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M.Marangio · 2009-03-13, 12:34

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Originally Posted by Guernsey

Hold on, the novels had been officially translated?!

Only the first volume (in english), see Little Brown Books.

There was also a short preview in the first volume of the english translation of the manga.

Guernsey · 2009-03-13, 14:22

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Haruhism has seized the nation with the release of the highly successful animated series DVD that was one of the top ten bestselling anime properties in 2007. Yen Press and Little, Brown Books for Young Readers will publish the novel and manga series back-to-back, with hardcovers of the novels with the original Japanese cover art for libraries and hard core fans of the property.

When Haruhi Suzumiya introduces herself to Kyon by asking if he's an alien, time traveler, or psychic, he knows his chances for a normal high school experience are ruined. Bold Haruhi takes a shine to him, and uses the force of her irrepressible personality to draft him into her club to find paranormal beings. Kyon soon discovers what she's looking for: Haruhi herself has the power to destroy and create entire universes at her whim. But if she knew about her ability, it could spell disaster for everyone.

I don't know Haruhism has seized the nation considering that only a few people actually know about it and I actually know of a few Haruhists in this forum alone. I just hope that there won't be any fantards or I would not be able to distinguish them if they will. Fortunately, there forums like this one that can aid new fans nto understanding the series better.

Tyabann · 2009-03-13, 14:24

For that matter, how successful WERE the DVDs in the States?

Oyajitchi · 2009-03-13, 21:39

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Originally Posted by Kaisos Erranon

For that matter, how successful WERE the DVDs in the States?

Trust me, they can still make Haruhi pretty popular in the states. Not so much as popular as Naruto (heh), but probably a little more popular in the states and have more sales on recent/upcoming items.

With the new Hardcover/paperback Light Novels being released in April and the REALLY well done manga being done by Yen Press, even if Haruhi won't be known by all in the states, I for one, who is a fan of Haruhi loves the recent releases over here.

Kogetsu Shirogane · 2009-03-14, 05:31

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Originally Posted by Guernsey

I don't know Haruhism has seized the nation considering that only a few people actually know about it and I actually know of a few Haruhists in this forum alone.

It's called marketing. Which would make you want to purchase something you've never heard of more? Hearing that a lot of people enjoy it, or hearing that only a few people do?

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Originally Posted by Kaisos Erranon

For that matter, how successful WERE the DVDs in the States?

Successful enough to merit a rerelease. Though I'm not sure if anything beyond volume one was released there...

Solachinx · 2009-03-14, 10:12

Volume one of the anime DVDs? Yeah, they releasedd all four volumes over here, plus a complete collection set and special editions of each volume.

Guernsey · 2009-03-14, 11:35

I guess I need to go out more because I didn't see mentioned in any store other than Amazon.

Solachinx · 2009-03-14, 14:19

Try FYE and Best Buy, I'm sure those two'll have it since they're one of the few stores now that actually have a good anime section.

quigonkenny · 2009-03-15, 23:20

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Originally Posted by Kogetsu Shirogane

It's called marketing. Which would make you want to purchase something you've never heard of more? Hearing that a lot of people enjoy it, or hearing that only a few people do?

Marketing's most oft-used ploy: peer pressure. "A buttload of people saw this. You don't want to miss out, do you?"

Guernsey · 2009-03-15, 23:24

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Originally Posted by quigonkenny

Marketing's most oft-used ploy: peer pressure. "A buttload of people saw this. You don't want to miss out, do you?"

Yet it always seemd to work somehow except when it doesn't.

FlashFumo · 2009-03-16, 15:57

Spoiler for Paperback cover:

Yep, I'm definitely getting the hardcover edition.

Hedd · 2009-03-16, 18:22

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Originally Posted by M.Marangio

Only the first volume (in english), see Little Brown Books.

There was also a short preview in the first volume of the english translation of the manga.

Oh so they moved the states novel release to August eh? I coulda sworn it was originally April.

Tyabann · 2009-03-16, 18:27

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Originally Posted by Hedd

Oh so they moved the states novel release to August eh? I coulda sworn it was originally April.

'Twas, yes.

dragon4dudes · 2009-03-16, 19:31

lol, more delays for Haruhi

Solachinx · 2009-03-16, 19:45

Why was it pushed to July? And please don't tell me it has to do with the events of BLR.

Baru · 2009-03-16, 20:07

Are you sure that's not just the UK release or something?

Their US site still lists it for April:
http://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tee...0316039017.htm

***CrowKenobi*** · 2009-03-16, 20:08

Somebody better tell Rightstuf, because they still are listing it for an April 1st release...

my wallet is going to cry because of the new figmas and revoltechs that are listed there...

Edit: Baru, you are right! The link goes to the UK website!

typhonsentra · 2009-03-16, 22:47

Gah, I hope this doesn't turn into another Zero no Tsukaima.

At least they released a few volumes of Shana and FMP before canning them.

Solachinx · 2009-03-17, 03:27

*sees ,co.uk* huh, that is the UK site. I guess it's still set for April.

M.Marangio · 2009-03-17, 22:52

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Originally Posted by Solachinx

*sees ,co.uk* huh, that is the UK site. I guess it's still set for April.

I'm sorry for the UK link, but I did'nt find a US page with both covers at the time.

Btw., the US page has some highres pictures of the covers: HC, SC, manga v. 2.

In other news: Kadokawa is releasing volume 8 of the manga on March 26:

2009-03-14, 10:12	Link #1646
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Guernsey The GAP Man Join Date: Jun 2008 Age: 36	I guess I need to go out more because I didn't see mentioned in any store other than Amazon. __________________

2009-03-14, 14:19	Link #1648
Solachinx is a myth Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: FL Age: 29	Try FYE and Best Buy, I'm sure those two'll have it since they're one of the few stores now that actually have a good anime section. __________________ Trambampoline!

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2009-03-16, 19:45	Link #1655
Solachinx is a myth Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: FL Age: 29	Why was it pushed to July? And please don't tell me it has to do with the events of BLR. __________________ Trambampoline!

2009-03-13, 14:24	Link #1643
Tyabann Homo Ludens Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Canada Age: 34	For that matter, how successful WERE the DVDs in the States?

2009-03-16, 15:57	Link #1651
FlashFumo Wait, what? Join Date: Dec 2008 Age: 30	Spoiler for Paperback cover: Yep, I'm definitely getting the hardcover edition.

2009-03-16, 20:07	Link #1656
Baru Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Your Mind Age: 32	Are you sure that's not just the UK release or something? Their US site still lists it for April: http://www.hachettebookgroup.com/tee...0316039017.htm

2009-03-16, 20:08	Link #1657
*CrowKenobi* One PUNCH! Administrator Join Date: Dec 2005	Somebody better tell Rightstuf, because they still are listing it for an April 1st release... my wallet is going to cry because of the new figmas and revoltechs that are listed there... Edit: Baru, you are right! The link goes to the UK website!

2009-03-16, 22:47	Link #1658
typhonsentra Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA	Gah, I hope this doesn't turn into another Zero no Tsukaima. At least they released a few volumes of Shana and FMP before canning them.

2009-03-17, 03:27	Link #1659
Solachinx is a myth Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: FL Age: 29	sees ,co.uk huh, that is the UK site. I guess it's still set for April. __________________ Trambampoline!