The farm boy Nongnong loved the scarecrow his grandfather made. A prayer to the farm goddess awakened the scarecrow's consciousness. Nongnong decided that he will help the scarecrow to become a real human. (Source: myRenta, translated) *Note: Grand Prize winner of the 2020 Kyoto International Manga Anime Award in the manga category.*
The sequel picks up the plot two years after the end of the battle with Dr. Quaser, and a think tank named At Random is attempting to apply robots to daily use for the public. The setting is in Singapore. The new story focuses on three characters: Lantse, a successor unit to Pulse; Maria Maria, a girl who is depressed after she suffers from an accident; and Shiruto, a boy who wants to become a robot. A 13-year-old Nobuhiko, a 19-year-old Chris, and Signal will also appear in the story. (Source: Anime News Network)
"I want to protect the person I love..." -- with that one wish, a girl's life changes completely! Witness the miracle that brings to life her pure wish, and the battle that follows. Saki Uno, aspiring idol.☆ Oh no! My dear Mohiro is being attacked by a demon! At that moment, I decide to sign a magical contract with a scary older ma.... I mean, Kokoro-chan. You can see the result for yourself! The battle is tougher than I expected. It's... hard to explain, but anyway I'll do my best, so thanks for your support in advance! A girl's love is the source of her magical powers. As one demon after another attacks, she faces them in desperate battle. All to protect the one she loves... What will be the conclusion now that her earnest wish has been granted? The girls jump into the fight with hope ringing in their hearts! Their only thought is to protect the people they love with the strength of their slender arms. Saki fighting for Mohiro, and Sakuyo fighting for Saki. As the story reaches its climax... Come, magical girls! Defeat the demon king in the name of love and peace! (Source: INKR)
Hand-crafted cute little things are the specialty of Chima-san's shop! Although the owner might be a bit strange, Toriko cannot stop herself from coming back. Along with other lively customers, what kind of wonderful encounters will she have here? Will Toriko's dream to open her own shop come true? (Source: Azuki)
Ms. Otsbell has known as a remarkable woman with a smart head and aggressive hands. One day, a working elephant comes to her place wanted to find a job, a moment that would change the fate of Otsbell and the factory forever. "Otsbell and the Elephant" is adapted from the famous play by Kenji Miyazawa with a new interpretation... (Source: Manga Club) *Note: Winner of the 11th Monthly COMIC Ryujin Award.*
This is the story of the friendship of two youths and "Magic Treasures" that contain the power of the gods. In Dread Kingdom a group called the Cobalt Church, who transform people into monsters, is causing chaos... In the midst of this Kazutoki, a boy from another world who has lost his memory, runs into Red, the young king of Dread Kingdom.
When Takanashi started his job in a new company, he was put under Tokunaga. When he finds a picture of Mr. Furuya, one of the elder officers in the company, on Tokunaga’s computer, he realizes that his superior is gay and the whole office knows about it. While surprised, Takanashi comforts Tokunaga on his unrequited feelings for Mr. Furuya, even joins him while he drinks his sorrows. The two grow close until Takanashi realizes one day that he likes Tokunaga. Takanashi proceeds by confessing his feelings to Tokunaga during another night of drinking together, leaving Tokunaga flustered and confused. How will Tokunaga respond to Takanashi’s feelings? (Source: Futekiya) *Notes: This volume includes short stories of three couples.*
Takanashi’s happily ever after seems to have finally blossomed. He confesses his feelings to his mentor, Tokunaga (who used to come crying to Takanashi about his unrequited love with their boss Mr. Furuya), and the two began their romance. As with all couples, Takanashi and Tokunaga overcome various speed bumps and hurdles that test their relationship. But will they be able to power through Takanashi’s transfer to the Sales Department? As Takanashi experiences first-hand the unfair realities of being gay and a salesperson, Tokunaga relives the bitter memories of his past. All they want is to be together in peace, but at what cost? (Source: Futekiya)
Chiharu and Satoshi are childhood friends since preschool. Raised as the only son of the Nanjou family, Chiharu was a crybaby. Satoshi on the other hand was a tough, rambunctious child who loved playing soccer more than anything else. Nowadays Chiharu is popular with the girls, unlike Satoshi. But he has a secret crush that he can't let anyone know, especially Satoshi. Watch as Chiharu's coming-of-age story unfolds, and how he gets his entire family involved. (Source: Manga Club) *Note: Includes the one-shot "Otome Danshi no Houkago Lesson (Girlish Boy After School Lesson)".*
The slender stranger with a handsome face comes to buy flowers on this particular day every month. Who are the flowers for? Should you find the courage to strike up a conversation? Would it look weird after so long? Drawn by the scent of spring, the tender bud hidden within their hearts looks set to bloom at last.... As well as the title story, enjoy tsutomu's tale of adolescence's unbridled fantasies! With the bittersweet love life of a seventeen-year-old and many more new stories in this anthology packed to the brim with short stories! (source: Renta!)
The owner of a flower shop and the owner of a liquor store get married. This results in Chiaki and Mine becoming stepbrothers. Despite being in the liquor business, Mine can't handle alcohol and gets drunk quite easily. How will Chiaki take advantage of Mine's drunken adventures? *Includes two Rule Sono Ichi side stories.*
He's average looking, of average intelligence, and even has the unfortunately average name of Tarou Suzuki. Our extremely mediocre protagonist has never thought very highly of himself. Then one day, a handsome and very drunk man suddenly appears at his apartment! Looking at Tarou's face, he bursts into tears. "You look just like my ex-girlfriend!" he says as he tries to kiss Tarou! Upon starting his new job a couple of days later, who should appear but the same handsome man! Will meeting this man named Ryouta Shiga change Tarou's life? (Source: Renta!)

