Manga

GlobalComix partners with Seven Seas to offer manga, manhwa & manhua

GlobalComix and Seven Seas Entertainment to expand the former's digital library of manga, manhwa, and manhua titles.

Samantha Puc - February 18, 2026

The heated appeal of the gay sports romance

Gay sports romance stories like the smash-hit series Heated Rivalry have a long history in manga, anime, and fan-made works.

Hannah Collins - February 3, 2026

New details on BOOK☆WALKER Global’s new platform launching in February

The digital manga and light novel service will now have a brand-new reading experience, enhanced content protection, and a streamlined interface designed specifically for international readers.

January 27, 2026

Kakao Entertainment’s P.CoK is behind BATO’s takedown

Kakao Entertainment's anti-piracy task force tracked down BATO's founder and core developer, and is moving forward with legal proceedings.

January 26, 2026

Manga piracy site BATO and its Discord server go under

Piracy manga website, Bato, became inaccessible on Sunday along with its Discord server and associated mirror sites.

January 19, 2026

Yen Audio announces audiobook adaptation of THE SUMMER HIKARU DIED

Kalai Chik - January 16, 2026

Yen Press has announced the audiobook adaptation for the manga The Summer Hikaru Died, releasing in July 2026.

K-Comics Beat’s Best Manga & Manhwa of 2025

K-Comics Beat - December 12, 2025

The K-Comics Beat team has come together to compile its inaugural list of the best manga and manhwa of 2025.

BOOK☆WALKER Global announces 2026 platform overhaul to enhance user experience

Samantha Puc - December 9, 2025

Kadokawa's e-reader platform, BOOK☆WALKER Global, has announced a platform overhaul to modernize and enhance user experience.

Shonen Jump Shop hits New Jersey through the new year

Samantha Puc - November 21, 2025

The Shonen Jump Shop pop-up makes its Tri-State Area debut on Nov. 21, bringing manga and anime merch directly from Japan.

Fantagraphics announces East Asian comics imprint Takumigraphics

Merve Giray - October 30, 2025

Fantagraphics has announced Takumigraphics, a new imprit dedicated to East Asian Comics, debuting with four titles in 2026.

Review: YAN Vol. 2 ramps up the action and tension in penultimate volume

Hilary Leung - October 30, 2025

"Yan" Vol. 2 is packed with action and drama as we meet new characters...and bid farewell to one.