Going into the month, I didn’t plan to buy any books. However, plans changed and books were indeed purchased. Many of these books I’ve had my eye on for a while and more are sequels of series I am actively reading. Without further ado, let’s get to my October 2024 book haul.
October 2024 Book Haul
Komi Can’t Communicate Vol 28 by Tomohito Oda
The journey to 100 friends begins with a single conversation.
Socially anxious high school student Shoko Komi’s greatest dream is to make some friends, but everyone at school mistakes her crippling social anxiety for cool reserve. Luckily she meets Tadano, a timid wallflower who decides to step out of his comfort zone in order to help her achieve her goal of making 100 friends.
Now that Komi and Tadano are an official couple, Komi’s dad wants another chance to bond with his daughter’s boyfriend, this time on a sauna date! It’s just as awkward as it sounds, but Tadano manages to make things even more cringe when heat-induced delirium prompts him to ask Komi’s dad the worst question in the history of questions—how do you kiss a girl?
Komi Can’t Communicate Vol 29 by Tomohito Oda
The journey to 100 friends begins with a single conversation.
Socially anxious high school student Shoko Komi’s greatest dream is to make some friends, but everyone at school mistakes her crippling social anxiety for cool reserve. Luckily she meets Tadano, a timid wallflower who decides to step out of his comfort zone in order to help her achieve her goal of making 100 friends.
Itan High is in danger! Proxy Chair Icho has accidentally placed the school on the chopping block, but the students still have one way to save their beloved institution—study camp! There’s another school at the camp, though, and their star pupil is someone special from Tadano’s past. How will Komi handle the scholastic and romantic competition?!
Komi Can’t Communicate Vol 30 by Tomohito Oda
The journey to 100 friends begins with a single conversation.
Socially anxious high school student Shoko Komi’s greatest dream is to make some friends, but everyone at school mistakes her crippling social anxiety for cool reserve. Luckily she meets Tadano, a timid wallflower who decides to step out of his comfort zone in order to help her achieve her goal of making 100 friends.
Kawai isn’t used to defeat, but by the end of the study camp it’s clear that Komi has her beat in the one subject that really matters—Tadano’s affections! While Komi is happy that Tadano’s heart wasn’t actually up for grabs, her victory turns bittersweet when she sees how lost Kawai seems now that their battle is over. Can Komi turn a failed love rival into a true friend?
The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben
Are trees social beings? In The Hidden Life of Trees forester and author Peter Wohlleben convincingly makes the case that, yes, the forest is a social network. He draws on groundbreaking scientific discoveries to describe how trees are like human families: tree parents live together with their children, communicate with them, support them as they grow, share nutrients with those who are sick or struggling, and even warn each other of impending dangers. Wohlleben also shares his deep love of woods and forests, explaining the amazing processes of life, death, and regeneration that he has observed in his woodland.
Kimi ni Todoke: From Me To You: Soulmate Vol 3 by Karuho Shiina
In college, Kurumi thinks she’s found her soulmate in Sawako, her rival-turned-best-friend from high school. But Kurumi’s feelings for Eiji are only growing. After a fraught encounter with Eiji’s former crush, words from Sawako give Kurumi the courage to open her heart and realize who her soulmate really is.
Maison Ikkuko Vol 5 by Rumiko Takahashi
Yusaku Godai didn’t get accepted into college on the first try, so he’s studying to retake the entrance exams. But living in a dilapidated building full of eccentric and noisy tenants is making it hard for him to achieve his goals. Now that a beautiful woman has moved in to become the new resident manager, Godai is driven to distraction!
After Yusaku Godai saves his beloved apartment manager, Kyoko Otonashi, from falling off the roof of Maison Ikkoku, the two argue and Godai falls off the balcony, breaking his leg. Kyoko keeps visiting him during his stay in the hospital, but all their friends are making it difficult for them to find time alone to make up.
Maison Ikkuko Vol 10 by Rumiko Takahashi
Yusaku Godai didn’t get accepted into college on the first try, so he’s studying to retake the entrance exams. But living in a dilapidated building full of eccentric and noisy tenants is making it hard for him to achieve his goals. Now that a beautiful woman has moved in to become the new resident manager, Godai is driven to distraction!
Believing that Godai has proposed to Kozue, Kyoko leaves Maison Ikkoku and moves back into her parents’ apartment. Will Godai be able to convince Kyoko—and her parents—that he’s the man she should marry?
Horimiya Vol 17 by HERO
The sweet “aww”-inspiring tale of school life lives forever in your hearts!! They met. They graduated. And now they’re living their best lives. But it’s good for the soul to take a stroll down memory lane…back to a time when each and every day was packed with the exciting, the zany, and all the bittersweet moments in between! From trolling the teachers to having a little fun in the sun at the seaside, Yuuna and Souta look back on the untold adventures of Hori, Miyamura, and friends!
I hope you enjoyed my October 2024 Book Haul. What books did you buy this month?
I started Komi can’t communicate by watching the anime and since I really liked it, I’m thinking of starting the manga. The hidden life of trees sounds interesting too, thanks for sharing!
That’s fantastic you’ve been watching the anime. I have yet to start the anime but I plan to at some point.
Komi can’t communicate sounds like a good series. Thanks for sharing.
It’s a fun read for sure.
I’m wondering if my boy would like this. Thanks for sharing.
He may enjoy some of the books here.
I haven’t watched anime since Sailor Moon was big in the 90s, maybe I will try looking into mangas.
If you have enjoyed some anime in the past, then you will likely find some manga that you will like as well.