41 episodes
Fullmanga Librarians Fullmanga Librarians
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Join two Teen Librarians as they venture into the world of manga to find only the best recommendations for just the right occasions. Every other week, they'll suggest manga you may want to read.
And all of the manga they mention will be available to order through the Akron-Summit County Public Library, either physically or digitally. They'll go over what the manga is about, connect it to other media outside of the manga realm, and offer other important details such as suggested age level or content awareness.
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All My Antagonist
Do you find the villain more interesting than the hero? What are your thoughts on Batman? Join Ms. Kerry and Ms. Kelly as they discuss this and more, including suggestions for manga with intriguing antagonists. Not only do they suggest manga but a variety of recommendations from all kinds of media. Please be warned, there will be light spoilers or special mentions for the following: Blade of the Immortal, Demon Slayer, Fullmetal Alchemist, Laughing Under the Clouds, Rurouni Kenshin, Inuyasha, and some books by Chris Bradford.
side note: If you've checked our Catalog, SearchOhio, and OhioLink and didn't find the title you need, you may suggest a purchase by following this link. -
Never Let Go: Historical Romance Manga with Magic
How much does a time period affect a romantic story? Join Ms. Kerry and Ms. Kelly as they discuss this and more, including suggestions for historical romances (with a dash of fantasy). Not only do they suggest manga but a variety of recommendations from all kinds of media. Please be warned, there will be light spoilers or special mentions for the following: The Ancient Magus' Bride, Bride of the Water God, Demon Slayer, Empress of All Seasons by Emiko Jean, and My Happy Marriage
side note: If you've checked our Catalog, SearchOhio, and OhioLink and didn't find the title you need, you may suggest a purchase by following this link. -
Slice of Love
From shoji clubs to fairies concerned with Japan's declining birth rate, this episode is sure to delight. Ms. Kerry and Ms. Kelly talk romance recommendations, favorite unlikely couples, and gender norms in manga. Prepare yourself for fun and, as always, deep conversations. Not only do they suggest manga but a variety of recommendations from all kinds of media. Please be warned, there will be light spoilers for the suggestions mentioned: Romantic Killer, Top Ten by Katie Cotugno, and When Will Ayumu Make His Move
side note: If you've checked our Catalog, SearchOhio, and OhioLink and didn't find the title you need, you may suggest a purchase by following this link. -
A is for Anguish
Like your fantasy with deep, philosophical questions? Ms. Kerry and Ms. Kelly talk today about the multilayered concepts surrounding immortality and grief, then dive into manga that feature anguish, yes, but offer brilliant glimmers of hope too. Not only do they suggest manga but a variety of recommendations from all kinds of media. Please be warned, there will be light spoilers for some of the suggestions mentioned. Feel free to check out the following at your local branch today:
Black Clover
D. Gray-Man
Fairy Tail
Frieren : beyond journey's end
Gallant by V.E. Schwab
The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman ; with illustrations by Dave McKean
City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan (Percy Jackson series)
Puella Magi Madoka Magica
Please check Search Ohio for Sabriel by Garth Nix (Abhorsen series)
side note: If you've checked our Catalog, SearchOhio, and OhioLink and didn't find the title you need, you may suggest a purchase by following this link. -
Bite Wait, There's More!
Heard our vampire-themed episode and can't get enough? We're back with more recommendations to sink your metaphorical teeth into. So sit back, relax, and tighten your cape as Ms. Kerry and Ms. Kelly gush about their favorite vampires. Not only do they suggest manga but a variety of recommendations from all kinds of media. Please be warned, there will be light spoilers for some of the manga mentioned. You may put the manga, books, and DVDs mentioned on hold by following the links below:
Chrono Crusade the complete series (DVD)
A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab
He's My Only Vampire
The Lost Girls: a vampire revenge story by Sonia Hartl
Seraph of the End -
Oh My Godzilla! Anime Monsters
Kaiju, Kegare, even prehistoric reptilian monsters. Ms. Kerry and Ms. Kelly cover it all, from their absolute favorite creature to what constitutes a monster, anyway. Not only do they suggest manga but a variety of recommendations from all kinds of media. Please be warned, there will be light spoilers or special mentions for the following suggestions: Kaiju no. 8, Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao, and Twin Star Exorcists
side note: If you've checked our Catalog, SearchOhio, and OhioLink and didn't find the title you need, you may suggest a purchase by following this link.