Category Archives: D&D Guides

Arriving in September: Places & Portals


Arriving September 2023, PLACES & PORTALS, the seventh Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventure’s Guide!

Explore the geography, inhabitants, and legends of Dungeons & Dragons landscapes, from the challenges of the Forgotten Realms to spaces and places beyond, with this illustrated guide to adventurous travel.

In this illustrated guide for new players, you’ll be transported to the wondrous and magical realms of Dungeons & Dragons and given a one-of-a-kind course on all the places and portals adventurers can explore. Featuring fascinating lore and easy-to-follow explanations, young fans’ imaginations will ignite as they discover the unique quests, challenges, and magic that await in each destination.

With original, action-packed illustrations and advice on wilderness survival, creating overland maps, and the basics needed for any journey, this book provides the perfect introduction to young fans looking to traverse the worlds of D&D—and encourages them to create their own!

Adventure exists in incredible locations, and Places & Portals will help you explore it all!

D&D Young Adventurer’s Guide 7
Places & Portals

Explore the geography, inhabitants, and legends of Dungeons & Dragons landscapes, from the challenges of the Forgotten Realms to spaces and places beyond, with this illustrated guide to adventurous travel.
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Dungeons & Dragons: The Ultimate Pop-Up Book

Stacy and I had the chance to work with award-winning paper engineer Matthew Reinhart, artist Claudio Pozas and the crew at Insight Editions to put together an incredible Dungeons & Dragons pop-up experience.

Trust me when I tell you that that modern pop-up books are way, way more elaborate and impressive compared to the kinds of books we had when I was a kid. Each spread in this deluxe book unfolds and stands up off the page with dozens of different interactive elements based on iconic locations and creatures from the Forgotten Realms.

It’s a stunning showpiece worthy of a place in your D&D library available for pre-order now and arriving in stores in May!

Dungeons & Dragons:
The Ultimate Pop-Up Book

See the world of Dungeons & Dragons come to life through the incredible craftwork of pop-up legend Matthew Reinhart! Traverse the land of Faerûn in an all-new way! Featuring innovative pop-up artistry and original illustrations, D&D: The Ultimate Pop-Up Book gives fans a unique experience of the world of D&D.
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Arriving in August- The Monsters & Creatures Compendium


Arriving August 2023, THE MONSTERS & CREATURES COMPENDIUM:

Discover the terrifying monsters and fascinating beasts of Dungeons & Dragons with this A-to-Z illustrated guide to all the creatures you might encounter during your adventures.

In this single-volume collection of all the creature profiles from the first six books in the Young Adventurer’s Guide series, you’ll find the wild and wondrous creatures that populate the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Pore over profiles of dragons (from chromatic to metallic), owlbears, unicorns, and more, each accompanied by vivid illustrations. Narrative encounters and storytelling prompts help you strategize so you can make sure to best these beasts in your own campaigns.

With beautiful illustrations and advice on what to do should you come across these magical and terrifying creatures, The Monsters & Creatures Compendium provides the perfect guide for young fans and new players traversing the worlds of D&D.

D&D Young Adventurer’s
Monsters & Creatures Compendium

In this single-volume collection of all the creature profiles from the first six books in the Young Adventurer’s Guide series, you’ll find the wild and wondrous creatures that populate the world of Dungeons & Dragons.
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Dragons & Treasures Preview Pages

The sixth D&D Young Adventurer’s Guide, Dragons & Treasures, is available now.
Here are some preview page samples:



D&D Young Adventurer’s Guide 6
Dragons & Treasures

No creature is more fascinating and terrifying to an adventurer than a dragon! This illustrated guide takes a deeper look at the abilities, personalities, and treasure collections of every major dragon type in Dungeons & Dragons.
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Dragon Talk: Young Adventurer’s Guides, D&D Comics, and the Ultimate D&D Pop-Up Book!

I spoke to Greg Tito and Shelly Mazzanoble at Dragon Talk all about my upcoming Dungeons & Dragons projects – new D&D comics, the sixth D&D Young Adventurer’s Guide, and the Ultimate D&D Pop-Up Book!

The interview starts at the 25 minute mark of the podcast. Check it out!

If you want to check out my previous Dragon Talk interviews, here they are:

September 2018: Pat Rothfuss and Jim Zub Talk Rick and Morty VS D&D
March 2019: Talking the D&D Young Adventurer’s Guides
November 2019: Talking the Rick and Morty VS D&D RPG box set
September 2020: Jody Houser and Jim Zub Talk Stranger Things and D&D

Dragons & Treasures Arrives This Fall!

Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventurer’s Guide Book 6:
DRAGONS & TREASURES

No creature is more fascinating and terrifying to an adventurer than a dragon! This illustrated guide takes a deeper look at the abilities, personalities, and treasure collections of every major dragon type in Dungeons & Dragons.

Dragons & Treasures transports new players to the magical world of Dungeons & Dragons and presents a one-of-a-kind course on the unique characteristics, fabled treasures, and wondrous artifacts of the most legendary of creatures: dragons! The book profiles all main dragon classes, and features easy-to-follow and entertaining explanations of how to identify and interact with these legendary beasts during your adventures. Advice, encouragement, and storytelling tips provide strategies for dealing with dragon encounters, hoards of treasure, and draconic artifacts, along with action-packed illustrations that will ignite your imagination.

Dragons & Treasures is the perfect way for young fans to learn how to incorporate dragons into their stories, whether as foes, allies, or something in between.


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Rebuilding Pantheons on Dungeon Master’s Block

I was a returning guest on the Dungeon Master’s Block podcast and in this episode we talk about rebuilding pantheons in imaginary worlds. It’s a fun discussion about gaming and myth. Check it out!

D&D Celebration: Bringing Young Players Into Dungeons & Dragons

I hosted a panel as part of D&D Celebration 2021, an official Dungeons & Dragons online event that ran over the weekend. In My First Character: Bringing New Players Into D&D, we cover strategies and tips for running a game with new players – narrative, character, engagement, and ways to streamline rules and combat.

Our panelists Librarian Liz, Amy Dallen, Jennifer Kretchmer, and Daniel Kwan did a great job and the hour flew by. Check it out!

SyFy Wire Previews Beasts & Behemoths

Josh Weiss from SyFy Wire spoke to me about Beasts & Behemoths, the 5th D&D Young Adventurer’s Guide, arriving in store on October 20th.

Click on through to find out more information on our new guide and see exclusive preview pages!

The D&D Young Adventurer’s Collection!

Just arrived at our place and available from your favorite bookstore or game retailer, the
D&D YOUNG ADVENTURER’S COLLECTION has our first four books in softcover with a spiffy slipcase.

Introduce new players to the magic of Dungeons & Dragons and tabletop roleplaying!

Want more information on the series? Click HERE.


The D&D Young Adventurer’s Collection
Books 1-4
(softcover)

Immerse yourself in the fantastic world of Dungeons & Dragons! This collection introduces young fans to some of the exciting characters, locations, creatures, and magical elements useful for creating your own epic, adventure-filled D&D tales.

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