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Himari and Kouta have come to live with their dead father's second wife, a small and beautiful woman. From the city to the country. Where will the life the three have suddenly begun together lead? A heartful home comedy from a talented artist!

In a town where the train only comes a few times a day, where there's scarce entertainment, where there's only one local supermarket and rice paddies as far as the eye can see, in such a rural town, one day Mai, an elementary schooler who lives with her father, has a fateful encounter with a fallen beauty. With blonde hair and wearing a sailor uniform, the girl looks as if she was a princess straight out of a picture book... but, in reality, she can barely feed or clothe herself, not to mention that she's in serious need of a bath. What's more, she's uncommunicative and socially inept—truly a lost cause. Unable to just watch, Mai begins to take care of the girl and cook homey meals for her. Using her small hands, Mai provides the mysterious beauty with a taste of a mother's cooking. Her maternal inclinations tickled from the charm and hopelessness of the girl, Mai thinks to keep her as a pet...?! A motherly elementary school student seeks to understand and tame this NEET-like high school girl in this cute gourmet comedy. (Source: Takeshobo, translated)

1. Tsuide no Hanashi (A Passing Story) 2. Pink-iro 3. Koiji (Romance) 4. Koibito (Lover) 5. Himitsu. (Secret Love) 6. Toiki. (Sigh)

Join Aki and Haru as they tackle one of the most perilous tasks two college roommates can face — feeding themselves! Easygoing Aki has mastered the art of affordable home-cooking to keep his good friend Haru upbeat and motivated throughout the school year. From homemade ramen to fried chicken to plum liqueur, each season offers a whole new menu! Chewing their way through life's ups and downs, the boys and their friends share in the simple joys of food and youth. Take a hearty bite out of this sweet and refreshing slice of life story! (Source: Tokyopop) Included one-shot: Volume 2: Otsukaresama desu Nakamura-san

After dying of overwork in Japan, Dahlia is reborn into a world filled with magic. Raised by a master of magical toolmaking, she develops a passion for the craft and becomes engaged to her father's apprentice. Before her father can see her wed, however, he suddenly passes away. As if this weren't enough, on the day before their wedding, her fiancé announces that he's in love—but not with her! Dahlia finally realizes she needs to live for herself. She vows to be her own woman from now on and devote herself to her craft, even if it's not quite the quiet life she was hoping for! From a chance encounter with a knight to starting her own company, there are challenges aplenty on the horizon. But this young craftswoman is no longer a shrinking violet—she's Dahlia, and she's ready to bloom. (Source: J-Novel Club)

Harehito and Oujirou are trash collectors. Harehito's hands can fix anything, like magic. When Oujirou's heart is broken, Harehito's hand, warm on his back, brings him to life. Once again, a request comes in to pick up a dormant boy. It's another sweltering day. Just like the day Harehito "collected" Oujirou as trash. (Source: Printemps Shuppan, translated)

In a dormitory where you are allowed to board only if you adopt a companion animal, a sometimes fun, sometimes dramatic, but always touching, story of four teenagers, their pets and their adventures unfolds. (Source: MU) Note: originally a webcomic later published by Haksan.

Hirano Yukito is at the end of his rope. He's decided to kill himself—all he needs is just one more little push. But things don't always go the way you think they will... (Source: MU)

Chiaki Suzuki is a 29-year-old career woman whose life is as messy as her apartment. After an embarrassing mishap in which her attractive neighbor reproached her for the garbage on her balcony, Chiaki decides to sign up for lessons from a "KonMari" on how to tidy up her home. However, instead of the macho man she was expecting, she is greeted by a gentle, small-statured woman who introduces herself as world-famous organizing consultant Marie Kondou. Promising to teach Chiaki the secrets to an organized home and life, Marie begins to share her tried-and-true methods for tidying up and staying consistent in the process. With Marie's guidance and words of wisdom, Chiaki slowly notices changes not just in her apartment but also in her professional and dating life. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Jin Young is a good student with good grades, but she has a little bit of an unstable mind. Hye Jung is a cheerful girl who helps out at her mom's "snack shop", a sort of small restaurant that offers light meals to diners. Both attended the same school, and both transferred to an independent-study private school, where they meet Si Hyung who is an instructor there. Si Hyung used to live in the same neighborhood with Jin Young when they were young, but he's surprised how Jin Young has changed into a cold person.

Miwa confesses his feelings to his friend Katou, but in response, Katou introduces Miwa to his gay friend Hashina. Miwa is shocked, and rejects Hashina, but that just makes Hashina fall in love creating an unrequited love triangle. Miwa finds comfort in Hashina, but will he ever be able to let go of his feelings for Katou? (Source: MU)

Based on the tweets and the song of the same title, Rin-chan Now is a collection of very short stories based on situations that the author wishes he could have with Kagamine Rin. Why, you ask? As he puts it, "She's adorable. It should be obvious." (Source: MU)

1. Haru Niwa 2. Shiro to Mangekyou 3. Hana Akane, Hikaru. 4. Mahiru no Cinderella

Itoi is being picked on by her classmates, but doesn't want to admit it to herself. She becomes closer to Ariyoshi when they are paired together to make costumes for a party and Ariyoshi takes her shopping in Shibuya. Will Ariyoshi be able to help her admit what's going on and come to terms with it? And is there something more between them than just friendship? A two-part story in a compilation volume by Okazaki Mari in which all the stories feature the Shibuya district. (Source: MU) This series contains the stories: 1) Shibuyaku Maruyamachou 2) Sakura 3) Rounin Gorou 4) Wasurena Kusa

1. Akai Kasa, Shiroi Kasa (Red Umbrella, White Umbrella) 2. Nuigurumi no Harawata 3. Michikusa (Weeds on the Wayside) 4. Tiger Lily 5. Shortcut 6. Koorizatou no Kakera 7. Natsu no Mayu 8. Sandal 9. Kanojo no Tonari (Next to Her) 10. Otome Cake

A series of loosely connected slice of life impressions of a man.

The daily adventures and harsh realities of real siblings. Full of the minor annoyances and disgusting behaviors that form the solid foundations of any self-respecting sibling relationship; twins Bok and Baek are professionals at this comedic double-act business. Pranks are played aplenty and pettiness level is at maximum, both at school and at home. Expect exaggerated reactions and bitingly poisonous word battles. But will there be sweet moments too, the hallmarks of idealized siblinghood? You will have to read on to find out. (Source: Lemon)

Shoujo Nemu tells the moving story of Nemu, a young girl who dreams of becoming a manga artist. Even though people couldn’t tell because of her shyness, Nemu possesses extraordinary talent, but it’s not until her encounter with Goro, a veteran manga artist plagued with self-doubt, that she begins to realize the true nature of her passion. What follows is an unusual friendship that ends up changing both their lives. (Source: Kotonoha)