New Publisher Manga Mavericks Books To Launch July 16, 2025!

From podcaster to being a publisher, Manga Mavericks LLC, has branched out to offer books to readers worldwide that are unique. They began in 2016 and mushroomed into a multimedia company anchored by a successful webcast network, a team of journalists and reviewers dedicated to exploring manga as both a medium and as an industry across the world. This company is working with Japanese translation company Red String to get their new business venture ready for world-wide distribution.

When the competition is tough to stand out, to seek out works that can stand out can be tough! What this publisher chose as their launch titles looks great! I’m particularly excited about Bonds. Countless past retellings about the Monkey King, particularly animated versions, make me curious about this graphic novel’s new approach to showcasing the trickster god’s nature. Before his imprisonment, he caused a lot of trouble, and only after his release did his arrogance subside.

These releases launch July 16th, and pre-orders can be made exclusively on their website. Digital editions will be available from Amazon, Google Play, iBooks, Kobo and Nook.

The first three titles to be offered by Manga Mavericks LLC are:

BONDS, Vol. 1

Story and art by Zenzo · Print SRP: $11.99 / Digital SRP: $4.99 · 36 pages · ISBN: 9781968054007 · For Readers 13+ · Available July 16th

In an alternate take on Journey to the West, Son Goku and Sanzo have only just begun their long journey, and trust doesn’t come easily. Their already shaky bond is tested further when Sanzo’s misgivings lead to a rift between the two. Is the journey over before it even begins, or is it true that adversity is what forges unshakable bonds?

Print edition available for purchase at: https://store.mangamavericks.com/products/bonds

Digital edition available at: https://store.mangamavericks.com/products/bonds-digital

ALTERNATIVE [SELF LINER NOTE]

Story and art by Chiaki Yagura · Print SRP: $11.99 / Digital SRP: $4.99 · 40 pages · ISBN: 9781968054014 · For Readers 13+ · Available July 16th
“The good die young.” There’s a whole movement of entertainers who by 27 years old had left their mark on the world, including my God. At 28, what have I done? Am I worthy of standing on the same stage? Why does my gospel stay unwritten?

Print edition available for purchase at:
https://store.mangamavericks.com/products/alternativeself-liner-note

Digital edition available at:
https://store.mangamavericks.com/products/alternativeself-liner-note-digital

ZIGOKU’S FOREMAN Vol. 1

Story and art by 9banta · Print SRP: $23.99 / Digital SRP: $9.99 · 88 pages · ISBN: 9781968054014 · For Readers 13+ · Available July 16th

Meet the literal boss from hell. Mizuchi, once a human, died, went to hell, and became an unruly demon. Though he’s not just any demon: he’s a foreman with underlings who make up a motley crew. With a magic sword and super strength, some hellish construction work should be a snap, but Mizuchi and his crew are hellbent on doing anything aside from their work

Print edition available for purchase at:
https://store.mangamavericks.com/products/zigokus-foreman-volume-1

Digital edition available at: https://store.mangamavericks.com/products/zigokus-foreman-volume-1-digital