Do you enjoy novels? I enjoy both reading and writing novels. However, in this era of diverse media, the popularity of novels seems to be declining compared to the past. Therefore, regarding the future of novel popularity, I have the following thoughts. In a world dominated by video content and short-form formats today, the question "Can novels really survive?" is frequently raised. However, the popularity of novels is not fading; rather, it is in the process of gaining even more powerful vitality by combining with new media. 1. The Transition from Text to IP In the modern literary market, novels are being treated as the original source for all content, going beyond mere reading material. Popular web novels and paper books are expanding into webtoons, dramas, movies, and games. To minimize risk, producers choose novels as their top priority source material, as their narrative completeness and entertainment value have already been verified by readers. Therefore, their popular...