2025 JNC Original Light Novel Contest Complete Story First Round Passing Works

Dear Authors,

Please find below the list of works which have passed the first round of judging in the JNC Original Light Novel Contest in the Complete Story Category.  Results for the “Ongoing Series” category have already been announced here.

If your work is not listed that was submitted in the “Complete Story” category, thank you for your submission, but it did not make it past this round.  You may resubmit it again (or a revised edition) if we hold another competition.

If your work is listed and you have not received an email, please check your spam filters, and if you still cannot find an email please contact us at samuelp@j-novel.club from your correct email address.

We will automatically proceed with the process for the second round of judging.

Thank you,

Sam Pinansky (aka Quarkboy)

CEO of J-Novel Club

Astral Blade

Battle For Lysea - Waking The Dead

Gensekai(現世界): After Being Sent to Another World and Becoming a Legendary Hero, I'm Suddenly Brought Back to Reality Where I Must Work to Become a True Functioning Adult.

Ghost Revolver

I am the Villainess's Minion!

Karasunomiyako

Loop - the Seven Mysteries of Kanagiri Academy

My Childhood Friend Is in Love with My Mecha!

My Hero is Reluctant

Our Worlds Align

The Cat Forgot Its Tale

The Crow and The Rabbit

The Hauntings That Follow Us

The Maiden and the Fox's Curse

Twilight Falls

Villainess Warden’s Change of Heart

Will You Walk With Me?

Yesterday Offers Hope