{"product_id":"yan-vol1-isbn-9781787744424","title":"Yan Vol.1","description":"\u003cb\u003eWinner of the Golden Comic Award, from traditional Peking Opera to Taiwan in a future where machine’s rule, enjoy this action-packed thriller in English for the first time.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFrom award-winning creator of \u003ci\u003eBaby \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eThe Hidden Level, \u003c\/i\u003eChang Sheng delivers an opulently detailed supernatural sci-fi story – that defies genres and engrosses readers with stunning artwork.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWinner of the Golden Comics Awards and a standout of Taiwan’s rising comics scene, Yan Vol. 1 is a haunting, genre-bending journey from master storyteller Chang Sheng—creator of \u003ci\u003eBaby\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Hidden Level.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this stunning first volume, the echoes of Peking Opera performances 30 years past linger in the shadows of a story that begins in tradition and spirals toward a dark, speculative future. The tale unfolds across eras—starting with a tragedy in the richly detailed world of late 20th-century Taiwan, stepping into the present day, and glimmering with the foreboding rise of a dystopian tomorrow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeclared dead in prison records, Yan Tieh-Hua mysteriously returns to Taipei, reigniting the investigation into a decades-old massacre—her own family’s. As she carves a bloody path toward vengeance, Detective Lei is drawn into a chilling spiral of cold cases, supernatural events, and impossible truths. Alongside Yan is Higa Mirai, a young Go prodigy with the uncanny gift of precognition, adding eerie weight to every move made.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith sharp moral tension, brutal action, and a uniquely Taiwanese swagger, Yan is more than a mere quest for revenge—it’s a vision of justice that questions what lies beneath our choices, and what might come after humanity loses control.\"\u003cb\u003eJohn Wick\u003c\/b\u003e meets Nightwing, this is perfect for people who want non-stop action, gore, and magic!\" - \u003cb\u003eBig Planet Comics \"BEST OF 2025\" list\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"If this is your first exposure to Chang Sheng’s artwork, you’re in for a treat. [...] This is a manga you won’t want to put down, and a story you won’t want to miss.\" \u003cb\u003eOtaku USA Magazine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"Brutal, disciplined, and absolutely extraordinary. There's manga, and there's MANGA. This is a masterpiece of visual storytelling. Come for the action, stay for the art.\" \u003cb\u003eLiam Sharp \u003c\/b\u003e(\u003ci\u003eSpawn the Dark Ages\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWonder Woman\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Green Lantern\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eStarHenge\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"I loved every aspect of this read. The artwork is stunning.\" \u003cb\u003eUrbon Adamsson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"Best action choreography you’ve ever seen in comics form.\" \u003cb\u003eBORG\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"Wow. This looks so good, I want to steal the artist. And this can be the quote for the book!” \u003cb\u003eMark Millar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"This oversized manga [..] drips style on every page. I found myself entranced with every turn of the page.\"\u003cb\u003e That Comic Girl\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"The author's illustrations are absolutely incredible—richly detailed, expressive, and dynamic.\" \u003cb\u003eSophia's Book Emporium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"I think that Yan is going to be one of those series that as soon as I see the next volume is out I'm going to be grabbing it without even needing to consider it.\" \u003cb\u003eTrans-Scribe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“It’s a potpourri of inspirations, both intentional and otherwise, wrapped in gorgeous artwork and character interactions that intrigue without revealing their hand.” \u003cb\u003eWeekly Shougakukan Edition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \"Unlike any manga I’ve read in recent memory. [...] The blend of genres employed here is truly innovative and kept me riveted throughout. 5 out of 5.\" \u003cb\u003eKabooooom!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \"Extremely captivating. [...] Anyone reading Yan will be counting the days until the next volumes!\" \u003cb\u003eThe Slings \u0026amp; Arrows\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I had a blast reading Yan Vol. 1, and I couldn't put this first volume down until I finished it. A+\" \u003cb\u003eI Reads You\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Beautiful artwork and kick butt action scenes promise for a roaring success for this series.\" \u003cb\u003eDean is Booked\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I love a good manga [...]. With Yan Volume 1 from Titan Manga, I got just that… and so much more. It’s a must-read for any fan of manga. 5\/5\" \u003cb\u003ePastrami Nation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Comic-defining legacy debut.\" \u003cb\u003eBooks in my Hallway\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"The action is one of the driving forces here in this manga, and it is done so well that you are turning page after page, matching the flow of the story and the scene.\" \u003cb\u003eLibrary of Hannah\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I’m fascinated by Yan Tieh Hua. [...] She has the makings of a badass main character, and I’m hoping the story continues.\" \u003cb\u003eThe Wonder of Anime\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eYan\u003c\/i\u003e has been one of my absolute favorite reads of the year so far, and has entirely blown past any expectations.\" \u003cb\u003eOmnibus Collector\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The artwork was incredible, I love the action, and this volume is so beautifully designed that I can’t take my eyes off of it.\" \u003cb\u003eFireLunar\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I love that this is oversized. I love these panels. This is a very phenomenal read.\" \u003cb\u003eNear Mint Condition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The covers really stand out. The quality of the books feels incredible.\" \u003cb\u003eGrimsabr\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"These are absolutely beautiful.\" \u003cb\u003eGinta1jm (TikTok)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The story is equally as intriguing as the artwork, blending crime mystery with superhero genre, apocalyptic dystopia, and time travel elements.\" \u003cb\u003eRam's Rambles \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The action is great. I'm looking forward to seeing more of it.\" \u003cb\u003e@DairyThePompisi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"Absolutely stunning artwork, frenetic action, and a plot that kept me turning pages!\"\u003cb\u003e Maple of Manga\u003c\/b\u003eFollowing a 15-year career in advertising, \u003cb\u003eChang Sheng \u003c\/b\u003ebegan releasing his own comic and manga titles in 2004.  He started his studio while in his thirties, and since then has won several titles, having been acknowledged across the world for his detailed and realistic video-game style of art. \u003ci\u003eThe Hidden Level\u003c\/i\u003e won the Grand Prize at the 2017 Kyoto International Manga Awards (Taiwan Category).","brand":"Titan Manga","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303801344229,"sku":"NP9781787744424","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781787744424.jpg?v=1767744667","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/yan-vol1-isbn-9781787744424","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}