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IS THERE A REASON TO KEEP GOING? Lilysa is hard at work making new Liliel cosplays, but when a new club member asks her why she's making a cosrom, she starts to doubt herself. That's when Mayura passes her a message from one of the Four Heavenly Queens, Erika! The otaku obsessions continue in volume 17!

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A cozy bookstore in the corner of Shinjuku is the purrfect escape for those looking for a new story and some furry friends to read with. Welcome to Frère, a picture-purrfect share bookstore tucked away in a cozy corner of Shinjuku, complete with its very own adorable cat mascots! In a share bookstore, each shelf is curated by individual "shelf owners," each contributing their own books and personal touch to the space. Inside, you'll meet as many fascinating and unique people as there are books: a hairstylist struggling to keep up with the latest trends, a student trying to make ends meet, a bartender eager to understand people through literature, and other colorful patrons seeking the perfect read. Peek into their lives and watch their relationships blossom as they connect over their shared love of books and the stories that bring them together.

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An unpopular teen seeks dating help from his handsome childhood friend—who happens to be a girl—in this shonen rom-com! But will her hands-on approach to teaching him cause a rush of unexpected feelings? Rui has a problem. Being short, unathletic, and unpopular, he’s finding it impossible to get a girlfriend. What’s more, all the girls he has a crush on end up confessing to his female childhood friend, Mia! But the princely Mia has a solution—what if she teaches her awkward friend how to score points with the chicks? It may just work if not for Mia’s insistence on her lessons being hands-on! Can this high school boy resist his handsome childhood friend’s charms?

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SO MANY STORIES, SO LITTLE TIME Summer fireworks and winter chills. Trips abroad and a peaceful home life. Somewhere in the background, an ukelele plays. This second short story collection features a variety of vignettes from the perspective of Adachi, Shimamura, and some of the many people whose lives have intertwined with theirs.

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The manga that inspired the adorable anime—available in 2-volume omnibuses! A socially awkward girl befriends her seatmate in this heartwarming rom-com series. Super quiet Aharen Reina isn’t great with personal space—she’s either inches from your face or too far to hear, leaving people totally baffled. But when Raido, the friendly guy seated next to her, helps retrieve a dropped eraser, Aharen suddenly wants to get closer to him. From that moment on, she’s constantly by his side. And surprisingly...he’s cool with it. This offbeat, sweet-natured rom-com proves that friendship—and maybe even something more—can bloom from the most awkward encounters.

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ONCE A NERD, NOW A DEMON LORD--AND MASTER OF ALL HE SURVEYS! Thanks to his scientific knowledge and tremendous martial arts expertise, Taishi Oritsue has transformed the Midori goblin clan into a dreadful fighting force worthy of being called "the Demon Lord's army." Despite living in the horrifying Death Mountains, they live a comfortable life with amenities--and orgies--the outside world can only dream of. Yet they may have met an unexpectedly strong opponent in the forces of the human Republic. Their tenacious soldiers are trained by a man who practices the very same Earth-world martial arts as Oritsue himself!

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ARROW TO THE HEART Shingo met his match—literally—in his senpai, the darkly mysterious Ao. Now the two have begun a relationship, and Shingo is starting to see the cuter, gentler sides of Ao. It’s enough to make him fall in love all over again! But trouble looms as the sports festival approaches, bringing a steadfast and handsome third-year student who singles out Ao as his rival. Can Shingo put his worries aside and support the boy he loves? The final volume!

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A DATE WITH DESTINY A prophecy from the Celestial Knight Hine foretells that Lastiara will die at the end of the Festival of the Blessed Birth. With the festival starting in two days, Kanami is desperate to find a way to save her! While Kanami might have grown stronger since coming to this world, is he strong enough to thwart fate itself?!

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A chaotic and ecchi romantic comedy about a god out to curse a family and the unfortunate guy who falls for her! Kuro, a black cat, is a god of fortune down on her luck. She’s turned into a “vengeful god” against her will, and the only way to return to her former status is to curse seven generations of the Nishikori bloodline. She's close to being free, but to get there, she needs to make sure the seventh generation actually gets born. That means finding a match for Nishikori Kotaro...which is harder than you might think, because Kotaro is tragically unpopular. Not only that, he insists that the only woman he wants...is cat-eared Kuro herself!

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From the brilliant mind behind The Ancient Magus’ Bride comes a brand-new fantastical tale about a girl and the being possessing her as they travel around the vast country of Ireland. Haunted by a monstrous presence that clings to her soul, a girl named Saku flees Japan and journeys across the sea to Ireland. There, she encounters a silver-haired witch who may offer her refuge. But the witch’s salvation comes at a price—and as Saku begins to face the power she’s long feared, her path shifts from escape… to transformation. This is the tale of a girl in flight...and the beginning of her journey to become a god.

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A collection of the most haunting tales from all across Japan featuring fantastically dark imagery that is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. An extraordinary horror anthology begins, blending true tales of the uncanny with masterful manga storytelling. Winner of the Third Annual Scariest Horror Story Competition, Yamayu, has spent over twenty years collecting real-life hauntings from across Japan. Now, these spine-tingling accounts are brought to life by Kensei Hokamoto, whose chilling artwork cuts straight to the heart of human fear and madness. Enter a world of lingering spirits, cursed objects, and terrifying truths in this deeply unsettling collection.

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TRUST IN ME Summer has arrived and Naoto, Hazuki, and the kids are looking forward to fun, festivals, and fireworks! Things kick off with a weekend trip to the home of Naoto’s mother, who lends some much-needed support as little Minato enters his terrible twos. Then, a stray ball in the neighboring yard leads to the discovery that Shizuku’s favorite band is living in the house next door! While Naoto may be keen to make friends with the young musicians, Hazuki’s overprotectiveness of his omega mate causes a rift to form between them. Is their bond strong enough to weather this new storm?

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UNDERCOVER MAID! After Luciana has a brush with danger, Melody decides she can no longer leave her lady’s safety to chance. But in order to stay by Luciana’s side, Melody will have to take on her most daring maidly mission yet: enrolling as a student at Royal Academy! She dons the guise of the lovely Cecelia and passes the entrance exam with flying colors, earning herself a place at the academy. But it quickly becomes apparent that being a maid, student, and bodyguard all at once is just too much for one maid to take on—even for Melody! How will this mad maid manage to do it all without blowing her cover?

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From the mastermind behind Classmates: Dou kyu sei comes a dark romance about a girl, her boyfriend, and the transfer student he refuses to leave alone. Tomori knows her boyfriend Inukai has a cruel side—but when he sets his sights on Misato, the new transfer student, things take a disturbing turn. Inukai’s fixation spirals into torment, and no matter how hard Tomori and her friends try to stop him, the violence only escalates. But what begins as bullying soon blurs into something stranger, darker… and far more intimate.

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IMPATIENT FOR MORE After years of searching for the man with a perfect voice to satiate her aural fixation, Mizuho has finally found him. She thought spending one passion filled night was the height of pleasure, but much to her surprise, Hibino wanted a serious relationship. While agreeing to keep their steamy romance under wraps at the office, the two start dating in earnest, pleased to discover how compatible they are both in and out of the bedroom. However, new dulcet tones tempt Mizuho, bringing out a jealous and perhaps even more tempting side of Hibino. Will the trials of dating deepen their love or tear them apart?

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BARING THEIR HEARTS Minami’s tried just about everything to get Yuzu to like her not just as a friend but as a lover. And yet, the question remains: How can she turn her best friend into her girlfriend? With the two almost kissing during their field trip, her chances are looking better than ever. But after months of hints and implications, will she finally be able to say it outright? It’s the long-awaited conclusion of this sweet tale of friends who want to become something more! The final volume!

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AFTER LONG YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP, OPPOSITES FINALLY ATTRACT! Aoi’s childhood friend, Ryota, finally revealed his long-held feelings, and after many twists and turns, the two of them are now a couple! Dating your roommate sure has its perks when it comes to starting a new relationship, but as job hunting season looms, Ryota—whose world has always revolved around Aoi—struggling to choose the right path. And as if that wasn’t bad enough, Aoi’s sister catches the two of them kissing!

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When one man is isekai’d into the game he’s been playing, he winds up becoming the doomed villain. Can his knowledge of the game help him avoid a disastrous fate or will his meddling cause more harm? A fantasy light novel about rewriting fate and facing the inevitable! Video game character Weiss Hamilton is destined to lose everything—his position, his family, and ultimately his life. A tragic villain who was overshadowed by his talented sister, blamed for mismanaging his territory, and fated to fall at the hands of the game’s hero, Weiss is nothing more than a failure. And to be reincarnated as him? A fate worse than death! Or is it? Armed with knowledge of the game’s plot, the new Weiss has a second chance to rewrite his fate and become a proper villain with a better future. Using his own cheats to avoid every pitfall, Weiss has the ability to avoid doom and impending tragedy, all while winning the hearts of the beautiful ladies around him. Can he maintain this new course, grow his harem, and survive the plot that’s written against him?!

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IT'S A PIRATE HUNTER'S LIFE FOR ME Rookie knight Emma has been branded incompetent and shipped off to the frontier. But none of her superiors realized that pirates are hiding out in these remote areas. She handled the first wave, but now an enemy aircraft is approaching, and the only person answering Emma's call for reinforcements is her old instructor, Claudia. This is the very same instructor who failed Emma turning training. Will this battle be the chance she needs to prove herself to her old mentor?

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THE ART OF MURDER Ichi’s slaughter of the Kakihara Clan has begun! When Kakihara sees the gruesome remains of his underling, he's overwhelmed—it’s an aesthetic triumph only a true masochist like himself could appreciate. Just who is this murderer who kills with such brutal beauty?

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LATE TO THE KAIJU BATTLE?! A new monster, code name: Zengo, is terrorizing the nation! Far from HQ and stuck in the middle of the chaos of destruction, Yamato is unable to board the Kamui! Tatsumi Akira, the Countermeasures Special Headquarters top scorer who failed to become the official link operator, puts herself forward as a replacement pilot—but can a good test-taker actually defeat a rampaging kaiju?!

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KNOCK-DOWN DRAG-OUT! Nomad reaches Khatori Village to get a taste of the legendary Dragon Fish, but instead finds himself in trouble with the fishermen's headman, Mergo! Mergo is faster and stronger than Nomad, but he manages to score a knockdown against the headman! But this fight ain’t a fair one—will Nomad be able to wrest victory from his frenzied foe, or will Mergo’s bloodlust rule the day?!

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After his victory over the Demon King in another world, one man returns home to his normal life. But a visit from the late Demon King’s daughter could change everything he fought for! After defeating the Demon King in another world, the great hero Takahiro returns home to his old life. But just as he’s getting back into the swing of things, an unexpected visitor comes crashing into his home—the Demon King’s daughter, Lilia! Surprisingly, she’s not here for revenge. She’s here to seduce him. Smitten by the raw power Takahiro displayed in defeating her father, Lilia is convinced she must bear his child! And while his body is more than ready to say yes, Takahiro is convinced that a baby born with his heroic power and Lilia’s demonic bloodline will lead to the end of the world! Can Takahiro resist her devilish charms—or is sleeping with Lilia the first step toward the apocalypse?

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PET PLAY Rikka and Akira are no longer pet and owner. They’ve confirmed their feelings for each other and have graduated to being a couple. Now he can’t keep his hands off her, and she can hardly contain herself!

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When a support mage is kicked out of his group for outshining the hero, he becomes a member of an elite guild where he can really show off his powers! The light novel that inspired the manga--also available from Seven Seas. Wim Strauss isn’t a flashy fighter—he’s a granting caster, a support mage who boosts his allies’ strength in battle. His magic keeps the party alive. But when his quiet power starts to overshadow the wrong person, the team’s prideful leader has him unceremoniously kicked out. Enter his slightly clingy childhood friend Heidemarie, now a member of Nachtlibelle, a renowned A-rank guild counted among the strongest in the land. She offers Wim a chance to join her team—a fresh start among allies who actually value his skills. His magic may not dazzle, but with the right party behind him, he just might prove that the back line was never where he truly belonged.

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A mission gone wrong and a villain in need of serious therapy await in this heart-rending danmei (Boys’ Love) drama—finally available in English! Medical student Song Qingshi has just awakened inside a historical fantasy novel and bestowed a mission: save the protagonist from a life of slavery. There’s just one not-so-minor problem: Song Qingshi doesn’t read historical fantasy and has no idea who is who! So, instead of correctly identifying and saving the protagonist, he’s actually just rescued the brilliant and beautiful minor antagonist, Yue Wuhuan. Yet not all is lost. Rather than being put off by Yue Wuhan’s suspicious interest in poisons and villainy, Song Qingshi makes it his mission to treat the underlying trauma to reform his “heroic” ward. United by their love of medicine and a budding mutual attraction, the two must face a hostile and fantastic world in a fight to give Yue Wuhuan the happy ending he deserves.

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THE MONSTER GIRLS JUST KEEP COMING! Life’s never dull for Kimihito now that he’s sharing his house with a harem of beautiful, seductive monster girls! Will Rachnera, a cunning, worldly arachne, snare the hapless Kimihito within her silken web? Will the self-professed "leg man" decide that eight is better than two? More danger’s afoot when Kimihito receives a threatening note warning him not to marry any monster girl, and he has to go on fake dates to flush out the culprit. Then there’s Lala, who goths up the joint with her black cloak, scythe, and dramatic flair. Will Kimihito lose his head...or will she?!

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BACK IN THE SADDLE! The long-anticipated monster girl anthology finally returns!! Monster Musume: I Heart Monster Girls explores concepts both familiar and new, including the full moon, sleep, and the traditional Japanese maiden. Your monster girl love will power up when you read this collection of works by the field’s most talented artists, including a cover drawn by masha, the artist of Interspecies Reviewers !

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ROXY IN PERIL! Rudeus's beloved magic teacher Roxy is stranded somewhere in a perilous labyrinth full of teleportation traps. She searches desperately for a way out, her strength gradually fading...but help is on the way. Rudeus, together with his father Paul and the others in their party, are ready for a rescue mission dungeon dive! It's Rudeus's first time exploring a labyrinth, and even though he's got some apprehensions, he won't shy away from the challenge until Roxy is home safe!

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Dive back into the Mushoku Tensei universe as the hit isekai tale continues in this new light novel series! Rudeus Greyrat has finally emerged victorious from the showdown at Biheiril Kingdom. With his hard-fought battle over, he can finally rest easy and put his adventuring days behind him. Yeah right! The epic fight may be done, but the story of the Jobless Reincarnation cast is far from over. There’s still Norn’s wedding, Lucie’s first day at school, hunting down marriage partners for Dohga and Isolde, and then…is that Ghislaine?! Get ready for a bounty of antics and action from the Mushoku Tensei universe as the story continues!

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The adorable misadventures of a human man trying to raise his adorable, half-demon daughter. A family drama that will warm your heart! From the creator behind Himouto! Umaruchan --also available from Seven Seas. Sami is a sweet little girl…who just so happens to have demonic powers. Her mom? A literal demon. Her dad? A totally normal human trying to balance the chaos of life and work, all while raising his adorable half-demon daughter. Raising a half-devil daughter is far from easy, especially when she accidentally summon demons! But the real challenge? Keeping her smiling at all costs and not letting her horns grow. Because if she ever feels lonely, Mama has made a promise to make Papa pay—with his life. As if being a single dad wasn’t hard enough! A devilishly cute family comedy packed with mischief, magic, and heartwarming chaos.

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THEIR LAST PICTURE SHOW In Showa-era Tokyo, no case is too large, or small, for Japan's first female detective, Mitsuko, and her assistant, Saku, who also happens to be heir to Yoshida Department Store! The sleuths meet a young blind man and his sister, who have a very personal mystery to solve—they want to know how a film they saw in their youth ended, but their memories of the story and even the voice of the benshi narrator differ radically! Can sound, vision, and memory be reconciled before it is too late?!

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DEER CLUB DISBANDED?! Tripitaka and his party travel west through the desert, searching for a land of…well, actually, they're looking for the Deer Club. A battle over both person and drink is set to begin, a battle for Bashame’s gourmet food. It might even get the Deer Club closed and disbanded! Meanwhile, Tsubame busts out her fanciest outfit to win over the school admin into supporting the club. Or maybe it’s just for a date? And maybe it’s just adding to the confusion and chaos?!

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A NOT-SO-PERFECT MATCH After Fuuko confronts Yuni’s girlfriend with the vicious truth of their affair, Yuni chooses to stay with Nanase. It doesn’t take long for her will to waver though, and she sneaks off to see Fuuko once again. Meanwhile, a stressed-out Nanase lashes out at her friend and teammate, Yuki. In order to make up for her outburst, she gives her a small gift. However, that sets Yuni off since she’s been waiting for Nanase to give her a matching accessory for months now. Can their fragile relationship withstand the odds?

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REMEMBER ME? Now that the mother cat and her two newborn kittens at Taiyo’s family’s home are safe, Taiyo can return to his regular life. He decides to visit his friend from high school, Touya, and check up on the kitten he took in. Though Taiyo rescued and nursed her back to health, it seems Konatsu doesn’t remember him. Meanwhile, Taiyo’s older brother continues to struggle with raising cats for the first time. There’s only one person who can help: Utako!

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LOVE ME, NEVER LEAVE ME Thanks to his housekeeper-turned-boyfriend, Natsume has finally learned just how enjoyable sex can be and abandoned his misguided plans to get back at his ex. Instead, he’s come up with a new agenda: this time, his goal is to become a lover worthy of his beloved Kou. Yet in the midst of his planning, Kou’s childhood friend Kurumi returns to Japan, and the future of Natsume’s budding relationship is thrown into jeopardy!

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A NEW BREED OF BEING After their seven-day ordeal in the storage room, Takai and Nishio have returned to their normal lives as best they can and started dating in secret. But their experience during Nishio’s heat has irrevocably altered them, with each boy noticing a new level of possessiveness over the other. With the arrival of spring and their third year of high school, a second heat threatens to arrive, and a silent observer has begun to take notice of just how much Takai and Nishio have changed. Will this alpha-omega couple be able to keep their secret hidden? Or is there an intruder on their private world?

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HOT SPRINGS AND DRAWING MACHINES Super pessimist Uehara Yuuki and mega optimist Miyamoto Niina are still in the throes of their (completely fake) relationship. And…it’s working?! Both of them have become better mangaka from acting out various rom-com tropes, to the point where some of those heart-pounding scenarios have actually gotten their hearts pounding. They’re now at the level of going on (fake) amusement park dates and doing (fake) karaoke love confessions, but it seems things have grown stagnant. They need a big event to bolster their dreams of becoming mangaka, like…a hot springs vacation? There, one of them might even blurt out a (genuine) confession—unless someone else decides to crash the party!

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A ROGUELITE RESOLVE With Nao shaken by the experience of having been torn apart by monsters on a previous time loop, it’s up to Akira to prepare for the upcoming boss fight. But no matter how strong he gets on his own, the quest description still demands that the two of them brave the Werewolf’s lightning-fast claws together. Can Nao overcome her fears to defeat the next boss alongside her childhood friend?

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What starts as a challenge quickly becomes an addiction for two men as they discover the secret to pleasure goes beyond physical indulgences. A sexy Boys’ Love romance that brings the spice! Akihito is a college student obsessed with good looks and carnal pleasure, but he can’t stand the handsome-yet-aloof Sae. Things come to a head when Akihito is shot down at a singles mixer by a girl who’s set her romantic sights on Sae. Furious, he follows Sae to the hotel district where he learns Sae’s secret: he's gay, and he's having trouble enjoying himself in the bedroom. Breaking through Sae’s mental barriers is exactly the sexy challenge Akihito needed. It awakens something in them both. Will they ever be able to control themselves again?

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WRACKED WITH GUILT Leon isn’t doing so hot. In the wake of an arrest gone wrong, both his partner and his childhood friend are dead—and he’s to blame. Can Count D help assuage his grief and guilt with a gift from the pet shop?

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SECRETS BURIED DEEP Having devised and executed the perfect strategy to defeat Demon Commander Gezarius, Werner von Zehrfeld makes a gallant return to the capital alongside his friend, the Hero Mazel. However, there is no time to rest as Crown Prince Hubertus commands him to investigate a secret underground library. The number of books stored there is incredible, but clues to even deeper secrets may lie within. Meanwhile, sinister forces are trying to find ways to use the Hero’s powers for themselves. Is it all too much for the once-average office worker to handle?

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THE ADORABLE COUPLE'S ORIGIN STORY, CUTE FROM THE GET-GO! Tamba and Utagawa first meet back in high school. They might be in different classes--and from different worlds--but that doesn’t keep them from spending more and more time together. When they head to a summer fireworks festival together, will sparks fly on the ground, too…?

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In this novel series originally released in Chinese—and which inspired a number of multimedia adaptations—two disaffected young men stuck in a run-down city discover that everything changes once they find each other. Unwanted by his adoptive parents, Jiang Cheng leaves home to live in a cold, gray city with his deadbeat dad whose only talent is feeding a gambling addiction. Alone save for his suitcase, the rebellious teenage boy arrives at the train station ready to face his miserable new life. But the moment he steps off the platform, Jiang Cheng meets the peculiar young girl Gu Miao, along with her big brother Gu Fei—a boy his age with a musical staff shaved into his hair. Rumor has it that Gu Fei is bad news with dark secrets of his own, but Jiang Cheng still finds himself pulled toward the withdrawn delinquent thanks to Gu Miao and, perhaps, fate. The unlikely friendship that blossoms between them shows Jiang Cheng the hidden depths of Gu Fei…and the hidden depths of his own feelings. Features exclusive new art!

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The hit danmei (Boys’ Love) thriller from the author behind Guardian: Zhen Hun and Stars of Chaos: Sha Po Lang –both available from Seven Seas! Something lurks beneath the city of Yancheng, and as international spotlight falls upon it, the darkness begins to stir. As one of the police force’s best investigators, the task of unraveling the city’s morbid mysteries falls to Luo Wenzhou. But as the case develops, a common thread seems to emerge: the infamous playboy and wealthy CEO, Fei Du. With a harrowing past of his own, Fei Du is no stranger to the ins and outs of the crime investigation unit, and his suspiciously shrewd insights into the workings of the criminal mind are a great help to Luo Wenzhou’s team. As they work together to pursue justice, Luo Wenzhou must reconcile this new version of Fei Du—sharp, astute, with impeccable skills of deduction—with the troubled child he once helped…

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THE DEMON COMES HOME In year 21 of the Heisei era (2009 AD), Jinya returns to his hometown Kadono. Only a year remains until the foretold arrival of the Demon God—his sister, Suzune. To prepare for their fated confrontation, Jinya enrolls in the high school located on the former grounds of the Itsukihime shrine, and among his classmates is the Itsukihime of the Heisei era, Himekawa Miyaka. And if finding his place in this old-yet-new environment isn’t enough to keep him busy, Jinya finds himself discovering not only what new dangers the night holds, but the final secret of the Yatonomori Kaneomi blades as well.

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A SWEET BDSM ROMCOM WITH TWO PURE-HEARTED LEADS! Yuka, a true masochist, wants nothing more than for her oh-so-kind boyfriend, Mahiro, to torment her. Mahiro, who declared he’d become a sadist for her, tries his best to be dominant for her as they celebrate milestones like birthdays and their first trip together. However, it becomes apparent that Mahiro is struggling with something. What could it be? And could it have something to do with the mysterious woman, Yukino, who shows up at his workplace?

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There’s still much more to The Ancient Magus’ Bride story. From unseen tales to secrets not yet revealed, collect the missing fragments from this wondrous world in this brand-new collection of short stories. Available in English print for the first time ever! Before Hatori Chise and Elias started their journey together, Chise lived an entirely different life. Like her, many other characters have stories that have yet to be told…until now. Learn more about the cast of characters from The Ancient Magus’ Bride in this collection of short stories—published in English for the first time ever!

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The story of a Beast King intent on protecting monsters—and his human companion. Tina, an adventurer, is gravely wounded while dungeon diving, and who should come across her but Garon—not just a monster, but the Beast King himself. In exchange for saving her life, Garon demands that Tina help him treat wounded monsters. It’s the beginning of a fantasy story of humans, monsters, and medicine!

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Quirky courtship awaits in this comedy nominated for the 2020 Manga Taisho Award–and don’t miss the anime! Kyotaro Ichikawa, a boy barely clinging to the bottom rung of his school’s social ladder, secretly believes he’s the tortured lead in some psychological thriller. He spends his days dreaming up ways to disrupt his classmates’ peaceful lives and pining after Anna Yamada, the class idol. But Kyotaro’s not nearly the troubled teen he pretends to be…and it turns out Anna’s a bit odd herself!

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YOU AND YOU ALONE In the aftermath of Tomoya’s stabbing, Natsuo and Yuya are in a state of shock, with Yuya unwilling to leave his brother’s side as he lies in a hospital bed in a coma. As Yuya gradually weakens from stress and worry, Natsuo vows to do everything he can to support his two mates. Yet unbeknownst to him, someone else has their sights on Yuya--and meanwhile, Natsuo comes face-to-face with Tomoya’s attacker! Will the bond between these three make it through this ordeal unscathed?

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EVERY TIME WE TOUCH Eunbyul Han thought it was the worst day of her life when a misunderstanding resulted in her neighbor--superstar Kang Bin--thinking she was a stalker. Little did she know, the nightmare had only just begun! Thanks to Kang’s bodyguard being a dear childhood friend and Eunbyul desperately needing a job, she finds herself tutoring the brattiest student ever. That leaves her precious little time to reconnect with another person from her past, Choi Junghoon, who seems to want to take their friendship to the next level. As if that's not enough, she may also have psychometry, the ability to see powerful memories tied to objects. All Eunbyul wants is a normal life, but it seems fate has more in store for her!

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DEUS EX MACHINA Olivia may have finally encountered a monster she cannot subjugate in the form of a masked sorceress who holds her childhood friend captive. During their last confrontation, the mysterious woman teleported Olivia, Noah, and their pet owl Fo-Fo to an unknown icy land. As Olivia and her ward were on the brink of freezing to death, Fo-Fo called out to the divine beast of the snowy peaks to save them. It seems this powerful creature may be the key to stopping an evil plan, but an infamous man-eating giant stands between Olivia and this potential new ally!

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HOT SPRINGS SHENANIGANS Stuck in an endless August 31st that only they remember, Suzuki and Takagi still don’t seem any closer to figuring out how to break the loop. On the surface their relationship seems just as stagnant. So when Takagi suggests she and Suzuki go on a hot springs trip together, Suzuki’s hopes immediately shoot sky high. He even makes sure to procure some necessary protection in case the opportunity arises. Later, alone in their room, things start getting steamy. Will Suzuki and Takagi finally take the next step?!

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TIME TO SETTLE THINGS Life has been strangely enjoyable ever since Rei’s former co-worker, Saya, started staying at Rei’s apartment. Rei has always had a bit of a crush on flirty, feminine Saya, but she doesn’t want to get her hopes up in case Saya isn’t into women. When Rei discovers that Saya had been talking to her husband, the cheery atmosphere changes into something more tense. Saya tells Rei that she’ll move out and apologizes for freeloading. As Saya’s moving day draws closer, can the two women figure out their true feelings for one another before it’s too late? The final volume of The Lying Bride and the Same-Sex Marriage Debate !

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A powerful warrior whose strength and reputation strike fear in the hearts of her enemies…and her potential love interests! An action-packed manga about a woman who must produce an heir and her challenge to find a man brave enough to help her conceive. With sharp eyes, forbidding features, and a commanding voice, Angelica isn’t your typical beauty. The only daughter of a royal army general, she was raised as a soldier and earned the nickname “Ice Witch” due to her aloof personality. Thanks to all that, she’s already lost one engagement, and has resigned herself to never marrying. But that does nothing to lessen the expectation that she will provide an heir...so what’s a lady of battle to do but secretly hunt for a man to help her conceive? It isn't long before a man comes to her, and he happens to be Prince Elvan, the crown prince and the very person to whom Angelica has sworn allegiance!

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The endearing light novel series about a young Alchemist who gets a second chance at life and makes better use of her extraordinary powers! Inspired a manga and anime! Daisy’s new life is already a world apart from the last. Once cast out for a “worthless” job and left to die alone, she’s now the cherished daughter of a viscount—with a rare skill, a loving family, and a future that’s finally hers to shape. Sure, she’s been saddled with the “undesirable” job of Alchemist again, but things couldn’t be more different this time. With her Appraisal ability, the blessing of the spirits, and brand-new alchemy tools at her side, Daisy is ready to turn her second chance into something truly magical. Before long, she’s brewing potions for kingdoms, gathering rare materials with ease, and still finding time to bake fresh bread. This time, the overpowered alchemist is going to make sure her future shines bright!

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CAN SISTERLY SUPPORT SAVE THE DAY?! After being sold to another kingdom, Philia quickly performed her first miracle as a Saint. She cast the Great Evil-Crushing Magic Circle across the entire kingdom of Palnacorta, saving it from the encroaching demon realm. But protecting one kingdom is hardly enough for the greatest Saint of all time! With the aid of Bolmern’s Saint sisters, Philia seeks to expand the circle and shield the entire continent. Meanwhile, her sister Mia makes progress in convincing Ziltonia’s first price to take action against those who conspired against Philia. But will Philia survive casting such a massive spell and live to see her sister again?

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“A BEAUTIFUL SWORD CANNOT BE WEAK.” The indomitable Enka exhibits the power of the semi-hidden in a vicious battle against the Imperial Archives. Meanwhile, Iba Hachiro, Kai’s kinsman, crosses blades with former Shinsengumi captain Fujita Goro to protect Ikumatsu. For a third time, the immortal siblings clash over their ideals. To what future will the ensorcelled Sessho-seki lead the valiant?

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A PASSIONATE DESERT HONEYMOON TURNS DEADLY! After a treacherous and passionate courtship, Cecelia thought she’d finally earned a peaceful honeymoon with her overprotective husband, the Hero of the Kingdom Lucas. But when he insists on dragging her to the sun-scorched desert kingdom of Majaar, she realizes her “relaxing getaway” involves more intrigue than sightseeing. The Egrich Empire has set their sights on Cecilia—and they’re determined to claim the Rainbow Maiden as their own holy saint! The romantic fantasy between the obsessive knight and his villainous noblewoman bride continues in this new volume.

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IN TOO DEEP As Rin says goodbye to the Remote Magic Tower, he encounters the mysterious (and beautiful) Claire, a member of the Yoizuki Guild. Rin’s got an open invitation to join the guild, but before that can happen, he’s sucked into yet another dungeon collapse—this time for a B-rank dungeon with tons of high-level monsters pouring out. He agrees to assist Claire in the fallout, but can he keep up with her and survive the fierce battle?

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HOT FOR TEACHER! Ren agrees to supervise Ed and a few boys as they train at Arnault Smithy. Though she loathes the idea at first, Ren soon finds herself deeply invested in seeing her pupils grow! She brings the fellas to the Creation Expo so that the public can judge the fruits of their long, hard, labor, but there will be more than creations exposed at the venue. The slow life may be heating up!

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HOW MANY LIFETIMES WILL IT TAKE? Wu Xingxue has awakened and realized that he is indeed an archfiend. However, much of his past, like his connection to the mysterious Rex Spiritus or the Arbor Divinus, remains an enigma. Adding to the puzzle is the legendary Tianxiu Immortal, Xiao Fuxuan, who continues to support him. Wu Xingxue’s fragmented memories suggest that Xiao Fuxuan’s helpfullness might stem from a surprisingly simple reason—one that ties them together inexorably. Determined to uncover the truth, Wu Xingxue travels with his ragtag group to the feared stronghold of fiends: Nightgleam. Once inside, he will surely encounter the archfiend who usurped his position as leader of all fiends. But when they least expect it, the group is dragged into a vision of the past. And the illusion—if it is an illusion—holds more shocking revelations than any of them could have imagined.

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“IF ODD, CHANGE. IF EVEN, REMAIN THE SAME...” In the marquess of Nan’an’s household, Lu Wancheng’s death has left Lin Qingyu a young widow, and he loses no time fleeing his late husband’s hostile family to continue pursuing his dashed dream of becoming a physician. Indeed, the empire of Great Yu has never been as desperate for fine physicians—both the emperor and one of his finest generals are in such ill health as to threaten the country itself. Lin Qingyu’s medical talents are far from rusty, and soon enough, they ensure that he’s ushered into the imperial palace. There, he waits for someone to utter the secret code Lu Wancheng taught him—the code that begins “If odd, change. If even, remain the same…” When Lin Qingyu finally hears those words, the speaker isn’t the person he expected—nor are they the only person in the palace interested in Lin Qingyu. The young physician’s beauty and talent have created professional rivals and even more serious threats. The speaker of the secret code may have come too late.

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EVERY MAN FOR HIMSELF! Yotsuya Kaidan was out for bloody vengeance, starting with its disgraced second in command, Kojiro Hishi. Fortunately, Ryusei Sato raced to save his childhood friend despite being in a rival gang. Since no one fights alone when they’re a member of Tokyo Manji’s First Division, Keisuke Baji and Chifuyu Matsuno rushed to his side. However, Kojiro’s older brother and leader of Yotsuya Kaidan may have an unbreakable hold over him, turning this rescue mission into a trap with each Toman member separated and outnumbered. Though Chifuyu remains determined to earn his place as Baji’s right hand, the odds may be completely against him! The untold story of two of Toman’s toughest officers concludes in this Tokyo Revengers tale!

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THE VIRGIN KNIGHT MUST CONQUER HIS STRONGEST FOE YET—A WOMAN'S HEART! After a triumphant campaign alongside Princess Valiele, Faust—a rare male knight from another world—decides to care for Martina, the orphaned daughter of a fallen rebel. Returning home to his quiet Polidoro fief, his respite is cut short when he’s summoned to the capital for a delicate diplomatic mission. Queen Liesenlotte herself asks Faust to act as an envoy, negotiating peace with the neighboring kingdom of Villendorf. But there’s a twist: the success of this mission hinges on whether Faust can break through the icy facade of Queen Catalina, a ruler famed for her ruthless heart. The stakes are even higher in this thrilling second installment of the knight’s tale in a gender-switched world!

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THE WORLD'S ONLY MALE KNIGHT TAKES ON THE BANDIT HORDE! In a world where women wield power and men are shielded, Faust, a rare male knight, is tasked with advising Princess Valiele on her first campaign. What began as a straightforward mission to eliminate bandits takes a dire turn when they discover the culprits are reinforced by remnants of a neighboring domain’s failed succession war. These ruthless forces have ravaged a village, leaving chaos in their wake. Unprepared to face such a large and vicious army, Valiele’s troops face overwhelming odds. As defeat looms, Zabine, commander of the royal knights, rallies the common folk to their cause in one unified resistance. Her bold strategy risks extraordinary casualties. Will resolve and unity prevail, or will their recklessness lead to ruin?

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Things heat up on set in this Boys’ love story between an aspiring actor and his stylist boyfriend! Shinozaki Haruto is a top stylist in Tokyo and the devoted boyfriend of up-and-coming actor Kuga Aoi. Their busy careers keep them on their toes, but they always find time for love. When Aoi lands the lead role in a new film shooting in Hokkaido, Haruto is both overjoyed and heartbroken at the thought of being apart . But fate has other plans! Haruto is suddenly invited to join the same film crew as a hair and makeup artist. Now, the couple must balance work and romance under the spotlight. Can they keep their relationship hidden? Or will love take center stage?

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OUTSIDE TEMPTATION Former noblewoman Lysithea Del Arman is on the run for her life, but has been waylaid at an abandoned mansion with her broker, Taron Cardis. Thanks to a raging snowstorm, she’s narrowly missed her opportunity to leave the country by boat and must now wait until spring. But at least with Taron, Lysithea feels safe. Safe from the horrors of the outside world, and especially from Phantom, the assassin who’s been hired to kill her. Losing herself in Taron’s embrace, Lysithea can’t help falling deeper in love with him—until a stranger arrives at the mansion. Taron, ever careful, wants him dead. But Lysithea can’t bring herself to kill…even if it puts her own life in danger.

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WHEN TWISTED INDIVIDUALS CLASH, WHOSE BELIEFS WILL PREVAIL? After working with the mafia to halt a rising drug problem in the city of Halian, Zig is back to protecting Siasha—but with a new wariness of Claritism, a doctrine that asserts demi-humans are subhuman. Aware that Claritists would persecute Siasha for her witch nature if it were discovered, Zig gathers intel while keeping the religion and its followers at arm's length. However, after sharing a meal with Urbas, a scalefolk demi-human, Zig is targeted directly. So much for neutrality! With the help of the network they've established in the city, Zig and Siasha storm the church to confront Yaesar, a Claritist confessor with a sinister agenda. Can the witch and mercenary fight against the deep-rooted prejudice festering beneath the city's surface…or will they soon find themselves on the wrong side of the allies they've gathered?

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Love in the limelight! The hit Boys’ Love light novel (and anime film) is now a manga. Kunieda Kei is the up-and-coming Prince Charming of the evening news, but inside, he’s anything but princely. He’s brash, hot-tempered, and prickly as can be. For years, he’s been able to juggle his private and professional personas, but a run-in with animator Ushio Tsuzuki threatens to bring that all crashing down. Will Kei’s mask slip and expose him for who he is, or is there someone who might love and accept both his sides?