“NON-Fiction: The Birth of a Hero,” written by author Narumi Komatsu, will be released on September 15. This is the first full-scale biography chronicling Non’s journey—as she has blazed a new trail—and her future.

Twenty years since “Rena Nonen,” ten years since “NON.”
Author Narumi Komatsu has published the first full-scale biography chronicling her journey and future as she has blazed a new trail.

“I want to set the rules for my own life.”
How did she become a trailblazer?

Nonfiction writer Narumi Komatsu conducted extensive, long-term interviews with “NON”—who has carved out a truly unique path as an actress and artist—and vividly portrays everything from her upbringing to her new name and her insatiable creative drive, through the author’s unique interpretation and meticulous prose.

In this book, NON’s innermost thoughts—which have rarely been shared before—come to life through the written word.
From her roots in her “hometown” to her conflicts with her mother during her modeling days, her passion for the guitar and rock music, the days she spent grappling with her roles in *Amachan* and *In This Corner of the World*, and her commitment to “staying true to what she loves” alongside her new name—NON’s pride and integrity are revealed through meticulous research.

A powerful way of life—one in which she has walked steadfastly along the path she has chosen of her own free will.
NON’s unblemished approach is overflowing with joy and gratitude as she continues to forge ahead in the world of expression.
The journey of NON chronicled in this book is sure to kindle a quiet flame in the hearts of modern people who wish to live authentically.

We highly recommend you read it.

■Bibliographic Information
Title: *NON-Fiction: The Birth of a Hero*
Author: Narumi Komatsu
List Price: Print edition: 2,310 yen (tax included)
E-book: 2,200 yen (tax included)
Release Date: Tuesday, September 15
Publisher: Bungeishunju
Format: Shiroku size / Paperback / 360 pages