I'm going on summer break from my blog, but before I do, here's some standout art I've enjoyed from the past few months! What have you been enjoying? www.brittneynickerson.com/blog/consume-art-q2-2026

Consume Art (Q2 2026) — Brittney Nickerson

My top books, games, music, and television media from the past months.

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In today's blog post, we're talking about libraries! This article was previously published for college students, but I still utilize these reasons regularly with my local library! www.brittneynickerson.com/blog/5-reasons-to-visit-your-campus-library

5 Reasons to Visit Your Campus Library — Brittney Nickerson

From free textbooks to research tips, here's a list of reasons why you should visit your campus library!

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New Origin Stories out now! In today's blog post, we explore the history of maybe the most popular song in the world: the Happy Birthday song. www.brittneynickerson.com/blog/origin-stories-happy-birthday-song

Origin Stories: Happy Birthday Song — Brittney Nickerson

“Happy Birthday” might be the most popular song in the world, spanning cultures and languages, it’s become a necessary ritual in celebrating a person’s birthday. But who sang it first?

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It's another double feature Friday! Read my article on Bangor Metro about Maine's new Coastal Access Guide (also accessible in today's Bangor Daily Newspaper)! (1/2) bangormetro.com?p=1377

Explore Maine's Coast - Bangor Metro

Maine Coastal Program is offering a free, comprehensive guide to the state’s coastal public access areas this summer...

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In today's blog post, we're exploring the special interests that defined my childhood by visiting the Boston Museum of Science! www.brittneynickerson.com/blog/space-and-dinosaurs

Space and Dinosaurs — Brittney Nickerson

Exploring Space and Dinosaurs in the Boston Museum of Science.

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It's double feature Friday! Thinking about starting a garden this spring? Check out my debut article in the Bangor Daily News about pollinators! issuu.com/bdnsections/...

Environmental Solutions 2026

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What art have you been consuming? In 2026, I have a goal to be more intentional about what I'm consuming and that means consuming more art! Here are some of my favorites from the past few months: www.brittneynickerson.com/blog/consume-art-q1-2026

Consume Art (Q1 2026) — Brittney Nickerson

Intentionally consuming art and sharing my standouts in tv, film, books, video games, and music.

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Buckle up! We're driving Downeast in today's blog post! www.brittneynickerson.com/blog/the-places-between-16

The Places Between 16 — Brittney Nickerson

Exploring places around Maine's coast.

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In today's blog post, we explore the meaning behind the phrase "in a pickle." www.brittneynickerson.com/blog/origin-stories-in-a-pickle

Origin Stories: In A Pickle — Brittney Nickerson

Where the phrase "In A Pickle" comes from.

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GDC 2026 is right around the corner! Jerrell Bennett and I collaborated to share 10 tips catered for first-timers. For those who have been before, did we miss anything you wish you knew? www.brittneynickerson.com/blog/10-first-timer-tips-for-gdc

10 First-Timer Tips for GDC — Brittney Nickerson

10 tips for people going to the Game Developer's Conference for the first time.

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Blog posts are back! In today's post, we're learning how tall a lighthouse should be, featuring my visit to Squirrel Point Light. www.brittneynickerson.com/blog/squirrel-point-light-and-how-tall-should-a-lighthouse-be

Squirrel Point Light & How Tall Should a Lighthouse Be? — Brittney Nickerson

How tall lighthouses should be, featuring Squirrel Point Light.

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Let’s talk about item descriptions! In Island of Lost Things, acquiring items is essential to complete quests, but all video game players know that not every item description gets read. I worked with UX/UI Designer Megan Eaton to balance these two realities. (1/3)

Sometimes players get confused about what they need to do to advance the gameplay and story. In Island of Lost Things, Lead Programmer Andrea Mendez and I came up with a creative way to maintain player immersion, while also directing the character forward. (1/3)

Meet Julian! In Island of Lost Things, you encounter Julian, a spirit trapped between life and death. (1/3)

Meet Letha! In Island of Lost Things, you encounter Letha, a spirit trapped between life and death. (1/3)

Meet Betty! In Island of Lost Things, you encounter Betty, a spirit trapped between life and death. (1/3)

Meet Eric! In Island of Lost Things, you can play as Eric, a spirit medium on a mission to find and help souls trapped between life and death. (1/3)

Thank you, Willem Delventhal, for the kind words about Island of Lost Thing's narrative! You can play the game now, available on steam! store.steampowered.com/app/4050880/...

In my final blog post of the year, we're exploring why choice matters in narrative games, featuring the game I wrote: Island of Lost Things (available now on Steam!) www.brittneynickerson.com/blog/why-cho...

Why Choice Matters in Narrative Games — Brittney Nickerson

An exploration of choice, how to do it, and why it matters in narrative games as seen through Island of Lost Things.

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Island of Lost Things is available to play TODAY! Find it on STEAM now! store.steampowered.com/app/4050880/...

Island of Lost Things on Steam

Play as Eric, a spirit medium, who is navigating the space between life and death. Help trapped souls by recovering items from their past, reconnecting them with their lives, and guiding them to make ...

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I’m excited to share that Island of Lost Things is now available to wishlist on STEAM! I served as the Narrative Designer for this cozy exploration game, and it will be available to play for FREE next month. store.steampowered.com/app/4050880/...

Island of Lost Things on Steam

Play as Eric, a spirit medium, who is navigating the space between life and death. Help trapped souls by recovering items from their past, reconnecting them with their lives, and guiding them to make ...

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Happy Thanksgiving! Stay tuned for a big announcement tomorrow! 👀