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“Shop owner Akimoto cares for unsociable author Laurence, discovering he wrote Akimoto's beloved book "Anneli."”

Dear Annel

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10,242 rank · 524 readers · 6 favorites

Boys Love Slice of Life

12 chapters · 1 volumes · 2015 · Manga

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Synopsis

Shop owner Akimoto cares for unsociable author Laurence, discovering he wrote Akimoto's beloved book "Anneli."

Akimoto is the owner of a small variety shop. One day, an unsociable picture book author named Laurence shows up at his doorstep. Laurence came to Japan for work and Akimoto, at a friend's request, begins to look out for him during his stay. He then discovers that Laurence is the author of "Anneli," a book Akimoto holds very dear. (Source: MU)