noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
forthcoming publication; to be published soon; coming soon
Used for books, magazines, or other publications that are scheduled to be released in the near future. Often seen in catalogs, advertisements, or bibliographic notes.
近刊の小説を予約した。
I pre-ordered the forthcoming novel.
近刊案内に載っている本は来月発売だ。
The books listed in the forthcoming publications guide will be released next month.
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
recent publication
Refers to a book or periodical that has been published recently. Less common than the 'forthcoming' sense, but used in bibliographic contexts.
近刊の学術書を図書館で見つけた。
I found a recently published academic book at the library.