Pattern Review: BS-03-2013-135 – The Bridge Four Biker Jacket

So, it’s been a while since I’ve sewn anything fun for myself.  Actually, scratch that, it’s been a while since I’ve sewn anything for myself at all.  I’d fallen into a bit of a sewing rut, and after last year’s awful summer, I hadn’t had much energy or desire to sew anything at all.  This … More Pattern Review: BS-03-2013-135 – The Bridge Four Biker Jacket

A Book Nerd’s Paradise: San Diego Comic-Con 2015 Recap

Yes, in internet time Comic-Con is now officially old news, but as this is the first time I’ve ever been able to attend for any significant length of time (and only the second time I’ve been able to go at all) I’m still pretty hyped.  Not to mention that this year’s SDCC was proof that … More A Book Nerd’s Paradise: San Diego Comic-Con 2015 Recap

Book Review: Uprooted

I first heard about Uprooted on Tor’s Rocket Talk podcast (Episode 54), when the host was absolutely gushing over the latest novel by fantasy author Naomi Novik.  The podcast’s host often gives positive reviews about (some) of the books he mentions, but I have rarely heard him as excited as he was about Uprooted.  Shortly thereafter, Uprooted was again … More Book Review: Uprooted

Book Review: Armada

I’m months behind in writing my book reviews, and while I feel like I should finish my older reviews first, I couldn’t help but jump in to the current discussion surrounding Ernest Cline’s latest novel, Armada. Before I start my review, I feel the need to state that I am a huge Ready Player One fan.  I … More Book Review: Armada