Approaching Check... and Mate? In a bid to improve Yurgenschmidt, Ferdinand begins a revolution aimed at overthrowing the distorted royal family and putting a true Zent on the throne. But this is not a revolution that can pass unopposed... Light Novel, SC, 328pgs, B&W

The average Mukouda Tsuyoshi is summoned to a world of swords and sorcery, and he's ready for an adventure of a lifetime! Too bad the kingdom pulled him by mistake. His stats are so laughable compared to the other heroes that he leaves immediately to make his own way with his unique shopping skill! Taking on a slight alias, "Mukohda" has caught the attention of a legendary fenrir, along with a baby slime, thanks to his cooking abilities! His number one fan, Ninrir, the goddess with a sweet tooth, is desperate for more of his otherworldly meals, but unfortunately for her, she's not the only divinity to take notice of him! Light Novel, SC, 552pgs, B&W

A demon who yearns for the human world gets her wish but finds that danger will always follow close behind. In the Holy Kingdom of Talitelud, the second prince welcomes his precious newborn Yulucia as a blessing—but no one suspects the truth: she's a devil in disguise. Once a fearsome demon of the shadowy realm, Yulucia longed for a brighter world filled with family, friends, and light. Defying her dark origins, she tore through a summoning gate and was reborn as a human baby. Now revered as the prophesied Saint, Yulucia hides her demonic hunger beneath an innocent facade. But how long can she keep her secret? As dangerous schemes close in and whispers of her true nature spread, Yulucia must balance her love for humanity with the darkness that still resides within. And while she may have escaped the shadows, they are never far behind—and neither is her hunger. Light Novel, SC, 5x7, 396pgs, B&W

All I wanted was to be a regular highschooler, and that wish is why I'm here right now. My name is Nagisa Natsunagi, and I'm just a high school girl, nothing more-not yet anyway. If there's one thing that's different about me, it's that, up until recently, I was too sick to come to school. Miraculously, I received a new heart, and the surgery was successful. Now I'm finally living the life I always wanted! But I can't help wondering about my donor... I hear there's a boy in town who can solve any case. Maybe he can help me? Light Novel, SC, 184pgs, B&W

Empress Boa learns a little bit more about love, Tashigi confronts an existential crisis (and some nasty backwater pirates!), Reiju recall’s her brother Sanji’s love of food, and baby Uta finds her voice. Also check out the bonus story in which Nami and Robin bond with a little seafaring self-care! SC, 176pgs, B&W

Toshihiko is a cram school teacher whose strikingly handsome features drive men and women alike to obsession. Though he has grown used to the strange behavior his looks inspire, his life takes a frightening turn when an unsettling woman begins to stalk him, leaving threatening letters at his door and following his every move. After his pursuer’s actions escalate into attacking one of his students, Toshihiko seeks the help of the Sasaki Agency, an investigative firm specializing in the paranormal. Meanwhile, a bizarre urban legend concerning a woman who haunts the dreams of children starts making the rounds among local elementary schoolers. It’s clear the two cases are somehow connected, but can the Sasaki Agency tease out the links between them before another victim is claimed? Light Novel, SC, 256pgs, B&W

This anthology contains the novella Old Soldiers Never Die and the following short stories: - Fight or Flight - The Beguiling - Echoes of the Tomb - Sector Thirteen - Traitor's Gambit - A Mug of Recaff - The Smallest Detail - The Little Things - Last Night at the Resplendent - The Bigger They Are - The Only Good Ork - Three Questions - Rotten to the Core

ONE BOY’S QUEST TO PROVE HIMSELF Almark, the son of a mercenary, has known nothing but conflict in the war-torn North. Despite being told that he has an affinity for magic, he chose to hone his combat skills on the battlefield as a child soldier. But his father wishes for him to become a mage in the peaceful southlands, so Almark travels to the Norkh Institute for Magic where he quickly discovers that life in the South is unlike anything he’s ever seen. For one, Southerners view the Northerners as barbarians, a prejudice that may be as insurmountable as the rift between nobles and commoners. While hiding his mercenary lineage and getting help from his new friends, Almark takes his first steps toward becoming a full-fledged mage! Light Novel, SC, 196pgs, B&W

SINS OF THE FATHER As Shen Zechuan attempts to consolidate power in Zhongbo with the aid of Yao Wenyu, his greatest stumbling block continues to be his own name. No matter how great his deeds, so long as he bears the stain of the traitor Shen Wei, he remains foiled in his ambitions. If Shen Zechuan is to expand his hold over the region, he must find a way to overcome his past. Meanwhile, in the north, Xiao Chiye struggles to find his footing in the Libei Armored Cavalry. Their enemy Amur has sent his most powerful general northward, and the cavalry find themselves pressed back time and again by an adversary who seems to anticipate their every move. Xiao Chiye is hungry to step out of his father and brother’s shadow and become the commander who carries Libei to victory—but can he prove himself before it’s too late? Novel, SC, 6x8, 454pgs, B&W

Life hasn't been kind to Zenos. He was born in the slums, and his dirt-poor background has denied him almost every opportunity. One day, he has a chance encounter with a healer, and it sparks inspiration in him to study. He has a short stint of adventuring with a disrespectful party, who eventually kicks him out once he's outlived his usefulness. Bereft of money and options, he puts his talents elsewhere and opens an underground clinic. Word spreads quickly about the brilliant healer in the city's shadowy underbelly. Can Zenos buck the odds and carve out a life for himself in a world that's spit in his face, and can he save the lives of the patients who wind up on his doorstep in the process? Light Novel, SC, 200pgs, B&W

GONE IN A FLASH! Becoming proficient in the Way of the Flash is a tall order, and Liam has plateaued. Honing his skills further will be tough at this point—to say nothing of passing those skills along to Ellen! Hoping that his master, Yasushi, can help him through this rough patch, Liam goes to track him down. But finding Yasushi at long last doesn’t entitle Liam to a crash course in the Way of the Flash. Instead, he discovers that he’ll need to deal with a “flashy” imposter... Light Novel, SC, 5x7, 424pgs, B&W

A cozy coffin for two becomes one recluse’s reality when he wakes up in the frigid body of a thousand-year-old corpse! Can he find his footing in this new body? Even then, can he survive the passionate doting of his handsome—and quite unhinged—coffinmate? Wang Xiaomie, a reclusive gay virgin, wakes up to a shocking reality: he now inhabits the body of a thousand-year-old corpse, dressed in elaborate wedding attire. Even more bizarre, he finds himself sharing a coffin with Wen Fengjin, an immortal warrior who has spent centuries waiting for the return of his lost lover! Now trapped in a lavish mausoleum, undead and constantly ravenous, Wang Xiaomie’s only source of sustenance is a magical peach blossom tree that keeps his heart beating. But survival isn’t the only challenge—he must also avoid grave robbers and, more troubling still, conceal his growing attraction to the hot, yet utterly unhinged, immortal who will stop at nothing—even murder—to protect his beloved. Novel, SC, 5x7, 400pgs, B&W

POPE PHILIA?! Philia’s hope of wedded bliss is interrupted by the news that the pope, sacred leader of her faith, has passed—and that his will names her as his successor?! Together with her fiancé Prince Osvalt, she heads to the neighboring nation of Dalbert, seat of the papacy, to investigate how this came to be. There, the duo finds proof of a conspiracy that tampered with the pope’s will! Can they get to the bottom of this? Or is Philia’s newfound happiness in Parnacorta doomed to be short-lived? Light Novel, SC, 5x7, 276pgs, B&W

The official prequel novel to the hit Umbrella Academy series on Netflix, starring a teenaged Umbrella Academy in an original, darkly comic adventure! The Umbrella Academy has always been extraordinary—ready to leap to superpowered action at a moment's notice. But the only thing Luther, Diego, Allison, Klaus, Ben, and Viktor want is to be normal... which is much easier said than done, when you're raised by someone like Hargreeves. Klaus suggests that they all need a change of scenery—just one night of partying like a bunch of average teens. In fact, Klaus knows just the place; there's a frat house in a neighboring college town that throws weekend blowouts. What could go wrong? They soon realize sneaking out of Hargreeves's house—er, fortress—is the least of their concerns. When the six teens pledge not to use their powers under any circumstances, they fail to factor in the sheer force of teen drama. Faced with weird earthquakes, weirder partygoers, and a possible new foe, the Umbrella Academy must choose between the night they always dreamed of and an unexpected mission that may save the world! Novel, SC, 6x8, 320pgs, B&W

The original novel behind the hit fantasy romance comic! When a college student with a tragic past picks up reverse harem video game Daughter of the Duke's Super Love Project, she immediately sees herself in one of the characters. Not the adored heroine of easy mode Ivonne, no—but the protagonist of hard mode, misunderstood villain Penelope. Little did she know that she'd go to sleep playing the story... and wake up in Penelope's body! The only way to escape the game world? Charm one of the love interests and reach his good ending. But with affection meters starting in the negatives and the inability to speak without choosing from pre-selected dialogue, it quickly becomes clear that a single wrong move means her demise-and this villain might just be destined to die! Light Novel, SC, 338pgs, B&W

IT TAKES A KILLER TO CATCH A KILLER When magic spread from the nobility to the masses, crime rates skyrocketed in the Las Lilte Empire. Rogue Macabesta is a detective known for overwhelming magic-wielding perps with his physical strength. After all his hard work putting criminals behind bars, he’s more than ready for the quiet desk-job promotion he’s been promised. However, when he arrives at the top secret Sixth Precinct, he learns he’ll have to work alongside convicted witches to track down a mysterious figure called the Lifetaker, who’s using time magic to kill. The witches may be bound with collars that restrict their power, but the detective’s not sure if they’ll help him solve the case... or compete with the Lifetaker to see who gets rid of him first! Light Novel, SC, 184pgs, B&W

THE GODS WORK IN MYSTERIOUS WAYS When Lorna manifests a completely useless ability, she’s labeled an embarrassment to her family and kicked out of the house. With no money or food, she’s about to hit rock bottom. But then, she figures out how to use her supposedly worthless SSS-Rank skill, “Internet.” This cheat-level talent gives her the know-how to gather an unlimited amount of valuable items and easily acquire rare equipment. Armed with godlike knowledge, Lorna’s free to do anything she wants! If only she could figure out what “lmfao” means... Light Novel, SC, 232pgs, B&W

THE DEAD SHALL RISE As winter descends, Chen Xing and Xiang Shu journey north beyond the Great Wall in search of the elusive Dinghai Pearl—only to find that the politics among the tribes of the Chi Le Covenant are just as treacherous as those of the Imperial Capital. But political strife is not the only danger that awaits them. Restless spirits stir awake, turning their journey into a battle for survival on the icy plains. As Chen Xing refuses to turn back and Xiang Shu struggles to balance duty and destiny, the path ahead grows ever more perilous—one that may force them to fight not just for their mission, but for each other. Novel, SC, 350pgs, B&W

ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK... Possessed by the Saint while dungeon-clearing, Olivia dares to act against her bullies. Those actions quickly lead her to butt heads with Angelica, the prince’s fiancée. The prince’s soft spot for Olivia has Angelica’s hackles raised, and she might finally lash out in earnest at the scholarship student... Despite Olivia’s difficulties with dungeon-clearing, Leon and Marie have been assigned that exact task. Their dungeon trip may prove just as disastrous as Olivia’s! Even if they avoid outright possession, can they steer clear of the dungeon’s myriad other subterranean dangers?! light novel, SC, 5x7, 284pgs, B&W

The blockbuster danmei/Boys' Love novels from China that inspired the animated Scumbag System series streaming in English! This comedic tale of a man reborn as a villain in a fantasy novel series who ends up romancing the male protagonist is now in English, for the very first time! Half-demon Luo Binghe rose from humble beginnings and a tortured past to become unrivaled in strength and beauty. With his harem of over three hundred wives, and dominion over both the human and demonic realms, he is truly the most powerful protagonist-in a trashy web novel series! At least, that's what Shen Yuan, online alias "Peerless Cucumber," believes as he finishes reading the final chapter in Proud Immortal Demon Way. But when a combination of rage and a poor meal choice leads to his death, Shen Yuan finds himself reborn into the world of the web novel, in the body of Shen Qingqiu-the beautiful but cruel teacher to a young Luo Binghe. Although as Shen Qingqiu, he now has incredible power and abilities as a cultivator, he's destined to be horrifically punished for crimes against the protagonist, so this new Shen Qingqiu has only one course of action: get into Luo Binghe's good graces before the young man's rise to power. That's the only way he'll escape the awful fate of a true scum villain! This fantasy (xianxia) comedy built around the romanticized love between two men (danmei) was the first series by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu to spur a global multimedia franchise, followed by her later blockbusters Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation and Heaven Official's Blessing. The Seven Seas English-language edition will include exclusive, all-new covers and interior illustrations from Xiao Tong Kong (Velinxi) and feature a translation by Faelicy (faelicy) & Lily (lily_ocho). Novel, SC, 6x9, 400pgs, B&W

The life of a traveling merchant is a lonely one, a fact with which Kraft Lawrence is well acquainted. Wandering from town to town with just his horse, cart, and whatever wares have come his way, the peddler has pretty well settled into his routine—that is, until the night Lawrence finds a wolf goddess asleep in his cart. Taking the form of a fetching girl with wolf ears and a tail, Holo has wearied of tending to harvests in the countryside and strikes up a bargain with the merchant to lend him the cunning of “Holo the Wisewolf” to increase his profits in exchange for taking her along on his travels. What kind of businessman could turn down such an offer? Lawrence soon learns, though, that having an ancient goddess as a traveling companion can be a bit of a mixed blessing. Will this wolf girl turn out to be too wild to tame? SC, 240pgs

The riveting first-person narrative of a young man who grows to be the most notorious magician his world has ever seen. From his childhood in a troupe of traveling players, to years spent as a near-feral orphan in a crime- ridden city, to his daringly brazen yet successful bid to enter a legendary school of magic, The Name of the Wind is a masterpiece that transports readers into the body and mind of a wizard. It is a high-action novel written with a poet's hand, a powerful coming-of-age story of a magically gifted young man, told through his eyes: to read this book is to be the hero. 736 p

Hugo Award winner. Shadow is a man with a past. But now he wants nothing more than to live a quiet life with his wife and stay out of trouble. Until he learns that she's been killed in a terrible accident. Flying home for the funeral, as a violent storm rocks the plane, a strange man in the seat next to him introduces himself. The man calls himself Mr. Wednesday, and he knows more about Shadow than is possible. He warns Shadow that a far bigger storm is coming. And from that moment on, nothing will ever he the same...

Here is the first volume in George R. R. Martin's magnificent cycle of novels that includes A Clash of Kings and A Storm of Swords. As a whole, this series comprises a genuine masterpiece of modern fantasy, bringing together the best the genre has to offer. Magic, mystery, intrigue, romance, and adventure fill these pages and transport us to a world unlike any we have ever experienced. Already hailed as a classic, George R. R. Martin's stunning series is destined to stand as one of the great achievements of imaginative fiction. A GAME OF THRONES Long ago, in a time forgotten, a preternatural event threw the seasons out of balance. In a land where summers can last decades and winters a lifetime, trouble is brewing. The cold is returning, and in the frozen wastes to the north of Winterfell, sinister and supernatural forces are massing beyond the kingdom's protective Wall. At the center of the conflict lie the Starks of Winterfell, a family as harsh and unyielding as the land they were born to. Sweeping from a land of brutal cold to a distant summertime kingdom of epicurean plenty, here is a tale of lords and ladies, soldiers and sorcerers, assassins and bastards, who come together in a time of grim omens. Here an enigmatic band of warriors bear swords of no human metal; a tribe of fierce wildlings carry men off into madness; a cruel young dragon prince barters his sister to win back his throne; and a determined woman undertakes the most treacherous of journeys. Amid plots and counterplots, tragedy and betrayal, victory and terror, the fate of the Starks, their allies, and their enemies hangs perilously in the balance, as each endeavors to win that deadliest of conflicts: the game of thrones.