Columns"It's not easy to be a slow-starter otaku." On lagging behind the trends, yet enjoying the ride. / Thus Spoke Hijiki Isoflavone
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - "I'm seeking a cure for chronic last-minute submissions." Don't push yourself too hard and have fun!
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - "I'm a copycat, and so I keep my works to myself." But everything starts from inspiration and imitation.
Columns"Thinking back on the first time I put my work out there." A prayer for all those just starting out. / Thus Spoke Hijiki Isoflavone
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - "Terrified by strict community rules." Rules matter, but so does the way you enforce them.
Columns"How can I be an otaku for life?" On embracing a more laid-back lifestyle. / Thus Spoke Hijiki Isoflavone
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru’s Creative Counseling - “Three consecutive events later, not once has anyone come to my table.” As long as you have something you want to draw and the motivation to do it, you can keep going even if you’re on your own.
Columns“How do I come to terms with jealousy?” That time I was overcome with envy for another creator’s talent. / Thus Spoke Hijiki Isoflavone
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - "How to balance creativity and real life?" Don't indulge in hobbies that tank your self-esteem.
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - "I can't get over the desire to make otaku friends." Here's what you need (besides social skills).
Columns"What's something your editor told you that you'll never ever forget?" / Thus Spoke Hijiki Isoflavone
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - "I'm afraid my comments might crush other creators' spirits." But the real heartbreak is when they hear crickets...
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - When you're at odds with the canon, accept that you just don't get it and let it slide.
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - "Am I merely projecting my ideals onto my favorite character?" Your stanning is perfectly valid.
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - "Can't an omnivore eat at a specialty restaurant?" Focus on the freedom, not the inconvenience
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - Is projecting onto fictional characters gross? If anything, "gross" is a source of power for creators.
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - “Should I decide on a style direction now?” Wait until you get some real fans
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - "Is experience necessary when writing about romance?" Fan work doesn't have to be convincing
