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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Where do I have to live in order to enter this competition? |
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This contest is open to legal United States residents (excluding its territories, military installations and commonwealths) and residents of Puerto Rico. |
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So, if I write in English, and live, say, in Canada... I still can't enter? |
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No, unfortunately, you can't--gomen! You can still send in a regular submission for editorial review, though. For regular submission rules and forms, see: http://www.tokyopop.com/submissions/journal |
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Are there any age restrictions for the competition? |
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No, but if you are under 18, your Parent or Legal Guardian MUST complete and sign the appropriate info on the Entry Form. The latest form is for RSOM 8 |
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I have written a manga with a couple of my friends-can we enter as a group? |
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Yes, group submissions are OK, provided that every member of the group completes and signs the Entry Form. The latest form is for RSOM 8. Also note: should your group's entry win, all members of the group share the allotted prize equally. |
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Should I use special writing instruments or paper? |
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No, these are not necessary. If you would like to use them, that's fine, too, and we have included a short list of online retailers who specialize in manga writing materials here. |
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What size paper should I use? |
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Any size is acceptable, as long as it is proportional to our standard page size of 5" x 7-7/16". Many artists like to work at double the printed page size, on 11" x 15.875" paper. Choose whatever size shows off your work to its best advantage. See our Mechanical Specifications Guide for more details. However, your submission needs to be a photocopy on 8-1/2" X 11" paper. |
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Can I submit a really cool cover, too? |
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Not unless we specifically ask you to submit one. All we require are a completed and signed Entry Form; a title page listing the title of the work, your name (or names, in the case of a group entry), and the number of pages in your submission; and the actual 15-20 pages of manga that you are submitting, with your name(s), telephone number(s) and manga title on the front of each page. |
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OK, I can't send in a cover... what SHOULD I send in its place? |
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Send a title page containing your name(s), the title of the manga you are submitting, and the total number of pages in your manga entry. |
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How long can my story be? |
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It must be at least 15 pages long, and no longer than 20 pages. |
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Can I submit my manga in color? |
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No, it must be in black and white. |
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Will you return my manga to me at the end of the competition? |
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Submitted work will NOT be returned to you. We therefore require that you send to us the best-quality photocopy possible of your manga. |
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Will I be penalized if send in a photocopy, or if I don't use fancy instruments? |
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Not at all. We require that you send photocopies, and we do not care what materials you use to produce your manga-as long as it's legible and looks good. |
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Can I submit manga that has art on both sides of the page? |
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NO. Manga art must appear only on one side of each page. No double-sided entries will be considered. Plus, remember: you must include your name(s), phone number(s) and manga title on the front of each submitted page. |
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Am I supposed to put anything on the backside of my submitted manga pages? |
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No. The following information, however, should appear on the front of each one of your manga pages: Your name (or names, if you're submitting as a group), phone number(s), and the title of the manga you're submitting. |
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Can I get more technical data for things like computer file specifications, bleeds and trim sizes? |
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Yep, by accessing our Mechanical Specifications Guide. |
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