The apocalypse is not only near, but a certainty. Set before the event and the aftermath detailed by the hit manga, this stand-alone prequel light novel series chronicles the inexorable approach of the reign of vampires. Witness the trials of Guren Ichi­nose, who must hide his true strength even as he is trampled on at an academy for the insufferably privileged. (Source: Kodansha USA)

Written by Mamizu Arisawa and illustrated by Tamiki Wakaki. The novel features a completely original story that disparate from the series, with original novel characters.

After trumpets of the apocalypse proclaim the fall of humanity, vampires arise from the shadows to rule the earth. Yuichiro wants just one thing—to get revenge by killing each and every vampire. Yuichiro’s dream is near-impossible, given that vampires are seven times stronger than humans, and the only way to kill them is by mastering Cursed Gear, advanced demon-possessed weaponry. Not to mention that humanity’s most elite Vampire Extermination Unit, the Moon Demon Company, wants nothing to do with Yuichiro unless he can prove he’s willing to work in a team—which is the last thing he wants! (Source: VIZ Media) *Note: Includes two extra chapters.*

“Bloody” Mary is not your typical vampire. He can withstand sunlight, holds a reflection in mirrors, refuses to drink blood—and wants 17-year-old student and priest Maria to kill him. But to Mary’s dismay, Maria doesn’t know how to kill vampires. Desperate to die, Mary agrees to become Maria’s bodyguard until Maria can find a way to kill him at last. (Source: VIZ Media)

After a long and treacherous journey, our Hero finally arrives at the Dark Lady’s castle only to find himself being asked for help. The Hero explains how the war that the demons have brought upon the humans have killed thousands and put more in misery. The queen of demons however argues that this war has made the human society band together as one and showed empirical evidence how it has increased population, increased production, boosted economy and improved society overall. Furthermore, she explains to the Hero that ending this war will result in a civil war that will produce more bloodshed than there ever was. The Hero, convinced that the only way to bring peace, relatively speaking, is to join forces with the Dark Lady, agrees to help with her plans!

Deep in the forest, a curious pair resides: a young girl Mira, whose affliction leads her to call forth darkness whenever she's in distress, and her physician Rei, determined to seek a cure. Each day, she works to remember the light and bring back the person she used to be. But a sudden visit from Rei's friend, who harbors an interest in Mira's illness, may be the end of their peaceful days… (Source: Yen Press)

Side story focusing on Female Mage chasing after Hero. *Includes 1 prologue chapter.*

Presenting the first anthology of the popular supernatural action series Bungo Stray Dogs! Featuring a luxurious list of guest authors, these new Bungo stories include everything from gags to heartwarming moments in a charming collection that will leave you begging for more! (Source: Yen Press) Cover illustration: Harukawa35 Color illustrations: Sazanami Misa, Hideki, Chashibu Tam 1. **Tomo wo Eru ni Itsuunaru Nakare.** (友を得るに胃痛なる勿れ。, Don't Get a Stomachache to Gain a Friend.) \[Hideki\] 2. **Kirai na Mono, Suki na Mono** (嫌いなもの、好きなもの, The Things I Hate, the Things I Like) \[Ichi Kotoko\] 3. **Akuma ga Kitarite Sewa wo Suru** (悪魔が来たりて世話をする, The Devil Comes and Takes Care) \[Kanai Neco\] 4. **Kenji 100%** \[Uraki Enya\] 5. **Tanteisha Manjuu Jihen** (探偵社饅頭事変, The Detective Agency's Manju Incident) \[Kashima Ui\] 6. **Shokugyou Ate Quiz** (職業中〈あ〉てクイズ, A Quiz During Work) \[Aoi Mito\] 7. **Karl no Uppun** (カールの鬱憤, Karl's Resentment) \[Nozaki Tsubata\] 8. **Watashi no Suki na Mono** (私の好きなもの, The Things I Like) \[Kitora Con\] 9. **Yatsugare to Cake to Tokidoki Pug** (僕〈やつがれ〉とケーキと時々パグ, Me and the Cake and Sometimes the Pug) \[Togo Kazuki (東郷一貴)\] 10. **Tanizaki Junichirou no Junan** (谷崎潤一郎の受難, Junichirou Tanizaki's Suffering) \[Akamaru\] 11. **Uranai Tenjite Fuku to Nase** (占い転じて福と為せ, Fortune-telling Will Bring Good Luck) \[Masashiro Yuuto (正岸優人)\] 12. **Koori Biyori** (氷日和, Icy Weather) \[Chashibu Tam\] 13. **Aibou, to wa...** (相棒、とは..., What is a Partner...) \[Samamiya Akaza\]

Life beyond death...A foolish notion with which to deceive oneself. But what happens when death does not come? Hanbei the Undying has lived longer than most, yet he’s found no sense of purpose along the way—no reason to swing his blade. With a history vaster than most could hope to comprehend, it’s only natural to wonder: Who exactly was he before he met the Wolf? Find out in this must-read tale for fans of FromSoftware’s hit game *SEKIRO: Shadows Die Twice*! (Source: Yen Press)

In a world where gigantic, ferocious monsters and humans live together, monster hunters exist to protect humanity from becoming extinct. Raiga is a hot headed but passionate warrior that relies on his brute strength to cut through monsters. Keres uses his long range attacks to asses the situation calmly and calculate the ideal next move. Tolche is timid and shy but her deadly traps are anything but cute. These three hunters decide to form a team to hunt the deadliest of monsters hundreds of times their size and impossible to kill alone. (Source: MangaHelpers)

We all have embarrassing memories or deep regrets from high school, right? Socially anxious college senior Natsuki Haibara sure does. When he thinks back on that time of his life, all he has are fleeting fantasies of a happy adolescence that could have been. Imagine his bewilderment and surprise, then, when he inexplicably finds himself seven years in the past—one month before his first year of high school! Can Haibara avoid his previous mistakes, make his way to the top of the school social pyramid, and end up with the girl of his dreams? Or will he be forced to relive three years of solitude as the most hated guy in school? He’ll need all the help he can get in order to succeed, from a workout regimen to online how-to guides, a childhood friend, and plenty of sheer willpower. Watch as Haibara takes a second shot at his teenage years! *Source: J-Novel Club, Vol. 1*

Contains 5 short stories: \- Make Sweet \- Sugar Baby Love \- Meganegoshi no Kimi \- Haru, Urara \- Make Sweet - valentine special