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The 4th Annual Doricomm Media Awards: Unleashing Future Literary Stars

Doricomm Inc., headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, is excited to announce the commencement of the 4th Annual Doricomm Media Awards, a novel writing contest that promises to discover and promote the next wave of literary talent. With substantial prize money and guaranteed publishing opportunities, this contest is open to amateur and professional writers alike, irrespective of genre.

Contest Overview

The Doricomm Media Awards have established themselves as a reputable platform for aspiring novelists. Winners will not only receive significant monetary rewards but will also have their works transformed into books under the DRE Novels imprint, as well as potential manga adaptions. The previous edition, the 3rd Doricomm Media Awards, garnered an impressive response, receiving over 5,000 submissions, culminating in the selection of one Grand Prize and two Silver Prize winners.

This year's contest will once again seek submissions that represent creative diversity. No completed work is necessary; even unfinished stories are welcome, giving writers the freedom to express their ideas.

Award Categories and Prizes

The awards for this edition are structured as follows:

• - Grand Prize: Trophy + 3 million yen ($27,000) + Guaranteed multi-volume publication and comic adaptation by DRE Novels.
• - Gold Prize: Trophy + 1 million yen ($9,000) + Guaranteed publication and comic adaptation.
• - Silver Prize: Trophy + 500,000 yen ($4,500) + Guaranteed publication and comic adaptation.

This format reinforces Doricomm's commitment to maximizing the value of winning works and fostering a supportive ecosystem for authors.

Submission Guidelines

The submission window for the 4th Doricomm Media Awards opens on October 10, 2025, at 12:00 PM and closes on January 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM. The announcement of winners is scheduled for June 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM.

Writers interested in entering can submit their existing works on the website “Shousetsuka ni Narou” using the keyword “Doricomm Award 4” in their submissions. There are no restrictions on genres or word counts, allowing for maximum creative expression.

For further details and updates on the competition, please refer to the official website of the 4th Doricomm Media Awards.

Previous Winners

The winners of the previous contest displayed a diverse range of narratives:

• - Gold Prize Winner: Released around October 10, 2025, titled I Decided to Travel Freely in Another World as I Was the Bonus for the Hero. Written by Imuya Sekimura, illustrated by Kisuke Ichimaru.
• - Silver Prize: Scheduled for release around November 10, 2025, titled The Secret Recipe of the Reincarnated Cat Apothecary - Happy Café Opening with Genius Papa! written by Makino Maebaru, illustrated by Neko R.
• - Another Silver Prize: Expected release around December 10, 2025, titled My Guard Dog is Overprotective, written by Riku Isuzuki, illustrated by Yomi Sarachi.

For comprehensive information on previous competitions, please check out the summaries for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Doricomm Media Awards on the official website.

About DRE Novels

DRE Novels, an imprint of Doricomm, is dedicated to publishing engaging light novels that exceed reader expectations. with popular titles spanning various genres, including the dark fantasy Blade & Bastard, it's clear why DRE Novels is a pioneer in the industry.

For Additional Information

To explore more about the awards, visit the official Doricomm Media awards site at Doricomm Media Awards and for a deeper understanding of DRE Novels, you can visit DRE Novels.

Doricomm Inc., founded in November 2001 and located on the 19th floor of ThinkPark Tower, 2-1-1 Osaki, Shinagawa, Tokyo, continues to support innovative storytelling in all its forms.