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First Look: Far Sector #1 From N.K. Jemisin and Jamal Campbell

October 16, 2019October 15, 2019Corrina Lawson

A preview of the upcoming ‘Far Sector’ comic from N.K. Jemisin and Jamal Campbell.

“The Theme of Justice:” The Writer of ‘Harley Quinn: Breaking Glass’ Speaks

October 15, 2019October 15, 2019Corrina Lawson

Creator Mariko Tamaki talks about teen Harley Quinn and the choices she makes about how to fight injustice.

Tabletop Review: ‘Cheeky Butts’

October 15, 2019October 14, 2019Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews ‘Cheeky Butts’ from Banagrams Inc., a Hot Potato matching game from the Fall 2019 line.

Halloween Reading Roundup 2019, Image: Sophie Brown, Covers via Publishers as Noted Below

The GeekMom Halloween Reading Roundup 2019

October 15, 2019October 14, 2019Sophie Brown

Our Halloween reading roundup has a spooky story for every age group from preschoolers to adults; there’s sure to be something for everyone.

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On Watching In Prime Time As a Family

October 15, 2019October 14, 2019Amy Weir

In the era of streaming, it’s common for everyone to stick to their own shows on their own schedules. It’s fun when you can share a favorite show live with the whole family.

“Molly of Denali” and Indigenous Representation

October 14, 2019October 14, 2019Evil Genius Mum

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with with new episodes “Molly of Denali”; our new fave show supporting Own Voices and Cultural Identity!

To Buy or to Borrow: The Reader’s Dilemma

October 14, 2019October 14, 2019Sarah Pinault1

Sarah shares her logic in whether to buy or borrow books.

An Artist Date: The Perfect Excuse for Creative Mom Alone Time

October 14, 2019October 13, 2019Ludylembke2

Not only is an artist date a chance for mom alone time, but it’s also necessary to creative pursuits.

NYCC: “Full Frontal’s Totally Unrigged Primary” App

October 10, 2019October 17, 2019Corrina Lawson

Sure, politics is called a “game” but this is an app that lets you play for the Democratic candidate of your choice to receive a $250,000 donation.

The Search for Planet X, Image: Foxtrot Games

Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘The Search for Planet X’

October 9, 2019October 9, 2019Sophie Brown

The Search for Planet X is a deduction-style board game currently funding on Kickstarter in which you must search for the fabled Planet X.

How Katie McGrath’s Lena Luthor Helped Me Introduce My Kid to Merlin

October 9, 2019October 8, 2019Nivi Engineer

My 13yo loves superhero shows. I want to spend time with him. Thanks to Katie McGrath, we’ve found a way to make both of us happy.

‘The Okay Witch’ Review

October 9, 2019October 8, 2019Rebecca Angel

In ‘The Okay Witch’, a young girl named Moth has to deal with bullying, growing up, and learning she comes from a long line of witches. Having magic is cool, but not if your mom forbids you to use it. Highly entertaining for ages 9-12.

NYCC: CW’s Nancy Drew Gets a Spooky Makeover

October 8, 2019October 8, 2019Corrina Lawson

The CW “Nancy Drew” still solves mysteries but her world includes ghosts and a host of people in the fictional town of Horseshoe Bay hiding secrets.

A Picard Primer: Returning to the 24th Century

October 7, 2019October 6, 2019Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah is one of our resident ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ experts; she gives us the viewing guide to prepare for January’s premiere of ‘Picard.’

Tabletop Review: ‘Tricky Druids’

October 7, 2019November 15, 2019Elizabeth MacAndrew2

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews ‘Tricky Druids,’ a dice and resource sharing based tabletop game for kids from Pegasus Spiele’s Gen Con 2019 releases.

Tiny cartoon person looks up a mountain of words that says "Mount Squee." On the far side is a heart that says "My Fave!"

It’s All Too Much: The Paradoxical Overgeekout

October 6, 2019October 5, 2019Amy Weir1

Sometimes I love things SO POWERFULLY it’s paralyzing, and I can’t even act on my passion. Does this ever happen to you?

Save & Exit: Archiving Video Games

October 5, 2019October 4, 2019Evil Genius Mum1

Australia is the latest nation to start archiving video games, recognizing the importance of why we should archive and why it is so hard.

Beyond Harry Potter: What Else to Experience at Universal Florida

October 4, 2019October 3, 2019Corrina Lawson

Yes, we did experience the wonder of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. But there’s a ton of other stuff to do at the Universal parks in Orlando.

‘The 7th Guest’: A Disappointing Return to Stauf’s Mansion

October 4, 2019October 3, 2019Sophie Brown

‘The 7th Guest’ is a board game based on the 1993 video game of the same name that attempts to recreate the sinister vibe of the original.

‘Harry Potter’: Luna Lovegood Deluxe Costume – Fun.com

October 2, 2019October 1, 2019Dakster Sullivan

Fun.com brings the style with their Luna Lovegood Costume; an officially licensed replica of what is seen in the Harry Potter movies.