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An anthology of 4 early horror stories by Kanako Inuki. Originally published in Shoujo Friend/Fresh Friend magazines.

"I want to adopt a cat." "how 'bout me...?" A heartfelt (?) comedy of a man with a scary face but a pure heart and a cat who talks (in Hiroshima dialect)!

Queen Seirena of the Alcantia Kingdom had devoted her life to her country, guided by the words of her parents, who died when she was young. But one day, an impostor who looked exactly like her suddenly stole everything. Betrayed by her fiancé and left to die in a prison cell where no one came to her aid, Seirena was approached by King Plum of a neighboring kingdom. Revealing his true identity as an ancient vampire, he offered her a choice: “Will you become a vampire and come with me, or wait here for death?” To reclaim everything that had been taken from her, Seirena chose to form a blood contract with him.

"I Was Supposed to Be the Villainess, But Suddenly All the Heroine Events Keep Triggering!?"Japanese office worker Rin Watase reincarnates as Rosalia, the villainess doomed to die in an otome game full of death flags. "This time I'll live happily!" she thinks, using her game knowledge to avoid bad endings - but strange events keep happening: making contracts with spirits, helping the prime minister using modern knowledge, even taking walks with the sacred beast...And now she's accidentally triggering the heroine's events!?Can this oblivious villainess crush all the death flags and live peacefully in the end!?

Introverted sophomore Autumn Lyne likes being alone with books... until she's forced to befriend her sister's bandmates. She then forms a special bond with one of them, the charming Michael Summer, who has more to him than meets the eye. Heartwarming and bittersweet, this coming-of-age tale chronicles the memories of a young woman as she comes to terms with the changes in her life brought about by her first love. Because sometimes, the best way to move forward is to look back.

I can't just abandon them!" When Marchioness Neon visits the knights for an inspection, what she sees is a horrifying scene-wounded soldiers and corpses lying in a rundown shack... The hellish sight brings back memories of her past life as a nurse, and she rises to save the soldiers-!

In the present day, 19-year-old Alice was visiting the "Titanic Exhibition." After getting caught in a mysterious bomb threat, she awakens to find that she and her childhood friend, Noah, have been transported to the past. The destination they were sent to was none other than the deck of the Titanic on the very day it sank in 1912! Knowing the disastrous future that the ship will sink in just a few hours, Alice resolves to do whatever it takes to prevent the collision with the iceberg. Just then, a handsome young man appears before her, who for some reason calls himself her fiancé. A glamorous romance unfolds aboard the luxury liner as the passengers face the ultimate choice between life and death. At the moment the ship sinks, whose hand will Alice take in the end? The curtain rises on a high-stakes romance suspense about rewriting an absolute fate!

A young graduate and tireless worker, Yu Zhou, finds himself hospitalized and encounters the mysterious and cold Su Chang, a woman with a distinguished appearance. As they get closer, ambiguous and conflicting feelings arise between them, until they finally confess their feelings. However, Yu Zhou has no idea that Su Chang not only has beauty and a privileged background, but is also a famous voice actress. How can a modest and simple person like her approach this person who is so far above her?

The eldest lady of the palace vanished—only to reappear as a renowned street juggler. One day, she crossed paths with a Huren boy who had fallen from the sky. Unbeknownst to her, he had come seeking a teacher—and that teacher was her. Wen Laiwu began to suspect: they were not who they claimed to be. Who are you? A disciple? An assassin? A fox spirit? A daughter of the royal household? In the majestic splendor of the Tang Dynasty, layers of mystery swirl through the prosperous age. As the fog slowly lifts, it becomes clear—this is not a first meeting, but a grand reunion written by fate.

Heeran used to be the disgrace of House Namgung, shunned by all, including her siblings. But after political intrigue destroys her family, Heeran dies trying to avenge them. All seems lost until she reawakens in the past... as an adorable baby! But how can she help anyone in a baby’s body? And why are her siblings being so nice to her? Time has been reset—using her knowledge of the future, Heeran must rewrite history and thwart the sinister dissidents who seek Namgung’s downfall.

Syœs a silly little fella, one day he was bored and hungry, so hungry in fact he could barely move, so on the verge of starvation he decided to summon satan to Exchange his soul for a sandwich.

The Cutie Mark Crusaders are back! When Apple Bloom, Scootaloo, and Sweetie Belle take a trip into the woods, they find a forest filled with trash! Just what could be causing this mess?! Looks like it’s another mystery for our favorite fillies to solve—and one where not everything is as it seems...

Cute Short Stories of Confession of Lovee!!

Parme, the exclusive servant who helps Erzeta. One day, because of the princess' request he met Pastor Levanto. "Parme, please replace me when you meet him." But what happened was that Pastor Levanto, who was rumored to be a jerk, was apparently more caring than he thought. Very considerate. "I would like to see you, princess." He was almost carried away by his beautiful face and words. But, Parme never thought that Pastor Levanto also sent a servant named Angelo! "Angelo, Elio, Rigieri... How many names do you have?" A man who managed to destroy her heart with hidden intentions from head to toe. Don't tell me he's just following orders, right?

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While Mitsuha is on the verge of giving up her long-held dream and her passion of becoming a professional pianist and is beginning to live a quiet and traditional life, a glimmer of hope appears to her by chance, which is about to reveal mysterious aspects of herself that she herself didn’t know about.

The dull office worker Mirai suddenly finds herself reincarnated into the world of her favorite web novel, When the Golden Mirror Shines! Now living as the heroine, Luna, she rejoices at the chance to achieve a happy ending with her beloved hero, Valei. Since she knows the entire storyline, everything should be smooth sailing... or so she thought—until the novel’s author, whom Mirai practically worshipped as a god in the real world, starts rewriting the plot?! With one unexpected crisis after another caused by the author’s whims, can Mirai—now Luna—still reach her happily-ever-after with Vallei?!

Framed for a crime she didn’t commit, Isabel died leaving behind her little daughter. 10 years later, she awakens in another woman’s body, with only one year left to live. But the world she returns to is even crueler. Her daughter is now married to the very man who murdered her, all in the name of revenge. With just one year, Isabel must find a way to save her daughter, no matter the cost.

Kasuga enters high school with one goal in mind -- to get himself a girlfriend! His plans do get pushed back due to a minor car accident, but no worries...! The day he returns to school, he catches sight of Morikawa, a first-year, and it's love at first sight. Learning that she prefers the calm and stoic type, he takes drastic measures and forces a "cool guy" act. To his surprise, things seem to work in his favor. That is, until...

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Forming a band with my idol… is it true?!

From Aerandria Scans:It’s the 16th century and the knights of the Mediterranean country Malta take pride in being the strongest in the world. Aciel is a beautiful lady-knight who gradually makes her way into the group of the knights, despite the fact it’s forbidden for women to be knights. Learn the tale of the magnificent knights whose charms neither friends nor foes can resist!

This is a manga adaptation of the Italian comic series of the same name.Five girls find out they are the new guardians of the elements earth, fire, water, air and energy. Will Vandom, Irma Lair, Taranee Cook, Cornelia Hale and Hay Lin fight against the monsters from the parallel world called Metamoor and their evil prince Phobos.

Shanghai, 1999. A city on the edge. People feared to be called losers. There was a criminal syndicate called Heiban based in Shanghai that controls all of China. Their scale and connections were unbelievable.As a son of small restaurant owner, Rui, worked as a gourmet writer and loved his job. His fiancee, Honghua was a beautiful colledge student. Rui enjoyed his life, and was confident that his happy life will continue. But he was too naive. Rui knew his childhood friend, Zihao, became a member of Heiban, but he believed they were still friends.One day Rui helped some children living on the street, and that small good act lead him to tragedy. It was Zihao who destroyed everything he had...Rui decides to do the same thing back.

By a stroke of luck, Qian Buduo, an impoverished university student, discovered the Shenhao system. Despite being granted vast riches by the system, Qian was restricted to undertaking meaningless and disorganized quests, with no rewards for success and dire penalties for failure. Frugal by nature, this type of coercion was an unbearable torment for Qian. However, hidden behind the chaotic tasks was a secret truth that Qian would soon reveal.

Locked in their endless dance, the seasons flourish but do not yield their time willingly to the winds of change. Transitioning them is a responsibility undertaken by humans—known as Agents of the Four Seasons. Ten years ago, Lady Hinagiku failed in her duties as the Agent of Spring. Now, flanked by her loyal protector, Sakura, she has returned to thaw the cold winter once again. But the music did not cease in her absence, and for ten years, it fell upon the other Agents to uphold this eternal dance. If Lady Hinagiku is to fulfill her duty, she must bring spring to a world that has forgotten its warmth—and find her footing among those who have carried on without her all these years.

A school life filled with loneliness, zero luck, and no social connections, Yumi’s childhood was nothing but a dark and miserable past. Now 28, she has finally overcome her embarrassing history and is living a happy, fulfilling life. But just when everything seems perfect… she time-slips back to her most unfortunate past?! Caught between the last love she left behind in the future and the forgotten first love from her past, what will she do?

After graduating from high school, Minori decides to attend an art school against her mother's protests. While throwing herself into her work, she happens to meet two fellow male students. Fujioka Takashi and Kagami Touma. Kagami, who uplifts people with his confidence and kindness. Fujioka, whose confidence inspires. Thanks to these two boys, Minori is able to overcome the struggles she’s been facing her entire life. But what happens when one of them wants something more…?

Charlotte doesn't remember being hit by a car. In fact, she doesn't remember anything. She wakes up in the hospital room and has to start her whole life over again. First starting with her name and everything leading to the accident. She knows her name is Charlotte but who is Charlotte? She wonders who she is or who she is going to be now. and who's that boy who has to be by her side and keep her Safe?

Taken from Baka-Updates MangaCollection of short stories:• Yacchimaina!!Chisa's an ordinary girl who finally confessed to the school prince and got the man of her dreams. But what is he hiding from her that'll turn all the girls away from him?! Wi

Rejoice! I, the Emperor, shall make you my bride!” Orphaned and mistreated by her relatives, Sumire Inazuma never expected her life to change—until she and her cruel cousin Botan are suddenly summoned to another world as "Saints of Salvation." But when the Emperor Carlyle appears, it’s not the lovely, manipulative Botan he proposes to—it's Sumire. Why her? And what is this mysterious, powerful bond that seems to link them across lifetimes?

Jibaku Shonen Hanako-kun is a supernatural manga by AidaIro that follows high schooler Nene Yashiro, who summons the ghost of Hanako-san, a spirit rumored to haunt the school bathroom and grant wishes. Instead of a scary ghost, Hanako is a mischievous boy who pulls Nene into adventures of uncovering secrets of the school’s 7 mysteries.

Alice, a viscount's daughter, agrees to work as a live-in kitchen maid because it's her one way out of getting married! Unfortunately, her new life won't be as smooth sailing as she had hoped. Her assignment is the Fourth Paladin Order, which happens to be full of handsome men...her natural enemy! The reason for that? Well, in Alice's previous life, she had a handsome husband who betrayed her. He was nothing but a piece of trash without any other redeeming qualities. But as Alice fills the paladins' stomachs with her hearty Japanese dishes, they slowly begin opening up to her, revealing secrets they had hidden away, Perhaps her job won't be so unpleasant after all. Food, excitement, and wholesomeness all around!

A collection of six stories from master of horror Hideshi Hino. In the first story, "Unusual Fetus: My Baby", a horror writer jokes with his pregnant wife about her giving birth to a baby lizard, much to her annoyance. But his joke ends up coming true and alizard baby is born. The writer is horrified and tries to get rid of it, but his wife insists on raising it. From there, an unfortunate and bizarre story begins. The second story, "Flower of Flesh and Blood", was turned into a direct-to-video film in the Guinea Pig series of movies with Hideshi Hino himself directing. American actor Charlie Sheen one day saw a copy of this film on VHS and contacted the FBI, believing it to be a genuine snuff film...Contains stories of tragedies and dark comedy.

From Ochibichan.Fujisawa Kazui followed his recently departed grandfather’s will to stay in Seishou Gakuen’s Tsukigase Dormitory. The cowardly Kazui has two roommates- one is Kawasaki Ryouhei, who has a very big secret (!!) and the other is Mario Ve

Sunday Webry Newcomer Award, September 2022, Free Division, Honorable Mention. A man is curiously gifted one of his own flowers by his mailwoman. What are the implications behind this gift?

Meet the unforgettable one-night stand partner again as your boss! Three years ago, when she went down to Daebok Resort to attend her mother's wedding, she kept running into a man. Yumi bumped into a man whose name she didn't even know, and ended up spending the night with him, caught up in the atmosphere. The next day, Yumi panicked and ran away, and Jinwook, the man who had feelings for Yumi, felt betrayed by her disappearance. Three years passed without even knowing each other's names... Yumi joined Daebok Group, a large domestic company, as a nutritionist. But... the general manager... the man from three years ago...?! Yumi and Jinwook met at the same company as the general manager and nutritionist, as if by a twist of fate. Jinwook, who recognized Yumi, designates her as the nutritionist in charge. Yumi's thrillingly delicious romance where she has to make a dish that suits Jinwook's taste, who has changed from a dreamy one-night stand to a slightly(?) darkened boss!

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A young boy by the name of David is trying to live his life without following through with his intrusive thoughts and attempting to stay sane, although it can be difficult living with his step-mom, kids, and teachers at school. At least he has the wilderness around to keep him calm when life gets too overwhelming.

Shizuku and her boyfriend, Daiki are high school students that live together. On top of that, they're married?! As "newlyweds", Shizuku has insecurities, particularly taking their relationship into the next level... 

Sul-i, who was ostracized because things got awkward when she was alone with someone, made her own rule to never be one-on-one with anyone. However, she ends up in a situation where she has to spend the entire day with Jeong-hu, the popular and outgoing guy in their class.

My name is Miyabi Mifu. I'm a lonely sixth-grader, and I don't have any parents or relatives.....or so I thought for the last twelve years!One day, I found out I'm a quadruplet!! Three other girls that have the same face and voice: Ichika-chan, Nitori-chan, and Shizuki-chan. We were all raised alone in different places, but from now on we're going to be living under the same roof. However, living with only other children is chaos! Also, the differences in our upbringing could lead to some uexpected circumstances...?We're all the same, but we're also different! Our cute sisterhood life begins now!

Sakioka Junko stands out among her peers with her attractive appearance and that annoys the other girls. Kasai Makoto, tired of hearing whining from the girls, offers to quarrel with Junko's best and, for obvious reasons, only friend. The enemy is defeated and goes into sobbing, but suddenly, Kasai, who really did not want to harm the girl, wants to console her...

Heartfelt journal/ at manhua websiteZhan Chuyi, the eldest daughter of the Zhan family who has been independent for more than 20 years, started to work hard to start a career in order to take over the family business safely. She set her sights on a film and television company that was about to close down to practice her skills. It happened that the new neighbor was the first sister of this company. , which is naturally close to it. Lack of a dress? Wear mine. Lack of investment? Spend mine. Lack of guests? Let me go. Lacklack of people to take cats to be neutered? Well, it's not like I can't do it. I successfully acquired this small company and also got a beautiful sister.Recommend for you !

Sim Yun, who has excellent grades, good looks, and a perfect score, thinks dating is a luxury in order to reach her dream safely. However, she is kind to everyone and begins to care about her friend's partner, Kwon Min-ha, who has a harmonious family unlike her.