I have a strange sort of soft spot for artists I’ve translated. We created this translation baby together (technically since they are artist and I am translator, but in practice, we have never spoken or had any direct communication) and now I am forever invested in their success and happiness. I keep an eye on… Continue reading Meiou no Zakuro: Kanno Aya
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