[Calling All Who Want to Feel a Spark!] "3 Minutes of Magical Love: I Am the Protagonist of My Own Love Story." Released!!

Gakken Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo / President and Representative Director: Tatsuya Nanjo), a group company of Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo / President and Representative Director: Hiroaki Miyahara), released the "Shortcake Books" series title "3 Minutes of Magical Love: I Am the Protagonist of My Own Love Story." on July 2, 2026.

About the "Shortcake Books" Series

This series is aimed primarily at upper elementary school to junior high school girls. It aims to deliver moving stories and positive messages in genres such as "love," "friendship," "animals," and "fashion" to today's elementary and junior high school girls who have diverse interests.

A Must-Read for Love Story Fans! A Book to Enjoy Various Love Situations

There are 3 minutes of eternal excitement when falling in love—from the "Shortcake Books" series comes a collection of short romance novels that can be read quickly and are full of the thrills and sparkle of love.

It contains 14 self-contained stories depicting various love situations: unrequited love for a classmate, a date with a senior you admire, a confession from someone you thought was just a friend, a breakup with someone you loved dearly...

From classic sweet and sour stories like "The Shojo Manga" to tales with slightly surprising endings, it's packed with a wide variety of love stories, offering great satisfaction! You can enjoy it by reading from anywhere, so we recommend starting with the story that best fits your current mood.

▲ "3 Minutes of Magical Love: I Am the Protagonist of My Own Love Story."

▲ The protagonists have various personalities, so you might find one you can empathize with...

▲ Get excited by shojo manga-like situations!

▲ Includes a special talk between the author and editor, which is even more enjoyable when read alongside the stories.

"Idol Push Notebook Vol. 2: To the Stage in the Spotlight!" Also Released Simultaneously!

"Idol Push Notebook Vol. 2: To the Stage in the Spotlight!" is also being released simultaneously from the "Shortcake Books" series! This is the second volume of a story depicting four girls debuting as an idol group, facing challenges, and growing. If you love love stories but also enjoy stories about friendship, be sure to read from Volume 1!

▲ "Idol Push Notebook Vol. 2: To the Stage in the Spotlight!"

▲ Outfits have been decided for their CD debut! Things seem to be going smoothly, but each of them has their own worries...

[Product Overview]

"3 Minutes of Magical Love: I Am the Protagonist of My Own Love Story."

Author: Moesaki Fuyuki Illustrator: Mae Sasaki Price: 1,320 yen (tax included) Release Date: July 2, 2026 Format: 46 size / 296 pages ISBN: 978-4-05-206385-5

[Details and Purchase Here]

・Gakken Publishing Site: https://hon.gakken.jp/book/1020638500

・Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/ASIN/4052063856/

・Rakuten Books: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18590815/

"Idol Push Notebook Vol. 2: To the Stage in the Spotlight!"

Author: Yuzuki Hachihachi Illustrator: Michiru Price: 1,320 yen (tax included) Release Date: July 2, 2026 Format: 46 size / 338 pages ISBN: 978-4-05-206367-1

[Details and Purchase Here]

・Gakken Publishing Site: https://hon.gakken.jp/book/1020636700

・Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/ASIN/4052063678/

・Rakuten Books: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18591560/

"Idol Push Notebook Vol. 1: Unfinished Us."

Author: Yuzuki Hachihachi Illustrator: Michiru Price: 1,320 yen (tax included) Release Date: March 23, 2026 Format: 46 size / 324 pages ISBN: 978-4-05-206331-2

[Details and Purchase Here]

・Gakken Publishing Site: https://hon.gakken.jp/book/1020633100

・Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/ASIN/4052063317/

・Rakuten Books: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18494821/

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・Kindle: https://www.amazon.co.jp/ebook/dp/B0GSVZJBWZ/

・Rakuten Kobo: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rk/f5cbb0252cbc35f09ca842825d9e9bca/

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Gakken Co., Ltd.

https://www.corp-gakken.co.jp/ ・President and Representative Director: Tatsuya Nanjo ・Date of Company Establishment: January 13, 2009 (Name change on October 1, 2022) ・Capital: 50 million yen ・Address: 2-11-8 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8416 ・Business Activities: Publishing and content business, global business, medical and nursing publishing content business, business for kindergartens and schools, classroom-related business, EC and online business, advertising business.

Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.

https://www.gakken.co.jp/ ・President and Representative Director: Hiroaki Miyahara ・Date of Company Establishment: March 31, 1947 ・Capital: 19,817 million yen ・Sales: 199.1 billion yen, Consolidated Subsidiaries: 82 companies (Fiscal Year ending September 2025) Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market (Securities Code: 9470) ・Address: 2-11-8 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8510 ・Phone Number: 03-6431-1001 (Main) ・Business Activities: A holding company engaged in education and medical welfare-related businesses, founded in 1946. Education Field: Classroom and cram school business, including "Gakken Classrooms," Publishing and content business, including educational materials, Business for kindergartens and schools, including textbooks and childcare supplies. Medical Welfare Field: Business for serviced elderly residences, Group homes for dementia patients, Childcare support businesses, including nursery schools and after-school care. Global: Activities and business development in over 150 countries.