# KaryaKarsa Pte

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/karyakarsa-pte

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Jakarta, Indonesia
- Website: www.karyakarsa.com
- Total disclosed funding: $0.5M
- Latest round: Seed (Nov 15, 2021)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

KaryaKarsa Pte Ltd is a digital platform that enables authors to distribute diverse literary works, enhancing reader engagement through unique narratives that explore trauma, personal growth, and human relationships.Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia, KaryaKarsa Pte Ltd operates as a platform for literary distribution. The company has completed two deals, with the most recent on October 11, 2022. It raised USD 420,000 in Seed funding from Maxsteel Holdings and Sketchnote. Pribadi Prananta is the founder, while Ario Tamat serves as the CEO. KaryaKarsa has not undergone any notable pivots or changes in its business strategy since inception.KaryaKarsa operates as a platform for novel distribution, focusing on a diverse range of literary works that delve deeply into themes such as trauma, personal growth, and complex human relationships. The company offers various genres, including romance, drama, horror, and philosophical narratives, aimed at engaging a wide array of readers. Their platform allows creators to publish their stories while providing readers with access to unique and relatable content that often resonates with their own experiences. KaryaKarsa serves a growing customer base primarily within the Indonesian market, catering to avid readers and aspiring writers looking for a space to share their creativity. The company's innovative model facilitates direct interactions between authors and their audiences, enhancing reader engagement and community involvement.KaryaKarsa generates revenue through a transactional model involving direct purchases of literary works by consumers and subscription options for accessing premium content. Customers typically buy individual novels or subscribe for a monthly fee granting them access to a broader selection of works. The pricing structure accommodates both casual readers and dedicated literature enthusiasts, ensuring a variety of spending preferences are met. The platform showcases flagship titles that feature compelling narratives and engaging plots, further driving consumer interest and sales. KaryaKarsa’s approach fosters a direct-to-consumer relationship that emphasizes the value of original literary content and supports creators financially.In October 2022, KaryaKarsa Pte Ltd raised USD 417,000 in Seed funding to support its growth strategy. The company plans to enhance its platform with new products designed for a wider audience, aiming for a launch by mid-2023. Additionally, KaryaKarsa is targeting expansion into Southeast Asian markets, specifically Malaysia and Singapore, by late 2023. The recent funding will be utilized to develop new features on the platform, improve user experience, and execute targeted marketing campaigns to attract more users.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Nov 15, 2021, $0.5M — Accelerating Asia Ventures, Sketchnote

## Investors

- Accelerating Asia Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/accelerating-asia-ventures) — Seed
- Sketchnote — Seed