{"title":"Aki Shimizu","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of \u003cstrong\u003eAki Shimizu\u003c\/strong\u003e, a talented artist and storyteller known for her captivating graphic novels. With a unique flair for blending intricate artwork with compelling narratives, her creations offer an immersive reading experience that draws readers into vibrant and fantastical worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eBetwixt\u003c\/em\u003e, a graphic novel that showcases Shimizu's skill in crafting complex characters and weaving together mystery and adventure. It exemplifies her ability to combine stunning visuals with thought-provoking stories that resonate with a wide range of readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAki Shimizu's graphic novels are a testament to her dynamic storytelling and artistic prowess. Whether you are a seasoned graphic novel enthusiast or new to the genre, her works promise to ignite your imagination and provide hours of enjoyable reading. Explore our selection and get lost in her extraordinary worlds today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"betwixt-by-ryo-hanada-9781974741458","title":"Betwixt","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-new horror anthology featuring cover art by international bestseller, Junji Ito!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eManga creators from Japan and the US present an international showcase of horror. Collected for the first time in \u003cem\u003eBetwixt: A Horror Manga Anthology\u003c\/em\u003e, six short stories reveal the universal fear of the space between the known and unknown. Will anyone cross that border?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing stories from a range of award-winning and popular creators, as well as a foreword and exclusive cover art by global phenomenon, Junji Ito.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRyo Hanada (creator of \u003cem\u003eDevil’s Line\u003c\/em\u003e), Aki Shimizu (creator of the \u003cem\u003eSuikoden III\u003c\/em\u003e manga), and Shima Shinya (creator of \u003cem\u003eLost Lad London\u003c\/em\u003e and co-writer of \u003cem\u003eStar Wars: The High Republic, The Edge of Balance\u003c\/em\u003e) each tell uniquely Japanese tales of ghosts and creatures who exist alongside us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican creative duo, Becky Cloonan and Michael Conrad (co-writers of \u003cem\u003eWonder Woman\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBatgirls\u003c\/em\u003e), along with duo Leslie Hung (co-creator of \u003cem\u003eSnotgirl\u003c\/em\u003e) and Sloane Leong (creator of \u003cem\u003eA Map to the Sun\u003c\/em\u003e) and up and coming creator Hua Hua Zhu, round out the anthology with tales that would make anyone paranoid about who they may encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46542962622700,"sku":"9781974741458","price":39.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2195693482891.jpg?v=1749727023"},{"product_id":"hinatsugimura-by-aki-shimizu-9798855419818","title":"Hinatsugimura","description":"While looking for the ruins of a pre-WWII village deep in the mountain wilderness, a group of college students find themselves stuck thanks to a sudden thunderstorm. With no phone service, they decide to wait out the rain in a mansion. But little do they know, a ghastly fate awaits them...","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288491409644,"sku":"9798855419818","price":53.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/c0b7c2dbc3b9644b88edb5d87755dc82.jpg?v=1770630634"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/aki-shimizu.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}