This chart of the ICv2 “Top 10 Shonen Properties” reflects sales in all channels for Q3 2010. The “Top 10” chart is based on interviews with retailers, distributors, and manufacturers.
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Top 10 Shonen Properties – Q3 2010
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Rank
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Title
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Publisher
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1
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Naruto
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Viz Media
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2
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One Piece
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Viz Media
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3
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Fullmetal Alchemist
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Viz Media
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4
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Bleach
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Viz Media
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5
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Death Note
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Viz Media
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6
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Rosario + Vampire
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Viz Media
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7
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Yu-Gi-Oh!
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Viz Media
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8
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Black Butler
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Yen Press
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9
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Soul Eater
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Yen Press
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10
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Yotsuba&!
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Yen Press
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Note: Includes all channels |
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For more information on the graphic novel market for Q3 2010, see "
Soft Market Seeks Bestsellers."
For more information on the release of the ICv2's
Internal Correspondence #73, and information on how to get the ICv2's
Internal Correspondence, see "
ICv2 Releases 'Internal Corresondence' #73."