BookLive and Bukkomi Launch Commemorative Campaign for TV Anime 'The Next Duke Said He Doesn't Love Me, But Somehow He's Obsessively in Love Now'

BookLive, Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Masashi Awano), a group company of TOPPAN Holdings Co., Ltd., has launched a commemorative campaign on its operated comprehensive e-book stores 'BookLive' and 'Bukkomi' for the TV anime 'The Next Duke Said He Doesn't Love Me, But Somehow He's Obsessively in Love Now' (manga: Natsu Mizuno / original: Kei Misawa), starting from July 4, 2026 (Saturday). This campaign allows users to enjoy 59 volumes across 8 related works by Kei Misawa or Natsu Mizuno—including the original manga—at no cost or with up to 50% off.

Additionally, a special giveaway campaign is being held where 3 lucky winners will receive a jointly signed color paper from Yui Ishikawa (voice of Elsa) and Soma Saito (voice of Julius). Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy both the original manga and related titles.

【Campaign Period】

July 4, 2026 (Sat) 00:00 – July 31, 2026 (Fri) 23:59

【Campaign Page URLs】

• BookLive: https://booklive.jp/feature/index/id/cp2026070450

• Bukkomi: https://sp.handycomic.jp/feature/index/id/cp2026070450

【Free Titles】

• 'The Next Duke Said He Doesn't Love Me, But Somehow He's Obsessively in Love Now' – Chapters 1–8, Volume 1 (tankōbon)

• 'The Crown Prince Said This Is a Political Marriage, But Somehow He's Obsessively in Love With Me' – Chapters 1–6, Volume 1 (tankōbon)

• 'This Engagement Is Fake! A Noble Lady Is Pursued by a Skilled CEO' – Chapters 1–6, Volume 1 (tankōbon)

• 'I've Become the Temporary (?) Fiancée of the Crown Prince as a Saint Flower Mage – Is This Obsession Necessary!?' – Volumes 1–2 (serialized)

• 'Berry’sFantasy: The Fluffy Caretaker of the Dragon King – A Reincarnated Ordinary Girl Got an Obsession Flag' – Chapters 1–5

• 'Berry’sFantasy: Fifth Loop. I Wanted to Avoid Death This Time, But the King Who Killed Me in My Past Life Is Obsessively in Love With Me' – Chapters 1–5

• 'Rescued by the Arrogant Crown Prince, a Desperate Noble Lady Was Supposed to Be a Decorative Concubine… But Now I'm Being Loved Obsessively!?' – Chapters 1–5

• 'Reincarnated as an Oppressed Princess, But I'm Happily Loved by the Strongest Knight with the Dragon God's Blessing' – Chapters 1–7

※ Please check the campaign page for eligible titles.

Signed Color Paper Giveaway Featuring Yui Ishikawa and Soma Saito

During the campaign period, a jointly signed color paper by Yui Ishikawa (Elsa in the anime) and Soma Saito (Julius in the anime) will be given to 3 winners by lottery.

【Eligibility】

① Purchase the target volume (Chapter 26) of 'The Next Duke Said He Doesn't Love Me, But Somehow He's Obsessively in Love Now (serialized version)' on the BookLive e-book store.

※ Customers who purchased before the campaign started are also eligible.

② Click the entry button on the campaign page (https://booklive.jp/feature/index/id/cp2026070450)

③ Link your BookLive and LINE accounts

※ All three conditions above must be met to enter. The order of completion does not matter.

【Entry Period】

July 4, 2026 (Sat) 00:00 – July 31, 2026 (Fri) 23:59

【Winner Notification】

Mid-August 2026 (planned)

※ Only winners will receive a notification via the official BookLive LINE account, including a URL to a personal information form for prize delivery.

【Prize Shipment】

Late September 2026 (planned)

TV Anime Information

【Title】

The Next Duke Said He Doesn't Love Me, But Somehow He's Obsessively in Love Now

【Broadcast Information】

• TV Asahi network (24 stations nationwide), “NUMAnimation” slot – Starting July 4, 2026 (Sat), every Saturday at 1:30 AM JST

• BS Asahi – Starting July 6, 2026 (Mon), every Monday at 11:24 PM JST

【Cast】

Elsa Yukarainen: Yui Ishikawa

Julius Royas: Soma Saito

Yarmo Parnila: Kaito Ishikawa

Seraphina Parnila: Chika Anzai

Rebecca Reikonen: Hibiku Yamamura

Hannes Yukarainen: Atsushi Abe

Alexis Yosef Lart: Ryohei Kimura

Iele Ecklus: Ryota Suzuki

Lucas Yukarainen: Daisuke Namikawa

Sophia Yukarainen: Mariko Kouda

Stim: Makoto Tamura

Tanya: Maaya Uchida

【Web/SNS】

• Official Website: https://kimiai-anime.com/

• Official X: @kimiai_official

© Natsu Mizuno, Kei Misawa, Flex Comics / Kimiai Project

The comprehensive e-book store 'BookLive' will continue to provide services that deliver enriching encounters with books and fulfilling reading experiences, under the concept of 'Always keep a “manga room” in your heart.'

【About the Comprehensive E-Book Store 'BookLive'】

'BookLive' is Japan’s largest all-genre e-book store, offering a one-stop reading experience centered on manga and light novels.

(1) A trusted, long-established e-book store celebrating its 22nd anniversary

(2) Over 1.88 million titles covering manga, novels, and practical books

(3) Over 2,000 original titles, including popular works adapted into dramas and merchandise

(4) Daily value through V Points integration, coupon gacha, and store visit points

(5) Over 55,000 free titles and approximately 4,000 annual campaigns

(6) 'Public List' feature enabling users to discover new favorites from others’ recommended books

● BookLive: https://booklive.jp/

● Official X: https://x.com/BookLive_PR

【About the Comic Distribution Service 'Bukkomi'】

'Bukkomi' is a long-standing manga site, originating from 'Handy Comic,' Japan’s first mobile manga distribution service launched in 2003. With over 1 million titles—from popular hits to hidden gems—and more than 140,000 titles available for free trial reading, Bukkomi offers daily fun campaigns, generous point rewards, free and discounted titles. Enjoy your favorite manga anytime, anywhere—on smartphones, tablets, or PCs.

● Bukkomi: https://sp.handycomic.jp

【About BookLive, Inc.】

BookLive’s corporate philosophy is 'Creating new value to shape joy.' Through operating e-book stores and manga apps, the company delivers content that enriches readers’ lives and creates intellectual properties. As technology evolves, BookLive aims to enhance creators’ and content’s value, and as a new vision, '