Seven Seas Reveals New Manga Coming West; Including The Dragon Knight’s Beloved and Kiruru Kill Me

Seven Seas is announcing several new manga acquisitions for western publication, including all-ages and mature titles. Instead of wasting your time with an intro, let’s go on to the releases:

Kiruru Kill Me

Author: Yasuhiro Kano

Aoi Nemo is a big-ticket businessman whose face has appeared in all the magazines, and there’s a price on his head. Coming to collect is Akaumi Kiruru, an assassin as deadly as she is beautiful. But the person who requested the hit was Aoi himself! From the moment he laid eyes on her, Aoi fell for this femme fatale, and he’ll do whatever it takes to spend more time with her: even if it means risking his own life. Don’t miss this zany comedy about losing your head over love!

Seven Seas will publish the manga series Kiruru Kill Me for the first time in North America in print and digital platforms in single-volume editions. Volume 1 will be released in October 2021 for $12.99.

The Walking Cat: A Cat’s-Eye-View of the Zombie Apocalypse

Author: Tomo Kitaoka

Civilization is dead. Zombies roam the earth. When Jin, a young man trying to survive the chaos of this new reality, rescues a cat from certain death, the pair sets off on a quest to find Jin’s wife, who may yet be alive. Originally published as three volumes in Japan, this engrossing and surprising seinen tale will be available in English for the first time in one oversized omnibus.

Seven Seas will publish the manga The Walking Cat: A Cat’s-Eye-View of the Zombie Apocalypse for the first time in North America in print and digital platforms in a single omnibus edition. The book will be released in October 2021 for $24.99.

Necromance

Author: Yuuki Doumoto

Shibuki was cursed with undeath when he struck down the Demon King and can no longer even touch Safi, his beloved priestess. To make matters worse, Shibuki learns that the Demon King survived. He gathers a group of adventurers to seek out the Demon King, defeat him once and for all, and remove the curse so Shibuki can embrace his beloved Safi once again.

Seven Seas will publish the manga series Necromance for the first time in North America in print and digital platforms in single-volume editions. Volume 1 will be released in October 2021 for $12.99.

The Two Lions

Author: Nagisa Furuya

To escape his reputation as a misunderstood loner, Leo attends a university far from home. His attempts at making friends aren’t going so well until he meets someone who recognizes him—friendly and laidback Junpei, who went to the same high school as he did. Can Leo break out of his shell and navigate his new friendship as it grows into something more? This Teen-rated BL tale will warm your heart.

Seven Seas will publish the manga The Two Lions for the first time in North America on print and digital platforms in a single volume edition. The book will be released in December 2021 for $13.99.

I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire!

Author: Yomu Mishima and Nadare Takamine

In his last life, Liam lived as a moral, responsible person…but died deep in debt and betrayed by his wife. Reborn into the ruling family of a vast interstellar empire, Liam knows that life is divided into the downtrodden and the ones who do the stomping, so this time he’s going to take what he wants and live for himself. But somehow, things refuse to work out that way. Despite doing his best to become a tyrant, Liam’s decisions lead to nothing but peace and prosperity for the empire under his rule, and he just gets more and more popular!

Seven Seas will publish the series I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire! (Light Novel) for the first time in North America in print and (early) on digital platforms in single volume editions. Volume 1 will be released in print in November 2021 for $14.99 USA.

I Am a Cat Barista

Author: Hiro Maijima

For some people, the daily grind of city life is exhausting. Yet somewhere between busy streets, there’s a mysterious cat café that weary souls can only find. What’s on the menu? A delicious cup of coffee specially brewed for each customer…by a cat barista!

Seven Seas will publish the manga series I Am a Cat Barista for the first time in North America in print and digital platforms in single large-trim editions. Volume 1 will be released in November 2021 for $13.99.

Who Wants to Marry a Billionaire?

Author: Mikoto Yamaguchi and Mario

Down on her luck and pushing 30, Yuuna needs a plan to dig herself out from under her mountain of debt. Fortunately, she knows just the thing: Tamarowa, the famous reality television show where women compete for the right to marry into riches! She may not be the most well-connected contestant, the prettiest, or the most provocative, but she’s willing to do whatever it takes to thwart the competition and bag her man and his moneybags.

Seven Seas will publish the Mature-rated manga series Who Wants to Marry a Billionaire? for the first time in North America in print and digital platforms in single-volume editions. Volume 1 will be released in December 2021 for $13.99.

The Dragon Knight’s Beloved

Author: Asagi Orikawa and Ritsu Aozaki

Melissa is a young woman training to be an attendant in the royal castle, working alongside the heroic dragon knights and their magnificent dragon steeds. The dragons love Melissa, and she’s soon selected to join Hubert–former captain of the dragon knights and newly appointed earl–in the borderlands, where wild dragons roam freely in the skies. Might romance blossom between Melissa and this handsome young lord, whose new position brings with it a whole host of dilemmas?

Seven Seas will publish the series The Dragon Knight’s Beloved (Manga) for the first time in North America in print and digital platforms in single-volume editions. Volume 1 will be released in December 2021 for $12.99.

Might as Well Cheat: I Got Transported to Another World Where I Can Live My Wildest Dreams!

Author: Munmun and Butcha-U

Satou Tarou, a 30-year-old construction worker, just died. Reborn into a fantasy world, he’s granted such a high level of healing magic that it feels like a cheat code–and the healing potions he produces fetch a high price. Now wealthy, powerful, and with the worries of his old world long gone, he’s ready to live it up in this new life…starting at the nearest brothel!

Seven Seas will publish the series Might as Well Cheat: I Got Transported to Another World Where I Can Live My Wildest Dreams! (Manga) for the first time in North America in print and on digital platforms in single volume editions. Volume 1 will be released in November 2021 for $13.99.

Hitomi-chan is Shy With Strangers

Author: Chorisuke Natsumi

Tall and busty high school girl Takano Hitomi has shark teeth, a looming presence, and an intense facial expression. However, looks can be deceiving. Beneath her imposing frame and piercing glare, Hitomi-chan is a sweet first-year student who just wants to overcome her social anxiety and make some friends. Enter Usami Yuu, a second-year boy who is shorter than Hitomi but not put off by her intimidating looks. A friendship blossoms–and maybe more! Don’t miss this charming romcom between a scary-but-sweet girl and her smaller, loving senpai.

Seven Seas will publish the manga series Hitomi-chan is Shy With Strangers for the first time in North America in print and on digital platforms in single volume editions. Volume 1 will be released in October 2021 for $12.99.