A Galaxy Next Door Series

The new sweet and wild romantic comedy from the creator of the hit manga and anime about food and family, Sweetness & Lightning! A desperate manga artist, called on to support his two young siblings, meets a new art assistant. But her arrival isn’t just a small step, it’s a giant leap…

Since his parents died, manga artist Ichiro has barely scraped by, forced to support his two younger siblings on just a middle school education. He doesn’t even have time to learn how to use a computer, which forces him to keep wrestling with pen and paper. When his art assistants quit to strike out on their own, on top of juggling deadlines, family, and the constant fear of losing his job, Ichiro feel close to a total breakdown. But then a new assistant pops into Ichiro’s life, and his prospects immediately start to brighten! She’s an incredible artist, she always finishes on time, and she’s beautiful, to boot! But she also seems to know an awful lot about him, and, soon, she makes a confession that bends Ichiro’s mind beyond the confines of Earth…

The new sweet and wild romantic comedy from the creator of the hit manga and anime about food and family, Sweetness & Lightning! A desperate manga artist, called on to support his two young siblings, meets a new art assistant. But her arrival isn’t just a small step, it’s a giant leap…

A Visit Home!

Shiori had resolved herself not to return to the island she once called home, where she is adored by its people as a princess. She has a new home with new friends, and most importantly…Ichiro’s loving support! When unexpected news results in a trip back to the island, Shiori gathers her courage to tell her parents the truth about her intentions for the future. Especially her mother, who she has always struggled to communicate with. Except…why is her mother suddenly avoiding her? With her days full of trips to the beach, festivals, and dates, will Shiori get the change to finally make her wishes known?

The new sweet and wild romantic comedy from the creator of the hit manga and anime about food and family, Sweetness & Lightning! A desperate manga artist, called on to support his two young siblings, meets a new art assistant. But her arrival isn’t just a small step, it’s a giant leap…

Highs and Lows!

Two months have passed since Ichiro and Shiori successfully annulled their marriage pact and Shiori is eager to pursue her dream of becoming a manga artist! She decides to enter a publishing contest for industry newcomers, full of confidence, positive that nothing could possibly bring her down. Meanwhile, Ichiro must struggle with some disappointing news from his editor… Can these two lovebirds manage to navigate the ups and downs life throws at them and come out stronger?

The new sweet and wild romantic comedy from the creator of the hit manga and anime about food and family, Sweetness & Lightning! A desperate manga artist, called on to support his two young siblings, meets a new art assistant. But her arrival isn’t just a small step, it’s a giant leap…

Meet the Parents!

On the outside, Ichiro and Shiori are the perfect couple, with a comfortable, blossoming relationship that seems to be heading towards marriage. In reality, they are hindered by a mysterious engagement pact, which has the power to inflict one-sided retribution upon Ichiro whenever Shiori feels upset! Having caught wind of the situation, Shiori’s parents show up out of the blue to confront them, determined to separate the couple and bring their daughter back to the island. Ichiro and Shiori will have to stand together to brave her parents’ disapproval… Although, could this finally mean a solution to annulling the pact?!

The new sweet and wild romantic comedy from the creator of the hit manga and anime about food and family, Sweetness & Lightning! A desperate manga artist, called on to support his two young siblings, meets a new art assistant. But her arrival isn’t just a small step, it’s a giant leap…

How hard can dating be?

After a single, accidental touch finds Ichiro, a struggling manga shojo artist, suddenly engaged to his new assistant, the beautiful, alien(?) princess, Shiori, they agreed to test the waters of their new relationship with their very first date! Will an outing at the zoo, a dinner, and a picnic deepen their relationship and their confidence? There’s only one problem…it’s never just the two of them! With winter fast approaching and Christmas soon upon them, can Ichiro and Shiori work up the courage to embark on that famous shojo manga love story staple–the Christmas date?!

The new sweet and wild romantic comedy from the creator of the hit manga and anime about food and family, Sweetness & Lightning! A desperate manga artist, called on to support his two young siblings, meets a new art assistant. But her arrival isn’t just a small step, it’s a giant leap…

Princess Meets… Manga Artist?!
 
Ever since their father died, Ichiro Kuga has struggled to support his two younger siblings on nothing but a small inheritance and his passion for drawing manga. But it’s becoming harder to keep up with his growing responsibilities and deadlines, especially after his last two assistants quit to follow their dreams. Just as he’s nearing his breaking point, the beautiful and scarily competent Shiori Goshiki applies to become his new assistant. But there’s something almost otherworldly about Goshiki, and soon Kuga finds his reality turned upside down when she suddenly declares them engaged to marry!