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“It was on a night as dark as the new moon… That I first heard your voice.” Ume, once married but cast aside for being barren, returns in shame to her home village—only to find it stricken by famine and grief. With her adoptive parents dead from disease, she is utterly alone in the world. Now, to appease the mountain god believed to bring fortune, the village decides to offer a maiden sacrifice. Though no longer a true maiden, Ume claims to be one and volunteers to become the sacrifice, hoping to give her lonely life meaning. Awaiting her deep in the mountains is a mysterious deity: the Wolf God, with flowing silver hair and claws shimmering in five divine colors. His presence is terrifying... yet heartbreakingly kind. A haunting, tender tale of falsehood, fate, and a divine love born under a moonless sky.

Second virgin went to Women's Wind and fell madly in love!Office worker Berry happened to learn about the dating course at Onna Kaze through an Internet TV program she was watching, and out of curiosity, she decided to try it out.After using the course several times, she becomes attracted to KEN, the therapist, and with a single-minded desire to get closer to KEN, she finally uses the treatment course and becomes physically and emotionally addicted to KEN.What will happen to Berry's love, swamped by the person she has to pay to see?

You can feel it, right? It's spreading through your body every time I thrust into you. Why does he look exactly like he did several years ago? For a photo shoot, Arisa has come deep into the forest. To this place where she was saved by a certain man a long time ago... Right before the shoot, she gets into a fight with her fellow models and ends up mortally wounded. As her consciousness drifts away, the man from her memories appears before her!? "Succumb to me if you don't want to die!" Just why does she feel pleasure surging from every place he licks and touches!? Something's wrong! This couldn't be the work of a human. As she looks up at him in the darkness, she sees proof that he's not of this world...

Yuto Kuroma, a 14-year-old with aserious case of chuunibyou, accidentallysummons the ultimate Dragon King using a magic circle he had doodled purely on a whim.. (Wait, seriously?)On top of that, due to certainfriends with a lonely evil dragon girl who had been sealed away for 3000 years.!Now, the fate of the world is casually entrusted to one unsuspecting boy!

Kyoko always thought she would end up getting married to her long-term boyfriend Kenichi. However, reality hits her like a ton of bricks when he decides to end their relationship and moves to Kyushu without her. At the age of 24, she starts a new life in Tokyo, where she crosses paths with Yoichi at her workplace. His warmth tugs at her heart, and despite their 17-year age gap, she falls in love with him. However, fate has other plans, and when two other men shake up her love life, she must make the biggest decision of her life. Source: Webtoon

Hatsune Miku is a young woman seeking to become an actress, but just as it seems her chance has come, everything is thrown upside down when she finds herself hurled into the world of stage within a strange mansion. There she meets seven mysterious, and potentially dangerous, characters. Although each comes with their own secrets, they almost all have one goal in commonfind the stolen script pages, or be trapped in this false world forever!

Welcome to the Magic Ocean, a blissful paradise where wishes come true and children live happily forever! --- Seoltang awakens in a strange new world, accompanied by a tortoise who walks on golden sand and seems determined to find the exit. But why would anyone want to leave the Magic Ocean? The pair journey through mysterious waters, where forgetful children frolic in blissful oblivion, watched over by enigmatic imaginary friends. Real or fake, friend or foe, right or wrong, life or death – Seoltang and her tortoise must confront the sinister truth of this strange place and its inhabitants and find a way to escape! A bittersweet tale of self-destruction, pain, sadness, and healing from depression.

"I will definitely get revenge tomorrow!" The story of the cat witch Libri's bold revenge challenge as she heads to the cathedral every day.

Tiana, a saint blessed with beauty that captivates people of all ages and genders, finds herself caught in a mysterious incident and is cursed—transformed into an ugly cat! As she struggles with her new form, she’s rescued by none other than Isis, the so-called “gloomy knight.” Despite her pitiful appearance, he takes care of her with surprising tenderness and affection. Through his devotion, Tiana begins to experience something she’s never known before—love. But things don’t stay simple for long. She soon becomes entangled in the greater conspiracy behind the curse… Can Tiana break the curse and return to her saintly form?

I took all the blame upon myself and gave my body to him…?! Julia went to the casino to negotiate repayment of her sister’s debt. In Italy, it’s a given that casinos are run by the Mafia—but the man in the owner’s suite was Rome, the son of a servant who once worked for her family back when they were still wealthy. As children, a small misunderstanding had made Julia cry, and her furious grandmother had thrown Rome and his mother out of the house. He must hate me for that, she thought. And sure enough, in a cold voice, Rome said, “You’ll belong to me—in exchange for your sister’s debt.”

Haruka Usami is a 24 year old office worker with an honest and hard-working attitude. Her boss, Tsukasa Ogami, is a serious man with eyes like a wolf. She's beginning to feel fed up with her boss's strictness, when she has to continue working after her ex-boyfriend has left her with a horrible loan to pay off! While working another job as a mascot character, she runs into her boss by chance! "I want to help my staff to work and grow together. There's someone in our office who does so much for us..." She gets to hear her boss's true thoughts!? It turns out her serious boss is a softy who's no good with talking to people. Now that she knows, she can't help but find him adorable. Now Haruka has to figure out how to express these feelings to him! What will happen in this odd office love story??

"I want this man for myself." Nails, makeup, hair... Remi, an office worker, doesn't slack off when it comes to investing in herself. The reason she's willing to go this far? To snag a man who's worthy of her, of course. One day, her childhood friend, Yumi, asks Remi to check out a man that she is interested in and introduces them. Much to her surprise, Takashi is ideal husband material, and the perfect high-caliber man that Remi has been looking for! She immediately decides that she'll make him hers, no matter what. And Takashi doesn't seem too put off by Remi flaunting her good looks his way... What will come of this greedy love affair?! A collection of stories about girls and their lives now that they're all grown up.

Nozomi has married Shinji, an office worker in Tokyo, and is enjoying her newly-wed lifestyle. Until suddenly, Shinji's older brother runs off with his new family, forcing Nozomi to move into Shinji's family's home in the sticks! This is a cheerful manga about the struggles of mother and daughter-in-laws.

"What is it, Mr. Amakusa? Don't tell me you're planning to make midnight visits to my bed?" Aki Kurumi, 29 years old, meets Shisui Amakusa at a singles' mixer, and what should he unexpectedly propose but a paper marriage...! And once she starts living with Shisui, who is a touch out of sync with her, it kicks off a string of miscommunications and minor catastrophes! Their life as newlyweds (on paper) gets off to a bumpy start, but it's somehow almost cozy... "I didn't realize I would be so happy... to be needed by someone." They each chose this paper marriage for their own convenience, but could they become a real husband and wife? What is "love"? What is "marriage"? This is a bumbling love story that depicts how men and women coexist.

Season 1: Wei Yi Yi is one of the most beautiful and talented women of the kingdom. After being called ugly by the Emperor, she decides to take revenge by painting him in the most ugly and ridiculous ways! She didn't plan for the master painter of the palace to notice her and ask for her to become his apprentice... Season 2: Prince Ning's daughter always wanted to find a husband who was ignorant, innocent, delicate, and home-loving. When she got married, she found her husband was totally different from her imagination. This strong man was trusted by the Emperor. He also removed her disguises one after another. Prince Rui always thought his princess consort was a gentle, quiet, frail, graceful, and timid girl until he found he was the delicate and fragile husband in her eyes... After that, he said to Zhao Guangyang who was so powerful and might, "Honey, playtime is over, let's go home!" Zhang Guangyang replied, "...Okay"

"Who is the villain of your story...?" Misato had a perfect childhood, with parents who loved her and a home on an idyllic island in Japan's inland sea. But then a TV show starts shooting in town. Misato's cast as an extra, and in an instant, her life is turned on its head. A woman appears claiming to be her real mother, and before she knows it Misato is living in a lavish mansion surrounded by greedy schemers of all stripes. The curtain rises on the story of a rising star who plunges into an abyss—where the only sustenance is vengeance!

Yugo Beppu is a master negotiator and mediator. Fluency in five languages, Socratic wit, and a deep understanding of human nature combined with top-level international connections make him a formidable operator. When a woman's father is seized by Dacoit bandits in Pakistan, Mayuko seeks Yugo's help. After complex and dangerous negotiations, he secures his release. After this success Yugo is called in to deal with yakuza in Japan, triads in Hong Kong, the IRA in Northern Ireland, and the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs in Siberia. (Source: M-U)

The collection of ghost stories gathered by Masaya Hokazono, author of "Kichikujima," is the "Ihon" series.The much-anticipated manga adaptations of special works, previously excluded from past comicizations due to their ominous nature, are brought to life by the extraordinary talents of horror masters Noroi Michiru and Taimu, handpicked by Masaya Hokazono.A dream collaboration! Bold reinterpretations to look out for!- My House - Taimu- He** Fujoshi - Noroi Michiru- The Flapping Horror - Noroi Michiru

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Mizuki is a small woman with a baby face whom everybody treats like a pet hamster. She's in a relationship with Akira, her very tall and tough-looking boss, who is secretly into all things cute. One day they finally decide to make love, but Akira's manhood is just as oversized as the rest of him, and way bigger than she ever could have imagined. On top of that, he's almost a foot and a half taller than her! Their size difference allows them to have a uniquely sweet and exciting love life that will enthrall them both...!

Ever since she was a girl, Katie had dreamed of becoming a mother. Katie had given up on getting married but still desired a child. Since she lived in a small town where all the men are married, her only hope for having a child was to use a sperm bank. Or it was until tall, handsome Jeremiah moved into town. She gathered up her courage and asked him to help her make a baby. The very next day he agreed to help her, but under one condition—that they get pregnant the old-fashioned way…

While tour guide Leo is visiting Cairo with her clients, she runs into members of an Arabian royal family at the hotel where she’s staying. She is immediately drawn to a sophisticated man with a noble air. His name is Amer and he’s the sheikh of Dalmun, a country in the Middle East. The prince of the desert should want nothing to do with her. But that night, he suddenly appears in front of her when she gets fired from her job!

Sakura is reunited with Kenshou, a man who is 9 years younger than her, who she has thoroughly rejected in the past. Now that Kenshou has grown up, can Sakura set aside her reservations about dating a younger man?

A two volume publication of short stories and oneshots.Vol.1 - Mango no Namida.1. Mango no Namida2. Shiroi Hana no Shishyuu3. ROVER4. Tamago Ouji5. Yuuutsu Yamaraaji6. KakigoriVol.2 - Beautiful Sunset.1-2. Beautiful Sunset3. Zakuro4. Sakuranbou no Utage5. Manindensha no Susume6. Yubikiri

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Simon's mom is quite strange: she doesn't like his grandma's cooking, she doesn't hunt with his uncles, she always ignores his dad and she seems to hate Simon.

The day Se-ul declares that she will stay single, three attractive men suddenly decide to pop into her life all at once. A man who matches her ideal type, a childhood friend she's known for twenty years, and a man who checks off all the right boxes. Will Se-ul be able to hold firm to her declaration of staying single?

There are two sides to every working adult: one they show when they're on the job, and one they show when they're off the clock. For coworkers Sotaro Amata and Akira Hanku, this holds doubly true. Outside the office, these fashionistas don outfits that metamorphose them into completely different people! So what happens when they form a connection after hours…without recognizing who the other person is?

I had a recurring dream that he would come back for me someday… Five years ago, Shona worked at a tourist restaurant in New Orleans, where she met Malak. Impressive in his high-end suit, he charmed her and they ended up having a magical one-night stand. Since then, Shona has been secretly raising their child…while still dreaming of Malak coming back for her. But she never expected that to actually happen, for him to show up one day and demand his son! And it turns out Malak has been crowned a king and their son is now a prince!

Adara, a lower class girl whose only love is money, comes up with the perfect plan to get her dream job: she’ll pretend to be a refined lady to be hired as a companion for a wealthy family. The job seems easy and everybody believes she’s the lady she claims to be… except for one person. Always at risk of being exposed, Adara discovers that surrounding herself with lies and pursuing her dreams with her heart untouched will be harder than she thought

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Maggie was raised in a wealthy family. Lately she's started to feel irritated by the people around her who see her as a spoiled brat, no matter how hard she works. One day she meets her rival, Jack McKinnon. Jack started with nothing, but he is successful, well respected and very handsome. Maggie, who is usually rebellious, is for some reason compliant with Jack. She eventually gives up her virginity to him, but the following morning Jack tells her the shocking truth...!

Here's to enjoying the second stage of my life!" Kazuha Ono is now a 35-year-old divorcee after ending things with her cheating husband. She works up the courage to declare, "I am officially divorced!" at her workplace, the editorial department of a fashion magazine, and much to her dismay the handsome new employee happens to be there at the same time. She thought it would make things awkward between them, but it seems like for some reason it's drawn him in closer.

Yoon dami's life takes a drastic turn when 10 years of her life suddenly skipped overnight. This strange occurrence intertwines with a mysterious man who proclaims himself a god. Their relationship sours as he initially denies involvement. // Then, a mysterious "object" changes everything. // Can their broken bond be restored?

A boyfriend whose love is so strong it becomes smothering - "Sena, look only at me." - an impudently wicked underclassman - "You should just break up with that boyfriend of yours." - and the girl wavering between them on a seesaw of love! Since Sena struggles to speak her mind, her boyfriend Minoru worries and has been taking extra care to watch over her. Then one day, Sena decides to attend her school club's drinking party after Hayato, an underclassman in the same club, asks for her help. She's always turned down the parties before to avoid worrying Minoru, and the moment she tells him she's going to one, his whole demeanor suddenly changes... While she's tossed about like a ship in a storm, which man will Sena choose in the end...?!

“There came a day when the young students, Korbla and Sishmu, left the all-women’s Witch Coven to follow their oathbreaking teacher, Vaski, in search of true freedom. Their search was doomed from the start, and one oathbreaker became three." TIME WILL DEVOUR HIS CHILDREN is an on-going queer adult fantasy comic about your past coming back to haunt you. This story is intended for adult audiences, and will explore dark themes. First chapter is safe-for-work, 99 pages long, full color. Content warning for transphobia.

Eli is a witch who lives in the Sea of Trees. Eli, who has lived for a long time, has written down her records in the form of a book, which has been passed down to future generations. One day, Eli sets out on a journey to a town where there are parchment craftsmen. On the way, Eli hears rumors of a monster from a merchant, and when she stops at an abandoned village, she is attacked by its residents. However, the residents have their own reasons for attacking Eli... The story of a witch who lives to understand the world unfolds. (Source: Natalie, translated)

What is considered "normal" for a 30 year old? Should she be married, have a career, live independently...? Shuko Maeda, 28, is a single office worker who lives in a shared house with her three friends. One of them is Eika Matsuki, a career woman whose life revolves around work. Then, there's Misaki Kawaseda, a musician, singer and hopeless romantic. Finally: Shio Momoyama, who works freelance and is laid back in her professional and personal life. Together, they navigate the stresses and joys of daily life as women approaching 30, in a society that has certain expectations for them, while they all try to find their own unique way to thrive!

He invited me to his castle to tempt me into his bed? Beth, the manager of a riding academy, comes to Egypt to buy her dream horse. She finds the ideal horse, but it’s out of her price range. Soon after, Beth ends up traveling to a castle owned by Moroccan prince Uzziah. Beth stays with Uzziah in the hopes of obtaining one of the first-rate horses he raises, but she doesn't realize that the real reason he invited her to his castle was so that he could seduce her into his bed!

This entrepreneur and dark horse of the business industry is interested in a dreamy girl! Marc is one of the biggest icons in the business world. He is a man with wealth and fame, but he is missing one thing: a perfect wife. That’s when Rennie comes into the picture. Her cousin introduces her to Marc as someone who will help find his ideal bride. Despite Marc being skeptical of love, Rennie tries to help the man by introducing him to several great candidates. Marc doesn't care for the candidates, though: he is more interested in Rennie herself!

Rosaria, a talented young woman skilled in crafting magical tools, was chosen by royal decree to marry Crown Prince Wilbert—an acknowledgment of her abilities and her quiet devotion to the kingdom and its people. But despite everything she gave, all she received was neglect. One day, her husband told her coldly: “I have no intention of ever loving you.” Thus passed six years of a cold, emotionless marriage, during which she became known as “the wife no one loved.” But when Wilbert’s mistress became pregnant, Rosaria’s role ended abruptly—she was heartlessly cast aside through divorce. Yet, the divorce wasn’t a curse—it was the freedom she had long been waiting for. With a gentle smile and a heart as light as a feather, Rosaria decided to start over—accompanied by her faithful head servant, Aris, who had supported her in silence for all those years. At his suggestion, they journeyed together to his homeland, a place she had only read about in old books: The Kingdom of Dragons—Lacteus. In this land, where dragons take human form and believe in the sacred bond of soulmates—one person destined to be your eternal partner— Rosaria discovers that Aris, the quiet companion by her side, is not only a powerful dragon… but may be her true fated mate. Yet behind his warm gaze lie secrets still hidden. From a discarded wife to a free woman in a kingdom of myths, this is the story of a woman’s rise from rejection to a love more powerful than she ever dreamed of.

Sehui Yun, a promising designer, lives as nothing more than a puppet for her family and is under the constant watch of her abusive stepmother. One day, she meets a seemingly perfect man, Taehyeong Han, who offers her an amazing job to free her from her shackles. However, it seems he may want more than just a standard work relationship.

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Harriet can’t believe it when a handsome lawyer steals a kiss from her and tells her that her lips are sweet. How had this happened? Upon inheriting a mansion from her great-aunt, Harriet had considered selling it, but in the end she decided to renovate and rent out the upper floors. Her tenant is Finn, the man who kissed her. He’s a troublemaker, hosting one party after another with countless women coming and going. Harriet goes to tell him that enough is enough! But Finn has other plans…

From Icarus Bride:This story is about a university student named Mikari who finds herself falling in love with the most unlikely of partners: Kaga-san, a 52 year old widower who lives in her apartment building. The scent of the incense sticks he burns in his deceased wife's honor clings to his body, drawing her in. 

This manga contains four stories: 1. Houmonsha (Visitor) A prequel to Thomas' Heart narrating the earlier life of Oscar. Due to many large and small problems that have added up over the years, Oscar's parents' marriage is collapsing. One day, after a fight that Oscar believes is going to end like all of the others, his father does something irreversible. Now Oscar and his father will have to deal with the consequences. 2. Shiro (Castle) 3. Egg Stand was translated in French under the name ''Le coquetier'' in Moto Hagio Anthologie De l'humain 4. Tenshi no Gitai (Angel Mimic): The one-shot Tenshi no Gitai (Angel Mimic) was published in English as a part of the A Drunken Dream and Other Short Stories manga anthology by Fantagraphics on September 27, 2010.