What were Hirano and Sasaki like as first-years? How did Kuresawa become so dedicated to his mysterious, BL-loving girlfriend? And what’s going to happen between Kagiura and Hirano on Pocky Day? Find out in this collection of stories that reveal how Miyano and Hirano became friends, what the upperclassmen were like when they started high school and a behind-the-scenes look at their circle of friends. See how the story unfolds from new perspectives, and get more details about what goes on in these beloved characters’ lives. *(Source: Yen Press)* **Official English:** [Yen Press](https://yenpress.com/titles/9781975352103-sasaki-and-miyano-first-years-vol-1)

The protagonists of the series are the three Kisugi sisters—Hitomi, Rui and Ai—who run a café called Cat's Eye. The sisters lead a double life as a trio of highly skilled art thieves, leaving cards with the name "Cat's Eye" at the scene of their crimes. They steal works of art (mostly paintings) that belonged to their long-missing father, Heinz (who was a famous art collector during the Nazi regime), in the hopes of him contacting them. Toshio, the police officer investigating this case is the fiancé of Hitomi. He also swears to capture and bring down the Cat's Eye Gang. *Note: Includes the pilot one-shot and one extra chapter.*

With all its innovations, the kingdom of Tempest—founded by the demon lord Rimuru—is a veritable paradise for travelers such as Framea, the rabbitfolk chief’s daughter. Framea has always had a nose for adventure, an inquisitive mind, and a knack for discovering and identifying the latest and greatest the world has to offer! Her notepad is open at all times, ready for any three-star delights she may encounter, so when Rimuru himself gives Framea a mission to catalog the area’s attractions, she’ll have her work cut out for her—and tons of stars to hand out! (Source: Yen Press) **Note:** The series was cancelled due to the poor health of the mangaka.

Transmigrating into the world of Tianxuan, he became the master of a weak martial sect! The notorious pay-to-win player was reborn inside the world of his favorite game. He'll make the other players into his underlings and take on the game's main character as his apprentice. In this universe, he's going to make a name for himself as the No. 1 in the world! (Source: Kuaikan, translated)

Two young women–one an overworked manga artist, the other a complete slacker–try to escape the realities of adult responsibilities. Whether it’s running off on a day trip instead of being productive or going into debt for an epic meal, the two always have fun when they’re together! Enjoy this delightful (and relatable) slice-of-life tale about the little pleasures in ducking away from the hard stuff. (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment) *Notes: \- Originally released at COMITIA 130 and 131, was then picked up by Ichijinsha for serialization. \- Includes four extra chapters.*

Meet Mimi, a college grad working part-time at a convenience store. Once an aspiring idol, she abandoned her dream when her group failed to make it big. Enter Ibuki, a rising star inspired by Mimi’s past. Their unexpected encounters reignite Mimi’s passion for the spotlight. Together, they decide to audition for a high-stakes idol competition show. Can they achieve their dreams and forge an unbreakable bond, or will the intense rivalry tear them apart? (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

A routine call regarding a burglary at an empty mansion leads cocky young police detective Jin Saeki to a gruesome and shocking discovery. The corpses of 13 children, along with the presence of a strange symbol, spur a manhunt for Juzo Haikawa, the mysterious absentee owner of the house. So begins an investigation (and an obsession) that will take Jin all over Japan and into the darkest recesses of both the past and the human soul. (Source: Kodansha USA)

This is the story of an orphan, Lü Shu. He is not any regular orphan, but a metahuman experiencing the changes in himself, his country and the world during the dawn of the magical era. Watch as Lü Shu embarks on a journey to hone his peculiar abilities together with his sister, the adorable and charismatic Lü Xiaoyu. Along the way, they’ll encounter supernatural events, obstacles and even the most powerful people in their country. How will Lü Shu make the best of his abilities and oust his never-ending list of rivals and opponents? (Source: Webnovel) *Note: Includes 29 extra chapters.*

Mirage of Blaze is equal parts melodrama, historical romance, and supernatural fantasy. Japanese history predominates a heavily structured plot, which mainly involves the continued aggression between magic using guardians, or "possessors," and the denizens of a "feudal underworld," or the restless souls of long-dead samurai attempting to re-ignite ancient war on the modern plane.

At Linzhen High, Sheng Xu is the resident bad boy, while Zhan Shao is the by-the-book school genius. They’re polar opposites and butt heads every chance they get! But one day, their worlds get turned upside down when they mysteriously switch bodies. While navigating life trapped in an unfamiliar body and learning to work as a team to maintain their respective tough-guy image and perfect GPA, they discover hidden truths and deeper feelings for each other. But can opposites attract when the guy you like is... you? (Source: Tapas) *Note: Includes two bonus chapters and two epilogue chapters.*

Tsuguto Sumihara is way too nice...or rather, was too nice. He lost his life in a bus accident after being bullied into giving up his seat, and somehow was reincarnated into a mining camp! Not only that, the mine is at the base of an impossibly tall tower. It's there he meets the ram--horned Loulier, his first friend in this bizarre land. But when she's bullied, Tsuguto finds that maybe he wasn't reincarnated without powers after all...and that, if he's to have a future in this strange new land, Loulier's just the partner he needs. (Source: Kodansha USA) *Note: Chapter count includes a bonus epilogue chapter.*

Amusement parks are places of wonder and fun for all ages... right? Well, that's not quite the case for Amagi Brilliant Park, a "crummy" amusement park on the outskirts of Tokyo where the snacks are inedible, the attractions are falling apart, and the mascots regularly get into fistfights with the guests. It's the kind of place that cool, handsome, brilliant Kanie Seiya wouldn't be caught dead in... until a mysterious girl drags him there--at literal gunpoint--and demands that he help them save the park! (Source: J-Novel Club)