Conventions

ANYC ’26: Ize Press announces more SOLO LEVELING and WHALE STAR

Ize Press surprises fans with the Spanish language edition of the hit Solo Leveling franchise, a tabletop game, and more announcements!

Merve Giray - August 23, 2026

Omoi Showcases New Series and More at Anime NYC 2026

Manga publisher Omoi announces a new series, print editions, and more at their Anime NYC 2026 panel.

Imani Brooks - August 22, 2026

ANYC ’26: TOKYOPOP to bring two new webtoons to print

TOKYOPOP announces two new manhwa series, Lily of the Valley and Magic Soup, to be released in print at Anime NYC!

August 22, 2026

Korean content makes a splash at Anime NYC licensing summit

The licensing summit at Anime NYC featured two presentations focused on Korean content: Bernie Cho on the popularity of K-pop, followed by a panel discussion with Young Park of...

August 21, 2026

OTAKON ’26 INTERVIEW: KOMACON on manhwa preservation

At Otakon 2026, Comics Beat interviewed KOMACON, an organization devoted to preserving manhwa while supporting working artists.

August 21, 2026

ANYC ’26: TAPPYTOON returns to ANYC to celebrate its 10th anniversary.

Justin Guerrero - August 19, 2026

Tappytoon returns to Anime NYC to celebrate the company's 10th anniversary including new and old merch, collectibles, and spicy BL panels.

OTAKON ’26 INTERVIEW: Moon Taeyeon on creating characters

Adam Wescott - August 12, 2026

KComicsBeat interviews Moon Taeyeon at Otakon 2026 about their artistic process and why characters should grow with the reader.

OTAKON ’26 INTERVIEW: Park Seulki Rhea on manhwa’s present

Adam Wescott - August 11, 2026

KComicsBeat interviews manhwa scholar Park Seulki Rhea about the state of modern manhwa and ongoing struggles to preserve the past.

Magic Knight Rayearth and the return of female led isekai

Viv P. - August 2, 2026

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

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

Viv P. - July 31, 2026

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 - July 25, 2026

At SDCC, Marvel announced three original series developed with WEBTOON, featuring some of its most popular characters.