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A Newbie’s View: Superman and Wonder Woman

September 4, 2012Dakster Sullivan

By now, most comic book fans have heard that Superman and Lois Lane are no longer the “it” couple of DC Comics. Replacing the famous reporter is none other than the Amazonian Princess, Wonder Woman. I’ve heard that the two have dated briefly in the past, but it was nothing like what he had in the story lines with Lois. Looking at this from a newbies stand point, I’m excited to see where this goes, because I think the characters compliment each other nicely.

GeekMom: Comic Book Corner — August 22nd, 2012

August 22, 2012December 15, 2017Dakster Sullivan

Happy Comic Release Day! Welcome to another installment of GeekMom Comic Book Corner, where we recap our adventures in comics for the week.

Geek Burlesque is Like Nothing You’ve Seen Before

August 4, 2012Helen Barker

If you have never been to a burlesque show, maybe now is the time to go. Still not convinced? How about if it incorporated a Ghostbusters parody, a Star Wars vs. Star Trek battle, steampunk, or maybe a zombie hunt?

The Dark Knight Rises Official Movie Novelization

August 2, 2012Nicole Wakelin

The Dark Knight Rises novelization by Greg Cox contains no surprises, but it does contain that little bit more that Batman fans will love.

Batman and Spider-Man Fans, These Are the Trivia Books for You!

July 24, 2012Nicole Wakelin

You think you know Batman and Spider-Man? Then prove it with these trivia books that ask every question you could possibly think to ask about your favorite superheros.

GeekMom: Comic Book Corner — July 18th, 2012

July 18, 2012December 15, 2017Dakster Sullivan

Happy Comic Release Day! Welcome to another installment of GeekMom Comic Book Corner, where we recap our adventures in comics for the week.

31 Places to Visit That Will Give You Movie Déjà Vu

July 12, 2012Ruth Suehle

Some places are famous for showing up in movies. Some places never seem to stop showing up in them. Here are 31 places that you’ll recognize not just from one movie or TV show, but from two, three, or even dozens.

The GeekMoms Podcast #24: Spider-Man and Batman Trivia Author Alan Kistler

June 22, 2012Nicole Wakelin

This week Nicole Wakelin is joined by Alan Kistler, author of the recently published The Unofficial Spider-Man Trivia Challenge and The Unofficial Batman Trivia Challenge. Each has over 800 questions about your favorite heroes and will put any fan’s knowledge to the test.

Dear Necktie…Why??

June 15, 2012Dakster Sullivan

Why do we give neck ties for father’s day? This is something that has puzzled me since I was a teenager. I don’t recall getting my dad a tie for Father’s day, but it seems like that is what every dad should expect to get.

A Look Back at My First Experiences in the Comic Book World

May 24, 2012Dakster Sullivan

As the DC Comics New 52 Justice League and Justice League International Volume 1 are released, I’ve been looking back at my first experiences in the comic book world. Since January, a few of my articles ended up on DC Comics Facebook page, I met both Tony Bedard and Dan Didio, and I made a new comic book friend in Bill McCray. Comic Book Corner on GeekMom is going strong and I enjoy not only contributing, but also reading the other GeekMoms’ take on the comic book world.

From Fighting Cancer To Fighting Crime

April 19, 2012Dakster Sullivan

Last week, the Police and Firefighters of Arlington Texas helped grant the wish of a 7-year old boy fighting Leukemia. Kye’s wish was to be Batman battling bad guys in a high action movie. With the help of Wish with Wings, the Arlington Police and Firefighter Department as well as the Mayor’s office and a […]

There’s a Lot to See–Plan Your Summer Movie Schedule Now

April 11, 2012Ruth Suehle6

As I sat through a half-hour of trailers at The Hunger Games this past weekend, I realized how many geektastic movies are coming out this summer that I’m going to want to see. Seriously. It’s absolute madness how many geek-appealing movies are crammed into the next few months. I’m already behind, having not yet seen […]

GeekMom Comic Book Corner – April 4th, 2012

April 4, 2012December 15, 2017Dakster Sullivan3

Happy Comic Release Day! Welcome to another installment of GeekMom Comic Book Corner, where we recap our adventures in comics for the week. Corrina One title jumps out at me this week: Legends of the Dark Knight: Jim Aparo. Yes, it’s pricey at $49.99 but it collects all the Brave & the Bold team-ups drawn […]

GeekMom Comic Book Corner: DC New 52 — Let’s Talk Batman and Superman

March 7, 2012December 15, 2017Dakster Sullivan1

One day my younger brother Douglas and I headed to our local comic book store. Douglas has been interested in reading comics again so I suggested he start reading the New 52. Since I already buy Justice League and Justice League International, he decided to get Batman and Superman so we could swap comics. I […]

DC New 52: A Newbie’s Point of View

February 4, 2012Dakster Sullivan23

When DC announced their new 52 series, I was ecstatic. I have always wanted to get into reading the Superman, Batman, and the Justice League comics. What scared me out of getting into it was all the history I didn’t know. The new 52 gave me what I was looking for…a fresh start with all my favorite comic book characters. I would like to think I know a lot about Batman and the others, but the truth is I am a complete newbie to their comic book worlds.

In Honor of Edgar Allan Poe’s Birthday: The Batman: Nevermore

January 19, 2012Dakster Sullivan4

On this day in 1809, Edgar Allan Poe was born. In recognition of that day, Dakster shares comparisons to a character who was influenced by Poe’s work, Batman…. While taking English Composition II in college, I was given one of my most interesting homework assignments. My Professor asked us each to pick a story written […]

May the Force Be With Joe

August 15, 2011Gina Clifford9

What do Star Wars, The Lion King, The Matrix, the Batman movie series, 2001: A Space Odyssey, and the Indiana Jones movies have in common? Joseph Campbell’s work was the inspiration for all of them. Actually, Joseph Campbell influenced many more great artists, musicians, and authors. J.K. Rowling (the Harry Potter series) and Christopher Paolini (the Inheritance […]

Batman: The Dark Knight Rises Poster, What Does It Mean?

July 12, 2011Nicole Wakelin

Batman fans are rejoicing at the release of the first official poster for The Dark Knight Rises, the third and final installment of Christopher Nolan’s films. It’s not due out until Summer 2012, yeah, a whole year from now, but the release of this poster has the internet abuzz with speculation and excitement. It takes […]

Book Expo’s Books for Geeks

May 31, 2011Amy Kraft1

Take a convention center, fill it with books and the people who love them, and you’re bound to make a geek happy. Book Expo America is such an event, and it’s one of my favorites each year. Though it’s largely about publishers letting book buyers and librarians know what’s new in their catalogues, Book Expo […]

What to Get Your GeekMom for Mother’s Day

May 2, 2011Amy Kraft1

Here it is, the definitive GeekMom Mother’s Day shopping guide. I surveyed my fellow GeekMoms to see what everyone most wanted for Mother’s Day, outside of the lovely pleasantries of nice meals cooked for us, time spent with our adorable children, and moments of solitude. This is our list, and chances are there’s something on […]