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Manga UP! apologizes for “damaging the reputation” of sooncha, author of YANG CAN’T LIVE ALONE

Kalai Chik -
Publisher Manga UP! issued an apology for "damaging" sooncha's reputation. Yang Can't Live Alone will cease serialization on August 19th.

Building BookWalker for a Digital Audience: An Interview with Sam Pinansky

Kalai Chik -
After nearly two decades, BookWalker has now renewed its platform and is looking to reach a new global digital audience.

Sooncha’s YANG CAN’T LIVE ALONE manga to leave Manga UP!

Kalai Chik -
Rom-com manga, Yang Can't Live Alone, announced its withdrawal and cancellation of its serialization in Square Enix's Manga UP! platform.

Lezhin Comics Japan announces end of service in January 2027

Kalai Chik -
The Japanese version of Korean webtoon platform, Lezhin Comics, announced it will be shutting down in 2027 and merging into BeLtoon JP.

“Hyung,” He Said and the nuances of localization for Korean BL

Viv P. -
Publisher Publang demystifies the localization process, and focuses on words like "hyung," which seamlessly conveys emotion and personality.

SDCC ’26: Marvel & WEBTOON announce 3 original series

D. Morris -
At SDCC, Marvel announced three original series developed with WEBTOON, featuring some of its most popular characters.
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Building BookWalker for a Digital Audience: An Interview with Sam Pinansky

Kalai Chik -
After nearly two decades, BookWalker has now renewed its platform and is looking to reach a new global digital audience.

Magic Knight Rayearth and the return of female led isekai

Viv P. -
Magic Knight Rayearth's premiere brings the spotlight back on classic female-led fantasy isekai amidst uptick of villainess media.

Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Nominated in Critics Choice Award

Imani Brooks -
Demon Slayer Infinity Castle nominated at the Critics Choice Awards for Best Superhero Film.

“Hyung,” He Said and the nuances of localization for Korean BL

Viv P. -
Publisher Publang demystifies the localization process, and focuses on words like "hyung," which seamlessly conveys emotion and personality.

Movie Review: HEARTSTOPPER FOREVER is an emotional send-off for the series

K-Comics Beat -
Heartstopper Forever is as good as its three-season predecessor, a tender and sincere love story that offers strong representation.

SDCC ’26: Hasbro reveals collector-grade KPOP DEMON HUNTERS Rumi electric sword

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At SDCC, Hasbro revealed the latest addition to its line of KPop Demon Hunters roleplay items: a Rumi Sain-Geom Premium Electric Sword.
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Magic Knight Rayearth and the return of female led isekai

Viv P. -
Magic Knight Rayearth's premiere brings the spotlight back on classic female-led fantasy isekai amidst uptick of villainess media.

Movie Review: HEARTSTOPPER FOREVER is an emotional send-off for the series

K-Comics Beat -
Heartstopper Forever is as good as its three-season predecessor, a tender and sincere love story that offers strong representation.

Review: HONEY AND THE MOON delights with its colorful storytelling

Samuel Edme -
meadowdough's Honey and the Moon is still in its early stages, but it's already a delightful magical girl story.

Review: Drawing Manhwa by Yakkuk reveals the joys of gel pen drawing

Masha Zhdanova -
The author of Curveball and Splitter revealed the step-by-step process of how they ink their manhwa and illustrations... with gel pens?!

Review: TO THE LAST GRAM thoughtfully explores living with an eating disorder

Samantha Puc -
To the Last Gram digs its teeth into what it's like to live with an eating disorder and its associated effects—physical, mental, and social.

Review: ROOSTER FIGHTER is far from cock of the walk

Hannah Collins -
Despite its golden action-comedy premise, the Rooster Fighter anime doesn't lean hard enough into its strengths to succeed.
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“Hyung,” He Said and the nuances of localization for Korean BL

Viv P. -
Publisher Publang demystifies the localization process, and focuses on words like "hyung," which seamlessly conveys emotion and personality.

Ize Press announces SOLO LEVELING x OMNISCIENT READER’S VIEWPOINT NYC pop-up

Samantha Puc -
In August, coinciding with Anime NYC, Ize Press will host a limited time Solo Leveling x Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint pop-up shop.

SDCC ’26: ENHYPHEN & DARK MOON unleash vampires on San Diego

Samantha Puc -
Enhyphen and Dark Moon have announced a show floor booth, vampire fiction panel, and vampy after-hours experience at San Diego Comic-Con 2026.

Lezhin’s SPAKLZ head out on U.S. leg of 2026 world tour

Kalai Chik -
Lezhin's special project group, SPAKLZ, heads out on a world tour with stops coming up in U.S. cities such as NYC, Seattle, and Orlando.

KPop Demon Hunters x KAYOU Trading Cards

Imani Brooks -
KPop Demon Hunters and trading card company KAYOU team up in this exciting collab! Fans can pre order two card packs and partake in the fun.

Hologram speculations and more for KPop Demon Hunters world tour

Kalai Chik -
Netflix and AEG announced a global concert tour for KPop Demon Hunters. Fans can sign-up to stay ahead of further announcements.
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Manga UP! apologizes for “damaging the reputation” of sooncha, author of YANG CAN’T LIVE ALONE

Kalai Chik -
Publisher Manga UP! issued an apology for "damaging" sooncha's reputation. Yang Can't Live Alone will cease serialization on August 19th.

Lezhin Comics Japan announces end of service in January 2027

Kalai Chik -
The Japanese version of Korean webtoon platform, Lezhin Comics, announced it will be shutting down in 2027 and merging into BeLtoon JP.

Love and Deepspace Cancels Release of New Love Interest

Kalai Chik -
Chinese mobile game, Love and Deepspace, shockingly announced the cancellation of its newest love interest, Valko.
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