Yen Press, a leading publisher of manga and light novels, has recently announced the acquisition of several new manga series, promising a diverse range of stories for fans to look forward to. Among the newly licensed titles are “Love Bullet,” “The Girl Past the Filters,” and “The Terrifying Students at Ghoul School!” These additions, revealed at MCM London Comic Con on May 23, 2025, highlight Yen Press’s commitment to bringing exciting and engaging content to English-speaking audiences.
Love is a Battlefield: “Love Bullet”
“Love Bullet” (ラブ・バレット, Rabu Baretto), written and illustrated by inee, presents a contemporary twist on the classic Cupid myth. In this action-romance manga, Cupids don’t use bows and arrows; they wield guns to solve love problems.
Storyline
Koharu Sakurada, a 15-year-old girl known for her matchmaking abilities, dies in an accident. Given a second chance by the Goddess of Love, she is reborn as a Cupid. To return to her human life, Koharu must complete missions, helping humans find love. However, modern Cupids face challenges, and when they disagree on how to resolve a love triangle, a shootout ensues.
Publication Details
- Author and Illustrator: inee
- Original Publication: Monthly Comic Flapper (Media Factory)
- Serialization Start: October 5, 2023
- Volume(s): 1+
- Genre: Action, Romance, Yuri
- English Release Date: November 2025
- Synopsis: Cupids use guns to solve love problems, leading to a chaotic shootout over a love triangle.
Reception
“Love Bullet” has garnered attention for its unique premise, blending romance with action. Volume 1 quickly sold out at multiple overseas retailers, including CDJapan and Manga Republic, leading to a reprint due to popular demand. The series was also nominated for AnimeJapan’s “2025 Manga Ranking for Most Wanted to Be Adapted into an Anime”. Reviews praise the manga for its blend of comedy, fantasy, and heartfelt moments, with a retro art style.
Themes
The manga explores themes of grief, unrequited love, and female friendship, all while maintaining a balance of humor and comfort. It also touches on the idea of second chances and the complexities of modern relationships.
Behind the Filter: “The Girl Past the Filters”
“The Girl Past the Filters” by Suzu Ōmi dives into the world of social media and the contrast between online personas and real life.
Storyline
Narumi Hakobe, a high school student with a blank expression, finds joy in following “Efa,” a girl who posts suggestive photos on social media. Narumi soon discovers that Efa is none other than Mitsuha Koto, his diligent and popular classmate.
Publication Details
- Author and Illustrator: Suzu Ōmi
- Genre: Romantic Comedy, Seinen
- English Release Date: November 2025
- Synopsis: A quiet high school student discovers that his favorite social media personality is his popular classmate.
Themes
“The Girl Past the Filters” explores themes of identity, social media, and the contrast between online and offline personas. It also touches on the challenges of high school life and the complexities of teenage relationships.
Ghoul School Days: “The Terrifying Students at Ghoul School!”
“The Terrifying Students at Ghoul School!” by Mai Tanaka is a spin-off of “A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!” This comedy manga follows the antics of problem students at Hyakki Academy.
Storyline
A new semester begins at Hyakki Academy, where tanuki Mamekichi Maizuka and nekomata Tamao Akisame are among the students. The series reveals the origins of characters from “A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!”
Publication Details
- Author and Illustrator: Mai Tanaka
- Genre: Comedy, Supernatural
- English Release Date: November 2025
- Synopsis: A new semester at Hyakki Academy introduces problem students and reveals the origins of characters from “A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!”
Relation to “A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!”
“The Terrifying Students at Ghoul School!” is a spin-off of the popular manga series “A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!”, which follows Haruaki Abe, a timid teacher working at a school full of monsters. The original series has been praised for its blend of humor and supernatural elements, depicting the chaotic daily life of a human teacher and his monstrous students. The spin-off offers a glimpse into the lives of the students before the events of the main series.
“A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!” Background
- Author and Illustrator: Mai Tanaka
- Original Publication: Monthly GFantasy (Square Enix)
- Serialization Start: November 18, 2014
- Anime Adaptation: Aired from October 2024 to March 2025
- Synopsis: A timid teacher finds himself working at a school for ghouls, leading to humorous and chaotic situations.
Other Announcements from Yen Press
In addition to these three manga titles, Yen Press has also announced the release of the “Fruits Basket: The Complete Box Set”, audiobooks for “Miku’s I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World and Became Unrivaled in The Real World, Too” and “Harunadon’s If the Villainess and Villain Met and Fell in Love novels”.
Final Thoughts
Yen Press’s acquisition of “Love Bullet,” “The Girl Past the Filters,” and “The Terrifying Students at Ghoul School!” showcases the publisher’s dedication to offering diverse and engaging manga to its readers. From supernatural action to social media commentary and comedic school life, these new titles promise to deliver exciting stories and memorable characters. Manga fans have much to anticipate with these upcoming releases in November 2025.
