The first short story collection ``Ladybug's Devotion'' by Niwa Niwa, who wrote ``Tokusatsu Gagaga'' and ``Please support me while I'm still alive,'' was released today, April 9th, by Futabasha.
The title work ``Ladybug's Devotion'' is the story of Nanako Amagawa, a college student, and Mayu, a girl with a strange background. When Nanako saves Mayu, who is suspected of shoplifting, the two begin to interact. Nanako, who is tired of a life where her job hunting is not going well and is constantly being rejected, becomes mentally stable by being needed by Mayu. However, one day, Mayu disappears from Nanako's presence... In addition to this work, a total of 4 other works are included: ``Kandata no Prayer'', ``Unfortunate TV Show'', and ``This is the Alien Investigation Team''. At Kinokuniya Bookstore Shinjuku Main Store in Tokyo, postcards with color illustrations will be distributed as a purchase bonus.
The title work ``Ladybug's Devotion'' is available for free on Comic Natalie. Don't miss out as it's only available for a limited time.
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Preview publication period: Until 13:00 on Thursday, April 23, 2026
