MegaManga

From 2003 to 2007, Fantagraphics’ MegaManga brought a curated selection of Japanese manga to American readers across 23 issues, spotlighting the lush, often provocative work of artists like Toshiki Yui, Makoto Fujisaki, and Oh! great. This anthology series served as a vital bridge between underground and mainstream manga fandom, offering a mix of genres from sci-fi to fantasy that highlighted the distinctive visual styles and storytelling sensibilities of its creators. Though short-lived, MegaManga remains a notable artifact of the early-2000s manga boom, capturing a moment when Western publishers were eager to showcase diverse Japanese talent.