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‘Bluey’: “The Sign”

April 13, 2024April 12, 2024Sarah Pinault

Hold onto your Unicourses, everyone, the biggest episode of ‘Bluey’ ever is coming on Sunday. “The Sign” is the first-ever extended-length special from everyone’s favorite Heeler family and premieres this Sunday, April 14.

The ‘D&D’ Campaign I Created for Newer Players

April 10, 2024April 9, 2024Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses the ‘D&D’ campaign she designed for a group of less experienced players.

The Ultimate Fictional Band Playlist: K-Pop Edition

April 7, 2024April 6, 2024Lisa Tate

These K-Pop and Korean rock groups might exist only in K-Dramas, but the songs they created are just as cool as those from “real” bands.

Favorite Board Books From Women’s History Month

April 2, 2024April 1, 2024Abbie Descoteaux

It is never too late in the year or too early in your child’s life to introduce them to important women throughout world history! Here are some of the board books I have enjoyed with my toddler in celebration of Women’s History Month.

A Springtime Quiz on Famous Fictional Hatchlings

March 30, 2024March 29, 2024Lisa Tate

Here’s a sequel to our 2022 quiz on famous sci-fi and fantasy eggs. How well do you know these cute, cool, or creepy hatchlings?

‘The Last Remains’ by Elly Griffiths

March 29, 2024March 28, 2024Sarah Pinault

Elly Griffiths provides a wonderful conclusion as we enjoy the last in a fifteen book series with Dr. Ruth Galloway and DCI Harry Nelson on the Norfolk coast.

Destination Bookstore: Brookline Booksmith

March 20, 2024March 19, 2024Sarah Pinault

Peruse the shelves of the Brookline Booksmith with GeekMom (and Book Dragon) Sarah. A delight for any book lover in the Boston area.

My New Favorite Board Game Tradition

March 19, 2024March 18, 2024Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses the board game tradition she created with her teenager.

10 Random and Geeky Facts about Fictional Snakes

March 11, 2024March 10, 2024Lisa Tate

Sneks! You might love them or hate them, but they are always interesting additions to pop culture. Check out these random facts on snakes.

Two Fun Artists to Check Out If You Love ‘D&D’

March 6, 2024March 5, 2024Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth shares two artists of ‘D&D’ related items she thinks you should check out.

Introducing Bluey Book Reads

March 2, 2024March 1, 2024Sarah Pinault

In Bluey Book Reads, available on the Bluey website and on the YouTube channel, we have a new way to experience our favorite Bluey stories.

Novel Pairings: A Book Lover’s Podcast

February 28, 2024February 28, 2024Sarah Pinault

Looking to reinstigate or reinvigorate your reading life? Sara Hildreth and Chelsey F can help you with that on their book lover’s podcast, novel Pairings.

Leap Day Reading

February 27, 2024February 26, 2024Sarah Pinault

Looking for a quick read for Leap Day? Look no further!

‘The Last Bookwanderer’ by Anna James

February 26, 2024February 25, 2024Sarah Pinault

The final installment in the Pages and Co. series from British author Anna James arrives on US bookshelves this week. Get comfy! This is a wild ride through story, mythology, and time.

K-Pop Videos Meet Forensic Science

February 25, 2024February 24, 2024Lisa Tate

Some K-Pop groups have been weaving a love of forensics and crime-solving in their music videos and marketing, and it’s a wonderful thing!

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.