This chart of the ICv2 “Top 10 Shonen Properties Q2 2009” reflects sales in all channels for Q2 2009.  The “Top 10” chart is based on interviews with retailers, distributors, and manufacturers.




 

Top 10 Shonen Properties Q2 2009

 

Rank

Title

Publisher

1

Naruto

Viz Media

2

Bleach

Viz Media

3

Death Note

Viz Media

4

Rosario & Vampire

Viz Media

5

Full Metal Alchemist

Viz Media

6

Chibi Vampire

Tokyopop

7

Negima

Del Rey

8

Tsubasa

Del Rey

9

The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya

Yen Press

10

Yu-Gi-Oh!

Viz Media

Note: Includes all channels

 


For more information on the graphic novel market for Q2 2009, see "Graphic Novel Sales Dip."

For more information on the release of the ICv2 Insider's Guide #67, and information on how to get the ICv2 Insider's Guide, see "ICv2 Releases 'ICv2 Insider's Guide' #67."