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Yen Press’s Middle Grade Imprint Announces New Novel Series, Four Child Life

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JY for Kids, the middle grade imprint of Yen Press, has announced the acquisition of a new middle-grade series, Four Child Life. Winner of the 6th Kadokawa Tsubasa Bunko Novel Award, the story captures the joys and challenges of sisterhood and family. JY is thrilled to be able to have Four Child Life join its lineup of current novel series, which includes Horror Collector, Catalog of Wonders, Phantom Thief Red, and more.

Four Child Life

By Himari Hino, Illustrated by Oriko Sakura

I thought I was all alone, but I’m actually a quadruplet?!

My name is Mifu Miyabi. For the past twelve years, I thought I had no family—no parents, no siblings. Little did I know, my world was about to get turned upside down by not one, not two, but three identical sisters showing up out of nowhere! Sure, we all grew up leading separate lives, but now we have to figure out how to live together under one roof. It may be hard to tell us apart just by looking, but we’re much more different than you’d think. This is how our time as a family begins!

Four Child Life will be priced at $8.99 USD / $11.99 CAN.

Four Child Life

Yen Press’ Middle Grade Imprint Announces its First Picture Book

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JY for Kids, the middle grade imprint of Yen Press has announced that it has acquired its first picture book, Memen & Mori, from award-winning children’s book author Shinsuke Yoshitake.

Memen & Mori

By Shinsuke Yoshitake

Meet Memen, the calm and collected elder sister, and Mori, the curious younger brother. When Mori asks big questions like, “What is the meaning of life?” how does big sis Memen respond? Through humorous and tender moments, the two siblings teach that sometimes, the answer to life is less complex than we think.

Yoshitake, known for his down-to-earth humor and unique illustrations enjoyed by kids and adults alike, has written several picture books that capture the imagination while exploring larger-than-life themes and questions. His previous works have received critical acclaim, including There Must Be More Than That!, which was included in The New York Times Notable Children’s Book of the Year for 2020 and the The New York Times 25 Best Children’s Books of 2020; The Boring Book, which was named a 2019 New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Book of 2019. JY is thrilled to be the home for Yoshitake’s latest work.

Memen & Mori will be priced at $20.00 USD / $26.00 CAN.

Memen & Mori

NYCC 2024: Yen Press’ JY for Kids announces Horror Collector

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At New York Comic Con, JY for Kids, the middle grade imprint of Yen Press, announced that it will be publishing the manga edition of its novel series Horror Collector. The series was first announced in June 2023 as part of JY’s expansion of its prose titles from KADOKAWA’s Tsubasa Bunko label, along with three other novels. The upcoming adaptation will mark the third manga series for JY.

Art by Niko Yuki
Original Story by Midori Sato and Norio Tsuruta
Original Character Design by Yon

The internet is full of creepypastas, cryptid sightings, tales of paranormal activity, and unsolved disappearances. These are mostly rumors and pranks fueled by trolls—entertainment. But the unlucky few learn the hard way that some legends are true. Many of these unfortunate souls are doomed, but their luck may change if they cross paths with the boy in the red hood. He roams from town to town and appears wherever strange things occur. Is he a light in the dark? Or living proof that monsters are all too real…?

Four volumes in the novel series, which features a unique and engaging blend of mystery and horror, have currently been released with more on the way. The manga will be priced at $13.00 USD / $17.00 CAN.

Horror Collector

Anime Expo 2024: Yen Press’ JY for Kids announces Catalog of Wonders

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JY for Kids, the middle grade imprint of Yen Press will be publishing a new children’s book in December 2024—Catalog of Wonders. This novel will mark the fifth series in JY’s recent prose expansion initiative, focused on publishing the English editions of Japanese novels containing short prose chapters rich with illustrations that appeal to younger readers. Catalog of Wonders features a story by Chizutokouro with illustrations by Kei Mochizuki.

One day, after bringing home some particularly bad test scores, Mashiro decides to run away. If only all those low grades would just disappear from his parents’ memories… As he fantasizes about the impossible, a girl in an eye patch and a flashy pink hoodie jumps out in front of him, dragging a suitcase behind her. In her wake, he finds a mysterious black book with a list of dubious products. Instant Death God, Friend Gacha, Execution Set, Winter Only Ice Cream, ??? Goldfish…And then he sees it—a button to erase someone’s memories. Just what are these strange items, and are they safe to use? You’ll never know until you try, but do you dare?!

Catalog of Wonders contains short stories about customers who bought mysterious products from a young girl with an eye patch, leading to unexpected and frightful consequences. This excellent series is great for readers of all ages looking for a comfortable horror series as a breath of fresh air from the often gritty genre. Priced at $8.99 USD / $11.99 CAD, Catalog of Wonders is the newest title selected from the popular Tsubasa Bunko line to join JY for Kids.

Catalog of Wonders