Seven Seas made 9 new announcement on its weekly event Wonderful Wednesdays.
To be released in 2026, the popular I Got Married to the Girl I Hate Most in Class and two other titles, gets an audiobook adaptation. Sequel to MAMITA‘s well-received Boys’ Love series 10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40 will also be on the shelves late-2026.
Itaru Kinoshita‘s award-winning series Dinosaur Sanctuary is also getting a fun and educational picture book!
There’s lots to look forward to, and below you can find more details and summaries.
I Abandoned My Engagement Because My Sister is a Tragic Heroine, but Somehow I Became Entangled with a Righteous Prince (Audiobook)
Original Story: Fuyutsuki Koki
Character Design: Haduki Futaba
Narration: Mirai
Release Date: February 19, 2026
“The light novel that inspired the manga, also available from Seven Seas! A saint under scrutiny is forced to live under the watchful eye of a justice-obsessed prince in this fantasy romance.”
Leia’s life is turned upside down after her younger sister claims she’s a cruel villain. Leia’s fiancé breaks off their engagement, leaving her no choice but to throw herself into her saintly duties. But when confronted by the righteous Crown Prince Eric, she finds herself under his scrutiny. He’s determined to suss out her true nature, but why does it involve living in the palace with him?!
I Abandoned My Engagement Because My Sister is a Tragic Heroine, but Somehow I Became Entangled with a Righteous Prince (Audiobook) Vol. 1 will be released for the first time in the English language on February 19, 2026. Pre-orders available now at sevenseasaudiobooks.com.
Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord: Production Magic Turns a Nameless Village into the Strongest Fortified City (Audiobook)
Original Story: Sou Akaike
Character Design: Kururi
Narration: Eric O’Keeffe
Release Date: February 26, 2026
“In this fantasy isekai tale, a reincarnated nobleman with a “useless” skill transforms a village into a prosperous city! And don’t miss the manga adaptation, also from Seven Seas—or the anime!”
Van, fourth son of a marquis, is just a toddler when he realizes he’s been reincarnated. Thanks to his literal lifetime of knowledge, he’s raised as a child prodigy—until his production magic manifests, and it’s the last thing his snooty mage family wants to see! His disappointed father banishes him to a podunk town on the verge of collapse, yet Van can only see the place’s potential. Can our hero’s bastion of battlements build a better life than battle magic ever could?!
Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord: Production Magic Turns a Nameless Village into the Strongest Fortified City (Audiobook) Vol. 1 will be released for the first time in the English language on February 26, 2026. Pre-orders available now at sevenseasaudiobooks.com.
I Got Married to the Girl I Hate Most in Class (Audiobook)
Original Story: Amano Seiju
Character Design: Nanami Narumi
Story & Art: Mosskonbu
Narration: Mark Sanderlin
Release Date: February 12, 2026
“The light novel that inspired a manga—also from Seven Seas—and an anime! What happens when you get hitched to your nemesis? One newlywed student couple must figure out how to live in harmony in this hilarious rom-com!”
Archenemies Hojou Saito and Sakuramori Akane have a notorious reputation as bitter rivals at their high school. Without fail, the two can be found bickering and arguing every day, making school their own personal battleground. But their relationship takes a drastic turn when Saito’s domineering grandfather delivers a shocking ultimatum: marry his rival or lose the family business to the dog!
Saito reluctantly accepts his fate, and to his complete surprise, Akane agrees without a fight. And just like that, they’re a married couple! Now, these rivals-turned-newlyweds must navigate living under the same roof and sharing meals (and a bed!) all without tearing each other apart. Can they manage to live together in peace and keep their embarrassing circumstances a secret from their classmates?
I Got Married to the Girl I Hate Most in Class (Audiobook) Vol. 1 will be released for the first time in the English language on February 12, 2026. Pre-orders available now at sevenseasaudiobooks.com.
I Don’t Know, Yoshida-san (Manga)
Creator: Osamu Takahashi
Release Date: November 2026
“A sexy manga about two college students and the intimate relationship they share in secret. From the author of Lust Geass and Neon Genesis Evangelion: The Shinji Ikari Raising Project!”
Kutsumo is a perfectly average university student with no redeeming qualities whatsoever. One day, while heading home after a perfectly normal day of lectures, he spots beautiful Yoshida. Over a loud fuss the other boys make, she quietly beckons to him. Once the two are alone, Yoshida’s aloof demeanor changes into one of passion. In truth, the two are in a secret relationship. But with her cold personality, he’s never sure just where he stands. Can Kutsumo turn Yoshida’s private desire into a blaze that cannot be contained?
I Don’t Know, Yoshida-san Vol. 1 will be printed for the first time in the English language in November 2026 for $14.99 USA / $18.99 CAN, with the series available in single volume editions as part of Seven Seas’ Ghost Ship imprint. Ebook editions will also be available on digital platforms.
An Ordinary Guy’s Crazy Modern Dungeon Survival! (Manga)
Author: Shibainubutai
Illustration: Masahiro Suwa
Adaptation: Mosskonbu
Narration: Mochiron san
Release Date: December 2026
“In a world where unimaginable beasts roam, only one man’s ability can conquer them—but only if he feels up to it. An isekai manga about an unambitious man and the power he holds to go against the impossible!”
The “Great Hole of Babel” holds monsters beyond human understanding—making it the ultimate spot for explorers! Tadahito Miyama is one of them, but he’s got one unique advantage. Blessed with an ability that can produce key hints and strategies, Miyami holds the power to conquer any beast he comes across. But after living a life where everyone has always looked down on him, Miyama has little ambition and lacks the drive to pursue any notions of greatness. Will that change when he learns his power can surpass even the strongest of heroes? Or is he destined to live in mediocrity?
An Ordinary Guy’s Crazy Modern Dungeon Survival! (Manga) Vol. 1 will be printed for the first time in the English language in December 2026 for $13.99 USA / $17.99 CAN, with the series available in single-volume editions. Ebook editions will also be available on digital platforms.
Love Tattoo (Boys’ Love Manga)
Creator: Akairo Mash
Release Date: December 2026
“A salaryman bored with his mediocre life meets a captivating tattoo artist trapped by a past love in this heartwrenching Boys’ Love manga!”
Naoki couldn’t help finding Aisuke captivating. Charming, good-looking, and a talented tattoo artist, he is everything that salaryman Naoki isn’t. Perhaps it was due to his recent circumstances—a growing boredom with his humdrum life and the recent breakup with his fiancé—but Naoki is completely drawn to Aisuke the moment he passes by the tattoo shop. But there’s more to the beautifully inked-up artist who holds a past flame that he still wears on his chest. Can the two meet each other where they are and find comfort in one another?
Love Tattoo will be released in December 2026 for $15.99 USA / $20.99 CAN, with the manga available in a single large-trim edition as part of the Seven Seas BL Label (Boys’ Love titles). An ebook edition will also be available on digital platforms.
10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40 – Part 2 (Boys’ Love Manga)
Creator: MAMITA
Release Date: September 2026
“There’s still more life to experience for 40-year-old Suzume, especially now that he has a newfound love! But being co-workers and lovers could put a serious strain on this new couple’s romance. Don’t miss the continuation of this steamy Boys’ Love series from MAMITA!”
Suzume Tōjō, freshly forty, has done the impossible—found love again after a decade-long dry spell! His new boyfriend is none other than his handsome junior at work, the ten years younger Keishi Tanaka. Now the real challenge begins: keeping their professional and private lives from crashing into each other!
Their relationship rules are simple:
Maintain the same distance at the office.
No pet names on the clock!
Don’t spend the whole day staring at Keishi.
Good behavior earns a special reward…
Can Suzume survive the temptation of a gorgeous younger partner at the office? The smash-hit, high-heat romance continues!10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40 – Part 2 will be released in September 2026 for $15.99 USA / $19.99 CAN, with the manga available in large-trim editions as part of the Seven Seas BL Label (Boys’ Love titles). Ebook editions will also be available on digital platforms.
Mii-chan and Yamada-san (Manga)
Creator: NENE AZUKI
Release Date: December 2026
“A gripping drama about two young women working in a host club and the relationship that develops between them. Inspired by the author’s own experience working as a hostess!”
In the heart of Shinjuku, there are a variety of host and hostess nightclubs open to customers seeking a night of indulgence with a gorgeous companion. Yamada is one of those companions. She balances university and work, but finds herself more interested in becoming a model hostess than a star pupil. The pay is too tempting to resist, which is why so many girls come and go in the industry. But in 2012, she meets someone completely different. Mii-chan is a petite young woman who seems to be rather useless at most things—barely able to read or write and, unfortunately, clumsy—earning her ridicule from staff and customers alike. However, her bright energy and endless motivation proves hard to ignore, and Yamada finds herself drawn in by Mii-chan’s charm.
A beautiful and tragic story about an unlikely friendship and the unfortunate end that separated them forever.
Mii-chan and Yamada-san Vol. 1 will be printed for the first time in the English language in December 2026 for $13.99 USA / $17.99 CAN, with the series available in single-volume editions. Ebook editions will also be available on digital platforms.
Dinosaur Sanctuary: Let’s Go to Dinoland (Manga)
Creator: Itaru Kinoshita
Release Date: November 2026
“A fun and educational picture book about the amazing Enoshima Dinoland from the hit manga series, Dinosaur Sanctuary! Explore the park and all that it has to offer in this adorable guide packed full of information and so much more.”
Join Yukari and her little brother Souma on a trip to Enoshima Dinoland, a zoo for dinosaurs! There, you’ll meet a gentle old Tyrannosaurus, a short-tempered Spinosaurus, and many more, each with their own quirks and personalities. But watch out—as you roam around Dinoland with Yukari and Souma, you might just find yourselves wandering back in time to dinosaur days…
This picture book set in the world of the beloved manga Dinosaur Sanctuary is packed with dino facts and detailed artwork based on paleontological research. It’s sure to delight dinosaur lovers of all generations!
Dinosaur Sanctuary: Let’s Go to Dinoland will be printed for the first time in the English language in November 2026, with the series available in a single-volume edition. An ebook edition will also be available on digital platforms.
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Source: Seven Seas Entertainment
