Upcoming comic: "A Bride's Story", set in 19th-century Asia

I've heard that comics are the only publishing sector that's growing right now, which I personally think is pretty cool, though my heart will always lie with novels. I think it's even more cool that women's issues -- and interesting takes on gender relations -- have started getting some serious representation in the comics world. Via Publishers Weekly, I learn about Kaoru Mori's upcoming "A Bride's Story"; look at some gorgeous panels here. I haven't read it because it's not out yet, but I was arrested by both the art and the description:

By Kaoru Mori, the creator of "Emma", "A Bride’s Story" follows Amir, a young bride in nineteenth-century Asia, who is sent to a neighboring town to get married. When she arrives she discovers her new husband is eight years younger than her. However, soon she develops a deep affection for the boy and his family as she integrates into the culture of her new home. "A Bride’s Story" will be released by Yen Press this week.