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Jim Henson’s puppet magic explored, Choose Your Own Adventure grows up, Doctor Who gets a Christmas special after all, and more

By: Todd CoopeeOctober 17, 2026
Filed to: Weekly Link Roundup

Six intriguing articles related to toys, games, and nostalgia that have hit the news this week.

Magic, made by hand: inside the world-first exhibition revealing how Jim Henson’s puppets came to life

Magic, made by hand: inside the world-first exhibition revealing how Jim Henson’s puppets came to life

[h/t It’s Nice That]
Choose Your Own Adventure is making books for adults

Choose Your Own Adventure is making books for adults

[h/t Nerdist]
Doctor Who is getting a Christmas special after all

Doctor Who is getting a Christmas special after all

[h/t Polygon]
The 18th annual Creations for Charity event began on October 15

The 18th annual Creations for Charity event began on October 15

[h/t Brickset]
Pokémon Horizons: The Series to return for fourth season

Pokémon Horizons: The Series to return for fourth season

[h/t The Pokémon Company]
The forgotten Friday the 13th TV show that had nothing to do with Jason

The forgotten Friday the 13th TV show that had nothing to do with Jason

[h/t Mental Floss]

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