In this essay, Guest Writer Ash Mojica explores how the fantasy subgenre Isekai—defined by an everyday protagonist transitioning into a fantastical alternate world—has deep roots in manga, anime and classic female-led stories like Alice in Wonderland and The Wizard of Oz. In these narratives, the physical journey between realms serves as a metaphor for the transitional phase of girlhood, placing young heroines at the center of monumental adventures. Read more now!

In this essay, DWG founder Daphne Bryant touches on Gen Z’s obsession with the casual label and how, while it allows for freedom and much needed me-time, it may be stopping some of us from experiencing a fairytale romance. Read more now!