Proven appeal of subject: Over 25,000 copies of this series have been sold as eBooks during Q1+Q2 2020. Japanese turnout is strong, with a manga adaptation also released in monthly serialisation and an anime aired on Japanese television in Q4 2020 with global streaming with a second season now in production.
Genre staying power: A heartwarming high fantasy series, By the Grace of the Gods provides a calming spin on the genre, inviting the readers to feel good about themselves and each other. The serialised storytelling also encourages returning for the next volume!
Artwork: Multiple full-page illustrations (including color frontmatter) add extra value and provide crossover appeal with the manga buying audience.