Now Read This!
NOVEMBER 2025
 
Our Now Read This! newsletters offer suggestions for your next favorite read, from hidden gems to the latest popular pick. In this issue, you will find a featured book of the month, resources and events for teens, a curated selection of newly acquired and upcoming titles, and booklists for further reading. No matter the genre, your friendly BPL Librarians have recommendations for every reader.
 
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Book of the Month
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Vol. 1 by Kanehito Yamada
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End
by Kanehito Yamada

Thousand-year-old elf Frieren is a master of magic and one of the great heroes who defeated the Demon King. But when she sets out on a new adventure with two young humans, she finds she has a lot to learn about understanding others - and herself. This manga series is a fun mix of slice of life and action, with a great sense of humor and a dash of romance to boot. Volume 14 will be released in English in early 2026.
Resources
ComicsPlus: Teen Library
 
Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga — without worrying about holds, wait lists, or monthly limits. You can also use the Comics Plus mobile app to download comics for offline reading.
 
Looking to create a graphic novel or manga book club? ComicsPlus offers resources for educators and librarians to help you get started.
 
New and Upcoming Titles
The Apothecary Diaries 01 (Manga) by Natsu Hyuuga
A Sign of Affection 1 by Suu Morishita
Prince Freya, Vol. 1 by Keiko Ishihara
The Apothecary Diaries
Nekokurage
 
"Herbalist Maomao is forced into a life of servitude in the palace. But when she uses her wits to break a "curse" on the imperial heirs, she draws the attention of handsome eunuch Jinshi, who puts her to work solving mysteries. Vol. 15 was released in English in Sep. 2025."
 
A Sign of Affection
suu Morishita
 
"When shy deaf college student Yuki meets charismatic, well-traveled Itsuomi, sparks fly between the two as each tries to understand the other's world. Vol. 11 was released in English in June 2025."
 
Prince Freya
Keiko Ishihara
 
"To save her country from a potential invader, a simple village girl must take the place of the poisoned prince to whom she bears a striking resemblance. Vol. 12 was released in English in Nov. 2025."
 
Toilet-Bound Hanako-Kun, Vol. 1: Volume 1 by Aidairo
Komi Can't Communicate, Vol. 1 by Tomohito Oda
Hirayasumi, Vol. 1 by Keigo Shinzo
Toilet-Bound Hanako-Kun
AidaIro
 
"When high school freshman Yashiro summons the spirit Hanako in her school bathroom, she ends up working with the spirit to defeat evil supernaturals. Vol. 23 was released in English in Oct. 2025."
 
Komi Can't Communicate
Tomohito Oda
 
"Socially anxious high schooler Komi and timid Tadano work together to help Komi achieve her goal of making 100 friends. Vol. 36 will be released in English in Dec. 2025."
 
Hirayasumi
Keigo Shinzo
 
"Carefree slacker Hiroto and his high-strung cousin Natsumi do their best to figure out this thing called life. Vol. 7 was released in English in Nov. 2025."
 
Solo Leveling, Vol. 1 (Comic) by Chugong
Gachiakuta 1 by Kei Urana
Dandadan, Vol. 1 by Yukinobu Tatsu
Solo Leveling
Chugong
 
"Weak monster hunter Jinwoo discovers a way to improve his prospects when he is chosen by a mysterious program that lets him level up his abilities. Vol. 14 will be released in English in Dec. 2025."
 
Gachiakuta
Kei Urana
 
"When Rudo is falsely convicted of murder and cast into the trash pit below his dystopian floating city, he must master his power and fight to survive. Vol. 8 was released in English in Oct. 2025."
 
Dandadan
Yukinobu Tatsu
 
"Momo believes in ghosts, while Okarun is sure that aliens are out there. When they try to prove each other wrong, they're each in for a paranormal encounter that leads to new powers and new dangers. Vol. 16 will be released in English in Dec. 2025."
 
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Native Lives, Native Stories
Native Lives, Native Stories is a list of books published in the previous year for children, teens, and adults concerning the experiences of the Native and Indigenous communities throughout North America. This list is part of the Boston Public Library's annual observance of Native American Heritage Month since 2021.
 


   

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