Prototypes, sizzles, pitches… How do you get it all done? Deej Johnson on classic time-management techniques

The team at Just Playing Games talk us through bringing Clue into the world of escape room board games.

The deadline for nominations is Monday, December 5th.

Away from the core list, there was also a special mention for Cubles, a line of cardboard build-your-own-toys.

Alexandra Ehrmann discusses why, after a string of popular card games, the time is right for the History Heroes brand to launch a board game.

Alongside Dominique Metzler and Florian Hess, Carol will assume joint responsibility for the organisation and ongoing development of the Essen-based Spiel show.

Barry McLaughlin and Jason Lautenschleger discuss their approach to pitching – and we get the lowdown on their new games, Scribble Hips and It’s Tricky.

Richard C. Levy, president of Richard C. Levy & Associates, LLC, on his love for America

This year’s list includes Moose Toys’ Little Live Pets Mama Surprise, Mattel’s Barbie Cutie Reveal dolls and Spin Master’s Sink N Sand game.

James Livett – Head of Audio at So Sound – on the art of making toys make noise