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Action & Adventure/Fantasy
July 2nd, 2024: Marriage Toxin, Vol. 3
Gero may be a master assassin, but he’s not exactly killing it in the romance department! Can marriage swindler Kinosaki help him find true love?
Poison Master Hikaru Gero is about to take on his most challenging assignment yet—getting married! Gero couldn’t be more clueless when it comes to dating, but thankfully, marriage swindler Mei Kinosaki knows everything there is to know about love. Together, this unlikely pair is going to do whatever it takes to get Gero hitched—even if they have to take on the entire criminal underworld in the process!
After Kinosaki sets Gero up as bodyguard for Shiori Ureshino—the daughter of a high-profile CEO—Gero’s assassin skills are pushed to the limit as he tries to prevent Sound Master Naruko from turning Ureshino’s university camping trip into an all-out horror show!
July 2nd, 2024: Get Schooled Vol 2
With the lack of discipline in schools out of control, Hwajin Na and the Educational Right Protection Bureau have to put the toughest bullies in their place. But it’s hard to protect the other students and faculty when the administration has completely given up on taking back the school. Even if Hwajin is the right man for the job, he will soon find out that it isn’t just students who have never been disciplined that will get in his way.
Collecting Season One of the hugely popular Webtoon in print for the first time!
July 2nd, 2024: Terror Man Vol 2
When Jungwoo’s abilities allow him to predict the collapse of a department store, his ordinary persona is not enough to convince those around him to evacuate. With the help of his caretaker, a Russian woman with a mysterious past, he teams up with a seedier element of society to become…Terror Man!
But, even though Terror Man works to save the people of Seoul, his guise of menace quickly earns attention from law enforcement, journalists, and real big-time criminals! Further, Jungwoo’s discovered a possible unidentified event linked to the death of his mother. Can he discover the truth, evade capture, and avoid misfortune as Terror Man?
Don’t miss this popular Korean Webtoon, perfect for fans of Chainsaw Man, coming to print in English for the first time!
Animated series adaptation from Studio Bazooka & Dr. Movie coming soon!
July 23rd, 2024: The Boxer, Vol. 7
With the fight between Yu and Fabrizio commencing, the Santorinos’ reputation for playing dirty is on full display. Bribing referees, doping, and even targeting Carmen are just a few of the many devious ploys the brothers use to gain the upper hand. However, they’re not the only ones with tricks up their sleeves. And as the bout continues, it becomes harder to tell who the real monster is…
July 23rd, 2024: 7FATES: CHAKHO, Vol. 4
As the hunters’s confrontation with Bulti comes to an end, they discover someone else tied closely to their fate and past lives. However, as the side of justice gains more allies, so do the Beom continue to gather their strength. Furthermore, a chance encounter reveals Zeha’s secrets, testing the group’s trust. Will the hunters prevail against the ever-growing strength of their enemies?
July 23rd, 2024: A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special, Vol. 4
Befitted with the new titles of Single Rankers, as well as Desir himself appointed as Technical Advisor to the Tower of Magic, Desir’s party realizes that the challenges they will face from here on out will only become greater. Desir takes Romantica under his wing to train her into a third circle mage while Pram finds tutelage under a sword mage. However, during their training, they find an unexpected new ally…
July 23rd, 2024: I’m Quitting Heroing, Vol. 6
Former hero Leo and his friends in the Demon Queen’s army head back to the demon realm, only to find a terribly polluted environment. At this rate, the demon realm is sure to be destroyed in a year…so it’s time for Leo to roll up his sleeves and get to work on saving the land! Meanwhile, the Demon Queen Echidna has a problem of her own to take care of…?!
July 23rd, 2024: Overgeared, Vol. 4
Grid, joined by Huroi (much to Grid’s dismay), is on the hunt for rare special items in a frozen wasteland. He’s confident in his new status as “The Apostle of Justice,” but his hubris could be his downfall as his strength increases, so does the level of the nasty characters that come across his way. Just what kind of monsters and players await our hero?
Romance
July 2nd, 2024: Anyway, I’m Falling In Love With You. 3
An irresistible shojo manga offering an all-you-can-eat-buffet of high school drama, adolescent crushes, and childhood nostalgia. Guaranteed to delight fans of popular romance comics like Komi Can’t Communicate and Skip and Loafer.
Watching fireworks lighting up the summer sky is Mizuho’s ultimate vision of romance. Who is the lucky guy to share that experience with her? Kizuki’s intent to win over Mizuho is clear, but the others, including the brainy future doctor Shin, can’t resist her, either. The special bond between childhood friends seems unbreakable, but growing up sometimes means growing apart—and that’s a prospect Mizuho can’t bear.
What could be more explosive than love under fireworks?
July 2nd, 2024: A Brief Moment of Ichika 2
Natsu Tadano brings a sweet yet clear-eyed and always humane touch to a story of love doomed by illness. His vivid art brings this quiet love story alive, and undergirds the surprisingly deep philosophical themes of the text. Ichika and Prof. Yurugi (her philosophy teacher) must decide if the pain of losing someone is worth the moments of happiness and comfort they can afford each other.
I want to be happy, and I want it to be with him—
Happy-go-lucky college student Ichika Sendawara is living on borrowed time, but when the professor she’s in love with learns of her illness, her cheery facade begins to crack.
Can Ichika and Professor Yurugi, terminally ill himself, maintain—or deepen—their relationship, even with the knowledge that they have no future…?
—They’ll risk it all for even a brief moment of love.
July 2nd, 2024: Wolf Girl and Black Prince, Vol. 8
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 finds himself on edge as his and Erika’s second real Christmas together approaches—what wild demands will Erika make of him this time?! Meanwhile, Kamiya proposes a big Christmas shindig with the whole gang, and to everyone’s shock, Kyoya agrees. But it appears there’s something else on his mind…
July 2nd, 2024: Kimi ni Todoke: From Me to You: Soulmate, Vol. 2
The story of Kimi ni Todoke continues in this sequel starring Sawako and her former rival Kurumi in college.
With her jet-black hair, sinister smile, and silent demeanor, Sawako “Sadako” Kuronuma always had trouble fitting in during high school. But with help from her friends, her boyfriend Kazehaya, and even her rival-turned-friend Kurumi, Sawako came out of her shell. Now in college, Sawako and Kurumi have become incredibly close, but Kurumi longs for a romance of her own.
In college, Kurumi thinks she’s found her soulmate in Sawako, her rival-turned-best-friend from high school. After Kurumi survives a frightening encounter with a stalker, Sawako’s cousin Eiji supports her in just the ways she needs—he even stays the night at Kurumi’s place. When morning comes, Kurumi doesn’t want him to leave. Has she gone from fiercely independent to desperately needy?
July 2nd, 2024: Like a Butterfly, Vol. 7
Kawasumi is doing his best to balance karate and his relationship with Suiren, but after injuring his arm, he finds both increasingly difficult. Suiren, though openly supportive of Kawasumi, suffers in silence as she watches him continue to push his injury to its limits. Now, with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, will they finally be able to cut through the tension? Or will it end up pushing them to their breaking point instead?
July 9th, 2024: In the Clear Moonlit Dusk 7
“Prince” meets prince in this offbeat high school romance, where two picture-perfect teens must see past appearances to understand what being in love really means. Don’t miss out on another unique offering from the author of Daytime Shooting Star, perfect for fans of Horimiya and Ouran High School Host Club.
Swept up by the throes of summer vacation, Ohji finally finds the courage to tell Yoi how he feels. Yoi’s affection for Kohaku remains firm in spite of this, but just as things seem to heat up between the young couple, an ill-timed miscommunication has them reeling. As they stumble through many firsts in their romance, can they overcome this latest obstacle…?
July 9th, 2024: Cinderella Closet Vol. 6
LOVE KNOWS NO LABELS
Haruka’s confidence is boosted by Hikaru’s magic, and after overcoming her heartbreak over Kurotaki, she and Hikaru are finally an item! But right after sharing their first kiss, Haruka’s mom suddenly appears! What will she think of her daughter’s cross-dressing sweetheart? Meanwhile, Hikaru begins to consider his dreams as life brings them both to a new stage…
July 16th, 2024: Let’s Play Volume 4
She’s young, single and about to achieve her dream of creating incredible video games. But then life throws her a one-two punch: a popular streamer gives her first game a scathing review. Even worse, she finds out that same troublesome critic is now her new neighbor! A funny, sexy, and all-too-real story about gaming, memes, and social anxiety. Come for the plot, stay for the doggo. Volume 4 of Let’s Play collects the chapters 58 through 75 of the Eisner-nominated webcomic phenomenon with over 7.5 million subscribers.
July 23rd, 2024: See You in My 19th Life, Vol. 3
Seoha finally remembers how he and Jieum first met―but the return of someone from Jieum’s past does not bode well for their future…especially when that someone was the reason for their separation in the first place. Meanwhile, Chowon is finding Doyun’s defenses an impenetrable fortress. They say there’s nothing a bit of alcohol can’t solve, however…and what’s a better way to bond than a couple of drinks to bring those walls crumbling down?
July 23rd, 2024: A Sign of Affection 9
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?
July 23rd, 2024: 15 Minutes Before We Really Date, Vol. 3
Now that their last winter vacation as high school students has ended, Natsuha goes to Tokyo for her college entrance exams, and Yuuki begins to consider the future of their relationship. But Natsuha seems to be…reluctant to do so? With the distance between them, the two are deep in their own thoughts…
July 23rd, 2024: Honey Lemon Soda, Vol. 6
Uka’s father mistakenly believes she is being bullied and tells her to transfer schools. With her father and her friends being equally important to her, Uka is determined to not give up on either, but…
July 23rd, 2024: No Longer Heroine, Vol. 7
Hiromitsu unexpectedly gives Hatori handmade gloves for Christmas! Hatori realizes what a mess she’s made of their day together, but now she’s even more resolved―Hiromitsu is the one she wants. Luckily, Moe suggests they all go snowboarding over winter break, giving Hatori the perfect chance to push Nakajima and Rita together. After all, it’s totally fine with her if they date, and that way Rita’s out of the picture―but can Hatori handle a trip alongside her boyfriend and her old, longtime crush…?
July 30th, 2024: A Condition Called Love 9
Hotaru doesn’t need a boyfriend. But an act of kindness to a classmate going through a breakup opens a door she never thought to step through, in and everything begins to change… A sweet new shojo romance manga from the creator of Wake Up, Sleeping Beauty!
Hotaru is a 16-year-old high school first year who has always been ambivalent about love, preferring instead to have a lively life with her family and friends. So when she sees her schoolmate, Hananoi-kun, sitting in the snow after a messy, public breakup, she thinks nothing of offering to share her umbrella. But when he asks her out in the middle of her classroom the next day, she can’t help but feel that her life is about to change in a big way…
July 30th, 2024: I See Your Face, Turned Away 2
Winner of the 2024 Kodansha Manga Award for Shojo, from the creator of My Sweet Girl comes a new manga about four teenagers and their four stories of unrequited love. When you don’t want to lose a friendship but long for something more, the only thing you can do is gaze at your beloved’s face, turned away…
A bitter and sweet tale perfect for fans of A Sign of Affection and In the Clear Moonlit Dusk.
Ohtani is a funny, nice guy. When he saw Mari smile, he couldn’t help but fall head over heels. She is a quiet and shy girl, but thanks to Hikari and Asagiri, Ohtani has been slowly getting to know her. But her eyes seem to drift away in the direction of a certain teacher…
Historical/Fantasy Romance
July 2nd, 2024: A Stepmother’s Marchen Vol. 4
TWISTED FATES
Before the marchioness Shuri Von Neuschwanstein was granted a redo of her last seven years, she was ambushed on her way to a new life on the morning of Jeremy’s wedding. For the first time, the events leading up to her death and rebirth are revealed—along with the aftermath of the horrific event. Shuri’s death causes an uproar in the empire, especially when blame is placed on refugees from the country of Safavid. It seems the empire will go to war, unless Jeremy, Norra, and others close to Shuri can find the true culprit. Are the events of Shuri’s previous life connected to her second chance life in some way? Who, or what, brought her back from certain death—and to what end?
July 2nd, 2024: The Saint’s Magic Power is Omnipotent: The Other Saint (Manga) Vol. 4
THE FINAL VOLUME OF THE SAINT’S MAGIC POWER IS OMNIPOTENT! SPINOFF!
Now that the experiments with the holy water were completed successfully, Aira returns to her normal work. However, she’s once again sent out on a subjugation mission that requires the holy water. Aira travels to a new region—where someone awaits her…
The final volume!
July 2nd, 2024: The Villainess’s Guide to (Not) Falling in Love 02
Can one would-be villainess fend off multiple handsome suitors’ advances to simply live a peaceful life? Or will the game force a happy ending no matter what?
After being reborn as the villainess of a romance game, Luciana is determined to steer clear of romantic entanglements and the calamity they’re certain to bring. Fate, however, has other plans. Now, everyone thinks she possesses incredible magical powers, and to make matters worse, she might have been put under an enchantment without even realizing it.
Cue the irresistible Louis, the kingdom’s sole master of enthrallment magic, who must evaluate her powers. And just when she thought things couldn’t get crazier…charming, aristocratic Lakas confesses that thoughts of Luciana consume his every waking moment. Being an ordinary villainess was never meant to be this wild!
July 9th, 2024: Re-Living My Life with a Boyfriend Who Doesn’t Remember Me (Manga) Vol. 1
Oriana, a seventeen-year-old magic student, suddenly dies alongside her boyfriend, Vincent. However, she returns from death in the body of her seven-year-old self with the memories of her past life intact–except for the knowledge of what killed her. She fantasizes for years about reuniting with her beloved, but when they finally meet, Vincent doesn’t remember her! Can she make Vincent fall in love with her again and avoid the death that started this mysterious time loop?
July 23rd, 2024: My Gently Raised Beast, Vol. 7
With Joseph, the descendent of Barahan by her side, Adellai tries for the throne as the leader of the divine beasts. Fearing a war may break out between the humans and divine beasts, Blondina does her best to try and protect Amon. Can Blondina put a stop to her power hungry step-sister?
July 23rd, 2024: Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion, Vol. 7
Raeliana is off to save Noah from the terrorists’ trap, gun in hand and Adam in tow! But while hurrying down the dark and dangerous waterway, the ominous echoes of explosions reverberate from the direction her fiancé went in…and Raeliana is horribly unprepared for the scene that awaits her. When tragedy strikes, she is forced to come to terms with her feelings―and reveal her big secret!
July 23rd, 2024: When I Became a Commoner, They Broke Off Our Engagement!, Vol. 3
Forcibly returned to the family from which she was taken as an infant, Anna’s world is turned upside down in a whirl of unfamiliar experiences and unfamiliar faces. She may have lost her status, brother, and fiancé, but Anna’s determined to show that her year of preparation wasn’t for nothing as her new life as a commoner begins…!
July 23rd, 2024: The Condemned Villainess Goes Back in Time and Aims to Become the Ultimate Villain (Manga) Vol. 2
NO ONE SAID BEING A VILLAINESS WAS EASY…
Claudia, determined to change the past, tries to thwart her half-sister Fermina’s schemes, but their clashes finally spiral out of the home and into high society. Now, she must confront the crown prince, who is intrigued by her behavior, and his other prospective fiancées. Claudia can’t let her guard down for even a second as the battle between the villainess and the perfect villain escalates!
July 23rd, 2024: The Abandoned Empress, Vol. 8
The dreadful moment Tia’s been waiting for has finally come―Jieun has arrived! However, she soon realizes there’s something different about Jieun as politics pit the two crown princess candidates against each other in various tests of competence. In order to protect herself and the people dear to her, Tia has chosen to become the head of house Monique…but as the noblist faction makes their move with an openly hostile Jieun as their new pawn, Tia learns once again that within the palace, there is no room for mercy.
July 23rd, 2024: The Princess of Convenient Plot Devices, Vol. 5 (manga)
Princess Octavia finds the maruaders and the kidnapped Sil in the true Sky Chamber―but as she and her allies attempt to carry out their rescue, they are attacked by Sil himself! But Octavia notices that Sil isn’t acting like himself…Will she be able to snap her brother’s lover out of whatever affliction he’s under before Klifford is forced to cut him down?
July 23rd, 2024: The Villainess and the Demon Knight (Manga) Vol. 3
VIOLENT DISASTERS TO VIOLENT DELIGHTS
Marquise Cecilia is engaged to Lord Lucas, second prince in line for the throne and wielder of the fabled magic sword Eckesachs. Despite being rough in the bedroom, he’s completely devoted to her. But while Lord Lucas is busy battling dangerous magical beasts, Cecilia’s ex, the former second prince Felix, arrives unannounced. He’s unable to accept his treatment of Cecilia is what lost him his inheritance. He places the blame on Cecilia and attacks her! Will the protection magic around Cecilia hold out until Lucas returns? Or will she be at the mercy of Felix’s violent temper?!
July 23rd, 2024: His Majesty the Demon King’s Housekeeper Vol. 6
HOMEGROWN CARE
Sakura and the gang are back in the Demon Realm! There’s no time to rest, though. The southernmost part of the Demon Realm may have the key to restoring demons’ cleaning magic. Everyone sets sail to the demon jungles in the south. None of them know what awaits them. Sakura especially didn’t expect to find seeds of affection growing in her heart for the Demon King.
July 30th, 2024: Healer for the Shadow Hero (Manga) Vol. 2
TAKING RESPONSIBILITY
So much for “just healing sessions,” huh? Thanks to Nanna having the rare power to heal the man she offers her virginity to, the curse upon Luveigh’s body has been fading rapidly. But now that their relationship has moved beyond transactions and the shadow hero plans his second attempt at a proposal, the two must discover what kind of life suits them best. It’s safe to say the “healing” won’t be stopping anytime soon!
July 30th, 2024: I’ll Never Be Your Crown Princess! – Betrothed (Manga) Vol. 1
The sequel series to the hot fantasy rom-com about a noblewoman and her prince! From Steamship, the Seven Seas imprint dedicated to sexy romance for women.
Liddy and Freed are finally reunited, and Liddy’s resolve to fully step into her role as the crown prince’s betrothed strengthens along with their bond. Soon, though, new threats–both external and internal–begin stirring in the shadows, including a ghost from Cain’s assassin past who has arrived in Wilhelm to complete a sinister mission. Liddy’s new bodyguard is determined to protect her, but will his presence by her side end up doing more harm than good?
Slice of Life / Drama / Comedy / Other
basically idk where to sort it lol
July 2nd, 2024: Bless, Vol. 2
They said Aia was destined to be a model, and Jun was bullied for her freckles. Together, they will take back the power to define themselves in an inspirational fashion manga that asks cutting questions about what it really means to be beautiful–and what it takes to overcome an arbitrary system that seems to respect talent over hard work.
At a young age, Aia Utagawa was scouted as a model, but his real ambition is to become a makeup artist. But, even as the end of high school approaches, it’s a dream he hides inside, afraid of stepping outside his prescribed role as a pretty face. Then, one day, he meets Jun, a quiet classmate who hunches because she’s ashamed of her face, covered in freckles. He convinces her to enter a school runway fashion contest together–with him doing her makeup. They make an incredible team, with Jun discovering a confidence she never knew she could show and Aia finally learning that, while it may be tough to open yourself up to failing at the one thing you care about, the difficulties can be worth facing.
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July 23rd, 2024: Itaewon Class, Vol. 2
The world is made up of strings of fateful encounters, and in this story, they cross in the middle of Itaewon. Saeroyi Park is out on the streets promoting his new restaurant. Geunsoo Jang, illegitimate son to Daehee Jang and younger brother of Geunwon, is giving his friend Yiseo a ride to the club. Geunwon Jang, feeling threatened by Geunsoo’s potential as the company heir, has gifted his brother a malfunctioning scooter. And Yiseo Jo, social media star and all-around genius, is thrown off said scooter when the brakes stop working―and lands right in Saeroyi’s arms!
July 23rd, 2024: Your Letter
When middle schooler Sori Lee stood up for her friend against their entire class, she never expected to become their new target―but that’s exactly what happens. So, when her friend decides to transfer schools, Sori decides to wipe the slate clean and does the same. Luckily, someone seems to be looking out for her this time, and on her first day, she finds a mysterious letter taped to the bottom of her desk inviting her on a scavenger hunt! Sori follows the trail of clues to try and uncover the identity of her benefactor, and as she explores all the curious and wonderful people and places around the school, begins to open her heart once more…
July 23rd, 2024: GOGOGOGO-GO-GHOST!, Vol. 1
After an illicit affair at work falls through, office worker Ushiro Akechi is wallowing in quiet desperation and stumbling towards ending it all. What she really needs is an older sister to talk her back from the edge… Luckily, she about to meet one―from the other side! Self-proclaimed Guardian Spiritual Older Sister Masako is ready and waiting to take Ushiro under her ghostly wing! Can they together turn a brush with the end into the start of a gloriously funny new partnership!?
Light Novels
July 9th, 2024: Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 4 (Light Novel)
A frigid winter melts away to reveal spring celebrations Rozemyne is given a harsh choice to make upon her return to Ehrenfest. The Leisegangs are now the dominant power after the winter purge, and their plans are sowing the seeds of distrust within the archducal family. Even so, Rozemyne forges ahead, and her unique way of life gradually inspires change around her. As spring approaches, so does the celebratory feast. The preparations include a long-overdue meeting with lower-city merchants, divine protections rituals, furthering the education of the next High Bishop, and a magnificent tale told at the closed country gate. Can the archducal family break tradition and heal the divide between factions? Watch Ehrenfest’s ambitious younger generation unite in this volume of this biblio-fantasy! Also includes two short stories and four-panel manga by You Shiina.
July 23rd, 2024: Agents of the Four Seasons, Vol. 3: Dance of Summer, Part I
After the long-awaited return of the Agent of Spring, Hinagiku Kayo, and New Year’s surprise attack on Summer and Autumn, the Four Seasons have formed an unprecedented united front. While they successfully overcame many challenges and hardships, a new challenge has arisen. The Hazakura sisters have become the first dual Agents in history. Is this a good or bad omen? Summer has arrived, and the Agents’ story begins once more.
July 23rd, 2024: Bride of the Barrier Master, Vol. 3
Hana’s had her hands full. She’s keeping her husband’s advances at bay, sent a terrorist organization packing, saved the school from destruction, and rescued her twin sister from the clutches of their terrible parents! At this point, flying under the radar is simply impossible. News about her has spread far and wide, finally reaching the ears of an Obsidian rank practitioner named Yukizasa Sankourou. He’s an old friend of Saku’s and is vehemently opposed to his buddy’s marriage to Hana. He won’t stop at just voicing his opinions either, he’s willing to meddle and he’s not above teaming up with the Ichise parents in their continued efforts to get Hana out of the picture.
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