Articles written by Liane Tsui

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Interview: Gregory Oh
Toronto musician Gregory Oh is innovative and outspoken--but don't be too quick to label him a firebrand.
Oct 30, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Movie Review: Shane Acker's 9
A scrappy band of sentient rag dolls struggle to survive and to redeem mankind in this animated short turned feature-length film.
Sep 14, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Hong Kong Comics: Ngau-chai by Wong Sze-ma
Wong Sze-ma's lovingly crafted comic strip about a boy and his father is a nostalgic look at parenting and life in Hong Kong
Aug 19, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Five Great (But Now Sadly Retired) Webcomics
For every webcomic that exists now, there is one that has ended before its time or drawn to a natural close. Here are five retired but still remarkable online comics.
Aug 18, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Movie Review: American Splendor
Harvey Pekar has a dead-end job, questionable hygiene, a crummy attitude, and an explosive temper. It's safe to say that he's no hero. Right? This movie begs to differ.
Aug 13, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Review: The Crowning Glory of Calla Lily Ponder
The Crowning Glory of Calla Lily Ponder is a sweet tale of healing, but Rebecca Wells' latest novel may not be what readers are expecting
Aug 11, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Hong Kong Comics: Old Master Q
A staple of Hong Kong comics, Alfonso Wong's Old Master Q has been a manhua favourite for over 45 years because of its straightforward humour and candid point of view
Jul 21, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Review: Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou
Delve into the contemplative and relaxing world of Hitoshi Ashinano's stunning manga, Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou ("Record of a Yokohama Shopping Trip")
Jul 20, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Top Twitter Tools: The Basics
Use these essential Twitter tools to get the most out of microblogging, and to enhance communications with personal and professional tweeps.
Jul 18, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Book Review: Twenty Chickens for a Saddle
Robyn Scott's debut work is simultaneously an engaging account of a life in Botswana, a study of racism/AIDS, and a testament to the need for innovation and perseverance
Jul 11, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Biography of Canadian Writer Brian Doyle
Brian Doyle is the award-winning author of well-known books for kids and young adults. Take a closer look at the life and works of a noted Canadian writer.
Jun 30, 2009 - Liane Tsui
Defining Comics, Graphic Novels and More
It's a fascinating and increasingly popular medium, but comics aren't as simple as they might seem. Here are a few useful definitions to know.
Jun 21, 2009 - Liane Tsui