The life of Ryoko Hayakawa, a hard-core otaku, came to an abrupt end the day before her 35th birthday, before she was reincarnated as a beautiful prince in a fantasy world. However, her dream-like royal life didn’t last long, as she soon uncovered the depths of politics and corruption of her kingdom. To protect the king and his people, Ryoko, reincarnated as Prince Herscherik, resolved to conquer the darkness within his country. The problem was, the prince had no physical strength or magical powers, and even his stunning looks were surpassed by every other member of the royal family. Still, the prince persevered, using the skills he acquired during his previous life—the experience of an office worker, Ryoko’s drive for change, and her otaku brain. **Books in this series:** I. The Reincarnated Prince and the Kingdom in Woe II. The Reincarnated Prince and the Twilight Knight III. The Reincarnated Prince and the Haloed Sage IV. The Reincarnated Prince and the Hero of Light V. The Reincarnated Prince and Felvolk's Greatest Treasure (Source: J-Novel Club)

Cool, friendly Mariya is the undisputed king of his year! But why does he always hang around with shy and painfully awkward “Mr. Mannequin” Nachi? Can these boys withstand the non-stop judgment of a school filled with jealous rivals and confused classmates? A New Season of Young Leaves follows every sweet high and lonely low in the growing relationship of unlikely best friends. How will the most popular guy in class deal when his wallflower confidant suddenly steals the social spotlight…and a beautiful girl’s affection? (Source: Juné)

It’s hard for Luke to make a name for himself as an adventurer–especially when he’s perpetually low-ranked and only possesses the skill \[Repair\]. But when Luke, abandoned by his party, uses that same \[Repair\] skill to escape a dangerous dungeon, the skill levels up with him, and a new world of possibilities opens up. Maybe he doesn’t want to risk his life adventuring at all–maybe he can open a weapons shop where \[Repair\] empowers other warriors instead! Will this be the start of a peaceful new life, or a prequel to unexpected trouble? (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

Slaine spends his days living as a humble commoner in the quiet Kingdom of Hasenvalia—until the royal family is wiped out in a palace fire. In the aftermath, Slaine discovers a secret kept from him all his life: He’s the king’s illegitimate son and now the sole surviving heir to the throne! Thrust into power with no training and precious few allies, Slaine must navigate court politics, earn the trust of wary nobles, and learn how to rule a kingdom he never thought would be his. With his sharp-witted and fiercely loyal aide-de-camp Monica at his side, Slaine begins to grow into his role. But not everyone is pleased to see a commoner rising to the top. While some welcome the new king with cautious hope, others hide their true intentions behind polite smiles. As threats lurk in the shadows, young Slaine must rise to the challenge—or risk losing the crown before he ever gets to wear it. *Source: J-Novel Club, Vol. 1*

Summary by totochan: What does a high school boy have to do in order to make the love of his life remember you in \*this\* lifetime? Cosplay? Host a "this is your previous life" audition? Show her all your good points? Just because she is a manga otaku in love with Blue-Sama. It's not like falling in love with manga characters is based on real life?

It's been 20 years since the best friend Takanose, who used to be friend with benefits, got married. Kumaki, the eyeglasses shop owner, who can't forget his past love and can't keep a decent relationship, is now 45 years old. Kumaki decides to go and see Takanose, who has returned to the hometown after his divorce, thinking that seeing his aged appearance will help him to break off his beautified memories. On the contrary to Kumaki's expectation,Takanose is still sexy as ever. Kumaki's feelings were rekindled by the beautiful Takanose, who defied all expectations. *"Before he becomes someone else's lover......"* Kumaki's feelings go out of control! What will happen to their relationship!? (Source: Renta!)

Akari is good at her job, beautiful, and her sense of style is beyond compare... but she has a secret. She's almost 30 and she's still a virgin! One fateful day, a new department chief takes over -- the handsome Shinomiya. "You're my subordinate now, which means from today, you have to do what I say." Shinomiya is a condescending bully and he and Akari clash from day one. Akari finds herself drinking her worries away at his welcome party and before she knows what hit her she's completely smashed. She wakes up the next day to find -- Shinomiya emerging from her bathroom half naked?!?! Thus begins Akari's comedic office romance with her callous new boss! (Source: Manga Plaza)

Cryptography is hard, but it’s less hard when it’s filled with adorable Japanese manga. The latest addition to the Manga Guide series. As you follow Inspector Jun Meguro in his quest to bring a cipher-wielding thief to justice, you’ll learn how cryptographic ciphers work. (Ciphers are the algorithms at the heart of cryptography.) Like all books in the Manga Guide series, The Manga Guide to Cryptography is illustrated throughout with memorable Japanese manga as it dives deep into advanced cryptography topics, such as classic substitution, polyalphabetic, and transposition ciphers; symmetric-key algorithms like block and DES (Data Encryption Standard) ciphers; and how to use public key encryption technology. It also explores practical applications of encryption such as digital signatures, password security, and identity fraud countermeasures. The Manga Guide to Cryptography is the perfect introduction to cryptography for programmers, security professionals, aspiring cryptographers, and anyone who finds cryptography just a little bit hard. (Source: No Starch Press)

Chloe agreed to a marriage of convenience with a young businessman named Ariston in order to save her father's company five years ago. But it wasn't long before she'd fallen completely in love with him. She was supposed to get pregnant within three years of their marriage, but when that didn't happen, they got divorced. With her family business once again in trouble, she pays her ex-husband a visit, hoping he can save it. Ariston is as charming as she remembers. Then he gives her a surprising proposition after hearing her plea. "I need you to have my baby." (Source: Renta!)

Will the magic spell cast by the housekeeper move the heart of this jaded earl? Jeanie works as a housekeeper at the castle of widowed Lady Eileen, the grandmother of her deceased husband. But when Eileen passes away, an unexpected will is found. Unless Alasdair, the current earl, and Jeanie get married, neither will inherit the castle or the estate. Alasdair is infuriated by the impossible will that says that he is to marry the widow of his despicable cousin. But to maintain the financial empire that his family has controlled for generations, he has no choice but to suggest to Jeanie that they become husband and wife, if only in name, for one year… (Source: Harlequin)

In a magic spell gone awry, two saints are summoned instead of one! Of the two girls who appear in this other world, the plain-looking Sayo is cruelly rejected by the kingdom's prince. Despite being brought there against her will, Sayo is deemed unwanted and put to work as a servant in the castle. One day, she happens upon a gate in the forest. On passing through, she encounters a large, fluffy beast and an ill-mannered but handsome boy mage...! In the mage's tower at the farthest reaches of the kingdom, Sayo is comforted by the fluffy beast as the mage proceeds to make her his plaything. Her new life as a maid in another world is about to begin... (Source: Renta!)

Yuuko is an average 5th grader from the late 1960s whose friend gives her a brown tabby kitten. She names her Tiger. Yuuko and Tiger grow up together, although Tiger is, of course, much quicker to mature. From 1967 to 1970, Yuuko goes through a formative four years from childhood to young adulthood where she learns about time and space travel, sports, and... where babies come from! Just wait till she tells Tiger about this! What Yuuko doesn't know, however, is that Tiger understands everything she is saying and looks after her more than she will ever realize... (Source: Manga Planet) *Note: Includes three extra chapters.*