Be Beautiful is proud to present the bold new romantic comedy Play Boy Blues 1, a wildly erotic graphic novel featuring a cast of gigolos working in an exotic nightclub that caters to affluent women. But when the workday is over, these impossibly beautiful men turn to each other for comfort in a series of erotic tales that emphasizes their lust and loneliness. Play Boy Blues 1 is written and illustrated by Ms. Shiuko Kano and will be priced at $15.99 SRP when it is released on February 8, 2006.

“Play Boy Blues 1 is a wonderful example of yaoi manga, in that the characters are all beautifully illustrated, and that their world is one which revolves around an erotic sensibility. This is a book that is playful and provocative, and as such, it is an excellent choice for any first-time reader of yaoi manga” said Masumi Homma O’Donnell, Publisher of Be Beautiful.

Play Boy Blues 1

Story and art by Shiuko Kano

Selling one’s body at Japan’s most popular Host Club comes naturally for Junsuke Aki. In fact, he is the club’s top performer (and earner!) and is easily the most popular Host with the female clientele. However, his lover, a former Host named Shinobu Hishiya, has forsaken the wild club lifestyle in favor of his new job as a construction worker. Together, they share wild days and passionate nights, making love whenever, wherever, and however they want. But when jealousy and male pride rear their ugly heads, their blissful, sexy relationship may not be able to handle the strain.

Also includes the erotic bonus story, Manly Construction Training!