Seven Seas is back with its weekly event Wonderful Wednesdays.
This week, the publisher announced two audiobook adaptations and five new manga licenses, including a new title from the award-winning, acclaimed creator Nagata Kabi.
Kabi is known for their unflinchingly honest autobiographical manga such as My Lesbian Experience with Loneliness and readers can now look forward to the creator’s brand new title that will be on the shelves in December 2026.
Here are the detailed summaries and more information on the release dates and formats of the new announcements from Seven Seas.
Didn’t I Say to Make My Abilities Average in the Next Life?! (Audiobook)
Original Story: FUNA
Character Design: Itsuki Akata
Narration: Kara Oates
Release Date: January 22, 2026
“An isekai comedy about a girl who just wants to live an easier life! Manga and spin-off series also from Seven Seas—and don’t miss the anime.”
When gifted student Kurihara Misato dies right after her high school graduation, she meets God and has a peculiar request: to make her abilities average in the next life. But few things–especially wishes–ever go quite as planned. As she navigates her new life as a ten-year-old girl in a magic-filled world, she realizes God has a unique definition of average!
Didn’t I Say to Make My Abilities Average in the Next Life?! (Audiobook) Vol. 1 will be released for the first time in the English language on January 22, 2026. Pre-orders available now at sevenseasaudiobooks.com.
Reincarnated Into a Game as the Hero’s Friend: Running the Kingdom Behind the Scenes (Audiobook)
Original Story: Yuki SUZUKI
Character Design: Sanshouuo
Narration: Eric O’Keeffe
Release Date: February 5, 2026
“In this isekai fantasy, a modern man is reincarnated into a game world as a doomed background character…who can help save the world as the hero’s shadow. And don’t miss the manga adaptation, also from Seven Seas!”
Someday, the hero Mazel will battle the Demon Lord with the fate of the realm at stake. But until that day…he better be carrying plenty of potions! While the hero is off saving the kingdom, it’s up to Lord Werner—a Japanese office worker reincarnated into the world of a classic RPG—to keep the rest of the world from becoming collateral damage. There’s no hero, luminary, or warrior of light who doesn’t need a friend like Werner! But can he truly defy the flames of fate and change the bittersweet ending of the game?
Reincarnated Into a Game as the Hero’s Friend: Running the Kingdom Behind the Scenes (Audiobook) Vol. 1 will be released for the first time in the English language on February 5, 2026. Pre-orders available now at sevenseasaudiobooks.com.
I Used to Think My Childhood Friend Was a Guy—Now We’re Newlyweds, and She’s the Perfect Bride! (Manga)
Original Story: hamubane
Adaptation: mokufu
Character Design: Parum
Release Date: December 2026
“A confusion made in childhood leads to a surprising yet beautiful relationship in this sweet romance manga.”
Shuichi and Yuika have been close friends since they were kids. But Shuichi had always thought Yuika was a boy, so their reunion 10 years ago was filled with surprise when Yuika had seemingly transformed into a beautiful young woman! Intimidated by his friend’s beauty, Shuichi was sure this would be the end of their friendship. And it was… because the two traded in friendship for marriage!
A sweet and charming love story about finding friendship and love with your person.
I Used to Think My Childhood Friend Was a Guy—Now We’re Newlyweds, and She’s the Perfect Bride! (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.
I’m Running for Crown Princess, but All I Want is a Steady Paycheck! (Light Novel)
Original Story: Yuuri Seo
Illustration: Okaya
Release Date: November 2026
“One woman is out to get a much-needed payday by competing to be the next crowned princess—but she’ll find the competition is fiercer than she could have ever imagined! And don’t miss the manga adaptation, also from Seven Seas.”
When Therese decides to try her luck at the castle, she’s not looking to snag the position of crown princess. She’s only after the lavish sign-up bonus the castle offers to new ladies-in-waiting. Her father may be a marquis, but his pockets are empty, so Therese needs to save up a nest egg of her own.
Still, other young ladies are eager to compete for the role of crown princess. And once Therese reaches the castle, she’s going to be witnessing that competition up close. The proceedings seem sure to stir up drama; can Therese avoid getting dragged into it by keeping her nose to the grindstone?
I’m Running for Crown Princess, but All I Want is a Steady Paycheck! (Light Novel) Vol. 1 will be available for the first time in the English language in November 2026 on digital platforms as part of Seven Seas’ Airship imprint.
Good Morning, Good Night, and See You Tomorrow (Manga)
Creator: Moka Onmae
Release Date: November 2026
“A powerful manga about a single woman searching for her identity after a cancer diagnosis!”
When it comes to the topic of cancer, there is no one way to handle the news. For one young woman, Akiyama Momiji, the diagnosis leads her to reevaluate her life. Single and on her own, she’s not diving into despair, instead she’s ready to learn about herself and her identity in the wake of her diagnosis.
Based on the real-life experience of the author’s own battle with cancer.
Good Morning, Good Night, and See You Tomorrow 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 large-trim editions. Ebook editions will also be available on digital platforms.
Are You a Landmine, Chihara-san? (Manga)
Creator: Ryon
Release Date: September 2026
“Don’t judge a book by its cover or a girl by her fashion taste! A slice-of-life rom-com manga about wrong impressions and looking beyond appearances—the inspiration for the upcoming anime Are You a Jirai Girl, Chihara-san?”
It’s the start of a new semester, and high school junior Kuroki finds himself seated beside the girl everyone whispers about: Mai Chihara. With her gothic fashion, jet-black hair, and intense stare, Chihara is said to be a “landmine” girl or jirai-kei, the hyper-feminine, dark aesthetic often associated with yandere tendencies and unstable personalities. But when Kuroki accidentally draws Chihara’s attention, he discovers she isn’t nearly as unstable as people claim. Beneath the intimidating aura is a surprisingly sweet girl… if a little weird.
Hesitantly, Kuroki begins to learn more about Chihara and her strange quirks. Is there more to her than her volatile reputation? Or is all the dark clothing just a red flag in disguise?
Are You a Landmine, Chihara-san? Vol. 1 will be printed for the first time in the English language in September 2026 for $14.99 USA / $18.99 CAN, with the series available in single-volume editions. Ebook editions will also be available on digital platforms.
My Sketchy Roommate (Manga)
Creator: Nagata Kabi
Release Date: December 2026
“From the award-winning, prolific creator Nagata Kabi (My Lesbian Experience with Loneliness, My Twisted Eating Disorder, and more) comes a brand-new, emotional autobiographical manga about living alone and how the imagination copes.”
Life has never been easy for Nagata Kabi, but no matter what gets thrown her way, she manages to work through it and find peace in the chaos. In this latest diary manga, Kabi explores life living alone and the sudden appearance of an old doodle. Whether it’s all in her head or just a way to cope with loneliness, Kabi embraces the company, naming her Anko, and proceeds to share her daily tasks with her new friend. Despite the delusion, Kabi can’t help but long to continue the late-night meals and shared udon with such pleasant company.
My Sketchy Roommate will be printed for the first time in the English language in December 2026 for $15.99 USA / $20.99 CAN, in a large-trim paperback edition. An ebook edition will also be available on digital platforms.
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Source: Seven Seas Entertainment
