Columns“Instead of telling someone how much you love something, try showing it.” A lesson in recommending your faves. / Thus Spoke Hijiki Isoflavone
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - "I feel guilty for being the only one drawing explicit art." But such feelings are important in fan work.
Columns"I'll never forget how earnest and dedicated those otakus were." Recalling the time I attended a rural doujinshi event. / Thus Spoke Hijiki Isoflavone
ColumnsCurry Zawa Kaoru's Creative Counseling - “I’m feeling disheartened by how my popularity online doesn’t translate into real-life sales.” Just because people don’t buy your books doesn’t mean they’re heartless.
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.
