Motoko Arai
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Motoko Arai is a Japanese science fiction and fantasy writer. Her first novel received an award in 1977 when she was in high school. In 1981 and 1982 she received the Seiun Award
for short fiction. She graduated from Rikkyo University
in 1983. Her works have also been filmed.
Arai is on the selection committee for the annual Super Dash Novel Rookie of the Year Award
.
Seiun Award
The is a Japanese science fiction award for the best science fiction published in Japan during the preceding year, as voted by attendees of the Japan Science Fiction Convention. "Seiun" is the Japanese word for "nebula", but the award is not related to the American Nebula Award. It was named after...
for short fiction. She graduated from Rikkyo University
Rikkyo University
, also known as Saint Paul's University, is a private university, based on Christian precepts, in Ikebukuro, Tokyo. There is a suburban campus in Niiza in nearby Saitama.It is known for its liberal climate symbolized by the motto -History:...
in 1983. Her works have also been filmed.
Arai is on the selection committee for the annual Super Dash Novel Rookie of the Year Award
Super Dash Novel Rookie of the Year Award
The is an annual award given by Shueisha's Super Dash Bunko imprint for the best new light novel of the year. The award was first presented in 2001. Submissions are accepted until October 25 each year, and announced on April 25 of the following year....
.