Myne

Lore & Background

Myne's early life is defined by her weak, frail body and her desperate love for books. After reincarnating, she retains the memories of Urano Motosu, a book-loving college student. In a world where books are luxuries for the elite, Myne resolves to make her own books. Her journey begins in poverty, and she uses her knowledge from her past life to create paper and printing methods. Her actions eventually lead her to join the temple as a shrine maiden, a path that allows her access to the limited books available. Her story is divided into five parts, beginning with 'Daughter of a Soldier' and continuing through 'Apprentice Shrine Maiden' and 'Adopted Daughter of an Archduke.'

Reader's Guide

Myne is the reincarnation of Urano Motosu, a book-loving college student. She is the protagonist of the light novel series Ascendance of a Bookworm, written by Miya Kazuki and illustrated by You Shiina. The series is divided into five parts. In Part 1, Myne is a sickly five-year-old girl from a poor family. Her defining trait is her obsessive love for books, which drives her to invent paper and printing in a world where books are rare. She later becomes an apprentice shrine maiden in Part 2, and an adopted daughter of an archduke in Part 3. Her journey is one of using her past-life knowledge to overcome the limitations of her new world, all while battling her frail health.

Did You Know?

• The light novel series Ascendance of a Bookworm was originally serialized online from September 2013 to March 2017 on Shōsetsuka ni Narō.
• The series has sold over 11 million copies across physical and digital sales combined as of July 20, 2024.