‘Brave Face’ author Shaun David Hutchinson opens up about writing his first memoir, depression, and being a gay teen in the 1990s. Read More
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‘Brave Face’: An Interview With Shaun David Hutchinson
‘Superbuns! Kindness Is Her Superpower’: Interview With Diane Kredensor
‘Superbuns’ is a funny and cute picture book where bunnies show that kindness IS a superpower. An interview with the author, Diane Krednesor. Read More
Apollo 50th: ‘Field Trip to the Moon:’ A Childhood Lunar Journey
‘Field Trip to the Moon’ is an inclusive, imaginary tale where a student explorer introduces color to moon aliens in a friendly adventure. Read More
An Interview With ‘The Startup Squad’ Girl Entrepreneur
Sara Robinson is the girl entrepreneur featured in a new middle-grade book called ‘The StartUp Squad.’ Read More
Yamaha DTX Electronic Drums: Making Practice Play
Rebecca Angel spent the last couple months with the YamahaDTX electronic drum kit, learning a new instrument, and how practice can be fun if you have the right tools. Read More
Mark Siegel on ‘5 Worlds,’ ‘The Red Maze’, and Balancing Work with Family
Mark Siegel, part of the collaborative team behind 5 Worlds graphic novel series, answered questions about the creative process, character changes to come, and balancing work with family. Read More
‘The Library of Ever’: Knowledge Is a Light
‘The Library of Ever’ is a wonderful adventure for middle-readers that will have them smiling all the way with Lenora, befriending robots and penguins, and trying to understand the phrase, “Knowledge Is a Light.” Read More
‘Hungry Hearts’: A Deliciously Diverse YA
‘Hungry Hearts’ is a young adult anthology of food-related stories set in the mythical place known as Hungry Heart Row, a place where food is love, family, and, often, magic. Read More
Why Western Audiences Love Princess Jellyfish
‘Princess Jellyfish’ is a manga that is popular with Western audiences and for good reasons! Check out Rebecca Angel’s list on the series and what makes it so compelling. Read More
12 Lazy-Ass Ways to Save the Earth
Be lazy and save the earth! Here are 12 ways to do it by not doing anything. Read More
Anime Did Not Make My Son Gay
The t-shirt is ironic: anime most certainly did NOT make anyone gay, but the gender fluidity of anime hopefully allowed my son to accept himself. Read More
“Free Mom Hugs” at a Pride Festival Near You!
Rebecca Angel has teamed up with other moms to bring love and acceptance to all kids no matter what their gender identity by wearing Free Mom Hugs t-shirts at Pride Festivals. Join them! Read More
‘WANT’, ‘RUSE’, and Why Diversity Is Important in YA: Interview With Cindy Pon
Cindy Pon, author of the YA science fiction books, WANT and RUSE talks to GeekMom about her characters, the environment, and the need for diversity in literature. Read More
Reviews: Starry Young Adult Novels
Two YA books deal with teens going through love, friendship, and betrayal. Check out the reviews for ‘Sky WIthout Stars’ and “See All the Stars”. One is a modern-day thriller and the other is ‘Les Mis’ in space. Read More
An Empty Nest and a Shelf Full of Games
When the kids move out and you still want to play games, what do you do? Rebecca Angel ponders her growth as a gamer and how to find other people to play with. Read More
‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ A Classic.
‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ will continue to be enjoyed by children in the generations of the future as its world keeps expanding. The story is a classic. Read More
New Picture Books for Spring
What better way to usher in the happier weather than sharing colorful and magical picture books with your children? Here are four new ones to check out! Read More
Two Magical Middle-Grade Readers
‘The League of Shadows’ and ‘Maybe A Mermaid’ are two books Rebecca Angel recommends for the younger readers in your life that enjoy magic and friendship. Read More
Interview with Rachel Hartman: ‘Tess of the Road’
Read an interview with author Rachel Hartman about ‘Tess of the Road’, her third book in the ‘Seraphina’ universe. Read More
Timeless Tales of Ancient Greeks: ‘I Am Hermes!’ Picture Book
Hermes is the mischievous and likable messenger of the Ancient Greek gods, bringing music, medicine, and laughter to humans. In this bright picture book by award winner Mordicai Gerstein, children can meet this fun character. Read More
