Michael Ann Dobbs, Author at Gizmodo

What it’s like to be a young writer working with Joss Whedon and Kevin Williamson

Andrew Chambliss is one of the most successful young writers in television — he’s written some of the most memorable episodes of Joss Whedon’s Dollhouse and The Vampire Diaries. He told us what it’s like to work with genre legends. When did you first become a science fiction/fantasy fan? And what’s your favorite scifi/fantasy that…

Television Michael Ann Dobbs Feb 22

12 Fictional Glasses That Would Give Lady Gaga a Run for Her Money

Lady Gaga is bringing futuristic video screen glasses to the world, but movies and television have already expanded our eyewear horizons. Here are a dozen specs, lenses and goggles with powers that go far beyond video play Doc Brown Not only are they stylish in any century, these safety glasses are rated for time travel.…

io9 Michael Ann Dobbs Jan 7

The Greatest Knitting Patterns in the Universe

Winter is the perfect time to cozy up in front of a fire and knit. But there’s no reason those yarn projects can’t celebrate our love for all things science fiction and fantasy. Here are 20 awesome free knit/crochet patterns. 1) R2D2 Beanie This is the droid hat pattern you’re looking for. By Carissa from…

io9 Michael Ann Dobbs Dec 24

Six ideas for presents you can have ready by Friday

Holiday shopping sucks. There are crowded stores and websites with unreliable shipping. Besides, you’re busy discovering a billion new stars and planning a Doctor Who Christmas Special party. Don’t worry, because we’ve got your back with this awesome guide. For even more gifty madness, check out io9’s Ultra-Futuristic Gift Guide. https://gizmodo.com/io9s-ultra-futuristic-science-fiction-gift-guide-5713980 1) DIY Steampunk Kit…

Books & Comics Michael Ann Dobbs Dec 21

Geeky Gifts For Kids

Some geeky kids know the product number of the action figure needed to complete their collection. And some kids teeter on the brink of geekdom. Bring smiles to both groups with these games, toys and books. Toddlers Here Comes Science – They Might Be Giants This DVD/CD set covers scientific topics like photosynthesis, elements, states…

io9 Michael Ann Dobbs Dec 10

Michael Ann Dobbs

What it’s like to be a young writer working with Joss Whedon and Kevin Williamson

12 Fictional Glasses That Would Give Lady Gaga a Run for Her Money

The Greatest Knitting Patterns in the Universe

Six ideas for presents you can have ready by Friday

Geeky Gifts For Kids

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