This is not a fairytale. No, this is a story of what lurks beyond the "happily ever after." Once upon a time, Elena assumed the role of Princess Veronica, married the crown prince, and lived happily... until her dutiful knight plunged his sword into her back and the true Veronica stepped out of the darkness. Now, Elena finds herself at the beginning of her cautionary tale. However, this time she intends to do more than play the star of the show. This time, Elena will direct the downfall of everyone who played a part in wronging her. **Original Novel:** [KakaoPage](https://page.kakao.com/content/51182276), [Naver Series](https://m.series.naver.com/novel/detail.series?productNo=4495310) [Official English Translation](https://tapas.io/series/queen-in-the-shadows-novel/info)

Dayeon’s simple life’s about to be shaken up after she witnesses the breakup of the school’s #1 couple, Sahoon and Suji. Just as she loses her part-time job, Dayeon was offered a new one: be Sahoon’s contract girlfriend to make Suji jealous and win her back. Dayeon doesn’t want all the fame and drama! But after rejecting his offer, her brother is in an accident and she’s forced to accept the job. As they make good on the deal, between Dayeon and Sahoon, what’s just for show and what’s real? (Source: Tapas)

When Marchioness Shuri von Neuschwanstein is widowed at the age of sixteen, she is left to raise her husband's four children and manage his estate until the eldest son inherits it on his wedding day. She earns a terrible reputation as she does what it takes to survive and is heartbroken when she is asked not to attend the wedding. Shuri flees the estate and dies, only to awaken on the day of her husband's funeral. With a chance to try again, Shuri vows to make things right. **Original Novel:** [KakaoPage](https://page.kakao.com/content/50992110), [Naver Series](https://series.naver.com/novel/detail.series?productNo=4011373), [Ridibooks](https://ridibooks.com/books/2057061390) **Official Translations:** [English](https://tapas.io/series/the-fantasie-of-a-stepmother-novel/info)

The Tower, home of gods and heroes from all over the world, is under attack. With no options left, they are forced to select a champion to send back in time. Yuwon Kim, once an ordinary person, must race to gather every resource available as he works his way through tutorials and climbs to the top of the Tower for a second time. Failure is not an option–he must become the greatest champion the world has ever seen. **Original Novel:** [KakaoPage](https://page.kakao.com/content/53863081), [Ridibooks](https://ridibooks.com/books/777089046), [Naver Series](https://series.naver.com/novel/detail.series?productNo=6498756) **Official Translations:** [English](https://tapas.io/series/level-up-with-the-gods-novel/info), [Japanese](https://jp.piccoma.com/web/product/138554)

Uriel will give anything to be with Rafflet Mogris, the commander of the Paladins, her savior, and... her master. For years, Uriel happily served as his maid until he left to enlist. Uriel waited for him for seven years before deciding to journey to be at his side in the capital. What the world doesn’t know is Uriel is more than just a maid. In a world riddled with monsters, she has the ability to foresee monster attacks in her dreams. If being with Rafflet means Uriel must join the fight, will her desires be enough to overcome her fears? (Source: Tapas)

In these stories, our deepest desires and darkest instincts collide... A man loses the love of his life to a freak accident. One day, he hears her voice on the radio… or does he? A woman meets a rich stranger who offers happiness and adventure if she frees herself of her familial obligations. What lengths will she go to for him? An inventor installed A.I. into a machine so it would love him, but then the A.I. causes someone's death. Was this love worth the loss of life? How far into the darkness would you go for love? (Source: Tapas) *Note: Includes one extra chapter.*

Moosung is an inn server with a huge crush on Soyeon, a beautiful woman from an influential family. Unfortunately, she’s only willing to marry… a very handsome swordsman. Now Moosung’s life mission is to become the best (and most handsome) martial artist in the world and win over Soyeon’s heart. So he starts training hard, but it’s not until he reads a book of secret martial arts skills that his true potential is magically unlocked. Can Moosung become a great martial artist, or will someone else swoop in and steal the love of his life? (Source: Tapas)

Romance simulation video games are usually a mess-free way to date handsome men, but after Shiyeon Choi wakes up in one, she wants out! In her new gamified life, she quickly realizes how rude the male leads are. Thus, Shiyeon decides to “Bad End” all of her love interests, determined to give them a taste of their own medicine. But despite beating the game, she finds herself back at the beginning once again. In this round, she plans to live freely and blow off the MLs... but will she succeed, or is romance in the air after all? (Source: Tapas)

After Tiarosetti learns from her Guide that sacrificing herself to save the male lead, Lexion Spero, and following the plot is the only way to return to her world, she desperately carries out her role. But confusion strikes when she wakes up where her story starts, and Lexion saves her before he should. The Guide states she's now the main character, and Lexion isn't the male lead! Can Tiarosetti find her way home, or will Lexion's inconsistent behavior shackle her to his world forever? (Source: Tapas)

After overworking myself in my past life, I reincarnated as Rachel Leseltein, the villainess in a novel. I had no regrets, but I never got to chase my dream of opening a bakery. Unfortunately, every business the original Rachel touched crumbled, and she was ultimately destroyed by the story’s heroine. But this time, I’m changing my fate! My father and brother don’t support my idea, but I’ll whip up sweet recipes, knead my way to success, and maybe attract a handsome duke with a sweet tooth. (Source: Tapas)

[Original Webtoon](https://page.kakao.com/content/60213137) ***Note:** This is part of [SSS Romance Collection](https://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=51452525576), this being the first story.*

"Only the true hero can take down the Demon Lord." Well, Presidio Cage has already accomplished that... numerous times. He can catch the Demon Lord with his bare hands, but every time he does, he's sent to the beginning of the game again. Although he knows all the tips and tricks, he doesn't know how to escape this endless loop. In order to switch things up, Cage summons a "new" hero to defeat the enemy in his stead. Now, he's ready to create the ultimate newbie and finally get back home! (Source: Tapas)