Hello readers! It’s been a week, hasn’t it? From current political events in the United States to people arguing about punching Nazis (correct answer: always okay), headlines have not been dull. When the titan is a nazi, an Attack on Titan is always okay. Early last week, Deadline reported that Warner Brothers was negotiating for the…
Previously on Comics: Anticipated Adaptations and Fighting Stigmas
Hi readers! Welcome to the first Previously On Comics of 2017! I hope you had a lovely and restful holiday season. Alas, comics news never rests so let’s get started. Are you an Attack on Titan fan who’s been dying for the second season of the anime? I completely understand. Three years is a long…
Relationships on Ice: A Look at the Unexpected Tropes in Yuri!!! On ICE
Unless you’ve been living in a cave for the past few years—and given the state of the world, I can’t fault you for the impulse—you’ve probably noticed the predominance of sports series in the anime and manga world. And if you’ve been paying attention to the genre recently, you might have heard of a little…
Previously On Comics: New Franchise Adaptations and Additions
Hi readers! Welcome to the first full week of December. December?! Where did 2016 go? Other than a dumpster where it promptly was set on fire, I mean. Despite current events, however, we are seeing some bright spots in the comics world so let’s take a look at the latest news. Magical girl fans, rejoice!…
Previously on Comics: Creators React to the U.S. Election
Hello, readers! It’s been…a week. A very stressful one for many people, myself included. It’s amazing how one day can change everything and make you yearn for the days when the latest comics world garbage fire was your biggest concern. To no one’s surprise, the U.S. election has been leaving its mark on comics. Champions…
Previously on Comics: The Manga Market Continues to Grow
Hello, everyone! It’s a new week, which means it’s time to catch up on what’s happening in the world of comics. At NYCC, ICv2 presented an overview of the current comicbook market, complete with scenarios that could lead to its growth or collapse. Given that I remember when the North American manga market collapsed in…
Previously on Comics: Using Comics to Increase Money, Awareness, and Cultural Exchange
Hi everyone! Hope you had a good weekend. Here in the Mid-Atlantic, I’m feeling the first bite of autumn. Are you ready for cooler temperatures? No matter the answer, it is perfect comics reading weather. So let’s get caught up on recent headlines! The world has been a scary place lately and we often use…
Previously on Comics: Another Big 3 Manga Bids Adieu
Hello readers! How was your weekend? Have you been binging on the Olympics like I’ve been? If you have, it’s time to take a break and check out the week in comics headlines. I thought this day would never come, but it has apparently arrived. Bleach is ending at the end of August. It looks…
Previously On Comics: A Political Figure Becomes a Supervillain
Happy Monday! It’s the start of a new week. New beginnings, new possibilities, new hope. I can only wish that the next few days are better all-around for everyone. Fingers crossed. Speaking of current events, 2016 is shaping up to be one of the most contentious election years in United States history. I’m sure my…
Previously On Comics: Supergirl Finds Her Superman and a Manga Partnership Splits
Hi everyone! Hope you had a great weekend. Today marks the start of a new week and here on WWAC, the launch of a new column! Welcome to Previously On…Comics, which rounds up news from all corners of the comics world. Yes, we’re retiring our other comics news columns, because comics are comics, no matter…
Shinbun Saturday: Tokyo Uses Mangaka to Promote the 2020 Paralympics
Hi everyone! Vernieda here with another edition of Shinbun Saturday, bringing you this week’s highlights in manga news. The weather here in the Mid-Atlantic has been teasing us with brief glimpses of the sun, providing a timely reminder that it’s supposed to be spring and that summer is only a month away! And you know…
Shinbun Saturday: Attack on Titan Hits Italy
Hi everyone! This is Vernieda, checking in from the U.S. Mid-Atlantic, which seems to have misplaced the sun. What does it look like? I’m not sure I remember! While the dreary days certainly sap energy levels, they are perfect for curling up with a manga. So let’s take a look at what’s been happening in…