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Author: Evil Genius Mum

Taking over the world from the comfort of her EG Lair Down Under (Australia). She plans to reset the world in her own geeky image - because geeks do it better. From old school superheroes to tech gadgets, EG Mum is all about sharing the geeky world with her spawnlings - Sinister, Nefarious, and Zaltu... if they don't beat her to it.
SDI Jnr Open Water Diver Course

Junior Open Water Scuba Diving Courses

May 16, 2017May 19, 2018Evil Genius Mum

Have you thought about a Junior Open Water Scuba Diving Course for your geekling? Here’s what to look for and 5 top suggestions on where to go.

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FCBD 2018 Bad Machinery

Free Comic Book Day 2017: Wishlist

May 4, 2017December 12, 2017Evil Genius Mum5

Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) is THIS SATURDAY: May 6, 2017. Be prepared for the onslaught of awesome with EG Mum’s wishlist for 2017!

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FCBD: What It Means to Your Local Comic Book Store

May 3, 2017December 12, 2017Evil Genius Mum

Free Comic Book Day (FCBD): The one day of the year when your local puts on the party for its community, and you score the loot. Give them some love too.

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Job Application Game

Job Vacancies: When It Is Okay to Say “Looking for More Female Applicants”

April 14, 2017December 12, 2017Evil Genius Mum1

Nobody wants to be hired only to satisfy a “minority requirement,” but being encouraged to apply can sometimes be code for “this is a safe place to work.”

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Tabletop Review: ‘COGZ’

April 6, 2017December 12, 2017Evil Genius Mum3

So, I’ve just finished playing another game of COGZ with my spawnlings, and I still love it. Let me show you what I’m talking about.

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P. Craig Russell Interview

‘American Gods’: Interview with P. Craig Russell

March 14, 2017December 12, 2017Evil Genius Mum

It is surely a sign when you are aching for comfort reading and the ‘American Gods’ offer you an interview with P. Craig Russell. Read on.

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International Women's Day

Be Bold for International Women’s Day 2017

March 7, 2017December 12, 2017Evil Genius Mum

My son asked me, “Why do we have International Women’s Day?” And frankly, I wasn’t sure I was bold enough to give him the honest answer.

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Reading Dr Seuss

5 Ways to Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday

March 2, 2017December 15, 2017Evil Genius Mum4

March 2nd is Dr Seuss’ birthday! From parfaits to planes, we have 5 ways to encourage some creative celebrating with your kids. Share your ideas too!

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7 Things You Didn’t Know About Dr. Seuss

March 2, 2017March 4, 2021Evil Genius Mum

Before you start celebrating Dr Seuss’ birthday on March 2nd, here are seven things you may not know about the man beyond his infamous kids books.

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‘American Gods’: Exclusive Variant Cover Reveal

February 24, 2017December 11, 2017Evil Genius Mum

We had such an awesome response to our ‘American Gods’ preview, Dark Horse Comics gave us an exclusive on the variant cover by Becky Cloonan. Check it out!

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Preview Copy from Dark Horse

‘American Gods’ Graphic Novel (Preview)

February 22, 2017December 11, 2017Evil Genius Mum

Television isn’t the only place you can find American Gods. We have a preview of the graphic novel from Dark Horse, plus a chat with Scott Hampton (Artist).

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Alternative Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day Alternative: International Book Giving Day

February 14, 2017December 15, 2017Evil Genius Mum

Don’t like Valentine’s Day? Let me introduce you to International Book Giving Day. It brings a love that lasts so much longer than cheap chocolate and saccharine-sweet Hallmark cards.

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13 of the Greatest Fictional Female Scientists

February 9, 2017December 11, 2017Evil Genius Mum1

To celebrate The UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science, GeekMom has 13 of the greatest fictional female scientists who inspire us!

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Vale John Hurt No More

Sir John Hurt No More

January 30, 2017December 11, 2017Evil Genius Mum

No, this is not a repeat of 2016. This one just hurts more, because Sir John Hurt didn’t need a ‘revival.’ He was still inspiring me; from childhood to present.

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Past Times at Super Hero High

‘DC Superhero Girls’: Interview and Special Promo Code

January 17, 2017December 11, 2017Evil Genius Mum6

Have you been reading ‘DC Superhero Girls’ digital comics? I scored an interview and a special promo code to share with you.

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Vision Direct Sunglasses Review

Gotta Wear Shades – Kids Sunglasses Review

January 13, 2017December 11, 2017Evil Genius Mum2

I never considered shopping online for sunglasses until a recent bad in-store experience. So I tried online shopping with Vision Direct. And they were good!

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ASUS Laptop Compare

Business or Pleasure: Which Laptop Is Best for Your Family?

January 5, 2017December 11, 2017Evil Genius Mum

New Year, New Devious Plans. I need some new hardware but I’m not sure which laptop best suits our Evil Genius needs. So, ASUS sent me two. *grin

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PAX Aust Game Review: Mallow Drops

January 3, 2017December 15, 2017Evil Genius Mum

Mallow Drops is a light and fluffy puzzle game, and depending on your tenacity it’s either an engrossing time-sucker or a sweet little keeper.

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The Secret Benefit of Kids Busking

December 27, 2016December 9, 2017Evil Genius Mum

I have seen more improvement in Sinister’s trumpet playing from one month of busking than a year of lessons. And all because of the boost to his confidence.

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Tripit App

Review: Travel With Tripit

December 24, 2016December 9, 2017Evil Genius Mum

The only thing left now is your Christmas travel. Oh, I feel your pain! But I have the App for that: Tripit Pro.

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