The King of Novels
Season 1
A prize winning novelist is experiencing a writer's slump and has a mind block. He is doubting himself at this stage and is ready to throw in the towel. This is when encounters with his editor-cum-friend and a fan of his work makes an impact. Will he come out of the slump and be active again?
Where to Watch The King of Novels • Season 1
10 Episodes
- PartnersE1
PartnersToyotaka Yoshida is a novelist. He was the winner of a big writing prize in his past, but he has been in a slump since then. Toyotaka Yoshida feels the limit of his writing ability and is thinking about quitting. Around this time, he meets his Shuntaro Koyanagi who is his friend and editor and Haruka Sakura who is a fan. - JealousyE2
JealousyYoshida and Koyanagi work on a proposal for a new serialized novel. However, since Yoshida isn't famous, the editor-in-chief turns it down without hesitation. Koyanagi tried to act nonchalant but that causes Yoshida to misunderstand his real intention. Thus, Koyanagi proves his true intention and friendship when he begs Mr. Uchiyama to write again. - DeterminationE3
DeterminationMr. Uchiyama would write only if Koyanagi can find a theme that Yoshida truly resonates with. As Koyanagi spends more time at work, his relationship with his son is strained which makes him realize the theme Yoshida must write about. It now comes down to whether both friends have the determination to work on the chosen theme. - Dad and SonE4
Dad and SonKoyanagi figures out the best theme for Yoshida. However, Yoshida can't face his painful past of being abandoned by his own dad. Koyanagi's son turns to Yoshida when his parents argued. Having spent time with Shizuka, Yoshida realizes he should express his feelings for his dad in written words. - ConfessionE5
ConfessionKoyanagi works with Mr. Uchiyama while assisting Yoshida. Both novelists figure out their main plots. But Yoshida grows jealous of Nonomiya when he spots Haruko complimenting his work. Yoshida realizes his feelings for Haruko and confesses after she reads his revised work. Koyanagi returns home to find his wife and son gone. - FriendshipE6
FriendshipKoyanagi refuses to give up despite his issues with his family but he's having second thoughts about staying in Kagura Publications as well. Yoshida realizes how much Koyanagi has sacrificed to realize their dreams. He starts to revise his novel to perfection. Both friends reached out to each other for support. Just when their hard work is acknowledged, bad news strikes again. - LoversE7
LoversHaruko finds herself pregnant and asks Yoshida to marry her. However, as Kagura Publication ceases publication, Yoshida is uncertain of his own future and turns her down. Despite the setback, Koyanagi seeks an alternative opportunity to publish Yoshida's novel on Strawberry Fields, an online company.
