Never Give Up!
Tokyopop · 2006–2011 · 8 issues
About the series
A heartfelt, eight-issue manga-inspired series from Tokyopop (2006–2011), Never Give Up! follows the emotional journey of a young girl striving to become a professional dancer despite personal and physical setbacks. Created by writer and artist Shizuru Seino, the series is a warm, understated exploration of perseverance and friendship, notable for its gentle art style and its focus on the quiet determination behind a dream. It matters as a compact, character-driven story that captures the spirit of shōjo manga while standing out in Tokyopop's original English-language lineup.