Kaho Miyake, a literary critic who is increasingly expanding her reach with works such as "Why Reading Books Becomes Difficult When You're Working," "The Art of Verbalizing 'Likes'," and "The Contemplating Youth." Miyake analyzes the portrayal of "spouses" through novels, dramas, and movies that were hits from the Showa to Reiwa eras. Her latest book, "The Society Where 'Spouses' Are Absent," which explores theories on marriage to correct the future of partnerships, will be released by Kodansha on July 16, 2026 (Thu)! \Easy-to-hold new book format!/ In today's busy world, how can one balance "work" and "family life"? Analyzing hit novels, dramas, and movies from the Showa to Reiwa eras revealed the image of "spouses" struggling with miscommunication. How can miscommunication in partnerships be resolved? Kaho Miyake delves into "family structures" through "stories"! Marriage theories to reconsider the future of partnerships! Enthusiastic comments from bookstores nationwide have already arrived! Comments from the author, Kaho Miyake, have arrived! The release date of this book is July 16, 2026 (Thu). This book will also be released in a new book size for ease of handling! Please look forward to it! Author Profile ©Mitsutoshi Watanabe / Kodansha Kaho Miyake Born in Kochi Prefecture in 1994. Literary critic. Part-time lecturer at Kyoto City University of Arts. Completed the Master's program at Kyoto University's Graduate School of Human and Environmental Studies (specializing in the Manyoshu). Debuted in 2017 with the publication of "50 Masterpieces That Will Ruin Your Life" during her graduate studies. In 2024, she received the Grand Prize for "Why Reading Books Becomes Difficult When You're Working" at the "Booksellers' Choice Non-Fiction Award 2024," and the following year, the Grand Prize for "New Book Award 2025." Other works include "How to Kill Your Mother?", "The Art of Verbalizing 'Likes': I Want to Talk About How Great My Favorite Is, But All I Can Say is 'Ama