Bakuman

In this acclaimed manga series from Shueisha, co-created by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata—the masterminds behind Death Note—Bakuman follows two high school boys who team up to pursue their dream of becoming professional manga artists. Published in Brazil by Editora JBC from 2011 to 2013 across 20 issues, the series offers a behind-the-scenes look at the competitive world of Japanese comics, blending humor, drama, and insight into the creative process. It matters for its authentic, heartfelt portrayal of artistic ambition and the realities of the manga industry.