Exciting news has arrived for anime and light novel fans! Twin Engine, the acclaimed anime production company behind hits like Golden Kamuy, and Straight Edge, a dynamic publishing house, have announced the winners of their much-anticipated literary contest, “Anime de Sekai e”.
The contest sought to discover fresh and compelling storytelling talent, with a unique prize: the winning work would be guaranteed both a novel publication and an anime adaptation. This groundbreaking initiative highlights the growing synergy between written storytelling and anime production, offering creators a direct path from page to screen.
The Winning Work: Watashi no Ofuru de Waruin dakedo to Okaa-sama (Heroine) ni Torimaki o Oshitsukerare, Totsuida Henkyou demo Yome Atsukai Saremasen ga, Okage de Jiyuu ni Ikiraremasu!
Emerging victorious from a pool of talented entrants, the winning light novel is a captivating story authored by Puri. With its unique title, Watashi no Ofuru de Waruin dakedo to Okaa-sama (Heroine) ni Torimaki o Oshitsukerare, Totsuida Henkyou demo Yome Atsukai Saremasen ga, Okage de Jiyuu ni Ikiraremasu!, the work blends intriguing narrative elements and memorable characters, promising a fresh experience for readers and anime viewers alike.
Thanks to this contest, Puri’s work will not only be published as a light novel but will also receive an anime adaptation, offering fans a chance to see the story come alive on screen.
What This Means for the Industry
The “Anime de Sekai e” contest reflects a growing trend of collaborative projects that bridge literary and anime mediums, nurturing new talent and expanding opportunities for storytellers. By providing a direct pipeline from literary creation to anime production, Twin Engine and Straight Edge are helping shape the future of anime storytelling.
Fans can look forward to discovering new narratives and witnessing fresh voices in the anime scene, thanks to initiatives like this.
Stay Tuned!
As production gears up, keep an eye out for updates on the release dates for both the novel and the anime adaptation of Watashi no Ofuru de Waruin dakedo to Okaa-sama (Heroine) ni Torimaki o Oshitsukerare, Totsuida Henkyou demo Yome Atsukai Saremasen ga, Okage de Jiyuu ni Ikiraremasu! We can’t wait to see how this story unfolds on the page and screen.
