**A heroic and mighty adventurer dreams of…opening a pharmacy?** Red was once a member of the Hero’s party, a powerful group destined to save the world from the evil forces of Taraxon, the Raging Demon Lord. That is, until one of his comrades kicked him out. Hoping to live the easy life on the frontier, Red’s new goal is to open an apothecary. However, keeping the secret of his former life may not be as simple as he thinks. Especially when the beautiful Rit, an adventurer from his past, shows up and asks to move in with him! *Source: Yen Press, Vol. 1*

Springtime at Kimberly Magic Academy, when new students begin their first year. One boy, clad in black robes with a white cane and sword strapped to his hip, approaches the prestigious school. This young man--Oliver--must form a bond with a katana-wielding girl named Nanao if he's to survive the dangers he's to face at this school that is anything but what it seems! (Source: Yen Press)

In the far future, a disaster known as the “Rusty Wind” has transformed the majority of Japan into a barren desert and left civilization in tatters. After his teacher falls prey to the rust, the roguish Bisco Akahoshi embarks on journey through the sandy wastes to obtain a mushroom known only as the Rust Eater, rumored to cure the ailment. Together with the dashing young doctor Milo, the pair will have to contend with the unforgiving environment and their fellow wanderers in order to make it back alive. (Source: Yen Press) ***Note:** Sabikui Bisco won Silver Prize in the 2017 Dengeki Novel Prize, and placed first in the Kono Light Novel ga Sugoi! ranking in the best light novel category in 2019.*

Kaito Ukei was destined for greatness in his new world, landing himself the role of a hero and defeating the evil sorceress alongside a band of noble adventurers. When he's double crossed, though, and brutally murdered by his former allies, something inside him snaps. Death brings Kaito neither peace nor salvation. Rather, it instills in him a singular desire-to squeeze the life out of his blasted betrayers in the cruellest manner possible...! The strange twist of fate that gives him a second chance in the world with all his memories intact provides opportunity to do just that, and so begins his quest to stalk and torture the members of his former party in the bloodiest, unholiest, most sadistic ways imaginable! (Source: Yen Press)

​Long ago, as the fires of war raged between the twelve races, one name inspired fear and awe in the heart of every orc—Bash. A living legend to his people, Bash has enjoyed many a bloodsoaked victory, but this Hero harbors a shameful secret. Though it is the pride of every orc to match their triumphs in battle with their conquests in the bedroom, Bash has been entirely too devoted to the former, and so he embarks on a journey to face his greatest challenge yet: finding a wife and losing his virginity! (Source: Yen Press)

In an alternate 2023, the Your Forma, a miraculous “smart thread” technology initially developed to treat a massive outbreak of viral encephalitis, has become an integral part of daily life. But these convenient devices come with an invasive drawback—they record every sight, sound, and even emotion their users experience. For electronic investigator Echika Hieda, diving into peoples’ memories via the Your Forma and hunting for evidence to solve the toughest crimes is all part of a day’s work. The problem is, she’s so good at what she does that her assistants literally fry their brains trying to keep up with her. After putting one too many aides in the hospital, the top brass finally furnish Echika with a partner on her level, a brilliant yet cheeky android named Harold Lucraft. Does this unlikely duo have what it takes to resolve their mutual suspicions and avert a deadly technological infection from sweeping across the globe before it’s too late? (Source: Yen Press)

The cute little bird I bought at a pet store is a reincarnated sage from another world. Given the opportunity to cross to another world with the power of magic, Sasaki brings modern goods to the other world and starts a business. While traveling back and forth between worlds - earning money, training in magic, and eating delicious food - he aims to live a leisurely, slow life. But one day, on his way home from work, he encounters an alien being. He uses the magic of the Sage Seal to survive the battle, but his abilities are recognized and he is scouted by the Cabinet Office's Bureau of Countermeasures for Supernatural Phenomena. Otherworldly fantasy x battle of super-power abilities x love comedy with an age gap (?). There's also a magical girl, a neighbor JC, a coworker JK, a nobleman, a loli witch, a prince, etc… It's a story that goes back and forth between the fantasy world and modern Japan, with all the tropes of the genre thrown in. (Source: Bookwalker, translated)

Yuuki wakes up to find herself wearing a maid's uniform in a strange manor. After wandering into the dining room, she comes across five other girls, each in the exact same outfit. Soon, the girls learn that the manor is brimming with lethal weapons and an array of deadly traps…and that they can only escape by playing the most gruesome of games. As the terrifying truth sets in, each girl's face goes pale—except Yuuki's. Why? Because this isn't her first go-round. That's right—Yuuki is a professional death game player who lives off the prize money she collects from winning brutal killing competitions, and she's not about to let this chance pass her by. (Source: Yen Press)

This collection of short stories and vignettes provides nine tales of not-so-ordinary life in Ikebukuro, including some reminiscing at Celty and Shinra's big hot-pot party, the coming-of-age ceremony of the older Raira gang, and another supernatural visitor to Tokyo! (Source: Yen Press)

As children, Ryou Takamori and Hina Fushimi were thick as thieves-but while Hina grew more beautiful and popular, Ryou faded into the background as a loner, and the two drifted apart. That is, until the morning Ryou saves Hina from a groper on a train and unwittingly reminds her how close they used to be. Now Hina is smitten-if only Ryou weren’t so oblivious! (Source: Yen Press)

Once upon a time, there was Winter. Winter was once the only season in the world—but such an existence was too lonely to bear, and so it created Spring to love. Before long, the earth wished for more time to rest in the cycle, and Summer and Autumn were born. The ones who carry the cycle are called the Agents of the Four Seasons. Hinagiku, the Vernal Agent, disappeared from this land ten years ago, taking the season of spring with her. Now, after incredible hardship, she has returned to restore the cycle to its proper state—and, as in the myth passed down since the dawn of time, she sends her love to Winter. (Source: Yen Press)

Born blind, Kunon aims to be the first person to use water magic to create new eyes for himself. After five months of study, he has already surpassed his teacher, and continues to grow his talents. Not only can his magic help him sense color, but he can also use it to make handy items and even conjure a whole cat! Word of his skills and ingenuity soon reach the court and earn him a spot as disciple to the most powerful magician in the land. But is his ultimate goal even attainable? (Source: Yen Press)