Patricia Thang
Patricia Thang is an educator located in Los Angeles. Though a native Angeleno through and through, her heart also belongs to Tokyo, where much of her family is from. Besides books, she is an enthusiastic devourer of many things, including podcasts, television, and J-pop. She realizes there’s not enough time in the world to consume all of that content, but she’s trying anyway. Other endeavors to which she has dedicated herself include cuddling her dogs until they’re annoyed and taste-testing every vegan ice cream she can find. Twitter: @aintnopthang
Why Is Boys Love Manga So Popular Among Women?
September 14, 2022Boys' Love is a subgenera of manga that is particularly popular among women, but why is that? One writer explores.
12 of the Best Shōjo Manga
August 19, 2022Find the best shōjo manga available to English-language readers today that reflects part of the wide range of stories in this category.
Do Spoilers Really Ruin a Story? Or Can They Make You Enjoy It More?
August 9, 2022Some readers avoid spoilers at all costs, while others read the last page first. What does the research say about the effect of spoilers?
10+ Cat Manga Purrfect for Feline Fanatics
July 27, 2022We all know that cats rule the internet. Turns out they rule the world of manga, too! Here are some of the best cat manga around, like Chi’s Sweet Home by Konami Kanata.
9 Breathtaking Books Like Princess Mononoke
July 12, 2022These books like Princess Mononoke, including The Beast Player by Nahoko Uehashi, capture the magic of one of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli’s most beloved films.
15 of the Best Coming-of-Age Manga
June 30, 2022The best coming of age manga capture this time in our lives in all its beauty and emotion and drama with earnest stories and illustrations.
Gold, Potions, and the Philosopher’s Stone: 10 Alchemy Books for the Mystically Curious
June 1, 2022Nonfiction reads on its history. New fictional stories and worlds with alchemy at their core. Find the best alchemy books for beginners here, like Gunpowder Alchemy by Jeannie Lin.
Dear Publishing: I Will Not Be Reading Any “Manga-Inspired” Comics and Here’s Why
May 12, 2022So, publishing, here’s some homework for you: Learn what manga actually is, and erase “manga-inspired” from your lexicon.
Are Fiction Podcasts Adapted From Books a Thing We Want?
April 27, 2022Podcasts have already demonstrated their likability, but what about podcasts adapted from books? This Rioter dives into a few.
18 of the Best Asian American Books to Read This Year
April 6, 2022These are some of the best books that showcase the beauty of Asian American culture to check out this year, from fiction to nonfiction titles, like Portrait of a Thief by Grace D. Li.