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Product Description In many stories and beliefs throughout history mirrors have had dark magical powers. From the legend of Bloody Mary to the Magic Mirror in the Fairy Tale story of Snow White; mirrors have been known as tools of dark power and mystery. From witches to doppelgangers, Midnight Blue is about to put a new modern twist on some classic magic mirror tales of horror. Jay is a social outcast (with a serious case of loser denial) trying to fit in with the cool Neighborhood of clubs and bars that he calls home. When he accidentally crosses paths with an ancient magic mirror one night, will he remember the old saying to always be careful what you wish for? Illustrated by character designer SHEREE CHUANG (The Phoenix Chronicles) and manga artist YISHAN LI (Spirit Marked, Aluria Chronicles). Story by Amanda T. About the Author Amanda is the publishing editor for the manga division of Demented Dragon. She has experience in clasical 2D animation, illustrative graphic art, and manga/anime. Some of Amanda's early work included Saturday morning TV shows and a few independent animated films. At Demented Dragon she oversees the publication process for manga graphic novels and reviews submissions. She is the author and concept artist along with the artist Yishan Li for a new manga series of three graphic novel books titled "Midnight Blue" set for release in mid 2007. She likes COFFEE, evil cats (especially Siamese), Ozzy, Rainbow Brite, The Labyrinth, and anything else weird! Yishan Li, 25, originally from China and now living in Edinburgh, UK, studied Sociology as BA in China and MA in Cross cultural communication in University of Newcastle upon Tyne. She has been drawing manga to earn pocket money since 1998. She's published/ will publish manga in China, UK, US and France. Recently published books are (not including stories in other people's books): Spirit Marked (10.2005, Yaoi Press), Aluria Chronicles(3.2006, Yaoi Press), D