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How to Put Together an Awesome Cosplay With Free Stuff

January 27, 2017December 15, 2017Ruth Suehle

Cosplay is expensive, but these company loyalty programs can help you get there for less.

Gather ‘Round, Padawans: No Lesser Evil

January 27, 2017December 11, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

Power Man and Iron Fist remind us there’s no such thing as the LESSER of two evils.

‘Timeline’ Gets All Your Dates in a Row

January 27, 2017June 24, 2019Sophie Brown1

‘Timeline’ is a cute card game that’s all about getting your dates in a row.

Arisia: A Teen’s Perspective

January 26, 2017December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel

Rebecca Angel and her teen son attended Arisia, a geeky convention in Boston. Here is her son’s experience in his own words: art, gaming, and an uncomfortable taxi ride.

‘Oh, Ick!’ Is the Perfect Book For Your Little Scientist

January 26, 2017December 15, 2017Caitlin Fitzpatrick Curley

One of my favorite things to do, as a homeschool mom, is to pair a fantastic book with an educational game… and I have the perfect game to pair with this book.

‘The Great Kindness Challenge’: Who’s In?

January 25, 2017December 11, 2017Patricia Vollmer

This week, thousands of American K-12 schools are participating in The Great Kindness Challenge. But does it only have to be at school? Does it only have to be this week?

What Inspired Delilah S. Dawson While Writing ‘Ladycastle’?

January 25, 2017December 15, 2017Melanie Meadors

This week’s Geek Speaks…Fiction! dips a toe into the comics world. GeekMom Mel asked author Delilah S. Dawson what inspired her while she was writing her new comic, ‘Ladycastle’! Don’t miss this exciting new comic featuring strong women and heroic fantasy, coming to a comics shop near you, Wednesday, January 25!

11 Things I Wish for The X-Files Season 11

January 24, 2017December 11, 2017Sophie Brown13

One year ago today, The X-Files returned. With plans for another season apparently stalled, I give you my list of 11 things I’m wishing for in season 11.

Top 10 Reasons Star Wars VIII Is “The Last Jedi”

January 23, 2017December 11, 2017Corrina Lawson4

Why is it called ‘The Last Jedi’? Your guess is as good as ours.

The ALA Recognizes Fantasy and Takes a Stand With Its Youth Media Awards!

January 23, 2017December 15, 2017Amy Weir

The American Library Association announced the 2017 winners of the Newbery, Caldecott, Geisel, and many other awards for children’s and young adult books and other media this morning.

‘Adventure Time: Islands’ Finally Gives Us Finn’s Backstory

January 23, 2017December 11, 2017Patricia Vollmer

We finally get answers the fans’ biggest question in the series. Don’t miss the DVD/digital download on January 24th or the Cartoon Network premiere on January 30th!

13 Books to Teach Children About Protesting and Activism

January 22, 2017December 11, 2017Jackie Reeve11

Activism can be a hard thing to define to young children. Keep the conversation going with these books that help explain and demonstrate what it’s all about.

Crafting the Detective: My History of ‘Sherlock’ Projects

January 21, 2017May 22, 2018Lisa Tate

Get over ‘Sherlock’ withdrawal with some geeky DIYs celebrating the BBC’s Baker Street Boys.

Arisia Top Five Fun

January 21, 2017December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel

Despite being sick and in a walking cast, Rebecca Angel had a great time at Arisia, a fantasy and sci-fi convention in Boston. Here are her top five fun times of the weekend.