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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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[Recommended Read] The (Overly) Competent Aide is Given A Leading Role!: Please Repent, Your Grace!

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Manhwa, the Korean term for comics or graphic novels, has gained immense popularity worldwide for its diverse genres and unique storytelling. One particular trope that often appears in manhwa is the overly competent aide to an already overly competent character who provides essential support to the main protagonist (or main love interest) often behind the scenes but making brief, … Continue reading [Recommended Read] The (Overly) Competent Aide is Given A Leading Role!: Please Repent, Your Grace!

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Anime Expo Announcement!

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!

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[Reflection] Ranting About Ben 10 – A Repost

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting This is a repost of a blog post that I published years ago on a blog that no longer exists. I admit that I am being a bit lazy here by reposting this with some edits, but I never quite got the feedback I was looking for then, and I kind of hope I can get some now. So, … Continue reading [Reflection] Ranting About Ben 10 – A Repost

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[Analysis] Loveless: Is This About Puberty or Grooming?

Source: https://myanimelist.net/store/manga_volume/5768/Loveless_Volume_1

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting

Disclaimer: MATURE CONTENT WARNING – This post contains content that we at The Anime View do not think is suitable for everyone. Possible triggers include: grooming, references to potential pedophilia. By clicking “Read more,” you understand that you may encounter such content. Viewer/reader discretion is advised.

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[Recommended Read] Go Away Romeo: A Tale of Love & Betrayal

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet stands out as a timeless favorite among his romances, enchanting readers with its tragic yet undeniably passionate tale of love. For those of you that are fans of this particular play–you may want to check out the Webtoon, Go Away Romeo.  As a quick recap for the play, it unravels the tumultuous love story between … Continue reading [Recommended Read] Go Away Romeo: A Tale of Love & Betrayal

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[Review/Analysis] Editorial Depictions & Sekaiichi Hatsukoi/Junjou Romantica

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Sekaiichi Hatsukoi (and its related series Junjou Romantica) has always been an interesting series to me because of the snippets of real-world publishing details that come into play. In fact, when I first became interested in entering a publishing career back in freshman year of college, this series was recommended to me by a close friend of mine. I … Continue reading [Review/Analysis] Editorial Depictions & Sekaiichi Hatsukoi/Junjou Romantica

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[Letter from the Editor] Scheduling Update

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

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[Genre Analysis] Mechas & Military Science Fiction Readings

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting  This maybe does not need to be stated, but just in case you didn’t know: Mecha and Military Science Fiction readings go hand in hand.  For those that don’t know what Military Science Fiction is, it is a subgenre of science fiction and works within this subgenre are “stories and settings [that] revolve around military situations, military technology, military … Continue reading [Genre Analysis] Mechas & Military Science Fiction Readings

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[Reflection] I’m Calling It, Eleanora Hillrose is #BestGirl2024

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting I’m calling it, Eleanora Hillrose from Villainess Level 99: I May Be the Hidden Boss but I’m Not the Demon Lord is #BestGirl for 2024. Spoiler warning! If you have not seen this series yet, I recommend you do before continuing because not much context will be explained here. You have been warned. Eleanora is a true gem among … Continue reading [Reflection] I’m Calling It, Eleanora Hillrose is #BestGirl2024

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