Pikcoma Novels Takes Flight: The 2nd Pikcoma Novel Awards Thanks Ceremony Unveiled New Initiatives

Pikcoma Novels Surges Forward with Exciting New Initiatives

On June 14, 2025, Kakao Pikcoma held the 2nd Pikcoma Novel Awards Thanks Ceremony in Minato, Tokyo. This event celebrated authors who successfully passed the first screening of the contest and are currently serializing their novels on Pikcoma, expressing gratitude for their contributions. An awards ceremony honored a total of seven creations, including the esteemed annual grand prize.

During the event, the future plans for Pikcoma Novels were revealed, highlighting several noteworthy developments. One major initiative is the significant expansion of the SMARTOON adaptations, which will include not just contest-winning works but also a wider selection of serialized novels.

In addition to this, Pikcoma will embark on new comic adaptations tailored to the unique characteristics of each property. These adaptions will enhance the accessibility and enjoyment of stories for a wider audience. Also noteworthy is the launch of a new novel serialization project, allowing current authors to develop completely original stories outside of the contest framework.

SMARTOON Adaptations

The expansion of the SMARTOON adaptations is set to encompass seven more titles, promising enthralling visuals and engaging narratives. Notable upcoming releases include:

- “The Marriage of Convenience: A Duchess with a Deadline”

- Author: Tachibana Tachihana
- Production Studio: Sherpa Studio
- Release Date: June 24 (Tuesday)

- “Welcome and Goodbye, My Husband”

- Author: Seri
- Production Studio: Sherpa Studio
- Release Date: August 31 (Sunday)

Additionally, several works are in active development:

- “The Night You Disappeared”

- Author: Usuki Jiki

- “I’m Okay with My Failures!”

- Author: Lu Henglin

- “I Absolutely Must Break Off This Engagement!”

- Author: Tateno Yoko

- “Please Give Me a New Husband!”

- Author: Mame Keita

Moreover, there are projects in the pipeline that include:

- “Level 1 Hunter with Infinite Titles”

- Author: Taito Crow

Comic Adaptations

Beyond SMARTOON expansions, Pikcoma Novels will also delve into comic adaptations tailored to highlight the unique qualities of individual works. Current works undergoing this transformation include:

- “The Serious Villainess Aspires to Be Exiled”

- Author: Izumi

- “The Sickly Lady’s Secret Marriage”

- Author: Lu Henglin

New Novel Serialization Project

A significant development at Pikcoma is the initiation of a new serialization project featuring original works from Pikcoma’s current authors. Among the June releases are:

- “I Shouldn’t Have Fallen for the Tyrant”

- Author: Oborozuki Aki
- Release Date: June 19 (Thursday)
- Synopsis: When Kaena, the empress, realizes she’s trapped in the world of a novel she once read, she must outsmart her tyrant husband, who intends for her to die in six months.

- “I Hope for a Compelled Marriage”

- Author: Tateno Yoko
- Release Date: June 26 (Thursday)
- Synopsis: Princess Anastasia’s peaceful life is disrupted when her husband seeks to marry a “Saint” as his concubine. As the situation escalates, she finds herself entangled with a young emperor willing to “snatch” her away.

Key Messages from the Pikcoma Novel Awards Team

The awards team emphasizes their commitment to actively consider adapting numerous works into SMARTOON to reach broader audiences. Currently, they are seeking imaginative submissions for the ongoing 3rd Pikcoma Novel Awards, which invites inspiring and original stories until July 7, 2025.

The Pikcoma Novel Awards is one of Japan's largest novel contests, offering a cash prize pool of 20 million yen. Notably, works that pass the initial screening on Pikcoma will ensure serialized publication, while the annual grand prize winner will receive an additional 10 million yen along with a guaranteed SMARTOON adaptation.

The ongoing 3rd Pikcoma Novel Awards is open for submission from July 14 to September 8, 2025, where potential prize-winning creators can showcase their literary talents. For more details, refer to the Pikcoma Novel Awards website.

New Specialized Pikcoma Novels Page

As of June 11, 2025, Pikcoma has launched a dedicated page for Pikcoma Novels, offering a range of exciting promotions and regular updates on new works, ensuring fans have easy access to the latest stories and special campaigns.

Users can look forward to exclusive events where they can read serialized works for free on update days, along with other enticing discounts including 50% off coupons for the latest chapters. Experience enthralling stories, as users can freely indulge in exciting new content starting today.

About Pikcoma

Pikcoma is an acclaimed digital manga and novel service offering countless original stories that can be read for free daily, with an app that continues to grow in popularity, crossing over 50 million downloads. With an engaging platform for both readers and creators, Pikcoma remains dedicated to delivering innovative and captivating narratives in the digital space.