Nerd Out! The Happiness of Being a Fan

In 'Just a Geek', Wil Wheaton shares his personal and difficult journey to self-discovery. The book covers his transition from a teen star to a struggling actor, his struggles with being typecast as Wesley Crusher from 'Star Trek: The Next Generation', and his discovery of new passions such as HTML, blogging, Linux, and web design. It also includes his reactions to the 9-11 disaster, his relationships with his family, and his transition from an actor to a successful author and blogger. The memoir is known for its honesty, wit, and self-deprecating humor, making it relatable and engaging for readers.

This book is not just about Benedict Cumberbatch; it's a deeper exploration of women's passions and desires after adolescence. Carvan discusses how societal expectations can squeeze out the space for joy in women's lives and argues for the importance of loving things wholeheartedly, even if they seem frivolous. The book is a mix of personal memoir, feminist commentary, and a call to action to find and embrace one's passions without shame.

In Still Just a Geek, Wil Wheaton updates his 2004 memoir, Just a Geek, with insightful and often laugh-out-loud annotated comments, additional later writings, and all new material. The book is a raw and honest memoir that covers his life from his early days as a child actor, his time on Star Trek: The Next Generation, his struggles with depression, and his journey to finding fulfillment in his career and personal life. The annotations provide a unique perspective on his past writings, reflecting his growth and changes in perspective over the years.