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Shōsetsuka Ni Narō
is a Japanese novel self-publishing website created by . It was launched on April 2, 2004. Users can upload their novels free of charge and the novels are also free to read. As of December 2022, the site hosts close to 1,000,000 novels, has over 2,300,000 registered users and it receives over 1 billion page views per month. Over one hundred novel series uploaded to the site have been acquired by various publishers, such as ''Log Horizon'', serialized from 2010 before being acquired by Enterbrain in 2011, and ''The Irregular at Magic High School'', which was serialized between 2008 and 2011 before being acquired by ASCII Media Works. Futabasha's light novel imprint Monster Bunko was established on July 30, 2014, which exclusively publishes series that originated on Shōsetsuka ni Narō. Selected works *'' 7th Time Loop'' (2020–ongoing) by Touko Amekawa - acquired by Overlap, received a manga adaptation *'' A Herbivorous Dragon of 5,000 Years Gets Unfairly Villainized'' (2017 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Log Horizon
is a Japanese novel series written by Mamare Touno and illustrated by Kazuhiro Hara. It began serialization online in 2010 on the user-generated novel publishing website Shōsetsuka ni Narō, being later on acquired by Enterbrain and published as a light novel in Japan since 2011. Yen Press began publishing an English translation in 2015. The series follows the strategist, Shiroe, and the other players of the long-lived MMORPG ''Elder Tale'' after they find themselves whisked away into the game world following a game update. The novel has received four manga adaptations, with one based on the main story and the other three revolving around characters in the series. An anime television series adaptation animated by Satelight aired on NHK Educational TV between October 5, 2013 and March 22, 2014. A second season by Studio Deen aired between October 4, 2014 and March 28, 2015. A third season by Studio Deen aired between January 13, 2021 and March 31, 2021. Synopsis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anime
is hand-drawn and computer-generated animation originating from Japan. Outside of Japan and in English, ''anime'' refers specifically to animation produced in Japan. However, in Japan and in Japanese, (a term derived from a shortening of the English word ''animation'') describes all animated works, regardless of style or origin. Animation produced outside of Japan with similar style to Japanese animation is commonly referred to as anime-influenced animation. The earliest commercial Japanese animations date to 1917. A characteristic art style emerged in the 1960s with the works of cartoonist Osamu Tezuka and spread in following decades, developing a large domestic audience. Anime is distributed theatrically, through television broadcasts, directly to home media, and over the Internet. In addition to original works, anime are often adaptations of Japanese comics (manga), light novels, or video games. It is classified into numerous genres targeting various broad and nic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
By The Grace Of The Gods
is a Japanese light novel series written by Roy and illustrated by Ririnra about a man who dies alone who is chosen by three gods to reincarnate into a world of fantasy, using his past knowledge combined with new powers bestowed by the gods to help others and live a bountiful life. It began serialization online in January 2014 on the user-generated novel publishing website Shōsetsuka ni Narō, with a revised version began serialization since September 2015. The series was later acquired by Hobby Japan, who have published twelve volumes since September 2017 under their HJ Novels imprint. A manga adaptation with art by Ranran has been serialized online via Square Enix's '' Manga UP!'' website since November 2017 and has been collected in nine ''tankōbon'' volumes. The light novel is licensed in North America by J-Novel Club, while the manga is licensed by Square Enix. An anime television series adaptation by Maho Film aired from October to December 2020. A second season is s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bofuri
is a Japanese light novel series written by Yuumikan and illustrated by Koin. It began serialization online in 2016 on the user-generated novel publishing website Shōsetsuka ni Narō. It was acquired by Fujimi Shobo, which published the first light novel volume in September 2017 under their Kadokawa Books imprint. Fourteen volumes have been released as of August 2022. A manga adaptation with art by Jirō Oimoto has been serialized in Kadokawa Shoten's ''seinen'' manga magazine ''Comp Ace'' since May 2018, and collected into six ''tankōbon'' volumes. Both the light novel and manga have been licensed in North America by Yen Press. An anime television series adaptation by Silver Link aired from January to March 2020. A second season is set to premiere on January 11. Plot Urged on by her friend, Kaede Honjō begins playing the VRMMORPG ''NewWorld Online'' under the name Maple. Not wanting to get hurt, Maple opts to be a shield user with maxed-out defense stats, and continues ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Black Summoner
is a Japanese light novel series written by Doufu Mayoi. It began publication online on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō novel posting website in October 2014. Overlap began publishing the series with illustrations by Kurogin under their Overlap Bunko imprint in June 2016. A manga adaptation with illustrations by Gin Ammo began serialization in Overlap's ''Comic Gardo'' website in January 2018. An anime television series adaptation by Satelight aired from July to September 2022. Plot Waking up in a strange new place with no memory of his past life, Kelvin learns that he's bartered away those very memories in exchange for powerful new abilities during his recent transmigration. Heading out into a whole new world as a Summoner—with his first Follower being the very goddess who brought him over. Kelvin begins his new life as an adventurer, and it isn't long before he discovers his hidden disposition as a battle junkie. From the Black Knight of the Ancient Castle of Evil Spirits to the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ichijinsha
is a Japanese publishing company focused on manga-related publication, including magazines and books. The company was first established in August 1992 as a limited company under the name Studio DNA whose main purpose was to edit shōnen manga. In January 1998, Studio DNA became a public company and moved from merely editing to now being a publishing company. In December 2001, a publishing company was formed named Issaisha which started the shōjo manga magazine '' Monthly Comic Zero Sum''. In March 2005, Studio DNA and Issaisha merged into the current Ichijinsha company. In October 2016, Ichijinsha was acquired by Kodansha and became its wholly owned subsidiary. Magazines published *''Febri'' (formerly ''Chara''☆''Mel'') *'' Comic Rex'' *'' Monthly Comic Zero Sum'' *''Comic Yuri Hime'' *''gateau'' *''THE IDOLM@STER MILLION LIVE! MAGAZINE Plus+'', renewal of ''THE IDOLM@STER MILLION LIVE! MAGAZINE'' Defunct magazines *''Comic Yuri Hime S'' *'' Waai!'' *'' Waai! Mahalo'' *''Co ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bibliophile Princess
is a Japanese light novel series written by Yui and illustrated by Satsuki Shiina. It was serialized online from September 2015 to January 2022 on the user-generated novel publishing website Shōsetsuka ni Narō. It was later acquired by Ichijinsha, who has released seven volumes since July 2016 under their Iris NEO label. A manga adaptation with art by Yui Kikuta has been serialized via Ichijinsha's ''josei'' manga magazine ''Monthly Comic Zero Sum'' since August 2018. It has been collected in seven ''tankōbon'' volumes. The light novels and manga are both licensed in North America by J-Novel Club. An anime television series adaptation by Madhouse aired from October to December 2022. Characters ; : :Known as the "Bibliophile Princess," she belongs to the high nobility with her family being Marquess, (Hdive has currently been mistranslating her family as having a lower rank.) Her family is known for being bibliophiles. She becomes the fiancée of the heir to the throne, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Berserk Of Gluttony
is a Japanese light novel series written by Ichika Isshiki and illustrated by fame. Isshiki started publishing the series on the user-generated novel publishing website Shōsetsuka ni Narō in January 2017 and it was later moved to Kakuyomu in March 2022. The first novel volume was released in November 2017. A manga adaptation, illustrated by Daisuke Takino, started in Micro Magazine's online magazine ''Comic Ride'' in March 2018. An anime television series adaptation is set to premiere in 2023. Plot Fate Graphite is a gate keeper who works for a noble family, but gets humiliated because he has a useless skill. Later, he kills a bandit and discovers that his skill "Gluttony" has a secret ability that allows him to grow stronger by absorbing other skills. From there, he leaves the noble family he works for and begins his journey to grow stronger and get back at those who humiliated him. Along the way, he discovers a sinister plot involving his own skill, his friends, as well ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beast Tamer
is a Japanese light novel series written by Suzu Miyama and illustrated by Subachi. It has been published online via the user-generated novel publishing website Shōsetsuka ni Narō since June 2018. It was later acquired by Kodansha, who has released eight volumes since May 2019 under their Kodansha Ranobe Books imprint. A manga adaptation illustrated by Moto Shigemura has been serialized in Square Enix's '' Manga UP!'' website since January 2019; seven ''tankōbon'' volumes have been released as of September 2022. An anime television series adaptation by EMT Squared aired from October to December 2022. Plot Rein is a beast tamer who was expelled from the hero Arios' party who consider him too weak because he only has the ability to form contract with animals. While looking for work, Rein rescues Kanade, a member of the cat tribe who becomes his companion. By forming a contract with a member from one of the strongest races, Rein obtains some of her powers, becoming much stron ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Banished From The Hero's Party
is a Japanese light novel series written by Zappon and illustrated by Yasumo. It began serialization online in October 2017 on the user-generated novel publishing website Shōsetsuka ni Narō. It was later acquired by Kadokawa Shoten, who have published the series since June 2018 under their Kadokawa Sneaker Bunko imprint. A manga adaptation with art by Masahiro Ikeno has been serialized in Kadokawa Shoten's ''shōnen'' manga magazine ''Monthly Shōnen Ace'' since May 2018. Both the light novel and manga are licensed in North America by Yen Press. An anime television series adaptation produced by Wolfsbane and Studio Flad aired from October to December 2021. A second season by Studio Flad is set to premiere in January 2024. Synopsis In a world whose inhabitants find their destinies dictated by the Divine Blessings they receive upon birth, Gideon Ragnason was a member of the Hero's Party, a powerful group led by his sister Ruti destined to save the world from evil. Hi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ascendance Of A Bookworm
is a Japanese fantasy light novel series written by Miya Kazuki and illustrated by You Shiina. It was serialized online from September 2013 to March 2017 on the user-generated novel publishing website Shōsetsuka ni Narō. It was later acquired by TO Books, who has published thirty volumes since January 2015. A manga adaptation of the first part with art by Suzuka was serialized online via Niconico Seiga website from October 2015 to July 2018. It was collected in seven ''tankōbon'' volumes by TO Books. Both the light novel and manga are published in English by J-Novel Club. An anime television series adaptation by Ajia-do Animation Works aired the first part from October to December 2019, and the second part aired from April to June 2020. A two-part OVA episode released in March 2020. A third season aired from April to June 2022. Plot The story follows Urano Motosu, a book-loving post-secondary college student and soon-to-be librarian who ends up crushed to death be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
As A Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill To Rise In The World
is a Japanese light novel series written by Miraijin A. The series originated on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website, before being published in print with illustrations by Jimmy by Kodansha beginning in July 2020. As of July 2023, five volumes have been released. A manga adaptation, illustrated by Natsumi Inoue, began serialization on the ''Magazine Pocket'' website in June 2020. As of November 2023, the manga's individual chapters have been collected into thirteen volumes. An anime television series adaptation produced by Studio Mother is set to premiere in April 2024. Plot A Japanese salaryman dies and reincarnates in another world as Ars Louvent, heir of a noble family and discovers that he also possesses the skill to appraise the talents and aptitudes of other people. With his special powers, Ars identifies and convinces powerful individuals who excel in various subjects, from magic and swordsmanship to strategy and diplomacy to become his servants and allies in preparatio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
