Socrates in Love is a bittersweet journey of young love, enduring devotion, and heartbreaking loss. Affectionately known in Japan as Sekachu (short for Sekai no Chushin de Ai wo Sakebu), the incredible popularity of Katayama's novel developed into a social phenomenon in Japan and drove it to become one of the classic love stories of all time. Socrates in Love took the Japanese publishing industry by storm, becoming the all-time best-selling novel in Japan! Finally, U.S. readers will be able to experience the phenomenon that became the inspiration for a blockbuster movie, a hit TV show, and a popular manga. A national sensation that touched over three million readers, Kyoichi Katayama brought innocent love and romance to the forefront of Japan's ultra-hip mass market.

“As long as she’s happy, I don’t care what happens to me!” So swore Jennifer when she gave birth to her daughter at the age of sixteen. Unable to support the child herself, she had to give her away. Twelve years later, she hasn’t heard a word about her daughter and Jennifer has become a successful car dealership manager. She is intent on her work when a charming man named Brian appears. He is looking for the birth mother of his twelve-year-old niece, who just lost her foster family to a terrible tornado.… Will Jennifer reunite with her daughter? [Taken from Romance Comics]

Every night, the distressed and frightening sound of a girl counting dishes echoes throughout the Aoyama residence located in the renowned Ushigome-Gomon part of the old capital of Edo. The tale of this fearsome place begins with the residence's master, a lascivious and ne'er-do-well individual, his jealous wife, and Kiku, the young and attractive girl that becomes indentured to this household. It doesn't take long for the master to make a play for Kiku. One day, however, Kiku is unfairly blamed for breaking a dish treasured as an Aoyama heirloom, and is made to pay the ultimate price. However, the nights to follow would be disrupted with the sounds of Kiku looking for that certain dish... [from Renta!](https://en-renta.papy.co.jp/)

Pairing: Lavi x Kanda

The court pharmacist, **Tianna**, devoted herself daily to her work in order to save people. Just as her efforts were recognized and she received a promotion, a "special mark" appeared on her body. It was a sign that she was the "fated partner" of Emperor **Safir**...!? While the search for the bride was underway throughout the entire court, Tianna, who only wished to continue her work as a pharmacist, decided to conceal her true identity. However, to her astonishment, Tianna was appointed as the **personal pharmaceutical assistant to the exceedingly busy Emperor Safir**... *Source: Comic Gardo*

Nagase Nodoka is a young female architect who has a reputation for designing amazing onsen (bathhouses). She and her assistant, a cheerful, energetic girl nicknamed Mike, travel around Japan together. While they enjoy the natural hot springs and get to know the people at each locale, Nodoka designs beautiful baths to fit each of their clients' needs.

Cover art: Kazuaki - Shi ni Modotta Reijou ga, Omoi wo Sunao ni Tsutaetara (死に戻った令嬢が、想いを素直に伝えたら) by HANACHIRU Koko (Story) & AKABANE Nina (Art) - Shi ni Modotta no de, Gaman wa Yamemasu! (死に戻ったので、我慢はやめます！) by NARAYAMA Bakufu (Story) & NANATSUKAWA Hozumi (Art) - Ii ko ni Shite Itatte, Kami-sama wa Chitto mo Tasuketekurenai kara (いい子にしていたって、神様はちっとも助けてくれないから) by Suzumiya (Story) & Yuzumoto (Art) - Kemono na Heika wa Torimaki Reijou wo Aishiteiru (獣な陛下は取り巻き令嬢を愛している) by TAYAMA Ayumu (Story) & KOKONOE Kasuka (Art)

She's supposed to a villainess, so how'd she get the doting route?! Niµ's anthology of villainess stories mostly adapted Syosetu. **Volume 1 Contents:** (Cover art: 風ことら) 1. "Konyaku Hakisaretara Ouhi ni narimashita" (婚約破棄されたら王妃になりました). Art by ENOKI Noto, Story by TAYAMA Ayumu. [Original Web Novel](https://ncode.syosetu.com/n4884ie/) 2. "Watashi no Ouji-sama wa 'Konyaku Hakishite yaru!' ga Kuchiguse desu" (私の王子様は「婚約破棄してやる！」が口癖です). Art by KAZUKA Masaki, Story by Kanon (II). [Original Web Novel](https://ncode.syosetu.com/n0523ig/) 3. "Konyaku Hero Party de, Omoikiri Konyakusha no Ahsi wo Fuminuita Kekka" (婚約披露パーティーで、思い切り婚約者の足を踏み抜いた結果). Art by Tooka (II), Story by Memeko. [Original Web Novel](https://ncode.syosetu.com/n1672id/) 4. "Akuyaku Reijou wa Kochou no Yume wo Miru" (悪役令嬢は胡蝶の夢を見る). Art by MORINO Tapi, Story by Mika. [Original Web Novel](https://ncode.syosetu.com/n5317id) 5. "Akuyaku Reijou na no de Kinketsu Kishi to Dekiai Seikatsu Hajimemasu" (悪役令嬢なので金欠騎士と溺愛生活始めます). Art by KOPPE Rara, Story by SEO Yuuri. [Original Web Novel](https://ncode.syosetu.com/n6579ib/) **Volume 2 Contents:** (Cover art: ENGAWA Aburi) 1. 裏切りの魔女は帝国で微笑む. Art by Ochakai, Story by MIYANO Miyako. 2. ちょっとおバカな悪役令嬢. Art by MIZUGASHI Moka, Story by IKENAKA Orina. 3. 嫌われ姫ですが王家の影（のちのヒーロー）が離れてくれません. Art by sacco, Story by HISAME Sora. [Original Web Novel](https://ncode.syosetu.com/n8003ip/) 4. 愛する殿下のために悪役令嬢を目指します！ Art by Nakatsu (II), Story by ORIBE Somari. 5. 美形苦手な悪役令嬢なのに攻略対象（美形）が狙ってくる. Art by Koro Tora, Story by NAGUCHI Izu. [Original Web Novel](https://ncode.syosetu.com/n8290ib/)

A year after the final battle, the four girls, Mana, Rikka, Makoto, and Alice had fully returned to their normal lives. Regina, who had entered the same junior high school as Mana and Rikka, is just as boisterous as ever, but Aguri also enjoys spending time with them, making for peaceful days. Then one day, the Jikochuu, who were supposed to be left behind in that decisive battle, suddenly appear again....! The final summer of junior high for Mana and her friends features another decisive battle. The heart-pounding has yet to stop!