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If you like romance and shojo, this month is for you—so many good romances are coming out. I’ve also added a few yuri titles this time too.
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Manga & Manhwa
Action, Adventure, & Fantasy
May 14th, 2024: Mr. Villain’s Day Off 04
One evil supervillain spends most of his time hatching nefarious plots to take over the world—but on his days off, nothing gets between him and the cute pandas he adores! This fresh, charming comedy series answers the age-old question of what a villain does off the clock!
For the man known as the General in the Evil League that plans to invade Earth, every day is full of rigorous battles of life and death as he fends off the planet’s Defense Forces. However, on his day off, there shall be no battles for him—instead, he’ll be venturing forth into town in search of wonderful things that will heal his overworked heart! No matter how stressful his day job as a nefarious villain is, new encounters await…
The mysterious and dastardly man known only as the General within the evil organization plotting to take over the world is one of the top targets of Earth’s defensive unit, the Rangers. But on his precious days off, he’s more likely to be at the local zoo staring at his beloved pandas or trying out new ice cream flavors! Will his secret hobbies be jeopardized forever when his natural enemy—a Ranger hero out to save the Earth—catches him in the act?
May 21st, 2024: The Perks of Being an S-Class Heroine, Vol. 1
From cooking to alchemy to even brewing tea, Ailette Rodeline is a certifiable child prodigy―but she’s got a secret weapon on her side: she’s a transmigrator! Having purchased an insurance package at the moment of her untimely death, Ailette has the perks of a top-tier support system and item shop to fall back on…and she’s going to need all the help she can get! Will Ailette be able to survive in the world of a notoriously brutal time-loop novel or will she rise to the challenge and prove herself to be an S-class heroine?
May 21st, 2024: The Villainess Turns the Hourglass, Vol. 3
Amidst the feelings of self-doubt and helplessness caused by Oscar’s sudden betrayal, Aria discovers that it was Lady Isis who was pulling the strings all along. Although Aria failed to win Oscar over in the end, she received a sudden invitation to the gathering of intellectuals from the mysterious Asher, whose intentions remain unclear and suspicious at best. Though it piques her interest, can she really trust Lord Asher?
TURN BACK THE SANDS OF TIME… The vile Aria Roscent is sentenced to execution for her cruel and vicious misdeeds against her angelic half sister, Mielle. Even Aria herself believes it’s what she deserves―until Mielle gleefully reveals that she was the true mastermind all along. The helpless Aria makes a final, fervent wish for a chance to redo everything just as the blade swings down…and snaps to attention at the dining room table as her fourteen-year-old self! Armed with knowledge of what’s to come, Aria’s ready to turn the tables on Mielle!
May 21st, 2024: The Star Seekers, Vol. 3
After all awakening to their magical abilities, the boys have agreed to train their newly awakened magical abilities under the Dragon Sect while resuming their idol activities. However, Soule’s visions seem to indicate that the Dragon Sect hasn’t been entirely truthful in their explanation of the Dragon of the End. Just what is it the Dragon Sect wants from the Boys of Destiny?
In an age when magic idols reign supreme, Star One is just an ordinary, run-of-the-mill, Tier-Two boy band at best. Though the five members have been giving it their all for the past three years, their lack of magic remains a hopelessly insurmountable wall, and with their company turning its back on them, it seems to be the end of the road for their careers. Just when things can’t get any worse, a sudden attack during a performance puts their lives in danger―until leader Soule unleashes newfound powers! Will this finally be the big break the group was hoping for?
May 21st, 2024: Unholy Blood Vol. 2
Hell-bent on revenge, Hayan tracks down Father Michael’s killer to the Red Bomb Club―the base for one of the angels of death, Luci. Alone, Hayan effortlessly unleashes her wrath on his half-blood army, but Luci himself? He’s a different story. Having been given the blood of a pureblood vampire called “God,” Luci is more powerful than any enemy Hayan has faced before…but Hayan is no easy prey herself, and she’s determined to protect her siblings and get rid of the threat, once and for all. There’s just one small hitch―detective Euntae has caught wind of her raid, and he’s headed straight over to arrest her!
COLD-BLOODED KILLERS MEET HOT-BLOODED REVENGE All pureblood vampire Hayan Park wanted was a normal life. But the emergence of murderous vampire-human hybrids ten years ago transformed the world into a dangerous place―forcing her to lie low, desperate to keep her secret hidden. When a beloved professor of hers is murdered, though, and a local police captain aims his suspicion at Hayan, things start getting personal. Using her true powers may be the only way to protect those around her…and her own life!
May 21st, 2024: The World After the Fall, Vol. 6
Despite all the setbacks, preparations for Jaehwan’s Abyss Expedition are finally complete! But before they can set out, they must raid the Recovery Palace to prevent an invasion from the Great Realm during their absence. Though Jaehwan’s group has trained for this moment, they find themselves facing enemies far beyond what they could have imagined. And to make matters worse, there’s a dream demon working with the opposition…
One day, without warning, gargantuan towers appear around the globe. Humanity’s surprise and puzzlement soon turn to panic and terror, as swarms of horrific monsters descend upon the world to wreak havoc. Mankind’s only hope for survival rests on Jaehwan and his fellow Tower Walkers, who are tasked with one mission―Climb to the top. …Or so they believed. Jaehwan begins to sense that things are not what they seem, and he must trust no one but himself. As webs of deception threaten to ensnare him at every turn, can Jaehwan reach Floor 100 and finally uncover the truth?
Romance
May 7th, 2024: You and I Are Polar Opposites, Vol. 1
When it comes to romance, opposites really do attract!
Miyu Suzuki is a bright and bubbly high schooler who’s got a crush. There’s just one little problem—when it comes to personality, the guy she’s into is her polar opposite!
Suzuki’s a high school girl in love, but the guy she’s fallen for is nothing like her! While she’s cheerful, outgoing, and always trying to fit in, her classmate Yusuke Tani is stoic, quiet, and doesn’t seem to care what people think of him. Will Suzuki be able to overcome her anxieties and ask him out, or will she discover that opposites really don’t attract?
May 7th, 2024: What He Who Doesn’t Believe in Fate Says Vol. 4
INCHING CLOSER TO A KISS
Yuka and Kosuke are finally dating. Unfortunately, she’s too shy to even hold his hand, nevermind anything beyond that. A month has passed without a kiss, so Yuka runs to her friend Yukiho for dating advice. She’s gonna make a romantic atmosphere, no matter what!
In this romance with a supernatural edge, a guy who can see the fated ties between soulmates falls for a woman who’s destined to be with someone else…or is she?
The “red string of fate” that appears throughout this black-and-white manga will be spot-printed in vivid color!
Kosuke can see the “red string of fate” that connects soulmates. Unfortunately, he’s fallen in love with Yuka and her string clearly doesn’t lead to him. He hides his feelings for her, until one day a fortune teller lets Yuka know her destined lover is nearby–and she thinks it’s Kosuke! Could this finally be the windfall for Kosuke’s unrequited love? Can he stop destiny?!
May 7th, 2024: 365 Days to the Wedding Vol. 3
MEETING THE FAMILY TO STAY OUT OF SIBERIA
It was inevitable that Honjouji Rika would end up meeting Takuya’s family if they were to continue with their fake engagement plan, but nothing could have prepared her for the excitable Oohara lot! The two arrive in Kumamoto, intent on coming clean, but is that really so easy? And why is it that meeting Takuya’s beautiful and peppy childhood friend has Rika feeling so glum? Can the fake couple convince the Ooharas that they’re really not betrothed? Can they even convince themselves?
Inspired the TV Drama Map for the Wedding and an Anime Adaptation!
A sweet “fake engagement” romance about quiet coworkers by the creator of The World God Only Knows–inspired the anime and the live-action drama Map for The Wedding!
The J.T.C. travel agency is looking for someone to manage its brand-new branch in Irkutsk. But for employees Oohara Takuya and Honjouji Rika, they’d rather just stay home in Tokyo! Thankfully, they’ve discovered a way out—their manager has narrowed down the recruits to bachelors, so what if they just…got married? The problem is they barely know each other at all! Can they convince their office they’re engaged just long enough for the transfer to finish up?
May 7th, 2024: Wolf Girl and Black Prince, Vol. 7
High school girl Erika may be on Kyoya’s leash, but she’s determined to break free and unleash his heart!
Fed up with being hopelessly single, high schooler Erika makes up a boyfriend to fit in. When her lies start to unravel, her schoolmate Kyoya offers to be her pretend boyfriend—for a price. With no other choice, Erika finds herself at the mercy of a blackhearted prince! But is Kyoya truly as blackhearted as he seems?
Kyoya goes full sadist mode when he’s tasked with tutoring Erika’s little cousin Lena, a headstrong, smart-aleck middle schooler. But Lena appreciates Kyoya’s tough love approach, and later, when he saves her from a scrape in a bookstore, she suddenly finds herself head over heels! How will Kyoya and Erika get out of this one?!
Fed up with her friends’ constant bragging about their boyfriends, high school student Erika Shinohara decides to make up one of her own. When her lie starts unraveling at the seams, her charming schoolmate Kyoya Sata agrees to be her pretend boyfriend, seemingly saving her reputation. She won’t get off that easy, however, as she soon discovers her white knight is actually a blackhearted prince! Now Erika must be at his beck and call or risk her lie being exposed. But is Kyoya really as blackhearted as he seems?
May 7th, 2024: Gazing at the Star Next Door 2
What do you do when your best friend (and secret crush) becomes a national sweetheart? This story of unrequited love between a girl and her best friend, whose acting career is pulling him further and further away, is perfect for fans of In the Clear Moonlit Dusk and Kimi ni Todoke.
Chiaki is a pretty normal teenage girl. Since they were kids, she’s had a thing for her best friend Subaru–who’s fast becoming the hottest young actor in Japan! With Subaru threatening to slip away, Chiaki has a decision to make: Will she finally take her shot, or give Subaru up to his adoring public?
May 7th, 2024: Anyway, I’m Falling In Love With You. 2
Just as Mizuho truly considers what Kizuki means to her, her long-admired Saito-sempai professes his feelings! With her system overloaded by new and conflicting emotions, Mizuho comes down with a fever. Her childhood friends are eager to help, but soon realize they have their own tumultuous feelings to face.
What does it mean to “love” someone?
Romance stands up to a global pandemic in this series about how to maintain the hopes and joys of high school life when everything is upended. But romance is resilient, and crushes and confessions flourish among Mizuha’s friends. A brand-new school love story from the author of I Fell in Love After School!
Love in the time of COVID-19? This new series pits the the crushes, nostalgia, and friendship of shojo manga against a crushing pandemic. Can it be that a determined high school girl is more resilient than anyone expected? Guaranteed to delight fans of popular romance comics like Komi Can’t Communicate and Skip and Loafer.
It’s 2020, and Mizuha’s seventeenth birthday is the pits. Her dad forgot, the sempai she likes isn’t interested, and her social calendar is getting cleared out by a mysterious virus. But when her longtime childhood friend asks her out, Mizuha has to sort out what this change could mean. And her feelings may not be the only ones changing…!
May 7th, 2024: My Special One, Vol. 6
A girl who has sworn off beautiful boys meets a gorgeous pop star determined to win her heart!
After a mortifying rejection, Sahoko Wakaume has sworn off beautiful boys. But a chance meeting puts her in the sights of gorgeous J-pop star Kouta Kirigaya of the group Like Legend. Sahoko will need all her cynicism to defend herself against Kouta’s tenderhearted and affectionate attacks to win her heart!
Actress Emika Nanase is in love with idol Kanato, but she’s stuck in the friend zone! When the perfect opportunity comes along—a chance to costar with Kanato in a TV drama—she does her best to bring the two of them closer together. But being a top-notch actress doesn’t help her avoid being a total mess when she’s around her crush!
After a mortifying rejection, Sahoko Wakaume has sworn off beautiful boys. But a chance meeting puts her in the sights of gorgeous J-pop star Kouta Kirigaya of the group Like Legend. Sahoko will need all her cynicism to defend herself against Kouta’s tenderhearted and affectionate attacks to win her heart!
Sahoko tells off the nation’s top idol, Kouta, in her family’s restaurant for assuming that she’s his fan. Instead of being cowed by his mistake, Kouta comes in the following day with albums and VIP tickets to Like Legend’s next concert. Can Sahoko withstand his shining onslaught to charm her?
May 7th, 2024: Like a Butterfly, Vol. 6
Would you rather wait for love like a flower, or fly toward love like a butterfly?
Suiren Shibazeki is often compared to a beautiful flower—but one that grows on the tallest peak of a mountain, forever out of reach. When Suiren develops feelings for the quiet Taichi Kawasumi, however, she doesn’t want to be a distant flower. She’d rather leave her lofty perch and fly toward him like a butterfly.
Suiren and Kawasumi are finally going on their first date! Unfortunately, neither one of them is quite sure what they’re supposed to do on one. Their day out together takes an upsetting turn, and now that Suiren finds herself hiding an embarrassing secret, will things go from bad to worse if Kawasumi finds out what it is?
Suiren Shibazeki is often compared to a beautiful flower—but one that grows on the tallest peak of a mountain, forever out of reach. When Suiren develops feelings for the quiet Taichi Kawasumi, however, she doesn’t want to be a distant flower. She’d rather leave her lofty perch and fly toward him like a butterfly.
After Kawasumi rescues her from an unwelcome admirer, Suiren finds herself captivated by him. However, Suiren is too shy to speak to anyone, much less this reserved karate boy. What’s more, Suiren isn’t the only one interested in Kawasumi. Will a class trip offer the opportunity to reveal her feelings before it’s too late?
May 14th, 2024: Ladies on Top Vol. 6
SHE’S GOT HIM PEGGED (omg lolololol)
Shinomiya has made his decision. When the beautiful morning dusk floods into their hotel room, when he and Mitsuki welcome the blissful morning together…he’s going to pop the question. Mitsuki has a sneaking suspicion of what’s coming, but she decides to let Shinomiya take the lead, until she just can’t wait any longer! The story of two lovers who won’t be bound by traditional roles or other peoples’ opinions reaches its climax in this final volume!
Mizuki looks like an ordinary office lady — cute, quiet, and looking for Mr. Right — but while she yearns for love, traditional romances where men take the lead just leave her cold. Then, at the age of 24, Mizuki discovers Shinomiya, a seemingly perfect co-worker who likes aggressive women, and she experiences a fiery awakening. Together, Mizuki and Shinomiya learn that reversing traditional gender roles can be both liberating and exciting!
May 14th, 2024: My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999 Volume 1
Sometimes love is like an endgame boss.
College student Akane has just been dumped by her boyfriend. Heartbroken, she decides to quit the online RPG they used to play together—but instead of deleting her account, she logs in and battles low-level enemies to relieve her stress and hurt feelings. There she meets Yamada, an elite pro gamer so reclusive that Akane can’t decide if he’s awkward or alluring.
When Akane encounters her ex at a gaming convention, she makes the snap decision to pretend Yamada is her boyfriend, and soon the two of them are spending time together both in the game and in real life. The problem is, Yamada is only interested in the game. As Akane’s feelings grow, will Yamada’s focus shift?
May 14th, 2024: A Sign of Affection 8
Yuki is a typical college student–it’s just that she can’t hear. A chance encounter on a train leads to a serious crush…but will he give her a chance? A sweet and relatable manga romance from the creator of Shortcake Cake!
“There are still parts of me-words, faces-that I’ve never shown you…”
Emma’s relentless pursuit of Itsuomi has hit a wall, and Shin is left to pick up the pieces, if Emma will let him. Meanwhile, Oushi-kun’s sudden confession makes Yuki anxious about Itsuomi’s feelings. Just as the two seem to have their respective third wheels under control, Itsuomi makes a stunning suggestion: Will Yuki come and live with him? It takes courage for Yuki to admit why she’s hesitant. But the clock is ticking down to Itsuomi’s graduation, and his trip abroad. Yuki decides to overcome her fears of being a burden and accept. What new tensions will this bring into their relationship?
Yuki is a college student who’s into friends and fashion. She’s also deaf. A chance meeting on a train leads to a serious crush… but can it grow into something more? A sweet and touching manga romance from the creator of Shortcake Cake!
Yuki, who’s always been deaf, is used to communicating with sign language and her phone. But she’s not used to English, so when a tourist from overseas asks for directions, she nearly panics…until a handsome stranger steps in to help. His name is Itsuomi, and it turns out he’s a friend of a friend. A charismatic globetrotter, Itsuomi speaks three languages, but he’s never had a deaf friend. The two feel drawn to each other and plan a date on a romantic winter’s night…but Yuki’s friend is afraid that she might be setting herself up to get hurt. Could this be something real? Or will these feelings melt away with the snow?
May 14th, 2024: Sakura, Saku, Vol. 3
The bud of bittersweet first love takes bloom!
A mysterious boy comes to Saku Fujigaya’s rescue when she falls ill on a train, but he leaves before she can thank him. After this experience, Saku never ignores strangers in need of help to emulate the boy who helped her.
Now that Saku realizes she’s in love with Haruki, she finds her heart racing for a new reason every day—until Haruki and Kotono start pretending to be a couple to protect Kotono from her ex-boyfriend. Then the blunt-speaking Iryu gets involved in Saku’s life, causing even more trouble!
A mysterious boy comes to Saku Fujigaya’s rescue when she falls ill on a train, but he leaves before she can thank him. After this experience, Saku never ignores strangers in need of help to emulate the boy who helped her.
Saku Fujigaya would like to thank the boy who helped her, but all she has is a note signed “Ryosuke Sakura.” She discovers that a boy at her high school, Haruki Sakura, has an older brother named Ryosuke. She asks Haruki to deliver her thank-you letter to Ryosuke, but why does he refuse?
May 21st, 2024: Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You 02
An overworked salaryman and a mischievous cashier form an unexpected bond when they light up together!
After the stress of a medical misdiagnosis, Sasaki resumes his strange yet calming nighttime smokes with Tayama. Yet he’s still unaware that Tayama and Yamada, his therapeutic idol, are the same woman! Sasaki and Yamada are merely customer and cashier inside the store, but as more quirky supermarket employees enter the mix, will Sasaki’s relationship with Tayama begin to change?
At age forty-five, office worker Sasaki has had enough of the corporate grind. His only solace is smoking—and the friendly smile of supermarket cashier Yamada. When Sasaki can’t find Yamada after a particularly trying day, a striking woman invites him to smoke with her. The despondent man thinks he’s made a new smoking buddy in the cool, teasing Tayama, but Sasaki doesn’t realize he already knows her!
May 21st, 2024: What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim? Vol. 4
Now that she’s found Sungyeon again, Miso feels that she can finally put a close to her childhood trauma―except the details of that day just don’t seem to add up. Just what truly happened that day all those years ago, and is Sungyeon really the boy she’s been looking for?
Star secretary Miso Kim has been by vice-chairman Youngjun Lee’s side through thick and thin for nine years…until she suddenly quits! Her unexpected declaration throws Youngjun for a loop. After all, what more could she want in life to abandon an excellent job working for a boss like him? So when Miso reveals she’s leaving to finally live her own life and find love, he sets out to prove that he’s the ultimate catch—whatever it takes to convince her to stay!
May 21st, 2024: A Business Proposal, Vol. 5
The big day is finally here. Taemu takes Hari to meet his grandfather and receive his blessing…only to be met with stone-cold rejection from the stubborn old timer. But Hari has no intention of giving up. Fishing, hiking, watching dramas―if it means getting on his good side, she’ll do it all! Meanwhile, Sunghoon faces a crisis of his own when Yeongsuh’s father confronts the secretary who dares date his daughter…
A PROPOSAL OF A LIFETIME Hari Shin has officially hit rock bottom. After being worked to the bone at her office job, meeting her long time crush’s girlfriend, and helping to pay off her family’s debt, she’s 0 for 3 with work, love, and money. Luckily, her friend Yeongsuh has a business proposal for her: go on an arranged date in her stead, and Hari will receive a hefty compensation. Things grow complicated, however, when the other party turns out to be her new CEO-and he’s got a proposal of his own!
May 21st, 2024: Skip and Loafer Vol. 9
SEIZE THE SUMMER!
It’s the second-years’ last shot at a proper summer vacation before third-year responsibilities kick in, and what better way to spend it than by living it up in the country? Mitsumi and the gang are Ikajima-bound, and chilling with Mitsumi’s family might be just what it takes to bring hidden feelings to light!
The award-winning romantic comedy about a country girl chasing her dreams in Tokyo–and don’t miss the anime!
Mitsumi is bound for high school in Tokyo! She’s got book smarts, but this small-town girl is about to find out she’s massively unprepared for the social norms of big city high schoolers.
May 28th, 2024: Stray Cat & Wolf, Vol. 3
Tamaki’s and Rou’s shared rooming situation has been going swimmingly. They’re finally starting to get pretty cozy…until the day Tamaki gets a call that her grandmother has collapsed. Driven to visit her only remaining living relative, she returns to Kanaogi Village to check on her. Soon after she arrives, though, a shocking truth is revealed…!
When life gives you lemons and then you wake up in a hot guy’s house… Tamaki Mishina was getting out. Escaping from the tiny village where everyone loathed her for things beyond her control, especially since her dad-her last tie to the town-had recently passed away. That’s why she applied to a high school in Tokyo in the first place. But then she got sent packing from her boardinghouse, woke up in Mr. Playboy Punk Rocker’s apartment, and just kinda stayed there because she didn’t have anywhere else to go. Too bad Rou keeps trying to kick her out because he’s pretty sure she doesn’t understand what it really means to live with a guy…
Historical/Fantasy Romance
May 7th, 2024: True Love Fades Away When the Contract Ends Vol. 1
In this romantic shojo/josei period drama, a noblewoman and nobleman pretend to be in love to avoid getting married! And don’t miss the light novel version, also from Seven Seas.
Fiona Clayburn, a headstrong young noblewoman with a passion for art, has no interest in succumbing to the arranged marriage her father plans for her. Getting married would require her to quit her job at her uncle’s art gallery and forsake her independent lifestyle. A fateful meeting with Giles Bancroft, an aloof young man and heir to the earl, presents a way out. Giles, like Fiona, wants nothing more than to stay single, so together, they hatch a scheme to achieve their common goal of avoiding marriage: pretend to be destined lovers!
May 7th, 2024: This Reincarnated Cross-Dressing Princess Won’t Be Looking for a Fiancé
One day, Princess Alicia, who cross-dresses to attend the male only Magic Academy, realizes that the world she is currently in is the setting of the BL novel she was reading in her previous life.
Her purpose at the academy is to get married to one of the candidates her mother has prepared for her, so that she can avoid a political arranged marriage. However, all the candidates are members of the novel’s protagonist’s harem. Close to giving up hope, she’s spotted by a man she’d never heard of… a new character in the story! The handsome summoner Lucius demands her hand, and before she knew it, Alicia was falling for him!
May 7th, 2024: In the Name of the Mermaid Princess, Vol. 2
In a society hostile to diversity, can Princess Mio be true to herself?
In the classic fairy tale, a mermaid princess gives up her special abilities for love. What happens if she doesn’t?
Mio and Yuri flee her father’s kingdom to explore the world, making new friends and possible enemies along the way. Mio learns about the other magical abilities and begins to use her magic to help others. But when Yuri is threatened, she loses control of her power over water! Is it true that mermaids are a menace to society after all…?
Plus, the story of winged angel Eno and Ayun concludes!
In the classic fairy tale, a mermaid princess gives up her special abilities for love. What happens if she doesn’t?
Princess Mio is betrothed to Prince Chika. However, they’ve never met, and he doesn’t know her secret—she’s a mermaid! When her tutor, Yuri, takes her out of the castle to meet her subjects, Mio begins to accept her true self. But Yuri has a secret too… And when Mio tells her father, the king, she wants to live life openly as a mermaid, he punishes her. How can she stay true to herself?
Plus, a bonus story about a royal subject with wings!
May 21st, 2024: Maiden of the Needle, Vol. 3
Yui has displayed her formidable blessweaving ability, and is now the head of House Nuir. Yui reads through the contract with the spiders formed long ago by the house’s founder, which she plans to rewrite. To her surprise, it’s written in a language that only Yui, who came from another world, should be able to read!
Yui is a teenage seamstress who was reincarnated into a noble family, the Nuir. With her impeccable needlework and rare ability to see fairies, Yui is nothing short of a prodigy. There’s just one problem—she has no talent for blessweaving, the magical sewing technique exclusive to those of Nuir blood! Deemed worthless by her parents, Yui is trapped in a tragic and lonely cycle of abuse… until she’s hired by a dashing new master who encourages her to reach her full potential. It turns out Yui still has a lot to learn about her special gifts, her vengeful family, and the world of the nobility!
Savage Garden Omnibus, Vol. 3
When “Gabriel” unexpectedly becomes the reason for an argument between Arron and Marianne, one of the trio begins a quest towards starting a new life. That same night, a tragic accident occurs on the estate. Meanwhile, Euan has an unusual proposal for his father, which the patriarch of the Kensington family may be forced to accept…
Savage Garden is a shojo fantasy that carries an eerie and mysterious ambiance, with captivating characters and an art style that perfectly portrays the period setting. A dark, gender-bending tale with a romantic triangle that will keep you intrigued ‘til the end. Collecting the final three Korean volumes ―volumes 5, 6, and 7― into English for the first time.
In 18th century England, Gabriel, an orphan girl from a fallen noble family befriends a young man named Jeremy, who was rumored to be an illegitimate child of a nobleman. After an incident occurs, Gabriel must impersonate her friend Jeremy, taking his place at an all boys academy for nobles, a place that may seem like heaven to others, but in reality hides a harshness and brutality which she could never have imagined.
Savage Garden is a shojo fantasy that carries an eerie and mysterious ambiance, with captivating characters and an art style that perfectly portraits the period setting. A dark, gender bending tale with a romantic triangle that will keep you intrigued til the end. Collecting the first two Korean volumes into English for the first time.
Yuri
May 7th, 2024: I’m in Love with the Villainess (Manga) Vol. 6
TREACHERY ON THE HIGH SEAS!
Rae is delighted when Claire decides to spend summer vacation in Rae’s hometown of Euclid. She’s extra delighted when she gets to see Claire in a swimsuit! But their fun is cut short when a ghost ship drifts into the harbor crewed by the undead! The girls will need to use their magical abilities to protect the city, but they soon realize that there is a traitor close to them! Can Rae figure out who it is in time?!
When corporate worker Oohashi Rei finds herself reborn as the protagonist of her favorite dating sim, it’s the perfect opportunity to do what she’s always wanted — seduce the villainess! In her previous life, Rei had no interest in the princes the game had to offer. She only had eyes for Claire François, her nemesis. Now, armed with her extensive knowledge of the game, and her undying love for Claire, will Rei finally be able to win over the woman of her dreams?
May 21st, 2024: She Loves to Cook, and She Loves to Eat, Vol. 4
After their curry party, Kasuga and Nomoto have grown closer than ever before. Now that they have both recognized the nature of the feelings they hold, and with Valentine’s Day coming up, will they be able to successfully express it to each other?
Cooking is how Nomoto de-stresses, but one day, she finds herself making way more than she can eat by herself. And so, she invites her neighbor Kasuga, who also lives alone. What will come out of this impromptu dinner invitation…?
May 21st, 2024: My Girlfriend’s Not Here Today Vol. 1
In this salacious yuri/Girls’ Love tale by the creator of Transparent Light Blue, one young woman becomes trapped in a cycle of blackmail and infidelity.
Pent up and tired of her apathetic girlfriend, Asahina Yuni turns to an anonymous online account to let it all out. It’s just another day of doomscrolling after class when Asahina gets swept away in conversation with the beautiful, outgoing Taki. When Taki turns out to be following Asahina’s private account, it’s cute…right? Taki would never blackmail Asahina…right? With every new lie, the web of secrets and erotic desire grows ever-tighter!
Light Novels
May 14th, 2024: Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho Vol. 5
MODERN WORLD, ANCIENT PROBLEMS
It’s 1872, year five of the Meiji era, and the world is rapidly changing, long leaving the samurai behind—but some things aren’t content to remain a memory of the past. Now in Kyoto with his daughter Nomari, Jinya runs a soba restaurant by day and patrols the streets at night hunting demons, which have strangely been increasing in number. As Jinya investigates the cause, it seems someone known as Magatsume is secretly responsible, but who could they be? And what do they want?
In this time-spanning fantasy epic of humans and demons, a warrior in feudal Japan must hunt a demon through time–a tale soon to be an anime! And don’t miss the manga adaptation, also from Seven Seas!
For generations, a shrine has stood in the mountain village of Kadono, and for each generation the shrine has had an Itsukihime—its shrine maiden—and the maiden has had her guardian. During the Edo period, a young man named Jinta protects the town and the Itsukihime. When he confronts a strange demon in the nearby forest, it tells him that in the distant future a Demon God will threaten all people, everywhere, and it claims that the the Demon God’s rise to power springs from this very time and place, in the village of Kadono. So begins the centuries-spanning journey of a man tainted by demons, hunting through time to seek justice for what he’s lost, and to find a reason to keep on fighting.
May 14th, 2024: The Apothecary Diaries 01
A palace servant trained in herbal medicine finds herself at the heart of imperial intrigue in this enthralling period mystery!
Maomao leads an unassuming life with her apothecary father, but kidnappers whisk her away to a world of consorts and serving women in the empire’s rear palace. Sold into imperial servitude, the girl keeps her quick wit, sharp mind, and medical knowledge a secret. But the head eunuch, Jinshi, shatters Maomao’s low profile when she catches his eye. He perceives her true skills and makes her a lady-in-waiting to the rear palace’s top consort. Can Maomao quietly pass her term as her lady’s food tester, or will observational prowess and curiosity push her into danger as she uncovers turmoil at court?
May 21st, 2024: The Princess of Convenient Plot Devices, Vol. 5
Princess Octavia and Prince Sirius set off on their official survey of the castle town. All the while, they brace for an attack by anti-royalists. In truth, Octavia is doing everything she can think of to create an opportunity for them to strike! She hopes to prove Klifford’s loyalty by his response to such threats. Rather than being a nuisance, Octavia’s scheming might be exactly what they need. Her efforts reveal hidden agendas, family secrets, and lost memories―with all clues pointing to enemies among those closest to the royals.
A fujoshi would normally jump at the chance to live in a BL world, and it seems like Maki Tazawa has hit the jackpot after being reincarnated into her favorite novel, The Noble King. The privileged life of Princess Octavia and ample opportunity to witness BL in 3D might sound perfect, but…all this comes at a cost. As much as she adores her OTP—the main character, Sil, and his lover, Prince Sirius—she draws the line at being used to solve the problem of producing a royal heir! After all, doesn’t she deserve true love and a happily ever after of her own?! This princess is on a mission to find a match and change her fate—while she’s still got time!
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