Now before you start crooning Louis Armstrong’s “What A Wonderful World” (as I am doing), let me assure you it is not about trees of green or red roses… OK, it may have roses and trees in it but that’s not the point.

VIZ Media have let us know that there is a new manga coming out on their VIZ Signature manga imprint named “What A Wonderful World!” by Inio Asano. The manga depicts the various ways in which 20-somethings lives twist and turn, either for good or for bad. Volume one witnesses the transformation of a college dropout who is bored of her everyday routine. Volume 2 is similar in theme but includes (to quote) “cruelty of childhood, the delusion of adulthood, the permanence of death, and how people find a way to remain resolute and laugh in the face of reality”. The premise of the stories appears to be that of young people discovering the beauty of every day as well as coping with the sadness that comes with it.

Candice Uyloan, Director, Brand Management for VIZ Media:

“Inio Asano masterfully captures the essence of youth, and WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD! depicts both the exhilaration and frustration felt by a diverse group of twenty-somethings trying to find their place amidst the impersonal urban sprawl of Tokyo,” says Candice. “Fans of everything from Catcher in the Rye to Reality Bites will find this series an impressive and heartfelt read. Asano’s realistic story is ultimately a commentary on how modern life and the choices one makes impact the struggle to grow up and fit in and we look forward to readers discovering this thought-provoking new title.”

Both volumes 1 & 2 of Inio Asano’s “What A Wonderful World!” launch on October 20th, are rated “T+” for Older Teens and are sold separately at the price of $12.99US or $16.99CAN. More info on these and any other Inio Asano titles can be found at VIZ‘s website.