Tag Archives: nerd/geek culture

I’m a fan. I go to conventions; my heart literally skips beats at the thought of sharing a few moments of time with my fandom idols and I get euphoric when I’m in their presence. Yeah, I spend money to get into these events and I part with hard-earned cash …

Song after song, from beginning to end, Meri Amber's 'Retro Sherbet' will dazzle you with its irresistible hooks, attention to musical detail, and its nostalgic, bubblegum sweetness. If you have any love for the 90s at all, this is a must-listen.

Featuring Contributions by Superstar Writers and Artists Margaret Atwood, Marjorie Liu, Noelle Stevenson, Mariko Tamaki, Editor Hope Nicholson, and More Dark Horse Comics announced today plans to publish the highly anticipated anthology The Secret Loves of Geek Girls. Editor Hope Nicholson has assembled a dazzling mix of prose, comics, and …

'The Fifth Season' is N.K. Jemisin's most political work yet. But she doesn’t sacrifice storytelling in the service of a broader message in this enlightening and entertaining novel.

From the panels to the celebrity autograph signings, all signs indicated Wizard World Chicago 2015 to be a robust, well-organized con in its prime.

The creator of the 'Rock, Paper, Cynic' webcomic is doing a kickstarter for an album that he describes as being a "musical mad science experiment."

Whovian or not, do hop into this musical TARDIS with Meri Amber as she takes you on an eclectic tour of genres and influences in 'Pop Goes the TARDIS.'

Here's our round-up of Toronto ComiCon 2015.

An encounter with comic legend Neal Adams kicked off my Toronto ComiCon weekend in an interesting way and got me thinking about cynicism in the business.

Meri Amber's 90s concept album for FAWM dazzled many with its catchy hooks and polish. In this interview we asked her for her FAWMing tips and insights.

Geeky Pleasures' 'Girl Power Wristlet' is exactly as advertised: powerful female superheroes wrapped around a stylish, well-made wristlet.

I proudly present the songs of Pop Mythology and its wonderful collaborators from FAWM (Feb. Album Writing Month) 2015. Live long and prosper.

I am pleased to report that I have "won" FAWM! That means I was able to do at least 14 songs during the month (as of this writing I'm at 19).

A great subscription service with geek toys and contests that every member of the family can enjoy.

Week 2 of FAWM had me floating in a gelatinous cube of creative ecstasy. Here is my regrettably abridged list of favorite songs out of many wonderful ones.