Ashley Hagstrom
62 articles published since October 16, 2021
About Ashley Hagstrom
Ashley Hagstrom is an Anime Lists Writer for CBR and a recent graduate from the University of Missouri, with a BA in English and Classics. Ashley is an avid fan of anime, manga, and webcomics. When she isn't writing she is most likely playing with her Black Lab Gracie.
The 15 Best Body Swap Anime, Ranked
Anime characters switching bodies and attempting to live each other's lives usually end up with silly outcomes.
15 Cute Age Gap Romances In Manga
While some age-gap romances can be questionable, others like Serena and Mizukawa from You've Got Me, Senpai are adorable.
10 Fan Favorite Huggable Anime Mascots
Pokémon's Pikachu and Sailor Moon's Luna are just two of many anime mascots that fans love to watch and would love to hug.
10 Unforgettable Anime Scrooges Out To Ruin Christmas
Bah Humbug! The holiday season isn't always filled with tidings of comfort and joy. These anime characters are just as bad as Ebenezer Scrooge.
My Hero Academia: 15 Youngest Class 1-A Students, Ranked By Age
My Hero Academia's Class 1-A is full of quirky hero students. Which students are the youngest?
10 Best Horror Anime To Watch This Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner, so anime fans should definitely dive into these horror anime to get into the spooky season spirit.
10 Fan-Favorite Caffeine Addicts In Anime
Whether it is a mug of morning coffee, a cup of tea, or a sip of soda, many anime characters have a weakness for caffeine.
10 Fan-Favorite Anime Characters With Desserts On The Brain
These anime characters will do just about anything to get their hands on something sweet. With dessert on the brain, nothing will get in their way.
10 Fan-Favorite Anime Characters With Fins
These fin-tastic anime characters also deserve a chance to get their fins wet and make a splash in the spotlight.
10 Modes Of Transportation In Anime We Want To Experience
In the world of anime, many fantastical modes of transportation would be a pleasure to ride.
10 Fan Favorite Anime Violinists
The violin is one of the most popular classical instruments, which might be why there are several anime characters who specialize in playing it.
The 10 Best Anime Wallflowers
Although these shy anime characters might not always want to be the center of everyone's attention, they do deserve to have a moment in the spotlight.
10 Times Love Saved The Day In Josei Anime
The josei genre of anime is full of major declarations or sweeping acts of love that leave everyone living happily ever after.
10 Times Music Saved The Day In Anime
Music has the power to bring people together, a power that is only amplified in anime and has been used to save the day many times.
The 10 Healthiest Couples In Mecha Anime, Ranked
The life of an anime mecha pilot doesn't always leave a lot of time for romance, but some couples manage to find love both in and out of the cockpit.
10 Best Pirate Crews In Anime
Anime is home to plenty of pirate captains and their crews, both futuristic and historical. Some are even fantastical.
10 Webcomics To Read If You Love Bridgerton
For fans of Netflix's Bridgerton, there are intriguing and romantic storylines awaiting them inside the worlds of manga and webcomics.
10 Skills Every Isekai Protagonist Needs
Isekai protagonists living in a new world have big challenges to overcome. Fortunately, there are key survival skills to help them blend in & thrive.
10 Anime Characters With The Most Stylish Hairdos
Hair is a distinct feature that gives fans insight into an anime character's status in the show. Hair can also hint at a character's personality.
10 Anime Characters Who Make Their Own Weapons
These anime protagonists are not only powerful adversaries in battle, but are also skilled enough to craft their own powerful weapons.