(W) Nagaru Tanigawa (A/CA) Noizi Ito This third volume in the Haruhi Suzumiya series is a collection of four exciting short stories that chronologically take place before The Sigh of Haruhi Suzumiya.The Boredom of Haruhi Suzumiya:In her latest attempt to give the S.O.S. Brigade more public exposure, Haruhi signs the group up for the city-wide baseball tournament. Bamboo Leaf Rhapsody:It's like Back To the Future! In order to prevent an impending disaster, Mikuru takes Kyon back in time, where he meets Haruhi as a seventh grader. Mysterique Sign:The computer club president at school mysteriously disappears, and it's up to the S.O.S. Brigade to get to the bottom of it!Remote Island Syndrome:It's vacation time when a relative of Itsuki's invites the S.O.S. Brigade to stay at his island villa. But then a dead body turns up, and Haruhi and the gang get mixed up in a thrilling murder mystery.

(W) Yuki Yaku (CA) Fly Fumiya Tomozaki's opinion on the game of 'real life' has been changing ever since he met Aoi Hinami and began training with her-it may not be the greatest, but at least it doesn't suck. Meanwhile, student elections are coming up, and obviously, Hinami will be running for student council president. But when Mimimi decides to run, too, Tomozaki's going to find out if he's leveled up enough to handle the crossfire! For readers ages 16 and up

(W) Yuki Yaku (A/CA) Fly After finishing the busiest summer of his life, Tomozaki is ready to get back to school. His relationship with Hinami is changing, but he hasn't given up on trying to find the best strats to get through the game of life. His first challenge of the new semester: to help motivate none other than Erika Konno, one of the scariest girls in class! For readers ages 16 and up.

(W) Yuki Yaku (A/CA) Fly Tomozaki never expected he would be mentoring Tama-chan in the ways of the normie-especially not when she turns out to have an A-tier character to begin with. How can he help her? CAN he help her...? For readers ages 16 and up.

(W) Yuki Yaku (A) Fly It's November, and preparations for the culture festival are beginning. Meetings with Hinami have begun again, and life has mostly returned to normal? until Hinami asks him who he likes. But Tomozaki has to wonder-does he really need to have an answer?

(W) Yuki Yaku (A) Fly With the school culture festival looming, Tomozaki finds himself busier than ever, his attention split between helping Kikuchi with her script, developing a comedy show with Mimimi, and tackling an assignment from Hinami. As practice for the play begins, Kikuchi and Tomozaki decide to interview Hinami about her past in order to strengthen her connection with her role. But just what feelings will she have to face before the curtain rises??

(W) Yuki Yaku (A) Fly The school festival is over, and so is winter break. Tomozaki has faced a major milestone, but now he has a new challenge to face: the career survey form. Of course, Hinami's training is still ongoing, too, and between an offline meeting with other Atafami players, a visit to Tama-chan's house, and a new relationship with Kikuchi, the new semester is looking to be as full as ever.

(W) Yuki Yaku (A) Fly The day after the school festival ends, second-year Class Two holds a Christmas party to celebrate a job well done. While the festivities are in full swing, Tomozaki happens to notice Hinami and Kikuchi having a conversation. But when the two try to play it off as nothing, Tomozaki gets awfully curious? This short story collection provides a glimpse at the characters' lives and choices through the years: the birth of NONAME, Mimimi and Kikuchi's chat in a caf?, a karaoke party, Rena's life before she met Tomozaki...and much more!

(W) Yuki Yaku (A) Fly Winter is here. Tomozaki finds himself at odds with Kikuchi-and once again, words close the distance between them. Tomozaki confronts his own deeds, and that sheds light on one aspect of Kikuchi that previously went unnoticed. There are some things a bottom-tier character just won't notice, things he can't pick up on. And then there's Aoi Hinami, a person so special to both Tomozaki and Kikuchi... Can Tomozaki clear this difficult trial with his first-ever girlfriend?

(W) Yuki Yaku (A) Fly March is here, and that means it's almost Hinami's birthday. Izumi plans a surprise party, along with a trip to Universal Studios in Osaka. As for the presents, it's a team competition-whoever makes the birthday girl the happiest wins. Together with Mizusawa and Kikuchi, Tomozaki decides to re-create one of those old-school games she loves so much. Things may have changed between him and Hinami, and he doesn't want to be the character she controls-but that doesn't mean he's ready to give up on her.

(W) Yuki Yaku (A) Fly After the surprising ending to their Osaka trip, Tomozaki and his friends begin their third year of high school without being able to talk things over with Hinami. Hinami herself ends up in a class away from her friends, but even there, she shocks everyone. Tomozaki goes over to Hinami's house, where he meets someone he didn't expect-her younger sister-and he realizes he doesn't really know anything about her. Can Tomozaki bring the true Aoi Hinami out of hiding from behind her mask?

(W) Yuki Yaku (A) Fly In this short story volume, the complexities of Hinami, Kikuchi, Mimimi, and Yuzu???s feelings are front and center, bridging the gaps between volumes 6 and 7!

(W) Mamoru Hosoda (A/CA) Renji Asai Having accidentally wandered into the beast world of Jutengai, Kyuta has gotten himself a master - Kumatetsu. But it turns out Kumatetsu's not quite as good at teaching as he is at brawling. The Grandmaster sends teacher and student alike on a pilgrimage, asking all the wisest beasts in the world a simple question: What is true strength? But are the boy and the beast ready for the answer?

(W) Mamoru Hosoda (A/CA) Renji Asai Kyuta has been spending more and more time back in the human world. He's about to take an exam that will let him go to college! But does this mean saying goodbye to his master and his life in Jutengai forever? Can he be a part of both worlds, or will he have to choose?

(W) Mamoru Hosoda (A/CA) Renji Asai Kyuta has been spending more and more time back in the human world. He's about to take an exam that will let him go to college! But does this mean saying goodbye to his master and his life in Jutengai forever? Can he be a part of both worlds, or will he have to choose?

Ichirohiko has suffered, caught in the space between human and beast, and has succumbed to the darkness. Kyuta leaves Kumatetsu, on the brink of death, in the care of the others and heads to the human world in pursuit of Ichirohiko. It's the start of a life and death battle in the streets of Shibuya!

The charming world of Berrybrook Middle School gets a little bigger in this follow-up to Svetlana Chmakova's Awkward! Still on high alert about the looming threat of sunspots, Jensen of the art club reaches out to the school newspaper to spread his message. But when Jenny and Akilah discover that Berrybrook's resident bullies have set their sights on Jensen, the girls are determined to use their positions on the school paper to shine a light on the issue. When a different incident causes a rift in their friendship, though, working together for the sake of the story may be impossible. As the bullying escalates, will Jensen be left to face this fate worse than sunspots entirely on his own? Available in softcover and hardcover editions.

(W/A/CA) Svetlana Chmakova by Svetlana Chmakova Still on high alert about the looming threat of sunspots, Jensen of the art club reaches out to the school newspaper to spread his message. But when Jenny and Akilah discover that Berrybrook's resident bullies have set their sights on Jensen, the girls are determined to use their positions on the school paper to shine a light on the issue. When a different incident causes a rift in their friendship, though, working together for the sake of the story may be impossible...As the bullying escalates, will Jensen be left to face this fate worse than sunspots entirely on his own?? The charming world of Berrybrook Middle School gets a little bigger in this follow-up to Svetlana Chmakova's Awkward!

(W/A/CA) Wakame Konbu Popular girl Chiaki Ichihara has a dirty secret: a serious boob obsession! Luckily for her, her friend Hana Harumi is willing to help! With Hana's perfect pair and Chiaki's air-headed enthusiasm, what new high jinx will this bosom duo get into!? For readers ages 18 and up.

(W/A) Wakame Konbu The rumored handsome girl, Chiaki's favorite thing is? breasts. 'Your breasts are still the best!' 'Your greetings are still the worst.' So it goes in this wee bit silly, yuri comedy!

(W/A) Wakame Konbu The school Culture Festival is a bounty of heart-pounding moments for Hana, as she can't help but wonder if Chiaki is starting to like her for more than her bountiful chest. However, their time together is interrupted as Akira catches the two in a compromising situation!

(W) Wakame Konbu The final volume of the breast-obsessed girls' love story is here at long last! Chiaki and Hana have confessed their affections for each other, and the cute couple of chest companions grow closer by the day! Though their bond started from boobs, drawing the line at busts is no longer enough for the two lovebirds, and they branch out to broader horizons! Meanwhile, the love lives of the other bosom buffs see some development as well?! Will the girls all get their happily ever after?!

(W) Kureha Long ago, Japan was protected by five crystal pillars. Though eighteen-year-old Hana Ichise was born to one of the branch families that defend the pillars using supernatural abilities, she has lived in the shadow of her brilliant twin sister, Hazuki, from a young age. When Hana finally awakens to powers of her own one day, however, she opts to hide them out of a desire to complete her high school education in peace. That is until Saku Ichinomiya, the arrogant yet powerful head of her family's primary branch, falls for Hana and forces her into signing a marriage contract with him. But can Hana rise to her true potential under the wing of her husband-to-be?

(W) Kureha Hana agreed to marry Saku, the head of her family's main branch, when he discovered her hidden powers-but only temporarily, and for plenty of compensation. When the time comes, however, Saku is reluctant to dissolve their union, and Hana's not sure if her protests are sincere anymore. Meanwhile, several dangerous talismans go missing. Who could have taken them, and why?

(W) Keishi Ayasato (A) Murakaruki Years ago, mysterious beings only known as kihei appeared without warning and overran the world. To confront this strange menace, the Twilight Academy was established to train students in black magic and how to battle the otherworldly invaders. Graduates of this school are no strangers to death and many meet their doom while fulfilling their duty to protect humanity. Kou is just one more casualty in this war for survival...or so he thinks. Before he can even appreciate the fact that he's still alive, a kihei pledges her loyalty to him and vows to stay by his side until the end of days, setting off a chain of events that can only lead down the road of madness and chaos.

(W) Keishi Ayasato After taking a kihei as his Bride and overcoming the massive invasion known as the Gloaming, Kou Kaguro has finally earned some peace for himself and his friends. But as they prepare for a festival to commemorate his hard-won victory, the unthinkable happens-Kou is murdered. Over and over, endlessly... Surely there must be some mistake? And what does all this have to do with an unexpected transfer student?

(W) Keishi Ayasato (A) murakaruki After narrowly avoiding a terrible fate at the school festival, Kou renews his friendship with his old classmates from Research, Asagiri and Isumi. As they pass the time peacefully, Asagiri decides to confess her love to Kou. However, the very next day, Isumi informs Kou of some shocking news???Asagiri has disappeared in the kihei-infested ruins! As he searches for her, a new threat appears which may shed light on the true nature of the kihei. For the sake of his beloved Brides, Kou must make a choice.

(W) Kureha (A) Odayaka Hana has kept her recently emerged powers a secret from her condescending family. However, the new head of the clan, the beautiful and powerful Saku Ichinomiya, makes Hana into his bride to help strengthen the barrier of a pillar that protects Japan. Now, Hana's powers are being tested by Saku's family, and she's even met with harassment at school!

(W) Yuiko Agarizaki Eden? A place of perfection? A place where man and beast live side by side in harmony? Eden's protector, the silver dragon, regularly visits retribution upon those who would bring harm to paradise. But when the dragon discovers a human girl on the shores of Eden, he decides to raise her as his own. He teaches her that if she is to be welcomed into God's Kingdom after death, she must not harbor hatred in her heart. But when the dragon's life is mercilessly snuffed out by human machinations, the girl must choose whether to heed the dragon's dying wish and stay the course of righteousness?or walk a path of vengeance.

(W) Yuiko Agarizaki (A) Takeru Kirishima, Aoaso When her beloved dragon is killed by the imperial army-led by the man who turns out to be her father-Brunhild is dragged back to the empire as a member of the heroic Siegfried family. She lies in wait for her chance to take revenge, but as Brunhild lives among the nation's people, her attitude slowly begins to change. And after being reunited with her older brother, Sigurd, she opens up to him...

The calm before the storm?It's the beginning of the end as Perrier's troops arrive on the island to rescue the surviving players. Sakamoto and his friends are relieved the killing is finally over?or is it? An unidentified aircraft is approaching the island, carrying the US Army's drone troops. Xaviera is looking for a rematch-will the island become their collective grave after all?!

(W/A/CA) Junya Inoue The battle between Tyrannos Japan and the players rages on dual fronts! As Perrier clashes with Tomie for command over the game, the Queen's elite combat unit bears down on Iida and Ryouta's stepfather, who struggle to maintain their hold on the control room. The players on the island are up against it too, sustaining a barrage from yet another type of drone with unique weaponry that yields major losses to their dwindling numbers. Regrouping afterward proves no easy task, especially when Ryouta squares off with his greatest rival and is left with agonizingly few choices... Ages 18 and up.

(W/A/CA) Junya Inoue In this 'bad ending' conclusion to the story, Ryouta casts aside his long acquaintance with Oda, and with it his hesitation, as he goes alone to confront his former friend and rival, who has taken Kaguya and Uesugi hostage. Meanwhile, Himiko and Kira hatch a plan to save their captured allies. But the choice Ryouta makes will have dire consequences for everyone involved, and even he might not emerge from this final battle unscathed...Who will be left standing as the curtain falls on this explosive drama?! For readers ages 18 and up.

(W/A/CA) Junya Inoue In this 'happy ending' conclusion to the story, it's up to Ryouta to persuade Oda--who has taken Kaguya and Uesugi hostage--into believing there's no need to fight. Making his job harder, however, is Takanohashi, who fans the flames of their rivalry by declaring their duel a proxy war between the East and the West. Meanwhile, Perrier attempts to rescue the hostages, but approaching Uesugi only leads to disaster...The fate of the players and the destruction of the THEMIS Project hinges on Ryouta, but will his ideals be enough to make a happy ending reality? For readers ages 18 and up.

(W) Kafka Asagiri (A) Oyoyoyo, Sango Harukawa (CA) Sango Harukawa, Oyoyoyo When a request flies in from the government enlisting the help of Yukito Ayatsuji, a top-ranked skill user and detective notorious for his deadly skill, and Mizuki Tsujimura, a devoted newbie agent from the Special Ability Agency, the unusual duo find themselves with more than just an open-and-shut case on their hands...A must-read spin-off for all fans of the popular Bungo Stray Dogs series! For readers ages 16 and up.

(W) Kafka Asagiri (A) Oyoyoyo Natsuhiko Kyougoku is alive-when such unthinkable news reaches the Special Division for Unusual Powers, rookie agent Mizuki Tsujimura sets out to gather information. But when she and killer detective Yukito Ayatsuji meet up in secret, they're attacked by a mysterious group!

(W) Kafka Asagiri (A) Shiwasu Hoshikawa In exchange for their assistance in tracking down his sister, Akutagawa must fulfill a condition set by each detective agency member. For his first trial, agency member Kenji Miyazawa proposes they compete in?rice planting!?

(W) Kafka Asagiri (A) Shiwasu Hoshikawa After learning that his long-lost sister, Gin, is in the Port Mafia headquarters, Akutagawa breaks free from his Agency colleagues and goes in alone-right through the front door! After four and a half years, it seems the two will finally be reunited, but?

(W) Kafka Asagiri (A) Sango Harukawa, Shiwasu Hoshikawa Akutagawa and Atsushi devote everything they've got to an explosive final confrontation. After a desperate battle for the things most important to them, they both learn the real 'truth' of this world? The thrilling spin-off of Bungo Stray Dogs comes to a grand conclusion!

(W) Kafka Asagiri (A) Shiwasu Hoshikawa, Sango Harukawa Young, hungry, and homeless, the orphan Atsushi Nakajima's hard knock life turns around when he meets Osamu Dazai, a peculiar man who's part of a group of detectives with special powers. And he wants Atsushi's help catching a man-eating tiger that's terrorizing Yokohama?! Experience the hit anime series adapted into a novel format!