Ederlyn Peralta
Freelance Writer
Contributing since June, 2020
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About Ederlyn Peralta
Ederlyn Peralta is an Anime & Manga Features Writer for CBR. She has an MA in Comparative Literature from San Francisco State University and a BA in Japanese from UC Berkeley. She spends her time playing with tarot cards, collecting crystals, and consuming too much pop culture entertainment. She runs a personal blog and you can find her on Twitter @lynlynsays.
Author Details
Ederlyn has been writing about anime and manga for over a decade. She has been featured on CBR, ANN, and the now defunct MoviePilot. She has been a panelist at anime conventions like Fanime and presented on topics such as "Romantic Values in Shojo" and the "Asian Identity in Anime." She has also been featured as a guest podcaster for the Nakama Podcast. Ederlyn has also incorporated her love of anime and manga into the classroom and used the medium as literary texts.
Industry Focus
Ederlyn mainly enjoys writing about anime, specifically anything involving My Hero Academia, Spy x Family, and the shojo genre. She also has an interest in writing about manga, webtoons, and any East or Southeast Asian drama or film.
Latest Articles
Gojo's 10 Best Fights in the Jujutsu Kaisen Anime, Ranked
Satoru Gojo has some of the most iconic fights in Jujutsu Kaisen. However, some of his battles are more memorable than others.
10 Must-Watch Shojo Anime With the Best Endings, Ranked
Many shojo anime do not authentically depict the manga series. However, these shojo anime are top-notch with their endings.
10 Best Written Classic Shojo Anime Couples, Ranked
Some classic shojo couples have not only brought tears to our eyes but made their fans believe in true love and romance. Here's why they are the best.
10 Best Anime Movies That Weren't Made By Studio Ghibli
Studio Ghibli has dominated the anime film industry for years. Yet, non-Ghibli anime films like Paprika and Ghost in the Shell deserve recognition.
Spy x Family Cast and Character Guide
Anya Forger is an anime fan's national treasure, but plenty of other charming Spy x Family are worth the attention.
My Hero Academia Cast and Character Guide
A comprehensive guide is helpful for remembering fan-favorite My Hero Academia characters, from talented Pro Heroes to complex vigilante criminals.
Where Have All the Shojo Anime Gone?
The recent decline in shojo anime has brought on several speculations. Is shojo anime dying, or have shojo fans found a new interest?
My Hero Academia: Why Being Quirkless Is Actually a Blessing in Disguise
My Hero Academia makes Quirks the best thing to happen to a person, but sometimes it's better to be an average and ordinary human.
A Complete Timeline of Inuyasha
Fans can easily forget key plot points and storylines in Inuyasha, making a guide to all five seasons of the feudal love story especially helpful.
Inuyasha Cast and Character Guide
Inuyasha is more than just a timeless love story and a battle against good and evil. From Kagome to Sesshomaru, Inuyasha has an unforgettable cast.
How A Sign of Affection Communicates the Five Love Languages in the Anime Medium
A Sign of Affection creatively uses the five love languages to develop Yuki and Itsuomi's relationship.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Techniques, Explained
Jujutsu sorcerers use cursed techniques to fight cursed spirits, but what are cursed techniques, and how do they work?
Jujutsu Kaisen: Domain Expansion, Explained
Domain Expansion is the ultimate power move for jujutsu sorcerers. But what is a Domain Expansion, and how is it used in battle?
Why Jujutsu Kaisen Still Needs Satoru Gojo
Satoru Gojo may not be the star of Jujutsu Kaisen anymore, but there are plenty of reasons why he should remain in the storyline.
My Hero Academia: Dark Deku, Explained
The Dark Deku arc is a pivotal storyline in the development of Izuku Midoriya's character.
My Hero Academia: Tomura Shigaraki's Powers & Backstory, Explained
Tomura Shigaraki's dark past and terrifying quirk have made him the ultimate antagonist.
Every Form of Alchemy in Fullmetal Alchemist, Explained
What is each type of alchemy featured in Fullmetal Alchemist, and how do they work?
How To Make All For One Anime's Greatest Villain
All For One is already a top-notch villain with his overpowering quirk, but other evil traits make him the best one of all.
This Anime Was Not Only The Top Fall 2023 Title But The Best Of The Entire Year
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End subverts fantasy tropes through unconventional world-building and pacing to become 2023's best anime!
The Most Anticipated Winter 2024 Anime That Aren’t Sequels
From cooking monster meals to hanging out with fun gyaru gals, here are the hottest new anime for the Winter 2024 season!