We are looking for new works. 

We accept inquiries directly or via an agent. Our emphasis is on visual storytelling that is both thought-provoking and entertaining. We are looking for original manga, graphic novels, and manuscripts. We accept completed works and proposals. 

We are looking for original works in the following genres: 

  • Slice of Life
  • Horror
  • Sci-fi
  • Fantasy
  • Adventure

Please note: Presently we accept submissions in English, French, German, Norwegian, Danish, Japanese and Korean. All submissions must be original, unpublished works. We do not accept fan fiction. 

Digital query letters, proposals, and manuscripts can be sent to: submissions@okunosekai.com or physical copies can be mailed to 1700 Market Street Suite 1005 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103.

For digital, please send large files as download links only. We accept links from One Drive, Google Drive, and Drop Box. Please do not send videos. In Addition, please be sure to number the pages in a clear concise manner, failure to do so will result in rejection of your submission and any physical media returned via the United States Postal Service. Your submission must include the following:

  • Cover letter containing the submission type, genre, and a brief description of the project. 
  • A list of all contributors, including their roles and contact information
  • At least 2-page samples of the project
  • A full manuscript, if completed.
  • Submissions must be in English, double-spaced with 1-inch margins in 12-point type.
  • Please number the pages
  • Estimated date of completion.

Magazine Submissions

We are accepting submissions for our quarterly magazine. We focus on reviews, events, latest news, interviews, and specials. Furthermore, we are looking for original content that is completed. 

All submissions must include the following: 

  • A cover letter with a brief description of the piece, including the type of submission.
  • A brief bio with your name and social media accounts included.
  • All necessary credits and permissions

Please review our guidelines for content type prior to submitting your article:

Reviews: 

  • Must be a minimum of 300 words
  • Must include a brief about the product or location you’re reviewing
  • For consumable reviews: please describe the taste and texture. (please read our guide to a good review)
  • For location reviews: please describe the atmosphere

Interviews: 

  • Please read the guide to writing a good interview
  • Must be minimum of 600 words
  • Must include social media accounts for the subject of your interview

Events:

  • Please include event name, hosts, and location
  • Please include photographs, event website, and attendance cost
  • Minimum 200 words. Maximum 600 words. 

Please read our writing guides available here.

All submissions for our blog follow the same guidelines.

Important: Submissions will be judged based on quality of work. All submissions are guaranteed to be reviewed, however not every submission is guaranteed a spot in our catalog and to receive an ISBN. If we accept or reject your submission for any reason, you will be notified in writing and any physical media in our possession that is your intellectual property will be returned to you. Please allow between 7-10 business days to hear back from us!

Prohibited Content

We do not publish content that promotes violence, hate or bigotry.

As an author…

We sign a nonexclusive contract with authors. That leaves authors free to pursue other projects with a different publishing company. However, we do stipulate that the title named in the contract will be covered exclusively by us.

If you would like assistance publishing with other companies, we can help you with resources and tips.

We have a flat rate royalty percentage of 40% of book sales. Payments are sent in accordance to need; most authors are set on a monthly, quarterly or yearly basis. We also offer amount thresholds.

All authors will receive an author box that includes copies of their book, a company t-shirt and other goodies. This box is free to the author.

Author boxes for events are not free. Pricing is discussed according to the event and location.

Every author receives a free website, branding kit and media kit upon request. All websites will include a brief author biography, list of published works, and list of social media accounts. Optional features are a blog and donation button.

Authors are expected to market themselves. We recommend hiring a publicist to assist you with that. However, we do offer assistance with locating booking opportunities such as signings, events, and interviews.

Most of our assistance will be with general marketing. We promote authors on social media, television networks and streaming services. Any and all details are discussed prior to launching campaigns.

We do offer coaching to authors on marketing, public speaking, and professionalism in the industry. These sessions are booked as needed or available.

Editing is done in-house. However, we do allow authors to work with their own editors.

Authors are permitted to submit their own cover art. We do not stifle the creative spark of our people. We do stipulate that the submitted art is formatted for print.

All authors are expected to sign a Statement of Inclusion. We do not promote hate, bigotry or violence. We expect authors to abide by this requirement to work with our company.