Good morning, afternoon, or evening (depending on when you’re reading this), everyone! It’s that time of year again—the time we come together to write a post outlining all our ambitious goals (only a few of which I think are actually achieved in the way we planned) before diving back into return to work preparations. Peggy’s Goals: For me, Peggy, the goals looks like me drafting … Continue reading The Anime View: Hello, 2025!
The Winter 2025 season is upon us and we’re ending 2024 with few recommendations for those watching this season in the new year. In upcoming/ongoing works to consider watching this season, I (Peggy Wood, Editor of The Anime View) recommend: Ore dake Level Up na Ken Season 2: Arise from the Shadow / Solo Leveling Season 2: Arise from the Shadow It’s no surprise that I … Continue reading Winter 2025: My Anime Watchlist
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
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
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
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!
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!
If you are interested in seeing Peggy (me) speak at AX, you can come see me at these panels: Panel Title: “Keynote: Researching Anime – An Introduction to Anime and Manga Studies” (speaking in the second half of the hour)Date/Time of panel: July 4, from 10:00am-11:00amPanel Room: 411 Panel Title: “Anime Blogging Basics with The Anime View”Date/Time of panel: July 4, from 11:30am-12:20pmPanel Room: 408AB … Continue reading Anime Expo Announcement!
Dear Readers, I hope this post finds you well and thriving in your respective journeys. Today, I come bearing some great/bad news that marks a significant shift in our usual routine here on the blog. I, Peggy, am thrilled to announce that I’ve been accepted into another graduate program! I’ll be pursuing a second MA in Asian Studies starting this Fall. The opportunity to immerse … Continue reading [Letter from the Editor] Scheduling Update
