The Wizard's House-Sitting: After the Fairy Tale

Product Description:

Discover more of the enchanting world of The Wizard's House-Sitting with After the Fairy Tale, a special short story collection published by Shueisha Orange Bunko. Written by Azusa Shirasu and illustrated by kokuno, this volume brings together stories that explore the lives and relationships of the series' beloved characters between the main adventures.

On the island of Owari, where the dragon Kuro and the bronze automaton Ao watch over the home, unexpected visitors and everyday adventures bring new stories to life. A man arrives hoping to see his deceased wife again, Himawari and Mirai explore the castle attic, and a quarrel between Kuro and Ao turns into a small cold war that Himawari hopes to resolve.

This collection includes eight short stories previously published online, along with four newly written stories. Highlights include a summer seaside adventure and a story about the first meeting of the young Shirogane and Narukami.

Combining found-family relationships, nonhuman characters, and magic, this volume is a charming addition for readers who want to discover more of the fantasy series' world and characters.

Product Details:

• Title: The Wizard's House-Sitting: After the Fairy Tale

• Author: Azusa Shirasu

• Illustrator: kokuno

• Publisher: Shueisha Orange Bunko

• Release Date: October 19, 2026

• Format: Japanese Paperback Novel

• Page Count: 304 pages

• Language: Japanese

• Genre: Fantasy, Short Story Collection

• ISBN: 9784086807333