Tag Archives: tips

How to be a Responsible Fan

Posted on June 21, 2014 by fandomwanderers

As you may know, Wanderers, we’re going to be leaving you for a while, so we wanted to make sure you’ve got a quick reference guide to the kind of things we’ve been trying to promote. So, without further ado, … Continue reading →

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Some Tips for Cosplaying

Posted on May 24, 2014 by fandomwanderers

It’s coming up for that time of year again, people. Yes, that’s right, it’s just about time for pretty much all the conventions to happen, and even if you can’t get to any of the big ones, there’s a likely … Continue reading →

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What to do During a Clear-Out

Posted on May 10, 2014 by fandomwanderers

There comes a point in everyone’s fandom life when they realise they probably have too much in the way of DVDs, CDs, games, or whatever it is you may have. Actually, this is probably just a thing for everyone full … Continue reading →

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How to Start a Collection

Posted on March 15, 2014 by fandomwanderers

I’ve mentioned this to you before, my dear Wanderers, but I am a collector. In particular, I collect action figures, ranging from the cheap mass produced ones, to the high-range made for the collectors market style. Though, actually, I never … Continue reading →

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How to Behave in a Comic Shop

Posted on March 1, 2014 by fandomwanderers

The comic shop is still, for many, an intimidating place to be. And, to be fair to those many, it’s not really hard to see why. Face it; a comic shop is a place where only a relatively niche selection … Continue reading →

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How to Take a Break from Fandom(s)

Posted on February 15, 2014 by fandomwanderers

Wanderers, we’ve mentioned before that fandom is supposed to be fun. It’s often a coming-together of people who share similar interests and values. But sometimes, it all turns a bit sour, or you’re not feeling it just now, or you … Continue reading →

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How To Be in Fandom

Posted on February 1, 2014 by fandomwanderers

Yeah. Okay, I’ll hold my hands up and admit it, the idea for this issue’s tips is a little on the reaching for it side. But we received a request, that will be looked at in another issue, and it … Continue reading →

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How to Be a Good Audience Member

Posted on January 18, 2014 by fandomwanderers

Well, Wanderers, sometimes it’s good to go out and watch something at the cinema or theatre. This can,  however, be fraught with difficulties due to the fact that people are quite easy to annoy. They’re even easier to annoy if … Continue reading →

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How to Deal with Bullying in Fandoms

Posted on December 21, 2013 by fandomwanderers

Wanderers, as much as fandom is an escape from reality, a safe haven for our creative urges, sometimes less…welcome behaviours slip in. I am, of course, talking about bullying. Bullying is a serious matter, whether it be in person, online, … Continue reading →

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How to Write the Perfect Summary for Your Fanfic

Posted on December 7, 2013 by fandomwanderers

So you watched a fantastic film or read a brilliant book and you found yourself inspired. You’ve spent the past few days pouring your heart and soul into a new piece of fanfiction. You’ve worked hard on making sure the … Continue reading →

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