Hello, Xanta here!
Sharing my danmei journey from March 2022 until the present, to my mutuals and to whoever needs them as guide. My reviews are all posted at my Tumblr.
Currently listening:
Wildhood Friends
≪ 竹木狼马 ≫ @ 猫耳FM
(Listening thread on my Twitter)
Currently reading:
His Honey
≪ 他的蜜 ≫ by 千十九
(Reading thread on my Twitter)
Having traversed more than three decades in this mundane world, I've unearthed myriad treasures along the way: the love of my family, the bond with my husband, the majesty of parenthood bestowed upon me, the delights of culinary experiences, the enchantment of music, the richness of diverse languages, the wisdom found within books, and the profound beauty of love in all its forms, including boys' love.
Yes, you heard it right. I am an avid reader and a bibliophile, reading & collecting mostly Japanese manga, Korean manhwa and Chinese Danmei novels. Occasionally, I listen to audio dramas as well. I love sharing my thoughts on the novels I devour by writing reviews on Tumblr and Goodreads. In addition, I record my reading journey and reactions through my reading threads on X/Twitter.
I indulge in a wide range of genres without any restrictions, freely exploring whatever piques my curiosity; so I am open to recommendations. I'll definitely try my best to find some time to check out those recommended novels and manga.
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Authors bias: 醬子貝, 公子優, 不問三九, 苍梧宾白, 回南雀, 煙貓與酒, 困倚危楼
Mangaka bias: Brothers without a tomorrow
Translators bias: Ayszhang, E.Danglars, Lianyin/XiA
Artists bias: SB19, Felip, Pablo, IU, Jackson Wang, TayNew, Henry, The Rose, Heart Evangelista, Liza Soberano, Lizquen, Centimillimental, Shinee, Key, Cifer, 姚六一, Gehlee Dangca, Yiruma, Suho
Swipe / → to check my recommendations from my reads this year. Let me know what you think as well after reading my recos ~
Currently translating: First Love by Dr. Solo (on hiatus)
Latest chapter: chapter 8 of 25
Chapter updates: sporadic
This list is only for my 2024 reads. Arranged them according to the order in which I read them, newest to oldest, rather than by their ratings.
Not all the novels received 5-star ratings from me, but they're ones I genuinely enjoyed and think deserve more recognition in the danmei fandom. Some of them haven't been translated into English yet, and I hope fan translators consider picking them up. However, I urge against using machine translation or edited mtl, as it could dilute the essence of the story.
My Rating: ★★★★★
Tags: danmei, abo / omegaverse, school, modern, slow burn
Complete English Fan Translation @ Chrysanthemum Garden
My Rating: ★★★★☆
Tags: mystery, fantasy, transmigration, comedy
Complete English Fan Translation by Peach Pits. Password request required.
My Rating: ★★★★★
An original novel!
Tags: boys love, mystery, crime, business, modern
My Rating: ★★★★★
Tags: slice of life, modern
Complete English Fan Translation by Suteki Steak
My Rating: ★★★★★
Tags: modern, pseudoincest, age gap
No English Translation yet.
My Rating: ★★★★★
Tags: historical, warfare, tragedy
Complete English Translation by BL Chinese Translations
My Rating: ★★★★☆
Genre: modern, romance
Same universe as Very, Very, Dislike
No English Translation yet.
My Rating: ★★★★★
Genre: modern, slice of life, comedy
No English Fan Translation yet.
My Rating: ★★★★★
Tags: action, drama, tragedy
* Please read trigger warnings on carrd
English Translation ongoing ~
On this page, I've compiled a comprehensive list of all the novels I've read this year, linked to my Tumblr reviews. Consider this as a sneak peek to my danmei wrap-up for the year end.
I didn’t include any ratings because my recommends are already listed on Xanta Danmei 2024 Recos. Swipe / ← to view.
Before diving headfirst into the captivating world of Danmei, I was a devoted reader of Japanese manga. Now, I've found balance by alternating between novels and manga, allowing me to tailor my reading experience to suit my mood. As the popularity of Korean manhwa and Chinese manhua continues to soar, my curiosity and interest have expanded even further.
Regrettably, I wasn’t able to compile my previous reads, but I'm excited to embark on a fresh reading list. I'll gradually populate it with the manga titles I recall and reread, enriching it over time.
Legend:
★𑁊 my faves / reco
☹︎ 𑁊 dropped / dislike
Aside from reading novels and manga, I also enjoy listening to audio dramas occasionally. On this list, I have listed all the audio dramas I have listened to and linked the platform on where I did.
If you need help of downloading the app, creating an account and purchasing the ads, kindly check List of Links page, or feel free to ask me on my Tumblr ask form.
Legend:
★𑁊 my faves
⬇︎𑁊 dropped
English Title: Wildhood Friends
English Title: Lovely Allergen
English Title: Fanservice Paradox
English Title: Ex-Husband’s Call
English Title: Light Tea, Sweet Wine
Oneshot / 全一期
English Title: Loneliness
English Title: Black-bellied vs. Black-bellied: Ultimate Showdown
English Title: Your Distance
English Title: Old Man
Oneshot / 全一期
Oneshot / 全一期
⚠︎ BE
Oneshot / 全一期
⚠︎ BE
Oneshot / 全一期
⚠︎ BE
English Title: Departure Gate No. 8
Oneshot / 全一期
English Title: BE Crazy Demon Survival System
Oneshot / 全一期
Oneshot / 全一期
English Title: Joyful Reunion
English Title: Wildfire
English Title: Soul Vibration
English Title: The Missing Piece
English Title: Winner Takes All
English Title: Years of Intoxication
English Title: My Little Poplar
English Title: Yet You’re In Love With An Idiot
English Title: C Language Cultivation
English Title: Demoralized Plaything
English Title: Beyond The Outline
English Title: Flying Gulls Never Land
English Title: Saye
English Title: The Governor is Sick
English Title: The Husky And His White Cat Shizun
English Title: Golden Stage
English Title: For A Lie
✤ 136 chapters
✤ danmei, modern, disability
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✤ 92 chapters + 3 extras
✤ danmei, modern, school
Series: 3 Volumes
Licensed in English by Via Lactea
✤ 126 chapter
✤ danmei, school, slice of life, disabilities
✤ 5 volumes
✤ danmei, modern, military
✤ 145 chapters + 6 extras
✤ danmei, modern, school, slice of life
✤ 74 chapters + 10 extras
✤ danmei, mystery, psychological, omegaverse
✤ 97 chapters
✤ danmei, modern, school
✤ 73 Chapters + 9 Extras
✤ danmei, modern, psychological
✤ 129 chapters + 7 extras
✤ danmei, omegaverse, slice of life
Comprehensive list of all the novels I've read for the year 2023,
Swipe / ← for 2024 and → for 2022
* Page still in progress
Comprehensive list of all the novels I've read for the year 2022.
Swipe / ← for danmei wrapped 2023 & 2024
* Page still in progress
Organized important links or threads for my mutuals, or for whoever needs them.
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