The Mammoth Book of Best New Manga
| Company type | Anthology series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founded | October 25, 2005 |
| Founder | ILYA |
| Products | Manga anthology books |
The Mammoth Book of Best New Manga is curated by ILYA and showcases contributions from a range of artists. The initial volume was introduced in North America by Running Press on December 3, 2006, originally licensed through Carroll & Graf Publishers before the imprint was discontinued by its parent company, Perseus Books Group. The second installment appeared in the United Kingdom via Constable & Robinson on October 25, 2005. Subsequently, the third edition was issued in the UK on November 6, 2008, followed by its North American release on December 1, 2008.
Reception
Kelvin Green of Manga Life commends the collection for its "eclectic nature," considering it a notable advantage. Andrew Wheeler from ComicMix observes that despite the manga label, the majority of contributors hail from the United Kingdom. Paul Gravett emphasizes the international scope of the second volume, which includes creators spanning from Sweden to Thailand. Dan Murphy of The Buffalo News praises the third edition for offering a broad and varied selection of artistic styles and formats.