North American publisher Seven Seas Entertainment made a big splash at Anime NYC 2026 with a major announcement. During their industry panel, the company revealed 18 new licenses across multiple formats. The new titles include manga, danmei novels, manhwa webtoons, audiobooks, and a special box set. Fans of Boys’ Love, Girls’ Love, fantasy, and sci-fi all found something to look forward to. The announcements cover releases scheduled from late 2026 through 2027.
New Licenses Span Multiple Genres and Formats
Seven Seas Entertainment used its panel at Anime NYC 2026 to showcase a diverse lineup. The 18 new licenses cover a wide range of genres. The publisher is bringing new manga, light novels, danmei, webtoons, and audiobooks to English-speaking audiences. The company also announced a box set for a popular series. Many of these titles will be available in both print and digital formats.
Audiobook Fans Get Three New Titles
Seven Seas is expanding its audiobook catalog with three new releases under its Siren imprint. These audiobooks are set to arrive in late 2026.
A Tale of the Secret Saint ZERO is a prequel to the light novel and manga series that inspired an anime. The audiobook is narrated by Katy Vaughn and Eric O’Keeffe. Volume 1 comes out in October 2026.
Dinghai Fusheng Records is a hit danmei novel series that inspired a manhua and a donghua (Chinese animated series). The audiobook is narrated by Reuben Uy. It is set in the same universe as Legend of Exorcism. Volume 1 releases in November 2026.
There’s Something Wrong with the Chief: Du Zhu You Bing is a fan-favorite danmei series about assassins and a love that defies fate. The audiobook is narrated by Zion Jang, known for his work on Classroom of the Elite. Volume 1 also arrives in November 2026.
Boys’ Love Manga Takes Center Stage
The publisher announced several new Boys’ Love (BL) manga titles. These releases will be part of the Seven Seas BL label.
My Lips are Being Targeted comes from Karin Anzai, the creator of It Takes More Than a Pretty Face to Fall in Love. The story takes place in a school with magic abilities. One young man can increase another’s powers with a kiss. Volume 1 releases in June 2027 for $15.99.
Scarlet Thirst by Tako Nonoshima is set in a mysterious village cut off from the real world. A young man who wants to leave is trapped by a dangerous secret. His childhood best friend might be the only one who can save him. Volume 1 arrives in July 2027 for $15.99.
Synchronicity Obsession by Neneko Narazaki takes place in the Guideverse. A reckless psychic is assigned a new Guide. The two must learn to work together or face disaster. Volume 1 releases in June 2027 for $15.99.
Girls’ Love Manga Adds New Titles
Fans of Girls’ Love (GL) and yuri manga also received good news. Seven Seas announced multiple titles under its GL label.
I Wish it Had Just Been Love by Rui Obata follows Nina as she reunites with her high school senior. She is shocked by how much Mao-senpai has changed. The story explores whether the real Mao needs Nina to bring her back. Volume 1 releases in July 2027 for $14.99.
The Duke’s Daughter Must Seduce the Demon King… But the Demon King’s a Girl?! is written by Ringoame Third and illustrated by Akio Kawada. A young woman must win over the Demon King in an arranged marriage to protect humanity. She soon discovers the Demon King is not what she expected. Volume 1 releases in 2027 for $14.99.
Webtoon Licenses Expand Seven Seas’ Catalog
Seven Seas is bringing two popular webtoons to English print for the first time. These full-color editions will be part of the Seven Seas Webtoons label.
Whispering Tiger: Jangsanbeom by Teriyaki is a horror Boys’ Love webtoon. An accident on a mountain leads a young man to a supernatural change. Volume 1 releases in July 2027 for $24.99.
The Ghost’s Nocturne by ANANAS and C.R Jade is a supernatural historical romance. It follows a hedonistic prince of the underworld and the human whose heart he must win. Volume 1 arrives in June 2027 for $21.99.
New Novels and Manga Expand the Library
Seven Seas also announced several other novels and manga titles across different genres.
Till the End of the Moon by Teng Luo Wei Zhi is a romantic fantasy novel behind a hit Chinese live-action drama. Volume 1 releases digitally in August 2027 for $20.99.
Enslaved By My Cats by Hasegawa Roku is a full-color cat comic. A worn-out author accepts her new position of servitude when the Cat Distribution System strikes. Volume 1 releases in July 2027 for $14.99.
Goetia Shock is a manga by Dokuzu Kento and Kobayashi Tetsuya. It is a sexy cyberpunk saga inspired by a hit light novel series. A human detective solves man-made mysteries in a world ruled by technology. Volume 1 releases in June 2027 for $13.99.
Witch and Mercenary is a manga by Chohokiteki Kaeru, Miyagi Makoto, and Kanase Bench. A mercenary is hired to kill a witch but agrees to protect her instead. The story is inspired by a light novel and will have an anime in 2027. Volume 1 releases in 2027 for $13.99.
Danmei Novels and Deluxe Editions Announced
Seven Seas continues to expand its danmei novel catalog with several new titles.
Welcome to the Nightmare Game: Huanying Laidao Emeng Youxi by Bo Mu Bing Lun is an unlimited flow danmei. It is set in the same universe as The Lucky Egg Game. Volume 1 releases in March 2027 for $20.99.
First-Class Lawyer: Yi Ji Lü Shi by Mu Su Li is a sci-fi mystery danmei. The author also wrote Copper Coins and Panguan: The Twelfth Gate. Volume 1 arrives in July 2027 for $20.99.
Faraway Wanderers by priest is a wuxia adventure novel. The author also wrote Silent Reading and Guardian. This will be a deluxe hardcover edition. Volume 1 releases in 2027 for $29.99.
Popular Series Gets a Box Set
Seven Seas announced a box set for one of its most popular series. The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You – Season 1 & 2 Box Set collects volumes 1 through 6. It covers the story from the first two seasons of the anime and includes exclusive extras. The box set releases in February 2027 for $84.99.
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Panel and Event Highlights
Anime NYC 2026 took place from August 21 to 23, 2026 at the Javits Center in New York City. Seven Seas Entertainment hosted its panel on Friday, August 21, from 2:45 PM to 3:45 PM in Room 1A23-24. The panel was well-attended by fans eager to hear about new licenses.
Seven Seas also participated in a panel with Tappytoon and other publishers. The panel, titled “BL & Romantasy: Genre Fandoms Rise with Tappytoon,” took place on August 23. It explored how Boys’ Love and romantasy genres have grown into major global fandoms.
Seven Seas Entertainment is thrilled to announce eighteen new licenses, first revealed at Anime NYC 2026, covering a broad range of genres across various imprints and labels.
Release Timeline and Availability
The newly announced titles have release dates ranging from October 2026 to 2027. The audiobooks are the first to arrive, with three titles coming in October and November 2026. The manga, webtoons, and novels will follow in 2027. Most titles will be available in print and digital formats. Prices range from $13.99 to $29.99 for individual volumes, with the box set priced at $84.99.
Seven Seas Entertainment continues to expand its presence in the North American market. The company’s announcements at Anime NYC 2026 show its commitment to bringing diverse stories to English-speaking audiences. Fans of Boys’ Love, Girls’ Love, danmei, and other genres have many new titles to look forward to.
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