Yen Press Unveils 14 New Titles at Anime Expo 2025 – What to Expect!

Winter Haven, USA - Anime Expo 2025 is heating things up this summer, as Yen Press, LLC announced an impressive lineup during the event. The company unveiled fourteen new title acquisitions that promise to light up the manga and novels scene with exciting stories and diverse genres.

Among the newly licensed titles, fans can expect nine manga, one manhwa, and four novels, scheduled for release in December 2025 and January 2026. Yen Press is clearly serious about their offerings this winter, featuring something for every kind of reader.

New Manga Titles to Explore

The lineup of manga titles includes a mix of intriguing stories and unique concepts. The standout title, *The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All*, delves into a love story about a high school girl, Aya, who falls for a CD shop employee unbeknownst to her that the employee is her female classmate, Mitsuki. This twist offers an engaging narrative that portrays themes of identity and love.

Other manga entries like *Battle Royale Deluxe Edition*, a re-release of the harrowing classic where students are forced into a deadly game, and *Wonder Boy*, which traces the lives of various characters connected by a mysterious traveler, catch the eye. Titles such as *Hinatsugimura*, where college students face a supernatural storm, and *Out of the Cocoon*, a collection of haunting love stories, promise to captivate readers‘ imaginations.

Additional titles include *Scenes from Awajima*, featuring the trials of friendship and rivalry among girls at an opera school, and *Immortality and Punishment*, which explores a young man’s despair amid urban chaos. The quirky *Animan* adds a humorous touch, where a father and daughter meet humanoid livestock-wrangling animals. The choice of themes and narratives certainly gives readers a rich array to look forward to.

A Glimpse into Manhwa and Novels

The sole manhwa title, *Beatrice*, tells the tale of a former princess who must disguise her identity while working hard under tough conditions, creating a blend of adventure and drama that many will find compelling.

Shifting focus to the novel segment, the titles range from *About a Place in the Kinki Region*, which brings an investigative perspective on paranormal themes, to *1,000 Words to Live*, a collection of short stories with unexpected twists. The whimsical *New Game Plus After Defeating the Last Boss* offers a unique take on resurrection and gaming narratives, while *Thou, as My Knight…* features a thrilling plot where an ordinary hero aids a noble in peril.

As if that was not enough, Yen Press also announced exciting new titles such as *Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian: Momoco’s Art Book*, and *Demon Lord 2099 (3-in-1 Omnibus)*, showcasing their commitment to expanding reader access to visual and narrative art that echoes popular culture. *Divine Incursions, Vol. 1* and *Even a Replica Can Fall in Love, Vol. 1* promise fresh storylines that reflect contemporary themes and character developments, further enriching the lineup.

For fans thirsty for more, the anticipation of further announcements during Yen Press’s industry panel adds to the excitement. This year marked a significant step in gathering a community around stories that resonate, entertain, and provoke thought.

As Yen Press continues to broaden its portfolio, it seems like there’s a lot to look forward to in the world of manga and novels, and the coming winter months are sure to be thrilling.

For more detailed breakdowns of these new titles, you can check out the announcements from The Outer Haven and The Comics Beat, as well as the additional releases detailed by Siliconera.