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Beat the Summer Heat with Seven New Licenses from Yen Press

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Yen Press has announced seven new acquisitions sure to heat up your summer reading, featuring a dystopian world full of heart (and secrets), a horror anthology, a steamy yaoi, and more.    

Releasing in July 2026, the debut list includes six manga (List Rouge; Seeds of Anxiety: Asterisk; The Crow’s Ballad at Dawn; Beneath the Fur; The Bubble Love of the Mermaid; and Magic Doctor Rex’s Perverted Medical Record) and one novel (Love Unseen Beneath the Radiant Night Sky).

List Rouge

By Hoku Tomose

In a world where humans are designated as an endangered species by the dominant race of Chimeras, the propagation of mankind is managed by well-intentioned breeding programs. This is in the case of a certain young human girl, who is raised in luxury and ease so that she may one day serve her role in the conservation of her kind. But when new feelings begin to bloom in the heart of the Chimera boy who works as her caretaker, the stage is set for an incident that will go down in history…

List Rouge

Seeds of Anxiety: Asterisk

By Masaaki Nakayama

In the beginning, this place was filled with someone’s memories—sad memories. With the passage of time, those memories break down, and every so often, they creep into our everyday world as…disturbances. Why do they show themselves to us? Perhaps they seek a mouthpiece for their own despair, or something else entirely. When strangeness takes root in a place of woe, the seeds of dread begin to germinate…

Horror fans won’t want to miss this beloved anthology series!

Seeds of Anxiety: Asterisk

The Crow’s Ballad at Dawn

By Sakuhiro

“You paid for me, so touch me however you please…” Office worker Akito is taken away by a tofu boy yokai and steps foot into red-light district exclusive to yokai! There he meets the beautiful male prostitute Suiren—a tan, black-haired tengu. A story of pure love between a male prostitute and a customer unfurls in a dazzlingly luxurious red-light district!

The Crow’s Ballad at Dawn

Beneath the Fur

By Umi Ruike

One day, a fox is ready to pounce on a rabbit, only to receive a confession from its would-be prey. Ignoring the fox’s confusion, the rabbit professes, “I love you.” As this bold approach takes effect, the fox’s hard heart begins, little by little, to soften. Will predator and prey ever be able to coexist…?

Beneath the Fur

The Bubble Love of the Mermaid

Original Story by Akumi Agitogi
Art by Kei Tamura


From the creator of My Happy Marriage comes a new romantic fantasy series! Asana Amamizu, a student at Yotsuru Girls’ Academy, has been bullied by her family ever since a red mark appeared on her wrist. So even when the school is abuzz with news about a handsome new Japanese teacher, Asana keeps her distance. That is, until an unexpected marriage proposal comes her way!

The Bubble Love of the Mermaid

Magic Doctor Rex’s Perverted Medical Record

By Daisuke Motomi

In a land where the Demon King has been defeated, Rex the magic doctor runs a humble clinic. Business is booming even in peacetime, but…his patients are the most hopeless perverts in the world! From committing crimes with slimes to sticking certain appendages in man-eaters, Dr. Rex has seen it all!

Magic Doctor Rex’s Perverted Medical Record

Love Unseen Beneath the Radiant Night Sky

By Nanigashi Shima
Illustrated by raemz

On an April night in Tokyo, as the cherry blossoms are in bloom, blind university student Koharu Fuyutsuki spends time with the man she loves, Kakeru Sorano. In the three years since they started dating, he’s shown just how much he cares about her, and even though Koharu can’t see him, she can tell what a wonderful person he is. After all, Kakeru is the man who gave her a future. But just because they were gifted a miracle once, there’s nothing to say it will continue forever. Pain and joy—and all the vibrant hues in between—color their lives like fireworks in the sky.

Love Unseen Beneath the Radiant Night Sky

Anime Expo 2025: Yen Press Announces Four New Licenses

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Kicking off day one of Anime Expo 2025, Yen Press announced four new title acquisitions, which include a stunning art book, edge-of-your-seat mysteries, and a sweet romance. Releasing in December, the lineup includes four manga Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian: Momoco’s Art Book, Demon Lord 2099 (3-in-1Omnibus), Divine Incursions, and Even a Replica Can Fall in Love.

Fans can anticipate more announcements from Yen Press at the Anime Expo Industry Panel.

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian: Momoco’s Art Book

By Sunsunsun
Art by Momoco

Alisa Mikhailovna Kujou is a girl of many faces…and every one of them is presented stunningly in this very first art book for Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian! Packed with exquisite full-color pieces from the celebrated illustrator Momoco, this collection features illustrations from Volumes 1–8 of the light novels, plus promotional artwork, chibi illustrations, and even an exclusive short story by the original author, Sunsunsun! 

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian: Momoco’s Art Book

Demon Lord 2099 (3-in-1 Omnibus)

By Yutaka Sakurai
Art by Daigo Murasaki
Original Story by Kureta

In the year 2099 of the Fused Era, five centuries after his fall, the legendary Demon Lord Veltol returns to finish what he started. But the world he once conquered is gone—replaced by Shinjuku, a dazzling cyberpunk city where magic and technology intertwine, and the stories of demon lords and heroes are little more than historical footnotes. But make no mistake…this brave new world will be his for the taking! 

Demon Lord 2099 (3-in-1 Omnibus)

Divine Incursions, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Kouya Ashitaka
Original Story by Oumi Kifuru

Titanic body parts fall from the sky onto a town. The guts and viscera of corpses are mysteriously absent. And humanity continues to dream of eternal life and eternal youth.  Katagishi of the Divine Incursions Special Investigations Department is on the case to uncover the truth of these phenomena and other secrets that hit closer to home…

Divine Incursions, Vol. 1 (manga)

Even a Replica Can Fall in Love, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Momose Hanada
Original Story by Harunadon
Art by raemz

When she doesn’t feel well, when she doesn’t want to go to school…I take her place. I’m her replica, and I exist solely for her. But it all changed when he came into my life. Now I wear my hair up so the boy I fell for knows it’s me. I may be her replica—but my heart is mine. 

Even a Replica Can Fall in Love, Vol. 1 (manga)

Yen Press reveals eight new upcoming releases

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Yen Press announced the upcoming release of eight new titles, including five manga (The Color of the End: Mission in the Apocalypse; I’m Here, Beside You; Takahashi from the Bike Shop; Everyone’s Darling Has a Secret; Hell Is Dark with No Flowers) and three novels (Solo Leveling Collector’s Omnibus; Lycoris Recoil: Ordinary Days; Love Unseen Beneath the Clear Night Sky). These eight titles are set to release in January 2025. With a great selection of titles that includes a deluxe complete collection of the iconic Solo Leveling novel, readers can start off the new year with a bang!

Solo Leveling Collector’s Omnibus (novel)

Story by Chugong
With Art by DUBU(REDICE STUDIO)

Arise, Solo Leveling fans! Experience all eight novels chronicling the tale of Jinwoo Sung in a deluxe omnibus fit for the strongest S-rank hunter. Featuring stunning art from the hit webcomic, this edition is sure to level up your collection!

Solo Leveling Collector’s Omnibus (novel)

Lycoris Recoil: Ordinary Days

Adapted by Asaura
Original Story by Spider Lily
With Aniplex, ABC Animation, and BS11
Illustration by Imigimuru

Located on the east side of Tokyo, overlooking the old, destroyed radio tower, Café LycoReco is a stylish and delicious place to relax. And this is a story depicting the everyday, extraordinary life of the charming staff who work there. Irresistible sweets, gun action, incredible games, heartwarming dramas, zombies and monsters…and a touch of love!? Of course, you can’t forget the coffee!

Lycoris Recoil: Ordinary Days

The Color of the End: Mission in the Apocalypse

By Haruo Iwamune

A girl walks alone in a world without humans. Her mission—to search for survivors and cleanse the land. But is anyone still out there in the lonely, beautiful ruins, waiting to be found?

The Color of the End: Mission in the Apocalypse

I’m Here, Beside You

By TEA natsuno

Ibuki Doi has never forgotten his first love from high school—Mikami Baba, the kind, handsome, and totally straight student council president. Though he was too shy to approach Mikami back then, Ibuki always held his idol near and dear to his heart, wishing him nothing but the best! However, when he learns Mikami is soon to be married to a man, he just can’t help it—he’s absolutely devastated. He drinks himself into a stupor to drown his sorrows but is surprised to wake up and find…he’s back in high school?! Could this be Ibuki’s second chance to make things go his way?

I’m Here, Beside You

Takahashi from the Bike Shop

By Arare Matsumushi

From unwanted advances from her boss to work dumped onto her by coworkers, thirty-year-old Tomoko Hanno, or Panko for short, struggles to stand up for herself. But when her rusty bike breaks down, she meets Ryohei Takahashi from the neighborhood bike repair shop. Although he can be a bit overbearing, Panko finds herself relying on his considerate nature and her world begins to shift…

Takahashi from the Bike Shop

Love Unseen Beneath the Clear Night Sky

Story by Nanigashi Shima
Illustration by raemz

On an April night in Tokyo, still too early for fireworks, university student Kakero Mano meets a woman named Koharu Fuyutsuki. She is a beautiful girl who stands out from the crowd, laughs a lot, and exudes a warmth that contrasts sharply with Kakero’s own introversion. But there was something Kakero didn’t know at first—she can’t see.

Unlike Kakero, Koharu hasn’t given up on anything, even with her blindness. She attends university daily, shows interest in clubs, makes friends—and dreams of launching fireworks one day. Kakero wonders why, when she can’t see them…but maybe it doesn’t matter. And maybe he can start moving forward, too, for the girl who’s always been by his side.

Love Unseen Beneath the Clear Night Sky

Everyone’s Darling Has a Secret

By Kashiko Amane

Hizashi Hiruno, a freshman at a super-elite high school, has just finished his first academic proficiency test of the year. He anxiously awaits the results, which will set the tone for his next three years at school. But due to a mistake on his answer sheet, he receives an abysmal score and gets sent to remedial lessons! If there’s one silver lining, he’s not the only one—and his comrade could be the girl of his dreams?!

Everyone’s Darling Has a Secret

Hell Is Dark with No Flowers (manga)

Original Story by Yoru Michio
Art by Ruka Todo

Seiji Tohno sometimes sees the people around him as monsters. It’s a curse that has driven him to a life of despair…but all that changes one evening when he stumbles across a bewitchingly beautiful boy in a huge European mansion. The boy introduces himself as Shiroshi Saijou, and before he knows it, Seiji has agreed to become Shiroshi’s part-time assistant. It turns out that Shiroshi’s “proxy service” is to consign yokai-possessed sinners to Hell, which will bring Seiji face-to-face with an unimaginable host of horrors!

Hell Is Dark with No Flowers (manga)

Yen Press Announces Nine New Releases

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Yen Press has announced a slate of upcoming releases at the Yen Press Industry Panel at Anime NYC that includes manga (Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle; Hi, I’m a Witch, and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion; The Other World’s Books Depend on the Bean Counter; See You Tomorrow at the Food Court; Nights with a Cat; The Geek Ex-Hitman;and Magia Record: Puella Magi Madoka Magica Another Story) and light novels (The Demise of the Bride and Sasaki and Pichan). All titles will have their release schedules announced at a later date.

Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle

Art by Bobcat
Story by Hiromu
Character Design by raemz

As far as normies go, it’s hard to beat Saku Chitose. The most popular kid in his high school? Check. An ironclad reputation that can weather even vicious online attacks? Check. A friend group that’s as attractive on the outside as they are on the inside? Check. But when a teacher asks Saku to help reacclimate a student who been shut away in his room for months to school life, his perfect world will never be the same. What is this, some kinda normie harem story?

Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle is a manga adaptation of the highly anticipated light novel series. The source material of this lovable comedy manga won the Shogakukan Light Novel Award for Excellence in Japan and appeals to fans of school-life stories, such as My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected.

Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle

The Bride of Demise

By Keishi Ayasato

Years ago, mysterious beings only known as kihei appeared without warning and overran the world. To confront this strange menace, the Twilight Academy was established to train students in black magic and how to battle the otherworldly invaders. Graduates of this school are no strangers to death, and many meet their doom while fulfilling their duty to protect humanity. Kou is just one more casualty in this war for survival…or so he thinks. Before he can even appreciate the fact that he’s still alive, a kihei pledges her loyalty to him and vows to stay by his side until the end of days, setting off a chain of events that can only lead down the road of madness and chaos. 

From Keishi Ayasato, the creator of Torture Princess: Fremd Torturchen,comes a new fantasy light novel series. Much like that series, The Demise of the Bride is a deep and dark tale that features illustrations as beautiful as the story itself.

The Bride of Demise

Sasaki and Pichan

Story by Buncololi
Art by Kantoku

Even though Sasaki’s droll corporate life is constantly filled with work, it leaves him tired and unfulfilled at the end of every day. In search of some companionship to fill the emptiness in his life, he visits a pet shop on a whim, not realizing he’s about to change his life forever. After settling on an adorable bird and bringing it home…his new roommate reveals that it’s actually an incredible sage from another world who promptly bestows Sasaki with supernatural powers as well as the ability to cross between worlds. All Sasaki wants to do is use these newfound powers to live in peace and comfort, but there are more than a few colorful characters who might get in the way of that…

In the realm of light novels, two genres reign supreme—isekai and slice of life. Sasaki and Pichan is a fun mixture of both with a story that goes back and forth between the real and fantasy worlds, featuring an older salaryman protagonist unlike any other seen in a Yen On series!

Sasaki and Pichan

Hi, I’m a Witch, and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion

Story by Eiko Mutsuhana
Art by Kamada
Character Design by vient

“I want you to make me a love potion.” With that single sentence from the object of her affections, the Good Witch of the Lake’s crush ended in heartbreak. In a desperate bid to spend more time with him, she sends him on a wild-goose chase for ingredients…but when he starts visiting every day to take care of her, she may have gotten much more than she’s bargained for!

Hi, I’m a Witch, and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion is an absolutely adorable manga series based on a light novel told from the point of view of a shut-in witch who has a crush on a dreamy knight. This fantastic romantic comedy highly appeals to the large audience of shojo-fantasy-romance fans looking for another great read!

Hi, I’m a Witch, and My Crush Wants Me to

The Other World’s Books Depend on the Bean Counter

Art by Yatsuki Wakatsu
Story by Kazuki Irodori
Character Design by Kikka Ohashi

Seiichiro’s always pulled his own weight, all day every day, for almost thirty years. Even when he gets stuck in a fantasy world because of some strange Saint-Summoning Ritual, he keeps on keeping on. It isn’t until he meets  Aresh, the Captain of the Knights, that realizes he may possibly want more out of life than his job. Can Seiichiro melt the heart of the infamous Ice Nobleman—or is he destined to be married to his work…forever?!

The ever-popular isekai genre has covered a lot of ground…but there have been very few works of isekai Boys Love published in English until now! The Other World’s Books Depend on the Bean Counter is filled with irresistible and unique elements for a Boys Love title, such as a quirky workaholic protagonist and a dashing fantasy love interest, that make this an enjoyable read to the many fans of the growing category.

The Other World’s Books Depend on the Bean Counter

See You Tomorrow at the Food Court

By Shinichiro Nariie

Wada is an honor student who keeps to herself and has an air of mystery around her. Yamamoto is an intimidating fashionista with dyed blond hair and a shortened skirt. Though this unlikely duo seem to have nothing in common, it’s only during their daily meetings at the food court that they can be themselves!

See You Tomorrow at the Food Court is a comedic work of slice-of-life manga surrounding the regular, everyday conversations between two unlikely friends. This fun and unique read is complete in a single volume from Yen Press. 

See You Tomorrow at the Food Court

Nights with a Cat

By kyuryuZ

When Fuuta comes home tired at night, all he wants to do is spend time with his new cat. All the mysterious habits and mannerisms of house cats are carefully reproduced in this relaxed and cute comedy about living with an adorable furball!

Nights with a Cat is a cute and quirky manga series following the everyday events of a man and his cat—a lovable series filled with adorable depictions of occurrences that any cat lover can relate to. In addition to appealing to readers of the growing category of cat manga, this series has all the charm of the most popular slice-of-life webcomics taking both the Western and Eastern worlds by storm.

Nights with a Cat

The Geek Ex-Hitman

By Ko-dai

The Oracle of Florence, Marco, is a legendary, peerless hitman feared throughout the Italian underworld, but now he’s trying to build a new reputation for himself—the biggest geek in Japan! After getting introduced to the joys of otaku culture while out on a hit, Marco quickly gets so sucked in that he sets down his bloodstained mantle and moves to Japan to peacefully enjoy his new lifestyle. But he’ll soon find that even after turning over a new leaf, there isn’t much he can do about how sinister he appears to other people—especially the government agent on his tail, Viviana, whose skills as a spy are surpassed only by her burning passion for yaoi and BL…!

The Geek Ex-Hitman is a series that combines comedy, action-packed crime, and otaku elements to make for one of the most hilarious premises seen in a manga to date! The fun fusion of crime and comedy appeals to readers of recent hit series, such as Love of Kill, Spy Classroom, and Spy x Family.

The Geek Ex-Hitman

Magia Record: Puella Magi Madoka Magica Another Story

Created by Magica Quartet
Art by U35

Mami Tomoe is a veteran magical girl when it comes to fighting the witches of Mitakihara City, but the rise of mysterious entities known as “rumors” have brought her and her allies to a new battlefield: Kamihama City. Providing new insight into the world of Madoka Magica, this manga adapts the Another Story route from the hit mobile game Magia Record!

Magia Record: Puella Magi Madoka Magica Another Story is a manga adaptation of the Magia Record mobile game that focuses on the main cast of Puella Magi Madoka Magica, including the fan-favorite character Mami Tomoe. Between the November 2021 release of Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Wraith Arc and Magia Record: Puella Magi Madoka Magica Another Story, Yen Press is delivering great titles for longtime Puella Magi Madoka Magica fans eager for more content featuring iconic characters.

Magia Record: Puella Magi Madoka Magica Another Story

Yen Press Announces Four New Series

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Yen Press, LLC announced a slate of upcoming releases that includes manga (Banished from the Hero’s Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside and From the Red Fog) and light novels (Demon Lord 2099 and Chitose-kun Is in the Ramune Bottle). All announced titles are scheduled for January 2022 release.

Banished from the Hero’s Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside (manga)

Original Story by Zappon
Art by Masahiro Ikeno
Character Design by Yasumo

Despite being the bearer of the powerful Divine Blessing of the Guide, Red has been banished from the Hero’s party. Listless, he decides to head to the frontier and hatches a plan to spend his days working an easy apothecary job. Thus begins his new life!

Banished from the Hero’s Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside is a manga adaptation of the slice-of-life fantasy light novel, one of the latest fan favorites in a growing genre. An anime adaptation of Banished from the Hero’s Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside has been announced for an October 2021 release.

Banished from the Hero’s Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside (manga)

From the Red Fog

Story & Art by Mosae Nohara

England at the end of the nineteenth century. A string of gruesome incidents all lead back to a single boy who was born into a world where chaos, order, wealth, and poverty are all deeply intertwined. Guided by a deep solitude, what fate awaits him in the end?

From the Red Fog is a dark and compelling manga series with an art style that is as beautiful as it is unsettling. As a story that takes place in nineteenth-century England, From the Red Fog appeals to fans of historical fiction as well as those who have a taste for psychological horror manga, such as recent hits like Can’t Stop Cursing You and Your Turn to Die.

From the Red Fog

Demon Lord 2099 (light novel)

Story by Daigo Murasaki
Illustration by Kureta

Fused Era Year 2099—Shinjuku. The dazzling prosperity of this massive city-state conceals a lurid darkness just beneath its surface. It is here—in this megalopolis that represents the pinnacle of human development—where the legendary Demon Lord Veltol makes his second coming. To rule this brave new world, he will have to take hold of the future for himself!

Demon Lord 2099 is a riveting light novel series, filled with cyberpunk action and imaginative illustrations, that combines fantasy and science fiction. It stands out as a rising star in the world of light novels, having already won the prestigious Fantasia Grand Prize in its short time in circulation.

Demon Lord 2099 (light novel)

Chitose-kun Is in the Ramune Bottle

Story by Hiromu
Illustration by raemz

As far as normies go, it’s hard to beat Saku Chitose. The most popular kid in his high school? Check. An ironclad reputation that can even weather vicious online attacks? Check. A group of friends who are as attractive on the outside as they are on the inside? Check. But when a teacher asks Saku to help a student who has been shut away in his room for months reacclimate to school life, his perfect world will never be the same. What is this, some kinda normie harem story?

Chitose-kun Is in the Ramune Bottle is one of the most frequently requested and highly anticipated light novel releases of the year. This romantic comedy series won the Shogakukan Light Novel Award for Excellence in Japan and appeals to fans of school-life stories, such as My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected.

Chitose-kun Is in the Ramune Bottle