Name of Fangirl: Dyan
Fangirl’s Occupation: Middle School Language Arts/World Mythology Teacher
What is her Fangirl interest?
It all started with STAR WARS, C.S. Lewis, anything Jim Henson and grew to include Anne McCaffrey, Wonder Woman, Marvel Comics, Star Trek, Doctor Who, Harry Potter, The Dresden Files, The Iron Druid Series and anything Disney.
Why did you decide to shine the spotlight on this Fangirl?
I’m not a stereotypical “soccer-mom” and that’s okay. I want my children and students to know that one of the best things you can do is be yourself and you will find those real friends who share the same interests and values that you do.
How does this Fangirl express her fandom?
I use my fandom in many ways by going to conventions, helping my daughter create Cosplay and sponsoring my school’s graphic novel club.I love to use my fandom in the classroom and use it all time find the books that I think my students would like the most to get them to read. In my World Myth class, one of my student’s favorite lessons was taking a look at how STAR WARS, Superman & Wonder Woman followed the Monomyth archetype.
What is her favorite quote or personal motto?
“Do or do not-there is no try”-Yoda. And it’s okay to make mistakes along the way-Mrs. B.
What is her favorite Fangirl item that she cannot live without?
I treasure the Kenner STAR WARS action figures and dolls that I’ve kept since childhood and an autographed book by Anne McCaffrey.