• The New American Manga Awards have been launched and will be presented at Anime NYC in August 2022. The awards aim to recognize and celebrate the growing popularity and diversity of American-made manga. The awards will have several categories, including Best Original Story, Best Artwork, and Best Adaptation.

• The awards are being organized by Anime NYC, a leading anime and manga convention in the United States. The goal is to highlight the talented American creators who are contributing to the manga genre and inspire more people to explore and create American-made manga. The awards are open to submissions from creators of all backgrounds and experience levels.

• The launch of the New American Manga Awards is seen as an important step in validating and promoting the American manga scene. It provides a platform for creators to gain recognition and exposure, and it helps to build a stronger community of American manga fans and artists. The awards are expected to become an annual event and help drive further growth and innovation in the American manga industry.