Ascendance of a Bookworm: Short Story Collection

Turn the page on six years of insights and secretsSo many things have happened since Urano began a new life as Myne. At first she was a simple commoner, then became an apprentice shrine maiden, and was ultimately thrown into the world of nobility as Rozemyne, the adopted daughter of an archduke! But... what about everyone else?This short story collection is packed with previously unpublished chapters from a plethora of unique perspectives taking place during Parts 1 through 4. Explore the lower city, the orphanage, the temple, the Royal Academy, and many other locations further afield than ever before. What do those in Myne's (or Rozemyne's) circle think about her actions? And what's happening in the places that she can't see? Find out in this collection of twenty-one tales, including behind-the-scenes notes from author Miya Kazuki and even more four-panel manga by You Shiina!

Rozemyne’s third year at the Royal Academy comes to a close, and so much has changed since her days as an apprentice blue shrine maiden. She has a new name, and she’s grown twenty-five centimeters taller on top of that! Many more books have been printed over the years as well. However, much has happened without her knowledge, such as Lutz and Tuuli’s engagement! This second Short Story Collection is packed cover to cover with nineteen previously unpublished tales from this expansive world, taking place from Parts 2 through 5. Learn more about Myne’s attendants, her lower-city family, nobles of other duchies, and even members of the royal family! Also included are behind-the-scenes notes from author Miya Kazuki and four-panel manga by You Shiina.