Includes BL manga.hwa.hua, danmei, & light novels releases in English print.
May also include non-BL works that are “BL-coded” aka clearly meant for audiences who enjoy reading BL and graphic novels. All release dates are subject to change, but I’m *usually* pretty good about keeping them updated.
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Manga.hua.hwa
April 7th
BOSS, BXTCH, BABY Vol. 2
When financial issues put one man in a tough spot, he becomes the boy-toy to an unhinged corporate heir that was his former one-night stand. The hit Boys’ Love webtoon is now available in English print!
Hojin Koo is in deep trouble. Ruthless loan sharks are after him, demanding payment for a debt his runaway brother left behind. Just when he braces for the worst, a group of suited strangers swoops in to save him. But his relief is short-lived—his rescuer turns out to be a former one-night stand with a wild proposal: become his personal plaything for a year, and the debt disappears.
Reluctantly, Hojin agrees. At first, he’s nothing more than a pet for the eccentric corporate heir, but as time passes, he glimpses the loneliness beneath the man’s wealth and power. As their relationship evolves and emotions stir, is Hojin falling into something real—or just making another terrible mistake?
Covenant Vol. 5
In a world where priests are decked out in holy tattoos and brandish machine guns in the face of demons, a powerful exorcist and a mysterious boy cross paths . . . in a college classroom.
Erza’s faith is waning when God intervenes and sends him on a mission to protect Sunny, an outwardly normal human, from demonic forces. Looks can be deceiving, however, as Sunny proves to have hidden secrets and a bloody past nipping at his heels. Between Erza’s sunny sarcasm, and Sunny’s closed-off distant demeanor, the two struggle to find any common ground to bridge the gap. Yet, as much as the two bicker and retain distance, neither can help but be drawn to the other.
With his church under scrutiny and the threat of war on the horizon, will Ezra find his conviction in time to keep Sunny safe? Will Sunny even accept his help? Or will they both suffer the consequences??
From debut creator LySandra Vuong comes the first volume of the supernatural action webcomic that explores religious faith, a slow burn queer romance, the weight of destiny, and what it means to be good in a world plagued by demons.
Dear Benjamin Manwha Volume 3
An omega in hiding and an alpha with a dangerous past meet in a collision of desire and danger. Isaac has always lived as a beta, but his world turns upside down when he discovers he’s a recessive omega during an undercover operation. As he experiences his first heat cycle, he encounters Felix, a notorious and hyper-dominant alpha arms dealer. In the midst of a chaotic raid, Isaac, overwhelmed by his heat, seeks relief from Felix. Four years later, Isaac has reinvented himself as a modest florist in San Diego, trying to escape his tumultuous past and conceal his omega status. His peaceful life is shattered when Felix reappears. Felix is immediately infatuated with Isaac and, upon discovering that Isaac needs protection from an unknown threat, offers a dangerous but tempting deal; his protection in exchange for Isaac’s body. A flower shop isn’t the safest place for an omega with a past, especially when Felix is around even more so when Issac’s most precious secret may be uncovered…
Honey Bee & Lemon Balm 1
A former yakuza falls fast and hard for the delicate florist who sets him on the right path in this quirky and heartfelt BL manga!
This tender yet humorous boys’ love romance blooms at a sweet, gentle pace over 3 volumes. This easy entrypoint for readers new to BL is also perfect for veterans of the genre who enjoyed Love on the Horizon and The Metalhead Next Door.
Kaoru Mitsuya has all but given up on living a meaningful life. Ensnared at a young age by the temptations of organized crime, he has neither a penny to his name nor anything he holds truly dear. It is at this lowest point that he encounters Yuichiro Shirouzu—a delicately beautiful florist with a secret or two hidden beneath his kind demeanor. When Yuichiro offers Kaoru a job at his nighttime flower shop, it marks a turning point for Kaoru, both in how he lives his life, and whom he wishes to spend it with…
Love in the Palm of His Hand 03
Through sign language and acting, two young men seeking their places in the world discover a connection that transcends the spoken word.
“To think that just what I’ve always wanted to hear would come from someone I just met.”
Fujinaga is a university student who dreams of becoming an actor so he can do what he loves best—conveying emotion and story through physical expression. But after failing multiple auditions, his hopes are dashed and his confidence crushed. When he meets Keito, a fellow student with congenital hearing loss, Fujinaga is suddenly introduced to the world of sign language. Although clumsy at first, Fujinaga quickly picks up signing and surprises Keito with his astonishing talent of expressing emotions through action.
Is it that only in a place beyond all verbal limitations can two people, both yearning to be understood, forge a bond they never expected?
My Bias is Showing?! Vol. 2
When his school becomes the filming location for a new show starring his favorite idol, one teacher is tasked with toning down his simping! From the author of BL romance manhwa Hold Me Tight and the artist behind the steamy BL comedy manhwa Pleasure Principle!
High school teacher Na Aejoon has a secret obsession. He’s a total simp for the handsome Choi Siyeol from the popular idol group, A-One! Na Aejoon is so enamored with Siyeol that even his weekends are devoted to fanboying over—and dreaming about—the pop star. While he’d give anything to meet Siyeol even once in his lifetime, he’s accepted the fact that it’s not going to happen one day. Until it does.
Cast in a variety show, Siyeol is slated to be at Aejoon’s school for filming. And what’s better than seeing his idol every day? Catching his attention! Suddenly cast as Siyeol’s co-star, Aejoon must put on the ultimate act: not showing his rabid fan side, lest he creep Siyeol out. But as the two grow closer, keeping secrets will become more of a challenge—for both of them.
April 14th
A Nightingale Awaits the Blooming Love of Spring
A cheerful delinquent seeks fighting advice from his reformed-troublemaker teacher in this unconventional coming-of-age BL love story! Haruka and Narumi-sensei’s dynamic explores what it means to be a leader and a role model amidst the social and emotional turbulence of adolescence.
Spring is here—and with it, a new beginning for an old legend.
Third-year brawler Haruka Shirakawa finally claims the title of Top Fighter, only to learn his new Classic Lit teacher, Mr. Narumi, once held it too. Haruka’s friends want him to challenge Narumi and surpass the legend, but Haruka just wants to understand him.
After seeing a video of Narumi fighting in his prime, the fire in Narumi’s eyes ignites something in Haruka too: the blazing desire to grow stronger—and to grow up. And since Narumi won’t fight him, the least he can do is teach him to fight… and Mr. Narumi’s lessons strike deeper than any blow.
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Content Warnings: explicit sexual content, age gap, student-teacher relationship
Black or White, Vol. 12
Shin is a brand-new actor unfairly typecast as a villain, and Shige, his secret lover since college, is a rising star who often gets the role of the heartthrob good guy. With Shige’s popularity on the rise and Shin’s awkward personality making him resemble the villains he plays, the two can’t risk being seen together for fear of tainting Shige’s image. And to complicate matters further, their relationship has lacked physical intimacy since their disastrous first time together. Every good role needs its conflict, but will this couple call it a wrap when they suddenly find themselves in the spotlight?
Cherry Blossoms After Winter: Volume 4
Despite growing up together, these childhood friends have grown apart. The fan-favorite boys’ love manhwa turned K-drama comes to print for the first time.
Seo Haebom was seven years old when his parents died in an accident. With nowhere else to go, he moves in with the family of his childhood friend Jo Taesung, who suddenly grows cold and distant, destroying their friendship.
Now it’s their senior year of high school and, after years of barely speaking to each other, Haebom and Taesung are in the same class for the first time. Haebom struggles to make friends and is plagued by bullying, but after the handsome and popular Taesung fends off his most persistent bully, everything changes—they sit together at lunch and begin to act like friends again. Haebom is unsure what to make of the shift, but this could be his last chance to mend their relationship.
Dear Sister, I’ve Become a Blessed Maiden Vol. 1
When one man takes his sister’s place as a blessed maiden, his body becomes a magical tool for one arrogant sorcerer in this sexy Boys’ Love fantasy!
What seems like an ordinary spring break evening for Umehiko and his little sister, Momo, quickly turns to confusion when a mysterious symbol appears in the sky. Next thing the siblings know, they’re in a strange world that’s definitely not their own. But Umehiko is only concerned with making sure his sister gets back home safely. Unfortunately, right as he sends her back into the magical seal, he’s pulled away and stranded in a whole new world! Theodorus, a powerful sorcerer who’s been working tirelessly to summon a blessed maiden, declares that Umehiko will become his spring for unlimited power and puts a strange symbol on the confused man’s body. Suddenly, Umehiko is overcome with an uncontrollable lust—that only Theodorus can satisfy. Can he endure being the sorcerer’s new “blessed maiden,” or will he manage to find a way to escape?
His Favorite, Vol. 14
One hot guy, one funny-looking guy, one hilarious couple!
Awkward Yoshida is hated by all the girls in school for his perceived closeness with hot guy Sato, who uses hanging out with Yoshida as an excuse to turn them all down. If Yoshida is merely an excuse, why does Sato taunt him in private about “his favorite”? Is it possible Sato’s feelings run deeper than friendship? And what could he possibly see in the funny-looking Yoshida? Watch Yoshida’s life turn upside down with hilarious results!
May I Have a Taste?, Vol. 1
The life of a boring salaryman-turned-vampire gets turned upside down by handsome coworker who’s just dying for bite!
A scrupulous vampire happy with his mundane life finds himself perpetually tested by his bored—and very unscrupulous—coworker.
Office worker and 40-year-old virgin Minoru Sayo lives a simple, perhaps boring, life—at least until the day he is turned into a vampire! Unable to bring himself to drink human blood, he satiates his overwhelming thirst with cats. But one night, after a disastrous mixer, Minoru is pushed to his limits when a junior colleague passes out drunk, neck exposed, while waiting for the train. Unable to resist, Minoru sneaks a taste. But all is not what it seems with his hapless coworker, and Minoru’s life is about to take yet another unexpected turn!
I’ve been informed this is a bromance?? what THAT cover ???
I Want to See Me in Your Eyes
This spicy BL manga pairs protagonist Hinata with his unrequited love’s younger brother, Rou. In bridging the gap between childhood and adult friendships, Hinata and Rou investigate what it means to be “grown up”, struggling to reconcile how we see ourselves with how we want to be seen by others: in Rou’s case, as a romantic prospect for Hinata!
When Hinata‘s best friend, Makoto—with whom he’s been in unrequited love for years—moves in with his girlfriend, Hinata is heartbroken… That is, until Makoto’s younger brother, Toki—who may or may not be harboring some unrequited feelings of his own—suddenly decides to move in with Hinata!
Toki is like a little brother to Hinata! So when Toki rolls over in his sleep and starts kissing him, Hinata assumes it’s just a fluke. Toki must have been dreaming about somebody else, right? It’s not like Toki is totally in love with Hinata and desperately jealous of his feelings for Makoto… right?
And what if it is…? Are Hinata’s growing feelings for Toki just a bandaid for his broken heart? A replacement for Makoto? Or could there be real feelings and a real future between Hinata and his best friend’s brother?
April 21st
Everything for Demon King Evelogia Vol. 1
The Boys’ Love manga that inspired the anime! A man is transported into the video game he played as a child and finally has his chance to team up with the powerful Demon King, whom he’s always been in love with!
Toshiaki Ushito—better known as Gozu—is a social outcast. One day, he’s shot and killed… only to wake up inside the world of his favorite game! And right in front of him stands the very character he’s always had a massive crush on: Demon King Evelogia, the final boss. But Evelogia hasn’t come into his power yet—still in a younger form, quietly shaken by loneliness. Unable to hold back, Gozu blurts out: “I’ve fallen for you!” And just like that, his passionate pursuit of the Demon King begins?!
It’s Just a Dream… Right?! (Comic) Vol. 2
One man answers a want ad for a part-time job and winds up in a world of dreams—literally! A dreamy supernatural Boys’ Love comic about a charming himbo and his moody but cute boss.
When 24-year-old Jungoh answers an ad seeking an assistant for a shaman, he expects a straightforward part-time gig. The ad called for someone strong, patient, and quick on their feet—perfect for Jungoh. But when he arrives, he’s thrust into a bizarre world where the rules are anything but ordinary.
His boss, Shin Ibeom, is a grumpy yet undeniably cute shaman, cursed with uncontrollable arousal due to a nightmare seedling. As Ibeom’s assistant, Jungoh must help him navigate this strange situation while working inside people’s dreams. But the deeper they dive into the dream world, the more bizarre and unpredictable things become—especially as Jungoh finds himself battling a growing attraction to his mysterious boss.
What started as a simple job quickly turns into something far stranger, as Jungoh navigates both the surreal dream realm and the complexities of Ibeom’s heart!
Lover Boy, Vol. 5 *Final Vol.*
Right Person, Wrong Time
For Eunho Jung, there has always been one constant in life―his feelings for the boy next door, Jaeha Yoo. From a proposal at the age of three to a confession in his teenage years, the torch Eunho carries for the older man has never gone out…not even when Jaeha got married to a woman. With Eunho now in college, a chance meeting leads the two to reconnect, and Eunho will do everything in his power to make the recent divorcee his lover. There’s just a small hiccup―Jaeha has only ever seen him as a cute and annoying kid…
Shoot Juliet Down 2
Amidst the dark glamor of host club Velvet Kiss, Juri-also called Juliet-commands a vice-like grip on the number one position. Impressed by this poker-faced beauty’s supreme reign, newbie and number-two host Akatsuki decides he must learn Juliet’s secrets-and shoot him down from the top of the pack. But Akatsuki’s first up-close taste of Juliet’s intoxicating charm leaves him craving more than he’d expected. And as he may soon learn, some secrets are better left in their bottles, and the bullet that shoots through one heart might take out more than it bargained for…
Vol. 1 Review | Amazon | Bookshop
The Dashing Zaddy and His Icy Protégé 5
An outrageous BL manga about work, unlikely friends, and problems down there! At age 40, Takanashi is in the prime of his life, heading up a high-performing sales team and driving all the ladies crazy. Yet he turns them all down, because he has trouble performing in the bedroom! What will he do when a rising star on his team finds out his secret?!
Vol. 1 Review | Amazon | Bookshop
Waiting for You at the End of the Runway
A retired actor/model, Chihaya, is assigned to manage up-and-coming model (and his childhood friend) Shion! An emotional BL love story between childhood friends reconnecting as adults in the entertainment industry!
Having grown up in the spotlight as a renowned child actor, Chihaya is finally ready to step offstage for good.
After announcing his retirement, Chihaya is appointed to manage an up-and-coming model returning from abroad: Shion—Chihaya’s childhood friend, whom he hasn’t seen in three years.
The last time they saw each other, they were consumed by lust and almost crossed a line… until Chihaya stopped them. And Shion never forgot it.
Now forced to work together, old embers of desire begin to spark between them, and Chihaya and Shion must confront their long-buried feelings and decide what they are to each other before the paparazzi has a chance to decide for them…!
April 28th
A Long & Short Love Story
Ibuki and Kippei are next-door neighbors and have known each other since they were little. They go to the same school, chat about their favorite music, and watch the summer fireworks together―no two friends could be closer. But when Ibuki kisses Kippei, their relationship changes…
Bride of Ignat, Volume 1
This beautifully illustrated, award-winning fantasy BL tells the story of Rita, a young man chosen by his village to become the “Dragon’s Bride”, and Ignat, the mythical dragon to whom Rita is sacrificed. Only the warmth of Rita’s loving determination is enough to thaw Ignat’s long-frozen heart in this sweeping mystical romance by rising star of the BL world, Moyori Mori. A 2025 Chill Chill Award winner!
“If life is meaningless no matter where you are…” Rita, a lonely boy, is chosen as the “Dragon’s Bride” by the village custom. The ancient legend of the “Snowy Mountain Dragon” is now nothing more than a legend, but Rita, unable to find his role in the village, accepts the sacrifice while realizing that it is to reduce the number of mouths to feed. Rita, who was left alone and freezing in the snowstorm, is saved by Ignat, a beautiful dragon in human form. Rita’s eyes sparkle because the dragon really exists, and he is able to fulfill his role as a “bride”, but Ignat rejects him, saying “I don’t need a bride”. Still, Rita cannot give up, and he learns the secret of the ritual to turn humans into “dragons”. A silent dragon x a fearless sacrifice. A fantasy BL story of a non-human marriage that will heal your frozen heart!
Clumsy Kiss
From the author of Kind of a Wolf and Fox-Colored Jealousy comes a coming-of-age romance that starts with a misunderstanding between a super hottie and a late bloomer! With graduation on the horizon, pure-hearted Kumai only has one thing in mind―to get a girlfriend! He hasn’t been able to put himself out there due to a past heartbreak but seeing all his fellow classmates getting into relationships, Kumai’s decided it’s time to take a step forward. He shoots his shot with a mutual over text and to his delight, she agrees! They even set up to have a lunch date the very next day! But uh…why did Sasahara, the hottest guy in school show up instead? And why’s he acting like they’re dating…?
Hirano and Kagiura, Vol. 5
Akira Kagiura has decided. He will marry him. Taiga Hirano, roommate―and the most perfect man who has ever existed! After all, Hirano’s bad boy vibe doesn’t really matter when he acts so sweet. Like when he wakes Kagi up every morning or cheers him on when he’s feeling down…So now there’s only one thing left to do: enact his grand plan and overcome the first hurdle―confessing his feelings!From the creator of Sasaki and Miyano― the story of Miyano’s bad boy senpai and his BL life with his roommate!
My Lover Is Just Too Innocent to Handle, Vol. 1
Hasegawa is a bit of a high school nobody. He’s plain, quiet, and unassuming…so it’s a huge shock when Hiyama, the sunny social butterfly of their class, suddenly confesses to him! But how do you date a classmate you’ve never even spoken to before? By starting a good old-fashioned diary exchange, of course! Entry by entry, two romance novices find a way to bridge the gap between them―and maybe even discover love along the way…
Painter of the Night Vol. 3
A dark romance about a painter who refuses to paint and a nobleman who will do anything to make him. The full-color Boys’ Love webtoon/manhwa sensation finally makes its way to English print! And don’t miss out on seeing these characters (and others!) in Lezhin’s new BL game, Zerowake GATES!
Na-kyum is a talented artist who excels in painting beautiful gay erotica, though he does so under a pseudonym. Yet recently, he has given up painting, vowing never to create lewd art again. But the notoriously lust-driven nobleman Seungho Yoon didn’t get the memo—nor will he accept it—and forces Na-kyum to become his in-house painter, demanding the artist create his erotic works just for Seungho to enjoy. Can Na-kyum endure being Seungho’s personal painter of the night or will the late-night activities be too much for him? For Mature Readers.
The Summer Hikaru Died, Vol. 7
It has Hikaru’s face. It has Hikaru’s voice. It even has Hikaru’s memories. But whatever came down from the mountains six months ago isn’t Yoshiki’s best friend. Whatever it is, it’s dangerous. Carrying on at school and hanging out as if nothing has changed—as if Hikaru isn’t gone—would be crazy…but when it looks so very like Hikaru…and acts so very like Hikaru…
Wandervogel, Volume 2: Sense of Wonder
A romantic mystery filled that keeps readers guessing, this is a fantastical BL story for those who love a quick read.
“I can even turn the stories in your head into a novel.”
Okitsu, who had been wandering around Okinawa and had been sleeping rough, takes refuge in the home of novelist Ibu after a typhoon. Ibu claims to be able to read other people’s minds, and from the moment they first meet, he shows interest in Okitsu, who suffers from claustrophobia due to past trauma…!?
Is he a delusional maniac or a liar? A vivid and stormy night spent with a man with mysterious powers──!!
Danmei
April 7th
The Villain’s White Halo (Novel) Vol. 2
One man’s attempt to become the Final Boss goes completely awry when his buff item earns him sympathy instead of fear! Up against the Hero and chased by the very company who sold him the item, can he still manage to achieve his dastardly dreams?
Yin Biyue feels scammed. After dying as a two-bit villain in a multitude of worlds, he dreamed of becoming the Final Boss in the next world he’s reborn into. Unfortunately, the malevolent Fiend Halo he purchased from the Rebirth Company seems to be malfunctioning. Instead of inspiring fear in those who inhabit his new reality, his fellow cultivators see him as…a do-gooder. And this includes the bleeding-heart protagonist, Luo Mingchuan—the very man who Yin Biyue just tried to murder!
Before Yin Biyue knows it, he’s surrounded by allies and the fallout of a misunderstanding that makes everyone in his cultivation sect think he’s the victim. How is he supposed to achieve his dastardly dreams now?! Especially when the mysteries of his forgotten past keep popping up when he least expects them.
April 21st
Ballad of Sword and Wine: Qiang Jin Jiu (Novel) Vol. 7
The fan-favorite danmei/Boys’ Love novel series originally released in Chinese!
In this historical tale of war and political intrigue, an intense relationship burns between the son of an infamous traitor and the vengeful nobleman who despises him…at first.
Shen Zechuan is the eighth son of the traitorous Prince of Jianxing, a man who doomed his cities and people to destruction at the hands of the foreign enemy. As the only surviving member of his reviled line, Shen Zechuan is dragged to the capital in chains. He bears the hatred of the nation, but no one’s hate burns hotter than that of Xiao Chiye, the youngest son of the powerful Prince of Libei.
Xiao Chiye would love nothing more than to see Shen Zechuan dead–but against all odds, he clings to life. Rather than succumb to his family’s disgrace, he becomes a thorn in Xiao Chiye’s side, clawing his way into the cutthroat political world of the capital. Yet as these two bitter enemies beat against the bonds of their fate, they find themselves kindred spirits, unlikely allies…and perhaps something more.
This Chinese historical fiction tale built around the desire between two men (danmei) has attracted fans from around the world and inspired a comic and an audio drama. The Seven Seas English-language edition includes exclusive new covers and interior illustrations.
Copper Coins: Tong Qian Kan Shi (Novel) Vol. 3 **Final Vol.**
In this historical fantasy danmei (Boys’ Love), a monk with amnesia and two raggedy paper dolls inhabited by a dragon and a ghost embark on a journey to reclaim their former glory. But can they endure each other long enough to find what they seek?
Under the pale glow of dawn, Xue Xian—once a mighty dragon, now a handmade paper effigy—is moments away from being exorcised. The worst part? He doesn’t see it coming. Spellbound into his form alongside the ever-irritating Jiang Shining—a restless ghost caught up in the dragon’s misfortunes—the two must navigate a perilous path to settle long-standing scores.
Enter Xuanmin, an enigmatic monk drawn to the ruins of Jiang Manor by the lingering traces of a sinister curse. Finding two crude paper figures he surmises to be evil spirits, he tosses them into his pouch, taking the dragon and ghost along for the ride. Furious at his new predicament, Xue Xian swears revenge: If he must suffer this journey, he’ll make sure the aloof monk suffers right alongside him.
Thus begins an unusual pilgrimage, where three unlikely companions—an exiled dragon, a restless ghost, and a monk without a past—must unravel the tangled mysteries of their fates.
Set in ancient China, a ragtag trio seeks to reclaim their former glory in this rollicking danmei adventure!
April 28th
Dinghai Fusheng Records (Novel) Vol. 4
In an ancient China where magic has been nearly extinguished, two young men must work together to prevent the destruction of all life. (Takes place in the same universe as Legend of Exorcism.)
Once, ancient China was brimming with magic…but three hundred years ago, the Spiritual Qi of the Heavens and Earth dried up in the Silence of All Magic. Hundreds of years with no spiritual qi have allowed resentment to build unchecked, and it’s only a matter of time before calamity descends and the world is plunged into chaos and destruction. Once-powerful exorcists have done their best to preserve their legacy in the centuries since, but now only one remains: Chen Xing, now tasked with venturing out into the war-torn world to prevent the impending apocalypse.
Chen Xing’s sole magical ability is a heart lamp, a supernatural light source that’s supposed to guide him to the destined Protector who will fight at his side. The heart lamp picks Xiang Shu, a mysterious stranger with no interest in being a hero—but fate has other plans for them both. A terrifying conspiracy looms over the Divine Land, and whether Xiang Shu likes it or not, Chen Xing may be his only hope of thwarting the impending darkness.
Legend of Exorcism: Tianbao Fuyao Lu (Novel) Vol. 5
In this thrilling high fantasy adventure set in ancient China, a naive young man must join hands with an unlucky general to protect the mortal world from evil spirits. This danmei novel series takes place in the same universe as Dinghai Fusheng Records and inspired multimedia adaptations, including the animated series/donghua!
In the mystical Taihang Mountains, where magic flows and powerful yao roam, Hongjun has grown up sheltered from the human world. A half-yao himself, he’s never had reason to leave—until the mountain’s ruler sends him on a dangerous mission: hide his true nature and join the Great Tang Department of Demonic Exorcism in Chang’an.
Upon arriving in the bustling capital, Hongjun meets Li Jinglong, a luckless soldier with no spiritual power tasked with leading a team of extraordinary exorcists. Together, they and their enigmatic companions must face the dark forces threatening the city. But as a bond begins to bloom between Hongjun and Li Jinglong, Hongjun wonders: Can he trust Li Jinglong with the truth of who—and what—he is?
The White Cat’s Divine Scratching Post (Novel) Vol. 2
Surviving death is one thing, but can a reborn demonic cultivator survive studying under the high brow of his new—and oddly familiar—cat-like master? See how his plans go from purrfect to near cat-tastrophe in this hiss-terical rom-com! From the author of The Wife Comes First: Qi Wei Shang, also available from Seven Seas.
In his former life, Mo Tianliao was a feared demonic cultivator, renowned for forging spiritual weapons of devastating power. But just as he was about to complete a weapon capable of destroying the world, the righteous sects banded together to take him down. Before his death, he managed one final act of devotion: Saving his beloved white kitten.
Four hundred years later, Mo Tianliao awakens in the body of a divine tree—alive, but stripped of spiritual power. To survive in this new era, he must start over from scratch by joining a righteous sect as a humble disciple.
His new master? Qingtong—a man of ethereal beauty and unmistakably feline mannerisms. And the more time Mo Tianliao spends with him, the more he begins to suspect that this aloof, elegant cultivator is not the stranger he pretends to be.
Light Novels + Novels
April 7th
KinnPorsche (Novel) Vol. 6
The Thai Boys’ Love novel that inspired the hit live-action drama KinnPorsche: The Series!
In this action-packed romance, a hot-tempered college student is sucked into the criminal underworld after a chance encounter with the heir to a crime family.
Ever since the tragic death of his parents, Porsche’s life has been a balancing act between attending college and bartending to support his younger brother and pay off his deadbeat uncle’s gambling debt. When he witnesses a gang of thugs attacking a handsome young man in the alley behind his bar, he’s reluctant to intervene—until he’s offered fifty thousand baht to help the stranger escape.
The stranger is known as Kinn, the second son of a notorious crime family. Impressed with Porsche’s fighting skills, Kinn makes a proposition: if Porsche agrees to become his personal bodyguard, his debts will be absolved. Porsche doesn’t want any trouble, especially not the kind of trouble Kinn deals in. But Kinn always gets what he wants.
The KinnPorsche novel series, originally written in the Thai language, inspired the wildly popular and internationally acclaimed live-action drama, KinnPorsche: The Series, which Teen Vogue called “a thrilling, lush and gargantuan tale of love and sin” (2022). Seven Seas is releasing the first-ever English edition of the original novels with new internal illustrations, similar to the Chinese-language books in the Seven Seas Danmei label. Recommended for Mature Audiences.
April 14th
Associate Professor Akira Takatsuki’s Conjecture EX (Volume 1)
Professor Mitani, a specialist in modern Japanese history, shows up at Takatsuki’s office clutching a mysterious doll. After Mitani posted a photo of it to his blog, someone claiming to be the granddaughter of the doll’s original owner reached out, describing how it used to grow hair and move around on its own. Takatsuki’s ghost story sensors start tingling, and he drags a reluctant Naoya along with him to investigate… What is the secret of the cursed doll? Why is Naoya suddenly getting called “Dog Boy” by the graduate students? And how does Kenji end up helping Akira on his day off? Find out the answers to all these questions and more in this short story collection from the wonderful world of Akira Takatsuki!
*NOT BL (bl-coded)
Shanti (light novel)
In the dark corners of a 1920s city where wealth and poverty, dreams and despair all coalesce, a boy named Sangha lives humbly with his beloved little sister. Their fragile happiness is soon shattered by the iron fist of the mafia that rules over the city. Sangha is left broken, sinking into the depths of despair, until someone reaches out to him―a man with a carefree, frivolous smile. What awaits Sangha next, salvation or damnation?!
not sure if bl/ bl-coded??? but marked as shoujo??
You Can Have My Back, Vol. 4 (light novel): Destined Souls (Extra Edition)
I’ll Never Let You Go Again…When Ionia, proud knight of the realm, loses his life in a violent insurrection, his memories are inherited by a boy born one day after his death. Years later, Leorino Cassieux, fourth son of the Margrave of Brungwurt and blessed with angelic beauty, begins to see Ionia’s memories in his dreams. He relives Ionia’s ill-fated romance with the king’s younger brother, Prince Gravis, as well as his death at the hands of a traitor to the kingdom! But as Leorino tries to make sense of the feeling swelling in his chest, he stumbles too close to the truth of that fateful day. The traitor’s identity is revealed, and in a panic, the traitor threatens to end himself and take Leorino with him! As Leorino’s life hangs in the balance, he instinctively cries out for his only hope: the love of his past life, Gravis.
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