Image source: Yen PressYen Press has revealed plans for two new audiobook adaptations under its Yen Audio imprint for the horror novel About a Place in the Kinki Region and the prequel novel Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End ~Prelude~.
About a Place in the Kinki Region is expected to launch in December 2025, while Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End ~Prelude~, which was just licensed by Yen Press in August, is scheduled for release in March 2026.
Yen Audio will introduce the audiobooks in Spring 2026, with the specific narrators to be disclosed later.
About a Place in the Kinki Region
Story: Sesuji
Synopsis:
My friend has gone missing. When he vanished, he had been working on a magazine focused on the paranormal—his first true job as an editor. With a tight budget, he turned to searching through old issues and unused research, aiming for ideas. In doing so, a chilling reality began to surface about a specific location in the Kinki region. I have gathered the pertinent articles, interviews, and various materials in this book. Once you have comprehended everything, I would like to seek your assistance. I hope you will contact me.
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End ~Prelude~
Story: Mei Hachimoku
Illustrations: Tsukasa Abe
Synopsis:
Following the legendary elf mage Frieren as she is compelled to face the harsh flow of time, she embarks on a quest to honor the final wishes of her companions and to understand the world better. Guided by Kanehito Yamada, the author of the original manga, five all-new short stories arise! Join Frieren, Fern, Stark, Lawine, Kanne, and Aura in exciting new journeys!
Source: press release
- Used Book in Good Condition
- George Trombley (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 376 Pages - 08/22/2014 (Publication Date) - Learn From Zero (Publisher)
