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Intruder Alert! Intruder Alert! The ‘Berzerk’ x RepliCade has Arrived

April 11, 2024April 11, 2024Paul Benson

Berzerk x RepliCade is a triumph of form and function.

‘Quest’s End: Rogue’ Comes Out of the Shadows

March 28, 2024March 28, 2024Paul Benson

‘Quest’s End: Rogue’ has a subtle flavor with a strength that sneaks up on you.

Win an Exclusive ‘Arthur the King’ Children’s Book

March 20, 2024March 19, 2024Paul Benson

Lionsgate is giving away two copies of the children’s book, not available in stores.

Review: The MEE Audio partySPKR Is the Goldilocks of Portable Speakers – Just Right

March 5, 2024March 5, 2024Ken Denmead

MEE Audio’s partySPKR is the Goldilocks of wireless party speakers: it’s just right in so many ways.

MegaCon Orlando 2024 – Big Names. Big Cosplay.

February 21, 2024February 20, 2024Dakster Sullivan

MegaConvention hit Orlando hard February 1st – 4th, 2024 with high-profile guests, amazing artists, and impressive panels to entertain and educate conventioneers of all ages.

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2024

February 7, 2024February 7, 2024Dakster Sullivan

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner so it’s time to check out a few of our favorite things to get our someone special.

February 2024 Book Preview

February 7, 2024February 6, 2024Robin Brooks

A new month means a new pile of books. Here’s what I’m hoping to read in the next 28 (oh, no – 29!) days. If you want to check out my January 2023 reviews, you can do so, here. Children’s Books Starting my children’s book choices for February is The Fight That Made Us by Sarah Haggar […]

‘A Real Bug’s Life’ Comes to Disney+

January 22, 2024January 22, 2024Michael Knight

‘A Real Bug’s Life’ is a real-life documentary series taking viewers on an incredible adventure into nine different micro bug worlds around the globe. The series begins streaming Wednesday, January 24th only on Disney+ .

‘Countdown to Yesterday’ by Shirley Marr: A Book Review

January 17, 2024January 18, 2024Robin Brooks

‘Countdown to Yesterday’ is a riveting, often funny, time-travel fable that will help readers understand the dynamics of family break-up.

The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy Movies of 2023

December 28, 2023December 27, 2023Rob Huddleston

2023 turned out to be a pretty good year for those of us who enjoy science fiction and fantasy movies!

Welcome…To Jurassic Prank!

December 25, 2023December 25, 2023Dakster Sullivan

Dear family… it was me all along. To everyone else, welcome to my Christmas Day confession.

Britannica’s ‘Encyclopedia Infographica:’ A Book Review

December 13, 2023December 12, 2023Robin Brooks

With its ‘Encyclopedia Infographica,’ Britannica and What on Earth Books prove that printed knowledge can still compete with the internet.

A cocktail on the bar at Calwise distillery.

Holiday Spirits Recommendations – This Year Drink and Gift Local

December 6, 2023December 5, 2023Ken Denmead

This year, if you’re looking for special spirits as gifts or for your own party or family gathering, see if you can find a local distillery. Plus, try this potent holiday recipe for Boilo!

‘The Lost Cause’ by Cory Doctorow: A Book Review

November 29, 2023November 30, 2023Robin Brooks

‘The Lost Cause’ is Cory Doctorow’s latest technothriller that pits young free thinkers against an older generation set in its ways.

Experience ICE! Featuring Charlie Brown – Gaylord Palms 2023

November 22, 2023November 21, 2023Dakster Sullivan

ICE! at Gaylord Palms in Orlando, Florida returns for its 22nd year and the artisans from Harbin, China have done it again with masterpieces of clear and colored ice sculptures to amaze all ages. This year, we are joined by none other than Charlie Brown and the gang. Of all the Charlie Brown experiences in […]

Improv Comedy and High Fantasy Collide in ‘Faster, Purple Worm! Kill! Kill!’

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023Paul Benson

‘Whose Line Is it Anyway’ meets ‘Dungeons & Dragons.’

Halloween Horror Nights 2023 Merch Review

October 19, 2023October 19, 2023Dakster Sullivan

This year Halloween Horror Nights brings in the strangest of merch with season four of Stranger Things being featured. Let’s check out our favorite pieces.

New York Comic Con 2023 – Back To The Big Time

October 19, 2023October 18, 2023Ray Goldfield

New York Comic Con was back with its biggest event since 2019 – but was bigger even better?

Fun.com Halloween 2023 Review: Tale As Old As Time…Beauty And The Beast

October 11, 2023October 10, 2023Dakster Sullivan

Come with us as we check out the Deluxe Belle and Beast costumes from Fun.com, just in time for Halloween 2023.

A High-End Whiskey for Tabletop Roleplayers Takes the Stage With ‘Quest’s End’

September 27, 2023September 27, 2023Paul Benson

This high-end whiskey for tabletop roleplayers goes on sale October 6th.

‘Rebel Skies’ & ‘Rebel Fires:’ A Book Review

September 20, 2023September 19, 2023Robin Brooks

‘Rebel Skies’ and ‘Rebel FIre’ are the first two books in a captivating fantasy trilogy that features an innovative paper based magic system!

‘Disney: Lorcana:’ It’s a Whole New World!

September 13, 2023September 14, 2023Robin Brooks

Disney ‘Lorcana’ might be a whole new world for some parents. How best to navigate the complicated world of trading cards games?

‘Always a Sword: A Sword & Sorcery Adventure’ D20 Giveaway

September 5, 2023September 13, 2023Paul Benson

Win a Shout! TV-branded 20-sided die.

‘Abandon’ by Blake Crouch: A Book Review

August 30, 2023August 30, 2023Robin Brooks

‘Abandon’ by Blake Crouch is a thriller spanning two timelines. Why exactly did a whole town disappear? Greed and gold hold the answer.

Green Stuff World – Painting ‘Shatterpoint’ Part 1

August 7, 2023August 6, 2023Robin Brooks

Robin checks out the range of speed paints or “dipping inks” by Green Stuff World. He tests them on some B1 droids.

Crowdfunding Tabletop Roundup

July 12, 2023July 11, 2023Jonathan H. Liu

It’s time for another tabletop roundup!

‘The Boy Who Made Monsters:’ A Book Review

July 12, 2023July 11, 2023Robin Brooks

‘The Boy Who Made Monsters’ examines childhood grief while telling the amusing tale of Benji and his quest to fake a loch monster.

‘Hokey Pokey’ by Kate Mascarenhas: A Book Review

July 5, 2023July 4, 2023Robin Brooks

‘Hokey Pokey’ is a roaring twenties tale that invokes both Agatha Christie and the gothic horror greats. An on trend novel with a unique take.

Audeze LCD-XC Closed-Back Headphones Are the Best I’ve Ever Heard

July 5, 2023July 4, 2023Ken Denmead

These are outstanding headphones that can adapt to your music and make it sound great. They are also heavy and expensive, which may limit their appeal to many listeners.