combination a steampunk look and some horror-fantasy vibes, and you will have one of the crucial thrilling and distinctive comics you’ll ever learn!

Afro Samurai Vol.1 by Takashi Okazaki (December 13)
The authentic Afro Samurai manga went out of print years in the past. But the cult basic is being rereleased and the primary quantity hits the cabinets this month! The story is about in a feudal, futuristic Japan, in a world in which samurai always battle to be #1. Afro Samurai’s father is killed in one among these battles, and our protagonist vows revenge. But will he keep alive lengthy sufficient to meet his promise?

Monica Rambeau: Photon #1 by Eve L. Ewing (December 14)
The first challenge of Monica Rambeau’s new comedian is out this month! Monica Rambeau: Photon follows the titular superhero on a particular mission. The hero has to make a cosmic supply on behalf of S.W.O.R.D. But in fact issues go sideways, and Rambeau has to stability her new journey with some good quaint household drama. Photon’s journey will take her on fairly the journey, assembly different well-known Marvel characters like your favourite neighborhood Spider-Man and a sure Sorcerer Supreme!

Mary Anne’s Bad Luck Mystery: A Graphic Novel by Cynthia Yuan Cheng (December 27)
Okay so technically, this final graphic novel is #13 in a collection. But it may be learn as a standalone, so in fact I needed to embody it! Adapted from a basic BSC novel, the story follows Mary Anne after she throws away a bizarre chain letter she obtained in the mail. She and the opposite BSC members have had a string of dangerous luck since that, and with Halloween approaching who is aware of what sort of mysterious issues would possibly occur to them. Everything modifications once more when Mary Anne receives one other letter, this one with a bad-luck allure and a observe that claims she must put on it — or else.
Missed final month’s releases? We obtained you lined! You’ll additionally discover a full listing of latest releases in the magical New Release Index, fastidiously curated by your favourite Book Riot editors, organized by style and launch date.
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