Autumn is flirting with us here in the Sonoran Desert! Temperatures have actually been under 100F, and each day that happens feels like a reprieve after such a hot summer. I am eager for autumnal treats, fashions, and festivities. With the help of our dear friend and regular collaborator, Eve Riot, we unleashed our Spooky … More September – October Calendar
September 4th -6th I am thrilled to return to Tucson Comic-Con with my wonderful chums and the Tucson Steampunk Society. As always, I am getting up to many Tea-nanigans with the Tuscon Steampunk Society at our booth in the Hall of Heroes (#HH013). For the length of the weekend, we transform our space into a … More Tucson Comic-Con Escapades
The Grand Arbiter is scampering off on his own grand adventure this week at Magic Command Fest in Toronto! Whilst he is away slinging cards, I shall be here, unattended and getting up to all sorts of tomfoolery. Oh dear! Perhaps I should resist the temptation to create and entire tartan wardrobe for the Arbiter … More Weekly Tea and Tomfoolery
As predicted, July was absolutely a whirlwind of activity. From Cog Match to Costume College, everything was a delightful mad dash! Truly, the month was full of wonderful escapades; however, I found myself thoroughly knackered at the beginning of August. Thank you for your patience as I’ve taken a little time to catch my breath. … More August – September Calendar
I have returned from my escapades at Costume College and I have so much to share about that event! I am so grateful that I got to see so many of you there this year and that we managed to carve out some quality time despite my hectic schedule. What an absolutely delightful whirlwind! Now … More Weekly Tea and Tomfoolery
Sunday, July 19th, at 4:30 PM Pacific (Seattle/Tucson) — 7:30 PM Eastern (Montreal/Atlanta) We’re going to delve into a Paris World’s Fair like no other with The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi. I am eager to discuss this beautiful book with you all today. Chokshi creates a version of Paris and L’ Exposition Universelle filled … More July Steampunk Book Chat
Sunday, July 19th, at 4:30 PM Pacific (Seattle/Tucson) — 7:30 PM Eastern (Atlanta/Montreal) We are half way through our bookish year together! We’ve enjoyed so many lovey books this year, and I am so please that we can delve into the second half of our reading list starting with The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi. … More July Steampunk Book Chat
How did July get so very busy? No truly, I know the answer but I am still agog! It’s been hard to organize the calendar for this month because there are so very many things afoot, including Costume College. In order to preserve my sanity and my ability to endure the ever increasing temperatures here … More July Calendar
The Grand Arbiter and I plan to carry on celebrating Pride into the rest of the summer which means we certainly have more cheeky nonsense planned for July. This week is a little quiet in deference to a certain holiday happening over the weekend but expect a rousing Friday Teatime! Tonight, I am back with … More Weekly Tea and Tomfoolery
June 28th 4:30 PM Pacific (Seattle/Tucson) — 7:30 PM Eastern (Montreal/Atlanta) Today is our steampunk book chat! I am absolutely twitterpated with the Karen Memory series. Naturally, this means I am pleased as punch that we can sit down for a lively chat with our author guest Elizabeth Bear to discuss her latest installment in … More June Steampunk Book Chat with special guest Elizabeth Bear
Madame Askew and The Grand Arbiter 