J-Novel Club Announces New Titles

J-Novel Club made an exciting announcement on Thursday, revealing the licensing of nine new light novel and three manga titles. Fans can look forward to the release of the first volume of all light novels and the first chapter of the manga on Friday.

Newly Licensed Light Novels

Here’s a glimpse at the upcoming light novels:

1. The Villainess Is Dead! Long Live the Empress! Redoing the Story After a Poisonous End

Creators: Tsuta Sonehara (story), Yukio Qumoya (art)
Release Date: Launches Friday with Volume 1, Parts 1 and 2

Summary: Westalia, the daughter of an aristocrat, aspires to be the future queen. Betrayed and framed for attempted murder, she fakes her death and escapes. Now on the run, she must navigate through dangers and challenges to reclaim her rightful place.

2. Bullet Hellion: The Gunslinging Demon Prince Crushes Another World with Modern Arms

Creators: MIDORIMAMESORA (story), Naoki Akamine (art)
Summary: After being shot during a paintball tournament, Takayama Junya finds himself reincarnated as Raul, a noble boy who can summon modern firearms. Following the death of his father, he must rise against the enemy nation.

3. Three Cheats from Three Goddesses: The Broke Baron's Youngest Wants a Relaxing Life

Creators: Hanmenkyoushi (story), kiltukaiki (art)
Summary: Midori Osaka wishes for a simple life and is reborn as Hisui, the broke youngest son of a baron. With three goddesses' powers, he aims for a relaxing life amidst turmoil and monsters.

4. Fluffy-Eared Realm Restoration: Taking It Slow With My Cool Big Brother

Creators: Iota Aiue (story), Tsukasa Kuga (art)
Summary: Caught in a chaotic upbringing, Lune Renard is sent back in time with newfound abilities. She aims to save her people while establishing a loving bond with her adoptive brother.

5. Abducted Princess Running Rampant: Wielding Forbidden Magic in the Demon King's Castle

Creators: Hiroshi Nagamatsu (story), Tsubame Nozomi (art)
Summary: Holy princess Mil dreams of adventure but ends up captured by the Demon King. She strives to master forbidden magic and escape her dull life.

6. My Fiancé Cheated, But a New Love Rings!

Creators: Ehito (story), Koyukomu (art)
Summary: Sophelia discovers her fiancé's betrayal and seizes the chance to escape with a dashing knight. Embarking on a new life, she's set for a romance filled with uncertainty.

7. Long Story Short, I'm Living in the Mountains

Creators: Asagi (story), Shino (art)
Summary: Tired of city life, Sano Shohei buys a mountain for solitude but finds companionship in some unusual talking chickens. His new life is unexpectedly thrilling.

8. The Tiny Witch from the Deep Woods

Creators: Yanagi (story), Yoh Hihara (art)
Summary: Misha, a young witch with a rich heritage, faces a new world of challenges after circumstances pull her from her forest home.

9. Revenge of the Soul Eater: Cast Out as a Weakling by My Sword Saint Father

Creators: Gyokuto (story), Yūnagi (art)
Summary: Exiled and pursuing revenge, Sora Mitsurugi transforms into the formidable Soul Eater after betrayal and near-death.

New Manga Titles

In addition to the light novels, J-Novel Club will also debut three new manga series:

1. Flung into a New World? Time to Lift the 200-Year Curse!

Creators: Tai Nakashima, Honobonoru500 (original work)
Summary: Akira, an ordinary man struck by a truck, finds himself in a cursed forest. He uses his unique powers to help cleanse the land and its inhabitants from darkness.

2. My Tiny Senpai

Creator: Saisou
Summary: In a lighthearted office environment, Shinozaki and his adorable senpai navigate their teasing relationship while struggling to express their true feelings for one another.

3. My Fiancé Cheated, But a New Love Rings!

Creators: Azumaya, Ehito (original work)
Summary: Sophelia's future takes a turn when she catches her fiancé cheating, leading her to a thrilling escape and the blossoming of a new romance.

Source: Email correspondence

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