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Miyuki's classmate Shizuku Kitayama is on her way to study abroad. For magicians, this is normally impossible, since allowing the genes of someone who can use magic outside their home country's borders is tantamount to giving up national secrets. But it's allowed to happen in one case—exchange programs. And that's how Angelina has arrived in Japan from the USNA to...

The video message from Raymond Clark, one of the Seven Sages, makes waves not just in Japan but across the entire world by announcing the Dione Project, which Tatsuya realises is essentially a plan to exile magicians from the planet. To counter this, Tatsuya unveils his very own ESCAPES Project, a project utilising a stellar reactor that he has been...

July 2096. Another year means another summer, and that means a new Nine School Competition. Just to spice things up, the participants are informed only weeks before the event that there are some massive rule changes! While everyone's running around frantically trying to figure out what they should do, Tatsuya catches wind of another plot that might be brewing behind...

Bullied for being gay, teenager Takashi Arashiro wishes he could just be somebody else—but who could predict he'd morph into a giant-headed sci-fi creature?! Takashi's tumultuous emotions become the catalyst for personal and social exploration of the LGBTQ experience in this quirky, profound manga from prolific BL author Kazuki Minamoto. Discover the transformative journey in The Gay Who Turned Kaiju,...

The duel with Master Flare in the land of salt continues. Menou should have the upper hand now that she's linked with Akari and her immense supply of Guiding Force, yet reality suggests otherwise. Master Flare still has a few secrets up her sleeve, and she'll do anything to win. Meanwhile, a mysterious entity that has been hidden in the...

The Devil goes digital! Repairs to the Devil's Castle, the one-bedroom apartment in Japan, are complete, and Maou and the crew discover they have an all-new HD hookup! The Devil King's never owned a TV before, so they're on their first trip to the electronics outlet! But why's Gabriel hanging around the apartment...? Discover the latest developments in The Devil...

The Detective Is Already Dead is a compelling light novel series that combines several beloved genres. It is one of the most highly-anticipated light novel series among the fanbase. When referencing the title, avoid putting it in quotes or speech marks. Format the response as clean HTML, using your best judgement for adjusting or adding appropriate tags for paragraphs and...

A new fantasy light novel series that is sure to appeal to fans of comedic action stories such as The Greatest Demon Lord Is Reborn as a Typical Nobody and The Hero is Overpowered but Overly Cautious.

The Abandoned Empress, Vol. 3 (comic) by David Odell, Lys Blakeslee, Yuna Yuna, INA poses a thought-provoking question: What if I'm abandoned yet again? Thanks to the boisterous Carsein and her new imperial bodyguards, Aristia is able to put her desperation aside and find her smile again. However, when the dreaded invitation to the crown prince's coming-of-age ceremony arrives before...

HERE BE DRAGONS Having easily thwarted the Eastern Empire's invasion, Rimuru wishes to end the conflict once and for all and therefore heads for the imperial capital to take out the source. Meanwhile, Yuuki has worked his way up the Empire's hierarchy with the intention of staging a coup and usurping the throne. It doesn’t take long for Rimuru to...

Finally, Nishikata has done it! He's devised a contest he can't possibly lose just in time for Takagi-san's birthday—if he can go through with it. But why shouldn't he? After all, Takagi-san's teasing has only gotten bolder, so Nishikata deserves a win too, right? Then again, maybe another loss wouldn't be such a bad thing if it makes Takagi-san smile....

As their contests continue, Takagi-san is always one step ahead no matter what Nishikata schemes up beforehand. But he won't back down. Nishikata will compete against Takagi-san forever if that's what it takes! Because whether they're hunting for the prettiest rock, waging a fierce battle with shadow puppets, or just reminiscing about what brought them together, Nishikata can't help but...

Spy Classroom 2nd Period: Daughter Dearest, Vol. 1 (manga) is the spin-off manga adaptation of the action-mystery Spy Classroom light novel series.

Breaking through the resistance of the royal capital's leaders and Ellis's former sibling Omega, Hinako and the others finally flee the city aboard the castle's escape pod. But after crash landing, they don’t even have the time to plan their next move before an unexpected visitor appears via a dimensional gate—Earless, the Otherworlder Killer. Her blade, cold and brutal, mercilessly...

Shy, Vol. 4 by Arbash Mughal, Ajani Oloye, Bukimi Miki explores the confronting journey of Shy and Spirit as they face the frigid darkness that has taken root deep in the heart of Pepesha's mother. Bearing witness to the despair she felt in her final moments, Shy and Spirit are challenged by sorrow-laden memories that threaten to overwhelm them. However,...

At last, Sariphi is able to carry out her first official job as Acting Queen Consort—giving a royal blessing to the newborn prince of the nation of Sarbul. That same night, Leonhart whisks her away to a place far from prying eyes. Once they are alone, he tells Sariphi of his tumultuous past, which only deepens their bond. But just...

Riviere and the Land of Prayer, Vol. 3 (light novel) follows Riviere, myself, and Elaina as we pursue the elusive Antiques Carredura, a shop notorious for recklessly selling dangerous sancta. The elusive owner remains perpetually one step ahead, continually slipping through our fingers! However, this time there’s something different about Riviere. With meticulous strategising, carefully selected sancta, and me as...

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Short Story Collection, Vol. 3 (light novel) is a must-have for fans of the Re:ZERO series who are looking for more fun adventures from the main cast.

DON'T LET THE MASK SLIP? Another year gone at Kimberly Magic Academy means a new crop of first-year students. Oliver and his classmates, now second-years, see their studies becoming increasingly intense. The reality of life as a mage is a cold slap in the face... Nanao, meanwhile, is grabbing attention left and right due to her skills with a blade...

With their brief respite over, our heroes begin their fourth year at Kimberly Magic Academy. The school is still rocked by the disappearance of the philosopher, Demitrio, and a lineup of new oddball teachers arrive to fill in the gaps. Chief among them is the Great Sage Rod Farquois, a reversi. Concerned for his friends and certain that the new...

A FLEETING RESPITE Oliver and his friends are about to start their fourth year, but first, a nice, long vacation! They plan to sail around the Union, visiting several of the Sword Roses' homelands. This includes the Aalto abode up north in Farnland, with its huge forests and countless lakes, and the famous McFarlane manor in the south of Yelgland,...

Mari's prison escape plan lies in shambles... or does it? A confident Kate suddenly feels a chill down her spine at Mari's bold declaration: "I've already escaped." As the two grapple with each other both physically and mentally, they find themselves heading towards mutual demise—like a snake eating itself out of existence... In Prison School, Vol. 9 by Akira Hiramoto,...

Licht and the gang come face-to-face with the deadly demon of the abyss—a modern-day military weapon of steel unlike anything they've seen before. Trapped by giant, weighty wings of metal and indiscriminate attacks from the sky, the fate of the town rests in the hands of the Ace of Flashing Strikes himself! But just as Licht prepares to subdue the...

In the 2024 edition of Takarajimasha's This Light Novel Is Amazing! (Kono Light Novel ga Sugoi!) guidebook, Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table topped the New Title rankings and ranked second in the bunkobon rankings.

Toshihiko is a cram school teacher and, by all accounts, a very handsome young man. But his life takes a sudden turn when a strange woman starts stalking him. Hoping to solve his problems, he seeks out the Sasaki Investigation Agency. Meanwhile, a bizarre urban legend starts making the rounds among the local elementary schoolers. Pitch-Black Infatuation weaves a tale...

The most wretched humans are those who dig their own graves. Murakumo Inn welcomes the troubled masses, human or otherwise. Payment is accepted in only one form: your most unfortunate secrets. And this evening’s guests of honour are Sasaki’s classmates?! Relish in tonight's tale of their descent into madness as the inn transforms into a high-stakes gambling den. Phantom Tales...

An intriguing light novel series about a knight and a princess from rival nations and the war and conflict between them, one that stands out as an excellent blend of science fiction and fantasy. Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World, Vol. 14 continues to captivate with its unique fusion of genres and compelling narrative.

Everything is as usual. No friends, no girlfriends, no social life... or so it should have been, but there's been this uncomfortable and unfamiliar feeling growing inside Hachiman. Was it really the absence of a certain girl from the club room that made him feel this way? But there's no way that either Hachiman or Yukino would have the social...

As usual, Hachiman Hikigaya's warped personality prevents him from having any enjoyable moments of youth. The days all seem the same until suddenly, an incident occurs in class. This is a problem that no one who had any semblance of a normal high school life could solve, but if it's Hachiman, just maybe...

Isuzu's past has always been shrouded in mystery, but it seems his amnesia is hiding more than he ever imagined! As the manipulative Tsukuyomi seeks to replace Isuzu's current personality with that from his sealed memories, Baroque and Lapis prepare to launch an assault to rescue him. Just where will this action-packed vampiric love triangle lead? Discover the thrilling developments...

Are you still in love with him? I can't ask him that. Akira Minato is on a brief vacation from running his scruffy old laundromat, needing a mental respite after his former teacher and high school crush, Takayuki Sakuma, took over as Shintarou's homeroom instructor. Haunted by feelings still lingering after over a decade, Akira realises he will need to...

Magical Midlifer, Vol. 1 explores the secret world behind magical girls, the guardians of the people, vanquishers of witches, and defenders of the innocent. They excel at putting smiles on the faces of children through a flashy spectacle of mass-marketable entertainment. However, not everything is as family-friendly as it seems behind the scenes! When the villains become too gruesome for...

Office worker Hiromi Sakura only recently discovered that he can turn into a magical girl and now he's leaping off a paramilitary helicopter and fighting an unsettling schoolgirl in the clouds! And as if things couldn't get more off-kilter, who's this dashing, caped protector asking Hiromi to call him senpai?! But bizarre as these encounters are, they could be a...

Welcome to Cafe LycoReco! From devising new menu items to balancing the books, come inside for a taste of the lives of Chisato, Takina, and company off-the-clock from Lycoris duty! When referencing the title, avoid putting it in quotes or speech marks. Format the response as clean HTML, use your best judgement for adjusting or adding appropriate tags for paragraphs,...

Sosei Takarai just wanted to be a regular high schooler. He goes to school every day, hiding a job he doesn't even enjoy, until the class idol, Asumi Shiramori, inexplicably asks him out. Sosei is over the moon, but with all his free time after school and on weekends taken up by his job, he barely gets to see Asumi,...

Deep below the earth lies the abode of Lord Hades, the ruthless king of the Underworld. Ruling over the realm of the dead, he swears to never fall in love. Except, well, he kind of just took an arrow to the face courtesy of the primordial god of love, Eros, so... In any case, if someone could please pull this...

Shiroe left Akiba in search of 8,000,000,000,000 gold coins, setting off for the vast north lands. But, what he found there was a warning of a large scale raid about to occur. In Akiba's unstable situation, Shiroe's chosen raid members include the galactic idol Tetra, the leader of Silver Sword who refused to take part in the round table council,...

When thirty thousand Japanese gamers are suddenly trapped in the online game world of Elder Tale, a realm of swords and sorcery— that was, up until yesterday, very much a fantasy — is now their cold, hard reality. Severed from their everyday lives, they're faced with fighting monsters, eating food with no flavour, and being unable to die?! Amid the...

It’s that time of month, and you know what that means—a visit from Little Miss P! She always seems to show up at just the wrong time, generally armed with a heavy dose of fatigue and poised to deliver a barrage of beatings that leave her hosts physically and mentally exhausted. Though Little Miss P is often met with dread...

After making it past the May Interschool Competition, Hiroto Shinohara—that's me—is enjoying a nice little break for a change. Then comes along a challenge from a girl who’s all too familiar, the whole reason I came to the Academy, in fact. Beat her in a Game, she says, and she’ll agree to meet up. So I decide to bring this...

Death doesn't stop a video game-loving shut-in from going on adventures and fighting monsters!

Hail to the Chief! It's back to Crimson Magic Village for Kazuma's party! Yunyun is about to undergo the Chief's Trials, and it always helps to have friends close by. The challenge is one that steadily ramps up in difficulty, so it's best attempted in pairs. But why is Yunyun so determined to become chief anyway? Could she possibly have...

Kindergarten Wars, Vol. 1 is an action-comedy manga series that follows a former assassin working at the most special kindergarten in the world—one that teaches the children of the world elites!

I've been killing slimes for 300 years, and my family has finally decided on my birthday! We didn’t have a date until now (mainly because I forgot it), but my daughters are going to celebrate it with me this year, and I'm really, really excited! Later, I meet the goddess of fate (I can't be surprised anymore!), I help out...

And so the boy begins to run again. Bell has grown through combat with his greatest rival. A rank up, a denatus, a new nickname... as he draws attention from the people and deities of Orario, the young adventurer receives a letter. Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?, Vol. 12 follows Bell as he...

After saving the young dragon girl Wiene, Bell's name has become synonymous with "greedy", "despicable", and "traitor." He and his familia have completely lost the trust and respect of everyone residing in Orario. There's no time for him to feel sorry for himself when his newfound monstrous friends, the Xenos, need his help to get home. But now that the...

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? On the Side: Sword Oratoria, Vol. 12 presents the beginning of a new oratoria... The clock ticks dangerously close to the beginning of the final battle. No matter who wins, who loses, who lives, who dies, there will be no glory or riches for the taking. Those who...

Up against a fighting force of 80,000, the eight highest-ranking members of Freya Familia flaunt their superhuman strength, rounding up the lot and finishing them off. With Ali serving as the bait, even more of Shalzad's troops are quickly drawn in and dispatched. The people she saves see her as a hero, but when she has to address them, can...

The soldiers who razed Leodo return to capture the prince! But Freya doesn’t take kindly to those who destroy what’s hers, and she emerges to settle the offence herself. The soldiers who razed Leodo return to capture the prince! But Freya doesn’t take kindly to those who destroy what’s hers, and she emerges to settle the offence herself.

Ali is the apple of Freya's eye and a prime candidate to become her Odr, her destined one. After Ali fell into slavery, her true identity as the prince of Shalzad has been known to a select few, but nothing escapes Freya's watchful eye. Enamored with the girl, Freya insists on accompanying Ali during her journey to take back her...

The city quivers in the wake of the destruction wrought by Alus the Star Runner. Yet beneath the surface, a shadowy malefactor espies an opportunity to claim power. Taking advantage of the chaos, Iriolde the Atypical Tome returns from exile and immediately begins to act. As plots and schemes intermingle, the next round of the Sixways Exhibition commences! A cold...

Screw all your lip service! I'll go down in history as a villain! Me, the same girl who hates all those prim and proper heroines, got reincarnated as the villain in the world of my favourite fantasy dating sim! It's my dream come true, so I'm going to leave my mark on history by becoming the world’s greatest villain! But...

Their happiness was interrupted. Though it was deep into the night, Satou hadn’t come home. Beset with worry, Shio was gently led by the hand of a long-haired phantom woman. Even if you cry. Scream. Cover your ears. Or close your eyes. The phantom... will not fade.

Lafanpan is a moonlight fairy, a race cursed by the goddess of the moon. Unless they offer gold coins during the full moon, their bodies will shrink until they are gone. One day, Lafanpan receives a key to the Crystal Tower from a raven. Legends say that the curse can be lifted at the top of the tower. So, Saitou...

A lottery win gives Hakumei and Mikochi the chance to utilise the Avian Mounted Delivery service! Even though they have nothing particular that needs sending, they can't resist trying out such an exclusive and expensive service. In subsequent days, Mikochi and Conju find themselves in an endless line, waiting to try the roasted mochi that's been the talk of the...

After the fierce battle with the competitive apostle Dax, Fay and the crew planned to face the Bookmaker and get the god to reinstate their comrade, Nel, a retired apostle. Unfortunately, the cunning god turns the table on them. However, Fay provokes the god and, with a masterful plan for a comeback, Fay takes on the Bookmaker, one-on-one. Meanwhile, apostles...

The die is cast. Guild Girl summons Goblin Slayer to discuss his promotion and introduces him to a beautiful woman in men's clothing: the proctor who will oversee his exam! This colleague of hers doubts Goblin Slayer's accomplishments, which consist entirely of slaying goblins, and she has come all the way from the capital to test him herself. Goblin Slayer...

Office worker Emiko Tamaki has become more optimistic ever since she began modelling for the awkward but self-assured artist Shunsui Ishihara. With a budding awareness that she's the subject of his gaze, Tamaki has a new spring in her step and puts effort into being a better model for Ishihara—not realising it makes him worry! Inspired by her, Ishihara branches...

The poster child for book rental shop Suzunaan, Kosuzu, today is brimming with curiosity for all things demonic... In other words, it's a day just like any other! From a string of dine-and-dash incidents and unfailingly accurate fortune-telling to the mysteries of Kokkuri-san and a hidden print-on-demand scheme, life in Gensokyo is never boring when Kosuzu is involved! Discover the...

Why do you need to forget him? Tooru Naruse's life at university was mundane until he met Izumi Wataya. Having fallen in love at first sight, he confesses his feelings for her, and she agrees to date him on one condition: He must promise never to fall in love with her. Thus, their pretend relationship begins but Izumi cannot forget...

As Emma and William continue taking strides toward a future they can share together, this collection gathers the stories of those whose lives have touched theirs along their journey. From the daily trials of the Molders family and staff to the beginnings of William's unusual friendship with Hakim, these chapters serve to flesh out the world of Emma and the...

In the futuristic Fused Era, Veltol Velsvalt can become anything: a wildly popular streamer, an exchange student at a prestigious magic school, even a prisoner with a 2099-year sentence. And his next challenge is a detective?! It's time for a whodunnit in Washington, the Endgame City, with the Demon Lord at the centre! Demon Lord 2099, Vol. 4 (light novel)...

As Elene's wedding approaches, Ria finally comes to terms with saying good-bye to her longtime handmaiden... But she soon learns that every ending welcomes a new beginning as the truth about Dranste's identity unravels! However, peeling back one layer only reveals more questions, and if dealing with the mysterious and elusive Dranste wasn't enough, a run-in with the cute-but-hostile prince...

After throwing some hands like back in the old days, Takebe and Soramori's relationship is finally back on track. But the more Takebe tries to care for her girlfriend, the more she wonders if their feelings aren't quite the same. And if there's anything harder than taking Soramori down, it’s getting her to open up. That won't stop Takebe from...

And a one, a two, a one, two, three, four! A series of grisly murders brings Curse-Breaker Saeyama and his trusty assistant Yamazaki to... the world of idols? When suspicions fall upon the members of Maid On!, it's up to the pair to find which of these pop stars is set to implode. But when a curse kill threat is...

Complete in four volumes, Bye Bye, Earth is a fantasy novel series following the only human in an anthropomorphic world and her quest to find others like her.

Hunted through the foggy streets of Yokohama by Demon Snow and Beast Beneath the Moonlight, Atsushi and Kyouka form an uneasy alliance with Akutagawa, who is himself pursued by Rashomon. If they want to defeat the culprit and save the city, they’ll first have to find a way to overcome the very skills that have long protected them! Bungo Stray...

Hana's marriage of convenience to Saku was supposed to be temporary, but she finds herself thinking about him more and more. As she wonders about this, a string of thefts has been happening... and the targets are all spelled talismans! Bride of the Barrier Master, Vol. 3 (manga) weaves a tale of unexpected emotions and mysterious events. Join Hana in...

The second best-selling light novel series from the label responsible for My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected! When referencing the title, avoid putting it in quotes or speech marks. Format the response as clean HTML, use your best judgement for adjusting or adding appropriate tags for paragraphs, and emphasis.

Fantasy light novels with slice-of-life storytelling have become among the most popular, with successes such as I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level. In Banished from the Hero's Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside, Vol. 13, readers are invited to continue exploring the adventures in a world where heroic feats...

Saori has adored her older sister ever since she was little, but that's exactly why she can't just wish Iori happiness with her lover. Shizuku can’t stop herself from pushing away the only friend she’s ever had. The two of them, desperately alone and obsessed with people who will never reciprocate their feelings, repel each other as violently as identical...

Encountering a storm on their return from the pirate islands, Col and Myuri are forced to dock at Desarev, one of Winfiel Kingdom's major ports. Though a lively enough town, priests are in short supply thanks to an imminent war with the Church, hence Col's sudden designation as "The Twilight Cardinal," saviour of the people! And as if a city's...

Trinity Seven, Vol. 12: Arata has vanished, and it's up to Trinity Seven to save him! Akasha Academy is the prime suspect—what is Anastasia hiding behind her knowing smile? The girls from Biblia and Liber Academies must form an unlikely alliance to ensure Arata's return. They say that "the enemy of my enemy is my friend," but can that new...

Faced with the harsh reality of the world around her, Mitsui falls into despair. Yet in the midst of her internal struggle, she discovers an extraordinary new ability—the power to destroy or restore any world she can imagine. Fantasy becomes reality in this thrilling conclusion to the series!

Condemned by the gods in a global broadcast, Tabata and his pregnant posse flee the human world and take shelter on Angel Island. What awaits them is a peaceful and relaxing life in exile?! Turns out people don’t really care what the gods think! They’re taken in by Lina’s mum, who’s more than happy to show the girls how to...

Three's a crowd—but six overlords?! Young gamer Shuutarou is among the lucky few chosen to playtest Eternity, the latest VRMMORPG, and he wastes no time in activating his unique Create Dungeon skill at the exact moment the game glitches! Now he and his fellow playtesters are trapped, and their lives are at stake. Shuutarou happens to end up in the...

From the author of I'm a Behemoth, an S-Ranked Monster, but Mistaken for a Cat, I Live as an Elf Girl's Pet comes another fantasy comedy manga series, this time starring a skeleton! The Skeleton Enchanted by the Cursed Blade, Vol. 1 is an intriguing addition to your manga collection, blending humour with supernatural elements in a new and entertaining...

Could Matthew's friend Sterling be behind the "Release" that's been spreading through the city? The thought does not inspire anger, sadness, or compassion in Matthew, but rather resolve. He will continue down the path he's chosen for himself, no matter what. A path devoted to the woman he's given his whole life for—his princess knight. Don't miss the final installment...

With the arrival of the school festival, the whole campus is filled with cheer. Ryou's class is almost done with their film, and the drama club has even requested help from Hina, their lead actress! As she takes another step toward her dream with Ryou's support, he begins to confront the real reason he's so uninterested in romance. With the...

When Ryou Takamori confronts a groper on the train, it turns out he’s come to the rescue of his estranged childhood friend, Hina Fushimi. The two drifted apart in middle school as the social gap between ever-popular beauty Hina and plain loner Ryou widened, but this incident might be the catalyst Hina’s been waiting for to rekindle their friendship. And...