Ummm, a little advice here, guys...

[snapdragon76]

My mom came up with the suggestion that I start a blog about anime, manga and graphic novels in a way that people who don't know what any of that is, can learn about it and understand what it is. And I must say, the idea is very intriguing and possibly has some merit.

Now, I don't know what will come of this, but she says I need to do something that I feel passionate about and I do really enjoy reading manga and graphic novels and watching anime. However, it does feel a little daunting. I mean, I need to find my niche somewhere that others who have more experience haven't already done.

I mean, there are a few people out there who already do blogs and sites regarding manga and anime and graphic novels and have already been well established up to this point. So I'd like to focus on maybe coming from a viewpoint of someone who doesn't know anything about them, like my mom.

My first and main issue is trying to find a hosting site. I already have a WordPress blog for my Alice and Jasper blog and I have a Blogger one that I rarely use, but unless I can change the name of it, I don't think I can use it either.

So, any kind of suggestions/comments/words of advice/encouragement in regards to this somewhat daunting project would be appreciated. I ask you guys because I met the majority of you through manga and anime, so it is to you I cleave to right now.

Comments

[rosehiptea.livejournal.com]

I think this is a great idea, but I don't know anything about blogging sites to help with that aspect.

Can you ask the Blogger people if you can change the name?

[snapdragon76.livejournal.com]

Thanks! Glad to know I have your support. If I ever get it off the ground, I plan to promote it like crazy so hopefully people will read it.

I'll have to look into that. Thanks for the idea!

[earthstar-moon.livejournal.com]

I think doing a site for people who don't know a lot about manga and anime is a good idea. You could called it "The Beginner's Guide" or maybe the translation guide or something.

I don't know which site would be the best for you, but I would suggest looking at http://www.desudesbrigade.com/ Basically, it's a video anime review site, kind of like thatguywiththeglasses, except they just focus on anime. I realize you're not doing video review, but watching them might help/inspire some ideas for you. Arkada and Vixen are my personal favorite reviewers. Anyway, I hope that helps.

[snapdragon76.livejournal.com]

Those are all really good suggestions, Joanne. I shall keep them in mind once I get ready to get started, thank you.

And I shall look into the video review you suggested. maybe it will help with some ideas.