A Writer’s Reflections: The Past, Present, and Future

Originally Posted: July 4, 2021 “It was a day just like any other. The ever-studious writer busied herself with the magic and technology of the world. Knowledge is half the battle after all! However, her concentration was cut short by a knock at her door.“Hello! A letter for you, Ms. Naruji.” It wasn’t the regular… Read More A Writer’s Reflections: The Past, Present, and Future

Review: Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina, Vol. 4

Originally Posted: February 2, 2021 Written by Jougi Shiraishi with illustrations by Azure. Released in English by Yen On with a translation by Nicole Wilder. “A tough cookie like myself always began her day with a cup of coffee. […]Pumping ourselves full of coffee and drugs was the way of the world-weary. I mixed a… Read More Review: Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina, Vol. 4

Review: Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina, Vol. 3

Originally Posted: November 8, 2020 Written by Jougi Shiraishi with illustrations by Azure. Released in English by Yen On with a translation by Nicole Wilder. “Hello! I’m Elaina! The Ashen Witch, Elaina! […]I’m a beautiful young witch whose most outstanding characteristics are my lovely ash-colored hair and my lapis-blue eyes! I’m always wearing a pointy… Read More Review: Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina, Vol. 3

Review: Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina, Vol. 2

Originally Posted: August 2, 2020 Written by Jougi Shiraishi with illustrations by Azure. Released in English by Yen On with translation by Nicole Wilder. “I opened the door without hesitation. Because I’m brave and strong.” – ElainaAlong the pages of a novel, the girl continued her travels. Her ashen hair fluttered with each page turn.… Read More Review: Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina, Vol. 2

Review: Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina, Vol. 1

Originally Posted: July 26, 2020 Written by Jougi Shiraishi with illustrations by Azure. Released in English by Yen On with a translation by Nicole Wilder. “‘Then it’s decided. You are now the Ashen Witch, Elaina. Do your best from now on, okay?’ She clapped a hand on my shoulder. I inhaled deeply and responded, ‘I… Read More Review: Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina, Vol. 1

Review: Wandering Witch – The Journey of Elaina Volume 1

Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina is a series of adventures held together by their shared main character, the witch Elaina. While the book has some semblance of linearity, it does not have an over-arching narrative. This is more of a magical travel log than a novel.… Read More Review: Wandering Witch – The Journey of Elaina Volume 1