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Starting with Bug Ego: Discovering ONE's Storytelling
A look at ONE’s unique storytelling through One-Punch Man, Mob Psycho 100, and Bug Ego, exploring how absurd premises give way to deeply human stories—even when read in reverse.


Senpai's Diary: May--Growing Behind the Scenes
Senpai & Co.’s May update covers new manga releases, Artist Alley weekends, our monthly Escape the Isekai event, and a behind-the-scenes look at how our Vancouver, WA bookstore is growing.


Starting with Bug Ego: Discovering ONE's Storytelling
A look at ONE’s unique storytelling through One-Punch Man, Mob Psycho 100, and Bug Ego, exploring how absurd premises give way to deeply human stories—even when read in reverse.
May 58 min read


My Darling Devilish Daughter--The Weight of Being Loved
A thoughtful manga review of My Darling Devilish Daughter Vol. 1, exploring its blend of cozy slice-of-life warmth with unsettling supernatural elements, and how it captures the emotional weight of childhood loneliness.
Apr 213 min read


Bug Ego--Curious, Unsettling, and Surprisingly Fresh
A curious and slightly unsettling manga about reality “hacks,” Bug Ego Vol. 1 delivers a fresh, unpredictable story that leans more surreal than traditional shonen.
Apr 213 min read


Everything for Demon King Evelogia--Chaotic, Spicy, and Fully Committed
What happens when the goal isn’t to save the world, but to make sure the villain wins? Everything for Demon King Evelogia leans into that premise with a chaotic, character-driven approach and a very specific, high-energy tone.
Apr 212 min read


Killing Me/Killing You--Still Alive, Somehow
Killing Me / Killing You is a post-apocalyptic manga about two immortals searching for a way to die, blending dark humor, emotional storytelling, and a focus on connection in a broken world. Despite its premise, it’s a character-driven journey about the meaning people find along the way.
Apr 213 min read


Dear Sister, I've Become a Blessed Maiden--Not What You Think It Is
Dear Sister, I’ve Become a Blessed Maiden is an 18+ BL isekai manga that follows a devoted older brother who takes his sister’s place in a summoning ritual, only to become bound to a powerful mage through a magic system tied to explicit consequences. Best suited for readers looking for mature, content-heavy BL with darker themes.
Apr 143 min read


Betrothed to a Fox Demon--Love Born From Survival
Betrothed to a Fox Demon is a supernatural romance manga that follows an exorcist and the woman devoted to him after a botched ritual binds them together. With a focus on emotional growth, devotion, and human × yokai relationships, it’s a great pick for fans of fantasy romance.
Apr 143 min read


The Prince's Keeper--Soft Magic, Green Flags, and a Cat Prince
The Prince’s Keeper is a cozy fantasy manga about a kind witch and a prince cursed into a cat, building trust as they work to break the spell. With soft magic, gentle pacing, and green-flag character dynamics, it’s a perfect pick for readers who love wholesome, low-drama fantasy stories.
Apr 143 min read


April: Life in the Shop, New Reads, and What's Next
Hi, Friends! April has arrived, and the shop is in full motion. New releases are rolling in, regulars are building out their collections, and we’re starting to see what Senpai & Co. really looks like as it grows. March at the Shop March gave us a busy start to the spring season, and we couldn't be more excited to see April. In March, we had two major events, our Friday the 13th sale and the Matcha Meets Manga pop-up event with Dayone Matcha Bar, and a test-run of an upcoming
Apr 15 min read
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