I fear I might be a little biased toward one-shots… they’re one and done, no stress about release dates or never-ending volumes. So, whenever I see a oneshot available I always request it haha.
Quick, cute, and full of green flags. Would recommend to anyone who’s tired of red flag romance…
Title: My Instructor Won’t Yield
Creator: Deme Kingyobachi
Genre: BL, Comedy
Ages: 18+ (on Kodansha but this is tame…would give to my 14 year old sister lol)
Publisher: Kodansha
Volume: 1/1 oneshot
Release: August 19th, 2025
Order: Amazon | Bookshop.org
A fun and moving one-shot BL romance that’ll have you hugging the turns! An elite driving instructor who’s sworn off love and a handsome client with a secret get behind the wheel. But will they go the distance?
Chiba’s kind manner, clear guidance, and pretty face make him easily the favorite driving instructor of every female student at the school where he works. But, while he’ll play up his charms to get good reviews, Chiba is diligent about politely but firmly rejecting all romantic advances. Yet his well-crafted persona will be put to the test when he’s matched up with the mysterious Yaotome, a new student gaining a reputation of his own as the “Sharp-Suited Prince,” because he comes to every driving lesson way overdressed. Despite his cool looks and demeanor, Yaotome can hardly compose himself when Chiba begins their lesson. An after-hours encounter reveals that Yaotome is actually a manga artist…and that’s not his only secret!
Runner-up in the “BL Sommelier” category of the 2025 ChillChill BL Awards in Japan, this light and funny love story is perfect for fans of Old-Fashioned Cupcake and Love on the Horizon!
The Basics:
Art: 4/5
The art has its own kind of charm…almost sketch-like? Very heavy on using lines as shadows… idk I’m not an art critic, it was still cute though.
Characters: 5/5
I absolutely loved both of these characters so much, omg. Big green flags all around.
Story/Plot: 3/5
While I really loved the characters, the overall plot was pretty simple—not a whole lot actually happens. That said, it does have an interesting premise with the driving school setting. I don’t think I’ve ever read a romance centered around that before, haha.
I also enjoyed the little third-act mini drama they threw in (and I mean mini).
This is a great pick if you’re looking for something quick and cute. It won’t blow you away, but it’ll definitely put a smile on your face.
Writing/Dialogue: 4/5
Hope he doesn’t end up in my car. Naturally that thought landed me right next to him.
Overall, the writing was solid, though a few phrases felt a bit awkward. I loved the extra translation notes at the end!
Extras:
Sweetness: 5/5
He wanted to get his license because he adopted a cat and wanted to be able to take him to the vet quickly if needed. 🥺💕
Spice level: 1/5
spoiler: they kiss
Second-hand Embarrassment: 0/5
My Instructor Won’t Yield:
📌light hearted
📌fast-paced
📌wholesome & sweet
📌green flag x green flag lol
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