I started Game Design Unboxed to learn how games go from inspiration to publication. Over 150 interviews later, I’m still learning from every designer’s unique journey. What started as a way for me to grow has become a resource for other designers, too.

After seeing hundreds of game pitches over the years on both sides of the table I've learned very few games are rejected simply because they aren't fun. Publishers evaluate the entire package—from market fit and production costs to how easily they can explain and sell the game. Understanding those factors can help designers create stronger pitches and avoid some of the most common pitfalls. I've created a quick list that hopefully sums up my experience from pitching and doing

A design journal of my thoughts and experiences from co-designing the game HerStory published by Underdog Games.

This memorial weekend I had the opportunity to volunteer at PaizoCon 2022 for Tabletop Gaymers. I joined as an officer in the beginning...

A Q/A on how queerness has always been a part of the gaming industry but the rise in queerness in the games industry has exploded recently!

This is a follow up to what it means to be a gaymer girl. I take a look at how being a member of the LGBTQ+ community has impacted me.

Tangle is a competitive see who can push as many of their own colors as possible before the random timer runs out. It's frenzied fun!

Sorry for the long absence in blog posts. A lot has happened between the end of 2020 and the beginning of 2021. So this post will be...

It has been a goal of mine for years to start up a podcast. A few years back I thought I might do a superhero origins podcast talking...

September was my birthday month meaning my friends couldn’t say no to a game night or two! Check out this month's review!

August’s game journal features two games on the Board Game Kaptian’s youtube channel!

Think before you message a stranger online. Here is my response to unwanted social media messages.

If you're interested in starting your own online game design group check out how I brought Chicago's group online!

This month I started it out right on the Fourth of July with a game I’ve never played, Ishatar: Gardens of Babylon.

Between COVID19 and life my game design has slowed down. Thankfully I am finding new ways to remotivate myself into getting out of this rut.

Another game journal written during the CoronaVirus. But this time I got to play games with my brother and the Board Game Kaptain!

Alternate ways to pitching games for designers who can’t physically go to a convention because of their health, wealth or a disability.

Let's work to help LGBTQ+ members and females feel more equal in the tabletop gaming community.

I’ve officially survived two years of pitching games to publishers at Conventions and here’s what I’ve learned!

Let's see what tabletop games I've played in May 2020!