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
Saturday, August 22nd, at 10 AM Pacific (Seattle/Tucson) — 1 PM Eastern (Montreal/Atlanta) I am thrilled beyond measure that I shall be sitting down for a little tea and conversation with the thoroughly irrepressible Caroline Stevermer. I have loved her work since I first read her short stories in the marvelous fantasy fiction anthologies from … More Sip the Tea with special guest Caroline Stevermer
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
Originally posted to our Patreon We have quite a week ahead! Tomorrow, I shall endeavour to overcome the technology curse that has befallen the Bird Sanctuary and Ghost Cat Hermitage for our weekly Twitch and Stitch. Join me live at 5 PM Pacific (Seattle) — 8 PM Eastern , live on (Montreal) on YouTube, Twitch, … More Weekly Tea and Tomfoolery
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
Friday, July 17th, at 6:30 PM Pacific — 9:30 PM Eastern If you joined us last Friday for teatime, then you already know that we are hosting our 5th Annual Bastille Day Cog Match Game. We have some wonderful guests already confirmed, new questions, and extra cheekiness being shipped in direct from France or at … More 5th Annual Bastille Day Cog Match Game
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
Madame Askew and The Grand Arbiter 