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2026 EveryStar Novel Award is Here!

The eagerly anticipated 2026 EveryStar Novel Award is officially open! This year, the competition has joined forces with Mecha Comic to present the "Mecha Comic Female-Oriented Manga Adaptation Award" starting from June 15, 2026. Offering the largest cash prize in its history, a staggering 1 million yen, this contest is set to attract a diverse range of submissions!

A Special Offer: Become a Manga Author

Aspiring writers have a golden opportunity to see their novels transformed into manga! This joint contest by Mecha Comic and EveryStar aims to discover original works suitable for female comic adaptations, targeting the interests of women aged 20 to 40 years.

Writers are encouraged to craft enchanting love stories or romantic fantasies that captivate readers. The emotional depth of the characters is crucial, as readers of Mecha Comic are known for their strong emotional investment in protagonists’ journeys. Stories should explore the why behind the characters’ feelings and choices—what motivates them to fall in love or to take a leap of faith?

A captivating portrayal of internal conflicts and decisive moments will resonate deeply with readers, who will cheer on protagonists through thick and thin. The contest is keen to discover heroines that readers can support and love!

Prize Details

The award structure is as follows:

• - Grand Prize:

1. Guaranteed manga adaptation with Mecha Comic
2. Cash prize of 1 million yen
3. Feedback from the Mecha Comic editorial team

• - Silver Prize:

1. Consideration for manga adaptation with Mecha Comic
2. Cash prize of 100,000 yen
3. Feedback from the Mecha Comic editorial team

• - Bronze Prize:

1. Consideration for manga adaptation with Mecha Comic
2. Cash prize of 10,000 yen
3. Feedback from the Mecha Comic editorial team

• - Voice Prize:

1. A voice drama crafted by famed voice actor Shouta Aoi
2. Consideration for manga adaptation with Mecha Comic
3. A personalized comment from Shouta Aoi

Special Judge: Shouta Aoi

Shouta Aoi, born on August 11 in Fukui Prefecture, is an established voice actor with a career spanning over a decade. Known for his roles in popular series such as