Deb Aoki

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http://www.mangasplaining.com

Deb Aoki is the co-publisher and co-founder of K-Comics Beat. Besides writing about webtoons and K-comics, she also covers manga for Comics Beat and Publishers Weekly, in addition to being ¼ of the weekly podcast Mangasplaining (www.mangasplaining.com), a show that introduces Japanese comics in English to new readers with co-hosts Chip Zdarsky, Christopher Butcher and David Brothers.

KATSEYE’s Lara comes out as queer in Weverse post

Hayame Kawachi - March 25, 2025

KATSEYE’s Lara comes out as queer on Weverse, sparking celebration among fans and breaking new ground in K-pop.

TO BE HERO X drops April 6 premiere and main PV

Hilary Leung - March 24, 2025

"To Be Hero X," the donghua that captivated fans with its use of 2D and 3D animation, drops on April 6 with Crunchyroll streaming.

UNDER THE OAK TREE season 4 finale sneak peek + exclusive GEM giveaway

Hilary Leung - March 22, 2025

"Under the Oak Tree," S4 finale arrives on March 22! Get ready for heart-pounding drama and a cliffhanger fans won’t forget.

Magic From The Margins: LOVESPELLS is a slow burn lesbian romance that will surely charm you

Tonya Pennington - March 21, 2025

In Magic From The Margins, Latonya “Penn” Pennington explores sci-fi fantasy webtoons and Tapas comics by marginalized creators. For the tenth entry, they’re checking out Lovespells. Lovespells Creator:...

Review: HELENA AND MR. BIG BAD WOLF, Vol. 1 delivers an emotional gut punch with heartfelt storytelling

Hayame Kawachi - March 20, 2025

"Helena and Mr. Big Bad Wolf" is a touching manhua about loss, resilience, and healing with stunning artwork.

Seven Seas licenses danmei & BL manhwa, including PAINTER OF THE NIGHT

Hilary Leung - March 19, 2025

Seven Seas announced the license acquisitions of four BL series including one danmei.