An announcement from Crossed Hearts Publishing indicates that they have acquired three manhwa licenses. One of these licenses pertains to "Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke's Mansion" novels.
New Japanese manga, Korean webcomics, Asian novels publisher plans to debut 30+ series in 2026
Crossed Hearts, a publishing company from California, has declared that they will release three Korean manhwa books in English worldwide. These titles are Baroness Goes on Strike, From a Knight to a Lady, and The Archduke's Adopted Saint. These books will be available in full-color print editions with both regular and limited edition versions offered at the same price. This allows fans worldwide to obtain exclusive collectibles through pre-orders.
The popular series Baroness Goes on Strike by Ko Eun Chae and Song Yeseul has over 42 million readers worldwide. It is a historical fantasy with regression themes that will be released in several countries on different dates. In the UK, India, and the Middle East it will launch on October 26th. In Australia and New Zealand it will be released on October 28th. Lastly, in the U.S., Canada, and Latin America it will be available on November 25th.
Crossed Hearts describes the story:
Baroness Cassia was relieved to die. After ten long years in a loveless marriage to her
mercenary husband, Zester, she found peace in finally leaving behind a life filled with
exhaustion and sacrifice. If only she had the chance to do it all again! And then—she did.
Waking a decade in the past, Cassia finds time has turned back. The same husband. The same
barony. The same crossroads. If fate insists on a do-over, she won't spend it suffering in
silence. This time, she's living for herself—and this time, she's going on strike! Yet as the
past begins to unravel, Cassia must ask herself: can she truly escape the fate she once
accepted, or is she doomed to relive the same nightmare all over again?
The Standard Version comes with a complete color print book, writing paper, and Yeseul's carefully selected "Creator's Vault," featuring character profiles, production notes, and exclusive commentary. Additionally, the Deluxe Edition contains a pop-up card and an exclusive photocard of Cassia that has never been seen before.
From a Knight to a Lady is a popular romance novel written by Hye-rim Sung that has over 130 million readers worldwide. It is being released in several countries including the UK, India, Middle East, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Latin America on December 13th in the UK, India, Middle East, and on December 16th in the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Latin America in the US.
Crossed Hearts describes the story:
“If beauty and wit are a woman's weapons, then I shall wield them as fiercely as I once did my sword!”
When Estelle is killed by the very subordinate she once trusted, her life as a loyal knight of
the Kingdom of Ersha comes to a sudden end. But to her surprise, she wakes up three years
later, in the body of Lucifela Aydin, the spoiled daughter of a wealthy count in the enemy
empire of Jansgar. Thrust into a world of noble banquets, court politics, and an unwanted
engagement to Zedekiah Heint—the duke she once crossed swords with—Estelle is
compelled to live as a noblewoman among those who destroyed her homeland. Determined to
uncover the truth behind Ersha's downfall and her own betrayal, Estelle seizes the second
chance to find the traitors, reunite with the survivors, and to protect what little remains of her
kingdom. To do so, she will live as Lucifela!
The Standard Version comes with a complete color book version of the publication, writing paper, expandable pages, and a "Creator's Cache" from Ink., which contains a three-page side story and an image of Lucifela. Additionally, the Deluxe Version has a Lucifela tarot card included in its package.
The Archduke's Adopted Saint is a historical fantasy romance written by Songiba and illustrated by Hwang Bino. It revolves around themes of faith, betrayal, and destiny. This series will be released in different countries on specific dates. In the UK and India it will be launched on March 21, 2026. In the US, Canada, Latin America it will be released on March 24, while in Australia and New Zealand it will be launched on March 31.
Crossed Hearts describes the story:
After fourteen lifetimes of betrayal and torment at the hands of her dearest friend Lavienne, Saint Dinah wants nothing more than to die. Cursed with endless reincarnation and unable to end her own life, she turns to the featred Archduke Tersia—hoping he'll kill her. But to her surprise, he adopts her and names her Esther, placing her at the heart of the empire's most powerful family. With her new status and knowledge of Lavienne's true nature, Esther swears to get her revenge. Will Esther finally break the cycle? Or will her 15th life end just like all the rest?
Recently, Crossed Hearts revealed that they have acquired the rights to publish Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke's Mansion novel series in English. They plan to release the series in spring 2026.
Yen Press releases the isekai fantasy romance story in English through its publication of the manhwa.
Eunha Park was just a regular girl desperate to get into college, but when she finally does, her elation is cut short as she's pushed off a roof—only to wake up as Raeliana McMillan, a character from a novel whose death serves as the catalyst for the story's events. But Raeliana refuses to die a second time and is determined to change her fate, no matter what!
In April 2023, an anime adaptation was made from a digital webtoon series that was based on Milcha ' s original novel, which had been transformed into a webtoon format by Whale.
Crossed Hearts is a publishing company that specializes in releasing Japanese manga, Korean webcomics, and Asian novels. They are planning to launch their official website in October, where customers can place pre-orders for Limited Edition products at no extra cost. Additionally, they will provide links to other major retailers for purchasing.
Crossed Hearts aims to introduce popular Korean manhwa series in English-language print editions for the first time through its upcoming releases. The company plans to launch over 30 series in 2026.
Sources: E-mail correspondence, Press releases , Crossed Hearts' X/Twitter account ( link )
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