When I caught wind of Emerald City Comicon’s special event, “Guardians of the Sexy: a Geeky Celebration in Burlesque,” my heart soared. Geeky burlesque, aka “nerdlesque”? Yes! I am so there! And then I tried to buy tickets and discovered they were sold out, and I was sad. When I heard how awesome the show was, I wept salty…
Her Universe SDCC 2015 Fashion Show In Photos!
Geek couture brand Her Universe returned to San Diego Comic Con this year for their second fashion show competition in what Eckstein has previously stated she hopes becomes an SDCC tradition. 25 designers from around the country competed for the top prize: a chance to design a geeky-themed collection for retailer Hot Topic. The panel…
A Positive Book on Gender Roles That Inspired a Song: Interview with Made by Raffi author Craig Pomranz
Gender role and gender policing are two terms weighing heavy on my mind lately, especially how “hands on” or “hands off” an approach I should take with my children. Even though Made by Raffi was released about a year ago, the book’s careful consideration when dealing with a child’s questions about how they fit in…
Tokyopop Up Like a Phoenix: The Good Times, The Bad, The Then, and The Now
Now that Tokyopop is rising from the ashes, it’s time to talk about the glory days (and the grotty secrets). Roundtable time!
Screen Daze: Kids’ Webcomics to Binge On
The kids are home for the summer, and the amazing Kids Read Comics Convention has ended. The long days of boredom stretch ahead of them, and not everyday can be spent at the library or bookstore. Luckily, there’s a fix for that. Webcomics are great for everyone, kids included, and this month we’ve rounded up…
Kids Are Complicated Too: Pixar’s Latest Is Turning Stereotypes Inside Out
Inside Out Directed by: Peter Doctor Screenplay by: Peter Doctor, Meg LeFauve, and Josh Cooley Disney/PIXAR (June 19, 2015) Disney/PIXAR’s latest film explores yet-uncharted territory: a look at the tween mind from the inside. Five emotions—led by Amy Poehler’s effervescent Joy—live in eleven-year-old Riley’s mind and operate a control board that creates Riley’s thoughts and…