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Bless 4

Part of Bless

Paperback (Manga RTL)
5-3/4"W x 8-3/16"H | 7 oz | 24 per carton
On sale Feb 25, 2025 | 160 Pages | 9798888772768
Rated T
FOC Jan 27, 2025 | Catalog December 2024
They said Aia was destined to be a model, and Jun was bullied for her freckles. Together, they will take back the power to define themselves in an inspirational fashion manga that asks cutting questions about what it really means to be beautiful--and what it takes to overcome an arbitrary system that seems to respect talent over hard work.

Determined to prove they belong with the pros, Aia and Jun strive to be the very best in their field. Recognition from their peers is validating, but achieving personal milestones also calls for celebration. Both are radiating with confidence, ready to step into the spotlight.

It takes a village to nurture talent, and Jun’s mother is proud to see her daughter take flight. Aia’s support system comes from MIRROR where he gets on-the-job experience along with a heavy dose of tough love. With every moment devoted to pursuing their passion, Jun and Aia reflect on what it takes to make it in the fashion and beauty world. Every star has an origin story leading to success. Is it time for Jun and Aia to shine, or will the pressure burn them out?
Yukino Sonoyama won immmediate acclaim for her debut manga series Bless in 2022. The series is being published in English by Kodansha.
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About

They said Aia was destined to be a model, and Jun was bullied for her freckles. Together, they will take back the power to define themselves in an inspirational fashion manga that asks cutting questions about what it really means to be beautiful--and what it takes to overcome an arbitrary system that seems to respect talent over hard work.

Determined to prove they belong with the pros, Aia and Jun strive to be the very best in their field. Recognition from their peers is validating, but achieving personal milestones also calls for celebration. Both are radiating with confidence, ready to step into the spotlight.

It takes a village to nurture talent, and Jun’s mother is proud to see her daughter take flight. Aia’s support system comes from MIRROR where he gets on-the-job experience along with a heavy dose of tough love. With every moment devoted to pursuing their passion, Jun and Aia reflect on what it takes to make it in the fashion and beauty world. Every star has an origin story leading to success. Is it time for Jun and Aia to shine, or will the pressure burn them out?

Creators

Yukino Sonoyama won immmediate acclaim for her debut manga series Bless in 2022. The series is being published in English by Kodansha.
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