Proven appeal of subject: Over 15,000 copies of this series have been sold as eBooks. Japanese turnout is strong, with a manga adaptation also released in monthly serialisation.

Genre staying power: A fantasy series with a political and emotional core, Tearmoon Empire combines intimate moments with sweeping storytelling to keep the reader coming back for more. The serialised storytelling also encourages returning for the next volume!

Artwork: Multiple full-page illustrations (including a colour fold-out and approx. 10 black-and-white per volume) add extra value and provide crossover appeal with the manga buying audience.