Nakajima Ramo's essay, still beloved by many readers, is coming out in a highly anticipated new edition. During his years as a salaryman, it became painful to go to work. One day, while heading to a client, he could no longer walk. From this experience, his struggle and co-existence with bipolar disorder began. In this essay, he writes in his distinctive style about psychiatric visits, how he coped with medication, and how he balanced treatment with everyday life and work. It is not merely a story of suffering; it is an essay that can even evoke a faint smile at his struggle, while letting out a strong sense of will to keep living. As a special bonus for readers, the book includes, for the first time, the interview audio of Nakajima Ramo recorded during the editorial discussions about this book. Book information a table of contents Author profile Nakajima Ramo was born in 1952 in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture. He graduated from the Department of Broadcasting at Osaka University of Arts. In 1992, he won the 13th Yoshikawa Eiji Literary Newcomer Award for "Tonight, in Every Bar." In 1994, he won the 47th Mystery Writers of Japan Award for Best Novel with "The Pig of Gadara." In addition to writing, he actively engaged in various expression forms, including forming a theatre troupe and a rock band. He died suddenly at age 52 on July 26, 2004 due to brain contusions from a fall. Even 20 years after his death, his unique narrative voice has not faded, and he continues to attract fans. Book details "When the Heart Leaks" [New Edition] Author: Nakajima Ramo Release date: May 12, 2026 List price: 1,485 JPY (tax included) ISBN: 978-4-413-29899-5