Glacier Bay Books: New Manga Licenses & Star Fruit Inventory Update

Glacier Bay Books has unveiled a major slate of licenses and release updates, expanding its catalog with new English editions and continuing the cherished Star Fruit Books lineup. From classic horror by Hideshi Hino to quiet, artful slice-of-life stories and experimental graphic works, this announcement cements Glacier Bay’s role as a go-to publisher for distinctive manga and graphic novels. Below we break down each confirmed title, schedules, and what readers should expect in the coming months.

Glacier Bay Books continues the Star Fruit Books legacy

One of the most notable parts of Glacier Bay’s announcement is its commitment to maintaining and expanding the Star Fruit Books editions. The publisher confirmed it will continue releasing Hideshi Hino’s works in English, including new editions and reprints that preserve the unique tone and presentation of the original Star Fruit releases.

Hideshi Hino: new releases and reprints

Glacier Bay will publish Hino’s Occult Detective Club / Graveyard of the Death Dolls in a Star Fruit edition. The company also reported that lettering for Hino’s Red Snake manga is currently in progress and will be released in the future, while a reprint of the notorious Panorama of Hell is planned. Fans of classic Japanese horror should watch for release updates and special edition details.

Announcement: Occult Detective Club / Graveyard of the Death Dolls — STAR FRUIT Edition.

Key new licenses and when to expect them

Glacier Bay’s newly announced lineup spans several genres and formats, from single-volume literary manga to art-book-style releases and historical fiction. Below are the highlights and estimated timeframes shared by the publisher.

Akari by Marco Kohinata — quiet charm arriving in June

Marco Kohinata’s Akari will be widely stocked in bookstores later this year, with Glacier Bay listing a June release and pre-orders currently available through their storefront. Akari is Kohinata’s English-language debut and is described as “a quietly beautiful standalone story about mistaken identity, found family, and the profound power of art.” Originally published in Japan by Hero’s Inc. in 2022, this one-volume title is being positioned as a gentle, art-forward read well-suited to readers who enjoy intimate, character-driven manga.

Akari — an artful single-volume manga arriving June (pre-orders open).

GODHEAD by Courtney Løberg — large-format art/graphics release

Also slated for June, GODHEAD is described as an “elegantly mysterious large format release” that blends zine, art book, and comics elements. Courtney Løberg’s work is expected to appeal to readers who favor experimental formats and visually-driven narratives. Glacier Bay’s presentation promises a collectible-feel release with an emphasis on design and production values.

GODHEAD — large-format art/graphic release, June.

Juji and Aichi by codomopaper — Meiji-era literary mystery (fall)

Scheduled for release this fall, Juji and Aichi follows a mysterious relationship between a popular novelist and an unsellable manga artist during the Meiji era. Glacier Bay promises a “beautiful edition” of codomopaper’s long-awaited English release, which should appeal to readers who enjoy historical settings, literary themes, and complex character dynamics.

Juji and Aichi — historical, literary manga arriving this fall.

Short story collections and anthologies: Hyou Hyou, Grin Grin Grin, Prism

Glacier Bay announced several short story collections and anthologies scheduled across the next few seasons. nerunodaisuki’s Hyou Hyou is confirmed for release (timing TBD), while Sangatou’s Grin Grin Grin — an anthology of strange, quietly eerie stories — is expected this summer in a Star Fruit edition. Yoichi Abe’s Prism, another Star Fruit short story collection, is also set to be published; Glacier Bay’s descriptions suggest a range of surreal and folkloric material that complements the publisher’s existing horror and experimental catalog.

Grin Grin Grin — Star Fruit anthology expected this summer.

PRISM by Yoichi Abe — a Star Fruit short story collection mixing the whimsical and the strange.

Titles finishing print runs and what that means for collectors

Glacier Bay also revealed that several titles are recently finished or nearly finished printing, including Baku Chan, Box Garden Beetle, The Cursed Body, and Star Clock Liddell. For collectors and readers who want physical copies, these print completions could mean upcoming restocks or limited availability windows — keep an eye on retailer listings and Glacier Bay’s official sales channels to avoid missing print runs.

Where to preorder and follow updates

Pre-orders for several titles (notably Akari) are already available through Glacier Bay’s web storefront, and the publisher is using its social channels to post artwork and release updates. For the most direct announcements, check Glacier Bay Books’ official feed. Follow Glacier Bay Books on X for release dates, preorder links, and production notes.

What this lineup means for readers and the English manga market

Glacier Bay’s mix of reprints, Star Fruit continuations, and eclectic new licenses highlights a growing demand for curated, design-forward manga releases in English. The publisher is clearly investing in niche and auteur-driven works that emphasize art direction and carefully produced editions — a welcome development for readers who value presentation as much as story.

Final thoughts

Glacier Bay Books’ recent announcements offer something for horror fans, art-book aficionados, and readers seeking literary or experimental manga. With releases scheduled from June through the fall and several Star Fruit editions in the pipeline, now is a great time to explore Glacier Bay’s catalog or preorder titles you don’t want to miss. Keep an eye on official sales channels for exact release dates and edition details — and for collectors, don’t sleep on those limited print runs.

Source: Glacier Bay Books’ announcements on social channels.

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