Ayano Takeda

Ayano Takeda is a Japanese novelist who debuted with Kyou, Kimi to Iki wo Suru. She later wrote Sound! Euphonium: Welcome to the Kitauji High School Concert Band, which expanded into manga and anime adaptations. Her novel Aisarenakute mo Betsuni won the 42nd Eiji Yoshikawa Literary Newcomer Award. Her anime credits include original story work across Sound! Euphonium, Liz and the Blue Bird, and related films and specials.