1000 Words Left to Live Hc — PREORDER

PREORDER: Releases Wednesday, December 9, 2026. Your copy ships release week.

Preorder price $16.00 (20% off the $20.00 cover price).

Yen Press

A collection of twenty-six shocking, awe-inducing short stories! A doctor tells a patient they can speak only one thousand words before their life ends. Someone’s boyfriend turns into a can of mackerel. A woman is in her sixth year of pregnancy. This mysterious world is full of laughter and tears, and twists and turns sure to leave anyone reeling!

Creative team: (W) Gyatei Murasaki

How preorders work: every preorder is 20% off cover price. You are charged at checkout and your order ships the week of release in a rigid mailer. Cancel any time before release for a full refund. Order by October 26, 2026 (final order cutoff) and your copy is guaranteed.