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Judge Jukey: Azuki
This is part two in our series of deep dives of the various English digital manga platforms that are available today. You can read part 1 about Manga…


Judge Puddi: Funimation's Web Experience
Puddi reviews what it's like to watch anime on Funimation's website. Spoiler alert: it's not good.
Episode 437, "Bill Fudge the Science Judge"
On this week's episode of The One Piece Podcast we go through One Piece Chapter 840, "The Iron Mask" with hosts Zach, Ed and Alex "The Dude" with…


How Do Judges Judge a Good Translation?
How do the judges judge a good translation? What are they looking for? What can you do to create the best translation possible?
Cardcaptor Sakura – 45 – Here Comes the Judge
In a further departure from the usual formula, there’s no set up this week, we jump right back into the action. It figures that the last Clow Card…
Episode 437, "Bill Fudge the Science Judge"
On this week's episode of The One Piece Podcast we go through One Piece Chapter 840, "The Iron Mask" with hosts Zach, Ed and Alex "The Dude" with…
Can You Judge a Book by Its Cover?
This post isn't nearly as serious as it sounds. I just want to talk about some book covers.


Should you Judge a Book by its Cover?
#books #booktube #illustration Be sure to check out the WEBTOON series Sunset Phoenix by NeverDraws via the link! (And a big thank you to the author for sponsoring…


Can You Judge a Book by Its Cover?
This post isn't nearly as serious as it sounds. I just want to talk about some book covers.


HALLOWEEN MANGA MAKE-UP 2011
Holy crap, it's time again! Halloween is upon us and like every year I wanna know... is anyone dressing up as anything horror-manga related?...


The Most F*CKED Up Manga
Hello and welcome back to another video today we will be going over a very disturbing horror manga I personally feel I can't even write the title of…
Manga Spotlight: My Dress-Up Darling
See what Rila and Riley have to say think of their newest Manga Spotlight! Stay Toon'd!
January 1991Pt. 5 Manga round-up
1991 TITLE January The Professional GOLGO 13 1 – 6 (PRINTED 1 -3) SABER TIGER (GN) GUNHED (GN) Lone Wolf and Cub (1-45)…


Judge Judy Yu-Gi-Oh! Episode Added to YouTube, Facebook
A much-memed episode of Judge Judy involving Yu-Gi-Oh! is now available for free on the well-known reality courtroom TV show’s official YouTube channel and Facebook page. The episode,…


The Manga Review: Brush Up Your Shakespeare
Earlier this week, ABLAZE announced that it will be publishing four manga by Osamu Tezuka. Two will debut this year: One Hundred Years, a story about an accountant…
October 1990 Pt. 9 Manga round-up
October's Manga overview and round-up. We still had quite a few on-going Manga comic-books and Anime based comic-books that could b...


Required Reading – Top 10 Manga Wrap-up
Those last few cuts are always the hardest. Read more
December 1990 Pt. 8 Manga round-up
We still had a few on-going Manga comic-books and Anime based comic-books that could be still found “On the racks” in December of 1990, suc...
The Anime Nostalgia Facility UK
Crying Freeman, Dirty Pair, Laughing Target, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Outlanders


The Manga Review: SDCC 2023 Round-Up
Over the last 20 years, SDCC has morphed from a comics-focused show to a pop-cultural behemoth dominated by movie studios and television stars. The ongoing SAG-AFTRA and WGA…


My Love Mix-Up! – Manga First Impression
My Love Mix-Up! was such a refreshing surprise for me. Let me share it with all of you now!


Why pick up the Tomodachi Game manga
Hey guys what is up welcome back to my blog I’m so thankful that you guys took the time out of your day to read my blog post.…
September 1990 Pt.7 Manga Round-up
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Tezuka Osamu’s Manga Works: Pop-up Exhibit
EDITION 88 will hold an exhibit for Osamu Tezuka artwork.
February 1991 Pt.5 Manga round-up
Manga round-up, US imported Manga in a comic book style (flipped and read Left to Right). More to add........
November 1990 Pt. 8 Manga round-up
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Summer 2022 Anime (and Manga) Round-Up Post
Yes, there’s yet another manga review tacked onto this anime round-up review…
The Yakuza's Guide to Babysitting, SHADOWS HOUSE, YUREI DECO


Spring 2021 Anime (and Manga) Round-Up Post
There’s a bonus manga review added onto this round-up review because I didn’t have enough to say about it to make a separate post. Yay efficiency!
Dragon Goes House-Hunting, Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, ODDTAXI, The Royal Tutor, SHADOWS HOUSE


Autumn 2021 Anime (and Manga) Round-Up Post
I wasn’t able to do any First Impression reviews at the beginning of this season as I was unexpectedly busy due to life/work circumstances, but I still managed…
Deiji Meets Girl, Restaurant to Another World, The Vampire Dies in No Time
Review: THE LIFE-CHANGING MANGA OF TIDYING UP
A month like this gives me room to talk about manga that don't really fit any theme, which itself is fitting for a manga that's all about fi...


A Look At “My Dress-Up Darling” Manga
AstroNerdBoy takes a look at the high school, romantic comedy, seinen series "My Dress-Up Darling", written by FUKUDA Shinichi-sensei.
Square Enix Launches Web Version of Manga UP!
The good folks from Square Enix have just sent us details about their Manga UP! Platform. It''s available world wide (excluding Japan) and n...
Review: THE LIFE-CHANGING MANGA OF TIDYING UP
A month like this gives me room to talk about manga that don't really fit any theme, which itself is fitting for a manga that's all about fi...


The Devil Judge: A confusing concoction of legal drama and moral questioning
Hi friends, I hope you’re all doing well! Today I wanted to chat about a K-drama I recently finished, picked a la the random number generator on my…


Burn the Witch (Volume 1) – Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover
There exists another side of London. One where dragons exist and are used within society. However, human contact is restricted as it can lead to dark dragons that…
Spiraken Movie Review Ep 77: Dredd 3D & Judge Dredd (or Drokk It!)
Oh For Grudd Sakes!, In this episode of Spiraken Movie Review, Kal returns as he and Xan compare and contrast two films based on the same source material…


The Ups and Downs of Square Enix’s Manga UP!
Here’s something I haven’t had to do in a while: try out a new manga service! Well, technically, Manga UP! isn’t new. Gaming and media company Square Enix…


My Love Mix-Up! Volume 1 & 2 Manga Review
My Love Mix-Up is a wholesome shojo rom-com by Wataru Hinekure, with art by Aruko, published in English by Shojo Beat. In this super cute series, an eraser…


My Love Mix-Up! March Manga Madness Day 13
Day 13 of #MarchMangaMadness: My Love Mix-Up! written by Wataru Hinekure and illustrated by Aruko. Published by Viz. If there is…
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 464: My Dress Up Darling
In this episode, Xan reviews a romantic comedy that surrounds the art of cosplay. How cute is it? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the…


ShuCream BL Whips Up More BL for Manga Fans
More BL manga are hitting digital shelves thanks to Japanese company ShuCream, and that requires a look in this week's Please Save My Money.


Square Enix launches Web Version of Manga Up! Platform
Square Enix on November 28th launched the web version of the global Manga UP! platform. Previously, users were only able to access Manga UP! via an app on…


First Volume Up – Jagaaaaaan Manga Volume 1: Recap and Review
Jagaaaaaan is a series from Kaneshiro Muneyuki and illustrated by Nishida Kensuke. Published by Big Comic Spirits, the series follows cop Jagasaki.
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 212: Sesuji Wo Pin! Straight Up!
In this rhythmic episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan steps it up as he reviews an unexpectedly addictive sports manga. So, enjoy as Xan reviews Sesuji wo…
My Love Mix-Up! Manga Discussion (with novelist Megan Frampton)
This episode discusses all 9 volumes of the My Love Mix-Up! manga by Wataru Hinekure and Aruko, and contains comparisons between it and the Japanese live-action adaptation.My Love…
Bleach, Fruits Basket, Fushigi Yugi: The Mysterious Play, Kimi ni Todoke: From Me to You, My Love Story!!


Live-Action One Piece Lives Up to the Amazing Manga
The sets feel lush and hand-crafted, the costumes and character designs are just as outlandish as what you'd find in the anime, and most importantly of all, the…


Jane Eyre Manga ReviewAnother literary classic retold in manga form, this time we’re eyeing up...
Another literary classic retold in manga form, this time we’re eyeing up social class, equality and crazy shit. Jane Eyre, for those of you unaware, is set in…


Pâquerette Down the Bunburrows: 2023’s Game That You Should NOT Judge by Its Cover
I bought Pâquerette Down the Bunburrows with NO intention of reviewing it, because it is supposed to be insanely difficult, which it is. However, since you can actually…


Square Enix Manga UP and Anime-Planet Announce Cross-Licensing Partnership
This morning, Square Enix announced a cross-licensing partnership with Anime-Planet