Reverse Harem Freshest News: Merit and the Egyptian God manga (First Bingo Win!), Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion print novel, Yona of the Dawn manga resumes, and new digital manhwa & webtoon releases

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Yen Press has licensed Merit and the Egyptian God manga, set for release on April 28, 2026. Source: Yen Press

Despite being very much alive, Merit finds herself lost in the Realm of the Dead! To get back home, she’ll need help from the god Anubis. Only one problem…he’s been cursed and wants nothing to do with humans or his job anymore!

(First win on REVERSE HAREM BINGO: Shojosei Manga Wishlist for Anime or Licensing! This was marketed by Hana to Yume as Egyptian mythology reverse harem comedy. But story is kinda reverse harem only.--ayreesa)

Pre-order: Merit and the Egyptian God, Vol. 1 https://amzn.to/4nSLbOC

New publisher Crossed Hearts has licensed Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke's Mansion novel. The print edition is set for release in Spring 2026. Source: ANN

Eunha Park was just a regular girl desperate to get into college, but when she finally does, her elation is cut short as she's pushed off a roof—only to wake up as Raeliana McMillan, a character from a novel whose death serves as the catalyst for the story's events. But Raeliana refuses to die a second time and is determined to change her fate, no matter what!

The novel is also licensed by Tappytoon, while the manhwa is available through Tapas, Tappytoon, and Yen Press. The anime adaptation aired in 2023. (Mini-reviews on Patreon)

(I also mentioned this in my August newsletter editorial, “Reverse Harem’s Growing Publishing Power,” where I discussed how the trope is steadily becoming a foundation for new imprints in the industry.)

Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke's Mansion Vol. 1 manhwa https://amzn.to/3MecdQ8

Pre-order for the novel not yet available.

Yona of the Dawn resumed in Hana to Yume issue 21/2025, released on October 3, 2025.Source: Hana to Yume News

The Yona of the Dawn Grand Original Art Exhibition will be held to commemorate Mizuho Kusanagi’s 20th anniversary as a mangaka. It will run from December 13 to December 30. Source: AnimeMaps

Princess Yona lives an ideal life as the only princess of her kingdom. Doted on by her father, the king, and protected by her faithful guard Hak, she cherishes the time spent with the man she loves, Su-won. But everything changes on her 16th birthday when tragedy strikes her family! Yona reels from the shock of witnessing a loved one’s murder and having to fight for her life. With Hak’s help, she flees the palace and struggles to survive while evading her enemy’s forces. But where will this displaced princess go when all the paths before her are uncertain?

Yona of the Dawn, Vol. 1 https://amzn.to/4o91oyW

Yona of the Dawn, Vol. 45 https://amzn.to/4oilxlV

Yoko Kamio will release her first essay book, Manga Over Flowers, which delves into the story behind Hana Yori Dango, its media adaptations, and her thoughts on the characters. It also covers her long career as a manga artist and glimpses of her daily life. The book will be out on December 11 and is not yet licensed. Source: Yoko Kamio (HYD is categorized as a kinda reverse harem.)

Tsukushi Makino is accepted into the prestigious, Eitoku Academy. Life changes dramatically for Tsukushi when her friend falls on Tsukasa Domyoji. Tsukasa is the explosive leader of the "F4," a group of the most powerful, rich and handsome boys. Domyoji refuses to accept Makiko's apology and Tsukushi steps in to protect her friend. A red tag appears in the Tsukushi's locker the next morning which is a sign from the F4 that she is to be bullied by the school. Tskushi continues to stand up to her oppressors.

Boys Over Flowers manga, Vol. 1 https://amzn.to/4nTsWYJ

Boys Over Flowers Season 2 manga, Vol. 1 https://amzn.to/4pYQuNG

Boys Over Flowers: Jewelry Box manga https://amzn.to/3KXje9v

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Villainess Streamer manhwa on Webtoons - Release Date: September 19, 2025

Ji-u Shin has been transported into her own dating game. Her life inside the game is now being broadcast live across the cosmos. If she wants the broadcast to end, she must win the game. The catch? The game is set to the hardest difficulty, and she’s been cast as the notorious villainess, Theresa. If she fails to win, she will lose her life. Can she avoid all of Theresa’s bad endings and bring this broadcast to an end once and for all?

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Moralless Scandal manhwa on Webtoons- Release Date: September 25, 2025

Lorena chose death to take revenge on the husband who ruined her life. Thrown back in time, she is determined to rewrite her destiny, protect her family, and destroy her husband. There’s only one way to win: a scandalous divorce. “I need a wild dog… because I’m going to hunt down a hound.” A dangerous alliance. A deadly deal. Will she be able to take everything back this time?

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Let's Play webcomic moved to Tapas on September 26, 2025. Season 4 will launch after the anime concludes and earlier episodes are reuploaded. It also has a short web manga based on the first anime episode. Sources: ANN 1 & 2

The anime premiered on October 10, 2025, and a live-action adaptation was announced in 2021. The print edition is published by Rocket Entertainment.

She’s young, single and about to achieve her dream of creating incredible video games. But then life throws her a one-two punch: a popular streamer gives her first game a scathing review. Even worse she finds out that same troublesome critic is now her new neighbor! A funny, sexy and all-too-real story about gaming, memes and social anxiety. Come for the plot, stay for the doggo.

Let's Play (5 book series) https://amzn.to/45XUvKW

How to Escape an Esper Harem manhwa on Tapas- Release Date: October 7, 2025

Thrown into the world of a reverse harem novel, Lila becomes the guide every esper covets. All she wants is to break free from the chains of the cliché and carve her own life, but each man she tries to avoid seems only more determined to claim her. With the weight of destiny closing in, Lila must choose to either defy the tale itself or surrender to the bonds that refuse to release her.

My Childhood Friend Is a BL Novel Protagonist manhwa on Manta - Release Date: September 16, 2025

Mina wakes up inside an R18 BL novel as Sofia, the childhood friend of the main character, Aiden, and she’s thrilled to have a front-row view of his reverse harem. But for some reason, the handsome male leads start to take an interest in her instead, leaving Aiden feeling somewhat... jealous?

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My Childhood Friends Are Trying To Kill Me manhwa on Manta-Release Date: September 20, 2025

I was reborn into my favorite novel as Lelia, a tragic side character. Sent to a royal academy as a decoy, I befriend four princes fated to slay a dragon. Years later, they return as heroes, only to accuse me of murder! How can I reclaim their shattered trust?

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