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Edinburgh, Scotland - Marie manages a magic shop that deals in a variety of odds and ends. She is a witch, one who holds mastery over magic, power obtained through negotiation with spirits, the beings that constitute and dwell within all that exists in this world. One fateful day, a young boy is brought to her by the London Church to take under her wing. In the beginning, he is only a source of trouble for Marie. But as time passes and the boy matures, the two form a mutual bond. Step foot into this unique fantasy and immerse yourself in the soft hues and historical backdrop of Edinburgh.

Upon graduating from an all-boys high school, Tobishima Ichita (18) enrolls in the manga course at an art school. Ichita's genre of choice is Boy's Love (BL) and he has always wanted to connect with girls who love BL just as much as he does. As such, Ichita heads to his first day of class with a dream in his heart! When he arrives, though, his nerves get the best of him -- he can't seem to have a normal conversation with a girl. What's more, his class is nothing but girls...! What will become of Ichita?!

Sera's older brother owns an antique shop. When he brought home a "clockwork doll," it was Sera's kiss that woke the doll, Satsuki, from his long slumber. Satsuki and his constant smiles leave Sera perplexed but ever more charmed. But, when Satsuki does cry, screws fall out along with his tears, and Sera learns that when the last screw falls Satsuki will become a real doll, never to awaken again...

Literary editor Erina suddenly finds herself stuck in another world: the world of famed romance novelist Haru Yayoi's most recent book, that is. Yayoi gives Erina an absurd order -- enter the story and spice it up! That's how Erina finds herself turned into Ellie, the lady in waiting to the duchess. And somehow, she also ends up needing to collect the ingredients to make the legendary "Blue Forbidden Fruit." The fate of the kingdom depends on it! Unbeknownst to Erina, Yayoi's younger brother Kiito follows her into the story, and the two meet there for the first time... A fantasy story about finding one's true love within the pages of an unfolding romance novel!

Nanami Arakawa is the chief secretary to the CEO of a general trading company. Her boss is a quick-tempered man who's all about his work, and is feared by his employees. But he's handsome. The guy her coworker introduces her to is a cheerful guy who's extremely laid-back. But he's handsome. Will one of these guys become Nanami's first love? An exciting romantic comedy following a professional, yet awkward secretary's attempt to discover love that will keep you on your toes!

Aoi is the kind of beautiful girl that everyone likes and who is always perfectly made up. Having been accepted into the art school of her dreams, she lives her days to the fullest. But she actually harbors a secret: she is actually male, devoid of self-confidence and fearful of the prying eyes of others. But then one day, her friend Rikako learns her secret....

"What is it, Mr. Amakusa? Don't tell me you're planning to make midnight visits to my bed?" Aki Kurumi, 29 years old, meets Shisui Amakusa at a singles' mixer, and what should he unexpectedly propose but a paper marriage...! And once she starts living with Shisui, who is a touch out of sync with her, it kicks off a string of miscommunications and minor catastrophes! Their life as newlyweds (on paper) gets off to a bumpy start, but it's somehow almost cozy... "I didn't realize I would be so happy... to be needed by someone." They each chose this paper marriage for their own convenience, but could they become a real husband and wife? What is "love"? What is "marriage"? This is a bumbling love story that depicts how men and women coexist.

"Why don't I take Sou's place?" - That day in the winter of our last year of junior high, the day Sou died, I sealed all my feelings away inside my heart. It was always the three of us - Sou, Keito, and me - but now there's an empty space where Sou used to be. Except, now we've met him: Sou's twin brother, Shun. His face and voice, like perfect copies of Sou's, shake up my heart and weaken the seal. Please, don't stare at me with Sou's eyes. Please, don't call out to me with his voice. Don't say that nonsense about taking his place, and then kiss me just like he used to......

"You're stronger than you look, Tsubaki... But you left yourself wide open," he said, as he pinned me down... Just what is he?! - Our protagonist, Tsugumi Tsubaki, wants a romance straight out of a girls' comic. Her heart is set on her upperclassman and fellow literature club member Yamato Tamai, but just when she is about to ask him out, she overhears him say, "If I'm going to date, I'd rather be the one to ask." So, she decides to make him fall for her instead! To do that, she plans to hide the martial arts skills she's gained in her family's dojo, but then a mysterious group of punks sneaks up on Tamai... When Tsugumi steps up to protect him, what will become of her hopes for love...?!

Eighteenth-century France--the eve of a revolution. At the court of Versailles was a certain dressmaker who enjoyed even greater influence than the nobility, despite her commoner roots. This woman's name was Rose Bertin. Favored by the tragic queen Marie-Antoinette, she was then swallowed up by the tides of revolution. This is the story of the bold, pioneering woman credited as the mother of fashion design.

Chitose and Ken Kuraki are working parents with a 2-year-old daughter, Nanase. With help from Chitose's mother, they somehow manage a work-life balance. But one day, Chitose and Ken suddenly swap bodies! Now literally in each other shoes, they must now face their new roles at work and child-raising, which come with a whole slew of challenges, including having to deal with a group of annoying moms. Will our couple be able to break gender stereotypes, and overcome their dilemma while raising Nanase at the same time?

Asami works at her dream job as a wedding dress designer for an apparel company. But her life is completely turned on its head when her father, a company investor, sets up an arranged marriage interview for her and Takafumi, her company's CEO! Despite Takafumi's professional competence and good looks, Asami bluntly rejects the offer, refusing to have to tie the knot with such an incredibly brazen and rude man. Despite this, Takafumi, realizing he gets turned on by her rejection, devises a plan which ultimately forces Asami into marriage and moving in with him! Is this the beginning of a sweet married life between Asami and her annoying boss?!

Iroha has stayed single all 23 years of her life. Her mother, who single-handedly raised her and gave her the life she has, has arranged a marriage interview. As a dutiful daughter, she agrees to attend. But before her life as she knows it is changed completely, she secretly plans out a final act of defiance. For her plan to be realized, she needs an accomplice. And thus, she makes a proposition to Kashiwagi, the best-looking guy at her workplace. Met with blunt refusal, Iroha initially becomes dejected. Then... not a moment too soon, Kashiwagi changes his mind and ends up agreeing to her plan. His request in exchange? To enter a contract relationship with him and become his "girlfriend" for the time being!

Sakurako is rather plain, doesn't think very highly of herself, and since she began working at her current job, she's secretly been in love with her section chief, Agatsuma. Agatsuma is good at his job, kind, and everyone loves him. Sakurako is a late bloomer and she never could quite muster up the courage to tell Agatsuma how she feels, so she settles for watching him from afar. Soon, it is all too late for her when Agatsuma is transferred to the company headquarters and out of her life.
A heart-rending adult love story about hopeless, whole hearted feelings -- the first chapter.

What would you do if the perfect marriage candidate came along and said he wanted to be a "househusband"?

Having been focused on her career until now, Michika has finally begun looking for a marriage partner at the age of 35 when she meets Sho Unomori, a department manager at a major company who is kind, thoughtful, handsome, and one year older than her. "There's got to be something!" Michika throws question and after question at him, seemingly unable to find anything that even remotely resembles a flaw in this perfect man.
That is... apart from the confession that he reservedly shares at the end of their date of his dream to be a househusband.
Shocked, Michika thinks to herself, "Absolutely not," and kicks all hope aside. But as she spends more time with Unomori, she starts to want to get to know him better...?!

Kotobuki has been asked to handle a meeting with her company's business partner. But their sales agent, who is extremely handsome by the way, turns out to be none other than Tsuzuki, Kotobuki's high school classmate from 8 years ago! Back then, everyone knew him as the heir to a large corporation, and he was incredibly popular, always surrounded by girls. By comparison, Kotobuki was modest and unassuming. She absolutely dreaded dealing with Tsuzuki, who would often pick on her. Though terrified at first, as Kotobuki continues working with Tsuzuki, she realizes that he's changed. Could this be the budding of an unexpected romance?

You may be eating alone, but you're not really alone. Today's lunch, homemade just for you, feels like a warm hug. - Geeky Haru normally shrugs off the pitying looks of strangers that don't understand her priorities in life, but one day a fluke comment leaves her down in the dumps. That same day, she meets androgynous young Ao. The two of them really hit it off and, on the spur of the moment, decide to become roommates. Except, one of the house rules is a homemade lunchbox exchange...?! Make sure to get a taste of this gentle, heartwarming story of passing messages through edible correspondence!

Mikumo Higashino and Sei Imajo were once close childhood friends. Then they grew apart when Mikumo had to move away for her parents' work. Two years have passed, and through intense studying, Mikumo makes it into same prestigious high school as Sei. However, Mikumo's heart-pounding excitement turns to surprise when she finds out that Sei isn't who he used to be! A sweet, innocent romance that will be sure to give the reader butterflies in their stomach!