TOP MANGA OF THE WEEK

Reincarnated as a villainess in an otome game, Cecilia realizes that as the heroine’s rival, she’ll die no matter what route she takes. Convinced that she can avoid her death flag by masquerading as a man, she crossdresses and assumes a new identity. In the process, however, she ends up replacing her brother-in-law as the knight charged with protecting the heroine! And now the prince who should be condemning her to death wants to hang around her all the time...?! Cecilia will do whatever it takes to achieve a peaceful and carefree life, but if her guise ever slips it’s Game Over!

“Because I still haven’t seen my husband’s face…” Tiese No­tec marries Duke Ian No­tec as repayment for her family’s debt. But Ian avoids her completely, and they go five years without properly seeing each other. At her wit’s end, Tiese decides to pay off the debt and divorce. Her task: fixing the ××× of Ian’s friend, Baron Servan…!? Ian’s secret looms large, and Tiese must decide whether she can win her freedom — or something more.

Leite, the daughter of a frontier marquis who proudly calls herself a "heinous noble lady" firmly believes she is hated by the common people. One day, in order to obtain bodyguards who would never betray her, she impulsively purchases a group of injured male slaves brought in by a slave trader. To earn their loyalty, she uses rare healing items to treat their wounds and declares that she will provide them with money and housing. Instantly, Leite wins their admiration. Though she sees herself as a villainess, in reality, she's unknowingly saving people and gaining the trust of the populace. Then, it's discovered that among the slaves she bought are the first prince—rumored to have been killed in a revolution—and defeated soldiers...

Four girls, an illustrator, a former idol, a VTuber, and a composer, form an anonymous artist group called "JELEE", each pursuing their artistic dreams while supporting one another.

Ottilie, a marquise with the ability to "read minds," has been tormented by her sister, who has the power of enchantment, since she was a child. One day, Ottilie somehow finds herself at a royal party. "You can read minds... Very well. " As usual, she was supposed to be a complement to her sister, but for the first time she hears a voice in her mind that recognizes her ability. To my surprise, the voice belongs to the Dauphin Varric! He likes her abilities and appoints Ottilie as the Dauphin's assistant. Ottilie is very active and shows her ability to live up to the expectations of the Dauphin. Gradually, she regains her confidence and enjoys her work life to the fullest. Otilje respects Verlick as her boss, but Verlick is always sweet on her...? On the other hand, when her sister finds out about Ottilie's success, she becomes jealous and starts to run amok.... A story of a daughter who has nothing to do with love, but finds happiness!

Three years ago, a poisoning murder took place in a luxury apartment. Hwayoung, who lost her mother in the incident, begins saving up a large sum of money to find the killer. Tempted by the promise of quick money, she gets involved in a “phishing” scam, but soon realizes she herself has become the target of human trafficking... Just as she struggles desperately to escape the crisis: “If you’re going to run away… take me with you.” Her “Smile Bear,” filled with memories of her mother, suddenly appears, holding a blood-dripping hand axe.

That day, when I met you, my world, where I couldn't even speak, was filled with music. High school student Fujieda Yuzuki is a kind girl who is liked by everyone. She prioritizes the people around her - her friends and her boyfriend - and hides her true feelings. She's not good at using her own voice. Putting others first had been Yuzuki's way of life up until then. That is, until she met you. One day, Yuzuki comes across a girl singing and playing the guitar on the street. Unable to forget the voice, she was humming a tune alone in the classroom after school when the girl from that time, Terada Hinata, appeared. It turned out to be a student at the same high school. What's more, she spoke to him, saying, "I've come from the future to save you" --!? A girl meets girl x school youth story!! (Source: Young Ace Up, translated)

High school student Mizuno has a person that he's not good with. It's his seatmate Wakao-san. Mizuno is the only one who perceives Wakao's face as a blank slate, making it impossible for him to read any of her facial expressions. Furthermore, when Wakao tells him that she's using his expressions as "reference," the mystery surrounding her deepens?!

At the start of the new semester, ordinary high school student Yashiro Tenma is in the same class as the two most beautiful girls in the school, Tsubaki Reira and Sumeragi Rinka. Reira is a cheerful and beautiful girl, and Rinka is cool and a little scary. Tenma wants to somehow live a peaceful school life by keeping a little distance from such overwhelming beauties, but one day he finds out Rinka's forbidden secret, and the situation changes completely!?

Is this an even bigger harem than I expected!? In a modern world with few men, my popularity is off the charts! A gender-reversed world—where the male-to-female ratio is 1:20, women have stronger sexual desires, and the rare men are guarded by female bodyguards, living a dream life. Fifteen years have passed since Ichinose Ikuto was reincarnated into this harem-guaranteed world, but for some reason, he isn't popular. He laments that all the bodyguards around him are handsome, and especially that his best friend, Tohsaka Rui, is exceptionally high-spec. But the truth is—these bodyguards are actually beautiful girls in disguise! Completely oblivious, Ikuto stays dangerously close to them, giving every girl the impression that they have a chance. As his unintentional harem continues to grow, Rui, who wants to be seen as a girl, finally reveals everything to him—!? My popularity is off the charts, and this never-ending harem romcom is about to begin!

Since the Saint will arrive soon, I will never love you.” With these cold words from her future husband, King Yuri, Ederine resolves to quietly live her life as a mere ornamental queen. However, when the long-awaited Saint is finally summoned, the one who appears is… a terrified 5-year-old girl, abused and trembling with fear!? This wounded little child is gently cared for, cherished, and raised with endless love by Ederine and King Yuri. A warm, heart-healing fantasy about family affection and the growth of a beloved young girl begins!

Kiiro Tori is a passionate and energetic manga editor. One day, Toru, a manga artist she has been pursuing for years, invites her to meet for the first time. Kiiro is excited, but just before the meeting, she learns that Toru has posted on social media about quitting being a manga artist...!? (Source: Shodensha, translated)

A machine that records emotions, eta.In a future Earth, a new machine is developed and implemented to reduce the guilt and PTSD of soldiers fighting in war.This revolutionary invention, eta, quickly spreads beyond military use and begins to circulate illegally in the black market. It's used like a drug, to experience the very peak of pleasure.People came to call these illegal versions of eta "Ita."And eta was what Ajin and Hyeon once used as their salvation.Hyeon believes Ajin abandoned him, and when the Ajin who had run away is eventually caught, Hyeon uses eta to thoroughly degrade and torment him.As the two of them pour out all the festering emotions they've held toward each other, they come to realize that the conflicts between them were not born from each other at all, but from the military and eta itself.They decide to join forces and escape the stage that was set up to use them.And at long last, the two of them, feeling each other wholly without any drugs, confirm their love for one another!But can Ajin and Hyeon truly break free from all temptation and dangerand reach a love that is complete?+

The story of two immortal children, beginning at the time in which everything has ended. The innocent older sister π that loves to rap, and the introverted younger brother Makki that you can always find reading alone.

Why did she become known as a “peerless villainess”? The villainess mystery begins here! One day, Ellis suddenly finds herself reincarnated as the condemned villainess in an otome game. To avoid her doomed fate, she builds closer relationships with her fiancé, Crown Prince Gerald, and her brother-in-law Ralph, eventually gaining the approval of those around her. However—just like in her previous life—she is once again accused of being the culprit behind an incident… Is Ellis truly evil? As the story follows the footsteps of her past-life self, Erisu—who was branded a peerless villainess—the true nature of villainess Ellis is revealed in this fresh and innovative villainess mystery!

In a world where humans with extraordinary abilities, known as Espers, coexist with monstrous Mutated Beasts, Zhang Ping beats the odds and awakens to his own unique power. But fate, it seems, has a twisted sense of humor. His ability is deemed utterly useless, a cruel joke in a world teetering on the edge of chaos.Refusing to accept a life of mediocrity, Zhang Ping makes a choice that would send chills down the spines of even the most seasoned Espers. He swallows a Contract Gem – a mystical artifact capable of binding a creature’s very essence to another’s will.But Zhang Ping isn’t binding himself to some fearsome beast… He’s making a contract with himself – becoming his own summon!And with that single, audacious act, the world cracks wide open. Limitless power, a breathtaking menagerie of Mutated Beasts, treacherous parallel dimensions… Anything is possible.

Kachua, a mother of two, works part-time as a porter carrying supplies for adventurers while raising her children. She struggles daily to balance parenting and work, but one day she receives a skill from the goddess—and begins her life as a true adventurer! And her weapons? A ladle and a pot lid!? The newbie mom adventurer begins her laid-back, unstoppable journey! A relaxed and fun adventure tale begins!!

After Touya and Haru’s son, Ao, was released from the hospital, the Togawa family was ready for a fresh start in their picturesque new home. But the life Touya envisioned for his family is turned upside down when mysterious postcards begin to appear. No sender, no return address—just a note describing an event that will happen in the future! Following the prophetic cards, Touya embarks on an adventure to help those in need, keep his family safe, and unravel the mystery before disaster catches up with them…

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--- Yuria is the elder daughter of the Braxton Marquis family, and she has one younger sister, Nia. Ever since Nia was born, Yuria had lived oppressed by her parents, who doted only on her younger sister. Nia grew up completely spoiled and twisted, constantly showing off to Yuria the men she went through one after another. Yuria had no interest in her sister’s boyfriends or bragging, but for some reason, the name of one young count had always stayed in her memory. Without ever meeting him, by the time she passed twenty, Yuria’s life began to change dramatically when she happened to attend a party as her sister’s stand-in—and met that young count, Jeremy Owen. ---

A sudden marriage proposal comes to Hortensia, the daughter of a frontier lord. Her prospective husband is no ordinary man, but Trivis, the second prince—whose life is being targeted by the queen herself. What was meant to be a contract marriage to hide and protect Trivis soon begins to change. As Hortensia witnesses his gentle heart and genuine interest in the plants and animals of the frontier lands, she finds herself gradually falling for him. However, Hortensia is hiding a certain secret of her own… A troubled noble lady × a troubled prince— a newlywed love fantasy filled with healing moments and turbulent twists begins!

in her previous life, she was an overworked office lady trapped in a black company. Now, she’s been reincarnated as Seraphina, the villainess of an otome game! Being the bad guy is way too much work—and after a lifetime of exhausting labor, all she wants in this life is to relax and be lazy forever! Determined to avoid her doom and enjoy endless naps, she sets out to live a slow, carefree life… but for some reason, everyone around her starts to grow fond of her instead!? Before she knows it, she’s fallen right into the overprotective love route!

Yoshino Michi is 32 years old. She's been married for five years, but hasn't had sex for the last two. It's not as if she doesn't get along with her husband, it's just that the sex part is lacking. It was a bit unexpected, but one night when she when drinking with her colleague, Niina Makoto (36), she wound up confessing that her marriage had turned sexless. And then, a shocked Niina responded "My marriage is sexless, too," and smiled with a lonely look in his eyes.

March 2097Brazil deploys the strategic-class spell Synchroliner Fusion in South America, starting a wave of unrest that will reach as far as Japan, where the new school year is just beginning. Tatsuya and Miyuki have entered their third year at First High, but anti-magician sentiment has been steadily rising. As many young scions of the twenty-eight families gather to discuss what to do about the concerning political climate, a much more immediate threat sits just beyond the shores of Sado Island Adaption of Light Novel 21-22.