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Author: Sarah Pinault

Even Monsters Have Families: ‘Medusa’s Sisters’ by Lauren Bear

February 20, 2024February 19, 2024Sarah Pinault

‘Medusa’s Sisters’ is the debut novel of Boston author Lauren J. A. Bear, and follows the lesser known sisters of Medusa from birth and past the death of their beloved sister.

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The Fair Folk by Su Bristow

January 31, 2024January 30, 2024Sarah Pinault

The second novel from Su Bristow opens up a young girls world and future to the influence of a fairy queen and her court. A fasinating journey into childhood and glamour.

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Introducing ‘Lyla in the Loop’

January 30, 2024January 30, 2024Sarah Pinault

‘Lyla in the Loop’ debuts on PBS KIDS next month. Along with other favorites like ‘Ada Twist Scientist’ and ‘Peg Plus Cat,’ this show is a funny STEM-based animated series for kids ages 4-8.

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Discovering the World of Emily Wilde

January 27, 2024January 26, 2024Sarah Pinault

If you are in need a cozy read this winter, look no further than the Fae-filled academic world of Emily Wilde.

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Bluey Keepy Uppy box

‘Keepy Uppy’: The Game That Won Christmas

December 31, 2023March 7, 2024Sarah Pinault

In the end, it was the simplest plastic toy that entertained us for the longest on Christmas Day this year. ‘Bluey: The Keepy Uppy Game’ was an instant hit this week, bringing joy to our whole family from ages 8 to 72.

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75 Years of ‘My Father’s Dragon’

December 22, 2023December 21, 2023Sarah Pinault

Whether you are discovering or rediscovering this award winning story from Ruth Stiles Gannett, you will be enchanted by the 75th anniversary edition of ‘My Father’s Dragon.’

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Twelve Nights of Snowmen

December 19, 2023December 18, 2023Sarah Pinault

Enjoy this year’s addition to the beloved Snowmen series, the ‘Snowmen’s Twelve Nights of Christmas.’

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GeekDad/GeekMom Holiday Gift Guide – Games

November 24, 2023November 24, 2023Sarah Pinault

In case you hadn’t noticed, we love a good game around here. Card games, board games, dice games, video games, we are equal-opportunity gamers here. We love them all, whether they fit in our stockings or barely fit in the trunk of our cars. Here’s a selection of some of our current favorite games to share with your friends and family this holiday season.

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Thanksgiving Crafts: Now With 100% More Juice

November 17, 2023November 16, 2023Sarah Pinault

GeekMom joined up with Juicy Juice this year to make some wonderful new Thanksgiving crafts.

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Experimenting with Advent Calendars

November 13, 2023November 12, 2023Sarah Pinault

If you are looking for something a little different in an advent calendar this year, we’ve tested out a couple of out of the box options. 24 out of the box options in each package!

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Review: ‘Vivian Van Tassel and the Secret of Midnight Lake’

September 28, 2023September 27, 2023Sarah Pinault

Vivian Van Tassel and the Secret of Midnight Lake is the debut middle grade novel from Michael Witwer, drawing on his own gaming experiences and deep love of D&D. Exploring both the love of the game and the evolution of the game.

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Review: ‘How the Grinch Lost Christmas’

September 28, 2023September 27, 2023Sarah Pinault

66 years later, we finally find out what happens to the Grinch on his first full Christmas, one year later, after his heart grew three sizes.

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‘Big City Greens’ Big Season 4

September 23, 2023September 22, 2023Sarah Pinault

‘Big City Greens’ season four arrives on the Disney Channel on September 23. What other shows are you looking forward to returning this season?

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Disney Exclusive: “Howloween” from ‘SuperKitties’

September 21, 2023September 20, 2023Sarah Pinault

Disney’s hit preschool series SuperKitties will air its first-ever Halloween special this season and the episode features an all-new song debuting exclusively with GeekMom – “Howloween”! 

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The Bath Book Bash 2023

September 20, 2023September 19, 2023Sarah Pinault

A wonderful Fall event in New England, the Bath Book Bash is a haven for young readers and aspiring authors.

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Trolls Band Together in a New Line of Dolls

August 29, 2023August 28, 2023Sarah Pinault

All of our favorite Trolls are back from the previous movies for ‘Trolls Band Together,’ and they’re teaming up with Mattel in a line of toys that ranges from small dolls, akin to the traditional doll, through hair-raising interactive trolls.

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Celebrating 100 Years of Disney With LEGO Minifigures

August 22, 2023August 21, 2023Sarah Pinault

I may have a problem. I have a teeny tiny obsession with Disney merch at the moment. And since my entire family loves LEGO, I bought four individual bags of the mini figures that were released as part of the celebration of 100 years of Disney.

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Picture Book Adventures with Flat Cat

August 15, 2023August 14, 2023Sarah Pinault

Flat Cat was born flat, but didn’t fall flat with GeekMom Sarah’s kids, all of whom loved this sometimes flat, sometimes fuzzy feline!

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Donkey Hodie Season 2: GeekMom Exclusive

August 10, 2023August 9, 2023Sarah Pinault

Season Two of DonkeyHodie is launching on August 14 with four new episodes, and Geek Mom has an exclusive clip!

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide

May 5, 2023July 5, 2023Sarah Pinault

Mother’s Day is May 14, so let’s get shopping!

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