As 2024 draws to a close and excitement for the new year builds, Yen Press makes one final announcement, unveiling new licenses for manga, novels, and audiobooks. A release date has not yet been confirmed, but fans can stay up to date by visiting or following the website. social media.
So let’s take a closer look at the exciting new features Yen Press is adding to its extensive library next year.
Shadow of Eminence (audiobook)
Cid Shadow King has a dream. Rather than being a typical protagonist or final boss, he aims to become a mastermind who works in the shadows! Having been reincarnated in another world, Sid has been working hard to create the perfect stage for him to play his long-awaited role. The only problem? It seems his imaginary enemies and plotters actually exist in this new realm…and he’s the only one left in the dark!
Sword Art Online Unital Ring (manga)
Under the direction of the genius scientist Akihiko Kayaba, a game was born in the wake of the SAO incident that you can’t escape until you clear it. A world where death in the game means death in the real world… Kirito is a survivor of SAO and is currently spending his time playing the new VRMMORPG “Alfheim Online” with his old friends from SAO, Asuna and Alice. However, Kirito ends up getting caught up in a mysterious game he never expected.
Secret of the Silent Witch -another- (novel)
Louis, who memorizes a magic textbook in a week, is hired as a scholarship student at Minerva’s magician training institution. However, a rough and rambunctious boy living in a remote, impoverished village surrounded by nobles was treated as a problem child and feared for his ability to scatter his enemies in magical battles. Still, Louis finds a mentor he respects and a friend he can rely on, and grows into a wise man. Learn all about the young Barrier Mage’s infamous deeds in this two-part prequel, Secrets of the Silent Witch.
Aliya sometimes hides her feelings in Russian (manga)
Alisa Mikhailovna Kujo, commonly known as Aria, is a beautiful, half-Russian, silver-haired woman who is at the top of her class and the treasurer of the student council, making her completely unapproachable. She is obsessed with scolding Masachika Kuze, the lazy person who sits next to her in class. Masachika Kuze is an unexemplary student who is nerdy, unmotivated, and has little interest in maintaining his grades. Arisa secretly has a crush on Masochika, but this is only revealed through her occasional whispers in Russian, which no one in the class can understand… except for Masochika! He eavesdrops on these embarrassing revelations while pretending to know nothing, wondering what her flirtatious comments actually mean.
I became friends with the second cutest girl in my class (manga)
Maki Maehara is always alone at school. He has no friends or hobbies to share with others, and doesn’t expect the next school year to be any different than the previous one, even if he’s surrounded by new people. Six months later, it seems like he was right — until he meets his popular classmate, Asanagi Kai, at a video store! Asanagi, who is always the center of attention and is called “the second cutest in the class” by the boys, comes from a completely different world. However, it turns out that the two have more common interests than just watching B-movies…and Asanagi asks Mebara to be friends!
Another World Samurai (manga)
As the Warring States period draws to a close, Ginko, the strongest swordsman of the time, has yet to find a suitable opponent to satisfy her thirst for deadly combat. Just when she finally loses hope that there is someone stronger than her, she is transported to another world! The first thing Ginko saw there was a dragon!?
Convenient semi-friend (manga)
“What if we became friends with benefits…?” Suna, a depressed high school student, decides to leave home and live in a dormitory. However, when he nervously enters the room, he discovers that his roommate Noruka is in love with another girl! When Suna learns that Ruka needs a “friend with benefits,” she suggests a “(semi) friend with benefits” contract instead…?
The Heroic Tale of the Villainous Prince (manga)
The only royal with jet black hair and eyes, Prince Alfred is literally the black sheep of his family. However, one day, he witnesses his older brother Leo, the Crown Prince, breaking off his engagement with his fiancée Charlotte in public. Alfred puts himself in danger to save Charlotte from a false accusation. Is this all resolved…?
The Hitman Stance (manga)
Introducing Kowaru Endo, aka “Killing Machine,” a cold-blooded and strongest assassin from a huge underground organization who suddenly decided to retire. What is his reason? To proudly stun your favorite underground idol! But old habits die hard, especially for men whose hands are stained with blood. Will Owal really be able to give up his identity and live the ultimate fan life of concerts, handshake events, and photo raffles – even if his past comes back to haunt him?
Dara-san of Reiwa (manga)
Clouds darken the sky and rain turns the mountain forest into a dangerous maze… A landslide crushes razor wire and buries a “no trespassing” sign… Two young siblings realize they don’t belong Lost in a dark world, for a long time a terrifying shadow rises to meet them — that’s how we met Dara-san, anyway! It may look a little scary, but wait until you get to know it.
“See, I’m the god of disaster, right!?” I bet you kids would be surprised by my grotesque face! ? ”
Who Killed the Hero? (Novel)
Four years have passed since the demon king was defeated. Having regained peace, the kingdom began the task of interviewing his former allies, including Sword Saint Leon, Saint Mary, and Sage Solon, and compiling the many deeds of the fallen heroes. However, during the adventures along with the story of the hero’s past, the truth of his death is slowly revealed. Who killed the hero? Demon king? …or friends?
The Girl Who Wants to Become a Hero and the Girl Who Should Become a Hero (Novel)
After the end of the Human-Demon War, humans established a school called “Hero Academy” to train new heroes using magical tools called gears. Luchikai, a free-spirited and reckless demon girl, comes to town hoping to join the institute. There he met the serious Leonie, the daughter of the almighty hero who defeated the Demon King. Ruchika falls in love with her and proposes to her right in the middle of her entrance exams! Do these two girls have what it takes to become heroes? And will love bloom between humans and demons?
This is the wizard’s secret weapon (novel)
On a bloody battlefield, swordsman Rix finally succumbs to his deep-seated hatred of war. So he decided to fake his own death and live a retired life! Even though he has no magical aptitude, he enrolls in a magic school and makes a fresh start. However, I will do my best with Shino, a scholarship student. Even her cold attitude doesn’t faze him! Using his talent for swordsmanship, he overwhelms his magic-wielding friends and inadvertently breaks the common sense of the magic school. In the process, his skills catch the attention of the princess. She tries to recruit him to the army, but he shoots her dead. He doesn’t want to be the strongest. All he wants is to live a peaceful and joyful life.
Sailor Zombie (Digital Manga)
Two months have passed since the world was overrun by zombies. Maiko Inui, a high school student who dreams of becoming an idol, takes refuge at Fujimi Girls’ High School, where the surviving students live. How will the Maikos fight back against the hordes of zombies that relentlessly attack them? This vibrant story combines horror and harmony, and the heroes don’t wear capes… instead, they wear sailor suits. I’m wearing
King of Mystery (Novel)
Who can overcome the storms of steam and machinery and achieve extraordinary results? Who whispers to me in the mists of history and darkness? When I woke up from the mysterious fog, I found myself in a world of guns, cannons, huge ships, airships, and various engines. Potions, divination, curses, hangings, and sealed artifacts.
But through it all, the light still shines, and the mystery is never two steps away. This is the legend of the Fool.
yen Press brings you a wonderfully balanced mix of manga and novels, including audiobooks from the hit series The Eminence in Shadow. Another very popular anime series this year, “Aliya Sometimes Hides Her Emotions in Russian,” aired on Crunchyroll, and its manga is now available in English. Great news for fans of the series.
Looking at the reactions to Yen Press’s announcement on X (formerly Twitter), we can see that the Chinese horror web novel Lord of Mysteries is creating a lot of buzz and excitement among fans.
What did you think of this year’s final announcement from Yen Press? Were there any titles you’ve been waiting for? Or is it a title that interests you? Please let us know!
Source: Yen Press
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