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Dojinshi (or dojinshi) — are self-published works, usually mangs, created by amateur artists or writers who often publish fan versions of famous works. They may also contain original stories or parodies. Dojinshi is an important part of Japanese manga culture and is often distributed at specialized fairs or via the Internet. Publications allow authors to express their creativity and share their works with like-minded people. It was from self-publishing that many mangak began their journey.
The difference between Dojinshi (self-published) and manga (commercial)
Dojinshi are created by amateurs or professionals on a non-commercial basis, often as a hobby or for the fan community, while commercial manga is published by professional mangakas through publishing companies.
Dojinshi - parodies or original content that often has greater creative freedom. Commercial manga usually have more standardized content aimed at a wide audience. That is, the commerciality of the project can greatly cut the creative potential of the project.
Dojinshi are often distributed through specialized fairs or online, while commercial manga will be sold in bookstores or through other mass channels.
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