6 Must-Have BL Pose Books for Drawing Yaoi Manga

Emily Maine
5 days ago
3 min read

If you’re looking to dive deep into drawing Boys Love (Yaoi) scenes and want help from the pros, the BL Pose Book series by Shinshokan Dear Plus is exactly the shortcut you’ve been searching for. These books aren’t just packed with poses; they were created hand-in-hand with actual mangaka, including fan-favorite artist Scarlet Beriko. And yep, they all come with a CD-ROM so you can pull reference images straight into your workspace.

Here’s the lowdown on each release:

BL (Boyslove/Yaoi) Manga Pose Book creates with Mangaka: Submissive Poses Drawing Collection w/ CD-ROM

Cover of the BL pose book titled “12 Submissive Poses for Boys Love Comic” by Shinshokan Dear+ featuring illustrations by Scarlet Beriko. The cover shows multiple grayscale figure sketches of submissive and vulnerable poses used in yaoi manga, arranged in boxes with a blue background. The title is in Japanese with bold blue and black fonts. A black circle label notes the included CD-ROM compatibility for Windows and Macintosh.

Submissive Poses Drawing Collection

This one’s all about surrender, pure, raw, and dramatic. Packed with poses that straight-up wreck a character's pride, this book focuses on submissive body language often used in intense Yaoi storytelling. It’s not just for dramatic flair, though. It works great for Omegaverse-style scenes too. Great if you're working on something gritty or emotionally heavy. These references will help you sketch with impact. And yes, it's license-free for commercial and non-commercial use.

BL (Boyslove/Yaoi) Manga Pose Book creates with Mangaka: Love Scenes Design Collection 1 w/ Data CD

Cover of the BL pose book titled “12 Sex Position Drawings for Boys Love Comic” by Shinshokan Dear+ with illustrations by Scarlet Beriko. The layout features multiple figure sketches in intimate and romantic positions, arranged in rectangular pink panels. The title is written in bold red Japanese text, with a black label in the top-right noting the included CD-ROM for Windows and Macintosh. Designed for yaoi artists and creators drawing love scenes.

Love Scenes Design Collection 1

Here’s where it starts to heat up. Volume 1 of the Love Scene series packs in 12 romantic setups with 458 illustrations, everything from gentle cuddles to those tension-filled pre-kiss moments. The included CD-ROM makes it super easy to access references digitally. With Scarlet Beriko’s illustrations in the mix, you’re getting authentic emotion and detail in every pose.

BL (Boyslove/Yaoi) Manga Pose Book creates with Mangaka: Love Scenes Design Collection 2 w/ Data CD

Cover of the BL pose book titled “12 Love Position Drawings for Boys Love Comic” Vol. 2 by Shinshokan Dear+, illustrated by Scarlet Beriko. The cover displays various affectionate and intimate couple poses in grayscale, each inside a soft purple square. The Japanese title is in large purple text, and a black label in the top-right highlights that a CD-ROM is included for Windows and Macintosh users. Aimed at yaoi and BL manga artists looking for hug and closeness references.

Love Scenes Design Collection 2

Volume 2 continues the romantic journey with 468 shots, this time all centered around hugs. Sounds simple, but these aren’t generic embraces. They’re the kind that communicate longing, protectiveness, and that "don’t let go" energy you see in the best BL stories. Created again with the guidance of working mangaka, this book goes deep on the power of a well-drawn hug.

BL (Boyslove/Yaoi) Manga Pose Book creates with Mangaka: Love Scenes Design Collection 3 w/ Data CD

Cover of the BL pose book titled “12 Love Position Drawings for Boys Love Comic” Vol. 3 by Shinshokan Dear+, illustrated by Scarlet Beriko. The cover features multiple grayscale figure drawings in romantic and intimate couple poses, each set against soft peach-colored rectangles. Bold red Japanese text marks the title, with a black CD-ROM compatibility label at the top right for Windows and Macintosh. A useful tool for yaoi artists drawing emotional or sensual moments.

Love Scenes Design Collection 3

And here’s the third entry in the love scene lineup. You get another 12 poses and a whopping 468 illustrations showing tender, dramatic, and emotional moments between two men. Each image gives you a new idea for panel layouts, body positioning, or emotional tone. If you’re building your own manga or comic, this one’s a serious time-saver.

BL (Boyslove/Yaoi) Manga Pose Book creates with Mangaka: Kiss Scene Drawing Collection 1 w/ Data CD

Cover of the BL pose book titled “9 Kiss Position Drawings for Boys Love Comic” by Shinshokan Dear+, illustrated by Scarlet Beriko. The cover features grayscale sketches of couples in various kissing poses, including sitting, standing, and lying down. Each pose is placed within green rectangular backdrops. The Japanese title is in bold green text, and the top-right label shows that a CD-ROM is included for Windows and Macintosh. A reference guide for yaoi artists focusing on kiss scenes.

Kiss Scene Drawing Collection 1

Now we’re getting close, literally. This first kissing pose collection is perfect for artists who want to master everything from slow, soft smooches to full-on passionate lip-locks. Scarlet Beriko once again brings in the detail, helping show how to structure each pose from different angles. The included CD-ROM makes it easy to drop a pose into your draft, trace-free.

BL (Boyslove/Yaoi) Manga Pose Book creates with Mangaka: Kiss Scene Drawing Collection 2 w/ Data CD

Cover of the BL pose book titled “10 Kiss Position Drawings for Boys Love Comic 2” by Shinshokan Dear+, illustrated by Scarlet Beriko. The cover features grayscale drawings of male couples in various kissing scenes, such as against the wall, from behind, and height-difference kisses. Each pose is framed in pink rectangles. The Japanese title is written in bold magenta text, and a black CD-ROM label notes compatibility with Windows and Macintosh. Ideal for artists wanting detailed reference for dynamic kiss scenes in yaoi manga.

Kiss Scene Drawing Collection 2

“Kiss more, hug more!” This second volume dials it up with 10 unique kissing scenarios: kisses from behind, height difference kisses, “against the wall” scenes, and more. The kind of tricky stuff you’ve probably wanted to draw but didn’t have the right reference for. This one’s a dream for spicing up your romantic panels and plays great with Omegaverse or high-drama love plots.

Why These Are Worth It for Yaoi Creators

A Digital Yaoi Drawing Teacher

What makes these books stand out isn’t just the poses. It’s the fact that they were made with actual mangaka, including Scarlet Beriko. That means the material you’re referencing was designed by folks who live and breathe this genre. You’re not guessing anatomy or vibe, you’re working off pro-level material. And with a CD-ROM in every book, it's plug-and-play for digital or traditional workflows.

If you’re crafting your own BL world (manga, comics, or just want to learn to draw better character moments) these books are like having a teacher right next to you. They take the guesswork out and give your art that extra bit of polish it deserves. If you want more Yaoi Manga articles or Products be sure to browse Boys Love Universe!

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