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Tabletop RPG Review: Adventuring With ‘Cats & Catacombs’ From Steamforged Games

February 19, 2022February 18, 2022Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ 5e-compatible ‘Cats & Catacombs’ from Steamforged Games.

‘The Autobiography of Kathryn Janeway’ Edited by Una McCormack

February 17, 2022February 16, 2022Sophie Brown

When I saw ‘The Autobiography of Kathryn Janeway’, it was a must-read, & the audiobook is narrated by Kate Mulgrew: Captain Janeway herself.

Big City News From ‘Big City Greens’

February 11, 2022February 10, 2022Sarah Pinault

Families, wait no longer—the new series of ‘Big City Greens’ is getting ready to drop this weekend.

‘The Violet Veil Mysteries: A Case of Misfortune’ by Sophie Cleverly

February 11, 2022February 10, 2022Sophie Brown

‘A Case of Misfortune’ is the second book in ‘The Violet Veil Mysteries’ series that follows thirteen-year-old Violet Veil and her dog Bones.

Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: “Floating Floors”

February 8, 2022February 6, 2022Evil Genius Mum

Be as quick as a ninja for the Kickstarter launch of ‘Floating Floors’. You do NOT want to miss this tabletop game!

Happy 90th Birthday, John Williams! 9 of His Best Leitmotifs

February 8, 2022February 7, 2022Evil Genius Mum

Happy 90th Birthday to John Williams, the musical genius behind some of the most famous character themes in all of the geekdom!

GeekMom Exclusive: Alice’s Wonderland Bakery

February 8, 2022February 7, 2022Sarah Pinault

Alice in Wonderland gets re-imagined in a new series from Disney this week, and GeekMom has an exclusive clip.

The Saga Continues: ‘The High Republic: The Fallen Star’ by Claudia Grey

February 8, 2022February 7, 2022Sophie Brown

‘The Fallen Star’ by Claudia Grey is the next installment in The High Republic saga and follows on from the events of ‘The Rising Storm.’

Between the Bookends, Image by Ylanite Koppens from Pixabay

Between the Bookends: 8 Books We Read in January 2022

February 1, 2022January 31, 2022Sophie Brown

In this month’s Bookends, Sophie shares everything from an LGBTQ paranormal detective drama to a book that helps you plan your own funeral!

5 Reasons to Keep Watching ‘All Creatures Great and Small’

January 30, 2022January 31, 2022Lisa Tate

Season 2 of ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ is now available in the U.S. If you haven’t started watching, here are some reasons to catch up.

Seven Things I Can’t Wait for in ‘Bridgerton’ Season Two

January 29, 2022January 28, 2022Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses seven things she can’t wait for in ‘Bridgerton’ season two.

Five Books to Read in a Day

January 27, 2022January 27, 2022Sarah Pinault

Covid has me stuck in a reading rut. In the early days I found myself collapsing with a Fresca and some Animal Crossing at the end of each day. Midway through the pandemic times I switched to a movie and crochet project to while away my evenings. While my family all still thoroughly enjoy spending […]

Geek Links: Sci-Fi Wins a Newbery and More From the ALA Youth Media Awards

January 24, 2022Amy Weir

The American Library Association announced the winners of the 2022 Youth Media Awards, including a rare science fiction take of the Newbery Medal! Courtesy: ala.org

15 Totally Random and Geeky Facts About Fictional Tigers

January 23, 2022January 22, 2022Lisa Tate

Year of the Tiger is upon us. Here are 15 completely random and grrrr-eat facts about some favorite fictional tigers.

Tabletop RPG Review: Questing With ‘Dungeons and Doggies’ From Steamforged Games

January 22, 2022January 27, 2022Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews ‘Dungeons and Doggies’ from Steamforged Games’ ‘Animal Adventures’ RPG line.

Inspiring Women in History (In Puzzle and Trivia Game Form!)

January 22, 2022January 21, 2022Jenny Bristol

Learn about inspiring women as you do a puzzle or play a trivia game.

Kickstarter Alert: “Adorablins” is the Perfect Pocket RPG

January 19, 2022January 18, 2022Evil Genius Mum

Start your journey with “Adorablins” in your pocket, a new game available on Kickstarter and a perfect intro for kids to RPG.

K-Drama ‘Her Private Life’ Models Love After Widowhood

January 16, 2022January 15, 2022Nivi Engineer

I am in love with the idea that if Ryan Gold, from Kdrama ‘Her Private Life,’ can accept Duk-mi’s fangirling of a pop star, it’s not unreasonable for a widow to wish to find love again.

9 Geekiest Guest Stars on the ‘Golden Girls’ Spinoff

January 13, 2022January 12, 2022Ruth Suehle

The (brief) entirety of The Golden Palace has dropped on Hulu, and I am more than here for it. If you weren’t dedicated to The Golden Girls in the 80s, here’s what you missed when it ended: Dorothy (Bea Arthur) got married and moved away, and the remaining three girls bought and moved into a […]

Into the Woods With My Babes

January 1, 2022Sarah Pinault

While most of the family seems to be tone deaf, GeekMom Sarah still strives to instill a love of musical theater into their lives.