BUILD BETTER WORLDS—TOGETHER!• A game-changing TTRPG guide to collaborative storytelling and campaign creation• Written by Jonah Fishel and Tristan Fishel, bestselling creators of The Game Master’s Handbook of Proactive Roleplaying• Perfect for Dungeon Masters who want deeper, more meaningful storytelling

USA TODAY BestsellerENNIE Award WinnerEnter a world of heroism and adventure where you can become the ultimate Game Master, led by renowned mapmaking expert Justin Alexander.Thanks to tabletop roleplay, millions of fans are creating unforgettable collaborative stories. No matter what roleplaying game you want to play, this book is the key to unlocking endless adventure!Award-winning game designer Justin Alex...

THE USA TODAY BESTSELLER"A welcome salve and a book that anyone who cares about gaming should own and read." - ForbesSatoru Iwata was the global president and CEO of Nintendo and a gifted programmer who played a key role in the creation of many of the world’s best-known games. He led the production of innovative platforms such as the Nintendo DS and the Wii, and laid the groundwork for the development of the wildly successful P...

What Makes A Story Compelling?Get your own personalized prescription for crafting a novel that hooks readers and never lets them go. Multi-published author, Adrienne Bell, takes you through the tools and concepts behind her acclaimed Plot MD system.No matter if you like to plan your novels out ahead of time or fly by the seat of your pants, you'll be given the hands-on tools to improve your storytelling during all stages of your process. Covering a comprehe...

Are you still dreaming about writing that book?Learning how to write your first novel can be overwhelming. You have to master outlining, writing, revising, and so much more...and it can be scary if you've never done it before. While it seems daunting, writing your first novel is simple when you have someone experienced to help you through it.In this writer’s guide, prolific writer M.L. Ronn shares an easy step-by-step process of writing compelling fiction t...

Every story requires worldbuilding. What if there was a way to simplify the process of worldbuilding? A system to open the door of your mind, creating a constant flow of ideas? Advanced Worldbuilding takes you by the hand, showing you the 'why' of worldbuilding, so you can create faster and better than ever. This is a step by step process of creation, sharing unique tips and specific methods to develop whatever your heart desires."I must dedicate part of th...

Bring Your Fantasy Stories to Life!Writing fantasy stories is a fun and exciting way to really put your creative skills and imagination to the test and bring your readers into an exciting and enchanting world of your own making. Not only is writing fantasy fun, but millions of people love reading it! If your story is good enough, you might even find yourself published. Like writing any genre of fiction, fantasy writing is a craft and requires a great deal of practi...

Introducing the first book in The Game Master's new "Handbook" series!Is your roleplaying in a rut? Flip the table and try something new! Proactive roleplaying will re-energize your players – and your game.Most adventures in traditional TTRPGs start out the same way: Something bad happens and your players have to muster their courage to stand against it. Whether it’s rescuing the little dog that was kidnapped by the local ...

Learn to Plot without sacrificing CreativityWhat separates great novels from mediocre ones? Story. Authors that master this vital skill keep their readers up at night, and suffer the deluge of 'when is the next book coming out' emails.Whether you are a first time novelist, or a seasoned author, Plot Gardening will teach you the fundamentals of storytelling, delivered in a practical way. Through exercises at the end of each chapter you will build your own ou...

Do you want to turn your talent for writing into a narrative design career in the games industry?It's never been a better time to be a writer for video games. You're tapping into an industry that was worth more than $120 billion dollars in 2019, and it's still growing.And it's an industry that needs great storytellers.But there's a BIG difference between a great story and a great game story. Traditional stories are told. Game stories are ex...

Master the Principles and Vocabulary of Game DesignWhy aren’t videogames getting better? Why does it feel like we’re playing the same games, over and over again? Why aren’t games helping us transform our lives, like great music, books, and movies do?The problem is language. We still don’t know how to talk about game design. We can’t share our visions. We forget what works (and doesn’t). We don’t learn from history. It’s too hard to improve....

Run D&D and RPG Sessions Without the StressAre you a game master who's short on time, overwhelmed by prep, or tired of burnout?The No-Prep Gamemaster is your solution.This updated and expanded second edition of Matt Davids' well-known guide offers a practical, inspiring approach to running unforgettable tabletop RPG sessions, with little to no prep beforehand.Inside, you'll discover:A mindset shift that takes th...