The dapper staff of The Watering Hole are always eager to serve their clientele with grace and charm. But little do the patrons know that these handsome gents are actually penguins in disguise! The sharplydressed flightless birds love all that the human world offers, but as the saying goes: “You can take thepenguin out of the Antarctic, but you can’t take the Antarctic out of the penguin!”\* \*Not all penguins come from the Antarctic.\*\*\*\* Yes, this actually matters in the world of Penguin Gentlemen. (Source: Yen Press) *Note: Includes a prologue and epilogue.*
In this world, a new alien species named Humanoids or "noids" roam the earth, indistinguishable from regular humans. However, the full moon triggers a transformation in them, though the shape they take differs between each noid. As such, noids are ostracized by society. Near seems to be one such noid and suddenly appears in the mountains where Keiji lives. With no identity and no memories, Near (named "Near" by Keiji) has nowhere to go. Keiji opens up his secluded home in the mountains to Near, knowing full well that what he was doing was a criminal act. But Near doesn't seem dangerous, and Keiji would love the company. It can get so lonely up in the mountains... (Source: Futekiya) *Note: Chapter count includes an extra*
Sano, who can't seem to connect with anyone at all - not his family, not his coworkers - turns to SNS instead. One day, he decides to finally meet up with one of his mutual followers, "S." His Internet friend turns out to be Narumi, a handsome young actor whose popularity recently shot through the roof! Although Narumi's behavior seems to hint at something bubbling beneath the surface, Sano can't shake off the feeling that he's probably being toyed around with... An emotional, heart-piercing BL between a handsome actor and a salaryman who doesn't do communication. (Source: Futekiya) *Note: Includes one extra chapter.*
Return to Japari Park and the lovable world of Kemono Friends in this manga anthology! Kaban, Serval, and the rest of the Friends are having a wonderful time! (Source: Yen Press)
Comedian, Sano Yohei, is aboard an airliner when it is hijacked by terrorists. In an act of bravery, he helps stop the terrorists and helps land the plane safely. It is an event that drags him into a conspiracy much larger than a single hijacking of an airliner.
Roy Aveillam, the arrogant son of a notorious duke, is widely feared. But one heated clash with a rival classmate jolt something deep within –his memory of a past life returns, as does a burning desire: to master a craft and become someone extraordinary. Reincarnated at just eight years old, Roy awakens to the world's latent magic and vows to redefine himself –not just by his lineage, but by his will. (Source: Titan Manga)
They made a vow to always be honest with each other. They were supposed to live happily ever after. But fast forward to two years later, their relationship has become strained. Kenya's attitude towards Rin has made a complete one-eighty. Day after day, Rin puts up with his derisive comments about her appearance, all because of her weight gain. When she discovers that he's even been cheating on her, it seems they've reached the point of no return. The story of a woman's journey to discover independence after facing betrayal by the man she once loved. (Source: MangaPlaza)
“Will you marry me?” Don’t misconstrue his kind words and expressions… After all, it’s fake. When Haruna, who works for a major advertising firm, was cheated on by her coworker, she decided to leave the company. When she went to inform her client, Ayase Real Estate, she came face to face with the scion of the company, Rihito Ayase. Even though she thought he disliked her, she was offered to work for him as a housekeeper. Now, he’s even proposing a contract marriage!? He’s a bit aggressive, but he’s honest and mindful of others. Though she can’t quite get a grasp on him… Even though they got married knowing they would divorce, Haruna’s heart is gradually beginning to change. *Source: MangaPlaza*
All Ayumu dreams of is making it into the same high school as her best friend. But when she gets in and her friend doesn't, their friendship crumbles—sending Ayumu spiraling into depression. She finds relief in cutting herself, but soon realizes that her scars may interfere with her budding high school life. Can she trust her new friend, Manami, who seems too good to be true? Or will Ayumu's apparent lack of compassion and understanding get her tossed aside like she was before? And is there anyone else out there who could possibly love her for who she is? A melancholy coming-of-age story by Keiko Suenobu! (Source: Kodansha) **Note:** Won the Kodansha Manga Award in the shoujo category in 2006.
One day, Crown Prince Sieg hears the Voices of the Gods out of the blue. Apparently, his fiancée Lieselotte is a “tsun de rais” villainess destined to meet her demise...and her sharp tongue is just a way of covering up her embarrassment. The prince can hardly contain himself after discovering Lieselotte's adorable hidden side. Little does he know, the heavenly beings that bestowed this knowledge unto him are actually high schoolers! Can he use their divine prophecy (let’s play commentary) to save his betrothed and avoid a Bad End?! (Source: J-Novel Club) **Note:** The manga was cancelled due to a disagreement between the original writer of the light novel and the editorial department of B's-LOG COMIC that caused the revocation of the adaptation license. This happened due to mismanagement of the manga adaptation and lack of communication with the original author by the editorial department.
Mizuki Konno is your typical high school junior at Yanno Prefectural High School. Like many teens her age she is studying hard for college and when she has some down time she likes to fuss over fashion and make-up. While she may not be one of the class elites, Mizuki is fortunate to be on the right side of her class’s idols. But that might not settle well with those who are in a similar academic status but not so lucky with their social lives. Mizuki really isn’t a bad person. However she understands that she is one of the haves. And even if she only has a strand to hold on to, that’s much more than the introverts or the socially inept. On the day of the field trip, Mizuki’s position with the cool kids cannot be better. But now a good portion of her class are now firmly against her. While this “lower” clique may not be united, their hatred is much stronger than their differences. Unfortunately tragedy strikes in the form of a traffic accident. And now the class is split into two new groups…the living and the dead! Almost the entire class has been wiped out and the five remaining girls are injured and lost in the wilderness. They also hate each other, and in a mix of \_Lord of the Flies\_ with \_Heathers\_ these girls begin to assert their wills against each other to try to survive while enacting a new class structure where looks and style are no longer the definition of influence. (Source: Kodansha USA)
One day, crown prince Sieg suddenly begins to hear the voices of two gods... whispering to him in a startling revelation, that his betrothed, Liselotte, is not only an extreme tsundere, but also about to fall into devastating ruin! Her erratic everyday behavior only serves to hide her emberassment?! Sieg, thanks to the "gods'" explanation, agonizes alone over Liselottes astonishing cuteness! In truth, the "gods" are two high schoolers giving live commentary of a video game they are playing. Will Sieg be able to safe his betrothed Liselotte with the aid of commentary and explanation by the "gods"? Avoid the bad ending for Liselotte, whose actions, now that her motives are revealed, become transcendingly cute! A new villainess story binding real world and alternative reality through the magic of otome games starts here! (Source: Japanese Publisher, translated)

