GEEK FEST Begins...Now

Hello, everyone, and welcome to Geek Fest. My name is Bella Aire, and I am the chief reviewer for the Not So Closet Geeks (NSCGs).

The idea for Geek Fest began around the time I came up with a name for my site back in the summer of '08. The Not So Closet Geeks as a name came to me when I was brainstorming, and I liked the way it sounded. I loved being a geek, and the name stood out to me. I knew I wanted to celebrate the geekdom by collecting geek-related author guest blogs and sharing them with our readers all during a short time period while hosting contests.The NSCG site took awhile to start up, but finally, around November, my fellow geeks and I began to review more regularly. As time passed, my idea for Geek Fest became more definite. I was indirectly inspired by other themed weeks like those done by Becky's Book Reviews, Book Chic, Reviewer X, and many more. I finally settled for March and started contacting authors. In addition, I decided to include other bloggers in my little event. After all, if they review books for fun, they have to be able to relate to atleast a bit of geekiness, right?

The response was even better than I had imagined. Guest blogs flew in describing every kind of geekiness known to mankind. Book contests were planned out.

I've grown more and more excited about this event. Being a geek has done so much for me. It has given me some amazingly geeky friends, an above average verbal score, and an opportunity to connect with readers and writers all over the world. I see no shame in being a geek. Instead I see a word that describes a vast group of passionate people, dedicated to honing their area of geekiness, not afraid share their loves with the world.

Hopefully by the end of Geek Fest, any and all who have ever felt hurt or embarrassed by the geek label will see the potential in the word geek- the compliment it can be.

Embace the inner geek. Spread the geekdom. Celebrate Geek Fest.

~bella aire~

Meeting Viola Bront

"Hi, there! I'm Viola Bront and I'm a bit on the lazy side. I'm pretty obsessed with learning about history and I love reading books about history, ficional or not. I also enjoy reading nerdy science fiction and fantasy books. I have rather unmanagable curly dark hair that decides to behave on occasions, which comes with a set of matching dark eyes. I like to have fun, which sometimes comes with consequences, but I'm working on trying to stop breaking every rule that's set, especially the ones that are there for good reasons. My lifestyle is a bit out of the norm, but thankfully my friends, a couple are fellow NSCG's, have been pretty supportive about it and I love them for it."

..Viola..


Three songs:

She's a Freak- Hyper Crush
Talks about a girl who's pretty crazy and weird, but catches a lot of attention. It also says she's a freak on the dance floor, and I can't dance so it works out quite well.

Battle of Kadesh- Laurie Ann Haus
This one doesn't really describe me, but it talks about and ancient battle and I love histroy so I had to throw it in.

Jerry Springer- Weird Al
This is "our song" for I guy friend I've known forever, and he's kind of a big part of me.

Revealing Angela Doyle

“Hey! I’m Angela Doyle, a Not-So-Closet-Geek. Obviously, I love to read. My favorite book series are the Twilight, Harry Potter, Pendragon, and Jacky Faber book series, and my favorite book is The Hobbit (I enjoy when Gollum acts tricksy). Of course I have many other favorites, too, but you should check out the official NSCG list on our main profile. When I am not reading a good book, I am either swimming or playing with my fat cat, Smokie, or my destructive dog, Riley. I am also a little obsessed with the color purple. Additionally, I am a huge Gossip Girl fan (the TV show) and have recently become hooked to Burn Notice. CSI (the Las Vegas one) is one of my favorites as well. Forrest Gump, Benchwarmers, and National Treasure (I <3 Riley!) are the best movies ever! That’s about it, and I hope you enjoy our site.”

Songs
NOTE: Since there are no songs I know of that accurately describe my life (swimming, reading, and/or boringness), I present to you a list of songs that I find inspiring/amazing:
Just Fine- Mary J. Blige
Everything- Lifehouse
Any Rob Thomas/Matchbox Twenty song

<3 Angela

P.S. Go VT!

The Liesel Explanation

"Hi, I'm Liesel Weasley! I'm a junior in high school, so that's relatively exciting. I was born and raised in Long Island, New York, but I have somewhat adjusted to the southern ways of life. I have made distinctions between sketchballs, creepers, and lurkers because awkward situations are the best kind of situations! In my spare time, I run, read, write, and sleep… and eat, of course. I am extremely sarcastic and take things seriously, but I am quiet. I have an extremely calm mindset, and it is just about impossible to get me upset. I enjoy a good guffaw every now and then, and I guarantee that I'll be able to put a smile on your face. Questions, comments, and concerns can be directed to my agent. ;)

songs:

1) All You Wanted – Michelle Branch

I wanted to be like youI wanted everything
So I tried to be like you
And I got swept away

This song speaks of a girl who is clearly overwhelmed. She is looking for the feeling of being loved from the perfect person in the midst of her hectic life. Though an older song, it captures the exact feeling I often have – one of someone looking for the smaller things tangled into the confusion of the bigger picture of life.

2) Set Sail – Scary Kids Scaring Kids
Through a stranger's eyes
I take a good look at my life
Only to find that I'm not living
I'm not alive

This song puts things into perspective and vocalizes exactly how I feel about living. You should make every day one that you will remember, because you never know when it will be your last. Stay positive about changes in your life and embrace them before deciding whether they are better or worse. Essentially, we should all keep living life to its fullest in order to find ourselves along the way.

3) Remember the Name – Fort Minor
Nobody really knows how or why he works so hardIt seems like he's never got timeBecause he writes every note and he writes every lineAnd I've seen him at work when that light goes on in his mindIt's like a design is written in his head every timeA little out of the usual genre – a rap song to which I can relate my life? Yes.Sometimes, all you need is a push in the right direction; a little hard work and dedication will always leave a legacy - or, as so clearly stated, 100% reason to remember the name."

Introducing Halley Desinn

"Hi, my name is Halley Desinn. I'll be a junior this year. My family is from the north so I don't really have the "southern" accent and I'm proud to admit it. I'm pretty tall, my eyes are hazel but change to green some days, and I have really long, dirty blonde hair that I've been growing out for forever. I'm kind of tan and hopefully tennis practice will make me even tanner.

I'm definitely unique, opinionated, weird, and goofy, but there's also a really shy side of me. I love to laugh, and I usually end up crying from laughing so much. You could say that I'm addicted to texting, which is why I now have a limit on the amount I text. When I'm bored I usually hang around, listen to music, sit at my computer or talk on the phone.

I absolutely love reading and writing. I really only enjoy reading Young Adult Romance novels. I love reading books by Meg Cabot and Sarah Dessen. My favorite book is the most recent one by Sarah Dessen, Lock and Key. I've written a novel and am hoping to get it published sometime this year. My friends and family are what matter to me most in life and I have no idea what I would do without them. If you have any more questions about me then ask me them, I'm surprisingly open about my life."

And here are her favorite three songs:

Hot N Cold- Katy Perry
This song is about a guy who keeps switching up his mind, which is like the guy I like in a way. "You're hot then you're cold, you're yes then you're no, you're in then you're out, you're up then your down... etc." It's like him telling me he wants to meet me but then never does. "We fight we break up, we kiss we make up" refers to my always forgiving him for not calling me back and stuff, because I don't find a point in holding grudges for such small things.

Clumsy- Fergie
This song is about feeling ditzy around a crush, and I often act "blonde" when I talk to my crushes. But the song says that once one guy stops liking her she moves to the next. This relates to me because if a guy stopped liking me then I could just find another guy to like.

Say it Again- Marie Digby
This song is about a guy telling a girl that he loves her. The girl wants him to keep telling her because "its like the whole world stops to listen". This relates to me because whenever the guy I like tells me he likes me I feel the same way. I want him to "say it again". I think any girl can relate to the feeling this song shows...

Unveiling Nora Green

"Hey there, I just your typical over-excited, friendly (bordering on creepy) teenager. I love reading (you couldn't have guessed without me telling you), baking/cooking, crocheting, and parties. There's a lot to be said about domestic qualities, and there's no reason why they and fun can't go hand in hand. Just ask my Latin teacher, and my friends. I'm down with God, although I don't know how much He likes me. Music is cool, so are movies. I love laughing, giggling, and in some cases even chortling. But not guffawing. That's just for losers. And Nora's OUT (I've always wanted to be ghetto, but sadly that's not a characteristic you're born with. But don't worry, I'll be at heart)."

And here are her three favorite songs:
"Mushaboom"- Feist
First off, I love the artist's voice; it sounds smothery-motherly, plus, her name sounds like "heist", which somehow fits into all her songs. But Mushaboom is such a lovely song. It's mysterious, hopeful, and reminiscent. And if that doesn't just melt your heart, I know that Peaches (the artist, not the fruit) will. Who doesn't want a sexually oriented music artist whispering "Mushaboom" in the background? Oh, and by the way, Mushaboom is small fishing community off the cost of Nova Scotia .

"New Way Out" – Lemon Demon
You know that Beatle's song, "I Am The Walrus". It has a great literary reference about Lewis Carol's "The Walrus and Carpenter", even though everyone thought it was just an acid trip song. This song is so like it. It could be just random thoughts written down, or there could be some genius allusion. You know those kids, the ones who drink and party, but are smart in not just the school-sense, but have almost a more perceptive view on life, greatness, and the works? This song makes me want to have that perception.

"Moving to New York " – Wombats
Yes, finally we have come to the Brits. This song is almost like a mantra that you repeat over and over again. It's such a pun and paradox of a song that I heart it. I always hear this song in high end, cultured places, but I think its hilarious that this song makes fun of that lifestyle. It's just the how and why of this song are hard to explain, which is why I probably the reason I like it. And how sexy is that accent, come on?