Enjoying Shojo Anime & Manga ft. Taryn of Manga Lela

Krewe of Japan

This one goes out to all the ladies out there... well, and the fellas too if you're interested! The Krewe sits down with avid shojo enthusiast Taryn of Manga Lela Instagram/TikTok fame to talk all things shojo. Together they explore the variety of shojo genres, some challenges faced in the shojo industry, & what makes shojo different from those rambunctious shonen titles! Don't miss out!

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------ Links about Taryn/Manga Lela------

Taryn's Links

Taryn on TikTok

Taryn on Instagram

Taryn on Twitter/X

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