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Seven Seas is back with another Wonderful Wednesdays, announcing brand-new manga and audiobook adaptations of fan-favorite series.

The audiobook adaptations feature well-known voice actors from beloved franchises. Sara Matsui-Colby, known for her role as Lee Sun-Hee in the vertical-scrolling comic Connect on WEBTOON, narrates Yoru Sumino’s I Have a Secret.

Meanwhile, Dan Bittner, recognized for narrating Star Wars: The High Republic: Into the Dark and Star Wars: Tempest Runner, voices the audiobook adaptation of Record of Lodoss War: The Grey Witch by Ryo Mizuno and Yutaka Izubuchi.

Here’s a detailed look at all the titles announced today!


Koharu and Minato: My Partner is a Girl (GL Manga)

Koharu and Minato My Partner is a Girl by Hyaluron & Daruma girls love yuri manga wonderful wednesdays
Series by Hyaluron & Daruma

“A long-distance couple finally gets to live together in this sweet, slice-of-life manga!”

Koharu and Minato are two women who met online. Despite there being a ten-year age gap between them, the two fall hard and fast. Before long, they decide to load up the moving van and move in together!

Relationships aren’t always easy, but Minato and Koharu find a way to work things out. Whether it’s having a celebratory feast, taking a late-night stroll, or just enjoying their domestic bliss, the two make every minute together count!

Koharu and Minato: My Partner is a Girl Vol. 1 debuts in English for the first time in April 2026 for $15.99 USD / $20.99 CAD. The series will be available in single large-trim editions as part of the Seven Seas GL label (Girls’ Love/yuri titles), with ebook editions also launching on digital platforms.

They Are Still Being Shaken This Morning (Manga)

They Are Still Being Shaken This Morning by Eiji Masuda manga announcement new license
Series by Eiji Masuda

“Love can blossom everywhere—even on a daily commute! An adorable rom-com about two student commuters crushing on each other and the other passengers rooting for their budding feelings—from the creator of My Monster Secret: Actually, I Am… , also available from Seven Seas.”

Every morning at 6:58, commuters hurry onto the train at Sakuranomiya Station. For the past few months, a tentative romance has been brewing between two students from different schools. The young man is easily flustered, always stealing a glance at the young woman, but never making a move—much to the disappointment of the other passengers, who have been cheering them on in secret. Will this budding love story ever blossom?

They Are Still Being Shaken This Morning Vol. 1 releases in March 2026 for $13.99 USD / $18.99 CAD. It will be available in single-volume editions, with ebooks also offered digitally.

I Have a Secret (Audiobook)

i have a secret audiobook by Yoru Sumino, with narration by Sara Matsui-Colby wonderful wednesdays announcement
Series by Yoru Sumino, with narration by Sara Matsui-Colby

“A coming-of-age novel with supernatural overtones from the bestselling author of I Want to Eat Your Pancreas.”

Five high school classmates hold secrets close to their hearts—hidden talents, unspoken feelings, and buried pain. As they collide with each other on the path to growing up, they might jostle some of those secrets free. From Yoru Sumino, acclaimed author of I Want to Eat Your Pancreas and I Had That Same Dream Again comes a gentle, intriguing tale about love, life, and the things we leave unsaid.

I Have a Secret (Audiobook) Vol. 1 arrives in English on June 26, 2025. Pre-orders are now open at sevenseasaudiobooks.com.

Record of Lodoss War: The Grey Witch (Audiobook)

Record of Lodoss War The Grey Witch by Ryo Mizuno and Yutaka Izubuchi, with narration by Dan Bittner audiobook announcement
Series by Ryo Mizuno and Yutaka Izubuchi, with narration by Dan Bittner

“One of the most beloved and iconic fantasy novels, now available as an audiobook for the first time ever!”

Thirty years after the Demon Wars, peace has returned to the land of Lodoss–but darkness looms. After defending his village against a horde of goblins, a headstrong young warrior named Parn sets out on a quest to restore his father’s honor and save the realm. Joining Parn are Deedlit the high elf, Slayn the wizard, Etoh, a fledgling priest, Ghim, a grizzled dwarven warrior, and Woodchuck, a wily thief. Along their journey, Parn and his companions discover an evil witch who, for eons, has been manipulating events from the shadows. Can this ragtag party of heroes defeat the all-powerful Grey Witch and prevent Lodoss and its kingdoms from descending into total chaos and destruction?

Record of Lodoss War: The Grey Witch (Audiobook) launches in English on July 10, 2025. Pre-orders are available now at sevenseasaudiobooks.com.

Exotic Animal Doctor (Manga)

Exotic Animal Doctor by Kano Ninomiya manga announcement seven seas
Series by Kano Ninomiya

“A fun and educational manga series about an animal hospital that specializes in caring for exotic pets!”

Welcome to Gekko Animal Hospital: the go-to veterinary clinic for exotic pets! Whether your animal companion has scales, a shell, numerous legs, or sharp fangs, the staff at Gekko is here to help. From a tortoise with a split shell to anemic tarantulas and burned snakes, the staff goes to great lengths to care for the critters that require extra special care.

Exotic Animal Doctor Vol. 1 hits shelves in May 2026 for $14.99 USD / $19.99 CAD in single large-trim editions, with ebook editions releasing digitally.

KILLING ME / KILLING YOU (Manga)

KILLING ME KILLING YOU by Imomushi Narita manga license wonderful wednesdays
Series by Imomushi Narita

“Two immortals, one final wish. In a world changed by madness, two immortals will journey to find freedom from this never-ending life.”

When a meteorite struck the Earth, it shattered more than just the land—it broke reality. A wave of madness swept the globe, twisting people into monsters and leaving a cursed few unable to die. Now, in a world of chaos and grotesque wonders, two immortals wander in search of the only thing they still desire: an end.

KILLING ME / KILLING YOU Vol. 1 debuts in April 2026 for $14.99 USD / $19.99 CAD in single-volume format. Ebook editions will also be available.

Sea Melt Lover (BL Manga)

Sea Melt Lover by Yuki Kazami boys love new manga license seven seas
Series by Yuki Kazami

“Separated by status and species, two men will find love in a desperate attempt to escape the oppressive hierarchy of their society. A touching romance that proves love knows no bounds!”

Luta, a new race of humans that have animal genes and characteristics, quickly grew in population until humans became the minority. Now, the Luta keep humans as pets, using them to satisfy their sexual appetites and urges, something that Ernetis finds disgusting and despicable. Though he’s also a Luta, he’s never been fond of the way his kind treats humans. But when a party goes awry and a human named Jin breaks free from his tiger beastman keeper, Ernetis will find himself helping the brave escapee.

A cross-species Boys’ Love romance where two opposites will find love and hope with each other.

Sea Melt Lover releases in April 2026 for $15.99 USD / $20.99 CAD in single large-trim editions as part of the Seven Seas BL label (Boys’ Love titles), with digital versions also planned.


This week’s Wonderful Wednesdays wraps up Seven Seas Entertainment’s June announcements. The publisher shared on their X (formerly Twitter) account that they’ll be taking a short break until July.

We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your reactions to this week’s Wonderful Wednesdays in the comments—and stay tuned to The Beat for all the latest in anime, manga, and light novel news!

Source: Seven Seas Entertainment

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