TokyoPOP’s Disney Manga Calender is Hot This Spring
Disney manga fans have a few collected editions to consider, which are mostly reprints, but for those who haven’t read them yet, these new editions are hardcover editions.
New hardcover and translated editions of TokyoPOP‘s Disney Manga are coming to bookstores, featuring some of this studio’s beloved characters in manga-style format. Whether it’s a certain Jack Sparrow or a certain blue fuzzy wuzzy, these editions are worth considering if those softcover copies are looking worn from repeated reading. Two of the three are available now, with the third coming soon.
While my money is on the upgrade path for Stitch! The Manga Collection, that’s because the two volumes that make up this set are now in one package. Even though Best Friends Forever! is not part of the collection, maybe it’ll be added in due time. Stitch and the Samurai has its own compiled collection (Amazon link), so that’s what fans need to know when comparing this upcoming release to past editions.
Based on the hit movies, this Pirates of the Caribbean box set includes three full manga books: Dead Man’s Chest, At World’s End, and the original story The Adventures of Jack Sparrow, which follows the infamous pirate in his early seafaring escapades. All three books are collected in a treasured box slip.
TIM BURTON’S THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS: THE BATTLE FOR PUMPKIN KING HARDCOVER EDITION ISBN: 9781427884282 • Available June 30thAvailable on Amazon USA to preorder
This new hardcover edition, set before the events of the film, gives the backstory that some may argue is needed: Once upon a time, Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie were close friends. Eager to prove themselves, they poured all their passion into their creepy projects to earn their rightful place as the scariest duo in town. But there could only be one Pumpkin King! What could have happened to turn two best friends into such bitter rivals?
Written by Dan Conner (Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: Zero’s Journey), with story by Shaun McLaughlin and D.J. Milky, and art from Deborah Allo and Roberto Scalia, this full-colour graphic novel series is another deep dive into the holiday-themed world.
In addition to the English release, there’s a Spanish edition, which was released April 14th, 2026.
DISNEY STITCH! THE MANGA COLLECTION (SPECIAL EDITION) ISBN: 9781427885098 • Available May 12thExclusive sprayed edges are the only difference collectors will find when comparing editions. Here, small side stories are offered. Readers will find Yuna and Stitch going fishing, entering a costume contest, and even attempting to bake a cake.
