TBDYen Press kicked off Day 1 of Anime Expo 2025 with the announcement of four exciting new acquisitions set to release this December. The lineup includes a visually stunning art book, a cyberpunk fantasy epic, a gripping supernatural mystery, and a touching tale of unexpected romance, offering something for fans of every genre.
The four new titles are:
Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian: Momoco’s Art Book
Illustrated by Momoco | Written by Sunsunsun
This first-ever art book for the popular light novel series showcases the many sides of Alisa Mikhailovna Kujou through exquisite full-color illustrations. Featuring artwork from volumes 1–8, promotional pieces, chibi art, and an exclusive short story by Sunsunsun, this is a must-have for collectors and fans of the series.
Demon Lord 2099 (3-in-1 Omnibus)
Story by Yutaka Sakurai | Art by Daigo Murasaki | Original Concept by Kureta
Five centuries after his defeat, the fearsome Demon Lord Veltol is reborn—only to find himself in a high-tech, neon-lit Shinjuku where magic and machinery coexist. This omnibus edition collects the thrilling story of Veltol’s quest to reclaim power in a world that’s forgotten his name.
Divine Incursions, Vol. 1
Art by Kouya Ashitaka | Original Story by Oumi Kifuru
When massive, otherworldly body parts begin falling from the sky and corpses are discovered without their innards, the Divine Incursions Special Investigations Department steps in. Follow Katagishi as he dives into eerie mysteries that blur the line between divine intervention and horrifying truth.
Even a Replica Can Fall in Love, Vol. 1
Written by Momose Hanada | Art by raemz | Original Story by Harunadon
Created to stand in for her human counterpart, a replica girl lives a quiet life—until she falls in love. Now, she wears her hair differently so the boy she loves knows it’s truly her. A poignant exploration of identity and emotion, this story reminds us that even artificial hearts can feel real love.
Fans attending Anime Expo can look forward to more surprises from Yen Press during their industry panel later this evening.
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Source: Yen Press
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