Media Round-Up: Books Read in 2026 So Far...

A collage of various books I read from January to Mid-February 2026.

Whisper of the Heart: Urban Life & Creative Awakening

It’s odd to claim that a film from one of the most critically acclaimed animation studios in the world is “underrated," but...

Revisiting Akira - Part 2: The Anime

A catalogue of thoughts accumulated while rereading and rewatching Akira...

Media Round-Up: August 2025

A sampler of media that compelled me this past month.

Revisiting Akira - Part 1: The Manga

A catalogue of thoughts accumulated while rereading and rewatching Akira...

On Library Anxiety

While we live in this flawed world, we should find ways to create joy in the collecting process.

Statement of Purpose

In order to kick off this blog/newsletter properly, I feel it is necessary to try to outline its purpose.