How is this Shounen ranking calculated?

We count how many chapters readers actually open, then rank 39 Shounen novels by total reads over the last seven days. Nothing here is paid placement or editor-picked — the order comes entirely from reading activity.

How often does the Shounen ranking update?

The snapshot is recomputed every day at 03:00 UTC. The weekly board therefore shifts daily, and the ▲▼ arrows next to each novel show how far a title has moved since the previous period.

Are all these Shounen novels free to read?

Yes. Every novel on Lunovel is free to read in full, with no account required and new chapters added daily.

Top 39 Shounen Light Novels This Week

Discover the 39 most-read Shounen light novels this week on Lunovel — ranked from 39 ranked titles by real reader activity, updated daily. Free to read, new chapters every day.

39 Shounen novels ranked · updated Aug 31, 2026, 8:21 PM UTC

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How is this Shounen ranking calculated?: We count how many chapters readers actually open, then rank 39 Shounen novels by total reads over the last seven days. Nothing here is paid placement or editor-picked — the order comes entirely from reading activity.
How often does the Shounen ranking update?: The snapshot is recomputed every day at 03:00 UTC. The weekly board therefore shifts daily, and the ▲▼ arrows next to each novel show how far a title has moved since the previous period.
Are all these Shounen novels free to read?: Yes. Every novel on Lunovel is free to read in full, with no account required and new chapters added daily.

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