Yen Press announced Friday that it's bringing nine new manga and light novel series to English readers this October, expanding its catalog with a diverse mix of genres.

Among the highlights are three light novels that explore contemporary and fantastical themes. See You at That Site of Grace After Work follows Wataru Aida, a socially reserved salesman whose life changes when his coworker introduces him to gaming and adventure. The story pairs Keiichi Hikami's writing with illustrations by lack, creating a slice-of-life narrative about connection and personal growth.

Buying a Classmate Once a Week, written by Usa Haneda with art by U35, takes a more complex approach to relationships. The novel follows high schoolers Shiori Miyagi and Hazuki Sendai as they navigate a peculiar dynamic where one pays the other for control over their afternoon activities. As their final year of high school approaches, the story questions what their relationship actually means.

The fantasy side gets a boost with Your Castle's Little Helper, a tale by Kazuhito Minagi and illustrator PenekoR. Set in the peaceful land of Frontera, the story centers on a mysterious child who awakens with the consciousness of a Japanese woman named Chihiro Sagami. As Chihiro works to survive by helping around the castle, she becomes known as "the little helper"—and her kindness gradually transforms the kingdom itself.

On the manga front, Yen Press is also adding Tokujo-chan: The Girls Who Brighten Your Day by Nekomugi to its lineup, though details on this title remain limited in the announcement.

The publisher also acquired Full Metal Panic! Family and Two A.M. at the Dining Table, continuing its commitment to bringing both established franchises and new voices to English audiences. All nine titles arrive in October, giving readers plenty of new material to explore across romance, fantasy, comedy, and slice-of-life genres.