When it comes to the holidays, books are my go-to gift. (All of the small children in my family know that Aunt Casey is trying to force them to read whether they like it or not.) Of course, it can sometimes be difficult to know exactly what someone’s tastes are, or even more difficult if they’re a serious bibliophile, what they’ve already read. But still, there are always the off-the-beaten path choices for the geeky reader in your life, and here are a few suggestions!
This book promises “real science, great hacks, and good food” – it’s a cookbook for someone who wants to be a little more creative rather than just following recipes, not to mention cultivating an interest in the science behind the process. Plus, learn how to calibrate your kitchen tools and read some interviews with researchers and food scientists! (I recommend the butternut squash soup.)
Star Trek: The Original Series 360
Written by Ken Denmead over at Wired’s GeekDad, this book is filled with ideas and instructions for DIY projects for “techie dads raising kids in their own geeky image.” So if you know someone who’s interested in making their own slip ‘n slide, or cyborg jack-o’-lanterns, or a lamp out of LEGOs, this might be an awesomely geeky present.
Threadless: Ten Years of T-shirts from the World’s Most Inspiring Online Design Community
DC Comics Encyclopedia and Marvel Encyclopedia
Scott Pilgrim’s Precious Little Box Set
Packing for Mars
Geeky Dreamboats
The Zombie Survival Guide
And of course, if you’re looking for fiction ideas for the speculative fiction fan in your life, maybe you can start them off on a series they haven’t read yet – check out our lists of 5 epic science fiction book series and 5 epic fantasy book series.
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