Interview: Mangaka Shiten Akiyama on Creating HORIZON
HORIZON, created by Shiten Akiyama, challenges traditional manga through its blend of philosophical themes and genre shifts. The series explores…
TOKYOPOP Brings Alien Stage: The Art Book to English Readers in Stunning Hardcover Release
TOKYOPOP will publish Alien Stage: The Art Book in English on March 3. The 320-page hardcover features concept art, creator…
Every Manga in Every Language: How Orange Inc. Is Expanding Global Manga Access With emaqi
Orange Inc., led by CEO Shoko Ugaki, is rethinking manga localization through a human-first, AI-assisted approach—bringing thousands of official titles…
Magic Repo Man: Dumped by My Party, I’ll Cash In With a Cute Support Fairy to Become the Strongest! Anime Premieres in 2026
Discover the thrilling details of the Magic Repo Man anime adaptation and meet Lent and his adventurous allies in a…
Manga Mavericks Books Debuts Sci-Fi One-Shot GREAT METAL GOD | Iwakuni Kogyo
Manga Mavericks Books has announced the release of GREAT METAL GOD, a sci-fi fairy tale one-shot by Iwakuni Kogyo. Set…
Friendship Bonds Blur in “Sabae is Just a Friend, Maybe” — New Manga Hits North America
"Sabae is Just a Friend, Maybe" explores Uji and Sabae's evolving friendship amidst humor and college chaos, appealing to fans…
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