Yen Press, a leading publisher of manga and graphic novels, has announced the acquisition of three new manga series at this year’s MCM London Comic Con. Scheduled for release in November 2025, these titles span various genres, promising something for every manga lover. Let’s dive into the details of these exciting new licenses: Love Bullet, The Girl Past the Filters, and The Terrifying Students at Ghoul School!.
Love Bullet: Cupid with a Gun
Love Bullet is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by inee. It began serialization in Media Factory’s Monthly Comic Flapper magazine in October 2023, and as of July 2024, the series has been collected into one volume. Yen Press will release the first volume in print and digital in November 2025.
Synopsis
In a contemporary world where Cupids solve love problems not with bows and arrows but with guns, Love Bullet offers a fresh and action-packed take on the classic mythology. The story follows Koharu Sakurada, a 15-year-old girl who died five years prior in an accident and is reborn as a Cupid. Now, she and other cupids must shoot potential couples to make them fall in love. However, when the Cupids get into an argument over how to solve a love triangle, a full-on shoot-out occurs. Completing missions earns the Cupids karma – and earning enough karma will grant them a second chance at life.
Characters
- Koharu Sakurada: A 15-year-old girl reborn as a Cupid after dying in an accident.
- Kanna: Koharu’s mentor in the ways of being a Cupid.
- Chiyo & Ena: Fellow Cupids who work alongside Koharu and Kanna.
Reception
According to the author’s post on Twitter on September 17, 2024, sales for Love Bullet Volume 1 were low, implying the series could face cancellation. This led to the first volume selling out at multiple retailers, including Manga Republic and CDJapan. The series was also ranked tenth in AnimeJapan’s “Manga We Want to See Animated” poll in 2025.
The Girl Past the Filters: Unveiling True Selves
The Girl Past the Filters is a manga series created by Suzu Ōmi. Yen Press will release the manga in November 2025.
Synopsis
Narumi Hakobe, a quiet and unassuming high school student, finds joy in keeping up with posts from “Efa,” a girl who posts lewd photos on social media. One day, he discovers that Efa’s true identity is Mitsuha Koto, his diligent and popular classmate. The story explores themes of identity, social media, and the contrast between online personas and real life.
The Terrifying Students at Ghoul School!: A Spinoff Series
The Terrifying Students at Ghoul School! is a manga series by Mai Tanaka. It is a spinoff of A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!. Yen Press will release the manga in November 2025.
Synopsis
Set at Hyakki Academy, the story follows tanuki Mamekichi Maizuka and nekomata Tamao Akisame, two of the problem students in the school. This series explores the origins of your favorite characters from A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!
About A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!
A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School! is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Mai Tanaka. It began serialization in Square Enix’s Monthly GFantasy magazine in November 2014. An anime television series adaptation produced by Satelight aired from October 2024 to March 2025. The series follows rookie teacher Haruaki Abe, who is sent to teach at a school full of monsters.
Characters in A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!
- Haruaki Abe: A cowardly rookie teacher who is sent to teach at Hyakki Academy, a school for monsters.
- Mamekichi Maizuka: A tanuki student.
- Tamao Akisame: A nekomata student.
Other Announcements from Yen Press
In addition to the three new manga licenses, Yen Press also announced the upcoming release of several audiobooks and a Fruits Basket complete manga box set:
- Audiobooks:
- I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World and Became Unrivaled in The Real World, Too by Miku
- If the Villainess and Villain Met and Fell in Love by Harunadon
- Fruits Basket: The Complete Box Set: Relive the journey of Tohru Honda from start to finish as she breaks the Sohma family’s curse. This stunning box set features brand-new covers and a beautiful set of lenticular cards as well.
Yen Press: A Key Player in Manga Publishing
Yen Press is known for its diverse catalog, bringing a variety of Japanese and international content to English-speaking readers. They publish a wide range of manga series across various genres, including action, comedy, drama, fantasy, horror, LGBTQ+, romance, science fiction, and slice-of-life.
Final Thoughts
With the addition of Love Bullet, The Girl Past the Filters, and The Terrifying Students at Ghoul School!, Yen Press continues to expand its impressive catalog of manga titles. These new series offer a diverse range of stories and characters, sure to captivate manga fans. Be sure to look out for these releases in November 2025!
