Non-fiction
Manga Review: The Black Heron Is Here To Help
by Mashenka on Apr.15, 2010, under Non-fiction
Title: Kurosagi Corpse Delivery Service
Author: Eiji Otsuka
Illustrator: Housui Yamazaki
Genre: horror, mystery, seinen
Published by: Kadokawa Shoten (Japanese), Dark Horse Comics (English)
Age Appropriate: ADULTS ONLY (gore and nudity)
Bloody Mess Meter: 8-10 (What does this mean?)
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Strange? Certainly. Unique? Without a doubt. Created by the man behind MPD Psycho, Kurosagi Corpse Delivery Service is a trip into the bizarre and the supernatural.
From Monsters to Aliens and Everything Between- An Interview w/ Amber Benson
by JDH Johnson on Mar.29, 2010, under Interviews, Non-fiction
Best known as Tara on Buffy, The Vampire Slayer, Amber Benson has done so much since her Buffy days that it’s hard to believe. Earlier this year she released the second novel in her Calliope Reaper-Jones series and has been busy on the indie film festival circuits promoting her new film, co-directed with Adam Busch (also of Buffy fame), Drones. She acts, she writes, she even directs. Is there anything this woman can’t do? But the real question is… did she like 40-Year Old Virgin?
The Creation of Musical ColdFusion – An Interview w/ Mike Oliver
by Mashenka on Mar.22, 2010, under Non-fiction
Mike Oliver: Cold Fusion is Einstein’s theory based on the creation of high energy through a natural medium. ColdFusion is the creation of high energy generated through the intense alternative music of 4 young, highly motivated musicians.
The Passion of the Wolf – An Interview w/ music label owner Kiryu
by JDH Johnson on Mar.19, 2010, under Interviews, Non-fiction
Ever wondered what it would like to own a independent label in Japan? Starting from the ground up, singer/songwriter Kiryu created his own record company in order to support the artist he believes need and deserve the support. Last month, Kiryu took the time to talk with The Last Doctor about why he created the label, how he works with, and what he thinks of the current trends in Japan.
The Age of Russell T – An Interview w/ Doctor Who’s Andrew Hayden Smith
by JDH Johnson on Mar.16, 2010, under Interviews, Non-fiction
Best known to Doctor Who fans as Jake, the outspoken member of Ricky’s crew in Rise of the Cybermen and The Age of Steel, Andrew Hayden-Smith ventured to the US to meet fans at this year’s Gallifrey One (the annual Doctor Who convention) in Los Angeles. Taking part in his very own Gallifrey interview as well as a live commentary panel for The Age of Steel, Andrew spent most of his time in the Dealer’s Room signing autographs and talking with fans. During one of the slower parts of Sunday afternoon, Andrew took some time to chat with The Last Doctor about what it’s like to be part of a universe as long-lasting and adored as Doctor Who.