Star Fruit Books recently announced that they have acquired the licensing rights for two manga titles, Toshihiro Ono’s Yadokari: The Shell Machine God and Yoiyu’s When Pink Rain Falls 3: Under The Mistletoe. The American publisher plans to release Yadokari in 2025 and When Pink Rain Falls 3 during the holiday season.
Yadokari: The Shell Machine God, created by Toshihiro Ono, originally debuted as a single-volume manga in Shogakukan’s CoroCoro Comic magazine back in 1995. Ono, known for their work on the Pokémon manga, brings a unique and captivating story to readers with Yadokari.
On the other hand, Yoiyu’s When Pink Rain Falls series has been gaining popularity since its first volume release in 2020. When Pink Rain Falls 3: Under The Mistletoe is themed around Christmas, adding a festive twist to the beloved BL manga series.
Star Fruit Books has previously released the first two volumes of When Pink Rain Falls, with Azuki handling the distribution of both the original series and its sequel. Fans can look forward to the continuation of the heartwarming and engaging story in the upcoming release of When Pink Rain Falls 3.
The acquisition of these two titles by Star Fruit Books showcases their commitment to bringing diverse and engaging manga to the North American audience. With the release of Yadokari and When Pink Rain Falls 3, readers can immerse themselves in the worlds created by talented mangaka and enjoy new and exciting stories.
As the holiday season approaches, fans of When Pink Rain Falls can anticipate the festive-themed third volume, adding a touch of warmth and joy to their reading experience. Stay tuned for more updates on the release dates and availability of these exciting new additions to Star Fruit Books’ catalog.
