Anime Impact

“A wonderful read that manages to be both a great doorway for new fans, and a way to reconnect for older ones. I had a blast.” ―Jason DeMarco, Toonami

# 1 Best Seller in Movies, Video Guides & Reviews

Anime Impact explores the effects and lasting appeal of anime across all genres and across five decades.

A celebration of Anime.Many books on anime simply offer a list of “essential titles” and recommendations.Anime Impactgoes deeper by showcasing the many voices of anime’s biggest fans. You’ll find many distinct stories that only each specific writer could tell, all painting a fun and surprisingly touching portrait of the true impact of anime over multiple generations.

Iconic movies and TV shows from Japan.Japanese animation―or anime―holds a special place in the hearts of countless fans around the globe. Since the early days of Osamu Tezuka’sAstro Boyto Makoto Shinkai’s astounding success withYour Name, anime has left an undeniable impact on our culture.

Insights from filmmakers, authors, and YouTube stars.Anime Impactexplores the impression the medium has left on various fans with detailed discussions on television shows and movies from the 1960s all the way to the present. You’ll hear from YouTube film critic Chris Stuckmann and many others likeReady Player Oneauthor Ernest Cline and YouTube stars Robert Walker, Bennett “BennettTheSage” White, Tristan "Arkada" Gallant of Glass Reflection and manga artist Mark Crilley. Learn how anime has impacted culture from authors, artists, critics, anime enthusiasts, and super fans such as John Rodriguez, Alicia Malone, Emma Fyffe, and many more.

Inside find:

• The biggest names in anime likeOne Piece,Dragon Ball Z,Pokémon,Naruto, andAttack on Titan
• Movies and shows, legendary and niche alike
• Truly unique hidden gems rarely seen outside of Japan
• And much more

If you liked books such as The Anime Encyclopedia or A Geek in Japan you’ll love Anime Impact.