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Introduction to Shojo Manga
With profiles of popular series including magical Sailor Moon to sexy and sophisticated Nana, our introduction takes a look inside the romantic, stylish and humorous world of shojo manga and explains why comics aren't just a guy thing anymore.

Introduction to Shonen Manga
Geared for teen and young adult males, shonen manga, such as Naruto, Bleach and One Piece capture readers' attention with their exciting stories and dynamic characters. About.com's Manga Guide explains what shonen manga is, and provides a list of recommended reads that will give you a taste for adventure, shonen manga-style.

Seinen Manga
Definition of seinen manga or Japanese comics for men, plus examples of seinen manga.

Josei Manga
What do you read when those doe-eyed magical girls of shojo manga just doesn't interest you anymore? Many twenty and thirty-somethings turn to josei manga or Japanese comics for women for romance, humor and drama from a redicomi (ladies' comics) point of view.

Introduction to Original English Language Manga
Inspired by Japanese manga but created by American, European or Canadian creators, original English language manga or OEL manga is staking its claim to its place the world of comics and mainstream publishing. Our overview introduces you to this emerging and fast-growing segment of the graphic novels world.

Yaoi Manga
Jeanne Johnson explains the what, hows and whys of yaoi or boys love comics at YaoiCon.com.

5 Cooking Manga Good Enough to Eat
From the land of Iron Chef comes cooking manga -- Japanese comics about the thrills and spills (mostly spills) that happens when you turn baking, frying and slicing into a competitive sport, and turn the kitchen into a backdrop for romance, comedy and intrigue.

Horror Manga: 13 Creepy Comics and Gruesome Graphic Novels
From the slightly spooky tales of Muhyo and Roji's Bureau of Supernatural Investigation to the extremely disturbing Mr. Arashi's Amazing Freak Show, our list of horror manga offers a chilling array of paranormal delights, ghostly lore and gruesome gore.