Series by くずしろ

Nana Futami, a 25-year-old rookie shoujo manga artist from Iwate, navigates her career with a tendency for wild daydreams she calls an occupational hazard. Supported by her calm, older editor Kaede Sato and her reliable assistant Mizuki Ma, Nana tackles the demands of the manga industry. Her overactive imagination often leads to humorous misunderstandings, like worrying excessively about being disliked. The trio’s dynamic shines through daily tasks, from brainstorming ideas to meeting deadlines, set against the lively backdrop of their publishing house.

Kishibe Shino, a 17-year-old high school girl, lives with her sister-in-law Nozomi after losing her parents and, six months ago, her older brother—her last blood relative. Navigating their unique bond as “strangers who are family,” Shino adjusts to life with the gentle yet enigmatic Nozomi, who carries her own quiet grief. As they share everyday moments and face the shadows of their past, this tender tale blends slice-of-life warmth, subtle emotions, and healing, following two women finding solace, understanding, and a new sense of family in the wake of loss.