A review by octavia_cade
The Fangirl's Guide to the Galaxy: A Handbook for Girl Geeks by Sam Maggs

lighthearted fast-paced

2.0

This is a beginner's guide to fandom - how to go to a convention, how to find other fans online, how to cosplay and so forth - that's directed entirely at women. The oft-repeated message is that fans, no matter their gender, should feel free to like what they like and make friends with other fans who like what they like, even if it's sometimes different. It's basically an entry-level text, which is fine: fittingly, the book is very accessible, being both friendly and laidback. The determinedly perky tone can get a little wearing, but then sometimes relentless positivity is what's needed, and if this book does encourage more women to embrace fandom then all credit to Maggs for laying out the welcome mat. 

I've got to say, though, just reading the description of mega-conventions like the San Diego Comic Con is enough to make me slightly anxious! I think I'll stick to the smaller cons with less people...