<indent × DPN Books> DPN Books, behind popular comics adapted into dramas, opens permanent submission portal for original works through 'Nola' with two new comic labels!

indent Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yuki Kamagata, hereinafter referred to as "indent"), which provides the creative platform "Nola" (※1) connecting over 700,000 creators with companies, announced that DPN Books, operated by DPN Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Satoshi Takahashi, hereinafter referred to as "DPN"), will begin accepting original works for comic adaptation through its adventure fantasy label <Comic Eneblaze> and its isekai romance label <Comic Curtechic>.

Nola's "Editorial Department Bulletin Board" feature, which serves as a place for creators to directly submit their works to editorial departments and for editorial departments to foster a system for continuous discovery of original works, will be introduced to facilitate ongoing encounters with creative works.

Click here for the "Editorial Department Bulletin Board" pages:

<Comic Eneblaze Editorial Department>: https://story.nola-novel.com/company/eneblaze

<Comic Curtechic Editorial Department>: https://story.nola-novel.com/company/curtechic

◉Comment from the DPN Books Editorial Department

We feel that "Nola," operated by indent, provides an environment that supports creators' endeavors, attracting individuals who are sincerely dedicated to storytelling. Through the "Editorial Department Bulletin Board," we look forward to discovering compelling works that capture readers' hearts and collaborating to create the next hit titles together!

◉Background of the Initiative

indent aims to "create an environment where creators who produce original works can focus on their craft" and "build a cycle of IP creation through encounters between companies and new talent." Currently, we provide one-stop support for original work recruitment, discovery, and production to over 60 domestic and international labels seeking new IP development and joint production with media mix potential, including manga, webtoons, and anime.

This time, indent will support the discovery of original works for comic adaptation by <Comic Eneblaze Editorial Department> and <Comic Curtechic Editorial Department>, newly launched by DPN Books, the creators behind popular, drama-adapted comics such as "Watashi tte Sabasaba suru kara" and "Oshi ga Joushi ni Narimashite." By combining DPN Books' investment strategy, which handles numerous hit titles, with Nola's foundation of over 700,000 creators and over 3 million total works, we aim to produce the next generation of hit comics.

Moving forward, indent will continue to contribute to the further development and revitalization of Japan's entertainment and creative industries through its agent business, which connects creators and companies, under the key message: "Maximize the potential of the content industry and produce works that fascinate the world."

◉Works Sought by <Comic Eneblaze Editorial Department>

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・Genre: Isekai Battle Fantasy

Fantasy works set in a Western-style fantasy world, including themes of overwhelming power, upward mobility, and satisfying developments.

We are looking for stories where the protagonist's talent blossoms and they grow, and where sub-characters are also unique and appealing.

Even stories with everyday or slow-life elements are welcome if they include battles, conflicts, or tense developments.

・Editorial Department Checkpoints

1 "Engage readers in the story's world within the first 4 chapters."

It is important to capture readers' interest in the first chapter by clearly presenting the "worldview of the work" and the "expectation of the protagonist's overwhelming power." By chapter 4, it is ideal if the story design allows for satisfying developments and anticipation of the villain's downfall.

2 "Appealing characters and easy-to-understand abilities."

We prioritize likability as a protagonist in a classic fantasy. A character with charm and personality that appeals to a wide range of users will make the work more beloved. Sub-characters are also important for having the individuality and charm to enhance the story.

It is even better if the protagonist's abilities (skills) are intuitively easy to understand for readers, and possess ingenuity and potential for development. Differentiating factors in skills also contribute to the work's appeal.

3 "A hook that makes readers want to read the next chapter."

In digital comic apps, where a pay-per-chapter model is common, works with strong hooks at the end of each chapter are in demand. It is good to have developments that make readers want to continue, and to draw with a clear intention of what emotions you want to evoke in the reader.

◉Works Sought by <Comic Curtechic Editorial Department>

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・Genre: Romance Fantasy

We are seeking romance works with themes of doting love, villainous daughters, and revenge, set in Western or Japanese-style fantasy worlds.

We idealize a protagonist who has inner strength and forward-thinking determination, with their own beliefs and judgment, while also possessing relatable weaknesses and struggles that readers can empathize with.

Works depicting growth and upward mobility from disadvantaged situations are also highly welcome.

・Editorial Department Checkpoints

1 "Themes and settings that pique readers' interest."

We welcome works with themes and settings that are built on classic elements to reach a wide audience and pique their interest, while also incorporating novelty that differentiates them from other works.

2 "Structure and hooks in each chapter."

It is important that each chapter has a clear structure with variations in pacing and a strong hook that makes readers curious about what comes next.

3 "Likability of characters (heroine/hero)."

We seek characters with high likability, whose motivations and emotional changes are carefully depicted with concrete episodes, allowing readers to empathize with them.

<Recruitment Information: Actively hiring to expand opportunities for creators!>

Through the development and operation of the creative platform "Nola," indent supports creators' endeavors while working to build a system for their works to reach a wider audience.

We are strengthening recruitment across a broad range of areas, including editing for novels, manga, and webtoons, production of original IPs with domestic and international companies, customer success, and HR departments that support the organization.

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<To Creators: We are continuously accepting submissions from those aiming for commercial debut!>

At indent, we support creators' commercialization through systems such as "Nola Agent," "Editorial Department Bulletin Board," and "Contests and Campaigns." In addition to providing an enjoyable creative environment on the creative platform "Nola," we strive to be an agent that walks alongside creators to expand their paths to professional debut and commercial activities.

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<To Companies: We are continuously seeking companies aiming for IP creation!>

indent aims to "create an environment where creators who produce original works can focus on their craft" and "build a cycle of IP creation through encounters between companies and new talent." We are continuously accepting consultations from companies seeking new IP development and joint production with media mix potential, including manga, webtoons, and anime.

With indent's "Nola Agent" function, we can scout collaborative works, including unpublished ones, based on a foundation of up to 3 million original works created by 700,000 creators. Furthermore, by holding events such as the "Editorial Department Bulletin Board" and "Original Work Recruitment Contests," we provide one-stop support from original work recruitment to discovery and production.

Please feel free to contact us for consultations on developing original works tailored to your company's IP strategy or for joint production.

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※1) About "Nola"

"Nola" is a creative platform for creators operated by indent. It can be used by synchronizing data on both PC and smartphones, and its features include support for structural story creation through plot and character management. We are developing it to support creators' endeavors through functions such as manuscript writing, setting material management, and plot creation.

● Nola Service HP: https://nola-novel.com/

● App Store: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/id1468307521

● Google Play:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nola.app&hl=ja&gl=US

About indent Co., Ltd.

Company Name: indent Co., Ltd. (https://indent.co.jp/)

Headquarters: Kanda Misaki-cho Building 4F, 3-6-12 Kanda Misaki-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Established: October 8, 2019

Representative: Yuki Kamagata

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