Masha Zhdanova
@mashazart.bsky.social
She/her, cartoonist, writer, editor, picture drawer! Words at publishers weekly, shelfdust, Eisner winners WWAC and the Beat, mozaikmage on dreamwidth. Pictures at mashazart on Twitter and Tumblr and here sometimes.
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If you're an educator in NJ please consider signing onto this letter in support of the Immigrant Trust Act. This bill helps ensure that immigrants can still access important services without fear of detention or deportation. When our students are afraid they can't learn.
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Educators Demand New Jersey Legislators Pass the "Immigrant Trust Act" Sign-on Letter
Immigrant communities are seeing heightened ICE operations in New Jersey. New Jersey must pass the Immigrant Trust Act (A4987/S3672) to help protect immigration status information at sensitive locatio...
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November 27, 2025 at 2:19 PM
If you're an educator in NJ please consider signing onto this letter in support of the Immigrant Trust Act. This bill helps ensure that immigrants can still access important services without fear of detention or deportation. When our students are afraid they can't learn.
forms.gle/wq4pCaaxF8Fi...
forms.gle/wq4pCaaxF8Fi...
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Finally got an update out. Admittedly things aren't really good and Im overtly stressed but what can you do. I appreciate everyone's help so far.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Finally got an update out. Admittedly things aren't really good and Im overtly stressed but what can you do. I appreciate everyone's help so far.
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How to start a Webcomic: a free series of posts on my Patreon :) (with free worksheets!)
I'm trying a new format where I talk about how & why I'm wrapping up my old comic, Rodney R Rodney, and how I'm prepping for the next one
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I'm trying a new format where I talk about how & why I'm wrapping up my old comic, Rodney R Rodney, and how I'm prepping for the next one
www.patreon.com/posts/develo...
Developing Webcomics: why end a comic, and how to start a new one | Vee
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November 23, 2025 at 1:34 AM
How to start a Webcomic: a free series of posts on my Patreon :) (with free worksheets!)
I'm trying a new format where I talk about how & why I'm wrapping up my old comic, Rodney R Rodney, and how I'm prepping for the next one
www.patreon.com/posts/develo...
I'm trying a new format where I talk about how & why I'm wrapping up my old comic, Rodney R Rodney, and how I'm prepping for the next one
www.patreon.com/posts/develo...
Starting to suspect I am not so much a "good writer" as I am good at putting myself into situations where I can look like a "good writer"
November 27, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Starting to suspect I am not so much a "good writer" as I am good at putting myself into situations where I can look like a "good writer"
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Chainsaw Man is simultaneously worthy of serious discussion for its heartfelt look at society and cycles of abuse and dehumanization, and it's also like, a fantastic nonstop barrage of shitposts
November 25, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Chainsaw Man is simultaneously worthy of serious discussion for its heartfelt look at society and cycles of abuse and dehumanization, and it's also like, a fantastic nonstop barrage of shitposts
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The one about comic book page rates – again. News flash: Comic book page rates are STILL stagnant, after all these years, and for indie cartoonists it's even harder
The one about comic book page rates – again
News flash: Comic book page rates are STILL stagnant, after all these years, and for indie cartoonists it's even harder
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November 25, 2025 at 2:31 PM
The one about comic book page rates – again. News flash: Comic book page rates are STILL stagnant, after all these years, and for indie cartoonists it's even harder
I learned so so much about editing from the wwac crew I basically owe my entire underpaid career to them shoutout @dogunderwater.bsky.social @illusclaire.bsky.social @ronchronchronch.bsky.social @metakate.bsky.social !!!
By the way, it's National Editor Appreciation Day.
Nobody ever reads a great article and thinks, "Dang, that was some tight editing." But editing is a big part of how it got to be great.
So writers, if you've ever worked with a good editor, shout 'em out.
Nobody ever reads a great article and thinks, "Dang, that was some tight editing." But editing is a big part of how it got to be great.
So writers, if you've ever worked with a good editor, shout 'em out.
November 25, 2025 at 4:24 AM
I learned so so much about editing from the wwac crew I basically owe my entire underpaid career to them shoutout @dogunderwater.bsky.social @illusclaire.bsky.social @ronchronchronch.bsky.social @metakate.bsky.social !!!
I do have a Post scheduled for tomorrow but I'm not linking it bc I don't wanna get yelled at you have to subscribe if you wanna know what I'm scared of lol
November 25, 2025 at 4:22 AM
I do have a Post scheduled for tomorrow but I'm not linking it bc I don't wanna get yelled at you have to subscribe if you wanna know what I'm scared of lol
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I want to give shout-outs to every one of the editors at Anime Herald. Y'all are rock stars.
@arhenderson.bsky.social, @mashazart.bsky.social, @ellyberries.bsky.social, @trentlcannon.bsky.social,
@lydiarivers.bsky.social, @pixelatedlenses.bsky.social, and Kerine Wint
@arhenderson.bsky.social, @mashazart.bsky.social, @ellyberries.bsky.social, @trentlcannon.bsky.social,
@lydiarivers.bsky.social, @pixelatedlenses.bsky.social, and Kerine Wint
By the way, it's National Editor Appreciation Day.
Nobody ever reads a great article and thinks, "Dang, that was some tight editing." But editing is a big part of how it got to be great.
So writers, if you've ever worked with a good editor, shout 'em out.
Nobody ever reads a great article and thinks, "Dang, that was some tight editing." But editing is a big part of how it got to be great.
So writers, if you've ever worked with a good editor, shout 'em out.
November 24, 2025 at 10:25 PM
I want to give shout-outs to every one of the editors at Anime Herald. Y'all are rock stars.
@arhenderson.bsky.social, @mashazart.bsky.social, @ellyberries.bsky.social, @trentlcannon.bsky.social,
@lydiarivers.bsky.social, @pixelatedlenses.bsky.social, and Kerine Wint
@arhenderson.bsky.social, @mashazart.bsky.social, @ellyberries.bsky.social, @trentlcannon.bsky.social,
@lydiarivers.bsky.social, @pixelatedlenses.bsky.social, and Kerine Wint
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If you ever want to see more of something you read but don't feel like you can do anything about it because you're not an influencer or a publisher or a journalist, even just leaving a five star review online moves the needle. Even telling a friend "you'd like this too"!
November 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
If you ever want to see more of something you read but don't feel like you can do anything about it because you're not an influencer or a publisher or a journalist, even just leaving a five star review online moves the needle. Even telling a friend "you'd like this too"!
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I want the industry to change, but ultimately publishing is a reactive industry. It IS reacting to adult manga, but the manga market and graphic novel market are two different book industries that have evolved in different ways, and manga readers don't often cross over of their own accord.
November 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
I want the industry to change, but ultimately publishing is a reactive industry. It IS reacting to adult manga, but the manga market and graphic novel market are two different book industries that have evolved in different ways, and manga readers don't often cross over of their own accord.
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For graphic novels, especially adult genre fiction, it's incredibly helpful to review it online, talk about it, recommend it to a friend—adult fiction in the graphic novel space is difficult to place, and nothing convinces readers that they'll like a book more than the personal testimonial.
If you like an author's work, the best thing you can do is buy it. The second best thing you can do is ask your local library to buy it. Or, do both!
A reminder that the median book deal for a debut author in the UK is £7000, paid over 12-18 months. (from 2022 Society of Authors report). Some of your favourite writers are struggling. societyofauthors.org/2022/12/06/a....
November 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
For graphic novels, especially adult genre fiction, it's incredibly helpful to review it online, talk about it, recommend it to a friend—adult fiction in the graphic novel space is difficult to place, and nothing convinces readers that they'll like a book more than the personal testimonial.
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this piece by Dean Simons covers a lot of shameful behavior. I'm glad the pressure seems to be having an effect.
November 24, 2025 at 5:13 PM
this piece by Dean Simons covers a lot of shameful behavior. I'm glad the pressure seems to be having an effect.
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My Oh My, Atami-kun continues to charm me, and if you give him a chance, he might put you under his spell as well!
Manga Review: MY OH MY, ATAMI-KUN Volume 2
My Oh My, Atami-kun Volume 2 Writer and Artist: Asa Tanuma Publisher: Yen Press (print & digital) Translation: Amanda Haley Lettering: Elena Pizarro Publication Date: Apr 22, 2025 Rating: Older Teen Genre: Manga (JPN), LGBTQ+, Slice of Life, Romance My Oh My, Atami-kun is Asa Tanuma‘s English market debut. The second volume was released in April by…
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November 24, 2025 at 5:27 PM
My Oh My, Atami-kun continues to charm me, and if you give him a chance, he might put you under his spell as well!
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Okay I’m making it easy for you, comics lover—give the gift of HORRID ADORATION in 2026 clairenapier.bigcartel.com/product/wolf...
November 24, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Okay I’m making it easy for you, comics lover—give the gift of HORRID ADORATION in 2026 clairenapier.bigcartel.com/product/wolf...
Pitch: after falling asleep on the couch while watching a vampire sexploitation movie, our protagonist wakes up as the lead heroine... except it's a het movie and she'll need all her lesbian rizz if she wants to get with the vampire lady, get rid of the husband, and survive to the end credits!
November 24, 2025 at 4:25 AM
Pitch: after falling asleep on the couch while watching a vampire sexploitation movie, our protagonist wakes up as the lead heroine... except it's a het movie and she'll need all her lesbian rizz if she wants to get with the vampire lady, get rid of the husband, and survive to the end credits!
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Two former editors at The Nib, Shay Mirk and Eleri Harris, have created the only primer on ethical comics reporting.
Two Former Editors at The Nib Have Made the Only Primer On Ethical Comics Reporting
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November 13, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Two former editors at The Nib, Shay Mirk and Eleri Harris, have created the only primer on ethical comics reporting.
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“THE NON-ARTIST FIXATION ON HYPERREALISM AS THE PINNACLE OF ART IS CLEARLY PART OF THE REASON SO MANY ADULTS THINK THEY CANNOT DRAW OR CONSIDER THEMSELVES TO BE FAILURES, KAWAII, FOLK ART, DOODLES, OR OTHER EASIER ENTRY POINTS ARE CONSIDERED CHILDISH, WHICH IS WHY JAPANESE DRAWING BOOKS ARE BETTER…”
November 21, 2025 at 9:24 PM
“THE NON-ARTIST FIXATION ON HYPERREALISM AS THE PINNACLE OF ART IS CLEARLY PART OF THE REASON SO MANY ADULTS THINK THEY CANNOT DRAW OR CONSIDER THEMSELVES TO BE FAILURES, KAWAII, FOLK ART, DOODLES, OR OTHER EASIER ENTRY POINTS ARE CONSIDERED CHILDISH, WHICH IS WHY JAPANESE DRAWING BOOKS ARE BETTER…”
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It's me. I'm the "discussions about sexuality and erotic works in an academic context"!
November 21, 2025 at 6:18 PM
It's me. I'm the "discussions about sexuality and erotic works in an academic context"!
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my shop is still open until the end of november! doing some holiday shopping? consider supporting a small artist (and getting some cool spooky art for your loved ones)!
🎃 trick or treat! 🎃
it's my birthday week + halloween (+ i'm currently quite short on this month's rent), so to celebrate i'm opening up my shop! i have tons of spooky new stickers and buttons and prints and more for y'all!
(🫀 RTs appreciated to spread the word!)
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it's my birthday week + halloween (+ i'm currently quite short on this month's rent), so to celebrate i'm opening up my shop! i have tons of spooky new stickers and buttons and prints and more for y'all!
(🫀 RTs appreciated to spread the word!)
kayleerowena.bigcartel.com
November 20, 2025 at 8:32 PM
my shop is still open until the end of november! doing some holiday shopping? consider supporting a small artist (and getting some cool spooky art for your loved ones)!
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Quick update: I should be sending review copies tonight, so if you'd like to cover at your outlet, definitely sign up
Quick reminder: If you're in the media and would like to cover AH Magazine for your publication, there's an app(lication) for that. 🥰
November 20, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Quick update: I should be sending review copies tonight, so if you'd like to cover at your outlet, definitely sign up
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Bluesky pals! I have a sci-fi graphic novel called DRIVE, & it's my favorite thing I've ever done! If you need a long, escapist read at the moment the entire thing is free to read, here: drivecomic.com
(THIS PAGE: The Grand Voss Talkin’ )
(THIS PAGE: The Grand Voss Talkin’ )
November 20, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Bluesky pals! I have a sci-fi graphic novel called DRIVE, & it's my favorite thing I've ever done! If you need a long, escapist read at the moment the entire thing is free to read, here: drivecomic.com
(THIS PAGE: The Grand Voss Talkin’ )
(THIS PAGE: The Grand Voss Talkin’ )
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what a good idea
hey instead of reading and sharing some book that sucks by a woman in love with an insane corpse who neither deserves nor needs the coverage, why not instead buy and read MY book. due to me being normal simplicitybook.xyz
November 19, 2025 at 5:22 PM
what a good idea
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📚✨ Kodansha would like to thank NYPL for selecting Spacewalking With You by Inuhiko Doronoda as one of their Best Books of 2025!
We’re thrilled to see this standout title honored! 🌟💛
https://ow.ly/56IQ50XuNzN
#BestBooks2025 #SpacewalkingWithYou #Kodansha #NYPL #MangaReaders #BookAwards
We’re thrilled to see this standout title honored! 🌟💛
https://ow.ly/56IQ50XuNzN
#BestBooks2025 #SpacewalkingWithYou #Kodansha #NYPL #MangaReaders #BookAwards
November 20, 2025 at 4:26 PM
📚✨ Kodansha would like to thank NYPL for selecting Spacewalking With You by Inuhiko Doronoda as one of their Best Books of 2025!
We’re thrilled to see this standout title honored! 🌟💛
https://ow.ly/56IQ50XuNzN
#BestBooks2025 #SpacewalkingWithYou #Kodansha #NYPL #MangaReaders #BookAwards
We’re thrilled to see this standout title honored! 🌟💛
https://ow.ly/56IQ50XuNzN
#BestBooks2025 #SpacewalkingWithYou #Kodansha #NYPL #MangaReaders #BookAwards
comics convention panel pitch: PAGE vs. SCROLL
page-format cartoonist and webtoon-format cartoonist debate for an hour about the pros and cons of each format. perhaps they can draw about it
idk if anyone but me would be into this so I'm throwing it out into the void as an interest check
page-format cartoonist and webtoon-format cartoonist debate for an hour about the pros and cons of each format. perhaps they can draw about it
idk if anyone but me would be into this so I'm throwing it out into the void as an interest check
November 20, 2025 at 4:25 PM
comics convention panel pitch: PAGE vs. SCROLL
page-format cartoonist and webtoon-format cartoonist debate for an hour about the pros and cons of each format. perhaps they can draw about it
idk if anyone but me would be into this so I'm throwing it out into the void as an interest check
page-format cartoonist and webtoon-format cartoonist debate for an hour about the pros and cons of each format. perhaps they can draw about it
idk if anyone but me would be into this so I'm throwing it out into the void as an interest check