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Yen Press Announces Ten Acquisitions at MCM London Comic Con 2026

Posted on October 25, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Yen Press has announced ten acquisitions at the Yen Press Industry Panel that took place at MCM London Comic Con 2026, with new manga, light novel, and audiobook series set to debut in April 2027.

Joining Yen Audio are two new releases (Scarlet and ’Cause I’m Freedom!) that include adaptations of the legendary Mamoru Hosoda’s latest work as well as one of the most fun and quirky concepts for a Yen On light novel series in recent years.

Scarlet

By Mamoru Hosoda

The price of failure is death, but even death will not stand in the way of her vengeance.

Princess Scarlet’s life in the royal palace is turned on its head when her uncle Claudius usurps the throne and executes the king. Forever changed, she vows to take revenge on her father’s enemies—but she fails. When she next opens her eyes, she finds herself in the land of the dead. It is a world of madness where fallen soldiers from across time cause mayhem day in and day out, a wasteland where the injured or weak cease to exist. In this place where hopelessness seems inevitable, Scarlet crosses paths with a man named Hijiri, a registered nurse from present-day Japan. Together they set out on a journey to ensure that her enemies never find salvation.

An animated book cover featuring two characters, a man and a woman, standing together in a dramatic pose with swords. The background shows a colorful sky, and the title 'Scarlet' with the author's name 'Mamoru Hosoda' is displayed at the bottom, with a banner indicating 'COVER NOT FINAL'.

’Cause I’m Freedom!

By Taro Hitsuji
Illustration by Azumi Akitake

THE GUN IS MIGHTIER THAN THE SWORD!

Faye Leonheart is a seventeen-year-old swordfighting prodigy and the heir apparent to the mightiest warrior clan. After three long years, she finally returns from her sword-training pilgrimage…with a magical machine gun in hand?! Promptly disowned by her family with nothing but her beloved firearm for company, this trigger-happy young lady commits herself to studying ancient technology called overgear. After all, who has time for regrets when freedom calls? The world is full of archaic ruins, and Faye is ready to explore them, full-metal style!

Joining Yen On are two new releases (Cross-Dressing Villainess Cecilia Sylvie: Extra Round! and And Thus, the Wizard Noi Garené Became a Bride 100 Years Later) that include a spin-off volume of a fan-favorite romantic comedy series and a compelling new fantasy series.

Cover art for the light novel 'Cause I'm Freedom! featuring a confident female protagonist in a red cloak, wielding weapons, with a small angelic figure hovering beside her.

Cross-Dressing Villainess Cecilia Sylvie: Extra Round!

By Hiroro Akizakura
Illustration by Dangmill

TWO TIMES THE HAPPILY EVER AFTERS!

Cross-Dressing Villainess returns with a collection of short stories set after the original series—plus an alternate story branch! In “Oscar’s Route,” Cecilia and Oscar’s next year at Vleugel Academy is interrupted when they receive an invitation to the wedding of a princess in a neighboring country. Once the royal couples arrives, however, they learn the bride-to-be is threatening to call the whole thing off…because of her crush on Oscar?!

In “Gilbert’s Route,” the narrative follows what would have happened if Cecilia had fallen for Gilbert instead. After the events of Volume 3, Gilbert suddenly leaves the Sylvies for his biological family and pulls out of school for the semester. But when Cecilia attempts to get him to return, he shuts her down completely! To win Gilbert back and finally reveal her feelings, Cecilia must go incognito at a masquerade with ties to Prosper Kingdom’s underworld…

No matter which love interest is your favorite, this extra volume is not to be missed!

Cover illustration of a light novel featuring characters in formal attire with a focus on a blonde girl in the center, surrounded by several male characters. The title includes Japanese text and indicates a theme of cross-dressing as well as an adventurous plot.

And Thus, the Wizard Noi Garené Became a Bride 100 Years Later

By Eiko Mutsuhana

Her apprentice is a marriage-minded Dark Lord?!

Noi Garené is hailed as the greatest wizard in the Kingdom of Ethria, so when the Demon Lord’s vessel turns out to be an orphaned child, who better to take him in? She names the young boy Kaldia, and the days fly by as she teaches him magic, cares for him, and soothes his wounded heart. Meanwhile, Noi tirelessly searches for a way to prevent the Demon Lord’s emergence. When the fateful day finally arrives, she sacrifices her life to save her dear apprentice. The last thing she expected was to open her eyes a hundred years later and find a man who looks startingly like Kaldia proposing to her the moment she wakes up!

Also announced were six new manga series (Secret: Homicide Edition; My Yandere Girlfriend Hiding in the Dungeon Kills Me Over and Over Again; About a Place in the Kinki Region; My Childhood Friend Meows Under the Skirt; Summer Boy Blues; and Is the Hot-Voiced Streamer Into Me?!) that include a premium edition of a dark and gritty tale from Doubt creator Yoshiki Tonogai, manga adaptations of two amazing novels from Yen On, and a handful of great new additions to the ever-growing lineup of Yen Press Boys Love and Girls Love.

Anime-style book cover featuring a girl with long, white hair and teal eyes, dressed in a colorful, ornate outfit. She sits on the ground surrounded by flowers and birds, looking thoughtfully at the viewer. A red banner states 'COVER NOT FINAL'.

Secret: Homicide Edition

By Yoshiki Tonogai

“There are three murderers hiding in your midst.” These ominous words given to the six survivors of a tragic bus accident are followed by an ultimatum: The murderers must anguish over their crimes and find a way to answer for them within one week, or the evidence of their sins will be given to the police. But when every person has a secret, who can you trust…? The thrilling psychological horror manga returns in an all-new deluxe omnibus!

manga cover featuring four students with rabbit masks sitting at desks in a classroom, with a red and black color scheme and the title 'Secret 1' prominently displayed

My Yandere Girlfriend Hiding in the Dungeon Kills Me Over and Over Again

By Eiji Nomura
Original Story by Nikita Kitagawa

Accused of a crime he didn’t commit, Kiska is banished to the deepest reaches of a high-level dungeon with no hope of escape. But when he finds himself on the brink of despair, mere moments away from death at a monster’s hands, he’s given the chance to turn things around—in the form of the skill “Save & Reset!”

Cover art of a manga featuring a young woman with long dark hair, wearing a blue and white outfit, surrounded by chains. The title is displayed in bold pink lettering, with a red banner indicating that it is a not final cover.

About a Place in the Kinki Region

By Tsukasa Usui
Original Story by Sesuji

The “found-footage” novel phenomenon, now in manga form!

After the editor of an occult magazine goes missing while researching the spooky stories surrounding a certain area in the Kinki Region, his friend sets out to follow his footsteps and discover what happened. In the scraps of the old articles, strange fan mail, and far-fetched forum posts he gathers, a disturbing narrative begins to emerge—something really is wrong about a place in the Kinki Region…

Manga cover featuring a girl with a unique facial expression and braided hair, surrounded by Japanese text. The title reads 'About a place in the Kinki region' and includes 'Cover Not Final' at the bottom.

My Childhood Friend Meows Under the Skirt

By Raku Nanahashi
Original Story by Hotori Handa

Miyake has more cats than any other town in Japan, and Ichika is crazy about all of them. If she could be friends with cats, she probably would. Especially since Ichika hasn’t spoken to her childhood friend, Maki, for over a year at this point… After Ichika realizes her and her estranged bestie are now classmates, she becomes determined to rekindle what they once had. But Maki is skittish, withdrawn, and never gives Ichika a chance to get

close—until a magical cat’s curse changes their relationship forever…

Cover art of a manga series featuring two characters with cat ears. One character is sitting and looking up at the other who is leaning down. The cover includes stylized text and cat illustrations, with a 'COVER NOT FINAL' label.

Summer Boy Blues

By Miyako Tono

After getting caught in the act brings their first time together screeching to a halt, Atsushi and Michiru’s relationship is left in ruins—until, by sheer coincidence, they reunite during the summer of their high school entrance exams. Michiru, still wanting nothing more than to forget it ever happened, turns and runs, but Atsushi stops him in his tracks with an all-too-familiar line…

In spite of himself, Michiru finds all his walls being gradually broken down by Atsushi’s charm, though he still can’t escape the heartache he feels from their shared trauma. But even when he stands his ground in wanting to stay separate, Atsushi’s just as set on not letting him go…

Cover illustration for 'Summer Boy Blue' by Miyako Tono, featuring a young man and woman with floral elements. The left side shows the woman with dark hair surrounded by white flowers, while the right side depicts the man with short hair against a backdrop of orange flowers. The text 'COVER NOT FINAL' is visible in the corner.

Is the Hot-Voiced Streamer Into Me?!

By APEKO

Sora Hoshino is a college student who dreams of meeting the perfect top. His favorite source of solace in his hectic student life is listening to a hotshot BL-roleplay ASMR streamer called Sojiro, whose voice and roleplay scenarios are the stuff of his wildest fantasies. One day, Sojiro invites Sora to meetup IRL—and as if that wasn’t enough of a shock, the one Sora finds waiting for him at their meeting place is…!?

Manga cover featuring two male characters with contrasting hair colors, one with black hair and the other with pink hair, both smiling and taking a selfie together. The background includes colorful stars and graphics, with the title displayed prominently.

Anime NYC 2026: Yen Press Announces Nine Acquisitions

Posted on August 22, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

At the “Yen Press Industry Panel” at Anime NYC 2026, Yen Press announced nine acquisitions, adding to a selection of announcements made on social media the day prior.

Among the many announcements, two were light novels joining the Yen On lineup (The Witch’s Conviction, The Beast’s Redemption and ’Cause I’m Freedom!), providing some of the most unique twists to fantasy storytelling for an imprint that prides itself on creative concepts.

The Witch’s Conviction, The Beast’s Redemption

By Yuki Sakai
Illustration by Ao Nekonabe

THE CRUELEST OF ALL BEASTS—HUMANKIND

Leonardo Nix once dreamed of becoming an alchemist. Instead, he’s in a maximum-security prison, languishing in guilt and self-disgust. After all, he admitted to breaking an unspeakable taboo—eating his comrades. Then, not long into his imprisonment, he is suddenly transformed into a hideous monstrosity. He flees the prison as guards sound the alarm, but nowhere is safe for such a terrible beast. And though he doesn’t want to hurt anyone, a dark hunger for human flesh stirs within him. When all hope seems lost, he crosses paths with Elena the witch, who offers to find a way to break his curse! Unfortunately, there’s a catch: As her familiar, he’ll still get blood on his hands…straying even farther from the path of redemption.

The Witch’s Conviction, The Beast’s Redemption

’Cause I’m Freedom!

By Taro Hitsuji
Illustration by Akitake Azumi

THE GUN IS MIGHTIER THAN THE SWORD!

Faye Leonheart is a seventeen-year-old sword-fighting prodigy and the heir apparent to the mightiest warrior clan. After three long years, she finally returns from her sword-training pilgrimage…with a magical machine gun in hand?! Promptly disowned by her family with nothing but her beloved firearm for company, this trigger-happy young lady commits herself to studying ancient technology called overgear. After all, who has time for regrets when freedom calls? The world is full of archaic ruins, and Faye is ready to explore them, full-metal style!

The Yen Press Industry Panel also gave manga fans much to look forward to with seven announcements (Seal My Lips with a Kiss; Übel Blatt II: Knights of the Fallen King; The Gray Exorcist; Interdimensional Memoir; Make It an Eternity; Can I Call You Unnie?; Hot Nights at the Hot Springs, Secret Trip No. 241) that included two of the most highly anticipated romance series fans have been eagerly requesting.

Seal My Lips with a Kiss

By Fudou Fudono

When Kaede misses the last train home from work, she winds up spending the night staying over with her coworker Shiotani, who’s carried a torch for her for two long years. But she’s thrown for a loop when Shiotani asks her to bind his hands—since he can’t promise he won’t assault her otherwise… Just when she does as he asks, they’re interrupted by his roommate, Mizoguchi from sales, coming home! Their only recourse is to hide in the closet, but in that cramped space they have no way to avoid each other…

“If this comes undone…I don’t know what I’ll do…”

Kaede’s never seen this side of her unassuming STEM coworker, but his words and her position at his mercy start to light a fire in her…!

Übel Blatt II: Knights of the Fallen King

By Etorouji Shiono

One year after the battle with Glenn, Köinzell—now serving as Viceroy Ascheriit within the Imperial Army led by Empress Elsaria—is deployed to quell the rebellions that continue to plague the realm. Alongside him, Commander in Chief Geranpen, Chief Consul Aht, and Blatt Meister Ichfeis join forces to defend the Empire and support Elsaria. Through it all, in the remote southern territory of Helenirdo, a resistance group calling themselves the Knights of the Fallen King, who believe in Glenn’s resurrection, begins to move in the shadows. The fates of Köinzell and the Seven Heroes have once again become inextricably intertwined…

Übel Blatt II: Knights of the Fallen King

The Gray Exorcist

By Hachioki Nekono

Seiko is an exorcist working for the Public Safety diviners’ office in a world under attack by man-eating beasts/spirits(??) known as “Twilight.” Every night at the third hour of the ox(?), his work of hunting and banishing the creatures begins. But Seiko has one dark secret: His only remaining family is a Twilight named Kyue, whom he’s harboring in his own home! When the truth comes out to Seiko’s superior officer, however, Seiko’s life turns upside down—because anyone supporting the Twilight becomes branded as a traitor, and the wanted posters of him are just the beginning…

Interdimensional Memoir

By Runta

Tomo has never found a single ounce of meaning or interest in his life in the real world. But his boring childhood gets turned upside down when, on his way home from school, he runs into a naive, childlike creature hailing from…a parallel reality?! This bizarre encounter sends him tumbling down a rabbit hole into a world full of the people and towns beyond his wildest imagination!

Make It an Eternity

By Sato Kanae

Towako is a shut-in who lives a quiet life together with her older brother. But one day, her world is turned upside down when a gaggle of drop-dead handsome hosts suddenly stop by all claiming to be her brother’s friends! Then clothes begin to fly, and the mood gets hot and heavy… What on earth will become of Towako’s peaceful solitude?!

Can I Call You Unnie?

By Alt Hanakage

As a diehard K-pop fan, Natsuki has spent every day in tears since the main vocalist of her favorite girl group retired and vanished from social media. That is, until her coworker hits her with a truth bomb—is Natsuki really going to spend the rest of her life waiting for her idol to come back?! Filled with new energy, Natsuki downloads a dating app. Except the first woman she matches with…looks just like her fave?!

Hot Nights at the Hot Springs, Secret Trip No. 241

By Sonoo Michiru

If there’s one thing middle-aged salarymen Ishida and Kimura love more than each other, it’s a good hot spring. These two have carved out a weekend every month to spend a steamy night together soaking in the rejuvenating waters, carrying on a tradition from their youth. Hidden from their friends and colleagues, their love has simmered quietly as the decades passed. Sure, they both agreed either one could call it off anytime, but for twenty years, they’ve never missed a trip—because the thought of lying in each other’s arms warms them more than any hot spring ever could.

Hot Nights at the Hot Springs, Secret Trip No. 241

Yen Press Wraps Up 2024 with Fourteen New Licenses

Posted on December 16, 2024 by Graphic Policy Team

Wrapping up 2024, Yen Press has announced fourteen new title acquisitions, filled with romance, brave heroes, magical schools, and more.

Releasing in June 2025, this lineup includes eight manga (Sword Art Online Unital Ring, Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian, I Made Friends with the Second Prettiest Girl in My Class, Isekai Samurai, Convenient Semi-Friend, The Heroic Tale of the Villainous Prince, The Hitman Stans, Dara-san of Reiwa), four light novels (Who Killed the Hero?, The Girl Who Wants to Be a Hero and the Girl Who Ought to Be a Hero, This Is the Wizard’s Secret Weapon, Secrets of the Silent Witch (spin-off) -another- Part 1, and one digital exclusive manga (SAILOR ZOMBIE). Additionally, Yen Press announced the release of Lord of Mysteries, a popular Chinese webnovel that will soon be adapted into an animated show.

Sword Art Online Unital Ring, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Reki Kawahara
Art by Masato Kanetsuki
Original Character Design by abec

Orchestrated by genius scientist Akihiko Kayaba, the SAO Incident created a game you couldn’t leave until you beat it. One where death in the game meant death in the real world… Kirito is a survivor of SAO who now spends his time playing the new VRMMORPG Alfheim Online with his old SAO friends, Asuna and Alice. But Kirito soon finds himself caught up in a mysterious game he never expected…

Secrets of the Silent Witch (spin-off) -another- Part 1 (light novel)

By Matsuri Isora
Illustration by Nanna Fujimi

After memorizing his magecraft textbook in a single week, Louis is accepted as a scholarship student at Minerva’s Mage Training Institution. But surrounded by nobles, the rough and rowdy boy from a poor, remote village is treated as a problem child and feared for the way he trounces his opponents in magic battles. And yet Louis still finds teachers he respects and friends he can rely on as he grows into the man who will become a Sage. Learn all about the notorious deeds of the Barrier Mage’s youth in this two-part prequel to Secrets of the Silent Witch.

Secrets of the Silent Witch (spin-off) -another- Part 1

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Sunsunsun
Art by Saho Tenamachi
Original Character Design by Momoko

Alisa Mikhailovna Kujou, nicknamed Alya, is a half-Russian beauty with silver hair, at the top of her class, student council accountant, and completely unapproachable. She’s taken to reprimanding the slacker who sits next to her in class, Masachika Kuze—a geeky, unmotivated, and unexemplary student who couldn’t care less about keeping up his grades. Secretly, Alisa holds a certain fondness for Masachika, only revealed by the occasional Russian muttered under her breath that no one in her class can understand…except Masachika! He eavesdrops on these embarrassing revelations, pretending to be clueless, all the while wondering what her flirtatious comments actually mean!

Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian, Vol. 1

I Made Friends with the Second Prettiest Girl in My Class, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Rin Ono
Original Story by Takata
Art by Azuri Hyuga

Maki Maehara is always on his own at school. He has no friends or hobbies others share, and he doesn’t expect the upcoming academic year to be any different, even surrounded by new faces. And six months later, it seems like he was right—until he runs into his popular classmate Umi Asanagi at a video store! Always at the center of attention and called the “second prettiest in class” by the boys, Asanagi’s from a totally different world. But it turns out the two have more overlapping interests than just the B-grade movies they came to check out…and Asanagi asks Maehara to be her friend!

I Made Friends with the Second Prettiest Girl in My Class, Vol. 1

Isekai Samurai, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Keigo Saito

As the final years of the Sengoku period dwindle away, Ginko, the strongest swordsman of the era, has yet to find a worthy opponent to slake her thirst for a fight to the death. Just when she’s finally lost hope that anyone stronger than her exists, she gets transported to another world! And the first thing Ginko sees there is—a dragon?!

Convenient Semi-Friend, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Minori Chigusa

“What if we became friends with benefits…?” Suuna, a gloomy high school student, leaves home to live in a dorm. But when she nervously enters her room, she finds her roommate, Ruka, feeling up another girl! She finds out Ruka needs a “friend with benefits,” so Suuna takes charge and proposes they form a “(semi) friends with benefits” contract…?

The Heroic Tale of the Villainous Prince, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Hirosaki
Original Story by Ryu Hidari
Art by Hana Amano

As the only royal with pitch-black hair and eyes, Prince Alfred is the literal black sheep of his family. But one day, he happens to see his older brother Leor, the crown prince, publicly breaking off his engagement to his fiancée, Charlotte. To rescue Charlotte from the false accusations being hurled at her, Alfred puts himself in harm’s way instead. With that, everything is resolved…or is it?

The Heroic Tale of the Villainous Prince, Vol. 1

The Hitman Stans, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Rintarou Ohshima

Meet “the Killing Machine” Owaru Endou: the cold-blooded and strongest hitman of a massive underworld organization, who has decided to retire out of the blue. His reason? To stan his favorite underground idol with his head held high! But old habits die hard, especially for a man whose hands are stained with blood. Can Owaru truly shed his identity to live the ultimate fan life of concerts, meet and greets, and picture lotteries—even when his past comes knocking?

Dara-san of Reiwa, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Haruomi Tomotsuka

Clouds blacken the sky and sheets of rain turn the mountain forest into a treacherous maze… A landslide crushes a razor wire fence, and buries a “NO TRESPASSING” sign… Two young siblings wander into a dark world where they do not belong, and a long, horrid shadow rears up to meet them— Anyway, so that’s how we met Dara-san! She might look kinda scary, but just wait until you get to know her!

“Look, I’m a god of misfortune, okay!? Aren’t you kids gonna freak out about my grotesque visage!?”

Who Killed the Hero?, Vol. 1 (light novel)

By Daken
Illustrated by toi8

Four years have passed since the Demon Lord was defeated. The kingdom, now at peace, has undertaken the task of compiling the many great deeds of the fallen Hero, interviewing the members of his former party: Leon the Sword Saint, Maria the Holy Maiden, and Solon the Sage. Yet in between their tales of the Hero’s past and their adventures together, the truth about his death slowly comes to light. Who killed the Hero? The Demon Lord? …Or his comrades?

The Girl Who Wants to Be a Hero and the Girl Who Ought to Be a Hero, Vol. 1 (light novel)

By Inori
Illustrated by Akamoku

After the Great Human-Demon War comes to a close, humans use a magical device known as the Gear to found the Hero Institute, a school for raising a new kind of hero. Ruchika, a wild and reckless demon girl, travels to the city in the hopes of joining the institute. There she meets Leonie, the serious-minded daughter of the Almighty Hero who defeated the Demon Lord. Taking a liking to her immediately, Ruchika proposes—right in the middle of their entrance exam! Do these two girls have what it takes to become heroes? And can love bloom between a human and a demon?

The Girl Who Wants to Be a Hero and the Girl Who Ought to Be a Hero, Vol. 1

This Is the Wizard’s Secret Weapon, Vol. 1 (light novel)

By Taro Hitsuji
Illustrated by Kurone Mishima

On a bloody battlefield, the master swordsman Rix finally gives in to his deep-seated dislike for warfare. So he fakes his own death to go into retirement! He starts fresh by entering a magic school…despite his magical aptitude being zero. However, alongside the scholarship student Shino, he’s ready to work hard. Even her cold attitude doesn’t discourage him! Using his swordsmanship prowess, he overpowers his magic-wielding peers—inadvertently smashing through anything that’s common practice at magic school. In the process, his skills catch the eye of the Imperial princess. She tries to recruit him into the army, but he shoots her down. He doesn’t want to be the strongest—all he wants is to live a peaceful and enjoyable life!

This Is the Wizard’s Secret Weapon, Vol. 1

SAILOR ZOMBIE, Vol. 1 (digital manga)

By Jiji & Pinch
Art by Isshin Inudo

Two months have passed since the world was overrun by zombies. High schooler Maiko Inui, a girl who longs to become an idol, finds refuge in Fujimi Girls’ High School, where the surviving students reside. When hordes of zombies mercilessly attack the girls, how will Maiko and her friends fight back?! Horror meets harmony in this vibrant tale where heroes don’t wear capes…but sailor suits instead!

Lord of Mysteries, Vol. 1 (novel)

By Yuan Ye

Through the storm of steam and machinery, who can achieve the extraordinary? In the mist of history and darkness, who whispers to me? When I woke up from the haze of mystery, I found myself in a world of guns, cannons, giant ships, airships, difference engines, potions, divination, curses, hanged men, and sealed artifacts.

But the light still shines between it all, and the mystery is never more than two steps away. This is the legend of the Fool.

Yen Press Acquires Seven New Titles for August 2020

Posted on March 6, 2020 by Graphic Policy Team

Yen Press has announced its latest acquisitions today, including a novel adaptation of Makoto Shinkai’s The Garden of Words, the Konosuba light novel spinoff Konosuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World! Bonus Story: We are the Megumin Bandits and five manga series: Last Round Arthurs, Majo Raba Majo Reba, Yoshi no Zuikara: The Frog in the Well Does Not Know the Ocean, ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Department P.S. and Puella Magi Madoka Magica Omnibus Edition. All seven titles will release in August 2020.

The Garden of Words

Story by Makoto Shinkai

From director Makoto Shinkai comes the novel adaptation of his award-winning 2013 film Garden of Words, a moody drama about two lonely souls who meet in the garden of Shinjuku during rainy season and help each other “learn to walk again” in life.

From Makoto Shinkai, the prolific storyteller responsible for critically-acclaimed films such as your name. and Weathering With You, comes a novel adaptation of The Garden of Words, a visually stunning and touching film from 2013 that is currently streaming on Netflix.

Konosuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World! Bonus Story: We are the Megumin Bandits

Story by Natsume Akatsuki
Illustration by Kasumi Morino

The right magic words can stir a person’s soul. For Megumin, those words are “vigilante justice.” Join everyone’s favorite one-trick wizard, as well as Iris the Headstrong, Cecily the Problematic, and Yunyun…as they get a taste of the righteous bandit lifestyle! Evil aristocrats beware!

“For the sake of justice, there’s no line I won’t cross! No criminal act I won’t commit!”

An ongoing bonus series that ties into the light novel spinoff Konosuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World!, which features the beloved arch-wizard Megumin as the protagonist, Konosuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World! Bonus Story: We are the Megumin Bandits is a laugh-out-loud series filled with vigilante justice and plenty of Megumin!

Konosuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World! Bonus Story: We are the Megumin Bandits

Last Round Arthurs

Story by Taro Hitsuji
Art by Yuzuriha
Original Illustration by Kiyotaka Haimura

In all honesty, Rintarou’s life is boring as hell. If you ask him, he was born into this world with too much talent. Everything goes too according to plan. His way of having fun? Joining forces with the weakest candidate, Luna Artur, in the upcoming battle to become King Arthur’s successor—and save the world from impending doom.

The only problem? She’s the scummiest of scum, pawning off her sacred sword and forcing her knight, Sir Kay, into some seriously skeevy cosplays! Or so he thinks—until a close encounter with death, when her true power astonishes all. Make way for an unexpected take on the age-old legends of King Arthur!

A manga adaptation of the Last Round Arthurs light novel series by Taro Hitsuji, the writer of Akashic Records of Bastard Magic Instructor. The first volume of the Last Round Arthurs light novel is currently available from Yen Press.

Majo Raba Majo Reba

Story and Art by Sakurai Ato

Haruka Kuse sees Maruna Rinjou as his savior—he owes his life to her blood transfusion, after all. But what he never knew is that she’s actually a witch! Haruka wants to repay the favor somehow, and the answer is…crossdressing to help Maruna pass her magic exams?!

Ato Sakurai, author of Today’s Cerberus, brings a fiery new magical romance! Combining cute artwork with a hilarious hijinks, Majo Raba Majo Reba is a must-read for fans of shonen comedy.

Yoshi no Zuikara: The Frog in the Well Does Not Know the Ocean

Story and Art by Yoshino Satsuki

A new story about one man’s creative struggles arrives courtesy of Satsuki Yoshino, author of Barakamon! Can a ten-year manga artist with experience only in the fantasy genre pivot to drawing a down-to-Earth story about regular folks? It’s sink-or-swim for Naruhiko Toono and his career!

From Satsuki Yoshino, creator of Barakamon and Handa-kun, comes a new series involving the subject of mangaka and the artistic process. The series stands out as an intriguing read for fans of slice-of-life stories as well as fans of series focusing on the manga industry, such as Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun and Bakuman.

Yoshi no Zuikara: The Frog in the Well Does Not Know the Ocean

ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Department P.S.

Story and Art by Natsume Ono

Dive back into Natsume Ono’s world of clandestine intrigue and delectable eats! This spin-off puts the spotlight on the supporting characters seen throughout the original series—including the five chief officers of ACCA, Nino, and Mauve! Discover closely guarded secrets, hidden thoughts, and true feelings in the Dowa Kingdom.

A two-volume spin-off of Natsume Ono’s ACCA 13-Territory Inspection Department, a sophisticated tale of espionage that was adapted into an anime in 2017. All six volumes of the original ACCA 13-Territory Inspection Department manga are available from Yen Press.

ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Department P.S.

Puella Magi Madoka Magica Omnibus Edition

Story by Magica Quartet
Art by Hanokage

When a new girl joins her class, Madoka Kaname feels she recognizes the mysterious, dark-haired transfer student from one of her dreams…a dream where she is approached by a cat-like creature who offers Madoka an opportunity to change destiny. Madoka had always thought magic was the stuff of fantasy…until she sees the transfer student fighting with the very cat-being from her dream! And just like in Madoka’s dream, the cat gives her a choice: Will Madoka become a Puella Magi in exchange for her dearest desire? What will be the cost of having her wish come true?

A collection of the three-volume Puella Magi Madoka Magica manga series published by Yen Press into a single omnibus volume. Puella Magi Madoka Magica retells the story of the iconic animated series from Gen Urobuchi, a series which has stood out as one of the most beloved anime of the past decade.

Puella Magi Madoka Magica Omnibus Edition