Know someone who is into retro games and looking for a last-minute Christmas present? Then a copy of this new book (and a subscription to @TheMagPi) is sure to be well received. Only £10!

Really enjoyed writing the latest issue of the brilliant Future Genius series, following on from Ancient Egypt. Packed with puzzles and activities, it’s aimed at kids aged 7-11. Out now in all good newsagents and supermarkets etc or buy online. magazinesdirect.com/mobile/az-maga…

Written another edition of the brilliant Future Genius series, following on from Ancient Egypt. Packed with puzzles, activities and facts, it’s aimed at kids aged 7-11. Out now in all good newsagents and supermarkets etc or buy online magazinesdirect.com/az-magazines/5…

More than one-fifth of reptile species across the globe are threatened with extinction, with those living in forests found to be in greatest danger, a new Conservation Intl, NatureServe & IUCN led study reports. Via Live Science David Crookes livescience.com/extinction-thr…

yay :) RTs appreciated :) kickstarter.com/projects/tonyw…

Always a sad day when a fantastic magazine closes. One of the best editorial teams in publishing.

As great as websites are for news, features and reviews, they don't hold a candle to a well-designed magazine. If you enjoy magazines, whether it's Retro Gamer or any other, please support them. It'll be a sad day when I can't flick through a mag.

If you like David Crookes' Retro columns in PC Pro, we reckon you'll enjoy this one-off special of Amstrad Addict he's edited that's dedicated to the CPC. Available now at pixel.addict.media/shop/amstrad-a…

Our very own David Crookes is working on a one-off magazine about the Amstrad CPC. He loves that system more than Darran does, so you know it's be worth a read. Look for it here. pixel.addict.media/shop/amstrad-a…

I've written a new #AmstradCPC type-in for Amstrad Addict, a one-off magazine with a stellar line-up of contributors that's now on pre-order. Excited to see the mag when it comes out! What a stunning cover! pixel.addict.media/shop/amstrad-a… David Crookes #retrogames #80s #retrogaming

Delved into the past and edited a magazine dedicated to Amstrad computers. Available to order now at pixel.addict.media/shop/amstrad-a… and on sale at Play Expo Blackpool too.

Devastated to hear Tony Husband has passed away. A huge influence on me from his Oink! days, a total joy to work with (thanks for the latest cartoon, Tony!) and, when we met in his local, great fun too. RIP Tony. You’ll be sorely missed. (PS. He spoke so proudly of you Paul).

Looking forward to reading Jordan Mechner’s latest graphic novel. jordanmechner.com/en/books/repla…

Congratulations Eben Upton🧢 news.sky.com/story/raspberr…

This book by Nicole Kobie is sure to be an excellent read if the excerpt in the current issue of PC Pro is anything to go by. amzn.eu/d/03GMy2oO

Fancy taking your understanding of retro games to another level? Code the Classics Volume II is now available for pre-order. amzn.eu/d/5Yvkb7d

I’ve been busy editing a one-off magazine celebrating Atari with contributions from Garry Kitchen, David Crane, Nolan Bushnell, Jez “Utah Saints” Willis, Jonathan Thomas, Chuck Somerville, Frank Gasking and more. Ready to order now. pixel.addict.media/shop/atari-add…

This is definitely what I will miss the most about Skype.