[Commentary/Analysis] True Gothic Form & Black Butler: Book of Murder

In school, I quite liked the Gothic novel. I like a lot of old literature, but the Gothic is something that has always drawn me in despite my abhorrent feelings towards horror.  As a work, the Gothic is “characterized by mystery, horror, and the supernatural. Often you find haunted castles or mansions with secret passageways, grisly visions by frightened individuals, or some supernatural paraphernalia seen … Continue reading [Commentary/Analysis] True Gothic Form & Black Butler: Book of Murder

[Recommended Watch] Fall 2023 Season Must-See Is “Sousou no Frieren”

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Sousou no Frieren is a fantasy series that follows the journey of Frieren, a powerful young elf-mage who has lived for over 1,000 years. Once a member of the famed heroes’ party, she now spends her time searching for unique magic as part of her hobby. At the beginning of her journey, she has already defeated the Demon King … Continue reading [Recommended Watch] Fall 2023 Season Must-See Is “Sousou no Frieren”

[Recommended Watch] I’m in Love with the Villainess (Light Spoilers)

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Have you ever found yourself falling in love with a fictional character? Maybe it’s their captivating personality or their intriguing backstory that draws you in, or maybe it is the aesthetic image of their character designs. In the upcoming girls’ love anime, I’m in Love with the Villainess, the main character, Rei Ohashi, is given the chance to meet … Continue reading [Recommended Watch] I’m in Love with the Villainess (Light Spoilers)

Interview With Lauren Orsini

Today we have the pleasure of introducing you to Lauren Orsini, an esteemed author and anime journalist who has made a significant impact in the world of otaku culture. With her insightful writings and expertise, she has become a trusted voice for fellow otaku enthusiasts and aspiring anime bloggers alike. Lauren is the author of the blog Otaku Journalist, where she shares her experiences, observations, … Continue reading Interview With Lauren Orsini

[Trope Interest] Twin Bodyguards and Their Hunter Sister in Supernatural Works

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting For some time, I’ve been fascinated by the trope of twin bodyguards who can shapeshift from human to dog forms and their accompanying female “hunter” character. I find it interesting that this trope appears with enough frequency to be noticeable, yet it lacks a specific name, unlike “Single-Mind Twins” or “Tag Team Twins.” There are several examples of this … Continue reading [Trope Interest] Twin Bodyguards and Their Hunter Sister in Supernatural Works

Update: “Why ‘Wakaba Flourishing’ is a Masterful Episode” is now a video!

Writer & Social Media Editor, Beata Garrett (going by Shen on YouTube), has started a YouTube channel, and one of their first few videos is on “Why ‘Wakaba Flourishing’ is a Masterful Episode.” Shen is a phenomenal writer and we are excited to support their growth! Please check them out and be sure to give a like + subscribe! Continue reading Update: “Why ‘Wakaba Flourishing’ is a Masterful Episode” is now a video!

BIG NEWS! Interview with Lauren Orsini

On Monday, September 18th, we’ll be posting a new video and blog post of our Interview with Lauren Orsini @laureninspace, creator of otakujournalist.com and author of “Otaku Journalism” and “Build Your Anime Blog” – Come watch or read to learn more about this fantastic writer and how YOU can get a free copy of her book! – If you enjoyed this post, please consider buying us … Continue reading BIG NEWS! Interview with Lauren Orsini

[Concept Review] Learning Japanese Through Anime?

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting I don’t know about everyone else, but I’ve been pretty consistently on TikTok for the last few months. I enjoy consuming the content, particularly content regarding updates about anime and what is going on in the larger anime/manga fan community. Recently the app has been recommending a lot of “learn Japanese through anime” videos on my For You Page, … Continue reading [Concept Review] Learning Japanese Through Anime?