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Long-Lasting Play with Bababoo and Friends

January 31, 2024January 30, 2024Abbie Descoteaux

Bababoo and Friends toys and books are charming, engaging, and made to last.

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.

Beloved Board Books in the First Year

January 28, 2024January 27, 2024Abbie Descoteaux

Every child has a handful of books that they request over… and over… and over again. Here are some of those books in GeekMom Abbie D’s household!

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.

10 Random and Geeky Facts About Weird Gifts

January 6, 2024January 5, 2024Lisa Tate

As the holiday season ends with Epiphany, it’s safe to say gold, frankincense, and myrrh weren’t the only unusual gifts ever given.

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.’

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.’

Felicia Day’s Audible Original ‘Third Eye’ Is a Must Download

November 18, 2023November 17, 2023Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews Audible Original ‘Third Eye’ from geek favorite Felicia Day.

Celebrate 100 Years of Black Culture With “The New Brownies’ Book”

November 18, 2023November 18, 2023Yvette Geer

‘The New Brownies’ Book,’ written by Dr. Karida Brown and Charly Palmer, is an ode to Black culture, accomplishments, and artistry.

Review: ‘The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet’

October 26, 2023October 25, 2023Melanie Meadors

GeekMom Mel reviews Becky Chambers’s science fiction/space opera novel The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet!

Book Review: When You’ve Got a High School Senior, ‘It. Goes. So. Fast.’

October 1, 2023September 29, 2023Ruth Suehle

A few weeks ago, I was looking for an audiobook to listen to in the car while driving a few hours to a college visit with my high school senior, and the library’s catalog suggested ‘It. Goes. So. Fast.: The Year of No Do-Overs.’

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.

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.

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.

10 Random and Geeky Facts About Fictional Bats

September 17, 2023September 16, 2023Lisa Tate

More summertime than spooky, here are some random facts about fictional bat characters… that aren’t Batman.

Dive Into History Through Maps, Old and New, With ‘America: The Atlas” by the Smithsonian

September 5, 2023September 4, 2023Jenny Bristol

Maps are great ways to learn about history, and this book includes plenty of both historical maps and maps specifically created to illustrate important events or data.

Finding Hidden Treasures in Used Books

August 26, 2023August 25, 2023Lisa Tate

When you haunt used bookstores, you never know what little treasures you might find hiding within the pages.

DMs, Level up Your Big Bads With ‘The Game Master’s Book of Villains, Minions, and Their Tactics’

August 25, 2023August 24, 2023Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews DM accessory ‘The Game Master’s Book of Villains, Minions, and Their Tactics’ from Media Lab Books.

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!

Books, Games, Rock and Roll: An Interview With James L. Sutter

August 1, 2023July 31, 2023Melanie Meadors

Author James L. Sutter has been busy. In between the releases of his romantic young adult novel (‘Darkhearts,’ Wednesday Books/Macmillan) and two comics (‘Starfinder: Angels of the Drift #1,’ Dynamite Entertainment and the story “Remakers” in ‘Schlock Mercenary #17: A Little Immortality’) in June, plus writing for future projects, he found the time to answer a few questions about his work, particularly on ‘Darkhearts.’