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[Event Review] Queen City Anime Convention 2024 – Attendee Experience

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Last weekend (16-18 August 2024), I attended the Queen City Anime Convention in Charlotte, NC. I had never been to this event before, though I had heard about it from vendors at a few events in the past year. Having been provided mixed reviews, I took it upon myself to go check it out and the result is… well, … Continue reading [Event Review] Queen City Anime Convention 2024 – Attendee Experience

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Reviews / Recommendations / Critiques

[Review] Under the Oak Tree (Advance Reader Copy)

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Anime Expo this year was amazing, as I discussed already in an early post! While there, I stopped by one of the booths at the exhibit hall where—for some reason—an employee gifted me an ARC of the print comic Under the Oak Tree set to release in early September of this year. For those not familiar, an ARC, or … Continue reading [Review] Under the Oak Tree (Advance Reader Copy)

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[Commentary] Media Literacy & Iizo Zine, Issue 01

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting To be honest with you all, I really enjoy zines. If our blog ever gets to the point where our team decides to get a booth at a convention, I’d likely create and print a zine to distribute at the event. They’re fun and easy to make, and just something I enjoy reading. A zine, in case you do … Continue reading [Commentary] Media Literacy & Iizo Zine, Issue 01

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Scheduling Update 2024 Amendment

Hello, Everyone! In our last scheduling update, I mentioned switching to a bi-weekly schedule. However, on a personal note, I have some updates to share that may mean I no longer need to switch to a bi-weekly schedule. In our last announcement, linked here, I noted that I had been accepted to the University of Oregon (UO) for Fall 2024. It was, as of last … Continue reading Scheduling Update 2024 Amendment

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Interview with Ottermelon & PapaParfum!

Today, we have the pleasure of interviewing with the creative minds behind Ottermelon and PapaParfum. Joining me today are the wonderfully talented artists Megan and Mitchel, who have carved out a captivating space within the North American anime community. Their work is renowned for a charming art style that beautifully blends nostalgia with sweetness, drawing inspiration from beloved classics like Ouran High School Host Club … Continue reading Interview with Ottermelon & PapaParfum!

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BIG NEWS! Interview with Ottermelon & PapaParfum!

On Saturday, August 3rd, we’ll be posting a new video and blog post of our Interview with the creators behind Ottermelon & PapaParfum, Megan and Mitchel – Come watch or read to learn more about these fantastic vendors making appearances in artist alleys across the US. In this episode, discover how you can start selling at conventions or even transition from a side-hustle to a … Continue reading BIG NEWS! Interview with Ottermelon & PapaParfum!

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Reflections / Analyses / Theories

[Concept Analysis] Knighthood: It’s Complicated – A Broad Overview of Knights

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting A while ago I analyzed the concept of a mage defined within the work The Return of the 8th Class Mage. In that post, I briefly talked about the differences between a Mage and a Knight, and I’ve been thinking about it ever since while also continuing to read a lot of manga, manhwa, manhua, and comics within the … Continue reading [Concept Analysis] Knighthood: It’s Complicated – A Broad Overview of Knights

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[Event Review] Anime Expo 2024 Presenting and Attending

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Hello, Everyone! You know, almost every year I say that this will probably be my last Anime Expo because it’s just become so big and so complicated, but this year I think I’ve committed to coming back. If any of you saw our announcement on June 29th, I was set to present 4 times during AX this year (and … Continue reading [Event Review] Anime Expo 2024 Presenting and Attending

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[Analysis] xxxHolic & Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Spoilers)

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting “Nothing in this world is a coincidence. Everything is Hitsuzen.” ― CLAMP, xxxHolic, Vol. 1 (Hitsuzen meaning inevitability, fate, or destiny as being the driving force of the universe.) Editorial Note: I am forewarning you now. If you have not seen the movie yet or only vaguely remember it, this post will probably not make sense. Please watch the … Continue reading [Analysis] xxxHolic & Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Spoilers)

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