This week’s roundup of North American anime, manga, novels, and audiobooks highlights a busy release window around May 5–7, 2026. Publishers from Viz Media to Seven Seas and Kodansha USA delivered a mix of long-running series’ new volumes, special collector editions, and digital-first titles. Whether you’re collecting Blu-rays, catching up on ongoing shonen and seinen runs, or exploring new light novels and audiobooks, here’s a complete, easy-to-scan guide to what’s hitting shelves and digital stores this week.
Table of Contents
Anime Releases
Physical anime collectors get a notable release this week.
| Title | Publisher | Suggested Retail Price | Date (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloom Into You (Blu‑ray) | Sentai Filmworks | US$69.99 | May 5, 2026 |
Print Manga Releases
This week’s print manga slate is packed with new volumes and omnibus editions across romance, action, and classic titles. Below are the new print releases available in North America.
| Title | Publisher | SRP | Date (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Box GN 20 | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Boruto: Two Blue Vortex GN 5 | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Cat’s Eye Omnibus GN 3 | Kana | US$29.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Colette Decides to Die GN 7 | Viz Media | US$16.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| The Cursed Sword Master’s Harem Life GN 6 | Seven Seas | US$14.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Dai Dark GN 9 | Seven Seas | US$14.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Desire Pandora GN 5 | Seven Seas | US$13.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Eden of Witches GN 7 | Kana | US$12.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| In/Spectre GN 21 | Kodansha USA | US$10.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Kagurabachi GN 7 | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Makina‑san’s a Love Bot?! GN 3 | Seven Seas | US$16.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Mob Psycho 100 GN 16 | Dark Horse | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Monster and Ghost GN 2 | Tokyopop | US$14.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| My Special One GN 11 | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Natsume’s Book of Friends GN 32 | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Nue’s Exorcist GN 6 | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Otherside Picnic GN 14 | Square Enix Manga | US$12.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Pet Shop of Horrors: Collector’s Edition GN 6 | Seven Seas | US$24.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Prince Freya GN 13 | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Pupposites Attract GN 4 | Kodansha USA | US$13.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Queen’s Quality GN 25 | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Re-Living My Life with a Boyfriend Who Doesn’t Remember Me GN 6 | Seven Seas | US$14.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Star Wars: The Mandalorian: The Manga GN 4 | Viz Media | US$14.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Stella Must Die GN 1 | Kodansha USA | US$13.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Super Psychic Policeman Chojo GN 3 | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| A Tale of the Secret Saint GN 11 | Seven Seas | US$13.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Tower Dungeon GN 5 | Vertical | US$13.95 | May 5, 2026 |
| Tune In to the Midnight Heart GN 7 | Kodansha USA | US$13.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi GN 1 | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Voices in the Sea Foam GN | Vertical | US$13.95 | May 5, 2026 |
| WIND BREAKER GN 21 | Kodansha USA | US$12.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Witch Hat Atelier: Grimoire Edition GN 1 (hardcover) | Kodansha USA | US$49.99 | May 5, 2026 |
Digital Manga Releases
The digital release schedule mirrors much of the print list, with extra J-Novel Club and digital-first drops on May 6–7, 2026. Digital prices vary and often run lower than print.
| Title | Publisher | SRP (Digital) | Date (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| An Archdemon’s Dilemma GN 14 (digital) | J‑Novel Club | US$8.99 | May 6, 2026 |
| Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 2 GN 11 (digital) | J‑Novel Club | US$8.99 | May 6, 2026 |
| Blue Box GN 20 (digital) | Viz Media | US$6.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Boruto: Two Blue Vortex GN 5 (digital) | Viz Media | US$6.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Cat’s Eye Omnibus GN 3 (digital) | Kana | US$26.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Colette Decides to Die GN 7 (digital) | Viz Media | US$11.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| The Cursed Sword Master’s Harem Life GN 6 (digital) | Seven Seas | US$9.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Dai Dark GN 9 (digital) | Seven Seas | US$9.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Even Exiled, She’s Still the Beloved Saint! GN 3 (digital) | J‑Novel Club | US$8.99 | May 6, 2026 |
| I’m a Noble on the Brink of Ruin GN 7 (digital) | J‑Novel Club | US$8.99 | May 6, 2026 |
| Manchuria Opium Squad GN 12 (digital) | Kodansha USA | US$10.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Mob Psycho 100 GN 16 (digital) | Dark Horse | US$6.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Natsume & Natsume GN 9 (digital) | Omoi | US$8.99 | May 7, 2026 |
| Pet Shop of Horrors: Collector’s Edition GN 6 (digital) | Seven Seas | US$12.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Queen’s Quality GN 25 (digital) | Viz Media | US$6.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Stella Must Die GN 1 (digital) | Kodansha USA | US$8.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Voices in the Sea Foam GN (digital) | Vertical | US$8.99 | May 5, 2026 |
Print and Digital Novel Releases
Light novel fans get both print and digital drops this week, including ongoing series entries and standalone volumes.
Print Novels
| Title | Publisher | SRP | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betrothed to My Sister’s Ex Novel 2 | Seven Seas | US$9.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Classroom of the Elite: Year 3 Novel 1 | Seven Seas | US$15.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Though I Am an Inept Villainess: Tale of the Butterfly‑Rat Body Swap Novel 10 | Seven Seas | US$15.99 | May 5, 2026 |
Digital Novels
| Title | Publisher | SRP | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Amazing Village Creator Novel 3 (digital) | J‑Novel Club | US$7.99 | May 4, 2026 |
| Cooking with Wild Game Novel 33 (digital) | J‑Novel Club | US$7.99 | May 4, 2026 |
| Heroine? Saint? No, I’m an All‑Works Maid! Novel 6 (digital) | Seven Seas | US$9.99 | May 7, 2026 |
| I Like Villains, so I Reincarnated as One Novel 2 (digital) | Seven Seas | US$9.99 | May 7, 2026 |
| Virgin Knight: I Became the Frontier Lord Novel 3 (digital) | Seven Seas | US$9.99 | May 7, 2026 |
| VTuber Legend: How I Went Viral Novel 10 (digital) | J‑Novel Club | US$7.99 | May 4, 2026 |
Audiobooks
Audiobook editions of popular light novels and adaptations continue to expand, offering fans new ways to enjoy favorite series.
| Title | Publisher | SRP | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adachi and Shimamura: Short Stories (audiobook) | Seven Seas | US$24.99 | May 5, 2026 |
| Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Novel 7 (audiobook) | Yen Press | US$25.98 | May 5, 2026 |
| Baccano! Novel 9 (audiobook) | Yen Press | US$25.98 | May 5, 2026 |
| Goblin Slayer Novel 11 (audiobook) | Yen Press | US$25.98 | May 5, 2026 |
| Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Novel 11 (audiobook) | Yen Press | US$25.98 | May 5, 2026 |
| Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear Novel 10 (audiobook) | Seven Seas | US$24.99 | May 5, 2026 |
Release Highlights & Picks of the Week
Collector’s pick: Witch Hat Atelier: Grimoire Edition GN 1 (hardcover) — a deluxe release worth snapping up for collectors and new readers alike (SRP US$49.99, May 5, 2026).
Digital deal watch: Many digital volumes (Viz, Kodansha USA, J‑Novel Club) are priced notably lower than their print counterparts; check your preferred storefront for temporary promotions.
Where to Buy
Major retailers and publisher storefronts stock these releases. For official product pages and ordering, visit publisher sites such as Viz Media and Seven Seas Entertainment. Retail availability may vary by region and store; check local comic shops for collector’s editions and special bundles.
Final Thoughts
This week’s release slate (May 5–7, 2026) offers something for nearly every taste — from fan-favorite series continuing their runs to prestige hardcovers and audio editions expanding accessibility. If you’re building a collection, prioritize limited hardcovers and omnibus volumes now, and keep an eye on digital storefronts for lower-price alternatives. As always, support official releases where possible to help creators and publishers continue producing the manga and novels we love.
