Wow, wow, WOW!!! What an incredible Anime NYC weekend! I have so much to say about my experience this weekend. But first and most importantly, it is time to recap alllll the publisher announcements from the weekend. Being in person for the announcements is always such an incredible experience. Nothing beats being in the room where it happens, screaming along your fellow fans at new licenses!!
Seven Seas Entertainment started the weekend STRONG announces 18 new licenses!! I was absolutely losing my mind at all the BL licenses!!! Especially the The Ghost’s Nocturne as that has been on my list to read! And new danmei licenses?! Pray for my wallet and TBR!
A Tale of the Secret Saint ZERO (Audiobook) by Touya and chibi, and narrated by Katy Vaughn and Eric O’Keeffe
The prequel to the light novel and manga series A Tale of the Secret Saint (which inspired an anime)—also available from Seven Seas! Volume 1 of the audiobook will be released for the first time in the English language in October 2026 as part of Seven Seas’ Siren imprint for audiobooks.
Dinghai Fusheng Records (Audiobook) by Arise Zhang, also known as Fei Tian Ye Xiang (非天夜翔), and narrated by Reuben Uy
The hit danmei novel series that inspired the manhua—also available in English from Seven Seas—and the animated series/donghua! In an ancient China where magic has been nearly extinguished, two young men must work together to prevent the destruction of all life. Set in the same universe as Legend of Exorcism! Volume 1 of the audiobook will be released for the first time in the English language in November 2026 as part of Seven Seas’ Siren imprint for audiobooks.
There’s Something Wrong with the Chief: Du Zhu You Bing (Audiobook) by Yang Su and narrated by Zion Jang
A tragic past and a deadly world of assassins spark a love that defies fate in this fan-favorite danmei series, narrated by Zion Jang (Classroom of the Elite and Lout of Count’s Family)! Volume 1 of the audiobook will be released for the first time in the English language in November 2026 as part of Seven Seas’ Siren imprint for audiobooks.
Till the End of the Moon (Novel) by Teng Luo Wei Zhi
The sweeping romantic fantasy novel behind the hit Chinese live-action drama!
To save the world from the demon lord Tantai Jin, righteous cultivator Li Susu travels five hundred years back in time to stop him before he succumbs to evil. Yet as Li Susu witnesses Tantai Jin’s past, her determination to destroy him wavers—was this man always destined for evil, or did fate make him a monster?
Whispering Tiger: Jangsanbeom by Teriyaki (II)
An accident on the mountain leads one young man to a supernatural change! A horror Boys’ Love webtoon that will leave you craving more.
There are stories about the Jang Mountain Tiger, a ghost that lures its prey by imitating humans before devouring them. Thankfully, it’s just a ghost story…right? Ever since Geonpil’s roommate, Yeonseung, returned from a trip up to Jang Mountain, something has seemed off. He’s used to Yeonseung’s moods—they’ve been roommates and then some for four years—but now the other man has a hunger unlike ever before. And when that insatiable appetite goes from food to something far more physical and feral, Geonpil is still drawn to “Yeonseung,” even as the danger increases. Will he be able to keep the beast at bay, or will Yeonseung devour him whole?
The Ghost’s Nocturne by ANANAS and C.R Jade
The hit Boys’ Love webtoon finally makes its way to English print for the first time! A supernatural historical romance about a hedonistic prince of the underworld and the human whose heart he must win over.
Jae-shin has lived a life of endless pleasure as the son of King Yeom-ra of the underworld. Indulging in nightly pleasures with ever-changing bedmates and stirring a bit of chaos in the mortal realm, Jae-shin lives a blissfully hedonistic life—until his insolence goes a step too far.
As punishment, Jae-shin becomes a powerless puppy during the day, but by night, he’s human. To free himself, he must win over a human’s heart. But when the human who catches his eyes is the sweet-natured prince Lee Nok, Jae-shin may find that his heart is affected the most.
My Lips are Being Targeted by Karin Anzai
In a school filled with magic abilities, one young man can increase another’s abilities…with a kiss! A Boys’ Love rom-com where power and relationships grow from an inevitable smooch. From the creator of It Takes More Than a Pretty Face to Fall in Love—also available from Seven Seas!
The students at Pororo Academy aren’t studying regular academics—they’re here to master unbelievable skills and abilitie But one student has been blessed with the rarest gift of all: Blue Line. With just one kiss from a Blue Line holder, it can greatly enhance another person’s ability! But while the BL ability seems like a great power, the person who has it has different opinions.
Scarlet Thirst by Tako Nonoshima
In a mysterious village cut off from the real world, a young man who wants to leave is trapped by a dangerous secret. Can his childhood best friend save him, or will he be pulled back in?
Every ten months and ten days, Shinto priest Yoichi is forced to butcher a monstrous creature and serve the flesh to the villagers. He’s unsatisfied with this life, stuck in a closed-off village, but hesitates to leave and explore the outside world. When his childhood friend, Kyo, returns to the village after Yoichi’s father dies, he tries to convince Yoichi to leave and run away with him. But there’s a darker secret keeping Yoichi there—one that will change everything between the two of them.
Synchronicity Obsession by Neneko Narazaki
A reckless psychic finally meets his match when he’s assigned a new Guide. Can they get on the same level or is this a partnership headed for disaster? An exciting Boys’ Love manga taking place in the Guideverse!
Tenkawa is a psychic with extraordinary abilities and skills. He’s one of the top three in Japan but his cocky attitude and overuse of his abilities make him more of a liability than an ideal partner. No matter the Guide assigned to look after him, Tenkawa always finds a way to attempt missions alone or refuses all care. But when Kuroi, a highly skilled Guide who trained in America, returns to Japan, he gets assigned to Tenkawa, and the psychic may have just met his match in stubbornness!
I Wish it Had Just Been Love by Rui Obata
When Nina finally reunites with the senpai she admired in high school, she’s shocked by how much Mao-senpai has changed! Is this all because of some guy or does the real Mao need Nina to bring her back? An emotional Girls’ Love/yuri manga about reuniting and adapting to change.
Nina had always admired Mao, her senpai from high school. Mao was a diehard rock fan and talented musician who was as gentle as she was strong-willed. When it came time for Nina to pick universities, of course she wanted to follow Mao. But when the two finally reunite, Mao is almost a completely different person…and she’s quit music! While Nina is happy to learn about how her precious senpai has grown, there’s one problem: the guy who causes Mao to look so soft and tender. But this nice-looking-guy isn’t treating Mao the way Nina believes she deserves. Her solution? Show Mao-senpai just how she deserves to be treated by taking her out!
The Duke’s Daughter Must Seduce the Demon King… But the Demon King’s a Girl?! by Ringoame Third and Akio Kawada
To protect humanity, one young woman must do whatever it takes to win over the Demon King in an arranged marriage. But she’s about to find out that the Demon King isn’t at all what—or who—she expected! An action-fantasy Girls’ Love/yuri manga with a surprising arranged marriage.
Cecilia, the duke’s daughter, has been given a critical mission to maintain peace between humanity and the Demon King. To do this, she must win over the Demon King’s heart and avert her people’s destruction. But when she arrives to meet her betrothed, the Demon King isn’t at all what she anticipated! Rather than a terrifying beast, Cecilia is engaged to a beautiful and innocent-looking young woman!
Enslaved By My Cats by Hasegawa Roku
When the Cat Distribution System strikes, there’s no denying your fate! And for one worn-out author, this blessing could be exactly what she needs—as long as she accepts her new position of servitude, that is! An adorable, full-color cat comic that will warm your heart.
Between a grueling job that keeps her on her feet all day and feeling forever exhausted, one woman finds happiness after she brings home a pair of kittens. A newbie cat mom, she quickly learns that this adorable pair is as sweet as they are troublesome-and they’ve also made it very clear they’re the ones in charge of things now! A pawsitively adorable and hissterical cat comic that pet owners everywhere can relate with.
Goetia Shock (Manga) by Dokuzu Kento and Kobayashi Tetsuya
The sexy cyberpunk saga makes its way to manga! In a world ruled by technology, it’ll take one human detective to solve the man-made mysteries plaguing the city. Inspired by the hit light novel series—available digitally from Seven Seas!
In a world controlled by corporations and advanced technology, Alicia Arkwright-aka the Cyber-Brain Wizard-roams the streets solving mysteries and crimes that plague the town. With her Neuromancer abilities, Alicia can hack her way to the necessary solution. But her latest job has her venturing into the “Black Area,” the Neo-Maihama Art Commune. Can Alicia survive the trap of humiliation and lewdness, or could this be the end of the beautiful detective?
Witch and Mercenary (Manga) by Chohokiteki Kaeru, Miyagi Makoto, and Kanase Bench
He was hired to kill her but when she asks for his protection instead–he agrees! Together, the witch and mercenary will travel in search of safety. Inspired by the light novel—also available from Seven Seas—and don’t miss the upcoming 2027 anime!
In a world where witches are considered dangerous, mercenaries take on the task of hunting and killing them. Zig, a mercenary wielding a large blade, finds himself facing the witch Siasha. Though she wields incredible magic, Siasha only wants to live in peace. When Zig learns of her true intent, he realizes they’re not so different. Both are just trying to survive in a world where nobody cares if they die. Together, the two set off on a journey across the continent in search of a more peaceful land.
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You – Season 1 & 2 Box Set (Vol. 1-6) by Rikito Nakamura and Yukiko Nozawa
Your prayers have been answered with this box set that you’ll really, really, really, really, really love! Bring home the first 6 volumes of the hit manga series with this lovely collection! Includes the story covering seasons 1 and 2 of the anime as well as exclusive extras.
Aijo Rentaro has asked a hundred girls out and struck out every time. In desperation, he prays for guidance, only to be told by a god that his rejections were due to a cosmic mishap! Now this god will set things right by making sure Aijo gets one hundred dates. Except, as things often go with gods, there’s a catch: each of his one hundred dates is Aijo’s destined soulmate! Worse, if he doesn’t return their feelings, they’ll all die in horrible-and hilarious-accidents!
Welcome to the Nightmare Game: Huanying Laidao Emeng Youxi (Novel) by Bo Mu Bing Lun
A heart-stopping unlimited flow danmei from the same universe and author of The Lucky Egg Game, also available from Seven Seas!
First-Class Lawyer: Yi Ji Lü Shi (Novel) by Bo Mu Bing Lun
A thrilling new sci-fi mystery danmei novel from the author of Copper Coins and Panguan: The Twelfth Gate, both also from Seven Seas!
Faraway Wanderers (Deluxe Hardcover Novel) by priest
The highly anticipated and requested wuxia adventure from the author of Silent Reading and Guardian, both also from Seven Seas!
Source: Seven Seas Entertainment Anime NYC Industry Panel
OMG, Enslaved By My Cats sounds adorable! I love cute kitty stories, they are just the thing to brighten my day.