The anime adaptation of Miya Kazuki's *Ascendance of a Bookworm* is set to continue with a new sequel. This announcement confirms that the anime will adapt Part 4 of the original novel series, which is titled "Founder of the Royal Academy's So-Called Library Committee." The news was shared via the official website and accounts for the series, indicating that production is underway.

WIT Studio, which produced the previous season, *Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke*, will also be handling the production of this new installment. While the announcement confirms the continuation of the anime, a release date for the Part 4 adaptation has not yet been specified.

The creative team from the most recent season is also noted. Yoshiaki Iwasaki served as director, with Mariko Kunisawa responsible for series composition, Aiko Minowa designing the characters, and Michiru composing the music. It is not specified if this team will return for the Part 4 adaptation.

What to Expect in Part 4

J-Novel, the English publisher of the *Ascendance of a Bookworm* light novels, provides a summary of the first volume of Part 4. The narrative follows Rozemyne as she awakens from a two-year sleep, finding herself in a world that has changed. Despite her unease, she must prepare for her enrollment in the Royal Academy as an archduke candidate. At the academy, she is expected to learn mana control, magic tool creation, and the necessary magic for her role as an archduke.

Where to Watch Previous Seasons

For fans looking to catch up, all current seasons of *Ascendance of a Bookworm* are available for streaming on Crunchyroll. The platform offers the series with various subtitle and dub options.

Key points

  • A sequel anime for *Ascendance of a Bookworm* is in production.
  • The new anime will adapt Part 4 of the novel series, titled "Founder of the Royal Academy's So-Called Library Committee."
  • WIT Studio is producing the adaptation.
  • No release date has been announced.
  • Previous seasons are available on Crunchyroll.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 3, 2026