Publisher Yen Press revealed an extensive wave of upcoming English releases during their industry panel at MCM London Comic Con on Sunday, confirming a slate of fresh light novels, translated manga series, and audio adaptations slated to hit shelves in April 2027.
Leading the announcement roster is the audio adaptation of Scarlet, penned by renowned creator Mamoru Hosoda. The narrative follows Princess Scarlet, whose royal life shatters when her uncle usurps the throne. After her initial quest for vengeance ends in failure, she awakens in a surreal wasteland of the dead alongside a modern-day registered nurse named Hijiri, setting off on a dark journey to deny her enemies salvation.
New Light Novel and Manga Licenses
The publisher also expanded its catalog with several diverse titles spanning fantasy, psychological horror, and romance. Among them is Tarō Hitsuji's Cause I'm Freedom!, which introduces readers to a swordfighting prodigy who returns from training carrying a magical machine gun and diving headfirst into ancient ruins.
Fans of romantic comedy and fantasy mashups can look forward to Cross-Dressing Villainess Cecilia Sylvie: Extra Round! by Hiroro Akizakura, offering post-series short stories and alternate narrative paths. Additionally, horror enthusiasts received confirmation for Yoshiki Tonogai's psychological thriller omnibus Secret: Homicide Edition and the manga adaptation of About a Place in the Kinki Region, bringing the famous Japanese found-footage phenomenon to print.
