The novel Whoever Steals This Book ( Kono Hon Wo Nusumu Mono ) of Nowaki Fukamidi will gain an anime adaptation for theaters. The news came accompanied by an unprecedented teaser, promotional look, main team revealed and premiere of debut for 2026.
Although the acting cast has not yet been announced, production already has heavy names. The direction will be from Daiki Fukuoka , the script signed by Yasuhiro Nakanishi and the character design will be in the hands of Keiko Kurosawa , who will also act as chief director of animation. The soundtrack will consist of Michiru Oshima , while the studio responsible will be Kagokan , produced by Yuji Higa Animation . The distribution will be the Kadokawa Animation .
History mixes books, curse and fantasy
Originally published by Kadokawa Shoten in October 2020, the work received a 2023 pocket edition for the Kadokawa Bunko label. In addition, it won a manga version illustrated by Kakeru Sora Young Ace magazine between 2021 and 2023.
The narrative follows Mifuyu , a high school student who was born in a family of book collectors. Despite living surrounded by literature, she has aversion by books. However, everything changes when a thief invades the Mikura hall - a library founded by his great -grandfather - and activates an old curse.
A journey within the books themselves
After all, to recover stolen books, Mifuyu will need to get into the stories that he despise so much. Alongside the enigmatic Mashiro , she will be forced to face literary worlds and save her city from a magical and tragic destination.
WHOEVER STEALS THIS BOOK promises to be an unexpected fantasy, with themes of self -acceptance, mystery and literary magic. So if you like plots that play with parallel realities, get ready to accompany this new enchanted universe.
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