ICO: Castle in the Mist is a haunting and atmospheric novel by Miyuki Miyabe, inspired by the beloved video game ICO. The story follows Ico, a young boy with horns who finds himself imprisoned in a mysterious and cursed castle. His fate changes when he meets Yorda, a girl with an enigmatic power, and the…
The Violet Knight is the first book in a thrilling Japanese light novel series by Yohna that immerses readers in a world of magic, danger, and romance. The story follows Yuki, a seemingly ordinary high school girl with violet eyes and a mysterious resistance to aging. Her life takes a dramatic turn when her father…
The Clockwork Planet by Yuu Kamiya and Tsubaki Himana offers a unique and captivating blend of steampunk, fantasy, and mystery. Set in a world where Earth has been entirely reconstructed with gears and clockwork mechanisms, the story follows high school student Naoto Miura and his encounter with a mysterious automaton girl, RyuZU. As they join…
The Book of Heroes by Miyuki Miyabe offers a compelling mix of magic, adventure, and complex characters in a world where nothing is quite as it seems. Yuriko’s quest to rescue her missing brother, Hiroki, takes her to a fantastical realm through a magical book, where heroes and villains blur together, and hidden truths await…
The Night is Short, Walk on Girl is a delightful blend of surrealism, whimsy, and eccentricity. Written by Tomihiko Morimi, this novel takes you through a dreamlike night in Kyoto with a college student, known only as The Girl with Black Hair. As she roams the city’s vibrant nightlife, she crosses paths with quirky characters,…
In a world where fantasy and history blend seamlessly, The Secret of the Blue Glass by Tomiko Inui stands out as a rare and poignant gem. Set against the backdrop of World War II in Tokyo, this heartwarming and bittersweet tale follows the Little People—tiny, magical beings living within a blue glass bottle, protected by…
The magical world of Tale of the Magatama continues in Mirror Sword and Shadow Prince, the second book in Noriko Ogiwara’s captivating series. Set against a backdrop of magic, politics, and prophecy, this installment introduces new characters, including Oguna, a prince foretold to bring destruction, and Toko, a girl with the ability to control shadows….
Step into a world where mythology and magic collide in Dragon Sword and Wind Child by Noriko Ogiwara, the first book in the Tale of the Magatama series. Follow Saya, a young woman who discovers that she is the reincarnation of the powerful Water Maiden, destined to confront the oppressive God of Light. As she…
Imagine being thrust into a fantastical world where your greatest desires can come true—but only if you’re brave enough to face the trials that await. This is the journey that Wataru, a young boy in Brave Story by Miyuki Miyabe, embarks on. Caught in the turmoil of a fractured family, Wataru stumbles upon a magical…
If you’re a fan of immersive fantasy worlds, deep political intrigue, and unforgettable character development, Sea of Shadow by Fuyumi Ono is a must-read. As the first book in The Twelve Kingdoms series, it introduces readers to Yoko Nakajima, an ordinary high school girl whose life is turned upside down when she is transported to…