Singapore publisher Rosmei announced preorders for their upcoming English releases of three danmei series: The Defectives Vol. 2, Art Thou Ailing? Vol. 1, and Kaleidoscope of Death Vols. 3 & 4 (which will be sold exclusively as a bundle). [Source: 1, 2, 3] They also revealed the covers for Kaleidoscope of Death Vols. 5 & 6. [Source: 1]
The preorder period for all three of the upcoming releases spans from July 25, 2025 to August 25, 2025, with volumes expected to ship locally in Singapore by May 01, 2026.
Rosmei also announced that several upcoming releases would have an “M-Edition” (Merch Edition) or a “B-Edition” (Box Edition) available for purchase. “M-Editions” are special edition releases, and come with various exclusive merch offerings in addition to the standard freebies provided by Rosmei as preorder bonuses. “B-Editions” are releases that come with a box in which to store or display the volumes.
Preorders Live for The Defectives Vol. 2
The Defectives Vol. 2‘s promotional images are below:
VScorpio, Ying Li, and DIQUELIANG are credited as illustrators, and the English translation is credited to Xiao and Mu.
This volume’s release will have both a Regular Edition and an M-Edition on offer. Those who preorder within the designated window of time, and from participating retailers, will receive bonus freebies: a printed autograph postcard, a bookmark, a badge, and a chibi art card. The M-Edition includes the indicated preorder freebies, plus more exclusive merch: a poster, a PVC card, a keychain, and a coaster.
Preorders for The Defectives Vol. 2 are currently available from the following retailers:
Regular Edition:
M-Edition:
All international buyers must go through Group Orders, forwarding services, or independent partnered retailers, as Rosmei’s publishing license only allows them to sell within Singapore. Their books are not available for purchase at North American retailers such Barnes & Noble, Indigo/Chapters, or Amazon.
Source: The Defectives (Manhua)The Defectives (残次品), also known as Can Ci Pin, is a danmei series written by priest. It was originally serialized on jjwxc starting in 2017, and ran for 197 chapters (plus 6 Extras). It has been adapted into an audio drama, a cancelled manhua series, and a donghua. The donghua was released by Crunchyroll under the English title The Defective, and season one is currently available to stream with English subtitles.
The below summary is taken from DanmeiNews’ series catalogue entry:
In the distant spacefaring future, humanity has colonized the stars. Most humans have become completely dependent on the all-powerful artificial intelligence known as EDEN, whose command extends across seven galaxies. Humans who are unable to interface with EDEN live in isolation in the Eighth Galaxy, which is ruled by the tyranny of the strong. One day, Eighth Galaxy resident Lu Bixing fishes up a mysterious man whom he eventually comes to know as Lin Jingheng, who is on the run and hiding a menagerie of secrets. They quickly become ensnarled in a sprawling drama that will shape humanity for years to come.
Source: Rosmei Bluesky
Preorders Live for Art Thou Ailing? Vol. 1
Art Thou Ailing? Vol. 1‘s promotional images are below:
Dong 33 is credited as the illustrator for the cover and dust jacket, and the English translation is credited to Xuannie.
This volume’s release does not have an M-Edition on offer. Those who preorder within the designated window of time, and from participating retailers, will receive bonus freebies: a printed autograph postcard, a bookmark, and a poster.
Art Thou Ailing? is one of several series that Rosmei plans to release digitally through a collaboration with the ePUB platform Publang. Any upcoming digital releases by the publisher will likely only be available to purchase via the Publang site; rather than being available on all standard platforms such as Kindle, NOOK, etc.
Preorders for Art Thou Ailing? Vol. 1 are currently available from the following retailers:
Unlike many of their other releases, the terms of Rosmei’s license for Art Thou Ailing? allow them to sell and ship internationally through their website. However, the books will still not be available for purchase at North American retailers such Barnes & Noble, Indigo/Chapters, or Amazon.
Art Thou Ailing? (君有疾否), also known as Jun You Ji Fou or JYJF, is a danmei novel series by author Ru Si Wo Wen. It was originally serialized on jjwxc starting in 2016, and ran for 89 chapters (plus 3 Extras). It has inspired an audio drama, available in Chinese on MissEvan.
The below series summary is taken from DanmeiNews’ series catalogue entry:
For the sake of a political scheme, the top-ranking military official Chu Mingyun pretends to be in love with his long-time rival, a top-ranking civil official named Su Shiyu. However, it doesn’t take long for true lovesickness to take root.
Source: Rosmei Bluesky
Preorders Live for Kaleidoscope of Death Vols. 3 & 4, and Cover Reveal for Vols. 5 & 6
Kaleidoscope of Death Vols. 3 & 4‘s promotional images are below:
Beihuan, Daotian Xuetu, Qingqiu, Yang Pi Y, and Ai Miao Zi are credited as illustrators for the cover and dust jacket, and the English translation is credited to Golden Pavilion.
Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 of this series both received individual releases [Source: 1, 2], but Rosmei has elected to sell Vols. 3 & 4 exclusively as a bundled set.
This release will have both a Regular Edition and an M-Edition on offer. Those who preorder within the designated window of time, and from participating retailers, will receive bonus freebies: a printed autograph postcard, a bookmark, a poster, and a mini blooper paper. The M-Edition includes the preorder freebies, and also comes with exclusive merch: two shikishi and two chibi cards.
Additionally, Rosmei revealed the covers for Vols. 5 and 6 of the series, and stated these would be released as a B-Edition (and also as a bundled set).
Preorders for Kaleidoscope of Death Vols. 3 & 4 are currently available from the following retailers:
Regular Edition:
M-Edition:
Kaleidoscope of Death (死亡万花筒) is a danmei webnovel series by author Xi Zi Xu. It was serialized on JJWXC in 2018, and ran for 147 chapters. It has inspired a live-action adaptation (known as The Spirealm), as well as an audio drama adaptation.
The following summary is from DanmeiNews’ series catalog entry:
First, Lin Qiushi’s cat wouldn’t let him cuddle it. Then, he pushes open a door and finds himself in an ominous corridor with twelve iron gates. Then, he meets the mysterious and pompous Ruan Nanzhu. Lin Qiushi’s life only gets tougher from there.
