Otsuichi (Author)

In 'Calling You,' a girl's imaginary cell phone unexpectedly connects her to a boy claiming to be calling from his own make-believe device. 'Kiz/Kids' explores the bond between two troubled children, one with a unique healing ability. 'Singing Flower' tells the story of a patient who discovers a flower with a girl's face that hums…

In 'Goth,' a chilling Japanese light novel, two high school sociopaths delve into the twisted world of a local serial killer, spiraling into a maniacal darkness where unspeakable horrors unfold. This gripping tale interweaves drama, horror, mystery, and psychological elements, captivating readers with its dark exploration of obsession and violence.

Summer, Fireworks, and My Corpse is a chilling collection of two short novels and a bonus story that delve into the dark realms of horror and supernatural elements. The title story follows the haunting narrative of a young girl who narrates her own murder from the perspective of her lifeless body, while Black Fairy Tale…

Zoo is a captivating collection of short stories by Otsuichi that immerses readers in a diverse array of topics, settings, and genres, akin to exploring a Zoo. From the poignant tale of identical twins raised in starkly contrasting environments to the chilling narrative of the last man on Earth contemplating his demise while building a…