Category Archives: Shojo Beat

Manga Review: Otomen

Posted on October 31, 2009 by Lauren Lapinski

When we think of males and their hobbies, the first thing we usually think of is sports. From baseball to wrestling, if it’s a spectator sport, men will watch it. This is not the case, however, for Asuka Masamume of Otomen, a guy who loves all things girly, and who is forced to hide his passions to appear manly.
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Shojo Review: Gaba Kawa

Posted on August 18, 2009 by Lauren Lapinski

Gaba Kawa By Rie Takada Published by: Shojo Beat Manga ISBN13: 978-1-4215-2259-3 ISBN10: 1-4215-2259-4 Reviewed by Lauren Lapinski When someone says “shojo manga”, the image that usually comes to mind is of high schools girls, pretty boys, and huge helpings … Continue reading →

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Manga Review: The Magic Touch vol. 1

Posted on May 6, 2009 by Linda Yau

The Magic Touch Story and Art by Izumi Tsubaki Published by Shoujo Beat, imprint of Viz Media. ISBN10: 1421516713 ISBN13: 9781421516714 Review by Linda Yau The purpose of a massage is to often relax and de-stress a person. So what … Continue reading →

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Manga Review: St. Dragon Girl vol. 1

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Kris

St. Dragon Girl vol. 1 Story and Art: Natsumi Matsumoto Published by VIZ Media ISBN-10: 1-4215-5040-9 ISBN-13: 978-1-4215-2010-0 Review by Kris Kenpo. Many know of this martial art but don’t know much about it. Kenpo, literally translates to “Fist Law”. … Continue reading →

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Manga Review: Wanted

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Kris

Wanted Story and Art: Matsuri Hino Published by VIZ Media ISBN-10: 1-4215-1934-8 ISBN-13: 978-1-4215-1934-0 Review by Kris Pirates are hot, especially ones created by famed mangaka Matsuri Hino (mangaka behind Vampire Knight and Captive Hearts). Thanks to Johnny Depp and … Continue reading →

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Manga Review: Wanted

Posted on December 30, 2008 by Linda Yau

Wanted Story and Art by Matsuri Hino Published by the Shojo Beat imprint of Viz Media. ISBN10: 1421519348 ISBN13: 9781421519340 Review by Linda Yau All songstress Armeria ever wanted was to find Luce her first love, after he got kidnapped … Continue reading →

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Manga Review: Time Stranger Kyoko vol. 1

Posted on December 17, 2008 by Kris

Time Stranger Kyoko vol. 1 Story and Art: Arina Tanemura Published by VIZ Media ISBN-10: 1-4215-1797-3 ISBN-13: 978-1-4215-1797-1 Review by Kris In the 30th century Earth has become one harmonious place to live. Kyoko Suomi is the princess of Earth, … Continue reading →

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Manga Review: Captive Hearts vol. 1

Posted on December 4, 2008 by Kris

Captive Hearts Story and Art: Matsuri Hino Published by VIZ Media ISBN-10: 1-4215-1932-1 ISBN-13: 978-1-4215-1932-6 Review by Kris The Kuroishi family has been serving the Kogami family for generations, thanks to a curse placed on the Kuroishis by the Kogami … Continue reading →

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Manga Review: B.O.D.Y. vol 1

Posted on December 3, 2008 by Linda Yau

B.O.D.Y: Volume 1 Story and Art by Ao Mimori Published by Shoujo Beat, imprint of Viz Media. ISBN10: 1421518023 ISBN13: 9781421518022 Review by Linda Yau Ryoko Sakura is a fanciful naive 16 year old, who’s friends criticize her for having … Continue reading →

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