Book and Manga Magazine Reviews
See recent book reviews of books about manga, how to draw manga, cosplay and otaku culture. Book topics include the history of manga, art books, travel guides, commentary and how-to books.
Bat Manga! The Secret History of Batman in Japan - Review
When the Batman TV show started airing on Japanese airwaves, manga-ka Jiro Kuwata was commissioned to create original Batman shonen manga stories. Now collectors Kidd and Ferris have unearthed these long forgotten cross-cultural comics for a retro-treat for comics and manga fans alike.
When the Batman TV show started airing on Japanese airwaves, manga-ka Jiro Kuwata was commissioned to create original Batman shonen manga stories. Now collectors Kidd and Ferris have unearthed these long forgotten cross-cultural comics for a retro-treat for comics and manga fans alike.
Yen Plus August 2008 - Review
Read a review of the August 2008 / first issue of Yen Plus, a manga and manhwa anthology magazine from Yen Press, featuring James Patterson's Maximum Ride, Nightschool and Soul Eater.
Read a review of the August 2008 / first issue of Yen Plus, a manga and manhwa anthology magazine from Yen Press, featuring James Patterson's Maximum Ride, Nightschool and Soul Eater.
Chibikuro Party - Review
When Madame Moon gives shadows a night of freedom to dance and frolic at the Chibikuro Party, a demon shadow tries to tempt the shadows away from their companions forever. Now it's up to Dayan and friends to save the day.
When Madame Moon gives shadows a night of freedom to dance and frolic at the Chibikuro Party, a demon shadow tries to tempt the shadows away from their companions forever. Now it's up to Dayan and friends to save the day.
Dayan's Birthday - Review
Dayan is a mischievous little cat who finds out that he doesn't know his birthday, much less what a birthday is. He enlists the help of a trio of witches who help him out, but he doesn't realize what they expect from him in return.
Dayan is a mischievous little cat who finds out that he doesn't know his birthday, much less what a birthday is. He enlists the help of a trio of witches who help him out, but he doesn't realize what they expect from him in return.
Japan Ai: A Tall Girl's Adventures in Japan - Review
Part comic sketch book, part travel diary and part Japanese pop culture manual, Japan Ai is Steinberger's love letter to the land of cosplay, anime, geishas and Pocky.
Part comic sketch book, part travel diary and part Japanese pop culture manual, Japan Ai is Steinberger's love letter to the land of cosplay, anime, geishas and Pocky.
Astro Boy Essays - Book Review
In his latest book, "The Astro Boy Essays," Frederick Schodt examines manga and anime character Astro Boy (Tetsuwan Atom), the life and personality of his creator, Osamu Tezuka, and the robot boy's influence on the development of robotics, from science fiction to science reality. Our review discusses the strengths and shortcomings of this thoughtful essay on Japanese pop culture.
In his latest book, "The Astro Boy Essays," Frederick Schodt examines manga and anime character Astro Boy (Tetsuwan Atom), the life and personality of his creator, Osamu Tezuka, and the robot boy's influence on the development of robotics, from science fiction to science reality. Our review discusses the strengths and shortcomings of this thoughtful essay on Japanese pop culture.
Art of Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind - Book Review
Featuring full-color illustrations and watercolors sketches, The Art of Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind gives anime fans a behind-the-scenes peek at this master storyteller's fantasy epic, and his creative process. Read a review of this anime art book from VIZ Media.
Featuring full-color illustrations and watercolors sketches, The Art of Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind gives anime fans a behind-the-scenes peek at this master storyteller's fantasy epic, and his creative process. Read a review of this anime art book from VIZ Media.