Only includes manga releases in English print, with a primary focus on shojo, josei, and romance manga.
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Oct. 7th: Otaku Vampire’s Love Bite, Vol. 5
Some vampires live to feast on the blood of their victims. Others just want to score super limited edition anime merch!
Hina Alucard is a modern vampire who drinks blood from bags instead of from humans. But she’s also a complete shut-in who hasn’t left the house in 30 years. In an effort to reach her, Hina’s dad does something that changes her life—he gives her a DVD of the Vampire Cross anime! Hina is instantly obsessed, especially with the character Mao. But it’s difficult to fangirl as hard as she wants from her bedroom in Romania, so now Hina is out of the house and off to Japan to live her otaku dream!
Kyuta’s having a hard time bouncing back after being attacked at the vampire bar, so Hina decides to drag him to some cute-animal therapy at the zoo. But things definitely don’t go as planned when Mao’s voice actor crashes their date! Ordinarily, Hina would be thrilled to bump into her fave, but Rinya has too many secrets and asks too many questions for her to enjoy the occasion. Not to mention that his presence is ruining any benefit the cute animals had on Kyuta’s mood!
Oct. 7th: Otonari Complex Vol. 5 ** FINAL VOLUME**
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!
Oct. 7th: Tamon’s B-Side, Vol. 9
When a shiny idol is a sad mess in real life, can his number one fan help him stay upbeat?
High schooler Utage Kinoshita works part-time as a housekeeper so she can afford her fangirl obsession with Tamon Fukuhara, her favorite member of boy band F/ACE. When work serendipitously sends her to the home of her idol, she discovers that the real Tamon couldn’t be more different from his wild and sexy onstage persona!
When Tamon’s big brother Daiki comes to Tokyo, he accidentally gets a glimpse of the F/ACE members’ true selves…and immediately wants to take Tamon back home! It seems something from Tamon’s past has made Daiki overprotective—something the idol doesn’t want Utage to know about…
Oct. 7th: The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity 9
Two rival schools stand next door to each other: one for elite ladies, one for good-for-nothing boys. But one of those boys might just be a naturally chivalrous diamond in the rough, and one of those girls might be a little more open-minded than is proper…
This cute and twisty manga spin on Romeo and Juliet is the latest hit in Japan, coming to print from a successful digital-first release!
To quench the fire of pernicious rage…
Rintaro and Kaoruko reach an important relationship milestone when Rintaro formally introduces himself to her mother and brother. However, before they can make another leap forward, Kaoruko’s friends from Kikyo discover them mid-date. At school, Subaru tries to ease the other girls’ minds about their Chidori friends, even suggesting they meet the boys for themselves. Rintaro wants to offer his support, too, and comes up with a very visible way to show it…
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Oct. 21st: Girl Crush, Vol. 3
In the super-competitive world of K-pop idol trainees, perfection isn’t enough. You’ve got to have heart!
Tenka Momose was a quiet and withdrawn child, but before long she realized that the most effective way to protect herself wasn’t hiding from other kids—it was being the best at everything! After years of armoring herself with excellence, Tenka lives safely atop her cool-girl pedestal, admired and idolized by everyone. But her flawless composure is suddenly shaken by a very average schoolmate’s impressively big dreams. At first Tenka is scornful of Erian Sato’s ambition to become a K-pop idol, but the other girl’s passion is so irresistible that Tenka soon finds herself with idol dreams of her own!
Tenka, Jiwoo, and their new competitor and colleague Minchae have been accepted as trainees for LJH’s special project. But getting that coveted spot at an agency is only the beginning—now Tenka and her friendly rivals need to earn the right to stay in the program. Can Tenka’s hard-won confidence survive the overwhelming skill of the senior trainees and the stress of choosing the perfect song for her first big evaluation?
Oct. 21st: Nana 25th Anniversary Edition, Vol. 1
A chance meeting on a train to Tokyo sends two girls named Nana on a collision course with destiny!
After a string of epic romantic failures, Nana Komatsu is ready to take control of her life and get a clean start in the big city. After prioritizing her musical ambitions over love, Nana Osaki is ready to stomp her way to the top of Tokyo’s punk scene. With determination in their hearts and dreams in their eyes, these two women are ready to take the world by storm! But first, they need a place to live. Roommates, anyone?
Anxious to get into a Tokyo groove, both women are on the prowl for a funky and cheap place to live. But inexpensive apartments in Japan’s capital city are hard to find. Thank goodness each Nana has a clique of cool friends willing to help out. Too bad these friends are a little eccentric!
Oct. 21st: Shindou-kun’s Tight Squeeze: Helpless Against His Alluring Touch Vol. 2
JUST CAN’T GET ENOUGH
Diligent office worker Rinko has fallen into a tumultuous affair with her brash yet seductive junior, Shindou-kun, and it’s…amazing! And exhausting, with the amount of hookups they’ve had, but while Shindou-kun’s sharp tongue drives other away, it drives Rinko wild in bed. Soon the two are preparing to take the next step in their relationship—going on an actual date! But when Rinko is assigned to train yet another young, handsome, male new hire, will Shindou-kun’s jealousy turn their sweet romance into something sour?
The final volume!
Oct. 21st: The Otaku Love Connection 03
A hilarious slice-of-life rom-com about one high school’s gorgeous power couple and the romance otaku who stan them!
Nerdy high-schooler Wataru Otonari was living his best otaku life shipping his OTP alongside partner-in-crime Mashiro Tomaki until he found out the unthinkable! They don’t actually have the same OTP at all! Wataru prefers a strong woman on top, which means he wants his beautiful classmate and friend Yuzuru to take the lead and dominate her boyfriend, the hunky Chihiro. But Mashiro loves to see a gorgeous princess protected by a faithful knight, meaning she ships Chihiro/Yuzuru. In that order, no switching!
In a world where tops can’t be bottoms and bottoms can’t be tops, can Wataru and Mashiro bridge their shipping differences and overcome this trial? Or is it farewell to fandom fun forever?!
Oct. 28th: Glasses with a Chance of Delinquent Vol. 4
FIGHT FOR YOUR LOVE!
After the school sports festival, everyone finds out that Ichikura is an ex-delinquent! How will his classmates react to him now that they know the truth?! On top of that, Momose is challenged to a one-on-one fight with a mysterious girl that was rumored to have history with Ichikura…!
Oct. 28th: I’ll Never Fall in Love With Amano!, Volume 1
Takahide and Amano are the top students at their school—much to Takahide’s frustration. No matter how hard she works, she just can’t seem to outshine the effortlessly brilliant (and maddeningly aloof) Amano. But when a small confrontation leads Amano to mistakenly believe Takahide has a crush on him, things take an unexpected turn. His curiosity turns to affection, and suddenly, Takahide sees a new angle: if she plays along, maybe she can finally come out on top. But even the best-laid plans can’t account for matters of the heart…
Oct. 28th: Mint Chocolate, Vol. 13
Nanami and Suzumura have joined the culture festival committee on a whim, meaning they now have to work with the student council president. But when Suzumura turns out to be the center of attention, Nanami and the prez get hot and bothered! Later, the culture festival itself turns into a day of chaos when both Nanami and Suzumura’s remarried parents and Suzumura’s estranged mom and sister show up!
Oct. 28th: Phantom of the Idol 8
The story of a lazy male idol, ready to quit (or get fired), and the peppy poltergeist who brings him back from the brink, and rocketing to the heights of stardom! This madcap musical comedy is perfect for fans of My Dress-Up Darling, Kiss Him, Not Me! and Horimiya.
THIS PHANTOM’S A CUTIE!
Yuya, one half of the boy pop duo ZINGS, may be the laziest performer in the Japanese music industry. His partner is out there giving 110% every night, but Yuya’s sloppy dancing and his frankly hostile attitude toward the audience has the fans hating him and his agent looking for any excuse to cut him loose. The career of a pop idol just isn’t the path of easy leisure Yuya expected…
After a particularly lifeless concert appearance, Yuya meets a girl backstage. All she wants from life is to perform. There’s just one problem: She’s been dead for a year.
Oct. 28th: Pink & Habanero, Vol. 4
Mugi’s finally made a move on Kurose! She mustered the courage to ask him out and got a shocking “yes” in reply! But on the day of, it looks like their lovely date is dead in the water when they get into a fight in an aquarium… Up until an irate Kurose blurts out “But I just can’t hate you!” and Mugi replies “Well, I really, really like you!” Did she just stumble into making a life changing confession!?
Oct. 28th: Spring Storm and Monster, Vol. 4
How dare Mr. Refreshing try to take Ranko away! After Nasu’s surprise admission, Kaya’s feeling more jealous and possessive about his Ran-chan than ever! And while Ranko might tend to indulge the whims of her little monster, even she has a limit to how much crap she’ll put up with from him. And with her budding friendship with Nasu on the line, who knows what might just push her over the edge…?!
Historical & Fantasy Romance
Oct. 7th: I Quit My Apprenticeship as a Royal Court Wizard to Become a Magic Item Craftswoman (Manga) Vol. 4
SECRETS DON’T REMAIN HIDDEN FOREVER.
Just another day saving a town from monsters? Not quite. Illya soon discovers the town is tied up in a conspiracy…one that could very well rock the entire nation to its core! Meanwhile, in the kingdom Illya fled from, a few people have become suspicious of her “death,” including the crown prince himself! With truths threatening to come out in the open, will Illya’s dreams of living a craftswoman’s simple life be shattered?
Oct. 7th: The Trapped Former Villainess Wants to Escape from the Sadistic Prince Vol. 3
NOT EVEN A FORMER VILLAINESS CAN KEEP SECRETS FROM A SADISTIC PRINCE!
Anna, an ordinary office worker who was suddenly reincarnated as Annelie, a villainous noblewoman in an 18+ otome game, finds herself being taken sweetly but fiercely night after night by the sadistic Prince Lienhard. One day, Anna discovers a large dog in the castle garden, and as the dog grows increasingly attached to her, she devises a plan to keep him a secret from Lienhard—at least until a handsome man with animal ears suddenly appears outside her window!
Oct. 7th: Vampire Knight: Memories, Vol. 10
Immortal tales of the past and present from the world of Vampire Knight.
These are the stories of what happened during the 1,000 years of Kaname’s slumber and the start of his human life.
Even after the diplomatic marriage between Ai and Taro, peace between humans and vampires remains precarious. Ren desires to have the weapon to protect peace, but Ai chooses to distance herself to avoid losing those who are dear to her. Meanwhile, Yuki looks back on her sin of desiring eternity for Zero…
Oct. 14th: Firefly Wedding, Vol. 4
Satoko dreams of marrying a noble but can’t escape the assassin who has her within his sights.
Afflicted with a heart condition, Meiji-era noblewoman Satoko is determined to secure a marriage that will benefit her family before she dies. But before she can realize her goal, she’s targeted by a mysterious assassin named Shinpei. In a last-ditch effort to save her life, Satoko asks her would-be murderer to marry her. Her proposal isn’t sincere, but unfortunately for her, Shinpei loves as intensely as he kills. Can Satoko find a way to break the engagement without losing her life?
Satoko’s bodyguard, Kotaro, comes to her rescue at last, but Satoko can’t quite bring herself to celebrate. If she leaves now, it means saying goodbye to Shinpei, the assassin who has saved her life time and time again. Making matters worse, seeing Satoko with Kotaro ignites a fierce jealousy in Shinpei that drives him to challenge Kotaro to an explosive showdown! As the two men clash, the truth behind Satoko’s kidnapper comes to light.
Oct. 14th: The Prince Is in the Villainess’ Way!, Volume 4
In this enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance, a reincarnated princess uses her wisdom and magical skills to alter her fate in this life — including thwarting the plans of the handsome prince she suspects was her murderer.
Based on the light novel series by Hiiro no Ame.
The Wise Princess Iris has a secret: she was formerly the Warrior Princess Fiona, who is set to meet a terrible fate. Armed with the knowledge of what’s yet to come, Iris aims to save the new Fiona — but how can she prepare for a future that’s already been altered? Meanwhile, Iris faces another potential threat when a lady of the nobility appears before her and claims to be her rival in love! If this noblewoman truly seeks to claim the throne, Iris must stay on guard…
When Iris and Prince Alvin set off for the Hidden Village to warn the villagers of an impending attack, they meet some familiar and new faces: Ash, Iris’s former friend, and Claudia, a cold and distant elf. Can Iris convince Claudia to hand over the secret to saving lives? Or will that pesky prince stir things up first?
Oct. 21st: Red River (3-in-1 Edition), Vol. 5
A 3-in-1 edition of the classic romance fantasy series where a modern girl is whisked to ancient times and must navigate a scheming court and warring factions while trying to find her way home.
Yuri, a modern teenager, is transported to ancient Anatolia as part of a scheme by the evil Nakia, queen of the Hittites. Only the intervention of Nakia’s stepson, Prince Kail, saves Yuri from the queen’s bloodthirsty intentions. As an unintended consequence of the prince’s actions, the people of Anatolia embrace Yuri as the incarnation of the great war goddess Ishtar.
Yuri and Kail continue to face the challenge of finding a way to protect their people without further bloodshed. At the same time, Nakia is trying to sabotage the only method that Yuri can use to ever return home.
Oct. 21st: The Margrave’s Daughter & the Enemy Prince, Volume 5
This enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance follows a strong-willed, sword-wielding heroine who takes control of her own destiny.
As Theo Eclipse’s machinations grow ever more sinister, it’s time for Anna and Kenneth to put their plans in motion.
Tensions rise as the grand tea party approaches, where Prince Kenneth must declare his engagement to Iris Eclipse or else risk his mother’s safety. With the king under Penelope Eclipse’s control—monitored closely by Theo himself—the Eclipses seem perilously close to seizing full control of Albion…
However, Anna and Kenneth have their own mission in mind. With Anna’s help, Kenneth must recruit the members of the salon to support his overthrow of the throne. In order to persuade them in time for the party, Anna must become that which she’s avoided all her life: an impeccable lady.
Oct. 28th: I Was Reincarnated as the Heroine on the Verge of a Bad Ending, and I’m Determined to Fall in Love!, Volume 6
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.
Reine and Julius set off for their summer retreat to the Waynewright estate, only to be greeted by the dreaded cousin Cecil! Reine reluctantly agrees to be tutored by Cecil in order to learn more about his academy classmate, a strange girl who calls herself a “heroine”… Is it possible that someone else was reborn in the same crappy dating sim as Reine?!
After spending the week apart from Reine, Julius’s jealous streak intensifies upon their return home when Reine goes to visit Yoshida’s family home. There, Reine is introduced to none other than Yoshida’s big sister, who challenges our determined heroine to a test of love…!
Oct. 28th: Nina the Starry Bride 12
Nina was plucked off the streets because she resembled a dead priestess–but is this a lucky break, or a new kind of curse? Winner of the Kodansha Manga Award, this fantasy shojo manga features intertwining constellations of palace intrigue and perilous romance, for fans of The Ancient Magus’ Bride, The Apothecary Diaries, and Snow White With the Red Hair.
Nina had a rough start to life, orphaned and stealing to survive, only to be abducted for her unusual lapis lazuli eyes. But to her surprise, her captor, Prince Azure, ordained that she would live the life of a princess…specifically, that of the recently deceased princess-priestess, Alisha, who had her same eyes. Despite her changing fortune, Nina won’t give up her old life without a fight. Azure might just be the one to finally match her wits, but how much can she trust him? And can she stop the feelings budding in her heart, knowing she must eventually marry another…?
Oct. 28th: The Condemned Villainess Goes Back in Time and Aims to Become the Ultimate Villain (Manga) Vol. 5
NEVER A MOMENT’S PEACE!
At long last, Claudia and Sylvester’s engagement is official, but before they can even celebrate, Sylvester is called away to deal with civil unrest. Remaining in the capital, Claudia is forced to entertain Prince Raul, a prince from the neighboring Bari Kingdom…and a very special customer from her previous life! As secrets and nostalgia threaten to tear apart everything Claudia has schemed for, will she be able to protect her newfound happiness?!
Light Novels
Oct. 21st: The Villainess and the Demon Knight (Light Novel) Vol. 4
THE HONEYMOON’S OVER
It’s been a long road since she was reincarnated as a villainess in an otome game, but Cecelia is now happily married to Lucas, the kingdom’s second prince and hero. Every day is full of newlywed bliss as her husband showers her with his intense love. Unfortunately for them, the pesky responsibilities of life beckon, and Lucas is pulled away from the bedroom once again. Leon, the crown prince, is set to be married, and it’s up to Lucas and Leon to travel to the desert kingdom of Magyar to bring his blushing bride back. And to everyone’s surprise, Magyar’s handsome prince Akim has come to call upon Cecelia in her beloved’s absence. But what could he possibly want with her?!
Oct. 28th: Heroine? Saint? No, I’m an All-Works Maid (And Proud of It)! (Light Novel) Vol. 4
ROMANCE? NOT FOR THIS MAID!
Melody, the marvelous maid of all work, does it again! She’s restored her lady’s house to perfection and all is back to normal. But what’s this? An invitation to the Summer Ball…for Melody?! With romance the last thing on her mind, Melody turns it down without a second thought. But once she realizes her lady’s true feelings toward the marquess’s son’s advances, Melody has a change of heart. Unable to bear witnessing Luciana potentially lose out on love, the mad maid swallows her pride and does the unthinkable: she dons a dress, brushes up on her dancing, and attends that ball! But when she gets there, she can’t help but wonder just who the mysterious doppelganger in the Saint’s skin calling Count Leginbarth “father” is…
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