Only includes manga releases in English print, with a primary focus on shojo, josei, and romance manga.
All release dates are subject to change, but I’m *usually* pretty good about keeping them updated. May also include a few seinen/shonen as it’s still hard for me to tell the difference sometimes lol.
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Romance
Sept. 2nd: A Star Brighter than the Sun, Vol. 3
You don’t have to be a star to shine.
Sae has always been taller and stronger than the average girl. Koki used to be smaller and weaker than the average boy. But now that he’s in high school, he’s tall and super popular! Will their childhood friendship rekindle…and maybe develop into something more?
When Sae comes to a friend’s defense, Koki ends up defending Sae’s reputation…with his fists. In the infirmary, Sae meets Subaru, a charming girl who might be Koki’s secret crush. Meanwhile, some of Sae’s friends think she’s dating shy Yota. Appearances can be deceiving, especially when emotions are running high…
Sept. 2nd: Anyway, I’m Falling In Love With You. 8
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.
Is it worth gambling on love against the odds?
Airu finally works up the courage to express his affection for Kizuki. The confession fails to change Kizuki’s commitment to Mizuho, leaving Airu feeling rejected and alone. The neighborhood New Year’s Eve party is coming up, and it wouldn’t be the same without the whole gang together. Can Airu learn to embrace his real self without losing the people he loves most?
Longtime childhood friends plunge into rocky adolescence.
An all-you-can-eat buffet of teenage drama, romance, and nostalgia
Sept. 2nd: Assassin & Cinderella 02
A sexy spy and an elite assassin enter into the world’s sweetest, deadliest marriage of convenience!
Now married to Omi the assassin, Neneko the spy is getting to know her target more intimately than ever before. Just as his advances are starting to win her over, she receives a new order from her boss to go on the offensive at the newlyweds’ upcoming honeymoon! Will a sultry swimsuit and some liquid courage be enough to coax this stone-cold killer into giving up his secrets?
Sept. 2nd: Choking on Love Vol. 3
RED-HOT RIVALRY
Hibari has finally admitted she’s in love with Gaku, and these two unlikely lovebirds are officially dating! Unaccustomed to the whirlwind lifestyle of a free-spirited guy like Gaku, Hibari does her best to keep her head above water in both her relationship and her classes. But things get more complicated when she learns the true identity of a popular rival musician is none other than her childhood friend, Rihito! And it looks like he’s not interested in staying in the friendzone!
Sept. 2nd: Let’s Do It Already!, Vol. 6
His rule: No sexual relations until age 18! Her rule: No rules.
Free-spirited Yuri Hasegawa and straitlaced Keiichiro Katsuragi have fallen in love. But his elite political family—producing a line of prime ministers—does not allow male descendants to engage in any sexual relations until they are 18. Can the physically affectionate Yuri and rule-abiding Keiichiro keep their relationship strictly chaste?
The couple has finally headed off on their romantic school trip. But Yuri gets ahead of herself and gives Keiichiro a kiss on the forehead, which suddenly triggers the Katsuragis into high-alert mode! Keiichiro’s older brother, Shotaro, arrives on the scene. At first the two think he’s come to give them a scolding, but something is off about
Sept. 2nd: Wolf Girl and Black Prince, Vol. 15
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?
After agonizing over what to do after graduation, Erika has finally found her calling…but will she have to choose between her passion for art and her passion for Kyoya? Meanwhile, the class says farewell to high school with a glittering prom, and that means getting the guys into suits!
Sept. 9th: Diary of a Female Lead: Shujinkou Nikki Vol. 4
THE CONFESSION
After Sena discloses he can’t be “just friends” with her anymore, Aoi has no idea how to act around him, and a class hangout makes things even more awkward between the two. Being around her classmates outside of school gives Aoi the opportunity to see yet another new side of Sena, though—one that makes her heart race like never before. Is she ready to take the plunge on her perfect romance, or will she continue to deny her ever-growing feelings?
Sept. 9th: His Sensual Whisper: The Voice That Sets Me On Fire Vol. 1
A woman who can be driven wild by a sultry whisper finds a man who can make her melt in this Steamship manga!
After a missed connection years ago, office worker Mizuho developed an irresistible craving for deep, sultry voices. With such a unique fetish, she’s been on the hunt for that perfect tone to satisfy her desires. When she meets Hibino, a handsome salesman with a voice that’s smooth as velvet, at a company drinking party, Mizuho can’t help but melt. Captivated by his seductive timbre, she invites him back to her place, where just a single suggestive whisper sends her senses into overdrive. Is Hibino the passionate partner she’s been waiting for, or will her hopes for a true connection fall on deaf ears?
Sept. 9th: You Can’t Live All on Your Own!, Vol. 2
A cute and quirky slice-of-life manga about four best friends and roommates discovering what happiness truly means in their late twenties.
Shuuko, Eika, Misaki, and Shio are roommates and friends making their way in the busy world of Tokyo, Japan!
Together they’ve been through thick and thin, but the pressures of adult life are beginning to take their toll. Shuuko worries that her laid-back nature is preventing her from finding love — but is romance what she really wants? Things grow fraught as career-driven Eika works herself to burnout, finding herself taking out her frustration on her friends. Despite Misaki’s best efforts to win the love of her “boyfriend,” he tells her that he’s not interested in marriage or even in deepening their two-year relationship. Meanwhile, warmhearted Shio is caught up by worries about her friends and what the future might bring for them.
Join these four roommates as they navigate the biggest question of their late twenties: What does happiness really mean?
Sept. 16th: A Suitable Fetish Vol. 4
SOFTER SIDE OF SERIOUS
It would surprise anyone to discover that stylish and sophisticated Takeda Aoi is a complete novice in the love department. But her inexperience and love of childish things has indeed been uncovered, by none other than her strict and serious boss, Sakai Harunosuke! It turns out he’s got a secret softer side of his own…one that Aoi finds herself drawn to. This is all too much! Aoi doesn’t think she can handle this sudden rollercoaster of feelings!
Sept. 16th: Home Sweet Home Vol. 3 **FINAL VOL.**
TOGETHER WITH YOU
Moemi and Hiiragi are finally a couple, and Moemi can’t help but get excited over all the fun things to look forward to like sports festivals, school trips, hanging out with friends, and spending lots of sweet days at home together. But with Hiiragi’s graduation just around the corner, what will become of their relationship? Find out in the heartwarming final volume of HOME SWEET HOME!
Sept. 16th: Last Game Vol. 10
FACING THE FUTURE
While Kujou struggles to capture Yanagi’s heart (entirely unaware that she’s had it in her grasp for years now), Yanagi begins to think about his future with the family business. Now that his father’s arrived from abroad, it’s the first opportunity he’s had to think about anything other than his feelings for his lifelong rival. It’s time for him to make a decision that’ll change everything!
Sept. 16th: On and Off: Work-Life Imbalance 02
A Lolita boy and a punk girl form a fashion-forward bond without realizing they already know each other from work!
There are two sides to every working adult: one they show when they’re on the job, and one they show when they’re off the clock. For 27-year-old Tamotsu Roku, that means he’s a well-groomed schoolteacher by day and a punk-rock fashion icon by night! When he learns that his friend Aki has been hanging out with a cute stranger named Kanade, he can’t help but feel a little jealous. But Aki and Kanade are still keeping secrets from each other—ones that could change their relationship forever…
Sept. 23rd: Honey Lemon Soda, Vol. 10
Middle school left Uka Ishimori with nothing but scars—to the point where she’s forgotten how to laugh or cry or even say “hello.” But a chance reencounter with a boy with lemon-colored hair invigorates her, giving her hope that maybe, just maybe, life can be that much sweeter if she finally reaches out for help.
Sept. 23rd: No Longer Heroine, Vol. 10 **FINAL VOL.**
Enter: Hatori Matsuzaki, the heroine of this love story. And her hero? Rita Terasaka, an infamous hottie with a (hidden) heart of gold. Sure, he might be a notorious playboy, but she’s got nothing to worry about―after all, he’s never serious about any of his paramours. Besides, she knows him better, has been by his side longer, and loves him so much more than anyone else possibly could. Okay, so she might not be dating him just this second, but what’s the rush when destiny is on her side…right?
Sept. 23rd: Stomp, Kick, Love, Vol. 3
She turned the one dude down. Yeah, it was sweet and all that he’s super-into her, but she’s just not interested in getting tied down by a guy―why doesn’t anybody understand that?! Plus, Kaho’s already got her hands full with Akira, who’s gotten overly jealous and possessive, even though Kaho has clearly stated that they are NOT dating and she wants nothing to do with him, thank you very much! Except he’s a part of her favorite place in the world and it just wouldn’t be the same without him…
Sept. 23rd: Sweet Heat Before Falling in Love: The CEO and His Fated Omega Vol. 2
A PASSIONATE CONFESSION
Uiko, an omega office worker, never thought she’d encounter the mysterious alpha she met during her heat ever again. But it becomes clear that fate has other plans when she discovers her masked lover is none other than the CEO of her company, President Takamura! Convinced they’re destined to be together as mates, Takamura confesses his feelings for Uiko. Will Uiko find the confidence in herself to accept his love, or let destiny slip through her fingers?
Sept. 30th: A Condition Called Love 15
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…
Sept. 30th: I’ll Forget You Starting Today, Senpai! Vol. 2 **FINAL VOL.**
A reunion gone wrong! When a woman reunites with her high school boyfriend at a matchmaker, things do not go how she imagined in this shojo/josei romcom.
Hiromi is suddenly reunited with her high school boyfriend–at a professional match-making service! But their reunion isn’t a sweet one, because he doesn’t seem to remember Hiromi at all. In fact, he starts making wild accusations that make her question all her memories from back then. This sharp-tongued stranger is like an entirely different person from the guy she remembers! Is this a match doomed to fail?
Sept. 30th: Otonari Complex Vol. 5 **Final Vol.**
MORE THAN A CHILDHOOD FRIEND…
Akira and Makoto have graduated from childhood friends to lovers, but they can’t find a moment to be together! With Makoto pursuing his new career and Akira working part-time, there simply isn’t any free time.
As they work to keep their relationship secret, Makoto’s ex-girlfriend (?!) pops up and Makoto’s older sister announces that she’s getting married! Our handsome girl and pretty boy scramble to a happily ever after in this final volume!
Historical & Fantasy Romance
Sept. 2nd: Heroine? Saint? No, I’m an All-Works Maid (And Proud of It)! (Manga) Vol. 4
AN UNEXPECTED VACATION!
Because of the vicious attack at the Spring Ball, the Academy has decided it would be safer to build dorms for the students so they can stay on campus. The school also asks each student to bring help from home, so Melody will be going to school with Luciana! However, the school needs time to build the dorms, so our girls get an unexpected vacation—with enough time to get in all sorts of trouble!
Sept. 2nd: I’m Running for Crown Princess, but All I Want is a Steady Paycheck! (Manga) Vol. 1
One woman is out to get a much-needed payday by competing to be the next crowned princess—but she’ll find the competition is fiercer than she could have ever imagined!
Therese, the daughter of an impoverished marquis, works hard day and night to save every penny she can just to scrape by. One day, she’s offered a chance to change her status and situation—by competing to become the next royal consort. Therese hesitates, unsure that someone as poor as herself could ever be a consort, and decides to decline the opportunity. That is until she learns that just being a candidate could lead to a high-paying position as a lady-in-waiting! Determined to take the chance, she decides to go for it. But when she arrives at the castle, she realizes that this competition is way more cut-throat than she anticipated! Can Therese’s down-to-earth attitude keep her safe and above the fray? Or will this contest cost her everything?
Sept. 2nd: Reincarnated in a Mafia Dating Sim, Volume 2: A Yakuza Heiress Becomes the Top-Ranked Villain’s Romantic Target!
In this enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance, a strong-willed mafia heiress only wants peace — but her villainous fiancé from a rival crime family has other plans.
Once the beloved granddaughter of a yakuza don, Francesca Calvino has been reincarnated as the daughter of a mafia family — in the fantasy world of the dating sim she played in her past life! Her goal: to cleverly stay out of the game’s main story, avoid the brewing mob war, and leave the world of organized crime behind for a peaceful life.
Sept. 2nd: The King’s Beast, Vol. 16
A smoldering tale of romance and revenge set in the world of the New York Times best seller Dawn of the Arcana!
Ajin boys who show signs of special abilities are conscripted to serve in the imperial palace as beast-servants—status symbols and shields for their royal masters, to be kept or discarded on a whim. When they were children, Rangetsu’s twin brother Sogetsu was ripped from her arms and sent to the palace to attend Prince Tenyou as a beast-servant, where he quickly fell victim to bloody dynastic intrigues. Now in a world that promises only bitterness, Rangetsu’s one hope at avenging her brother is to disguise herself as a man and find a way into the palace!
Sept. 9th: The Dragon Knight’s Beloved (Manga) Vol. 9
BLUE WAVES UNDER BLUE WINGS
Melissa’s engagement to Lord Hubert has been officially recognized, and day by day, she’s learning more about the Wingriff family’s special duties. It will take all her strength and dedication to do right by her role, starting with a trip to the port city of Litia. It’s not all stress and duty, though: Melissa can hardly contain her excitement when she sees the ocean for the very first time! With Hubert, the White Queen, and Blue by her side, she’s sure to make some heartwarming memories!
Sept. 9th: The Eccentric Doctor of the Moon Flower Kingdom Vol. 11
In the faraway lands of the Moon Flower Kingdom, people have long relied on healing methods shrouded in superstition with dubious results. When the young Prince Keiun goes in search of more reliable remedies, his party is attacked by mysterious assailants, and he ends up witnessing a never-before-seen lifesaving procedure that shocks him to the core. Even more surprising, the one who performs this medical feat is a beautiful, yet slightly odd, teenage girl named Koyou! Just who is this girl, and why is the prince being targeted by assassins? Shadowy conspiracies, medical intrigue, and romance abound in this beautifully illustrated shojo manga!
Sept. 9th: The Emperor’s Caretaker 04
A statesman’s daughter finds herself swept into the world of palace intrigue when she’s chosen to be a court lady in this richly illustrated period fantasy!
Linhua is secretly engaged to Prince Souren, the most breathtaking man in all of Guangyan—but their relationship must stay hidden until Emperor Zhiyou comes of age. Trouble brews when the new Chancellor of the Left, Lee Songhua, sets his sights on Linhua, sparking a confrontation with Souren. Meanwhile, the stage is set for a new era as the selection of Emperor Zhiyou’s inner circle begins!
Sept. 16th: Always a Catch! 04: How I Punched My Way into Marrying a Prince
A zany romantic comedy starring a duke’s daughter, who’s more of a fighter than a lady, and a prince who happens to be into that!
In the Kingdom of Rubini, the royal castle is set to host an evening party where Maria is to be officially announced as Prince Renato’s fiancée. In anticipation of the event, she must make sure she’s all brushed up on proper dancing and manners! But will the culprit behind the attack on Maria and the queen be unmasked before the party?
Something serious is definitely on the horizon! Will our two lovebirds be able to overcome disaster?!
Sept. 16th: I Was Reincarnated as the Heroine on the Verge of a Bad Ending, and I’m Determined to Fall in Love!, Volume 5
This fantasy romance, featuring a spunky reincarnated heroine and her cast of love interests in a magic academy, is perfect for fans of otome isekai, school-life shoujo, and reverse harem romance.
Based on the light novel series by Kotoko.
With summer just around the corner at Heartfelt Academy, it’s time for Reine’s class trip! Camping, cooking, exploring the woods with friends… what could be better?!
Unfortunately for Reine, this dating sim turns dungeon crawler when a trap sends her party tumbling into a mysterious labyrinth. Reine’s efforts to protect her friends lead her to a terrifying final boss — but thanks to an unexpected savior, she might just survive!
Sept. 16th: The Unwanted Bride Loves the Crown Prince With All Her Heart, Volume 2
This gorgeous, full-color fantasy romance features intriguing court politics and a unique take on the enemies-to-lovers genre.
Princess Tinalia of Lidea and Prince Keithfalt of Baldin have married, ending war between their countries…
But Keith remains unaware that Tina is the girl he loved long ago and who still loves him in secret — though he finds unexpected sanctuary in her company. After Tina warns Keith of a threat to the line of succession, he sets out to gather allies among the nobility and neighboring kingdoms…
Yet his truest ally may prove to be his kind-hearted bride.
Sept. 23rd: I Abandoned My Engagement Because My Sister is a Tragic Heroine, but Somehow I Became Entangled with a Righteous Prince (Manga) Vol. 4
ARE THEY THE LIFE—OR DEATH—OF THE PARTY?!
While secretly investigating Jill and Duke Berklein, Leia discovers that the duke is using Jill for her skills with poison magic. Not only that, but when Johann rushes back to warn the prince, he’s captured by the enemy. With their allies dwindling, Prince Eric devises a plan to lure the duke to a glamorous party and expose his crimes for all to see! What will happen when the duke and the prince, who both staunchly hold on to their beliefs, finally confront each other?!
Sept. 23rd: If the Villainess and Villain Met and Fell in Love, Vol. 4 (manga)
A bet is a bet― and Brigitte Meidel pays her debts. Ready for the worst, she’s shocked to find Yuri’s only request is that she come visit him at his manor. While there, she encounters a mysterious young boy who bears a striking resemblance to her icy frenemy. The boy claims he can help her on a journey to finally call forth her contracted spirit. To a girl whose heart beats for spirits almost as much as it does for Yuri, will she seize this opportunity before her…?
Sept. 23rd: The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess, Vol. 13
Sol won’t give up. The Knights of Schwartz won’t stop. So in order to protect both her beloved character and the world of her Dark History, Iana takes up the mantle of the Demon King―at least for now―to assist in the Knights in their quest to maintain the plotline at all costs! But traveling with Konoha and the others as their guide in the guise of Pervert Mask is a double-edged sword. If anyone finds out her true identity, it could mean her death…and the end of the world!!
Sept. 23rd: To Sir, Without Love: I’m Divorcing You, Vol. 2 (manga)
When Arnald receives a letter of divorce from the wife he has never met, he decides to strike a wager with her instead. After all, he’s heard rumors of this temptress and he’s not one to take a loss. It’d be a shame to let Byletta go without seeing what she’s like for himself. But the more time Arnald spends with Byletta, the less he understands her. Just what is this feeling growing inside him?
Sept. 30th: I’ll Never Be Your Crown Princess! – Betrothed (Manga) Vol. 3
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?
Sept. 30th: The Ayakashi Hunter’s Tainted Bride 4
Young, cheerful Nanao can’t wait to marry her betrothed, Reito, the young lord of the Byakurenji family. But that changes one night when she is attacked by a vengeful yokai spirit-an ayakashi-leaving her scarred with the mark of a demonic curse. Her cousin Akemi seizes the chance to steal away her fiance, but it doesn’t matter. Reito now finds her repulsive, and Nanao is forced to wear a monkey mask to hide her scar and live the life of an outcast. Years later, she meets Yako, the willful young scion of another noble family. When Nanao’s mask shatters after an accident, Yako sees her face and is drawn to her beauty and great spiritual power. But there’s more to the handsome young lord than meets the eye, and when Yako offers Nanao a way out of her torturous life, the new life that awaits her is filled with more mystery and intrigue that she could ever imagine…
Sept. 30th: The Saint’s Magic Power is Omnipotent (Manga) Vol. 10
Living the workaholic life in her mid-20s, Sei never expected she’d be summoned to another world, let alone obtain the power of a living Saint. And she especially didn’t expect to be totally ignored by the locals! While the kingdom desperately needs a hero, it turns out Sei was just the backup option. Left alone, she explores her newfound powers at the royal Research Institute, unraveling the mysteries of magic potions. As she helps the sick and the dying, her talents reveal themselves: might Sei be the Saint this world needs after all?
Light Novels
Sept. 9th: Breathless Time Traveler
When one girl gets another chance at her youth, can she avoid death and keep the love of her life? A supernatural love story that transcends both time and death! From the author of Toradora!—also available from Seven Seas!
Kannami Rara is addicted to social media and idolizes Ariana Grande—in other words, she’s your typical modern college girl. Or, she was, anyway, until a traffic accident cuts her life short. But forget heaven or hell, Rara now finds herself stuck in a time loop, repeating her life up until that tragic day. She has another chance at her youth…and love with her boyfriend, Kengo. As time loops over and over, Rara finds herself scrambling to pull together the threads of her life. But can Rara prevent her death and create a world where she and Kengo can have a future together, or is she destined to repeat the past forever?
Sept. 23rd: I’m the Villainess, So I’m Taming the Final Boss, Vol. 11 (light novel)
The leaders of seven nations come together for the intercontinental conference to decide the new monarch for the Queendom of Hausel―and the candidate is none other than the villainess of the downer game they fought in Kilvas! If she becomes queen, they’ll have a war with Hausel on their hands! Caught off-guard by an underhanded maneuver, Aileen embarks on a merciless diplomatic gambit, and Claude is prepared to protect his wife at any cost. Game world or not, Aileen will fight to protect her beloved family’s future!
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