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Novel Haven

Step into Novel Haven and transform a rundown lighthouse into a cozy bookstore. Help the villagers, arrange your favorite books, and decorate your own magical reading retreat!

Developer
SkyCat Games, Anabelle Stehl
Publisher
SkyCat Games, LYX
Release
February 24, 2026
204 days ago
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SkyCat Games; LYX is listed as a separate small publisher for this title.
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Updated: Jul 14, 2026Release statusWhether and how the game has been released.
SkyCat Games; LYX is listed as a separate publisher for this release.

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About the Game

Novel Haven is a short story-focused game based on the bestselling book series. Move to a coastal town, renovate the crumbling lighthouse and turn it into a cozy bookstore, designed entirely to your taste. Help the villagers with quests, uncover hidden secrets, and create a literary sanctuary.

Charming Visuals

Adorable pets (including capybaras!), countless books, colorful plants, and so much more! Customize your very own pixel world exactly the way you imagine it.

Fun Mini-Games

Help villagers write letters, restock bookshelves, and complete photo quests to earn money for new decorations. Can you find all the hidden achievements?

Relaxing Gameplay

Design your bookstore to calm beats and forget about everyday life for a while.

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