Trauma

Suruga Shigi(するがしぎ)

Was the one-night stand he was looking for actually his neighbor?! “My Neighbor Doesn’t Want to Do It” by Suruga Shigi(するがしぎ)

This is a lovely story depicting the connection between a writer who’s obsessed with self-improvement and a quiet next-door neighbor burdened with some rather troublesome symptoms!
Arinco

An Omega with a complicated past who pretends to be an Alpha — “From the Bite Mark, My First Love” by Arinco(ありんこ)

Set in the world of Omegaverse, this is a wonderful story that lets you read while reflecting on how a college student overcomes a painful and bittersweet past—and how he chooses to face it moving forward.
Natsume Kazuki(ナツメカズキ)

Voiceless cries exchanged — “MODS” by Natsume Kazuki(ナツメカズキ)

You’ll be drawn in by the silent exchanges between a prostitute steeped in money, cigarettes, and desire, and his attendant who struggles desperately to save him from that world.
Arii Memeko(ありいめめこ)

Is it wrong to fall in love even if you’re just the junior? “Hitorijime My Hero” by Arii Memeko(ありいめめこ)

This is a wonderful story about the older brother of the protagonist from “Hitorijime Boyfriend,” created by Arii Memeko(ありいめめこ), and his underling (a student), blending humor with moments of quiet, heartfelt emotion that truly move you.
Takarai Rihito(宝井理人)

A story of a sensitive college student and a caring companion — “Hana no Mizo Shiru” Vol. 1 by Takarai Rihito(宝井理人)

This is a story by Takarai-sensei, the creator of “Ten Count,” about a slightly clumsy college student studying flowers and the caring person who looks after him. The delicate, meticulous artwork and the deeply resonant words gently draw the reader into the world of the story.
Taka(鷹)

A past connection with a straight-laced yakuza… “Taken Along That Night” Vol. 2 by Taka(鷹)

It’s a wonderful story that’s both funny and bittersweet, woven between a straight-laced yakuza and a super-positive host!
Taka(鷹)

What’s the true nature of the yakuza who subjects him to a week of confinement and pleasure-filled torment?! “Taken Along That Night” Vol. 1 by Taka(鷹)

You can’t help but smile at Taka-sensei’s dynamic, energetic artwork and high-energy exchanges—this is truly a delightful work that’s guaranteed to put a grin on your face!
Yamada Nonono(山田ノノノ)

A reclusive novelist haunted by his past and an unsuccessful rookie host who share their loneliness — “The Darkest Time Is Just Before Dawn” by Yamada Nonono(山田ノノノ)

This is a bittersweet work that beautifully contrasts the image of bright mornings with softly shadowed nights, as depicted by Yamada Nonono-sensei. The gently resonant story is sure to move you to tears.
Nago Nayuta(那悟なゆた)

How do you get a sobbing puppy to give up?! “Love Me, Love My Dog (New Edition)” by Nago Nayuta(那悟なゆた)

This is a spin-off work by Nago Nayuta-sensei, telling the story of a self-indulgent novelist and an adorably caring, puppy-like rookie editor!
Miginoyagi(ミギノヤギ)

Unable to touch others without wearing a mask — “ Kuyuru” by Miginoyagi(ミギノヤギ)

You’re guaranteed to be overwhelmed by the relationship that gradually softens and deepens as a protagonist bound by past trauma and two adults with immense, comforting warmth spend time together and grow closer!