Sophie Turner
Sophie is a freelance writer and pop culture researcher with a lifelong love of film and fandom. She became an AFOL after building her first LEGO Ideas set and realising how perfectly LEGO captures iconic moments. Her collection centres on Ideas, Disney, and pop culture collaborations, from classic movie scenes to nostalgic TV tie-ins. Sophie explores the emotional side of LEGO collecting, examining how memory, storytelling, and cultural relevance shape demand across generations.
Sophie's Articles
LEGO 40788 Friendly Snails GWP Returns – A Charming Nature-Inspired Gift With Purchase
7 months ago
A delightful LEGO gift-with-purchase has returned — and this time, you’ll want to move fast to add it to your collection....
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LEGO Disney Classic Animation Scenes (40774): A Nostalgic GWP Worth Tuning In For
7 months ago
We love a good LEGO Gift With Purchase (GWP) — and the latest LEGO Disney Classic Animation Scenes (40774) is one that’s guaranteed to bring smiles to Disney fans and collectors alike....
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LEGO Ideas The Goonies (21363): Adventure Returns in Brick Form
7 months ago
“Hey, you guys!” After years of fan petitions, LEGO Ideas brings one of the most beloved 1980s adventure films to life with The Goonies (21363)....
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LEGO Star Trek vs LEGO Star Wars: Two Galaxies Collide
7 months ago
The arrival of LEGO Star Trek marks one of the biggest sci-fi crossovers in LEGO history....
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LEGO Star Trek Minifigures: The Next Frontier for Investors and Collectors
7 months ago
When LEGO revealed a 15-second teaser of a Captain Picard LEGO minifigure, fans knew it marked something special — the arrival of Star Trek in brick form....
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LEGO Investment ROI: How Buying at a Discount Multiplies Your Returns
7 months ago
Smart LEGO investing isn’t only about choosing the right set — it’s also about buying it at the right price....
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LEGO Icons Boutique Hotel (10297): The Grand Finale of a Modern Classic
7 months ago
The LEGO Icons Boutique Hotel (10297) checks out at the end of 2025, closing another elegant chapter in the long-running Modular Buildings Collection....
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LEGO Ideas The Orient Express (21344): Timeless Luxury on the Rails
7 months ago
When it comes to LEGO Ideas sets that evoke real-world grandeur, few arrive with the prestige of LEGO Ideas The Orient Express (21344)....
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LEGO Star Trek Enterprise (10356) Launch Guide: How to Buy Smart
7 months ago
The wait is almost over. After decades of fan requests, LEGO Icons Star Trek: U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D™ (10356) is preparing for launch....
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LEGO Icons Lion Knights’ Castle (10305): The Ultimate Medieval Masterpiece Nears Its Farewell
7 months ago
The LEGO Icons Lion Knights’ Castle (10305) is preparing to ride into the sunset. Expected to retire by late 2025, this enormous fan-favourite marks the high point of LEGO’s 90-year celebration of creativity and nostalgia....
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