I used to like to tell a little thing, so I wrote it into a novel.No matter what to write, I will write until I don't want to talk about it anymore.This book is the basic expression of my stubborn personality experience. I feel that overcoming and growing are the records of the individual soul, where hope and possibility are the only places.Many of my friends think that in daily life, sometimes they struggle fiercely, sometimes they struggle quietly, and they are constantly positive.I sincerely dedicate this debut book, this single volume, to all of them.The novels included here are all written when I was a waitress.I would like to express my eternal gratitude to Tokuji Kakinuma, the manager of the store who gave me generous care for my other work, and my colleagues at work, including Yumi Masuko, who was in charge of the bookbinding work. The two gentlemen gave "Moon Shadow" a literary award, which made me feel really happy.I dedicate it to Mr. Terada Hiroshi of Fukunaga Bookstore, I dedicate "Full Moon" to Mr. Nemoto Masao of Fukutake Bookstore, and I dedicate "Moon Shadow" to Mr. Jiro Yoshikawa, because he introduced me to M. Alder, who became the prototype of the novel. Fred's song of the same name.The joy of being able to publish this book is entirely dedicated to my father.I am very sorry for the troublesome way of giving.If you don't mind, please accept it.I am grateful.

In addition, friends who don't know each other who have read this clumsy book, if the novel gives you strength, it will be a great blessing to me.There will be a period later, I wish you a happy life. Banana Yoshimoto in Kyoto