Monthly Archives: August 2012

Geeking Out

Sam Raimi blocks unauthorized Evil Dead remake A great collection of photos for Read Comics in Public Day :) ABC is getting a SHIELD show, from the man himself, Joss Whedon. Don’t joke about Space Jam, Lebron. Gillian Anderson talks … Continue reading

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“We’re No.1!” Ladies Rebooted Edition

There’s an old saying that has do with things that aren’t broke, and how you ought not to bother repairing them. Generally I’m a big fan of this idea, as there are times to leave well enough alone, but there … Continue reading

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In Defense of Cute: The Mindy Project

A lot of us are excited for Mindy Kaling’s new show, The Mindy Project, both because Mindy Kaling is hilarious and because we’re looking forward to a new prime-time sitcom featuring a smart, successful, and funny woman of color. The … Continue reading

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Geeking Out

This week we’re geeking out about conscious and innovative design, epic take-downs of racism, and a very special kitten, among many other things.

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“We’re No.1!” The Not-so-Glorious Past Edition

The beginning is always the best part of any new story, and comics are no exception. We’re back again to take a look at the ultimate beginnings, the #1 issues of the new stories in comics hitting the shelves this … Continue reading

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The Myth of the Average Gamer: 2012 Entertainment Software Demographics Deconstructed

Last week, the Entertainment Software Association released their 2012 sales, demographic and usage report for the computer and video game industry. Their findings, while not exactly surprising to those of us who follow the industry, challenge the conventional wisdom about … Continue reading

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Staff Picks

Since GeekGirlCon weekend we seem to have gained some new readers: welcome! We thought it would be good to share with you a list of some of our favorite posts that have appeared here on Geekquality, as well as highlight … Continue reading

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Geeking Out: post-GeekGirlCon round-up

GeekGirlCon is over, yet we still can’t stop thinking and talking about it. As we’ve mentioned before, the idea for this very site emerged at the first GeekGirlCon, last October. Going to Seattle this year not just to attend the … Continue reading

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“We’re No.1!” It’s a hard, slow week Edition

It’s funny how the world of comics ebbs and flows. Some weeks we are awash with new series and story lines; others, there are just a handful of new gems to examine. Often, there are loads of great reads with … Continue reading

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Holy Girlcrush, Batwoman! A Love Letter to Kate Kane

Where terror lurks in the corners of Gotham City, a dark and vengeful hero rises to avenge the people. With the cape, the mask, and a watchful eye, this hero protects the city when it cannot protect itself. And it … Continue reading

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“We’re No.1!”: GeekGirlCon In-flight Reading List Edition.

Hey there, everyone!  It’s a big week, and not just because we (the species in general, not this site) have been landing ROBOTS ON OTHER PLANETS! Also, the bulk of the folks here at Geekquality are headed off to GeekGirlCon, … Continue reading

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Our Geek Girl Con Guide

We’re just a day away from converging for Geek Girl Con. I am looking forward to meeting up with my fellow staffers – Alice Marie, Rick, Lois, and Jen – in Seattle. We send much love and kisses to Elyse, … Continue reading

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Geeking Out

Yes we’re going to say it again: GEEK GIRL CON IN ONE WEEK! We will be there! Doing a panel! Going to other panels! Hitting the town for karaoke! Details here. A few other items of note this week: We … Continue reading

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“We’re No.1!”: Everything Comes in Pairs Edition

It’s a big week for new stories in comics, in more ways than one. There is a veritable wealth of #1’s on the shelves this week, both from the solid indie creators like IDW and Image, and even some fun … Continue reading

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Pardon our dust!

We’ve been a little quiet over here (although we have a couple of posts and a podcast episode coming down the pipe line over the next week and a half) because we’re in the midst of preparing for our trip … Continue reading

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