Eager to see what manga and light novels you will have the option to purchase in English during 2020? In what could be their last blast of acquisition announcements for the year, US-based publisher Seven Seas Entertainment have today announced their plans for many works from Japan. You can read more about each of the acquisitions below:
The Ancient Magus’ Bride – Psalm 75: Lightning Jack and the Fairy Incident
By: Kore Yamazaki, Yuu Godai, and Mako Oikawa
Format: Manga
Volume 1 Release Date: 29 September 2020
Price: $12.99 USD
In Lightning Jack and the Fairy Incident, fae detective Jack the Flash and her half-wolf partner Larry have their work cut out for them when they’re up against supernatural happenings in America! Don’t miss this thrilling manga with the characters made popular in the light novel The Ancient Magus’ Bride: The Golden Yarn.
The Ancient Magus’ Bride – Psalm 108: Magician Blue
By: Kore Yamazaki, Makoto Sanda, and Isuo Tsukumo
Format: Manga
Volume 1 Release Date: 20 October 2020
Price: $12.99 USD
In Magician Blue, an orphaned boy named Blue is taken under the wing of the magus Gisele to explore the artistry of magic in Paris. For readers interested in a gender-swapped take on the original premise of The Ancient Magus’ Bride, this beautifully illustrated manga is full of all-new wonder.
Kingdom of Z
By: Saizo Harawata and Ron Watanuki
Format: Manga
Volume 1 Release Date: 14 July 2020
Price: $12.99 USD
Five days after a sudden and devastating zombie attack, Masaru is barely managing to survive by hiding out at his high school. Suddenly, he is rescued by two beautiful high school girls: Sekigahara Miki and Nagiri Karin. But what are their real motives…?
Buck Naked in Another World
By: Madoka Kotani and Mochiusa
Format: Light Novel
Volume 1 Release Date: 21 July 2020
Price: $14.99 USD
When an ordinary Japanese man is catapulted headfirst into a fantasy world, he’s especially disappointed that he was sent stark naked! Adapting to life in a land of monsters and magic is hard enough without having to do it in your birthday suit, but Yoshida Shuta is going to grin and bear it—or bare it—as best he can.
The Gym Teacher and the School Nurse Are Dating
By: Pikachi Oui
Format: Yuri Manga
Volume 1 Release Date: 22 September 2020
Price: $12.99 USD
Hayama-sensei and Terano-sensei are two women who work at the same school…and just started going out. They’re a little shy about their budding relationship, but their co-workers–and even their students–are rooting for them as they bumble their way through love!
Who Said Warriors Can’t Be Babes?
By: Taijiro
Format: Manga
Volume 1 Release Date: 21 July 2020
Price: $12.99 USD
Inspired both by a call to justice and a totally massive crush on the Hero, one woman trained until she became the strongest fighter alive! Unfortunately, she might have gone a little too far…because she’s so strong that no matter how hard she tries, the Hero sees her as a juggernaut instead of a sexy love interest. Will the dark lord be slain? Maybe. Will two heroes fall in love? Only time will tell!
Made in Abyss Anthology
Format: Manga
Volume 1 Release Date: 29 September 2020
Price: $12.99 USD
Features a collection of over a dozen short stories from a variety of creators.
In an era when the world has been scoured for secrets, one place remains unexplored–a massive cave system known as the Abyss, filled with monstrous creatures and lost relics. When a young orphan named Riko comes upon a mysterious robot boy named Reg with possible ties to the Abyss, the two team up to explore the terrifying depths together. This intense manga has spawned a critically acclaimed anime and several movies in theaters, both in Japan and America. Now fans can enjoy this official anthology of short manga by different creators, each with their own take on this fascinating world and its characters!
