J-Novel Club has unveiled a fresh lineup of licensed manga and light novel titles, promising a diverse array of stories for its readers. The announcement, made on Thursday, February 14, 2025, includes nine new light novels and three manga series, with the first volumes (parts 1 and 2 for light novels, and the first chapter for manga) launching on Friday.
Light Novel Acquisitions
Here’s a closer look at the light novel titles joining J-Novel Club’s catalog:
My Fiancé Cheated, But a New Love Rings!
- Creators: Ehito (story), Koyukomu (art)
- Summary: Sophelia Lotus, the perfect noblewoman and fiancée to the crown prince, discovers her fiancé’s infidelity with her own sister. Just when she feels lost, Livionis, a knight secretly in love with her, offers her an escape. Captivated by Livionis, Sophelia abandons her life and flees the kingdom with him. This series explores themes of betrayal, newfound love, and leaving behind a life of duty for personal happiness.
The Villainess Is Dead! Long Live the Empress! Redoing the Story After a Poisonous End
- Creators: Tsuta Sonehara (story), Yukio Qumoya (art)
- Summary: Westalia, destined to be queen, is betrayed by a close friend and framed for attempted murder, leading to a death sentence by poisoning. The story follows her journey after this betrayal. This is a tale of political intrigue, betrayal, and rebirth.
Three Cheats From Three Goddesses: The Broke Baron’s Youngest Wants a Relaxing Life
- This light novel promises a story filled with divine intervention and the pursuit of a peaceful existence.
Fluffy-Eared Realm Restoration: Taking It Slow With My Cool Big Brother
- This title suggests a heartwarming narrative centered around rebuilding a realm with the help of a dependable sibling.
Long Story Short, I’m Living in the Mountains
- A story that likely delves into themes of escapism, self-discovery, and finding solace in nature.
The Tiny Witch From the Deep Woods
- This light novel hints at a magical adventure featuring a diminutive witch and the mysteries hidden within the deep woods.
Bullet Hellion: The Gunslinging Demon Prince Crushes Another World with Modern Arms
- A high-octane isekai (other world) story with a demon prince armed with modern weaponry.
Abducted Princess Running Rampant: Wielding Forbidden Magic in the Demon King’s Castle
- A princess uses forbidden magic in the Demon King’s castle after being abducted.
Shannon Wants to Die!
- Publisher: Kadokawa
- JP Publication Status: Oneshot(?) (Came Out February 2023)
- JP Bookwalker
- Summary: Shannon is a totally normal, mortal mage, and certainly not older than she looks—at least, that’s what she’s convinced her new friend, Kyle, into thinking. Cursed to live forever and fed up with her immortal coil, Shannon wants to…well…die!
Manga Additions
The manga titles joining the J-Novel Club lineup include:
My Tiny Senpai
- This manga likely explores themes of workplace romance and the dynamics between a senior and junior colleague.
From Villainess to Healer
- Publisher: Media Factory (Kadokawa)
- JP Publication Status: Ongoing (Volume 5 Came Out May 2024)
- JP Bookwalker
- Summary: Charlotte Cocoriara: duke’s daughter, fiancée to a prince, villainess, and…NPC? Framed as the villainess in a spin-off of an MMO dating sim, Charlotte suddenly regains memories of her past life as a player of the same MMO.
Pens Down, Swords Up: Throw Your Studies to the Wind
- Publisher: Fujimi Shobo (Kadokawa)
- JP Publication Status: Ongoing (Volume 4 Came Out October 2024)
- JP Bookwalker
- Summary: The third son of a viscount, Allen Rovene has hated every moment he’s spent studying in the academy.
Release Details
J-Novel Club is releasing the first volumes of the light novels in two parts, while the manga will see the release of the first chapter of their respective first volumes.
J-Novel Club: A Focus on Digital Light Novels and Manga
J-Novel Club has become a prominent player in bringing Japanese light novels and manga to English-speaking audiences. They focus on digital releases, offering a subscription service that allows readers to access ongoing translations and build a digital library. Their catalog spans a variety of genres, from fantasy and science fiction to romance and slice-of-life, catering to a wide range of tastes within the anime and manga community. This latest announcement further solidifies their position as a key provider of translated Japanese content.
