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Now that Arthur has been appointed as an interim professor despite only being a first-year, he’s drawn the ire of his classmates. And as if that weren’t enough, now he has to face off against Lucas! Without fire and water at his disposal, will he be able to stand up to the heat?

Now that Arthur has become a student at Xyrus Academy, he’s ready to take his knowledge of magic to the next level and reconnect with Tess! But ever since he set foot on campus, he’s had to deal with obnoxious rich kids who think they rule the school. Not only that, Director Goodsky has a very interesting proposition for him…

In the wake of Marcois s death, Arthur and the rest of the disciplinary committee struggle to keep students safe on campus as an unknown threat looms over them. What s up with the cryptic, bloody runes? Is Kai behaving suspiciously? And why has Director Goodsky come back covered in wounds ?!

Mizuno, the daughter of a mayoral candidate, is desperate to escape the suffocating pressure and scrutiny of smalltown life. Chayama, the heiress of the tea company Chayama-en, is adamantly walking down the path laid out for her, despite being forced to atone for her family’s apparent misdeeds. Yet in the bubble of the school’s third floor guidance counseling room-away from rumors, watchful eyes, and their feuding families-they’re simply Mizuno and Chayama, two teenagers who find comfort and hope in each other. But when the outside world tries to tear them apart, the two must find a way to protect their relationship and, more importantly, themselves…

The Beginning After the End is a physical release of one of today's most read comics, with popularity rivaling the best-selling Solo Leveling.

Nio Nakatani, known for her delicate and heartwarming portrayal of girls’ love, presents a marvelous collection of short stories that span her whole career. With works including her striking debut title Farewell to My Alter, enthralling tales from the Éclair anthologies, and a hauntingly captivating piece penned exclusively for this volume, Nakatani explores the deeper nuances of loss, identity, and matters of the heart.

THE RISE OF THE LEGENDARY ADVENTURER, NOTE.After going toe-to-toe with the head of the Xyrus Adventurer’s Guild, Arthur has finally completed his rank examination and secured a B-Rank placement. It looks like his impressive performance has turned a few heads, though, drawing the attention of the Guild and his fellow B-Rankers—for better or worse. None the wiser, he sets out to train his blade with Jasmine in the Beast Glades…but this is only the start of where Note’s journey will take him. And nothing can prepare Arthur for the terrors he’ll encounter on the way…!

With Eleanor’s birthday coming up, Arthur is on the hunt for the perfect birthday gift for his sister. Little does he know his efforts will make him privy to a monumental secret—a new continent has been discovered! While this promises danger and excitement, Art can’t let himself be distracted from his upcoming enrollment at Xyrus Academy and his simmering desire for revenge against Lucas. He may have no choice in the matter, though, considering he’s drawn the attention of the princess of Sapin...!

What do work and love have in common? They can both take over your life… Saori Fujimura and her boss, Ayako Asano, are an unbeatable duo at work, but after hours their relationship is more than just professional. As tensions mount between Ayako and her husband and Saori’s feelings grow stronger, they’ll have to decide—is it love they seek, or merely pleasure?

The members of the Literature Club have graduated and are about to go their separate ways! With Asakura going to study abroad in Canada and the others moving on to college, the group says its goodbyes in this final volume!

When the king returns to court, it's time for the princes to prove their mettle. But not everyone's been exactly keeping up with Heine's lessons... (Hint: It's the prince who only scored a one on his assessment test...and that was for signing his name!) Can Heine really whip these boys into shape well enough to rule a country?

Reiga reveals the truth behind the Sunset of the Underworld, the cataclysmic event that led to the interminable conflict between him and the Giou clan more than a thousand years ago. What happened to Yuki, Luka, and Takashiro at the beginning? In this war of betrayals, what fate awaits the soldiers...?

Mika’s massively popular magic-focused event “Magiket” has grown again, continuing to bring her spells and mages from around the world—and also boatloads of work…But despite her Market’s ever-increasing reach, a surprise encounter comes from outside Mika’s purview! The last thing she expected was to meet another Japanese visitor—could this transplant also be seeking a way home?

Protagonist Press is as busy as ever, thanks in part to Mika’s hugely successful Magic Market bookselling event-from magic-decrying warriors to tiny, meddling fairies, people from all walks of life are dipping their toes into the wonderful world of magical tomes. Despite the ever-growing size of Magiket’s crowd, the Prep Committee has the chaos well under control...until its faithful venue is suddenly double-booked, dumping Mika into a whole new crisis!

Liam and Cavo’s grand plan of traveling the world together comes to a standstill when the ship sets sail for a new continent, leaving Cavo in its wake. On his own for the first time since he met Cavo, the insatiable Liam is surrounded by temptation at every corner. Meanwhile, the ever faithful Cavo must find a way to cross the ocean—or lose Liam forever…

Will Love Be Enough to Overcome This Final Battle...? Despite being a newlywed, things are far from rosy and carefree for Filimena, as she’s continually plagued by dark nightmares of the person she used to be in her previous life. And no matter how powerful Egiedeyrus is, even he’s struggling to break the curse…and time is running out. Filimena must figure out a way to confront the ghost of her past before it tears her away from Edy-forever!

Marika Uruuno is just a normal girl in a normal world. She’ll fall in love normally, get married normally, and have a normal family- or that was the plan anyway. But when she suddenly wakes up in a version of reality filled only with women, she finds herself questioning what exactly “normal” means and why it’s so important to her. And as Mariko discovers something even more precious, she’s faced with a choice-will she find a way back to her previous life…or will she stay in this strange new world?

What nerd wouldn’t enjoy exploring an RPG-style world? Not Mika Kamiya! She was just about to enjoy her post-Comic Market haul when fate whisked her away to a fantasy land. All Mika wants is to find a way home, so she’s hunting for spells—but rather than search all over, they’ll be coming to her to attend her magical-book-selling event, Magic Market! With a very “animated” catalog of guests, eccentric attendees, and out-of-control lines, what could possibly go wrong?!

Mika has been trying to get home to Japan for a long time. But how did she first learn to wield the copy magic at the heart of Protagonist Press, and how did she meet Kiriko and Lio? As the group reminisces, new challenges keep their focus on the present-including a rival printing press, an assassin, as well as an ancient and powerful threat!

Hoshimiya Girls’ Academy-a legendary academy known for its exquisite uniforms made from a secret material: human hair. As the school year marches on, the suddendisappearance of the girl with the most beautiful hair throws the student body into chaos. Rumors swirl and grow, threatening to sweep up the distraught Hana, and Youko chases after her, grasping at the thin thread that connects them. Will their intertwined fates unravel, or will they be bound more tightly together?

In his life as a hitman, Marco never failed to eliminate his targets. Known throughout Italy as “The Oracle of Florence,” he made a name for himself executing his missions quickly and silently, with no hesitation. However, one day, in the course of his work, he comes upon a remarkably cute figurine that will change his life forever! Determined to track down the source of such a charming visage, he leaves Italy behind to immerse himself in the world of anime, manga, and games! But his departure ruffles more than a few feathers, and now, with a bounty on his head, Marco can’t let his guard down just yet...

Although Youko resolved to stay by Hana’s side in Yokohama, when they return to the classroom, their relationship grows strained as Hana flounders in the wake of Hoshimiya’s disappearance. Meanwhile, Ayane expands her web to entangle the “little sisters” of Hoshimiya Girls’ Academy-and her gaze is now on Hana. Can Youko’s newfound strength pull Hana from her cocoon before it becomes completely enmeshed in Ayane’s desire?

Ever since Mika was transported from Japan to a fantasy world, she’s beenrunning Magic Market in the hopes of finding a spell to take her home.But when all the world’s magic disappears, it’s up to Mika to deal with this crisis—and that means visiting the home of the fey. As the origin of human magic, the realm is full of surprises (including a fairy ruler who wants a Magiket booth!), but could it also be the key to granting Mika’s greatest desire? The book closes on A Witch’s Printing Office in this final volume!

King Grey is a remarkable ruler with a prosperous reign, and yet…opulence and success cannot bury emptiness and solitude. His time as king, however, comes to an abrupt end, and he reincarnates as Arthur Leywin—a baby born in a world of magic and monsters. Equipped with memories of his previous life and the desire to protect the newfound warmth surrounding him, Art begins his journey of becoming a strong warrior once again. Sword training, mana coreformation, magic studies—Art does it all in order to be as powerful as can be! But will it be enough to repel the dangerous forces that threaten his second chance at life…?

Reincarnated king-turned-kid Arthur Leywin and his travel companions have been ambushed by bandits, and Art only has one thing on his mind: protect his family. But he soon realizes his strong mana core alone might not be enough to get everyone out of danger—even with the knowledge and experience from his old life, this new world is a formidable place. And when mythical creatures and slave traders are thrown into the mix, Art’s going to have to pull out all the stops if he wants to stand his ground!

Marco, a former hitman turned anime aficionado, is going to Comisa, Japan's largest fan fiction convention, and intelligence officer Viviana and her colleague Andre are tagging along too! However, Marco may not get to enjoy the festivities for long, as an uninvited guest emerges from the shadows...

The innocent Cavo has finally managed to express his true feelings for the irrepressible Liam, but mysterious figures related to Liam’s past interrupt them. In the midst of saving damsels and fleeing enemies, they hardly have a moment alone to explore their new status quo. Chance encounters, dangerous foes, and unexpected companions test the limits of the bond between Cavo and Liam. But Liam’s appetite won’t be stopped forever. And Cavo may not be as innocent as he pretends…Will the strange duo escape their pursuers? And how will their relationship survive the trials ahead?

It all began with a chance encounter in a forest, when the hideous beast Cavo stumbled upon the dapper older gentleman Liam. Although they became close companions through their many travels, Liam’s background has remained a complete mystery to Cavo—until now. When Liam’s murky past comes to light, can Cavo cleanse the darkness from his dearly beloved’s heart…?

FIND OUT WHAT FUTURE AWAITS ART IN THE THIRD INSTALLMENT OF THIS HIT FANTASY COMIC, NOW IN PRINT! Having successfully rescued elf girl Tessia from slave traders, Art accompanies her home to the elven kingdom…where he promptly finds out his new friend is the princess! While the king and queen express their gratitude toward Art and welcome him in, Art knows he’s better off departing as soon as possible-his parents still aren’t aware he’s alive, and the troubled history between elves and humans spells bad news for his continued presence there. The only problem? Art’s been experiencing weird pains ever since heand Sylvia parted, and the remedy may lie in the very place he’s trying to leave…