Ordinarily, we here at Vertical are a shy unassuming lot, quietly content in the knowledge that our books are of the highest quality in both content and packaging. This is said with the utmost humility; a mere reiteration of what is oft said to us from fans and pros alike on a daily basis. Still, we would be remiss not to acknowledge all the wonderful people out there who take the time to enjoy our titles and include them on their year-end “Best of” compilations. So as our way of saying, “Thanks,” we present a list of “Best of 2007” lists on which Vertical’s books appear. Those listings on websites link to those sites and we urge everyone to check out these high-quality sites.
Apollo’s Song – New York magazine’s Best Comics of 2007
Apollo’s Song – Focus Knack magazine’s Top 5 Comics of 2007
Apollo’s Song – Salon.com’s Most Notable Comics of 2007
MW – Seattle Weekly’s Best of the Best of 2007
MW – Publishers Weekly’s Top 10 Manga of 2007
Now You’re One of Us – Fearsmag.com’s Best Books of 2007
To Terra… – About.com’s Top 12 New Must-Read Manga Released in 2007
The Shojo legend and author of manga classics 
The Renegade Craft Fair held its 4th Annual event June 16-17 at McCarren Park Pool in Brooklyn. Actually it took place in the pool. Originally opened in 1936, the public facility covers three Olympic-size swimming pools. Today, it no longer serves as a pool, but rather as a unique place at which events are held. Given the humidity and soaring temperatures of the two-day event, there were many at the Fair who wished the pool were filled, including Vertical Marketing Manager Stephen Vrattos, who showcased the 
Our Spring 2007 list has been finalized and includes some hot items like