This chart of the ICv2 "Top 10 Shonen Properties" reflects sales in all channels for Q1 2011.  The "Top 10" chart is based on interviews with retailers, distributors, and manufacturers.




Top 10 Shonen Properties – Q1 2011

Rank

Title

Publisher

1

Naruto

Viz Media

2

Bleach

Viz Media

3

Black Butler

Yen Press

4

Fullmetal Alchemist

Viz Media

5

Death Note

Viz Media

6

Dragon Ball Z

Viz Media

7

Soul Eater

Yen Press

8

One Piece

Viz Media

9

Hetalia

Tokyopop

10

Rosario + Vampire

Viz Media

 

Note: Includes all channels

 


For more information on the graphic novel market for Q1 2011, see "Non-Superheroes Strengthen."

For more information on the release of the ICv2's Internal Correspondence #75, and information on how to get the ICv2's Internal Correspondence, see "ICv2 Releases 'Internal Correspondence' #75."