The Rising of the Shield Hero Novel Volume 1 features story by Aneko Yusagi.

Naofumi Iwatani, an uncharismatic otaku who spends his days on games and manga, suddenly finds himself summoned to a parallel universe! He discovers he is one of four heroes equipped with legendary weapons and tasked with saving the world from its prophesied destruction.

As the Shield Hero, the weakest of the heroes, all is not as it seems. Naofumi is soon alone, penniless, and betrayed. With no one to turn to, and nowhere to run, he is left with only his shield. Now, Naofumi must rise to become the legendary Shield Hero and save the world!

The Rising of the Shield Hero Novel Volume 2 features story by Aneko Yusagi.

Naofumi Iwatani continues his adventure in this second Volume. But his task is not yet complete and obstacles mount as the increasingly ominous waves of destruction approach. He finds a new friend and new powerful abilities that may prove to be too dangerous for the championship. Will Naofumi live up to his role as the Shield Hero and save the world from its prophesized destruction? Or will his dark side consume him?

The Rising of the Shield Hero Novel Volume 3 features story by Aneko Yusagi.

Naofumi Iwatani, still beset by enemies, continues to adventure through a fantasy world- a world he was suddenly thrown into without warning. In the third volume of this epic series, he encounters new friends and foes. A powerful threat reveals herself in the midst of an epic battle. A new companion with a penchant for magical birds, and ties to the royal family, appears at his side. And once again we find Naofumi plotted against, set up, and betrayed. Will Naofumi escape his pursuers and help the poor people of this strange world? Or is he forever doomed by the aggression that threatens to overcome him from all sides- and from within?