WaniKani Beginner Book Club Nominations Collection

Aoi Yukimura, a shy and indoorsy high school girl, has always preferred the comfort of her room, haunted by a childhood fear of heights. Her quiet life is upended when she reunites with Hinata Kuraue, her energetic and adventurous childhood friend, who drags her into the world of mountain climbing. Starting with small hikes, Aoi rediscovers the joy of nature and the thrill of reaching new summits, joined by Kaede Saitou, a seasoned climber, and Kokona Aoba, a cheerful beginner.

In a world where anything can be discarded, the forest of Kuzukago is a graveyard of forgotten things—including a young girl named Eve, abandoned and left to die. Rescued by Nem, an ancient bone dragon nearing the end of his life, Eve finds an unlikely family in the skeletal creature. Raised under Nem's care, Eve grows into a determined and resourceful girl, but their peaceful days are fleeting. When fate threatens to tear them apart, Eve's surprising actions set them on a path of adventure and survival.

Mitsumi Iwakura, a bright and ambitious high school girl from a small, depopulated town in Ishikawa Prefecture, moves to Tokyo to chase her dreams of attending a top university and making a difference. But the bustling city and its fast-paced life quickly overwhelm her, and her carefully laid plans are thrown off course. On her first day, she meets Sousuke Shima, a laid-back and charming classmate who helps her navigate the chaos. As Mitsumi adjusts to urban life and builds bonds with her new friends, she discovers the value of connection, resilience, and embracing imperfections.

Mitsuki Koyama, a 12-year-old orphan with dreams of becoming a singer, is determined to fulfill a promise to her childhood love, Eichi, despite battling a life-threatening throat condition. Her grandmother, who despises music, forbids her from pursuing her passion, leaving Mitsuki feeling trapped. Everything changes when two shinigami, Takuto and Meroko, appear, revealing she has only one year left to live. Moved by her determination, Takuto uses his powers to transform Mitsuki into a healthy 16-year-old, allowing her to chase her dream as the singer "Full Moon." As she navigates the challenges of fame, hidden truths, and her own fate, Mitsuki discovers the power of love, courage, and the music that connects hearts.

Red, an energetic boy from Pallet Town, dreams of becoming the greatest Pokémon Trainer. When Professor Oak entrusts him with a Pokédex and a mission to catalog every Pokémon, Red's journey begins. Alongside his rival Green and a mysterious girl named Blue, Red faces thrilling battles, uncovers Team Rocket's sinister plots, and explores the vast regions of the Pokémon world. Each chapter introduces new heroes and challenges, from Ruby and Sapphire's contest-filled adventures in Hoenn to Black and White's quest to understand truth and ideals in Unova.