Books in the Ascendance of a Bookworm series

Proven appeal of subject: Over 15,000 copies of the original novel series have been sold as eBooks. Japanese turnout is strong, with a manga adaptation released in monthly serialisation and multiple anime series. Genre staying power: Combining fantasy elements with cute slice-of-life antics, Ascendance of a Bookworm is a story by a book-lover for book-lovers. The serialised storytelling also encourages returning for the next volume! Artwork: Multiple full-page illustrations (including a full-color fold-out) add extra value and provide crossover appeal with the manga buying audience.