Kodansha is running a major digital manga sale with over 4,400 volumes discounted, including 400+ first volumes at $0.99 and others up to 50% off, ending April 20, 2026. This promotion targets digital manga collections.
Kodansha launched a line-wide digital manga sale offering discounts on over 4,400 volumes. Over 400 volume 1s are priced at $0.99, while additional volumes receive up to 50% off. The sale runs until April 20, 2026.
For web novel readers, manga adaptations often originate from light novels or web novels, making this sale relevant for exploring source material. Discounted digital volumes can lower barriers for fans interested in cross-media storytelling and expanding their collections.
Kodansha is a major Japanese publisher of manga and light novels, with many series adapted from web novels.
Original source: https://kodansha.us/2026/04/08/over-4400-volumes-discounted-during-kodanshas-line-wide-digital-sale/
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