Exploring Isekai
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Exploring Isekai
Author: William B. Ashbaugh
language: en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date: 2026-02-05
Exploring Isekai offers the first comprehensive study of isekai in anime, manga and light novels in which characters from the “real world” are transported, summoned, reincarnated or trapped in fantastical realms. Challenging the misconception that isekai is mere escapism, the volume brings together an international group of contributors to consider how the genre reflects contemporary anxieties, desires and social structures through game-like world-building, moral frameworks and recurring underdog heroes. Examining classics like Spirited Away (2001) alongside globally popular series such as That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime (2013–25) and Overlord (2015–), the volume traces the thematic and aesthetic evolution of isekai, revealing how these narratives reimagine identity, labour and belonging in an increasingly digital and transnational world.
Producing Chinese Reality Television
Author: Sophia Tianyu Zhang
language: en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date: 2026-01-22
This study examines the production of popular Chinese reality television, complemented by interviews with a broad range of practitioners including newcomers, contractors, and migrant workers, all of whom form the industry's backbone. Tianyu Zhang draws on first hand experiences across six television productions, providing exclusive insights into institutional dynamics and interpersonal relationships. She examines popular television series like Win the Bill (2013-) and Waiting For Me (2014-), uncovering concealed narratives of precarious production that shape Chinese television. She goes on to examine regulations impacting the broader labour market, including unsupportive national policies, social welfare systems, unhealthy work values, and the absence of trade unions, considering how these impact the television industry. Spanning a spectrum of media landscapes, from state-owned giants like China Central Television (CCTV) to provincial outlets and independent production houses, this comprehensive study captures the essence of Chinese reality TV production.
Manga Storytelling
Manga Storytelling explores the captivating art of visual narrative in Japanese comics, revealing the techniques that make manga so engaging. The book dissects core elements like panel sequencing, dialogue placement, and action scenes to uncover how they contribute to manga's unique storytelling power. Did you know that the strategic arrangement of panels can control pacing and create suspense, guiding the reader's eye through the story? Or that the design and positioning of speech bubbles enhance characterization and convey emotion? This book stands out by focusing on the practical application of theoretical concepts. It breaks down complex narrative techniques into understandable components, providing aspiring manga artists and comic creators with a toolkit for analyzing and creating their own manga stories. The book progresses by first laying a foundation in visual communication and manga history, then delving into panel sequencing, dialogue placement, and action scenes, before concluding with a practical guide for applying these techniques.