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The Dreaming Boy Is a Realist 1 - by Okemaru (Paperback)

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  • First in a series of romantic comedy light novels adapted from the anime Wataru Sajou, who is deeply in love with his beautiful classmate Aika Natsukawa, approaches her without getting discouraged while having dreams about their mutual love.
  • 299 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Romance
  • Series Name: The Dreaming Boy Is a Realist

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About the Book



Wataru Sajou, who is deeply in love with his beautiful classmate Aika Natsukawa, approaches her without getting discouraged while having dreams about their mutual love. However, one day, he woke up thinking, "I am not really fit to be together with someone as good as her, huh..." Upon realizing this, Wataru started keeping an appropriate distance from her, much to Aika's surprise. "Could it be that he hates me now...?" Did his intentions slip by her because she was getting impatient after arriving at the wrong conclusion?! This is the start of a romcom revolving around two people who just can't get their feelings across and both think their love is unrequited!



Book Synopsis



First in a series of romantic comedy light novels adapted from the anime

Wataru Sajou, who is deeply in love with his beautiful classmate Aika Natsukawa, approaches her without getting discouraged while having dreams about their mutual love.

However, one day, he woke up thinking, "I am not really fit to be together with someone as good as her, huh..." Upon realizing this, Wataru started keeping an appropriate distance from her, much to Aika's surprise. "Could it be that he hates me now...?" Did his intentions slip by her because she was getting impatient after arriving at the wrong conclusion?!

This is the start of a romcom revolving around two people who just can't get their feelings across and both think their love is unrequited!



About the Author



Okemaru is an acclaimed LN author known for their captivating storytelling. They gained recognition by winning the Hobby Japan web novel competition in 2019 with The Dreaming Boy is a Realist. Published by Hobby Japan as a result, Okemaru continues to enchant readers with relatable characters, heartfelt moments, and a talent for exploring romance, school life, and emotional journeys. Join the ranks of passionate readers who have been swept away by the allure of The Dreaming Boy is a Realist, both in its original form and as a captivating anime series.
Dimensions (Overall): 7.0 Inches (H) x 5.0 Inches (W)
Suggested Age: 14-17 Years
Number of Pages: 299
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Romance
Series Title: The Dreaming Boy Is a Realist
Publisher: Monogatari Novels
Theme: Romantic Comedy
Format: Paperback
Author: Okemaru
Language: English
Street Date: November 11, 2025
TCIN: 1003650663
UPC: 9788412726800
Item Number (DPCI): 247-31-6914
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1 inches length x 5 inches width x 7 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1 pounds
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