Holy Moly Bajoly! That’s a Lot of Trivia Questions!
Have you ever sat around the table with your family playing a trivia game, only to discover that the person you thought knew absolutely nothing about sports suddenly knows all the answers? Or maybe you’ve challenged your teenager to a game and ended up learning something yourself.
Well, hold on to your hats, because I recently met an author who has created enough trivia questions to keep families busy for quite a while! His name is Steve L. Vernon, and he’s the author and creator of The Fan Edge IQ Series. When Steve told me that each two-volume sports collection contains more than 1,000 questions, my first reaction was, “Holy moly bajoly!” Laughing out loud!
Steve even joked that my expression might deserve a place in a trivia question someday. But what caught my attention wasn’t simply the number of questions. It was the possibility of turning those questions into family memories. And if you’ve been following GreatfulMoments.com, you already know how much I love finding activities that bring different generations together.
Meet Steve L. Vernon, Creator of The Fan Edge IQ Serie is an independent author who has developed trivia collections for sports enthusiasts, general knowledge lovers, and older adults. His books go beyond simply asking questions and providing answers. According to Steve, each multiple-choice question includes an answer, an explanation, and additional information designed to help readers learn something new.
In his sports and classic trivia collections, these extra facts are called IQ Notes. His Senior Trivia IQ collection includes Memory Lane notes, which encourage readers to remember experiences, share stories, and enjoy conversations. I especially like that approach.
Because sometimes the best part of a trivia game isn’t discovering who got the answer right. It’s hearing someone say, “Oh, I remember that!” Steve has also appeared on the Pigskin Dispatch podcast with Darin Hayes, discussing his football books and how the series developed. We’re looking forward to learning more about Steve’s writing journey in a future Meet the Author interview.
The Fan Edge IQ Series covers five popular sports: baseball, American football, basketball, soccer, and hockey. Each sport has two volumes, Volume 1-A and Volume 1-B. Steve explained that each pair contains more than 1,000 questions covering topics such as rules, strategy, history, and sports culture. And I immediately started thinking about the sports fans in our family.
Charlie enjoys soccer and wrestling, while our family friend Bradley enjoys baseball. Of course, I had to ask Steve whether he had a wrestling trivia book. Not yet! But I may have put a little bug in his ear about that one. Laughing out loud! Basketball IQ: A Little Something for Our Lakers Fan My son Charlie turns 19 in December, and he’s a Los Angeles Lakers fan. When Steve mentioned his Basketball IQ collection, I immediately thought of Charlie. And here’s something interesting.
Steve explained that Basketball IQ Volume 1-A concentrates more on basketball rules, strategy, and positions. Volume 1-B explores more of the sport’s history and culture, including questions about the Lakers. Well, you can probably guess which volume caught my attention!
I can imagine Charlie sitting down with the book, answering questions about basketball history, and possibly challenging David to see who knows more. Although knowing my family, that could turn into quite a competition! Steve recommends the basketball books primarily for teenagers and adults, although younger readers may enjoy selected questions with help from an adult.
Now, this is where things could get really interesting! Steve also created a collection called Senior Trivia IQ. The two standard volumes contain more than 1,000 questions combined, with answers, explanations, and Memory Lane notes. The collection also includes an Activity Director’s Edition designed to help organize group activities.
When I heard about this series, I immediately thought about Granny. Our family already has a playful series called Granny’s Gone Wild, and I can just imagine sitting down with her for a little trivia competition. What if we called it Can You Outsmart Grandma? And what if Grandma ended up knowing more than everybody else? Wouldn’t that be something?
But here’s what I especially appreciate about this collection. The Memory Lane notes could encourage grandparents to share memories from their younger years. Maybe a question reminds someone of a favorite television program, an old-fashioned tradition, or something they remember from growing up.
Before you know it, a simple trivia question could turn into a family conversation. And those conversations can become memories that children and grandchildren carry with them. I think this could be a thoughtful gift idea for grandparents, older relatives, and families who enjoy spending time together.
Steve’s third collection is called Classic Trivia IQ. This series focuses on general knowledge rather than one particular sport. The two standard volumes contain 1,100 questions combined, including answers, explanations, and IQ Notes. I can’t wait to check out with my families.
There’s also a Group Leader’s Edition for organizing trivia activities. Steve recommends Classic Trivia IQ primarily for teenagers and adults who enjoy general knowledge and a challenge. Younger children could participate when an adult selects appropriate questions and helps explain the answers.
I can imagine using this collection during family gatherings, birthday parties, or a quiet evening at home. You could divide everyone into teams or let each family member take a turn answering questions. And don’t forget the grandparents! Sometimes they might surprise everyone with just how much they know.
As we continue working on our Christmas Gift Guide Wishlist, I’m always looking for gifts that offer more than a few minutes of entertainment. I especially appreciate gifts that encourage reading, conversation, and spending time together. Steve’s books could be interesting choices for teenagers who enjoy sports, adults who love trivia, grandparents who enjoy reminiscing, or families looking for activities to share.
You could even create your own sports-themed Christmas gift basket. Imagine adding a basketball trivia book, a favorite team’s accessories, some snacks, and a gift card. Or pair a baseball trivia book with a baseball cap and a few treats. Just remember that Steve’s books are sold individually rather than as a packaged five-book gift set.
Steve previously shared standard paperback pricing of $15.99 per volume and Kindle pricing of $6.99. Prices and available formats may change, so please check Amazon before purchasing. Something else I found interesting is that selected Fan Edge IQ sports books are available in languages other than English.
Steve explained that Soccer IQ, for example, is available in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. I love the idea of families exploring a favorite sport while practicing another language. For homeschool families, this could provide an opportunity to connect sports interests with language-learning activities.
Of course, these are recreational trivia books, not formal language textbooks or graded homeschool curricula. But sometimes learning begins with a subject a child already enjoys. When I was homeschooling Suzanne and Charlie through Cates Homeschooling, I loved finding ways to make learning part of everyday life.
Not every lesson had to happen at a desk. Sometimes learning happened while cooking, shopping, visiting a library, or exploring something the kids were interested in. That’s why Steve’s trivia books caught my attention. I can imagine using selected sports questions to introduce discussions about history, geography, mathematics, reading comprehension, and physical education.
A question about a famous sporting event could lead to researching when and where it happened. A question about basketball could become an opportunity to discuss scoring and statistics. And a question about soccer could lead to learning about countries where the sport is popular. These are activity ideas inspired by the collections rather than lessons we’ve personally tested with the books.
We also have a Ten-Minute Reading Challenge on GreatfulMoments.com. And I think trivia books could be a fun addition. Families could spend ten minutes reading questions, discussing possible answers, and learning something new together. You wouldn’t have to complete an entire chapter or spend hours studying. Just a few minutes of reading and conversation could become part of your daily routine. We’re hoping to explore a printable family trivia activity with Steve in the future, using questions he approves for publication.
Now, I have a question for you. Who would win a trivia competition in your family? Would it be Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, or one of the kids? And which subject would your family choose? Baseball? Basketball? Football? Soccer? Hockey? Or general trivia?
I think Charlie would immediately gravitate toward basketball, especially if the questions involved the Lakers. And I wouldn’t count Granny out of a trivia competition, either! Leave a comment and tell us who your family’s trivia champion would be. Maybe we’ll all learn that Grandma knows a whole lot more than we think!
We’re currently discussing the possibility of receiving two complimentary books for editorial review: Senior Trivia IQ Volume 1-A and Basketball IQ Volume 1-B. We haven’t received them yet, and I don’t want to pretend we’ve already spent time reading or answering the questions. Once the books arrive and we’ve had the opportunity to use them, we’ll return with our honest thoughts.
I’m particularly looking forward to seeing whether we can turn Senior Trivia IQ into a family activity with Granny. And I can’t wait to see what Charlie thinks about the basketball questions. We’re also planning a Meet the Author interview with Steve so readers can learn more about the person behind these collections. In the meantime, you can explore his books and follow his updates.
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Christmas isn’t only about the gifts we wrap and place under the tree. It’s also about the time we spend together. Sometimes a book can become more than a book. It can become a conversation, a family game, a new discovery, or a memory that lasts long after Christmas decorations have been packed away. And that’s why I’m excited to introduce our readers to Steve L. Vernon and his trivia collections.
Thank you, Steve, for sharing your work with GreatfulMoments.com and allowing us to introduce your books to our readers. We look forward to learning more about your writing journey and exploring your books as our collaboration develops. Until then, tell me something.
Do you think you could outsmart Grandma? LOL
Editorial Disclosure: Steve L. Vernon has offered complimentary books for our family’s editorial consideration. At the time of publication, we have not received or personally reviewed the books. This introductory feature is based on information provided by the author. We hope to return with our honest, hands-on experiences after the books arrive.
Official book artwork and series information courtesy of Steve L. Vernon. Product information is provided for introductory editorial coverage; no hands-on review has been completed.
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