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"A Tricky Test. The end of terminus break from classes at Babyls is right around the corner! Now, there's only one thing standing between Iruma and vacation: a set of dreary exams. But just as Iruma gets ready to hit the books, he runs right into a fearsome teacher and a sticky situation he never saw coming! Will he be able to wing his way out of this one?!"--Provided by publisher.

Tokyo, 2048. Japan is now connected to the entire northern hemisphere by the Eurasian Railroad, and all manner of crime and vice pour into the megalopolis at its eastern terminus. Little do the people know that inhuman beings live among us, however--robots with high-level AI, who will kill to survive. Only one 'man' can stop them--their ORIGIN.

Ryota Sato finds himself transported to a world where everything drops from monsters in dungeons. He makes his way up in the world with his unique skill that gives him S-rank drop stats and god-tier item drops! Joined by hammer-wielding holy mother Emily, carrot-loving Killer Rabbit Eve, knowledgeable mage Celeste, and dungeon-born monster tamer Alice, the Ryota Family makes bank with drops until their earnings reach the nine digits in this thrilling next chapter of their adventures!

“Looking for love, but afraid you’ll never find it?” Come Live at the Love House!Let the Shoko Tug of War BeginStill reeling from her failed Christmas Eve date with Kei and an unexpectedly heart-pounding moment with Tanaka, Shoko agrees to join her housemates on their very first group trip to a hot springs resort. But what should be the perfect moment to relax and reset very quickly becomes another source of intoxicating, mixed signals that leave Shoko more rattled than ever. And the snapshot of in-house situationships soon gets even more complicated by the revelation that the usually cool and composed Rio has also started to fall for someone in the Love House…

"Half-human, half-chimpanzee Charlie's birth mother Eva is dead--but her startling last message could change everything. Even as Charlie and his friends struggle with the possible existence of another humanzee, a fateful encounter forces them to accept the truth..."--

What does a young noblewoman freshly betrayed by her betrothed need most? A crash course in everything naughty!And who better to teach her than the feared hermit sorcerer who for some reason can't help but pamper her to no end?“My only option is to profess my love here and now!!”Fearsome sorcerer Allen has finally accepted his feelings for Charlotte, the noblewoman he rescued and took in, and realized he cannot keep the secret any longer. Now, bolstered by the support of his friends in town, he decides to lay it all on the line for his lady love on a picturesque picnic date. Little does he know, he’s not the only one intent on claiming Charlotte for his own…

"Desperate to save his retainers and friends, Guren makes the ultimate sacrifice and gives up his humanity to accept the demon in his cursed gear, thereby transforming himself into a demon as well. His newfound demonic powers help him protect the people important to him, but the victory is short-lived. Hours later, the Imperial Demons' presumed heir, Kureto Hiragi, takes all of Guren's family and their followers hostage and presents Guren with an impossible choice: track down and kill his childhood love Mahiru Hiragi within a month, or watch as the Hiragis execute everyone in his clan--starting with his father. Left with no more to go on than cryptic messages about a secret research project that could destroy the world and whispers of an underground city of vampires, Guren must confront the most consequential choice of his life. And all the while, the clock counting down to catastrophe is ticking."--

I could model for you...In the title story, a high school delinquent tries to seduce an introverted artist in his class as part of a cruel game, but learns some unexpected things about himself when she turns the tables.   Then there’s “Girl,” in which a teenage boy gets more than he bargained for when he tries to fulfill his own need for attention in an unusual way.    Finally, in “Kamiya,” a young doctor who can’t stand the sight of blood overcomes her phobia thanks to a host club staffed by vampires. But there are other things to fear lurking in the night...In these three complex, alluring stories, Tsubasa Yamaguchi (author of the award-winning Blue Period) shows off the darker side of her imagination, in the process transforming manga itself into something stranger and more erotic.

"The moment Koyomi's been waiting for is finally here! But as his date with Hitagi concludes, so does his story, followed by the stories of those he's saved since that fateful spring break. Though this monster's tale has reached its end, that doesn't mean they're gone--because monsters have been here since the beginning. They always have. They're everywhere."--

Translation of: Kuoiwa Medaka ni watashi no kawaii ga ts/A0/ujinai.

It's been three years since college student Ichika Sendawara was given two years to live, and she naturally feels like time is running out. But then, on the train, she happens to see her beloved teacher Professor Yurugi, who had vanished suddenly at the end of last semester. That one glimpse stokes the fire of a passion she had more or less given up on...but they may have more in common than she ever suspected. The economy in storytelling in this first of three volumes only serves to underline the poignancy of their connection -- is a brief flash of happiness worth the pain of separation?

"After Iruma makes an offhand comment about wanting to understand demons better, his trusty magical ring casts a sneaky spell to make it easier. The only problem? It's turned the normally happy-go-(un)lucky Iruma into the devilishly dark Irumean! This spicy Iruma soon stirs up the Misfit Class and leads them into a crusade to claim the biggest prize on campus: the lost Demon King's personal classroom, the Royal One!"--

"What is it I''m fighting for? Director Yamada's nefarious plan to steal a cutting-edge AEE military robot and kill his co-conspirators goes south when they hit on the same idea. Dragged into the middle of the conflict, a disguised ORIGIN must follow his programming and minimize casualties, despite being faced with the uglier side of the humanity he is compelled to save. If ORIGIN can survive this battle with the strongest military bot in the world, he just might find a new cause to fight for."--

Nagatoro and Senpai s joint training camps are almost over, but Nagatoro is still struggling to develop a surefire attack that will secure her victory over her rival Orihara. Stumped, she turns to Senpai for advice and learns a surprising truth she never saw coming. Later, Nagatoro stops by Senpai s cram school to make sure he s not being bullied and, to her dismay, realizes there s a new woman in his life who seems all but sure to promise trouble.

"Half-human, half-chimpanzee Charlie is at the center of a maelstrom: the ALA want to turn him into a terrorist figurehead, the FBI want to bring him in, and the people of Shrews want nothing to do with him... Amid the chaos, Charlie has lost his family. But who took them from him? The answer could change the world--!!"--

“Do I…have feelings for Charlotte, after all…?”Life in the feared sorcerer Allen’s mansion continues to grow more exciting with Charlotte’s discovery of her hidden talent as a magical beast tamer and the addition of their newest family member, the fenrir pup Lü. The trio had just started to acclimate to their new routine when an unexpected plumbing issue unearths a secret fourth occupant of the estate with the power to kick them out of house and home. To satisfy her and secure their sanctuary, Allen and Charlotte must now pretend to be a couple deeply in love. The magic of art should never be taken lightly, however, and this foray into acting might just push them past the point of no return.

Mona is the cutest girl in school, and she knows it. In fact, she's worked hard to make her high school debut succcessful. But no matter what she does, she can't seem to catch the eye of stone-cold stoic Medaka Kuroiwa--but she's not about to give up that easy. Medaka, on the other hand, has been raised at a temple and was told to never become close to women. Who will win in this heated battle of wills?

“You are now my precious family.”On a mission to see the fugitive noblewoman Charlotte’s first-ever solo journey into town become a resounding success, fearsome sorcerer Allen sets out to clean the streets of any trash that might get in her way. His efforts earn him thanks from the townspeople and a gifted trip for two to a luxury hot springs resort that promises rest and relaxation. But there is no such thing as a free lunch, much less a complimentary vacation without a catch, and the fine print on this one brings Allen and Charlotte face to face with heart-stopping temptations and ferocious dangers that put their budding relationship to the ultimate test.

"Fresh off the stage where he made his dem-dol debut, Iruma discovers an astounding new aspect to his magical ring and is caught in a compromising moment by the student council president, Ameri. Horrified, she resolves to whip Iruma into shape and has him temporarily join the student council in all their grueling routines. But even the symbol of Babyls has her enemies, and when disaster strikes, it's up to Iruma to help keep both the president and all sense of order in the demon school from crumbling."--

Shinobu's matter has been settled, but there's still one last problem to solve: Hanekawa and her struggle with the Tyrannical Tiger. With the life of a loved one in danger, Hanekawa will have to risk it all to put down her formidable feline foe, but can she really win the battle in a fight against her feelings?

"Guren just barely escapes his first encounter with the disturbed product of forbidden experiments and one of the terrifyingly powerful vampires whose ire they've roused, but the battle takes a heavy toll. It leaves him with a permanent stain on his soul and more questions about what exactly his childhood sweetheart, Mahiru Hiragi, is after. And what does her prophecy about the world coming to an end actually mean? Before he can get any real answers, however, Mahiru begs him for an unthinkable favor: to kill her by his own hand. But war waits for no one, and soon Guren's friends and personal guards come under savage attack. With no time to spare and thousands of lives in the balance, Guren must measure love against madness, and the survival of his friends against his own humanity."--

Having completed their diplomatic delegation, Mitsuha and the girls finally get to go home…but there’s no time for our heroine to relax! In Japan, she becomes a small business owner and also opens her first store on Earth: an art gallery café. In the other world, the viscountess ventures solo to the enemy land across the sea, and even launches another shop!“I am Nanoha, crosser of dimensions in the name of a wandering god! I cast open a path to another world!”Using her world-jumping ability, Mitsuha becomes an explorer of the New World, a spy, a sculpture artist, and more! There’s no stopping her now! Business is booming in volume 4!

The original light novel series of the popular isekai manga!After many failed attempts at trying to get expelled from the royal magic academy, Haruto finally achieved his dream of becoming a shut-in…at school. Not exactly according to plan but it’s still a win! Sleeping in, watching anime, napping—life is great! But his days of freedom are quickly interrupted by a mysterious transfer student, followed by the Devil Lord revived, more assassins, a magic tournament… When does it end?! Fast-paced and chaotic as always, volume five of Am I Actually the Strongest? is here!

The hit light novel series with over 30 million online views in Japan, now with an anime to premiere in 2024!Ars Louvent, current lord of a backwater barony and former Japanese businessman, hasn’t been reincarnated into the easiest of circumstances. He’s not much of a strategist and certainly isn’t a fighter, but he does have one trick up his sleeve: a skill called Appraisal, which he uses to gather a host of capable retainers from all walks of life to aid and protect him! At the command of the Count of Canarre, Ars and his retainers join a war of succession between two brothers feuding for the right to rule the entire Duchy of Missian. So great are his achievements over the course of the war that Ars soon finds himself receiving a promotion beyond his wildest imagination: he will become the new Count of Canarre! Now it’s up to Ars to remedy all the political and economic woes that Canarre is plagued with...but before he’s had time to even get started another conflict begins to brew, and this time much closer to home! A crisis is looming large, and only with the combined power of Appraisal and his talented retainers will Ars be able to stop it!

"Life in Akita has it all: snow, snow storms, shoveling snow off the roof... But don't worry, it's also sweltering in the summer!! Through existential quandaries, nose squeezes, and fruit-related torture, Muco's devotion to her beloved Mr. Komatsu never wavers. She's loving life, even when a dubious new kid appears on the block--though now Ushiko's got the rumblies..?! So come on back to Glass Studio amato! Where all are welcome, not just dog lovers (despite the continuing lack of cats)."--Back cover.

The Battle of the Beauties: The Love Novice vs the Love Junkie Determined to break out of her shell and find real romance, Shoko Shoji signs up for the Love House, an experimental living arrangement putting six young singles under one roof to see what sparks may fly. Her eye is immediately caught by the intriguing young art student, Kei, who appears to have set his sights on her as well. But things are not always as they seem, and soon Shoko walks in on Kei in an intimate moment with another housemate: Momo, the adorably charming and fashionable hairstylist, who’s not about to back down from her own chance at love.

"Everyone's eyes are on half-human, half-chimpanzee Charlie after the Animal Liberation Alliance orchestrates a mass shooting at his high school. The FBI wants to bring him in, the locals want him out but what are the ALA's real intentions? Why are they so fixated on Charlie? And what can they tell him about the mystery of his birth?"--

"I want to get out of this hell. Yo didn't expect high school life to be a whirlpool of lust and regret. He feels trampled on by Mitani, the girl he has had a crush on for as long as he can remember. He also can't forgive himself for upsetting Kei, the one person who seems to fully understand him. And when Yo realizes how much he has hurt the people around him, anguish and panic lead him to do something that shocks not only Kei and Mitani, but his entire class." -- Back cover.

Mona is the cutest girl in school, and she knows it. In fact, she's worked hard to make her high school debut succcessful. But no matter what she does, she can't seem to catch the eye of stone-cold stoic Medaka Kuroiwa--but she's not about to give up that easy. Medaka, on the other hand, has been raised at a temple and was told to never become close to women. Who will win in this heated battle of wills?

"Flying Witch emphasizes that while actual magic is nice, there is ultimately magic in everything." --Anime News NetworkHigh Stakes MissionsTo atone for stopping time under the influence, Makoto’s sister Akane must undertake a challenging job for the Society. Her mission: retrieve a sacred artifact from a long-sealed chamber in the Tibetan mountains or risk forever staining her reputation. Back in Aomori, Makoto fits a friend in a handmade robe—only to unexpectedly unleash a little chaos. And when a special visitor asks for help, Makoto and her crew put all their skills to the test in a task that, if done wrong, could spell the end of the human race.