Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Magnus Karlsson

Today we have with us Magnus Karlsson, a designer with Fireside Games, who recently designed the Mom’s Choice Award-winning game Zoomies. In the highly competitive gaming industry, designers are known to need a strong creative vision, which Magnus clearly possesses. But he’s quick to say that getting from idea to finished product is really a team effort. He also views board games as a medium for bringing people together. Read on to discover his role in accomplishing that. Read More

Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Anne-Marie De Witt

Today we have back with us Anne-Marie De Witt, the co-creator of Firesign Games, whose latest—Ultimatch—recently won a Mom’s Choice Award. These popular games, created by Anne-Marie and her husband, Justin (also featured in an earlier interview), let players work together in games known for quick play and collaborative decision-making that some call “positively addicting.” Read More

Tradeshow Spotlight: Sweet Suite 2024

I attended Toy Insider’s Sweet Suite in NYC on a scorching Wednesday afternoon last month. I look forward to Sweet Suite every year because the newest and hottest toys are unveiled for the first time! It is so awesome to ooh and ahh over the latest toys that these creative masterminds come up with. This year did not disappoint! Read More

Giveaway: Hootenanny Games’ Bundle Pack

We are giving away the Hootenanny Games’ Bundle Pack featuring their award-winning games, “Snarkas, SIXEM, Floats McGoats,” to 1 lucky winner! ​About the Bundle:   Enter for your chance to win a copy of all three of Hootenanny Games’ Mom’s Choice Award Winners! This giveaway includes one copy each of Snarkas, SIXEM, and Floats McGoats. The games are fun for kids and adults alike, and with engaging how-to-play videos on the Hootenanny … Read More

Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Roberta Taylor

MCA Interview Series Featured image Roberta Taylor

We’re delighted to be able to speak with Roberta Taylor, the creator of a new board game titled Creature Comforts. This nature-themed family game provides fun for both adults and children (ages 8 and up) as they take steps to prepare their “burrow” for the upcoming winter. Read More