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Perhaps it will remain vacant until the chosen one appears... As a teen, Konoha Satou wrote her Dark History, a self-indulgent fantasy romance fic featuring herself as the main character. But since she's become its most detestable villainess, remembering every single little detail is the only way she can survive! After returning from the Village of the Afterlife, Sol has...

Ginoford's awake... which means I've tripped a duel-to-the-death flag! Konoha Satou's fantasy romance first began when she wrote the self-indulgent fic as a teen. But now that she is its most loathsome villainess, the details of her Dark History are a matter of life-and-death! To speed up Yomi's recovery in the aftermath of Kagura's ambush as a Knight of Schwartz,...

No matter how much I rewrite the story... nothing changes! Konoha Satou's Dark History first began with a self-indulgent fantasy romance fic written in her teens. Since she is now its most abominable villainess, the details of the story are a matter of life-and-death! Narrowly avoiding the Bloody Rosa death flag and saving the duchess was supposed to be the...

I'm really happy to hear the girl I like missed me. Konoha Satou has a dark history. After all, she spent her teen years writing self-indulgent fantasy romance fics—like her Dark History. But since she's become its most despicable villainess, remembering every last detail is now a matter of life-and-death. Having avoided the first couple of death flags, Satou's suddenly...

The Color of the End: Mission in the Apocalypse, Vol. 2 is a post-apocalyptic sci-fi manga following a lone survivor who adventures through the remnants of society and occasionally encounters other individuals.

Fleeing tragedy and mistreatment, a young boy named Ren hides among the crowds in Tokyo's busy Shibuya district. His efforts to run away are more successful than he realises when he ends up in the world of the beasts! A rough-living bear named Kumatetsu gives Ren a new life and a new name - Kyuta - but is Kumatetsu really...

As an infant, Yuki Sakurai was abandoned by his mother and left in the bushes near an orphanage. The mystery of his parentage deepens when Yuki discovers he has a strange ability: when he touches others, he can feel their emotions. Because of his upbringing, the teenage Yuki strives to be independent so that he won't be a burden on...

The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten is a sweet light novel story about the budding relationship between a boy and the most beautiful girl in school.

After a long period of unrequited love, Mahiru and Amane finally begin dating, and the inexperienced pair stumbles through their new relationship while steadily growing closer. When they openly show their love at school, everyone is shocked. However, that isn't the only change—Amane slowly becomes more confident and easier to approach. Watching him, Mahiru can't help feeling slightly uneasy... but...

The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten, Vol. 5.5 offers readers a delightful peek into paradise. Amane Fujimiya is a high schooler who lives alone and spends his days loafing around. Mahiru Shiina, the most beautiful girl in school, is affectionately nicknamed "Angel" by those around her. These two neighbours, who initially have little in common, eventually begin sharing meals...

The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten, Vol. 2 (light novel) is a story where heaven truly is where the heart is. Amane and Mahiru never imagined their chance encounter in the rain would lead them to share so many warm meals and quiet moments. But as they gradually grow closer, Amane spots an unspoken loneliness hanging over her. Clumsy...

The Anemone Feels the Heat is an emotional Girls Love manga series starring two clumsy girls and their first experience with queer love.

DID YOU ENJOY YOUR TIME IN THIS WORLD WITHOUT ME? The moment Aristia was dreading is finally here—Jieun has arrived! As politics pit the two against each other yet again, she soon realises that this Jieun is very different from the one she remembers. In order to protect herself and those dear to her, Tia hardens her resolve to walk...

A gutsy glob in crisis! News of the demon lord Clayman's defeat by Rimuru shakes the Holy Empire of Lubelius to its core, especially since the chief knight of the nation's Imperial Guard and captain of the Crusader forces, Hinata Sakaguchi, launched a bold attack on Rimuru not long ago. Things look only more dire when a priest sent by...

A meeting of demonic minds! Newly minted demon lord Rimuru has received word of a special assembly of all ten demon lords known as the Walpurgis Council. It just so happens that the topic of this particular meeting is how to best punish Rimuru for assuming his new title without their permission. Fortunately, he's got friends in high places who...

When it rains, it pours! Despite Rimuru's absence, things seem to be proceeding fairly smoothly in the newborn nation of Tempest. But there's trouble brewing elsewhere: the nearby Kingdom of Farmus's top brass are planning an invasion of Tempest, and at the same time, Rimuru's friend, Milim Nava, has declared war on Tempest's ally, the Beast Kingdom of Eurazania. As...

No rest for a nation-building slime! Now that Rimuru's monster-centric town has blossomed into a bona fide independent nation, it's time for his next step: build and maintain diplomatic relations with nearby countries! With a group of his trusty monster pals, Rimuru travels to the Beast Kingdom of Eurazania and the Dwarven Kingdom to meet with their respective heads of...

Times are changing for the world! After a furious battle with the orc lord, peace has once again returned to the Forest of Jura. Rimuru may be heading up the Great Forest of Jura Alliance, but he's most worried about finishing his town... until a visit from King Gazel Dwargo of the dwarves turns everything upside down! Not only that,...

With all its innovations, the kingdom of Tempest founded by the demon lord Rimuru is a veritable paradise for travelers such as Framea, the rabbitfolk chief's daughter. Framea has always had a nose for adventure, an inquisitive mind, and a knack for discovering and identifying the latest and greatest the world has to offer! Her notepad is open at all...

Christmas is just around the corner, and Nishikata isn’t about to go home for the holidays without a prank! Especially not after Takagi-san appears in his dream and dominates every contest he tries to plan. His bag of tricks may be empty, but his youthful determination remains strong. Nothing can distract him from his mighty cause of taking down Takagi-san—except...

The crown prince of Sharibalte walks the lonely halls of his vast palace, his mother's sanity lost, his brother turned against him, and his father the King dead. Ascending to the throne at last, he becomes known as Moonlight King on account of his beautiful visage. The bold king launches a war of conquest against the neighbouring countries and takes...

Fifty-thousand troops led by Gabriel Miller, aka Emperor Vecta, the God of Darkness, prepare to invade the human lands defended by Bercouli and his army of five thousand. Kirito, still out of commission, is left in the care of Ronie and Tiese. The Chancellor of the dark mages guild, Dee Eye Ell, also threatens to vanquish the army by launching...

As Anne gets ready to open a sugar candy workshop of her own, she receives a mysterious request from the royal palace. If she can promise to keep everything she learns a secret, she will be allowed to help a group of first-rate candy crafters complete a job for the queen herself. But why all the secrecy? What mysteries await...

Disaster strikes at the worst possible time! As Anne and the other candy crafters race to finish their sugar candy in time for the First Holy Festival, the unthinkable happens. Lafalle, a beautiful but dangerous fairy with a strange attachment to Challe, attacks the Paige Workshop and kidnaps Anne and her fairy companion. But even now, when she’s being held...

In a world where fairies are caught and sold to the highest bidder, humans aren’t exactly on friendly terms with the fae folk. But friendship is exactly what Anne Halford seeks with Challe, her new fairy bodyguard, though he’s not so keen on the idea. As his master, Anne tasks him with escorting her through a particularly dangerous area, but...

With the Debau Company's plans to introduce a new currency, the town of Lesko is brimming with hopes and dreams. And with Holo by his side, Lawrence has decided to open a shop. But just before he can, he is confronted by two men who bring him Col's traveling bag. A rift within the Debau Company separates Holo and Lawrence,...

Spice and Wolf Collector's Edition is the deluxe omnibus edition of the manga Spice and Wolf.

Under the SOTUS system, head hazer Arthit's job is to instil discipline in the freshmen through harsh training. But the more time Kongpob spends with him, the more he realises Arthit isn’t quite the fearsome dictator he makes himself out to be. With the deciding game of capture the flag around the corner, Kongpob must figure out not only how...

SOTUS is an educational system in which upperclassmen impose training, discipline, and challenges on underclassmen. In the engineering department of a Thai university, Arthit is the head hazer, infamous for his harsh trials. The incoming class must prove themselves worthy to him in order to receive the department's symbol, the gear. But all Arthit's plans are thrown out of whack...

Solo Leveling, Vol. 8 (novel) by J. Torres, Hye Young Im, and Chugong. MAY YOUR COURAGE SAVE YOUR WORLD. The Monarch of Destruction and the armies of Chaos have descended upon Earth, leaving nothing but death and carnage in their wake. The fate of humanity lies in the hands of the newly crowned Shadow Monarch, Jinwoo Sung. Who will be...

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

I’m walkin’ on sunshine, whoooa-aaagh?! I finally made it outta the labyrinth, but was not expecting a family reunion at the exit! Guess Mother’s not too happy about my attack of the soul troopers. And now a new archenemy's popped up on the outside too?! But honestly, I beat Araba and levelled up a whole bunch, so how bad can...

A mystery man and a smartphone? Things are about to get interesting! I'm continuing to level up and kick some monster booty into the next stratum! But there's more to this world than I thought, and it seems there are some big figures at play behind the scenes. Like this man, for example—he just popped up out of nowhere! And...

Who knew being strong meant going hungry...? After making it through the fiery Middle Stratum and evolving again, things have been a cakewalk for me—and also one of the worst times of my life. I've gotten so strong that every living thing is avoiding me like the plague. Even monsters that wouldn't leave me alone for a second are running...

Perfect for fans of Re:Zero and Overlord!

This system is rigged... Man, whoever thought being a god would make life easy needs a serious reality check. I mean, I offed humanity's champion, then I hacked into the world’s System to literally erase the pesky Hero title once and for all, but I still can’t catch a break. Now Yamada’s inherited his brother’s title, and it looks like...

This Cold War Just Went Hot! This is a special spider field report coming to you straight from the human-demon border where a massive battle has erupted! The Demon Lord is finally launching an all-out assault on the fortresses guarding the human realm’s frontier and has committed hundreds of thousands of soldiers for the attack. On the other side, the...

SPY, MY PRETTIES! You know understanding the reason for your existence, learning the ultimate truth of the world, and attaining godhood would give most people a lot to think about. But me? I’ve got better things to do, like making mini spider clones! Look at this one—isn’t she precious?! There’s a LOT more where she came from, and I’ve sent...

Dear readers on Earth: If you were given 48 hours of freedom, what would you do?

A mysterious, dangerous monster has appeared in the Great Elroe Labyrinth...

What would a comfy, refined lifestyle look like if you were reincarnated in a fantasy world as four spiders? So I'm a Spider, So What? The Daily Lives of the Kumoko Sisters, Vol. 2 continues the whimsical adventure of our favourite arachnid siblings as they navigate their extraordinary lives in a chaotic new world. With a unique blend of humour...

What would you do if you were reincarnated in a fantasy world as four spiders?

The second Ezo Ag cleanup of the year yields a surprise even greater than the first! Once again, Hachiken makes the find that has the whole school talking—and fawning—when he uncovers an abandoned puppy in a rubbish pile. After a bath and blow-dry, the pup takes up residence in the stables as the unofficial mascot of the Equestrian Club. But...

The discovery of a brick oven on campus prompts the only logical response from the students of Ooezo Agricultural High School: a pizza party!!! City-boy Hachiken has been nominated to oversee the process, but he quickly discovers how much work is involved in securing each and every ingredient that goes into making the perfect pizza. United by a common hunger,...

Shy, Vol. 2 has shown she can handle the basics of being a defender of justice, but with the mysterious boy known as Stigma still at large, that might not be enough. Determined to become stronger, she holds a mock battle against Stardust, one of the most famous figures in the heroing world and a merciless opponent. With her status...

With its portrayal of friendship and the joy of a good plate of food, readers of culinary manga like Not Love But Delicious Foods will enjoy this series as well. 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,...

Nomoto is living her best life now that she's finally found someone who is willing to finish off the dishes she's always wanted to create. And Kasuga? Well, she's just content to have a dinner partner who will happily serve her endless amounts of delicious food without batting an eye. As the two make plans to spend the holidays together,...

Actions speak louder than words in this spin-off of the absurd and raunchy Prison School! With lovingly detailed art by ReDrop, no task is too small (and no shirt too big) for Meiko Shiraki, the domineering yet kind vice president of the Shadow Student Council!

Experience Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Official Artworks' unique take on the blood-soaked history of Japan’s Sengoku Period with over 300 pages of storyboards, character designs, and concept art!

The adventures of Yuki, Kurumi, and Rii-san continue as they navigate their daily lives at school. Of course, school is a little different now that civilisation has apparently collapsed. When the girls find their food supply running low, Yuki suggests an excursion. But school trips are a little more complicated during the zombie apocalypse!

It’s not quite the same. As Miyano’s senior year passes by and Sasaki starts getting used to college, the strain of not spending every day together begins weighing on Sasaki’s mind. That’s why it’s a welcome relief when he and Miyano finally get a chance to go on a date—spending Sasaki’s birthday with each other for the first time since...

Never in his wildest dreams did Miyano ever believe fiction would become reality — that his own life would parallel some of the BL stories he so dearly loves. But here he is with an adorably sweet boyfriend who dotes on him every chance he gets! Still, dating comes with its own challenges, especially when their families don’t know yet!...

Sasaki and Miyano, Vol. 5 by Leighann Harvey, Dayeun Kim, and Shou Harusono explores the complex emotions between its main characters. Sasaki is... Sasaki is what to me? A heated exchange between the two leads to absolutely nothing. Well, Miyano isn't living in a BL story, so that's fine, right? Except Miyano feels like he's going to explode because he...

What is Sasaki and Miyano to Miyano? The question rings through Miyano's mind as he struggles to come to a decision. After all, Miyano likes girls and not guys, right? Meanwhile, surprise reunions with old crushes and Miyano's first drag beauty pageant push Sasaki's self-restraint to the limit.

Intent on avenging Sariphi's sacrifice, her childhood friend Ilya infiltrates the royal palace, only to discover her alive and well. When he demands her return, Sariphi refuses him outright, driving Ilya to make a desperate choice to abduct her from right under the nose of the beast king! But instead of giving chase, the king hesitates, paralysed by doubt... Will...

A young girl has resigned herself to being the next sacrificial meal for the Beast King... but the king is no mere monster! Love is more than skin-deep in this gorgeous fantasy manga. Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts, Vol. 1 by Paul Starr, Lys Blakeslee, and Yu Tomofuji weaves a captivating story of beauty and hidden depths within...

After suffering terribly at the hands of the Archbishop of Sloth, Petelgeuse, Subaru has returned once more to the capital with his ability, Return by Death. Swearing revenge, he'll need to find allies and borrow their strength to strike back at the Witch's Cult and save Emilia. But how will he manage that when he has nothing to offer, powerless...

Subaru Natsuki was just trying to get to the convenience store but wound up summoned to another world. He encounters the usual things—life-threatening situations, silver-haired beauties, cat fairies—you know, normal stuff. All that would be bad enough, but he's also gained the most inconvenient magical ability of all—time travel, but he's got to die to use it. How do you...

After escaping the deadly time loop of the manor, Subaru can finally enjoy a brief respite. But after a visit from the king's messenger, he returns with Emilia to the royal capital, where it all began. As he reunites with his friends, Subaru gears up to help Emilia become the next monarch, but Emilia herself stubbornly refuses his assistance... Re:ZERO...

Subaru Natsuki had just been trying to get to the convenience store, but he wound up summoned to another world. Worse, he has only one special ability, and he has to die to use it! At least now he's got a goal—save the girl with the silver hair and bring a smile to her face. But how many times is...

Starting from zero again! A curious visitor has arrived at Roswaal Manor, bringing with her fantastic tales of heroes and faraway places and also a spot of trouble. Meanwhile, Rem works very hard around the manor. Perhaps too hard. So for at least one day, everyone agrees to chip in to give her a break that she, naturally, has no...

Murder in the empire means war for the Kingdom of Lugunica! While Julius, Reinhard, and Ferris are on a diplomatic mission to secure a peace treaty, a Volakian general winds up dead. All fingers point to...the Sword Saint? The three knights find themselves on the run and abduct the ruler of the Empire himself, Vincent Volakia. Their only hope is...

The war is over, but the wedding is just beginning... After overcoming more obstacles than any couple should have to endure, Wilhelm and Theresia can finally be together. The hopeful bride and groom soon discover, though, that wedded bliss comes with trials all its own. After a shaky ceremony and an overly crowded honeymoon, the Sword Devil and Sword Saint...

To be freed from the Sanctuary, one must confront their own past—Ram and the villagers may be safe from harm in the Sanctuary, but the barrier keeping out others also has them trapped inside. All hope lies with Emilia, whose mixed blood grants her the opportunity to face the Sanctuary's Trial and free everyone. A worried Subaru chases after her...

Subaru returns with Emilia to the capital of Lugunica, where it all started for him. There, he runs into some (unfortunately) familiar faces...but also the other candidates for Queen of Lugunica! Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-, Chapter 3: Truth of Zero, Vol. 1 (manga) offers readers a thrilling continuation of Subaru's journey. Encounter old allies and adversaries, and unravel...

What you forget, I'll always remember. Subaru hasn't known peace since he first came to this world, but after surviving the demon beast attack, he has finally found some respite. Whether it's deepening bonds with the residents of Roswaal Manor, meeting an eccentric world-famous chef, or dressing up as Roswaal himself (?!), Subaru is in for a fun (if exhausting)...

As night falls on Kimberly Magic Academy, the halls transform into a dark and deadly labyrinth... with Oliver and his friends still inside! Faced with a maze of ever-shifting passages and upperclassmen who hardly have their well-being in mind, the dark side of the school will test their mettle. However, even as they run from certain death, they have to...

How far are you willing to go to protect your interests? For one Japanese vending-machine enthusiast, the answer is to the grave. Crushed by his favourite contraption, his life as a fanboy of dispensed goods may be over, but his close connection to vending machines can only grow when he’s reborn as one in a fantasy world! Is a land...

Just remember this. In this world of ours, the first to die are those without guts. A portion of humanity has obtained special abilities, and two groups emerge in conflict. On the side of justice are heroes. On the side of villainy are monsters. For Chiaki, however, all that matters is finding work to support his younger brothers. But when...

Forget what you saw today. There's something odd about Sakuta Azusagawa, an acerbic, standoffish high schooler who doesn’t even own a cell phone in this day and age. Perhaps strange things happen to strange people, which is why on the last day of the Golden Week holiday, in a tranquil library, he meets a wild bunny girl. With that unforgettable...

Through Madoka's sacrifice, no magical girl will face the tragic fate that once awaited them, though not one remembers the name of their saviour—save Homura Akemi. Clinging to the memory of her dearest friend, Homura struggles to rely on her teammates, even when failing to do so has allowed the giant wraith to devour her powers! To reclaim her powers,...

Bound by the promise of a wish granted, magical girls are charged with battling the wraiths that move unseen through the masses of Mitakihara and devour the passions of their human prey. Mami, Kyouko, and Sayaka are of one mind when it comes to fighting these entities, but their task is hindered by squabbles within the group. Mami fears Sayaka...

Read the complete Rebellion manga! With Madoka Kaname’s sacrifice, the hopeless cycle that once bound every magical girl to a terrible fate was broken at last. Or was it? All does not seem right with the world, and as Homura pulls at the loose threads of the girls’ new reality, is it possible that an even darker destiny looms ahead?...

They're so goofy, they're cool. Warm-up's over. Easy mode may be off now, but nothing's impossible when they're all in it together. Get ready for this crew of dorks overflowing with pizzazz to turn things up a notch! There's no clumsiness that they can't make cool. Everybody, please return to your seats. It's time for Act II of Play It...

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.

BUILDING A LIFE OUT OF DEATH. Yuki wakes up to find herself in an unfamiliar manor, wearing a maid uniform and lying on a luxurious bed. Soon, she discovers five more girls, all dressed the same as her. This is the Ghost House, and the only way they can survive is to make it through the traps that lie in...

She wants a boyfriend—anyone but him. He wants girls to buzz off. Sucks for them, ’cos he's paid to please princesses! High school freshman Mugi can barely muster the confidence to talk to a boy, much less take one on a date. Plus, the first time she meets Kei Kurose, the wrong sort of sparks fly—even if Kei is head-turningly...

I may only be in fourth grade, but I know more than most adults. I take notes every day and read all kinds of books, so I have a solid grasp on the world around me. But suddenly, there are penguins in my town! I know it has something to do with the lady at the dentist and her weird...

Every year, a conflict breaks out between the Kingdom and the Empire that usually ends as nothing more than a stalemate. But when the Empire's ruler, the Fresh Blood Emperor Jircniv, visits the Great Tomb of Nazarick, Ainz will enter the fray, turning the border skirmish into an all-out war! Overlord, Vol. 9 (Novel) by Kugane Maruyama, with illustrations by...

After being saved from danger by Ainz, Enri and the apothecary Nfirea have been living life to the fullest as they spend their days together in Carne Village alongside their goblin-guard neighbours. But after the Wise King of the Forest left the region, the balance of the forest has been disrupted and something has filled the vacuum of power... Overlord,...