Otsuichi (Author)

Calling You is a captivating Japanese light novel consisting of three unique short stories. The first story, 'Calling You,' follows a girl who invents an imaginary cell phone that unexpectedly rings one day, connecting her with a boy who claims to be calling from his own imaginary device. In 'Kiz/Kids,' two troubled children form a…

Goth is a riveting Japanese light novel that delves into the dark and twisted minds of two high school sociopaths who become infatuated with a local serial killer. Instead of seeking justice, they immerse themselves in a spiral of obsession leading to unimaginable horrors. The novel combines elements of drama, horror, mystery, psychological exploration, and…

Summer, Fireworks, and My Corpse is a collection of two intriguing short novels in the light novel genre, written in Japanese. The title story follows the chilling tale of a nine-year-old girl who narrates her own murder from her dead body's perspective, as her killers attempt to conceal their crime during a summer vacation. In…

Zoo is a captivating light novel by Otsuichi, renowned for its collection of short stories that can be likened to a diverse menagerie. Each tale within this literary Zoo delves into a unique topic, setting, or genre, offering readers a rich and varied reading experience. From the harrowing narrative of identical twins raised in starkly…